RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 – CEN 05/2026 for 590 Posts
Railway Recruitment Boards have announced recruitment for various Paramedical Categories across Indian Railways. Check vacancies, eligibility, age limit, salary, application fee, CBT selection process, important dates and online application procedure.
⏳ Application Deadline Countdown
🚆 RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, have issued Centralised Employment Notice CEN No. 05/2026 for recruitment to various Paramedical Categories.
The detailed recruitment covers 590 provisional vacancies across nine categories. The application process is online through the RRB application portal.
Candidates must carefully check the post-specific educational qualification, age, medical standard and RRB/railway-zone vacancy details before applying.
📊 RRB Paramedical Vacancy Details 2026
| Cat. No. | Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Level | Initial Pay | Age | Medical |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nursing Superintendent | 365 | Level 7 | ₹44,900 | 20–40 | C1 |
| 2 | Dialysis Technician | 1 | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | 20–33 | B1 |
| 3 | Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II | 43 | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | 18–33 | C1 |
| 4 | Audiologist & Speech Therapist | 1 | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | 21–30 | B1 |
| 5 | Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | 118 | Level 5 | ₹29,200 | 20–35 | C2 |
| 6 | Radiographer X-Ray Technician | 25 | Level 5 | ₹29,200 | 19–33 | B1 |
| 7 | ECG Technician | 4 | Level 4 | ₹25,500 | 18–33 | C1 |
| 8 | Optometrist | 2 | Level 4 | ₹25,500 | 18–33 | B1 |
| 9 | Lab Assistant Grade II | 31 | Level 3 | ₹21,700 | 18–33 | B1 |
| Total | 590 | Level 3 to Level 7 | ||||
👩⚕️ Nursing Superintendent
🩺 Dialysis Technician
🦟 Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II
🗣️ Audiologist & Speech Therapist
💊 Pharmacist (Entry Grade)
🩻 Radiographer X-Ray Technician
❤️ ECG Technician
👁️ Optometrist
🔬 Lab Assistant Grade II
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date / Time |
|---|---|
| Indicative Notice | 12 September 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 15 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 October 2026, 23:59 Hours |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 16 October 2026 |
| Modification Window | 17 October – 26 October 2026 |
| Scribe Details Window | 27 October – 31 October 2026 |
| CBT Date | To be announced separately |
🎓 Educational Qualification
👩⚕️ 1. Nursing Superintendent
Registered Nurse and Midwife with a 3-year General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) course from an institution recognised by the Indian Nursing Council, or B.Sc Nursing, subject to the conditions in the notification.
🩺 2. Dialysis Technician
B.Sc qualification plus Diploma in Haemodialysis OR prescribed satisfactory in-house training/experience in haemodialysis. Equivalent prescribed qualifications may also apply.
🦟 3. Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II
B.Sc with Chemistry as a main or optional subject, plus the prescribed one-year Diploma in Health/Sanitary Inspector or National Trade Certificate in Health Sanitary Inspector from the prescribed authority.
🗣️ 4. Audiologist & Speech Therapist
Bachelor in Audiology and Speech Language Pathology (BASLP) from a recognised university with registration with the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI), as prescribed.
💊 5. Pharmacist (Entry Grade)
Bachelor Degree in Pharmacy (Allopathic) from a recognised university/institute or Doctor of Pharmacy, together with the prescribed registration as a Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act, 1948.
🩻 6. Radiographer X-Ray Technician
10+2 with Physics and Chemistry plus the prescribed two-year Diploma in Radiography / X-Ray Technician / Radiodiagnosis Technology from a recognised institute, including other qualifications accepted by the notification.
❤️ 7. ECG Technician
10+2 / Graduation in Science with the prescribed Certificate, Diploma or Degree in ECG Laboratory Technology / Cardiology / Cardiology Technician / Cardiology Techniques, with the prescribed duration.
👁️ 8. Optometrist
B.Sc in Optometry OR prescribed Diploma in Ophthalmic Technician of 3–4 years duration, with registration with the concerned council/licensing body as required.
🔬 9. Lab Assistant Grade II
10+2 in Science plus Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) or the prescribed equivalent Medical Laboratory Technology certificate course. B.Sc Medical Laboratory Technology is also covered subject to notification conditions.
🎂 Age Limit
The age is reckoned as on 01 January 2027. The basic post-wise age bands range from 18 to 40 years.
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Nursing Superintendent | 20–40 years |
| Dialysis Technician | 20–33 years |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II | 18–33 years |
| Audiologist & Speech Therapist | 21–30 years |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | 20–35 years |
| Radiographer X-Ray Technician | 19–33 years |
| ECG Technician | 18–33 years |
| Optometrist | 18–33 years |
| Lab Assistant Grade II | 18–33 years |
Age relaxation is available to eligible categories under the applicable Railway/Central Government rules. Candidates should check the exact relaxation applicable to their category in CEN 05/2026.
💰 Salary, Pay Scale & Career Benefits
The posts are placed in different levels of the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix. The notification specifies initial basic pay; actual monthly gross/in-hand salary will depend on applicable allowances, posting, deductions and service rules.
| Pay Level | Posts | Initial Basic Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Level 7 | Nursing Superintendent | ₹44,900 |
| Level 6 | Dialysis Technician; Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II; Audiologist & Speech Therapist | ₹35,400 |
| Level 5 | Pharmacist; Radiographer X-Ray Technician | ₹29,200 |
| Level 4 | ECG Technician; Optometrist | ₹25,500 |
| Level 3 | Lab Assistant Grade II | ₹21,700 |
🎁 Benefits
- 7th CPC Pay Matrix based salary.
- Applicable Dearness Allowance and other admissible allowances.
- Railway service benefits as applicable to the post and rules.
- Leave and other service benefits according to applicable Railway rules.
- Career progression through applicable service/departmental rules.
- Posting and transfer are governed by Railway administrative requirements.
📈 Promotion & Career Growth
These are Railway paramedical recruitment posts with defined pay levels. Career progression is governed by the applicable Railway establishment, cadre and promotion rules.
Promotion should not be presented as an automatic fixed-time promotion. Actual advancement can depend on the applicable cadre structure, vacancies, seniority, qualifying requirements and departmental rules.
📝 Recruitment Type & Selection Method
Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination
Candidates should not confuse this recruitment with a walk-in interview or interview-only recruitment.
💻 CBT Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Ability | 70 | 70 |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| General Arithmetic, General Intelligence & Reasoning | 10 | 10 |
| General Science | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- CBT: 100 objective questions.
- Total: 100 marks.
- Normal duration: 90 minutes.
- Eligible PwBD candidates using scribe facility: applicable extended time.
- Negative marking: 1/3 mark for each wrong answer.
💳 Application Fee
| Candidate Category | Fee | Refund After Appearing in CBT |
|---|---|---|
| All other candidates | ₹500 | ₹400, after applicable bank charges |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minorities / EBC | ₹250 | ₹250, after applicable bank charges |
Fee payment is through the online payment facilities made available by the RRB application system.
📍 Posting Location
The vacancies are distributed among participating Railway Recruitment Boards and Railway Zones/Production Units.
Therefore, this should not be described as a single-city job. The exact Railway Zone/unit and category-wise vacancy distribution must be checked in Annexure B of CEN 05/2026 before selecting the RRB and preferences.
📝 How to Apply Online – Step-by-Step Guide
Open the official application portal
Visit the official RRB application portal:
https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/
Create / use your RRB account
Complete the required registration/account process using your genuine personal details. Keep your registered mobile number and email accessible.
Select CEN 05/2026
Locate CEN 05/2026 – Paramedical Categories and carefully read the notification before proceeding.
Choose your RRB carefully
Candidates should follow the notification's rule concerning the number of RRB applications permitted. Do not submit duplicate applications to different RRBs.
Enter personal and educational details
Enter your name, date of birth, category, communication details, educational qualifications, professional registration details and other information exactly as shown in your certificates.
Select eligible post and preferences
Select only posts for which you actually satisfy the prescribed educational, age and other eligibility conditions.
Upload required information/documents
Upload the photograph, signature and other documents/details requested by the application portal in the prescribed format.
Pay the applicable examination fee
Pay ₹500 or ₹250 as applicable to your category and recruitment rules. Keep the payment confirmation safely.
Preview before final submission
Check spelling, date of birth, category, qualification, registration details, post preferences and uploaded information before submitting.
Submit and save the application
Complete final submission and save/download the application confirmation for future reference.
📂 Documents / Information to Keep Ready
- Valid mobile number and email ID.
- 10th/Matriculation certificate or equivalent proof of date of birth.
- Post-specific educational qualification certificate.
- Professional registration certificate where applicable.
- Category certificate where applicable.
- PwBD certificate where applicable.
- Ex-servicemen documents where applicable.
- Recent photograph and signature as per portal requirements.
- Valid identification/document details requested by the portal.
- Bank/payment details as required for fee/refund processing.
⚠️ Important Instructions for Applicants
- Read the complete CEN 05/2026 before applying.
- Check the exact post-specific qualification.
- Check your age as on 01 January 2027.
- Check the required medical standard.
- Do not submit multiple applications contrary to the CEN rules.
- Do not wait until the final hours to submit the application.
- Save your registration/application details.
- Check the official RRB portal for corrigenda and later notices.
🚨 Fraud Warning
- Do not pay unofficial agents promising selection.
- Do not share OTPs or passwords with anyone.
- Do not purchase fake appointment letters.
- Do not trust unofficial payment links.
- Verify recruitment changes directly from RRB.
- Use only the official RRB application portal for submission.
🔗 Important Official Links
If an official PDF or portal page changes, always use the latest link published by the Railway Recruitment Boards.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are announced in RRB CEN 05/2026?
The detailed recruitment reports 590 provisional vacancies across nine Paramedical Categories.
What is the last date to apply?
The online application closing date is 14 October 2026 at 23:59 hours.
Is RRB CEN 05/2026 a contract job?
The recruitment is an open-market Railway recruitment for the notified Paramedical Categories. It should not be described as a temporary contract or deputation recruitment.
Is there a written examination?
Yes. Selection includes a Computer Based Test followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination.
Is there an interview?
The standard selection route does not list a separate regular interview stage. Candidates should follow the exact selection provisions in CEN 05/2026 and later official notices.
What is the highest initial basic pay?
Nursing Superintendent is listed at Pay Level 7 with an initial basic pay of ₹44,900.
What is the lowest initial basic pay?
Lab Assistant Grade II is listed at Pay Level 3 with an initial basic pay of ₹21,700.
Can I apply to multiple RRBs?
Candidates must follow the one-RRB/application restriction in the detailed CEN. Multiple applications contrary to the CEN rules can lead to rejection.
When will the CBT be conducted?
The CBT schedule is to be communicated separately by the Railway Recruitment Boards.
Where will selected candidates be posted?
Posting is linked to the Railway Zone/unit against which the candidate is selected. The exact vacancy distribution should be checked in the official Annexure B.
Can final-year candidates apply?
Candidates must satisfy the prescribed qualification conditions by the closing date. Check CEN 05/2026 for the exact qualification cut-off requirement.
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