The Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (JKBOPEE) has released an important circular regarding the admission of candidates under lateral entry for B.Sc. Paramedical, B.Sc. Nursing, and B.Sc. Technology courses. The circular, dated 06-08-2025, emphasizes the strict eligibility verification process that must be followed by the heads of all concerned colleges and institutions.
This directive is issued in continuation of Notification No. 087-BOPEE of 2025 dated 05-08-2025, which published the selection list for lateral entry admissions into various paramedical and technology courses.
🔍 Key Highlights of the Circular
✅ Eligibility Verification Is Mandatory
All concerned colleges/institutions must ensure that only those candidates who possess a valid diploma in the relevant paramedical discipline/course from a recognized institute are admitted under the lateral entry scheme.
Note: The diploma must align with the specific discipline/course for which lateral entry admission is sought.
❌ Ineligibility for Lateral Entry
If any candidate does not possess the required diploma, as specified in Notification No. 087-BOPEE of 2025, he/she shall not be admitted under lateral entry.
However, such candidates may be considered for admission under the normal/general course of that discipline, if they meet the eligibility criteria for general admission.
📌 Directions to Colleges & Institutions
All colleges/institutions are strictly instructed to follow the guidelines outlined in the circular to maintain compliance. They must not allow ineligible candidates to join lateral entry courses under any circumstance.
Failure to adhere to these directions could lead to administrative consequences.
📎 Official Copy of the Circular
Circular Title: Admission of Candidates under Lateral Entry – Verification of Eligibility for B.Sc. Paramedical Courses
Circular Number: BOPEE-Exam/16/2025(7664851)
Date Issued: 06-08-2025
Signed by: Prof. Gurvinder Raj Verma, Controller of Examinations, J&K BOPEE
📤 Copy Sent To:
- Members, J&K BOPEE
- Financial Advisor/CAO, J&K BOPEE
- Heads of all concerned Colleges/Institutions
- DLR, J&K BOPEE
- Private Secretary to Chairperson, J&K BOPEE
- PA to Secretary, J&K BOPEE
- IT Section, J&K BOPEE
- Office File
🔗 Official Website
For more information and to download the official circular PDF, visit the JKBOPEE official website.
📝 Conclusion
This circular plays a crucial role in ensuring that only eligible and qualified candidates are admitted to lateral entry seats in B.Sc. Nursing, B.Sc. Paramedical, and B.Sc. Technology courses. Colleges and institutions are expected to exercise due diligence and verify all educational credentials strictly before allowing admissions.
Students and applicants are advised to carefully review their eligibility before applying under the lateral entry scheme.
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