The RRB Nursing Superintendent Recruitment 2026 has been announced under CEN 05/2026 as part of the Railway Recruitment Board’s Paramedical Recruitment. A total of 365 Nursing Superintendent vacancies are available, and the online application process is open from 15 September to 14 October 2026. Candidates can check the vacancy details, eligibility criteria, application dates, exam pattern, syllabus, salary, and other important information below.
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 important details of the RRB Nursing 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 |
| 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 Apply Online 2026 process is underway. Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official RRB application portal from 15 September to 14 October 2026.
Candidates should carefully enter their details, upload the required documents, and complete the fee payment before the deadline.
What are the Important Dates?
The important dates for RRB Nursing Superintendent vacancy 2026 are given 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 Recruitment 2026
RRB Nursing Superintendent Vacancy 2026
The RRB Nursing Superintendent Vacancy 2026 includes 365 posts distributed across 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
The RRB Nursing Superintendent Eligibility Criteria 2026 include the prescribed educational qualification, age limit and medical standards.
Educational Qualification
| 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 RRB Nursing Superintendent selection process is based on the stages prescribed under CEN 05/2026. Candidates must qualify at each applicable stage to progress in the recruitment.
CBT → Document Verification → Medical Examination → Final Selection
RRB Nursing Superintendent Exam Date 2026
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has not specified the Nursing Superintendent CBT exam date 2026 in the recruitment notification. The examination schedule will be announced separately on the official RRB websites.
Candidates will be informed about their allotted exam date, reporting time, shift, and examination centre through the respective RRB websites. They should also keep track of the city intimation slip and e-call letter once released.
RRB Nursing Superintendent Exam Pattern 2026
The RRB Nursing Superintendent exam is conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. The paper includes Professional Ability and other sections to assess candidates’ nursing knowledge and general aptitude.
| 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
RRB Nursing Superintendent Syllabus 2026
The RRB Nursing Superintendent syllabus primarily covers nursing subjects along with general awareness, arithmetic, reasoning, and general science. Candidates should prepare according to the subject-wise topics mentioned in the official syllabus.
| 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 RRB 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 RRB Nursing Superintendent Salary 2026 is based on Pay Level 7 of the 7th CPC, with an initial basic pay of ₹44,900. The post also carries admissible allowances and benefits according to applicable 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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