The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released the RRB Paramedical Exam Date 2026 notice for candidates who applied under Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) 05/2026. As per the official notice dated 18 October 2026, the Computer-Based Test (CBT) for Paramedical Categories, including Nursing Superintendent, will be conducted on 23 and 25 November 2026. Candidates should check the examination schedule and keep visiting the official RRB websites for updates on the exam city intimation slip and e-call letter.
RRB Nursing Superintendent Exam Date 2026 Out
The RRB Nursing Superintendent CBT 2026 will be conducted on 23 November and 25 November 2026. The examination is part of the recruitment process under CEN 05/2026 for Paramedical Categories. Candidates should prepare according to the announced schedule and check their individual exam date through the exam city and date intimation link.
RRB Nursing Superintendent Notification 2026 Out
The RRB Nursing Superintendent Notification 2026 is now available for 365 vacancies. It provides complete information about the recruitment, including eligibility, vacancy details, application dates, fees, selection process, exam pattern, and syllabus. Candidates can check the notification for all important details before applying.
RRB Nursing Superintendent Recruitment 2026 Overview
Candidates can check the key details of the RRB Nursing Superintendent Recruitment 2026 in the table below.
| RRB Nursing Superintendent Vacancy 2026 | |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | RRB Nursing Superintendent Recruitment 2026 |
| CEN Number | CEN 05/2026 |
| Conducting Body | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Post Name | Nursing Superintendent |
| Total Paramedical Vacancies | 365 |
| Detailed Notification Release Date | 14 September 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 October 2026 (23:59 hours) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam date | 23 November and 25 November 2026 |
| Pay Level | Level 7 |
| Basic Pay | ₹44,900 |
| Selection Process | CBT, Document Verification, Medical Examination, Final Merit List |
| Official Website | rrbcdg.gov.in / rrbapply.gov.in |
RRB Nursing Superintendent Apply Online 2026
The RRB Nursing Superintendent 2026 Online Application process has started for eligible candidates. Applicants can complete and submit their applications through the official RRB application portal till Today, 14 October 2026. Candidates should provide accurate information, upload the necessary documents in the prescribed format, and pay the applicable application fee before the closing date to avoid any last-minute issues.
RRB Nursing Superintendent Important Dates 2026
The important dates for the RRB Nursing Superintendent Recruitment 2026 are provided below.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CEN 05/2026 Indicative Notice | 12 September 2026 |
| Application Begins | 15 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Application Fee Payment | 16 October 2026 |
| Modification window for corrections in application form (with modification fee) | 17 October 2026 to 26 October 2026 |
| Dates for eligible scribe candidates to provide scribe details | 27 October 2026 to 31 October 2026 |
Candidates can Also Check: RRB Paramedical Exam Date 2026 Out
RRB Nursing Superintendent Vacancy 2026
A total of 365 vacancies have been notified for the Nursing Superintendent post. These vacancies are distributed among different RRBs and Railway units.
| RRB | Railway/Unit | Nursing Superintendent Vacancies |
| Bhopal | WCR | 15 |
| Bengaluru | SWR | 9 |
| Bhubaneswar | ECoR | 4 |
| Bilaspur | CR/SECR | 12 |
| Chennai | SR | 27 |
| Gorakhpur | NER | 24 |
| Guwahati | NFR | 18 |
| JAMMU-SRINAGAR | NR/RCF | 4 |
| Kolkata | ER/Metro/SER | 74 |
| Malda | ER/SER | 18 |
| Mumbai | CR | 33 |
| Muzaffarpur | ECR | 15 |
| Patna | ECR/RWP | 10 |
| Prayagraj | BLW/NCR/NR | 20 |
| Ranchi | ECR/SER | 13 |
| Secunderabad | SCR/SCoR | 53 |
| Siliguri | NFR | 16 |
| Total | 365 |
RRB Nursing Superintendent Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates applying for the Nursing Superintendent post were required to meet the prescribed educational qualification, age limit and medical standards under CEN 05/2026.
Educational Qualification
A candidate must have either of the following qualifications:
| Post | Minimum Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Nursing Superintendent | Certificate as Registered Nurse and Midwife having passed 3 years course in General Nursing and Midwifery from a school of Nursing or other institution recognized by the Indian Nursing Council OR B.Sc Nursing. |
Candidates must possess the prescribed educational/technical qualifications on or before the closing date (14.10.2026). Those awaiting final results are NOT eligible.
Age Limit
The age of candidates applying for the Nursing Superintendent post should be between 20 and 40 years as on 1 January 2027. Candidates belonging to reserved categories will be eligible for relaxation in the upper age limit as per the applicable government rules.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC-NCL | 3 years |
| PwBD – UR/EWS | 10 years |
| PwBD – OBC-NCL | 13 years |
| PwBD – SC/ST | 15 years |
Medical Standards
For comprehensive details on medical standards given below:
| RRB Nursing Superintendent Medical Criteria | ||
| Medical Standard | General Fitness | Vision Standards |
|---|---|---|
| B-1 | Physically fit in all respects | Distance Vision: 6/9, 6/12 with or without glasses (power of lenses not to exceed 4D) Near Vision: Sn: 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses when reading or close work is required Must pass the test for Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Night Vision, and Mesopic vision |
| C-1 | Physically fit in all respects | Distance Vision: 6/12, 6/18 with or without glasses Near Vision: Sn: 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses when reading or close work is required |
| C-2 | Physically fit in all respects | Distance Vision: 6/12, nil with or without glasses Near Vision: Sn. 0.6 combined |
How to Apply for RRB Nursing Superintendent Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can follow these steps to complete the RRB Nursing Superintendent application form:
- Visit the official portal rrbapply.gov.in.
- Click on Apply and select Create an Account to complete registration with Aadhaar verification.
- Log in using your credentials and select your preferred RRB Zone.
- Fill in your personal, educational, and nursing registration details.
- Upload scanned copies of your photo, signature, and necessary certificates.
- Pay the application fee online and submit the form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Documents Required for RRB Nursing Vacancy 2026
Candidates should keep the following documents ready while applying for the RRB Nursing Recruitment 2026 and during the Document Verification (DV) stage:
- Educational qualification certificates and marksheets
- GNM/B.Sc Nursing certificate, as applicable
- Nursing registration certificate
- Valid identity proof such as Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, or Driving Licence
- Date of birth proof
- Recent passport-size photographs
- Scanned signature
- Category certificate, if applicable
- EWS certificate, if applicable
- PwBD certificate, if applicable
- NOC (No Objection Certificate), if applicable for candidates working in government organisations
- Other documents specified in the official recruitment notification
RRB Nursing Superintendent Application Fee 2026
Candidates must pay the applicable examination fee while submitting the online application. The fee varies by category, and eligible candidates may receive a refund after appearing in the CBT, subject to the conditions in the notification.
| RRB Nursing Superintendent Application Fees | ||
| Category | Application Fee | Refund for Appearing in CBT |
| All candidates (except categories below) | ₹500/- | ₹400/- (after bank charges) |
| SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minorities, EBC | ₹250/- | ₹250/- (after bank charges) |
RRB Nursing Superintendent Selection Process 2026
The selection process for the Nursing Superintendent post consists of the following stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
- Final Empanelment/Appointment
The CBT performance is used for shortlisting candidates for Document Verification. Candidates must produce their original certificates during DV, and final empanelment is subject to successful document verification and the prescribed medical fitness.
RRB Nursing Superintendent Exam Pattern 2026
The RRB Nursing Superintendent CBT consists of 100 objective-type questions carrying 100 marks. The standard examination duration is 90 minutes. Eligible PwBD candidates using a scribe are provided 120 minutes, subject to the prescribed conditions.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Ability | 70 | 70 |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| General Arithmetic, General Intelligence & Reasoning | 10 | 10 |
| General Science | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Exam Duration: 90 minutes
PwBD candidates using a scribe: 120 minutes
Negative Marking: 1/3 mark for every incorrect answer
Minimum Qualifying Marks
The minimum qualifying percentages prescribed under the recruitment notice are given below.
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| UR/EWS | 40% |
| OBC-NCL/SC | 30% |
| ST | 25% |
RRB Nursing Superintendent Syllabus 2026
The RRB Nursing Superintendent syllabus covers professional nursing subjects, General Awareness, Arithmetic, Reasoning and General Science. Candidates should prepare according to the subject-wise syllabus provided in the official notification.
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| Professional Ability – Nursing | Anatomy, Physiology, Nutrition, Biochemistry, Nursing Foundations, Psychology, Microbiology, Sociology, Pharmacology, Pathology, Genetics, Medical-Surgical Nursing (Adult including Geriatrics)-I, Community Health Nursing, Child Health Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Midwifery and Obstetrical Nursing, Nursing Research & Statistics, Management of Nursing Services and Education |
| General Arithmetic | Number System, BODMAS, Decimals, Fractions, LCM & HCF, Ratio and Proportion, Percentages, Mensuration, Time and Work, Time and Distance, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics, Square Root, Age Calculations, Calendar and Clock, Pipes and Cistern |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | Analogies, Alphabetical and Number Series, Coding-Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Relationships, Syllogism, Venn Diagram, Data Interpretation and Sufficiency, Conclusions and Decision Making, Similarities and Differences, Analytical Reasoning, Classification, Directions, Statement-Arguments and Assumptions |
| General Awareness | Current Affairs, Indian Geography, Culture and History including Freedom Struggle, Indian Polity and Constitution, Indian Economy, Environmental Issues, Sports, General Scientific and Technological Developments |
| General Science | Physics, Chemistry and Life Sciences up to 10th Standard CBSE level |
RRBs Participating in Nursing Superintendent Recruitment
The following RRB regional websites are available for reference for the aspirants interested in the RRB Nursing Superintendent 2026 and seeking further information
| Region | Website |
|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | rrbahmedabad.gov.in |
| Chennai | rrbchennai.gov.in |
| Muzaffarpur | rrbmuzaffarpur.gov.in |
| Ajmer | rrbajmer.gov.in |
| Gorakhpur | rrbgkp.gov.in |
| Patna | rrbpatna.gov.in |
| Bengaluru | rrbbnc.gov.in |
| Guwahati | rrbguwahati.gov.in |
| Prayagraj | rrbald.gov.in |
| Bhopal | rrbbhopal.gov.in |
| Jammu-Srinagar | rrbjammu.nic.in |
| Ranchi | rrbranchi.gov.in |
| Bhubaneswar | rrbbbs.gov.in |
| Kolkata | rrbkolkata.gov.in |
| Secunderabad | rrbsecunderabad.gov.in |
| Bilaspur | rrbbilaspur.gov.in |
| Malda | rrbmalda.gov.in |
| Siliguri | rrbsiliguri.gov.in |
| Mumbai | rrbmumbai.gov.in |
Note: Candidates can apply to only one RRB with one online application and must keep their registered mobile number and email ID active throughout the recruitment process for receiving important updates.
RRB Nursing Superintendent Salary 2026
The Nursing Superintendent post carries Pay Level 7 under the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC), with an initial basic salary of ₹44,900 per month. Selected candidates are also eligible for allowances and benefits as admissible under Railway rules.
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level 7 |
| Initial Basic Pay | ₹44,900 |
| Pay Commission | 7th CPC |
| Allowances | As applicable under Railway rules |
| Medical Standard | C1 |
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