Railway Recruitment Board RRB Paramedical Categories Recruitment 2026 for 590 Vacancies
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- Indicative Notice Released : 12-09-2026
- Online Application Start : 15-09-2026
- Last Date to Apply Online : 14-10-2026 (up to 23:59 Hrs)
- Last Date for Fee Payment : 16-10-2026
- Modification Window Dates : 17-10-2026 to 26-10-2026
- Exam Date / CBT Date : To be announced
- General / OBC / EWS : ₹500 (₹400 refunded after appearing in CBT)
- SC / ST / ExSM / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minorities / EBC : ₹250 (₹250 refunded after appearing in CBT)
- Modification Fee : ₹250 (Non-Refundable)
- Payment Mode : Online via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI
Candidates must fulfill the post-wise age limits as of 01.01.2027:
- Nursing Superintendent: 20 to 40 Years
- Dialysis Technician: 20 to 33 Years
- Health & Malaria Inspector Gr II: 18 to 33 Years
- Audiologist & Speech Therapist: 21 to 30 Years
- Pharmacist (Entry Grade): 20 to 35 Years
- Radiographer X-Ray Technician: 19 to 33 Years
- ECG Technician / Optometrist / Lab Assistant Gr II: 18 to 33 Years
Upper age relaxation is applicable as follows: SC/ST - 5 Years, OBC (NCL) - 3 Years, PwBD (UR/EWS) - 10 Years, PwBD (OBC) - 13 Years, PwBD (SC/ST) - 15 Years, Ex-Servicemen as per rules.
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) 05/2026 offers an exceptional career opportunity for medical and healthcare professionals to serve in Indian Railways. Selected candidates will enjoy competitive pay scales under the 7th Pay Commission alongside job security and central government allowances. Eligible medical professionals are encouraged to read the detailed instructions, verify post parameters, and register well before the submission deadline.
A total of 590 vacancies have been published under Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 05/2026 across various Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs). Below is the post-wise vacancy summary:
| Post Name | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Initial Pay (₹) | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing Superintendent | Level 7 | 44,900 | 365 |
| Dialysis Technician | Level 6 | 35,400 | 01 |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Gr II | Level 6 | 35,400 | 43 |
| Audiologist & Speech Therapist | Level 6 | 35,400 | 01 |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | Level 5 | 29,200 | 118 |
| Radiographer X-Ray Technician | Level 5 | 29,200 | 25 |
| ECG Technician | Level 4 | 25,500 | 04 |
| Optometrist | Level 4 | 25,500 | 02 |
| Lab Assistant Gr. II | Level 3 | 21,700 | 31 |
| Grand Total | - | - | 590 |
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Nursing Superintendent | Certificate as Registered Nurse and Midwife (3 years GNM course) OR B.Sc. Nursing from a recognized institution. |
| Dialysis Technician | B.Sc. plus Diploma in Haemodialysis OR 2 years experience in Haemodialysis work. (B.Sc Dialysis Technology is also valid). |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Gr II | B.Sc. with Chemistry plus 1-year Diploma of Health / Sanitary Inspector OR 1-year NTC in Health Sanitary Inspector. |
| Audiologist & Speech Therapist | Bachelor in Audiology, Speech Language Pathology (BASLP) and registered with Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI). |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | Bachelor Degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharma) OR Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharma D) and registered as Pharmacist under Pharmacy Act 1948. |
| Radiographer X-Ray Technician | 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry and Diploma in Radiography / X-Ray Technician (2 years) OR B.Sc. Radiography. |
| ECG Technician | 10+2 / Graduation in Science with Certificate / Diploma / Degree in ECG Laboratory Technology / Cardiology (Min 1 year duration). |
| Optometrist | B.Sc. in Optometry or Diploma in Ophthalmic Technician (3 to 4 years course) with registration in concerned council. |
| Lab Assistant Gr. II | 12th in Science plus Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) OR B.Sc. Medical Lab Technology. |
Follow these steps to complete your online application for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026:
- Visit the official Railway application portal at rrbapply.gov.in.
- Click on 'Create an Account' to register using your active mobile number and valid email ID. Complete identity authentication using DigiLocker or Aadhaar.
- Log in with your credentials, select your chosen RRB zone, and select post preferences carefully.
- Fill in all mandatory personal, educational, and technical details accurately.
- Capture a live photograph directly using a webcam or mobile front camera, and upload a scanned copy of your signature in black ink.
- Pay the application fee via online payment gateways (Debit/Credit card, Net Banking, UPI) and submit the form.
- Download and print a copy of the final application form and payment receipt for future reference.
The recruitment process consists of a Single Stage Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by Document Verification (DV) and a Medical Examination. The exam pattern for the CBT is detailed below:
- Total Questions: 100 Objective Type MCQs
- Exam Duration: 90 Minutes (120 Minutes for eligible PwBD candidates using Scribe)
- Subjects: Professional Ability (70 Marks), General Awareness (10 Marks), General Arithmetic & Reasoning (10 Marks), General Science (10 Marks)
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for each incorrect answer.
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: UR/EWS - 40%, OBC(NCL) - 30%, SC - 30%, ST - 25%.
Selected candidates will receive basic pay according to the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix Level assigned to each specific post. Nursing Superintendents start at Pay Level 7 with an initial basic pay of ₹44,900/month. Dialysis Technicians, Health & Malaria Inspectors, and Audiologists fall under Level 6 (₹35,400 basic). Pharmacists and Radiographers receive Level 5 (₹29,200 basic). ECG Technicians and Optometrists are in Level 4 (₹25,500 basic), while Lab Assistants are in Level 3 (₹21,700 basic). Additional allowances like Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Medical Benefits are provided as per Central Government rules.
