Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, have released Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 05/2026 for recruitment of various Para-Medical categories. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications through the official RRB website.
The recruitment drive includes posts such as Nursing Superintendent, Dialysis Technician, Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II, Audiologist & Speech Therapist, Pharmacist (Entry Grade), Radiographer X-Ray Technician, ECG Technician, Optometrist and Lab Assistant Grade II with a total of 590 vacancies across all RRBs.
Official Notification PDF: RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways |
| Notification Number | CEN No. 05/2026 |
| Recruitment Name | RRB Paramedical Categories Recruitment 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 590 |
| Post Name | Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist, Radiographer and Other Paramedical Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Railway Zones Across India |
| Official Website | https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in |
RRB Paramedical Vacancy Details 2026
| Post Name | Pay Level | Initial Pay | Total Vacancies |
| Nursing Superintendent | Level 7 | Rs. 44,900 | 365 |
| Dialysis Technician | Level 6 | Rs. 35,400 | 1 |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II | Level 6 | Rs. 35,400 | 43 |
| Audiologist & Speech Therapist | Level 6 | Rs. 35,400 | 1 |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | Level 5 | Rs. 29,200 | 118 |
| Radiographer X-Ray Technician | Level 5 | Rs. 29,200 | 25 |
| ECG Technician | Level 4 | Rs. 25,500 | 4 |
| Optometrist | Level 4 | Rs. 25,500 | 2 |
| Lab Assistant Grade II | Level 3 | Rs. 21,700 | 31 |
| Total | - | - | 590 |
RRB-wise and Railway Zone-wise vacancy distribution is provided in Annexure-B of the official notification.
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Indicative Notice in Employment News | 12 September 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 October 2026 (23:59 Hours) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 16 October 2026 |
| Application Modification Window | 17 October 2026 to 26 October 2026 |
| Scribe Details Submission | 27 October 2026 to 31 October 2026 |
The online application window will remain open from 15 September 2026 to 14 October 2026.
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfil the required educational qualification, age limit and medical standards for the respective post. The detailed post-wise qualifications are mentioned in Annexure-A (Post Parameters) of the notification
Nursing Superintendent
- B.Sc Nursing or equivalent qualification.
- OR Registered Nurse and Midwife with Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery.
Dialysis Technician
- Degree/Diploma qualification in relevant Dialysis Technology discipline as prescribed.
Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II
- Required qualification in relevant Health Inspector/Environmental Health discipline.
Pharmacist (Entry Grade)
- 10+2 with Science stream.
- Diploma in Pharmacy from recognised institute.
- Registration as Pharmacist under Pharmacy Act.
Radiographer X-Ray Technician
- 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry.
- Diploma in Radiography/X-Ray Technician course.
RRB Paramedical Age Limit 2026
| Post | Age Limit |
| Nursing Superintendent | 20 to 40 Years |
| Dialysis Technician | 20 to 33 Years |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II | 18 to 33 Years |
| Audiologist & Speech Therapist | 21 to 30 Years |
| Pharmacist | 20 to 35 Years |
| Radiographer X-Ray Technician | 19 to 33 Years |
| ECG Technician | 18 to 33 Years |
| Optometrist | 18 to 33 Years |
| Lab Assistant Grade II | 18 to 33 Years |
RRB Paramedical Application Fee 2026
| Category | Fee |
| All Candidates | Rs. 500/- |
| SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minorities and EBC Candidates | Rs. 250/- |
Candidates appearing in CBT will receive a refund after deduction of applicable bank charges.
RRB Paramedical Selection Process 2026
The recruitment process will consist of the following stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
- Final Empanelment
Shortlisting for Document Verification and Medical Examination will be done based on CBT merit. Normalisation of marks will be applied for CBT conducted in multiple shifts.
RRB Paramedical Exam Pattern 2026
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Question Type | Objective Multiple Choice Questions |
| Negative Marking | 1/3 mark for every wrong answer |
Negative marking of 1/3 mark will be applicable for each wrong answer in CBT.
How to Apply for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official RRB website.
- Create an account on the RRB application portal.
- Select CEN No. 05/2026 Paramedical Categories.
- Choose one RRB and fill Railway Zone/post preferences.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload required documents, photograph and signature.
- Pay the examination fee.
- Submit the application form before the last date.
Candidates can choose only one RRB while applying for this recruitment.
Important Documents Required
- Educational Qualification Certificates
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Identity Proof
- Photograph
- Signature
- Medical/Registration Certificates wherever required
Important Instructions
- Candidates must ensure eligibility before applying.
- Multiple applications will lead to rejection.
- Applicants should keep their registered mobile number and email active.
- Only official RRB websites should be used for updates.
- Medical fitness is mandatory for appointment.
