Which subject has the maximum weightage in the ANM GNM exam?

Life Science carries the highest weightage with 40 marks out of the total 115 marks. It contains 30 questions in Category-1 (1 mark each) and 10 questions in Category-2 (2 marks each).

Is there negative marking in Category 2 questions?

No. Category-2 questions (carrying 2 marks each) do not have negative marking. However, for Category-1 questions (carrying 1 mark each), there is a negative marking of -0.25 (1/4th) for every incorrect answer.

Where can I find free solved previous year papers for ANM GNM?

You can download previous year papers from our previous-papers section on this website. Explanations and solved video versions are available on the NexZen Institute YouTube channel.

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WB ANM GNM 2026 Important Questions

Practice these handpicked, high-yield subject-wise multiple-choice questions (MCQs) designed specifically for WBJEEB ANM GNM exam preparation.

🕐 Page Updated: June 10, 2026 · Solved examples by NexZen Academic Team

Syllabus Grid

Subject Weightage & Syllabus Level

Before practicing, check the marks distribution. Life Science and Physical Science cover over 50% of the entire exam paper.

Subject	No. of Questions	Total Marks	Standard / Level
Life Science	40	40 Marks	Class 9-10 (WBBSE)
Physical Science	20	20 Marks	Class 9-10 (WBBSE)
Basic Mathematics	10	10 Marks	Class 10 level
English Grammar	15	15 Marks	Class 10 level
General Knowledge	10	10 Marks	Current Affairs & History
Logical Reasoning	5	5 Marks	Basic Aptitude

Part 1

Life Science — High-Yield MCQs

Category-1 (1 Mark Each)

Q1. Which of the following cell organelles is known as the "Suicidal Bag" of the cell?

A) Mitochondria

B) Lysosome

C) Golgi Body

D) Ribosome

Answer: B (Lysosome) · Explanation: Lysosomes contain digestive hydrolytic enzymes. If the cell gets damaged, lysosomes burst and their enzymes digest the cell itself, hence called suicidal bags.

Q2. Which hormone is responsible for the "Fight-or-Flight" response in humans?

A) Insulin

B) Thyroxine

C) Adrenaline

D) Estrogen

Answer: C (Adrenaline) · Explanation: Adrenaline (epinephrine), secreted by the adrenal medulla, prepares the body to face emergency situations by increasing heart rate and breathing.

Q3. What is the main site of light reaction in photosynthesis?

A) Grana of Chloroplast

B) Stroma of Chloroplast

C) Cytoplasm

D) Mitochondria

Answer: A (Grana of Chloroplast) · Explanation: The light-dependent reaction occurs in the thylakoid membranes (Grana), while the dark reaction (Calvin cycle) occurs in the Stroma.

Part 2

Physical Science — High-Yield MCQs

Category-1 (1 Mark Each)

Q1. What is the SI unit of power of a lens?

A) Dioptre

B) Lumen

C) Candela

D) Watt

Answer: A (Dioptre) · Explanation: Power of a lens (P) is 1/f (focal length in meters). Its unit is m⁻¹ or Dioptre (D).

Q2. Which gas is mainly responsible for the greenhouse effect?

A) Nitrogen

B) Oxygen

C) Carbon Dioxide

D) Helium

Answer: C (Carbon Dioxide) · Explanation: CO₂ traps heat in the Earth\'s atmosphere, contributing to global warming. Others include water vapor and methane.

Part 3

Basic Mathematics — Practice Questions

Q1. If the ratio of the areas of two circles is 4:9, what is the ratio of their circumferences?

A) 2:3

B) 4:9

C) 16:81

D) 1:2

Answer: A (2:3) · Solution:Area of circle = πr². So, r₁²/r₂² = 4/9 => r₁/r₂ = 2/3. Circumference = 2πr. Thus, the ratio of circumferences is r₁/r₂ = 2:3.

Part 4

General Knowledge & Reasoning

Q1. Who was the first female Chief Minister of West Bengal?

A) Sucheta Kripalani

B) Mamata Banerjee

C) Sarojini Naidu

D) Padmaja Naidu

Answer: B (Mamata Banerjee) · Explanation: Mamata Banerjee became the first female Chief Minister of West Bengal in 2011.

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Study Material FAQs

Are Class 9 and 10 books sufficient for the ANM GNM exam?

Yes. The Life Science, Physical Science, and Mathematics questions in the WBJEEB ANM GNM exam are strictly based on the Class 9 and 10 curriculum of the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (WBBSE). Reviewing school textbooks is highly recommended.

What is the marking scheme for Category 2 questions?

Category-2 questions carry 2 marks each. There are multiple correct options. You must select all correct options. No marks are deducted for incorrect answers, but partial marks are awarded only if all selected answers are correct and no wrong answer is selected.

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