The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released the Railway Nursing Superintendent Recruitment 2026 notification under CEN 05/2026 for eligible candidates. A total of 365 paramedical vacancies have been announced for Nursing Superintendent. Candidates interested in the recruitment can find complete details on the notification, important dates, vacancies, eligibility criteria, application fee, exam pattern, selection process, and other important information in this article.
RRB Nursing Superintendent Notification Out
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released the detailed notification for Nursing Superintendent Recruitment 2026 under CEN 05/2026. The recruitment drive includes a total of 590 paramedical vacancies, out of which 365 vacancies are for Nursing Superintendent. The official notification contains complete details regarding eligibility, vacancies, important dates, application process, exam pattern, selection process, salary, medical standards, and other recruitment conditions.
Railway Nursing Superintendent Recruitment 2026 Overview
Candidates can check the currently available details of the RRB Nursing Superintendent Recruitment 2026 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 |
What are the Important Dates?
The important dates for RRB Nursing Superintendent 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 latest notification announced 365 vacancies for the upcoming RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026. The detailed notification has provided the complete vacancy details for Nursing Superintendent and other paramedical posts.
| No. | Post | Medical Standard | Total Vacancies (All RRBs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nursing Superintendent | C1 | 365 |
Eligibility Criteria For RRB Nursing Superintendent Posts
The RRB Nursing Superintendent Eligibility Criteria 2026 have officially released through detailed notification. The detailed CEN 05/2026 specifies the educational qualification, age limit, registration requirements, medical standards, and other eligibility conditions for each paramedical post.
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.
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 |
RRB Nursing Superintendent Apply Online 2026
The RRB Nursing Superintendent Apply Online 2026 process is scheduled to begin on 15 September 2026. Candidates interested in Nursing Superintendent and other paramedical positions can apply through the official RRB application portal. Before submitting the application, candidates should keep their educational qualification certificates and valid nursing registration documents ready. The last date to submit the online application is 14 October 2026.
RRB Nursing Superintendent Apply Online Link 2026 (Link Active Soon)
How to Apply Online for RRB Nursing Superintendent Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can follow the steps given below to complete the RRB Nursing Superintendent vacancy 2026 application process:
- Visit the official RRB application portal at rrbapply.gov.in.
- Click on Apply and select Create an Account.
- Complete the registration and Aadhaar OTP e-KYC verification.
- Log in using the registered credentials.
- Select the preferred RRB Zone and Nursing Superintendent post.
- Enter personal, educational, and nursing registration details.
- Upload the required photograph, signature, and certificates.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Check all the details carefully and submit the application form.
- Download and save the final application form 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
What is the Application Fee?
The application fee varies according to the candidate’s category. A portion of the fee is refundable after appearing in the CBT, after applicable bank charges.
| 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) |
Selection Process: Stage-wise
The RRB Nursing Superintendent Selection Process 2026 includes the stages prescribed by the Railway Recruitment Board.
CBT → Document Verification → Medical Examination → Final Selection
RRB Nursing Superintendent 2026 Exam Pattern
The RRB Nursing Superintendent Exam Pattern 2026 consists of 100 questions carrying 100 marks. Professional Ability has the highest weightage with 70 questions. The exam duration is 90 minutes. PwBD candidates using a scribe receive 120 minutes. There is a 1/3 mark negative marking for every incorrect answer.
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Science | 10 | 10 | 90 minutes
|
| Professional Ability | 70 | 70 | |
| General Arithmetic, General Intelligence & Reasoning | 10 | 10 | |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
RRB Nursing Superintendent Syllabus
The RRB Nursing Superintendent Syllabus 2026 gives the highest weightage to Professional Ability. Candidates should therefore focus mainly on nursing subjects while also preparing General Science, General Awareness and Arithmetic/Reasoning.
| Subjects | Topics |
|---|---|
| Aptitude Test | Chain Rules, Volume and Surface Area, Height and Distance, Simple Interest, H.C.F and L.C.M, Stocks and Shares, Ratio and Proportions, Time and Work, Decimal Function, Square Root and Cube Root, Simplification, Races and Games, Allegation and Mixture, Time and Distance |
| Nursing Subjects | Microbiology, Biochemistry, Mental Health, Anatomy and Physiology, Midwifery & Gynaecological Nursing, Health Education & Community Pharmacy, Hospital & Clinical Pharmacy, Fundamentals of Nursing, Environmental Hygiene, Community Health Nursing, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Toxicology, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Nursing Management, Drug Store Management, Computers in Nursing, Human Anatomy & Physiology, Psychology |
| General Awareness | Indian Current Affairs, Indian Politics, Indian Famous Places, Civics, Famous Days and Dates, Inventions and Discoveries, Indian Environmental Issues, Latest General Knowledge, General Sciences, Indian History, Indian Parliament, Indian Rivers, Lakes, and Seas, Indian Sports, Indian Tourism, Indian Artists, National and International News Updates, Countries and Capitals |
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 Nursing Superintendent post has previously been placed under Pay Level 7, with a starting basic pay of ₹44,900. However, the final post-wise pay level under CEN 05/2026 should be confirmed through the detailed CEN.
The current indicative notice confirms that the various paramedical posts covered under the recruitment fall within Pay Level 3 to Pay Level 7.
| RRB Nursing Superintendent Salary 2026 | |
| Component | Details |
| Pay Level | Level 7 (7th CPC) |
| Basic Pay | ₹44,900 per month (starting) |
| Allowances | Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, and other admissible Railway perks |
| Total Benefits | Monthly salary increases with allowances and periodic DA revisions |
| Nature of Post | Government healthcare job with stable income and additional benefits |
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