The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have opened the RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2026, a central government hiring drive for 590 posts across nursing, pharmacy, radiography and other allied-health categories. According to the published information, this recruitment is being conducted under Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 05/2026, and candidates must submit the online application form on the official RRB portals before 14 October 2026.
Medical-qualified candidates rarely get a dedicated RRB intake, so this drive is worth a close look. For a wider view of this year’s railway hiring, see the RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026 for 3,548 posts, and for other open railway vacancies, the RRB NTPC Inter Level 07/2026 drive for 1,688 posts. Verify every detail below against the official notification before applying.
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RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB), Indian Railways |
| Advertisement No. | CEN 05/2026 |
| Post Names | Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist (Entry Grade), Health & Malaria Inspector Gr II, Lab Assistant Gr II, Radiographer (X-Ray Technician), ECG Technician, Optometrist, Audiologist & Speech Therapist, Dialysis Technician |
| Total Vacancies | 590 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 October 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 16 October 2026 |
| Correction Window | 17 – 26 October 2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | To be notified later |
| Age Limit | 18 – 40 years as on 01/01/2027 (post-wise limits apply) |
| Job Location | All India (Railway zones / units) |
| Official Website | rrb.indianrailways.gov.in |
RRB Paramedical Important Dates 2026
| Online Application Start | 15 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 16 October 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 17 – 26 October 2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | To be notified later |
| Admit Card | Before the exam |
| Result Date | To be updated on the official site |
RRB Paramedical Vacancy 2026 – 590 Posts
| Post Name | Vacancies | Age Range (as on 01/01/2027) |
| Nursing Superintendent | 365 | 20 – 40 years |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | 118 | 20 – 35 years |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Grade-II | 43 | 18 – 33 years |
| Lab Assistant Grade-II | 31 | 18 – 33 years |
| Radiographer (X-Ray Technician) | 25 | 19 – 33 years |
| ECG Technician | 4 | 18 – 33 years |
| Optometrist | 2 | 18 – 33 years |
| Audiologist & Speech Therapist | 1 | 21 – 30 years |
| Dialysis Technician | 1 | 20 – 33 years |
| Total | 590 | 18 – 40 years overall |
Eligibility Criteria for RRB Paramedical Staff 2026
Educational qualifications vary post-wise. Candidates should read the detailed CEN 05/2026 notification carefully before filling the form. The post-wise criteria, in brief:
- Nursing Superintendent: Registered Nurse and Midwife with a 3-year course in General Nursing and Midwifery from a school of nursing or institution recognised by the Indian Nursing Council, OR B.Sc Nursing. Concession-holders under INC norms are also eligible.
- Pharmacist (Entry Grade): Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy (Allopathic) or Doctor of Pharmacy from a recognised university/institute, with registration as a Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act, 1948.
- Health & Malaria Inspector Gr II: B.Sc with Chemistry as a main or optional subject, plus a one-year Diploma in Health/Sanitary Inspection or a one-year NTC in Health Sanitary Inspector from NCVT.
- Lab Assistant Gr II: 10+2 in Science with a Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) of at least one year’s full-time duration, or B.Sc in Medical Lab Technology.
- Radiographer (X-Ray Technician): 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry plus a two-year Diploma in Radiography / X-Ray Technician / Radiodiagnosis Technology; B.Sc radiography and medical imaging streams also accepted.
- ECG Technician: 10+2 or graduation in Science with a certificate/diploma/degree in ECG Laboratory Technology or Cardiology Technology of at least one year’s duration.
- Optometrist: B.Sc in Optometry or a 3–4 year Diploma in Ophthalmic Technology, with registration with the concerned council/licensing body.
- Audiologist & Speech Therapist: Bachelor’s degree in Audiology and Speech Language Pathology (BASLP) from a recognised university, registered with the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI).
- Dialysis Technician: B.Sc with a Diploma in Haemodialysis, or two years of satisfactory in-house haemodialysis experience in a reputed institution (proof to be attached).
RRB Paramedical Age Limit 2026
The overall age range is 18 to 40 years as on 1 January 2027, with post-wise limits as shown in the vacancy table above. RRB provides age relaxation for reserved categories as per its regulations — check the official notification for the exact relaxation chart.
RRB Paramedical Application Fee 2026
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / EBC | ₹250 |
| All Category Female Candidates | ₹250 |
| Refund after appearing in Stage-I CBT | ₹400 (General / OBC / EWS); ₹250 (other candidates) to the bank account |
| Payment Mode | Debit card, credit card, net banking, IMPS, cash card / mobile wallet |
RRB Paramedical Selection Process 2026
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2026: Salary / Pay Scale
The published short notification does not list post-wise pay levels. Salary will be as per the 7th CPC pay matrix for the grade pay attached to each post. Candidates should verify the exact pay level in the detailed CEN 05/2026 notification on rrb.indianrailways.gov.in.
How to Apply for RRB Paramedical Staff 2026
- Read the official CEN 05/2026 notification on rrb.indianrailways.gov.in before filling the form.
- Open the “Apply Online” link for CEN 05/2026 on the RRB application portal (rrbapply.gov.in).
- Register with a valid mobile number and email ID, then complete personal, educational and post-preference details.
- Upload the photograph and signature in the prescribed format and pay the application fee online by 16 October 2026.
- Submit the form before 14 October 2026 and use the 17–26 October correction window for any fixes.
RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2026: Documents to Keep Ready
- 10th / 12th / degree mark sheets and certificates (post-wise qualification)
- Nursing / pharmacy council registration certificates (where applicable)
- Caste / category certificate (where applicable)
- Aadhaar card or other identity proof
- Passport-size photograph and signature (portal format)
Important Links for RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2026
- Apply Online — RRB application portal at rrbapply.gov.in (15 Sep – 14 Oct 2026)
- RRB Official Website — rrb.indianrailways.gov.in
- Official Notification — CEN 05/2026 on rrb.indianrailways.gov.in
RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2026 FAQs
How many vacancies are there in RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2026?
590 posts in total under CEN 05/2026, including 365 Nursing Superintendent and 118 Pharmacist (Entry Grade) posts.
What is the last date to apply for RRB Paramedical Staff 2026?
14 October 2026 is the last date for online application; the fee must be paid by 16 October 2026 and corrections can be made from 17 to 26 October 2026.
What is the qualification for RRB Nursing Superintendent?
Certificate as Registered Nurse and Midwife with a 3-year General Nursing and Midwifery course from an INC-recognised institution, or B.Sc Nursing. The age limit is 20 to 40 years.
What is the age limit for RRB Paramedical Staff 2026?
18 to 40 years as on 1 January 2027, with post-wise limits (for example 20–35 for Pharmacist and 18–33 for Health & Malaria Inspector) and relaxation as per RRB rules.
What is the application fee for RRB Paramedical 2026?
₹500 for General/OBC/EWS and ₹250 for SC/ST/EBC and all-category female candidates. After appearing in the Stage-I exam, ₹400 (General/OBC/EWS) or ₹250 (others) is refunded to the bank account.
What is the selection process for RRB Paramedical Staff?
Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by document verification and a medical examination.
When will the RRB Paramedical 2026 exam be held?
The exam date has not been announced yet; the official site says it will be notified later. Admit cards will be released before the exam.
Disclaimer: A2Z Sarkari Exam is a private, unofficial information portal. Please verify all details in the official notification (CEN 05/2026) on rrb.indianrailways.gov.in before applying.
