
The RRB Prayagraj Nursing Superintendent Recruitment 2026 is being conducted through CEN 05/2026 for candidates seeking a Nursing Superintendent post in the railway sector. Under RRB Prayagraj, a total of 20 vacancies are available across units including BLW, NCR and NR, with the vacancy details varying by railway unit.
Candidates applying for the post should check the official notification for the required nursing qualification, age limit, medical standards, selection process and other eligibility conditions before submitting the application form.
The RRB Prayagraj Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 notification has been released through CEN 05/2026 for Para-Medical categories.
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RRB Prayagraj Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview |
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Particulars |
Details |
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Exam Conducting Body |
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
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Recruitment |
RRB Nursing Superintendent Recruitment 2026 |
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CEN Number |
CEN 05/2026 |
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Post |
Nursing Superintendent |
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Category |
Para-Medical |
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Total Vacancies |
365 (RRB Prayagraj - 20) |
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Pay Level |
Level 7 |
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Initial Pay |
Rs. 44,900 |
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Medical Standard |
C1 |
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Age Limit |
20–40 years |
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Application Start Date |
September 15, 2026 |
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Last Date to Apply |
October 14, 2026 |
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Application Mode |
Online |
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Selection Process |
CBT, Document Verification and Medical Examination |
Candidates should note all important dates before applying for the post.
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RRB Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 Important Dates |
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Event |
Date |
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Indicative Notice |
September 12, 2026 |
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Online Application Starts |
September 15, 2026 |
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Last Date to Submit Application |
October 14, 2026 up to 11:59 PM |
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Last Date for Fee Payment |
October 16, 2026 |
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Application Modification Window |
October 17 to 26, 2026 |
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Scribe Details Window |
October 27 to 31, 2026 |
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CBT Exam Date |
To be announced |
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Document Verification |
To be announced |
The CBT date will be announced separately by the RRBs. Candidates should check the official RRB website regularly for further updates.
The table below shows the RRB Prayagraj vacancy details for Nursing Officer posts, along with the category-wise distribution of seats. Check the post-wise vacancies and reservation details below.
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RRB Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Prayagraj |
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RRB |
Railway Zone/PU |
Post |
Pay Level |
UR |
SC |
ST |
OBC |
EWS |
Total |
ExSM |
PwBD |
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Prayagraj |
BLW |
Nursing Superintendent |
7 |
2 |
1 |
0 |
2 |
1 |
6 |
1 |
– |
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NCR |
Nursing Superintendent |
7 |
7 |
1 |
0 |
1 |
1 |
10 |
1 |
– |
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NR |
Nursing Superintendent |
7 |
1 |
2 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
4 |
0 |
– |
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Total |
20 |
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The vacancy numbers are provisional and may change according to the requirements of the Railway Administration.
The RRB Nursing Superintendent form fill-up date 2026 is from September 15 to October 14, 2026.
Candidates can submit their applications online up to 11:59 PM on October 14, 2026. The application fee can be paid until October 16, 2026.
The application modification window will remain open from October 17 to October 26, 2026.
Candidates should submit the form before the last date to avoid any last-minute problems.
RRB Nursing Officer Application Form 2026 Link
The RRB Nursing Officer application form can be submitted through the official RRB application system.
Candidates can follow these steps:
Visit the official RRB website.
Create an RRB account if required.
Log in using your account details.
Select CEN 05/2026.
Choose the RRB carefully.
Enter your personal and educational details.
Enter the required post and Railway preferences.
Complete Aadhaar or DigiLocker authentication where applicable.
Capture the required live photograph.
Upload the signature and other required documents.
Pay the application fee online.
Check all details carefully.
Submit the application form.
Save a copy of the submitted form for future use.
Candidates who already have an RRB account from earlier CENs should use the same account details for CEN 05/2026.
The RRB Nursing Officer exam date 2026 has not been announced yet.
The date, time and examination centre will be communicated to eligible candidates through the official RRB websites. Candidates should also check for the city intimation slip and e-call letter when released.
The exam centre, date and shift allotted to a candidate will be final.
Candidates must meet the required educational qualification, age limit and medical standards for the post.
Candidates must have either of the following qualifications:
Certificate as a Registered Nurse and Midwife after completing a 3-year General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) course from a recognised School of Nursing or institution recognised by the Indian Nursing Council.
B.Sc Nursing.
The required qualification must be obtained by the last date of application. Candidates waiting for the result of their final qualifying examination are not eligible to apply.
The age limit for Nursing Superintendent is 20 to 40 years as on January 1, 2027.
Age relaxation is available for eligible reserved and other categories as per the recruitment rules.
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RRB Nursing Officer Age Limit 2026 |
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Category |
Upper Age Relaxation |
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SC/ST |
5 years |
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OBC-NCL |
3 years |
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PwBD – UR/EWS |
10 years |
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PwBD – OBC-NCL |
13 years |
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PwBD – SC/ST |
15 years |
Candidates must meet the conditions mentioned in the official notification to claim age relaxation.
The Nursing Superintendent post requires the C1 medical standard. Candidates shortlisted for Document Verification must also pass the prescribed medical examination.
The RRB Nursing Officer selection process includes the following stages:
Computer Based Test
Document Verification
Medical Examination
Final empanelment and appointment
A single-stage CBT will be conducted for the notified categories. RRB may conduct an additional CBT if required.
The CBT will have 100 objective questions carrying 100 marks. The exam duration will be 90 minutes. PwBD candidates using a scribe will get 120 minutes.
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RRB Nursing Officer Exam Pattern 2026 |
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Subject |
Questions |
Marks |
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Professional Ability |
70 |
70 |
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General Awareness |
10 |
10 |
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General Arithmetic, General Intelligence & Reasoning |
10 |
10 |
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General Science |
10 |
10 |
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Total |
100 |
100 |
There will be a negative marking of 1/3 mark for every incorrect answer.
The minimum qualifying marks are 40% for UR/EWS, 30% for OBC-NCL/SC and 25% for ST candidates.
The Professional Ability section carries the highest weightage in the CBT. It covers important nursing subjects such as:
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 and Statistics
Management of Nursing Services and Education
Candidates should also prepare General Awareness, General Science, Arithmetic and Reasoning for the remaining sections of the CBT.
The RRB Nursing Superintendent post comes under Pay Level 7 of the 7th Central Pay Commission.
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RRB Nursing Superintendent Salary 2026 |
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Salary Component |
Details |
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Pay Level |
Level 7 |
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Initial Basic Pay |
Rs. 44,900 |
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Medical Standard |
C1 |
The actual salary after joining will depend on applicable allowances and deductions.
RRB Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 is being conducted under CEN 05/2026 for 365 vacancies. Candidates with GNM or B.Sc Nursing qualifications who meet the age and other eligibility requirements can apply online from September 15 to October 14, 2026.
The selection process includes CBT, Document Verification and Medical Examination. Candidates should check the official notification and prepare the nursing subjects along with General Awareness, Reasoning and General Science.
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