The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Central Railway has released the Railway GDCE Nursing Superintendent Recruitment 2026, offering a promotion opportunity for eligible departmental employees in the medical field. Conducted under the General Departmental Competitive Examination (GDCE), this recruitment is strictly limited to serving Central Railway staff. With the application process already active, candidates must apply till 21 May 2026 to avoid missing the opportunity.
Railway GDCE Nursing Superintendent Notification 2026
The official notification (No. RRC/CR/GDCE-02/2026) has been released with complete details regarding vacancies, eligibility, application rules, and exam pattern. Candidates are advised to read the notification carefully, as GDCE recruitment follows specific departmental rules. It is important to note that this recruitment is only for Central Railway employees, and certain categories of candidates are not eligible to apply.
Railway GDCE Nursing Superintendent Notification 2026 – Download PDF
Railway GDCE Nursing Superintendent Recruitment 2026 Overview
Before applying, candidates should review the key highlights of the recruitment to understand its structure and scope.
| Railway GDCE Nursing Superintendent Recruitment 2026 Overview | |
| Features | Details |
| Organization | Central Railway (RRC) |
| Exam Name | GDCE 2026 |
| Notification No. | RRC/CR/GDCE-02/2026 |
| Post Name | Nursing Superintendent |
| Department | Medical |
| Total Vacancies | 21 |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Recruitment Type | Departmental (GDCE) |
| Who Can Apply | Serving Central Railway Employees |
| Who Cannot Apply | RPF/RPSF, Resigned/Transferred Employees |
| Starting Date to Apply | 22 April 2026 (11:00 hrs) |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 May 2026 (18:00 hrs) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 42/45/47 years (as per category) |
| Educational Qualification | B.Sc Nursing / GNM + Registration |
| Selection Process | CBT, Document Verification, Medical Exam |
| Exam Duration | 90 minutes |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Negative Marking | 1/3 per wrong answer |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks | UR: 40%, OBC: 30%, SC: 30%, ST: 25% |
| Salary | Level 7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) |
| Official Website | www.rrccr.com |
RRC GDCE Nursing Superintendent Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
The recruitment timeline is straightforward, but missing any deadline can lead to disqualification.
| Railway GDCE Nursing Superintendent Recruitment 2026 Important Dates | |
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 22 April 2026 |
| Start Date to Apply Online | 22 April 2026 (11:00 hrs) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21 May 2026 (18:00 hrs) |
Railway GDCE Nursing Superintendent Vacancy 2026
The RRC Nursing Superintendent Vacancy 2026 have been officially released under the Medical Department of Central Railway. Candidates can refer to the category-wise distribution below:
| Railway Nursing Superintendent Vacancy 2026 | |
| Category | Vacancies |
| UR | 12 |
| OBC | 1 |
| SC | 3 |
| ST | 5 |
| Total | 21 |
Railway Nursing Superintendent 2026 Apply Online
The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Central Railway has activated the online application process for GDCE Nursing Superintendent Recruitment 2026. Since this is a departmental recruitment, eligible employees must apply within the stipulated timeline to avoid disqualification. Candidates are advised to complete their application well before the last date, i.e., 21 May 2026 (18:00 hrs), to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Railway GDCE Nursing Superintendent Apply Online Link
Railway GDCE Nursing Superintendent Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must meet all eligibility conditions, including educational qualification, service status, and medical standards. Since this is a departmental exam, only eligible Central Railway employees can apply.
Educational Qualification and Medical Standard
The required qualifications and medical criteria are listed below:
| Educational Qualification and Medical Standard | |
| Criteria | Details |
| Qualification | B.Sc Nursing OR GNM (3-year) + Registered Nurse & Midwife |
| Recognizing Body | Indian Nursing Council |
| Special Concession | Applicable for ANM, Midwives, and B-Grade Nurses |
| Medical Standard | C1 |
Who Can and Cannot Apply
To avoid confusion, candidates should clearly understand the eligibility restrictions:
- Only regular Central Railway employees are eligible
- No minimum service condition required
- RPF/RPSF personnel are NOT eligible
- Employees who have resigned or transferred from Central Railway are NOT eligible
Age Limit
The age limit is calculated as on 01 July 2026, and varies by category. Candidates must ensure they fall within the prescribed limits. The category-wise age limits are provided below:
Lower Age Limit: 18 years (born on or before 01 July 2008)
| Age Limit | |
| Category | Upper Age Limit |
| UR | 42 years |
| OBC | 45 years |
| SC/ST | 47 years |
Important Note: No age relaxation is allowed for reserved category candidates applying under UR vacancies
Railway GDCE Nursing Superintendent Selection Process 2026
The recruitment process is structured to evaluate candidates through a single-stage exam followed by verification.
The selection stages are as follows:
Computer-Based Test (CBT)
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Document Verification
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Medical Examination
Railway GDCE Nursing Superintendent Exam Pattern 2026
The CBT exam consists of objective-type questions designed to assess both professional knowledge and general aptitude.
- Duration: 90 minutes (120 minutes for PwBD candidates with scribe)
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted per wrong answer
| Railway GDCE Nursing Superintendent Exam Pattern 2026 | ||
| Section | Questions | Marks |
| Professional Ability | 70 | 70 |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| General Arithmetic, Intelligence & Reasoning | 10 | 10 |
| General Science | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Railway GDCE Nursing Superintendent Qualifying Marks 2026
Candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks to be considered for further stages.
| Railway GDCE Nursing Superintendent Qualifying Marks 2026 | |
| Category | Marks |
| UR | 40% |
| OBC | 30% |
| SC | 30% |
| ST | 25% |
Railway GDCE Nursing Superintendent Salary 2026
The salary for the Nursing Superintendent post falls under Level 7 of the 7th Pay Commission, offering a stable income along with allowances.
| Railway GDCE Nursing Superintendent Salary 2026 | |
| Component | Details |
| Pay Level | Level 7 |
| Pay Scale | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Allowances | DA, HRA, Transport, Medical |



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