RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 590 Posts (CEN 05/2026)
RRB Paramedical Categories Recruitment 2026 — 590 vacancies.
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026: The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, have released the Detailed Centralised Employment Notification (CEN No. 05/2026) for the recruitment of various Paramedical Categories. Online applications are invited from eligible Indian Nationals for 590 vacancies, including Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist (Entry Grade), Health & Malaria Inspector, Lab Assistant, and more across various RRBs and Railway Zones.
Total Vacancies
590
Qualifications
Diploma / Degree
Online Apply
15 Sep 2026
Last Date
14 Oct 2026
Mandatory Updates for CEN 05/2026: Candidates are strongly advised to authenticate their identity using DigiLocker or Aadhaar during the “Create an Account” process on the new unified portal (rrbapply.gov.in). Furthermore, Live photo capturing using a webcam/mobile camera is mandatory during the application filling process. Pre-existing uploaded photos will be summarily rejected.
Important Dates
| Event | Date / Time |
|---|---|
| Date of Indicative Notice in Employment News | 12.09.2026 |
| Opening Date of Online Application | 15.09.2026 |
| Closing Date for Submission of Online Application | 14.10.2026 (23:59 hours) |
| Last Date for Application fee payment | 16.10.2026 |
| Modification Window for Corrections (with ₹250/- fee) | 17.10.2026 to 26.10.2026 |
Vacancy & Salary Details
A total of 590 tentative vacancies have been notified across 9 different Paramedical categories. Candidates can choose only one RRB and indicate their preference for Railway Zones and posts.
| Name of the Post | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Initial Pay | Medical Standard | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing Superintendent | Level 7 | ₹ 44,900/- | C1 | 365 |
| Dialysis Technician | Level 6 | ₹ 35,400/- | B1 | 01 |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Gr II | Level 6 | ₹ 35,400/- | C1 | 43 |
| Audiologist & Speech Therapist | Level 6 | ₹ 35,400/- | B1 | 01 |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | Level 5 | ₹ 29,200/- | C2 | 118 |
| Radiographer X-Ray Technician | Level 5 | ₹ 29,200/- | B1 | 25 |
| ECG Technician | Level 4 | ₹ 25,500/- | C1 | 04 |
| Optometrist | Level 4 | ₹ 25,500/- | B1 | 02 |
| Lab Assistant Gr. II | Level 3 | ₹ 21,700/- | B1 | 31 |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Age Limit (Reckoned as on 01.01.2027)
The lower and upper age limits vary depending upon the post applied for. Refer to the table below for base age brackets:
- Nursing Superintendent: 20 to 40 Years.
- Pharmacist (Entry Grade): 20 to 35 Years.
- Dialysis Tech, Radiographer, Lab Asst: Broadly 18 to 33 / 19 to 33 / 20 to 33 Years (check specific post parameters).
- Audiologist & Speech Therapist: 21 to 30 Years.
| Category | Permissible Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD – UR/EWS) | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 to 8 years (after deduction of service length) |
| Serving Railway Staff / Substitutes (Min 3 yrs service) | Up to 40 yrs (UR), 43 yrs (OBC), 45 yrs (SC/ST) |
2. Educational & Professional Qualifications
- Nursing Superintendent: Certificate as Registered Nurse and Midwife (3 years course in GNM) OR B.Sc Nursing.
- Pharmacist: Bachelor Degree in Pharmacy (Allopathic) and registered as Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act, 1948 OR Doctor of Pharmacy.
- Health & Malaria Inspector Gr II: B.Sc. having studied Chemistry + One year Diploma in Health/Sanitary Inspector or equivalent NTC.
- Radiographer X-Ray Technician: 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry and Diploma in Radiography / X Ray Technician / Radiodiagnosis Technology (2 years course).
- Lab Assistant Grade II: 12th (10+2 stage) in Science + Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) or Certificate Course in MLT.
Candidates awaiting the results of their final examination for the prescribed educational/technical/professional qualification SHOULD NOT apply. Qualifications must be complete as on 14.10.2026.
Examination Fee & Refund
| Candidate Category | Fee Amount | Refund on appearing in CBT |
|---|---|---|
| For all candidates (except fee concession categories) | ₹ 500/- | ₹ 400/- (Deducting bank charges) |
| SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minorities, and EBC | ₹ 250/- | ₹ 250/- (Fully refunded minus bank charges) |
Refund Process: The refund of the examination fee will be credited strictly to the bank account seeded with the candidate’s Aadhaar number. During the application, validation of Aadhaar is mandatory for facilitating this refund process via NPCI mapping.
Note on Modification: To make changes after final submission, candidates must pay a modification fee of ₹ 250/- per modification between 17.10.2026 to 26.10.2026.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
1
Single Stage CBTComputer Based Test (100 Marks, 90 mins)2
Document VerificationBased on CBT Merit (1:1 ratio)3
Medical ExaminationStringent Railway Medical Standards- Computer Based Test (CBT): Will be of 90 minutes duration (120 minutes for eligible PwBD candidates using Scribe) for 100 questions.
- Section-wise Questions: Professional Ability (70), General Awareness (10), General Arithmetic, Intelligence & Reasoning (10), General Science (10).
- Negative Marking: There will be a negative marking of 1/3rd mark for every wrong answer in the CBT.
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: UR/EWS: 40%, OBC(NCL)/SC: 30%, ST: 25%.
- Medical Fitness: Candidates must satisfy stringent medical standards like C1, B1, C2 based on the post. Visual Acuity Standard is critical.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the unified Railway Recruitment Board portal at rrbapply.gov.in.
- Click on “Create an Account”. If you have already created an account for previous CENs (like NTPC or ALP), use the same credentials to log in.
- During Account Creation, authenticate your identity using DigiLocker or Aadhaar.
- Select the specific RRB you wish to apply for and indicate your preferences for Railway Zones and posts carefully.
- Live Photograph: The application module will prompt you to capture a live photograph. Do not upload old scanned photos. Ensure you are in well-lit area, wearing non-white clothing, with no cap, mask, or glasses.
- Upload your Scanned Signature in running handwriting (JPEG format, 30 KB to 49 KB) inside the 35mm x 20mm designated box.
- Pay the required application fee online through Internet Banking, Debit/Credit Cards, or UPI.
- Submit the application and print the confirmation page for your records.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many vacancies are in RRB Paramedical 2026 (CEN 05/2026)? ▼
There are a total of 590 tentative vacancies across various paramedical roles such as Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist, Lab Assistant Grade II, etc.
What is the last date to apply and pay fees? ▼
The last date to submit online applications is 14 October 2026 (23:59 hrs) and the last date for fee payment is 16 October 2026.
Are final year students eligible to apply? ▼
No. Candidates awaiting the results of their final examination for the prescribed educational/technical qualifications are not eligible and should not apply.
What is the Live Photo capturing requirement? ▼
Candidates must capture a live photo of themselves using a webcam or front-facing mobile camera during the application process. Attempting to take a picture of a pre-existing printed or digital photo will result in summary rejection.
Can I apply to more than one RRB for Paramedical posts? ▼
No. Candidates can choose only one RRB and indicate their preferences for posts within that RRB. Multiple applications to different RRBs or the same RRB will lead to rejection and debarment.