The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have announced 590 posts for paramedical categories, with 365 vacancies reserved specifically for these categories. The remaining 225 vacancies have been distributed among eight other paramedical categories. Interested candidates can apply online from 15 September 2026 to 14 October 2026 on the official website.
This is good news for candidates who want to get selected in RRB. Candidates who have B.Sc Nursing or a recognized 3-year General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) qualification or Registered Nurse and Midwife certification are eligible for this post. The selected candidates will receive an initial salary of ₹44,900 at Pay Level 7, as per the prescribed notification. This article covers educational qualifications, age limit, salary, exam pattern, application fees, and category-wise vacancies.
Application Status: The application window is now closed.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization Name | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Advertisement No. | CEN 05/2026 |
| Post Name | Nursing Superintendent |
| Nursing Superintendent Vacancies | 365 Posts |
| All Paramedical Posts | 590 Posts (All 9 Categories) |
| Pay Level | ₹44,900, Pay Level-7 |
| Medical Standard | C1 |
| Job Location | All India |
| Age Limit | 20–40 Years |
| Qualification | B.Sc Nursing or General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) qualification or Registered Nurse and Midwife certification |
| Job Type | Reguler |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Fee | General / OBC / EWS: ₹500, SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Ex-Servicemen / EBC / Transgender |
| Official Website | https://www.rrbapply.gov.in |
Important Dates
The application start date for the Nursing Superintendent is 15 September 2026, and the last date is 14 October 2026. Candidates should apply before the last date to avoid technical issues.
Notification Released: 12 September 2026
Online Application Starts: 15 September 2026
Application Form Last Date: 14 October 2026
Fee Payment Last Date: 16 October 2026
Application Modification Window: 17 September 2026 to 26 October 2026
Scribe Details Submission: 27 October to 31 October 2026
CBT Exam Date: To be announced
Total Vacancies
In the official notification, 590 posts have been released by the Railway Recruitment Board. Candidates should carefully review the posts according to their preferences before applying.
- Nursing Superintendent: 365
- Pharmacist (Entry Grade): 118
- Lab Assistant Gr. II: 31
- Health & Malaria Inspector Gr II: 43
- Radiographer: 25
- Total: 590
Educational Qualification & Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must have a B.Sc/M.Sc Nursing Degree from a recognized Institution/University.
- OR
Those candidates who have completed a 3-year General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) course from a Nursing School/Institution recognized by the Indian Nursing Council and have a Registered Nurse and Midwife certificate.
Age Limit
Candidate age must be 20 to 40 years for RRB Nursing Superintendent and must fulfill the age criteria. Age will be calculated as of January 1, 2027. The age relaxation applicable based on the candidate’s category is shown in the table below.
| Category | Upper Age Limit (as on 01.01.2027) | Age Relaxation |
| UR / EWS | 40 years | — |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 43 years | 3 years |
| SC / ST | 45 years | 5 years |
| PwBD (UR / EWS) | 50 years | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 53 years | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC / ST) | 55 years | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (UR / EWS) | After deducting service + 3 years | As per service |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC) | After deducting service + 6 years | As per service |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC / ST) | After deducting service + 8 years | As per service |
| Widow / Divorced / Judicially Separated Women (UR/EWS) | 35 years | — |
| Railway Employees (min. 3 years service) – UR/EWS | 40 years | — |
| Railway Employees (min. 3 years service) – OBC | 43 years | — |
| Railway Employees (min. 3 years service) – SC/ST | 45 years | — |
| Quasi-Administrative Staff of Railways | Length of service or 5 years (whichever is less) | — |
According to RRB rules, age relaxation will be granted only as per the age relaxation category. If a candidate is eligible for more than one relaxation, the maximum age relaxation allowed can be given.
Salary Details
Nursing Superintendent’s basic pay: Level-7, ₹44,000 including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, and other benefits as per government regulations.
- Nursing Superintendent: ₹44,900, Pay Level-7
- Pharmacist (Entry Grade): ₹29,200, Pay Level-5
- Health & Malaria Inspector Gr II: ₹35,400, Pay Level
- Lab Assistant Gr. II: ₹21,700, Pay Level-3
- Radiographer X-Ray Technician: ₹29,200, Pay Level-5
- ECG Technician: ₹25,500, Pay Level-4
- Optometrist: ₹25,500, Pay Level-4
- Dialysis Technician: ₹35,400, Pay Level-6
- Audiologist & Speech Therapist: ₹35,400, Pay Level-6
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Medical Standard
For the medical standard, candidates selected for the Nursing Superintendent position will be required to complete the prescribed C1. According to the notification, distance vision must be 6/12 and 6/18. (with or without glasses), and where reading or near work is required, near vision must be Sn. 0.6 and 0.6.
Selection Process
There are three stages in the selection process for the RRB Nursing Superintendent 2026:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination (C1 standard)
Exam Pattern
| Subjects | Questions | Marks |
| Professional Ability | 70 | 70 |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| Arithmetic, General Intelligence & Reasoning | 10 | 10 |
| General Science | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Exam Duration: 90 minutes
- PwBD/PwD candidates eligible for scribe: 120 minutes
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark for every wrong answer.
Syllabus
Anatomy, Physiology, Nutrition, Biochemistry, Nursing Foundations, Psychology, Microbiology, Sociology, Pharmacology, Pathology, Genetics, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Community Health Nursing, Child Health Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Midwifery and Obstetrical Nursing, Nursing Research & Statistics, Management of Nursing Services and Education.
Document Verification
Candidates who are shortlisted will be called for document verification and must present their original academic, age, category, and other required certificates. The final selection will depend on document verification and the prescribed medical examination.
Application Fee
The application fee for RRB Nursing Superintendent Recruitment 2026 will vary depending on the category. The expected application fees are given below:
| Categories | Application Fees | Refund (After CBT) |
| General/OBC | ₹500/- | ₹400/- |
| EWS/SC/ST/Female, PwD/Ex-Servicemen | ₹250/- | ₹250/- |
Apply Link
The official date for filling out the RRB Nursing Superintendent form has not been released, the application link will be updated as soon as the official date is released.
| Official Website | Click here |
| Official Notification | Click here |
| Application Status | The job is closed. Last Date: 14 October 2026 |
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How To Apply Online
- First, visit the RRB official website: https://www.rrbapply.gov.in
- The candidate will have to ‘create an account ‘; if they already have one, he/she should log in.
- Select the “Recruitment for Nursing Superintendent 2026 – CEN (Paramedical)” section.
- After clicking the notification, candidates must fill the application form with required details.
- Fill in your personal details, contact information, and educational qualifications and experience(if mentioned).
- Capture a live photo and handwritten signature declaration as mentioned in the notification.
- After filling out the application form, click the submit button and make the payment online via Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, and UPI.
- After the payment is made, download the application form and take a printout for future reference.
Important Note: A candidate must choose only one RRB, and applying multiple applications may increase the chances of rejection or disqualification.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the total number of Nursing Superintendent vacancies?
There are 365 vacancies for Nursing Superintendent 2026.
2. How many total paramedical vacancies are there in the RRB?
There are a total of 590 vacancies in RRB paramedical.
3. Is the post of Nursing Superintendent included in the Indian Railways Paramedical Recruitment?
Yes, RRB Nursing Superintendent vacancies come under the 9 paramedical categories.
4. How many paramedical vacancies have been approved by the Railway Board for 2026?
590 vacancies under paramedical categories have been approved by the Railway Board.
5. When was the RRB Nursing Superintendent Notification released by the Railway Board?
The RRB Nursing Superintendent Notification was released on 12 September 2026.
6. Is RRB Nursing Superintendent part of the Centralized Employment?
Nursing Superintendents are recruited through centralized employment and are regularized after the probation period.
7. After joining, what will be the salary?
The selected candidate will receive a basic pay of Level-7, ₹44,000 per month.
8. When will the application process for the RRB Nursing Superintendent post Start?
The application process for RRB Nursing Superintendent vacancies will start from 15 September 2026.
Important Instructions
- Candidates can only choose one RRB, he/she cannot apply for multiple posts.
- Candidates are advised to review the form once and submit it. Once the form is submitted, no corrections or changes will be allowed.
- After creating an account on the official portal, you cannot change your mobile number or email ID.
- If for any reason an error occurs while filling out the form, the correction window will be open from October 17 to 26.
- Mobile phones, pagers, smartwatches, calculators, and other electronic devices are not allowed during the exam.
