Getting into nursing is a popular choice in Bangladesh. Many students apply each year. This article provides details about the nursing admission process for the 2025-2026 session. It includes expected dates, how to apply, and exam information. The information comes from the previous session’s official circular and recent updates.
Nursing Admission 2026
The admission process is for several nursing courses. These include the 4-year B.Sc. in Nursing, the 3-year Diploma in Nursing Science and Midwifery, and the 3-year Diploma in Midwifery. Admissions are open for government, autonomous (military and civilian), and private nursing institutions.
Eligibility
- You must be a citizen of Bangladesh.
- You must have passed the HSC/equivalent exam in 2023, 2024, or 2025.
- You must have passed the SSC/equivalent exam in 2021, 2022, or 2023.
- The gap between passing SSC and HSC cannot be more than three years.
- B.Sc. in Nursing: Requires Science group in SSC and HSC. A total GPA of at least 7.00 is needed for both exams combined, with no single exam GPA below 3.00. A minimum GPA of 2.50 in Biology in the HSC/equivalent is also required.
- Diploma Courses: Open to students from any group. A total GPA of at least 6.00 is needed for both SSC and HSC combined, with no single exam GPA below 2.50.
- Gender Quota: For B.Sc. and Diploma in Nursing Science & Midwifery in government institutions, 10% of seats are for men. For private institutions, up to 20% can be men. Only female candidates can apply for the Diploma in Midwifery course.
Important Dates
- Online Application Start: Expected in February 2026
- Online Application End: Expected in March/April 2026
- Application Fee Submission End: Expected one day after the application deadline.
- Admission Test Date: Expected in May 2026 (Typically on a Friday)
- Exam Time: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
- Exam Duration: 1 hour
The exam uses Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ). Separate question papers are used for B.Sc. and Diploma courses.
Apply Online
You must apply online through the official admission website.
- Go to the Bangladesh Nursing and Midwifery Council (BNMC) admission website: bnmc.teletalk.com.bd.
- Fill out the online application form with your details.
- Upload necessary documents like photos and signatures if required.
- Submit the form.
- Pay the application fee using a Teletalk prepaid mobile. (Fee for B.Sc. in Nursing: 700 Taka and for Diploma courses: 500 Taka, based on last session).
- Your application is complete only after the fee is paid.
- Download and keep the Applicant’s Copy.
You can find detailed instructions and the official admission policy on these websites once they are published:
- Ministry of Health and Family Welfare: www.mefwd.gov.bd
- Directorate General of Nursing and Midwifery: www.dgnm.gov.bd
- Bangladesh Nursing and Midwifery Council: www.bnmc.gov.bd
Admit Card Download
No one will be allowed to participate in the Nursing Admission Test without an Admit Card.
- Nursing Admit Card Download is expected to start in early May 2026.
- Visit bnmc.teletalk.com.bd.
- Click on the ‘Admit Card’ option.
- Log in using your User ID and Password (obtained during application).
- Download the admit card (usually as a PDF).
- Print the admit card, preferably in color.
Carefully check your name, photo, roll number, exam date, time, and center address on the admit card. You must bring the printed admit card to the exam hall. Entry is usually not allowed without it. Reach the center early, as entry might close 30 minutes before the exam. Do not bring mobile phones, calculators, or digital watches. Use a black ballpoint pen.
Marks Distribution
Selection is based on your past academic results and the admission test score. The total marks are 150.
- SSC/Equivalent GPA: Your GPA is multiplied by 5 (Maximum 25 marks).
- HSC/Equivalent GPA: Your GPA is multiplied by 5 (Maximum 25 marks).
- MCQ Admission Test: 100 marks.
MCQ Test Subject Marks:
B.Sc. in Nursing:
- Bangla: 20
- English: 20
- Mathematics: 10
- Science (Biology, Physics, Chemistry): 40
- General Knowledge: 10
Diploma in Nursing Science & Midwifery / Diploma in Midwifery:
- Bangla: 20
- English: 20
- General Mathematics: 10
- General Science: 30
- General Knowledge: 20
You need to score at least 40 marks in the MCQ test to pass.
Nursing Admission Result 2026
The admission results show who passed the test and are eligible for admission.
- How Results are Prepared: A merit list is created based on the total score (SSC GPA x 5 + HSC GPA x 5 + MCQ test score = 150 marks).
- Result Publication: Results will be published on the BNMC website (www.bnmc.gov.bd) and the admission portal (bnmc.teletalk.com.bd).
- Expected Result Date: The 2025-2026 admission test result will be announced after the exam, likely in late May 2026.
How to Check Nursing Admission Result?
- Visit the official website (www.bnmc.gov.bd or bnmc.teletalk.com.bd).
- Look for the admission test result link/notice.
- Enter your admission roll number.
- Submit to view your result.
Next Steps
After the results are published, the admission process continues.
- Selection: Candidates are selected based on their national merit score.
- Government Institutions: Admission is based on merit rank and the candidate’s preferred list of institutions submitted during application.
- Private Institutions: The governing body/managing committee approves admissions from the list of passed candidates based on merit.
- Admission Formalities: Selected candidates usually need to complete admission formalities at their assigned institution. This typically involves submitting original academic documents (mark sheets, certificates), paying admission fees, and undergoing medical check-ups if required.
- Reserved Seats: Rules for reserved seats (like freedom fighters, ethnic minorities) follow the latest government regulations. If suitable candidates aren’t found for reserved seats, they may be filled from the general merit list.
- Verification: Information provided by candidates must be accurate. If any information is found to be false or incomplete, admission can be cancelled.
Keep checking the official BNMC and DGNM websites for detailed instructions after the results are out.
Conclusion
The nursing admission process requires careful attention to eligibility, deadlines, and procedures. Ensure you meet the criteria and follow the application steps correctly. Prepare well for the admission test expected in May 2026. Remember to check for the official circular in early 2026.
Note: The official admission circular for the 2025-2026 session has not yet been published. The following information is an update based on the previous year’s (2024-2025) data. All dates are tentative and should be verified on the official websites once the new circular is released.