RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026: 590 Vacancies, Apply Online by October 14

Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 05/2026 for recruitment to various paramedical posts in Indian Railways.

A total of 590 vacancies have been announced across nine paramedical categories.

Online applications are open from September 15, 2026 until October 14, 2026.

Candidates should check their post-specific educational qualification, age limit and other eligibility conditions carefully before submitting the application.

1. Important Dates

Indicative Notice : September 12, 2026

Application Start Date : September 15, 2026

Last Date to Apply : October 14, 2026 (11:59 PM)

Last Date for Fee Payment : October 16, 2026

Application Correction Window : October 17–26, 2026

Scribe Details Submission Window : October 27–31, 2026

CBT Date : To be announced

RRBs will announce the CBT schedule and other examination-related updates separately through the official RRB websites.

2. Vacancy Details

Total Vacancies : 590

• Nursing Superintendent : 365 vacancies

• Pharmacist (Entry Grade) : 118 vacancies

• Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II : 43 vacancies

• Lab Assistant Grade II : 31 vacancies

• Radiographer X-Ray Technician : 25 vacancies

• ECG Technician : 4 vacancies

• Optometrist : 2 vacancies

• Dialysis Technician : 1 vacancy

• Audiologist & Speech Therapist : 1 vacancy

The vacancies are provisional and may increase or decrease depending on the requirements of the Railway Administrations.

3. Salary and Age Limit

Age Reckoning Date : January 1, 2027

a. Nursing Superintendent

Pay Level : Level 7

Initial Pay : ₹44,900

Age Limit : 20–40 years

b. Dialysis Technician

Pay Level : Level 6

Initial Pay : ₹35,400

Age Limit : 20–33 years

c. Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II

Pay Level : Level 6

Initial Pay : ₹35,400

Age Limit : 18–33 years

d. Audiologist & Speech Therapist

Pay Level : Level 6

Initial Pay : ₹35,400

Age Limit : 21–30 years

e. Pharmacist (Entry Grade)

Pay Level : Level 5

Initial Pay : ₹29,200

Age Limit : 20–35 years

f. Radiographer X-Ray Technician

Pay Level : Level 5

Initial Pay : ₹29,200

Age Limit : 19–33 years

g. ECG Technician

Pay Level : Level 4

Initial Pay : ₹25,500

Age Limit : 18–33 years

h. Optometrist

Pay Level : Level 4

Initial Pay : ₹25,500

Age Limit : 18–33 years

i. Lab Assistant Grade II

Pay Level : Level 3

Initial Pay : ₹21,700

Age Limit : 18–33 years

Upper-age relaxation is available to eligible categories according to the rules specified in CEN 05/2026.

4. Educational Qualification

The required educational, technical and professional qualifications differ according to the paramedical post.

a. Nursing Superintendent

Registered Nurse and Midwife with a 3-year course in General Nursing and Midwifery from a recognized institution, OR B.Sc. Nursing.

b. Dialysis Technician

B.Sc. with Diploma in Haemodialysis, OR B.Sc. with two years of satisfactory in-house training/experience in Haemodialysis work at a reputed institution.

B.Sc. in Dialysis Techniques, Dialysis Technology or Renal Dialysis Technology is also accepted as specified in the notification.

c. Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II

B.Sc. with Chemistry studied as a Main/Optional subject in any branch of Chemistry, along with a one-year Diploma of Health/Sanitary Inspector, OR the prescribed one-year National Trade Certificate (NTC) in Health Sanitary Inspector.

d. Audiologist & Speech Therapist

Bachelor in Audiology, Speech Language Pathology (BASLP) from a recognized University and registration with the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI).

e. Pharmacist (Entry Grade)

Bachelor Degree in Pharmacy (Allopathic) OR Doctor of Pharmacy from a Central or State Government recognized University or Institute, along with registration as a Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act, 1948.

f. Radiographer X-Ray Technician

10+2 with Physics and Chemistry along with the prescribed qualification in Radiography, X-Ray Technician or Radiodiagnosis Technology.

The notification also accepts certain specified relevant degree and diploma qualifications.

g. ECG Technician

10+2 or Graduation in Science with a Certificate, Diploma or Degree in ECG Laboratory Technology, Cardiology, Cardiology Technician or Cardiology Techniques from a reputed institution.

The prescribed certificate should be of at least one year duration.

h. Optometrist

B.Sc. in Optometry OR Diploma in Ophthalmic Technician of the prescribed duration, along with registration with the concerned Council/Licensing body.

i. Lab Assistant Grade II

12th (10+2) in Science with the prescribed Diploma or Certificate Course in Medical Laboratory Technology.

B.Sc. Medical Lab Technology is also accepted as specified in the notification.

Candidates must possess the required educational, technical or professional qualification by October 14, 2026.

Candidates awaiting final results of the prescribed qualification are not eligible to apply.

Candidates should check the detailed notification before applying because some posts contain additional qualification conditions.

5. Application Fee

General Candidates

Fee : ₹500

Refund on Appearing for CBT : ₹400 after deduction of applicable bank charges

SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minority / Eligible EBC Candidates

Fee : ₹250

Refund on Appearing for CBT : ₹250 after deduction of applicable bank charges

Payment Modes :

• Internet Banking

• Debit Card

• Credit Card

• UPI

Only candidates who appear in the CBT are eligible for the applicable examination-fee refund.

6. Selection Process

The RRB Paramedical recruitment process includes:

Step 1 : Computer Based Test (CBT)

Step 2 : Document Verification (DV)

Step 3 : Medical Examination

The CBT will contain 100 questions for 100 marks, with a duration of 90 minutes.

Eligible candidates using a scribe will receive the applicable extended examination time.

Negative Marking : 1/3 of the marks allotted for each incorrect answer

Candidates equal to the number of vacancies will be shortlisted for Document Verification based on CBT performance, subject to the applicable qualifying requirements.

Final empanelment is subject to merit, successful Document Verification and passing the prescribed Medical Examination.

RRBs reserve the right to conduct additional CBTs if considered necessary.

7. Important Instructions

• Candidates can choose only ONE RRB under CEN 05/2026.

• Candidates can give preferences for eligible Railway Zones and posts within their chosen RRB.

• The chosen RRB cannot be changed through the application modification window.

• Multiple applications to the same or different RRBs will lead to rejection of all applications.

• Attempting to submit more than one application can result in disqualification and debarment as specified in the official notification.

• Candidates should carefully verify their age, educational qualification and medical eligibility before applying.

• Candidates should submit their application well before the closing date instead of waiting until the final day.

8. How to Apply

Step 1 : Visit the official unified Railway Recruitment Board website at rrb.indianrailways.gov.in.

Step 2 : Open the online application link for CEN 05/2026.

Step 3 : Candidates who already created an RRB account for previous CENs should use their existing login credentials.

Step 4 : New candidates must create an RRB account before proceeding with the application.

Step 5 : Select the eligible posts and Railway Zone preferences under the chosen RRB.

Step 6 : Complete the application carefully and pay the applicable examination fee online.

Step 7 : Submit the application and retain the application details for future reference.

Candidates should use only official RRB websites for application links, CBT schedules, city/date intimation, e-call letters and recruitment results.

9. Quick Summary

Recruitment : RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026

CEN Number : 05/2026

Total Vacancies : 590

Number of Post Categories : 9

Application Start Date : September 15, 2026

Last Date to Apply : October 14, 2026 (11:59 PM)

Total CBT Questions : 100

Total CBT Marks : 100

CBT Duration : 90 Minutes

Negative Marking : 1/3 of the marks allotted for each incorrect answer

Selection Process : CBT → Document Verification → Medical Examination

CBT Date : To be announced

Official Website : rrb.indianrailways.gov.in

10. Frequently Asked Questions

i. How many vacancies are available in RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026?

RRB Paramedical CEN 05/2026 has announced a total of 590 vacancies across nine paramedical categories. Nursing Superintendent has the largest number of vacancies with 365 posts, followed by Pharmacist (Entry Grade) with 118 vacancies.

ii. What is the last date to apply for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application for CEN 05/2026 is October 14, 2026 at 11:59 PM. The last date for payment of the application fee for submitted applications is October 16, 2026.

iii. What is the selection process for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026?

The recruitment process consists of a Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination for shortlisted candidates. Final empanelment is subject to merit and successful completion of the applicable recruitment stages.

iv. Is there negative marking in the RRB Paramedical CBT?

Yes. There is negative marking of 1/3 of the marks allotted for each incorrect answer in the CBT.

v. Can a candidate apply to more than one RRB under CEN 05/2026?

No. A candidate can choose only one RRB under CEN 05/2026. Multiple applications to the same or different RRBs can lead to rejection as specified in the official notification.

11. Official Source

Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)

Centralised Employment Notice CEN 05/2026 – Recruitment of Paramedical Categories

Candidates should refer to CEN 05/2026 and subsequent official RRB notices for amendments, CBT schedules, city/date intimation, e-call letters, results and other recruitment updates.

Official RRB Website :

rrb.indianrailways.gov.in