Nursing Training School ID AND BG Hospital

The Nursing Training School (NTS) at Infectious Diseases and Beliaghata General Hospital (ID & BG) is one of the most prestigious government nursing institutions in Kolkata, West Bengal. Known for its specialized focus on infectious diseases alongside general healthcare, it offers students a unique clinical environment. For the 2026 academic year, the institution continues to be a top choice for students seeking quality nursing education at a highly subsidized cost.

The institution is primarily recognized for its intensive diploma program which prepares students for the rigorous demands of the healthcare sector. In 2026, the following program remains the most sought-after:

• General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM): A 3-year diploma course including a mandatory 6-month internship. The curriculum focuses on medical-surgical nursing, community health, and specialized training in managing infectious diseases, which is a hallmark of this hospital.
• Continuing Education Workshops: For 2026, the school has introduced short-term certificate modules in Epidemiology and Infection Control for its final-year students to enhance their employability in post-pandemic healthcare settings.

Admission to the Nursing Training School ID & BG Hospital is centralized through the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB). Candidates must participate in the state-level counseling process.

• Online Application Start: February 2026
• WBJEEB ANM/GNM Exam Date: July 2026
• Declaration of Results: August 2026
• Counseling Rounds: September - October 2026

Eligibility requires candidates to have passed 10+2 with at least 40% marks and English as a mandatory subject. Candidates must be permanent residents of West Bengal and medically fit.

Note: Check exact dates on the official exam and college websites.

Note: These are approximate figures based on past trends, not official cutoffs. Check the latest official counselling cutoff before applying.

The cutoff for 2026 is determined by the General Merit Rank (GMR) in the WBJEEB ANM/GNM entrance test. As a government institution, competition is fierce.

Note: Ranks vary annually based on the difficulty of the entrance exam and the number of applicants.

Note: Placement figures are indicative and not taken from the official placement report of the college. Please confirm with the college.

Graduates from the 2025 batch saw excellent placement outcomes, primarily within the government sector and top-tier private hospitals in Kolkata.

• Government Sector: Approximately 70% of students are absorbed into the West Bengal Health Service (WBHS) as Grade II Staff Nurses upon successful completion of the state recruitment process.
• Private Sector: Major recruiters include AMRI Hospitals, Apollo Multispeciality Hospitals, and Peerless Hospital.
• Average Starting Salary: INR 2.4 LPA to 3.6 LPA for private roles; Government scales as per ROPA 2019 rules.
• Placement Rate: Nearly 100% due to the high demand for trained nurses in the Kolkata healthcare hub.

Students at NTS ID & BG Hospital can avail themselves of several West Bengal state government scholarships to support their education:

• Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (SVMCM): For students with 60% or more in their previous qualifying exam.
• Kanyashree Prakalpa (K2/K3): Financial assistance for female students to pursue higher education.
• OASIS Scholarship: Specifically for SC, ST, and OBC students.
• Stipend: All GNM students in government nursing schools receive a nominal monthly stipend during their training and internship phases.

The institution focuses on core nursing excellence through its primary offering:

• GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery): This is the most popular course, known for its rigorous 3-year curriculum. It is popular because it offers a direct path to becoming a Registered Nurse (RN) and Registered Midwife (RM) with the West Bengal Nursing Council.

As a state government institution, the fee structure is extremely affordable for students from all economic backgrounds.

Students are required to pay for their own uniforms, books, and personal mess charges, while the tuition and accommodation are heavily subsidized by the Government of West Bengal.

The application process for 2026 is entirely digital:

1. Visit the official website of WBJEEB (wbjeeb.nic.in).
2. Register for the ANM/GNM 2026 Entrance Examination.
3. Upload required documents (Photo, Signature, Age Proof, 10+2 Marksheets).
4. Pay the application fee online.
5. After the exam, participate in the WB Health E-Counselling portal to select NTS ID & BG Hospital as your preferred choice based on your rank.

The infrastructure at ID & BG Hospital is designed to support both academic learning and clinical practice:

• Academic Block: Well-ventilated classrooms with basic audio-visual aids.
• Laboratories: Includes a Nutrition Lab, Nursing Foundation Lab, and Anatomy Lab.
• Hospital Attachment: Students have direct access to the ID & BG Hospital wards for practical training.
• Hostel: On-campus residential facilities are mandatory for GNM students, ensuring a disciplined environment.
• Library: A collection of nursing textbooks, medical journals, and reference materials.

The training school works in tandem with the hospital's specialized departments:

• Department of Infectious Diseases: The core area of clinical rotation.
• Medical-Surgical Nursing: General healthcare training.
• Community Health Nursing: Focus on rural and urban health outreach.
• Midwifery and Gynecology: Maternal health training.
• Pediatric Nursing: Child healthcare and immunization modules.