RRB Nursing Superintendent Recruitment 2026: Eligibility, Salary, Syllabus & Exam Pattern
Planning to apply for the Railway Recruitment Board Nursing Superintendent post? Read this guide to understand the official vacancy count, nursing qualification, age limit, pay scale, computer-based test pattern, syllabus and application dates.
Last date to apply: 14 October 2026, 11:59 PM
Visit Official RRB Website ↗RRB Nursing Superintendent Recruitment 2026: Overview
Railway Recruitment Boards issued Centralised Employment Notice CEN 05/2026 for recruitment to various paramedical categories. Nursing Superintendent is one of the notified posts. The information below follows the uploaded notification; candidates should read the complete notice and its annexures.
| Recruitment authority | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
|---|---|
| Notification number | CEN 05/2026 |
| Post name | Nursing Superintendent |
| Total reported vacancies | 365 across all RRBs |
| Pay level | Level 7 under the 7th CPC |
| Initial basic pay | ₹44,900 per month |
| Medical standard | C-1 |
| Online application opened | 15 September 2026 |
| Application deadline | 14 October 2026, 23:59 hours |
| Fee payment deadline | 16 October 2026 |
| Selection process | CBT followed by document verification and applicable medical examination |
Educational Qualification for Nursing Superintendent
General Nursing and Midwifery
A certificate as Registered Nurse and Midwife after passing a three-year course in General Nursing and Midwifery from a school of nursing or other institution recognised by the Indian Nursing Council.
B.Sc. Nursing
B.Sc. Nursing is the other qualification route specified in the notification.
The notification also mentions certain Indian Nursing Council concessions for Auxiliary Nurse Midwives, Midwives and B Grade Nurses. Check Annexure A of CEN 05/2026 for the exact applicable conditions.
Age Limit and Age Relaxation
For Nursing Superintendent, the notified age range is 20 to 40 years, calculated as on 1 January 2027. The applicable age-relaxation provisions must also be checked.
| Category | Age relaxation stated in the notice |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwBD – UR / EWS | 10 years |
| PwBD – OBC-NCL | 13 years |
| PwBD – SC / ST | 15 years |
Other provisions apply to certain railway employees, ex-servicemen and eligible women candidates. The notification’s specific conditions and certificate requirements govern eligibility. Relaxations are not automatically cumulative.
RRB Nursing Superintendent Salary 2026
Initial basic pay
₹44,900 per month
Pay Level 7 under the 7th Central Pay Commission.
Allowances and deductions
The final monthly amount depends on applicable allowances, posting, government rules and deductions.
₹44,900 is the notified initial basic pay, not a guaranteed in-hand salary.
RRB Nursing Superintendent Exam Pattern
The notification specifies a single-stage computer-based test (CBT). The following section-wise distribution is indicative; the RRB may vary the paper distribution as stated in the notice.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Ability (Nursing) | 70 | 70 |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| General Arithmetic, Intelligence and Reasoning | 10 | 10 |
| General Science | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Exam duration
90 minutes for the standard CBT.
Eligible candidates using a scribe receive the prescribed additional time stated in the notification.
Negative marking
One-third of the marks allotted is deducted for each incorrect answer.
Avoid random guessing when you cannot eliminate the options.
Minimum qualifying marks
UR / EWS 40%
OBC-NCL / SC 30%
ST 25%
These are the minimum qualifying marks stated in the notice, not a guarantee of selection. Selection depends on merit and the applicable recruitment rules.
RRB Nursing Superintendent Syllabus 2026
Annexure C of CEN 05/2026 lists the professional subjects for the Nursing Superintendent examination. Start with the nursing subjects and revise the remaining CBT sections alongside them.
1. Core nursing and medical subjects
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Nutrition and Biochemistry
- Nursing Foundations
- Psychology and Sociology
- Microbiology, Pharmacology and Pathology
- Genetics
2. Clinical and community nursing
- Medical-Surgical Nursing (Adult including Geriatrics)-I
- Community Health Nursing
- Child Health Nursing
- Mental Health Nursing
- Midwifery and Obstetrical Nursing
3. Research and nursing management
- Nursing Research and Statistics
- Management of Nursing Services and Education
4. General sections
- General Awareness
- General Arithmetic
- General Intelligence and Reasoning
- General Science
Use the exact topic names in Annexure C as your checklist. Practise nursing-based MCQs, revise weak subjects and take timed mock tests that follow the 100-question format.
RRB Nursing Superintendent Selection Process
Computer-Based Test
Appear for the objective-type CBT and qualify on the basis of the applicable merit and minimum qualifying requirements.
Document Verification
Present original qualification, age, identity and category documents as applicable.
Medical Examination
Meet the prescribed railway medical fitness standard for the opted post.
Final empanelment
Final allotment depends on merit, reservation, preferences, medical fitness and available vacancies.
Application Fee
| Candidate category | Fee payable | Refund on attending CBT |
|---|---|---|
| All candidates under the standard fee category | ₹500 | ₹400, less applicable bank charges |
| SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, female, transgender, minority or eligible EBC candidates | ₹250 | ₹250, less applicable bank charges |
The refund is subject to the conditions in the notification and applies to candidates who attend the CBT. EBC fee concession is distinct from EWS and OBC reservation.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official unified RRB website.
- Open the application link for CEN 05/2026.
- Create an account or use your existing RRB account as instructed.
- Enter personal details carefully and verify eligibility.
- Select one RRB and provide the permitted post and railway-zone preferences.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and documents according to the prescribed specifications.
- Pay the applicable fee online through an accepted payment method.
- Submit the form and retain the confirmation for your records.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | 15 September 2026 |
| Online application closes | 14 October 2026 |
| Last date for fee payment | 16 October 2026 |
| Application modification window | 17–26 October 2026 |
| Scribe details window for eligible candidates | 27–31 October 2026 |
| CBT examination date | To be announced by RRB |
Preparation Tips for Nursing Candidates
Prioritise professional ability
Allocate a major share of study time to nursing subjects because the indicative pattern assigns 70 of 100 questions to professional ability.
Revise clinical concepts
Review nursing foundations, medical-surgical nursing, maternal and child health, community health and mental health.
Practise timed tests
Attempt 100-question mock tests within 90 minutes and review incorrect answers after each test.
Account for negative marking
Practise eliminating unlikely options and keep an error log to identify recurring gaps.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Nursing Superintendent vacancies are announced?
CEN 05/2026 lists 365 Nursing Superintendent vacancies across all RRBs. The vacancy figures are provisional and may change under the notification.
What is the basic salary for Nursing Superintendent?
The notified initial basic pay is ₹44,900 per month under Pay Level 7 of the 7th CPC. The final in-hand amount depends on applicable allowances and deductions.
Can B.Sc. Nursing candidates apply?
Yes. B.Sc. Nursing is one of the educational qualifications listed in Annexure A, subject to the complete eligibility conditions.
What is the age limit?
The notified age range is 20–40 years as on 1 January 2027, subject to the applicable category-based relaxations and other specified provisions.
How many questions are in the CBT?
The notification specifies 100 objective questions for 100 marks in 90 minutes, with an indicative allocation of 70 professional-ability questions and 30 questions across the general sections.
Is there negative marking?
Yes. One-third of the marks allotted to a question are deducted for each incorrect answer.
When will the examination take place?
The notification says the CBT date will be announced separately through the official RRB websites. Check the official portal for updates.
Where can I apply?
Use the official unified RRB website at rrb.indianrailways.gov.in and follow the application link for CEN 05/2026.
Get Ready for RRB Nursing Superintendent 2026
Review the official notification, confirm your nursing qualification and age eligibility, and prepare from the prescribed Annexure C syllabus. Keep checking official RRB announcements for examination updates.
Check Official RRB Updates ↗Prepared using Railway Recruitment Boards Centralised Employment Notice CEN 05/2026, Recruitment of Paramedical Categories, particularly the important dates, vacancy table, Annexure A (post parameters), recruitment process and Annexure C (syllabus). This article is an informational guide, not an official RRB publication. The original notification and subsequent official corrigenda, if any, take precedence.
