Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released Centralised Employment Notification CEN 05/2026 for the recruitment of various Paramedical Categories in Indian Railways. A total of 590 vacancies are available for posts including Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist, Radiographer, Lab Assistant, Dialysis Technician, Health and Malaria Inspector, ECG Technician, Optometrist, and Audiologist & Speech Therapist.
The online application process starts on 15 September 2026 and eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official RRB application portal up to 14 October 2026 at 11:59 PM.
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 Vacancy and Pay Details
| Post | Vacancies | Pay Level | Initial Pay | Age Limit | Medical Standard |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing Superintendent | 365 | Level 7 | ₹44,900 | 20–40 Years | C1 |
| Dialysis Technician | 1 | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | 20–33 Years | B1 |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II | 43 | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | 18–33 Years | C1 |
| Audiologist & Speech Therapist | 1 | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | 21–30 Years | B1 |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | 118 | Level 5 | ₹29,200 | 20–35 Years | C2 |
| Radiographer X-Ray Technician | 25 | Level 5 | ₹29,200 | 19–33 Years | B1 |
| ECG Technician | 4 | Level 4 | ₹25,500 | 18–33 Years | C1 |
| Optometrist | 2 | Level 4 | ₹25,500 | 18–33 Years | B1 |
| Lab Assistant Grade II | 31 | Level 3 | ₹21,700 | 18–33 Years | B1 |
| Total | 590 | All RRBs | |||
The vacancies shown in the notification are provisional and may increase or decrease according to the requirements of the Railway Administration.
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 Educational Qualification
The required qualification varies according to the post. Candidates must possess the prescribed qualification from a recognized institution on or before 14 October 2026. Candidates awaiting final results of the required qualification are not eligible.
- Nursing Superintendent: Registered Nurse and Midwife with a 3-year General Nursing and Midwifery course recognized by the Indian Nursing Council, or B.Sc Nursing.
- Dialysis Technician: B.Sc with Diploma in Haemodialysis, or B.Sc with two years satisfactory in-house training/experience in haemodialysis work in a reputed institution. B.Sc in Dialysis Techniques, Dialysis Technology or Renal Dialysis Technology is also eligible.
- Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II: B.Sc with Chemistry as a main or optional subject, plus a one-year Diploma in Health/Sanitary Inspector or one-year NTC in Health Sanitary Inspector.
- Audiologist & Speech Therapist: Bachelor in Audiology, Speech Language Pathology (BASLP) from a recognized university and registration with the Rehabilitation Council of India.
- Pharmacist (Entry Grade): Bachelor Degree in Pharmacy (Allopathic) or Doctor of Pharmacy from a recognized university/institute and registration as a Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act, 1948.
- Radiographer X-Ray Technician: 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry plus a 2-year Diploma in Radiography, X-Ray Technician or Radiodiagnosis Technology. Several relevant B.Sc and Radiation Technology qualifications are also accepted as specified in the notification.
- ECG Technician: 10+2 or Graduation in Science with a Certificate/Diploma/Degree in ECG Laboratory Technology, Cardiology, Cardiology Technician or Cardiology Techniques from a reputed institution. The certificate must generally be at least one year in duration.
- Optometrist: B.Sc in Optometry or Diploma in Ophthalmic Technician of 3–4 years duration, along with registration with the concerned council/licensing body.
- Lab Assistant Grade II: 12th in Science plus DMLT or an equivalent Medical Laboratory Technology certificate course of at least one year from a recognized institution. B.Sc Medical Lab Technology candidates are also eligible as specified.
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
The age will be calculated as on 1 January 2027. The post-wise age limits range from 18 to 40 years depending on the category of post.
Upper-age relaxation is available as prescribed in the notification. SC/ST candidates receive 5 years relaxation and OBC-NCL candidates receive 3 years. PwBD candidates can receive 10, 13 or 15 years depending on category. Specific relaxations are also provided for eligible Ex-Servicemen, serving Railway staff and certain other categories.
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Candidate Category | Application Fee | Refund on Appearing in CBT |
|---|---|---|
| All candidates | ₹500 | ₹400 after applicable bank charges |
| SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minorities and EBC | ₹250 | ₹250 after applicable bank charges |
The examination fee must be paid online through internet banking, debit/credit card or UPI. Refund is applicable only to candidates who appear in the CBT. EBC is a separate category from OBC and EWS, and the EBC concession is subject to the conditions mentioned in the notification.
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process includes a Single Stage Computer Based Test followed by Document Verification. Candidates must also satisfy the prescribed medical fitness requirements for the post selected.
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Merit-based shortlisting
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination/Fitness assessment
- Final empanelment and allotment according to merit, reservation, post preference, medical fitness and vacancy position
RRB Paramedical CBT Exam Pattern 2026
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Ability | 70 | 70 |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| General Arithmetic, General Intelligence & Reasoning | 10 | 10 |
| General Science | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
The CBT duration is 90 minutes for 100 objective multiple-choice questions. PwBD/PWD candidates eligible for the scribe facility receive 120 minutes. There is negative marking of one-third of the marks allotted for every wrong answer.
Minimum qualifying marks are 40% for UR/EWS, 30% for OBC-NCL and SC, and 25% for ST candidates. The notification also provides for a possible relaxation of 2 marks for PwBD candidates in case of shortage against reserved PwBD vacancies.
RRB Paramedical Syllabus 2026
The professional section is based on the educational and technical requirements of the respective post. For example, Nursing Superintendent questions cover nursing foundations, anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, medical-surgical nursing, community health nursing, child health nursing, mental health nursing, midwifery and nursing management.
For Pharmacist, the syllabus includes pharmaceutics, pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacology, pharmacognosy, pharmacy practice, pharmaceutical microbiology, biochemistry, pharmaceutical jurisprudence, quality assurance and other pharmacy-related subjects. Radiographer candidates can expect topics covering radiology physics, X-ray machines, clinical radiography, imaging modalities, radiation safety and quality control.
The common subjects include arithmetic, reasoning, general awareness and general science. General Science is based on Physics, Chemistry and Life Sciences up to the 10th Standard CBSE level.
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 Medical Standards
Candidates must meet the medical standard prescribed for their opted post. The notification specifies B1, C1 and C2 medical standards depending on the category. Candidates found medically unsuitable for the opted post will not be given an alternative appointment.
The prescribed standards include physical fitness and specified vision requirements. Candidates should therefore check the medical standard in Annexure A before selecting their preferred posts.
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 How to Apply
Eligible candidates should submit only one online application through the official RRB application system. Candidates can choose only one RRB and then indicate their preferences for eligible posts and Railway Zones within that chosen RRB.
- Open the official RRB application portal.
- Create an account or use the account credentials created during earlier RRB CEN recruitments, where applicable.
- Complete identity verification using Aadhaar/DigiLocker as instructed.
- Select CEN 05/2026 and carefully choose the RRB, eligible posts and preferences.
- Enter personal, educational and category details exactly as supported by the original documents.
- Complete the required live photo capture and upload the signature in the prescribed format.
- Upload the applicable certificate documents, where required.
- Pay the examination fee online.
- Review all information carefully and submit the application before 14 October 2026 at 11:59 PM.
- Save the registration/application details for future communication and examination stages.
The Create an Account details, including the registered mobile number and email ID, and the chosen RRB cannot be changed after account creation/submission. Other eligible application details can be modified during the modification window from 17 October to 26 October 2026 by paying the prescribed modification fee of ₹250 per occasion.
Documents Required for RRB Paramedical Application
- Educational qualification certificates and marksheets
- Matriculation/SSLC or equivalent certificate for date of birth
- Applicable caste/category certificate
- EWS/EBC documents where applicable
- PwBD/Ex-Servicemen certificates where applicable
- Scanned signature in the prescribed format
- SC/ST certificate for candidates seeking the applicable free train travel facility
- Other supporting documents required for the selected post/category
Candidates shortlisted for Document Verification must produce original documents along with two sets of self-attested photocopies. The certificates should be in English or Hindi, or accompanied by the required translated version.
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 Application Dates
| Particular | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 15 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 16 October 2026 |
| Application Modification Window | 17–26 October 2026 |
| Scribe Details Submission | 27–31 October 2026 |
The CBT date and other examination-related schedules will be announced separately through the official RRB websites.
Official Links for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026
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