The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released the RRB Paramedical Exam Date 2026 for candidates who applied under Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 05/2026. According to the examination schedule notice dated 18 October 2026, the Computer-Based Test (CBT) is scheduled to be conducted on 23 November and 25 November 2026. Candidates can check the exam schedule, exam city intimation slip, e-call letter updates and important examination-day instructions below.
RRB Paramedical CBT Schedule Notice 2026 PDF
The RRB Paramedical Exam 2026 is scheduled to be conducted tentatively on 23 and 25 November 2026 under CEN 05/2026. Candidates should regularly visit their respective regional Railway Recruitment Board websites for confirmation of the exam schedule, city intimation slip and admit card release dates.
RRB Paramedical Exam Date 2026: Overview
The RRB Paramedical CBT 2026 is scheduled for 23 and 25 November 2026. The Railway Recruitment Boards have advised candidates to check their respective RRB websites for the exam city and date intimation link and e-call letter updates.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Authority | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Exam Name | RRB Paramedical CBT 2026 |
| Advertisement Number | CEN 05/2026 |
| Official Notice Date | 18 October 2026 |
| Exam Dates | 23 and 25 November 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam City and Date Intimation | Around 10 days before the exam |
| E-Call Letter | Around 4 days before the exam date |
| Official Website | rrb.indianrailways.gov.in |
RRB Paramedical Notification 2026 PDF: Download Link
The RRB Paramedical Notification 2026 explains the post-wise vacancies, educational qualifications, age limits, application process, examination scheme, medical standards and pay levels. Candidates can use the links below to access the English and Hindi PDFs.
| Language | Official Notification PDF |
|---|---|
| English | RRB Paramedical Official Notification 2026 English PDF |
| Hindi | RRB Paramedical Official Notification 2026 Hindi PDF |
RRB Paramedical Exam Date 2026: Important Dates
Candidates can refer to the table below for the important dates related to the application process and other recruitment activities.
| Important Dates | |
|---|---|
| Date of Indicative Notice in Employment News | 12 September 2026 |
| Opening date of Online Application | 15 September 2026 |
| Closing Date for Submission of Online Application | 14 October 2026 (23:59 hours) (Today) |
| Last Date for Application Fee Payment | 16 October 2026 |
| Modification Window for Corrections in Application Form | 17 October 2026 to 26 October 2026 |
| Scribe Details Submission Window | 27 October 2026 to 31 October 2026 |
| Exam Dates | 23 November and 25 November 2026 |
RRB Paramedical Vacancy 2026: Post-Wise Details
| Post Wise | Post Number |
| Nursing Superintendent | 365 |
| Dialysis Technician | 01 |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Gr II | 43 |
| Audiologist & Speech Therapist | 01 |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | 118 |
| Radiographer X-Ray Technician | 25 |
| ECG Technician | 04 |
| Optometrist | 02 |
| Lab Assistant Gr. II | 31 |
| Total Posts | 590 |
RRB Nursing Superintendent Vacancy 2026: Category Wise
| RRB | Railway Zone/PU | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bengaluru | SWR | 4 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 9 |
| Bhopal | WCR | 9 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 15 |
| Bhubaneswar | ECoR | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Bilaspur | CR | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| Bilaspur | SECR | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| Chennai | SR | 7 | 8 | 3 | 8 | 1 | 27 |
| Gorakhpur | NER | 11 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 24 |
| Guwahati | NFR | 8 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 18 |
| Jammu-Srinagar | NR | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Jammu-Srinagar | RCF | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Kolkata | ER | 8 | 13 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 40 |
| Kolkata | METRO | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Kolkata | SER | 16 | 7 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 33 |
| Malda | ER | 6 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 14 |
| Malda | SER | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Mumbai | CR | 13 | 8 | 1 | 8 | 3 | 33 |
| Muzaffarpur | ECR | 6 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 15 |
| Patna | ECR | 1 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 9 |
| Patna | RWP | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Prayagraj | BLW | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 |
| Prayagraj | NCR | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| Prayagraj | NR | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Ranchi | ECR | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 9 |
| Ranchi | SER | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Secunderabad | SCR | 15 | 4 | 5 | 11 | 5 | 40 |
| Secunderabad | SCoR | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 13 |
| Siliguri | NFR | 7 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 16 |
| Total Vacancies | 365 | ||||||
RRB Dialysis Technician Vacancy 2026: Category Wise
| RRB | Railway Zone/PU | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chennai | SR | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |
RRB Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II Vacancy 2026: Category Wise
| RRB | Railway Zone/PU | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bengaluru | SWR | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Bilaspur | CR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Chennai | SR | 4 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 14 |
| Gorakhpur | NER | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Guwahati | NFR | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Kolkata | CLW | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Kolkata | ER | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| Malda | ER | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Mumbai | CR | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Patna | ECR | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Secunderabad | SCR | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Siliguri | NFR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 19 | 7 | 6 | 10 | 1 | 43 | |
RRB Audiologist & Speech Therapist Vacancy 2026: Category Wise
| RRB | Railway Zone/PU | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chandigarh | NR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
RRB Pharmacist Vacancy 2026: Category Wise
| RRB | Railway Zone/PU | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | WR | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Ajmer | NWR | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Bengaluru | SWR | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| Bhopal | WCR | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Bhubaneswar | ECoR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Bilaspur | CR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Bilaspur | SECR | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Chandigarh | NR | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Chennai | SR | 5 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 15 |
| Gorakhpur | NER | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| Guwahati | NFR | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 |
| Jammu-Srinagar | RCF | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Kolkata | CLW | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Kolkata | ER | 5 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
| Malda | ER | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| Malda | SER | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Mumbai | CR | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 12 |
| Muzaffarpur | ECR | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Patna | ECR | 0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| Prayagraj | BLW | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Prayagraj | NCR | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Prayagraj | NR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Ranchi | ECR | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Ranchi | SER | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Secunderabad | SCR | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 |
| Siliguri | NFR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Total | 54 | 19 | 21 | 15 | 9 | 118 |
RRB Radiographer X Ray Technician Vacancy 2026: Category Wise
| RRB | Railway Zone/PU | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ajmer | NWR | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Bengaluru | SWR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Bhopal | WCR | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Bilaspur | SECR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Chennai | SR | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Gorakhpur | MCF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Kolkata | ER | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Kolkata | SER | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Mumbai | CR | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Patna | ECR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Prayagraj | BLW | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Secunderabad | SCR | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| Total | 15 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 25 | |
RRB ECG Technician Vacancy 2026: Category Wise
| RRB | Railway Zone/PU | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | WR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Chennai | SR | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Guwahati | NFR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Jammu-Srinagar | RCF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | |
RRB Optometrist Vacancy 2026: Category Wise
| RRB | Railway Zone/PU | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patna | ECR | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Total | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
RRB Lab Assistant Grade II Vacancy 2026: Category Wise
| RRB | Railway Zone/PU | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | WR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Ajmer | NWR | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Bhopal | WCR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Bilaspur | SECR | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Chennai | SR | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| Gorakhpur | MCF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Guwahati | NFR | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Kolkata | ER | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Mumbai | CR | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Patna | ECR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Prayagraj | BLW | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Prayagraj | NCR | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| Secunderabad | SCR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| Total | 18 | 3 | 0 | 8 | 2 | 31 | |
Candidates interested in railway paramedical jobs should check the RRB Paramedical Salary 2026 to understand the post-wise basic pay, allowances, benefits and career growth opportunities. The salary varies according to the post and pay level under the 7th Pay Commission.
RRB Paramedical Apply Online 2026 Link
The online application process for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 under CEN 05/2026 closed on 14 October 2026. Candidates can no longer submit new applications, and the application fee payment deadline of 16 October 2026 has also passed. The application modification window was scheduled from 17 to 26 October 2026. Candidates should now check the official RRB portal for updates regarding the upcoming CBT scheduled for 23 and 25 November 2026.
RRB Paramedical Application Fee 2026
Candidates must pay the applicable fee to complete the application process. The fee amount depends on the candidate’s category, and the refund shown below is subject to appearing in the CBT and applicable bank charges.
| Category | Application Fee | Refund for Appearing in CBT |
| All candidates (except categories below) | ₹500/- | ₹400/- (after bank charges) |
| SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minorities, EBC | ₹250/- | ₹250/- (after bank charges) |
| Payment Mode | Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card / Mobile Wallet | |
How to Fill RRB Application Form Online?
Candidates can follow these steps to submit the RRB Paramedical application form online:
- Visit rrbapply.gov.in and register.
- Log in using the registered credentials.
- Select the relevant RRB recruitment and post.
- Fill in the required personal and educational details.
- Upload the required photograph, signature, and documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Check all details and submit the form.
- Download and save the confirmation page and fee receipt.
RRB Paramedical Eligibility
The eligibility requirements vary by post. Candidates must possess the prescribed educational qualification and fall within the specified age limit as mentioned for their selected post.
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
| Nursing Superintendent | 3-year General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) course from an Indian Nursing Council-recognized institution or B.Sc. Nursing with Registration as Nurse and Midwife. | 20-40 years |
| Dialysis Technician | B.Sc. with Diploma in Haemodialysis or two years of training/experience in Haemodialysis from a reputed institution. | 20-33 years |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Grade III | B.Sc. with Chemistry as the main/optional subject plus a one-year Diploma in Health/Sanitary Inspector or NTC in Health Sanitary Inspector. | 18-33 years |
| Audiologist & Speech Therapist | Bachelor in Audiology, Speech Language Pathology (BASLP) from a recognized university and must be registered with Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) | 21-30 years |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | 10+2 (Science) with Diploma in Pharmacy and registration under the Pharmacy Act, 1948 or Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm). | 20-35 years |
| Radiographer/X-Ray Technician | 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry and a 2-year Diploma in Radiography/X-Ray Technician/Radio Diagnosis Technology. Science graduates with the diploma will be preferred. | 19-33 years |
| ECG Technician | 10+2 or Graduation in Science with Certificate/Diploma/Degree in ECG Laboratory Technology/Cardiology/Cardiology Technician/Cardiology Techniques. | 18-33 years |
| Optometrist | B.Sc. in Optometry or Diploma in Ophthalmic Technician ( the course should be of 3 to 4 years duration). The candidates should have registration with the concerned Council/Licensing body. | 18-33 years |
| Laboratory Assistant Grade II | 10+2 (Science) with Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) or an equivalent Certificate Course in Medical Laboratory Technology. | 18-33 years |
RRB Eligibility Criteria For People With LASIK Surgery
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has issued a corrigendum revising the eligibility criteria for the Railway Paramedical Vacancy 2026. As per the updated notification, candidates who have undergone LASIK surgery or any other surgical procedure may also be considered eligible, provided they fulfil the prescribed medical standards and other eligibility requirements provided in the table below.
| Eligibility Criteria for People with LASIK Surgery | |
|---|---|
| Condition | Details |
| Zero Complications | No complications from the LASIK surgery should be observed. |
| Duration of Surgery | Surgery must have been performed at least one year prior. |
| Medical Certificate | It must be substantiated by a medical certificate from the specialist who performed the surgery. |
| Residual Corneal Thickness | Post-LASIK residual corneal thickness should be no less than 425 microns. |
| Visual Acuity | Must meet the standards as per Para 512(1)(A) of the IRMM, Vol. I, Third Edition 2000. |
| Fundus Condition | The fundus must be normal, with no evidence of progressive eye disease. |
RRB Paramedical Medical Standards 2026
Candidates shortlisted for final appointment are required to appear for and qualify the mandatory Medical Fitness Test conducted by the Railway Administration. The test assesses whether candidates meet the prescribed medical and physical fitness requirements necessary to perform their duties effectively. The post-wise medical and visual standards as specified under the Indian Railway Medical Manual (IRMM) are given in the table below.
| Medical Category | General Fitness & Visual Standards | Applicable Paramedical Posts |
|---|---|---|
| B-1 | General Fitness: Physically fit in all respects.
Distant Vision: 6/9, 6/12 with or without glasses (lens power not to exceed 4D). Near Vision: Sn 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses. Must pass tests for Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Night Vision, and Mesopic Vision. |
Dietitian, Dental Hygienist, Dialysis Technician, Extension Educator, Perfusionist, Physiotherapist, Radiographer, Speech Therapist |
| C-1 | General Fitness: Physically fit in all respects.
Distant Vision: 6/12, 6/18 with or without glasses. Near Vision: Sn 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses when reading or close work is required. |
Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist, Health & Malaria Inspector, Optometrist, ECG Technician, Lady Health Visitor, Lab Assistant Grade II |
| C-2 | General Fitness: Physically fit in all respects.
Distant Vision: 6/12, NIL with or without glasses. Near Vision: Sn 0.6 combined with or without glasses for close work. |
Specific administrative/clerical support posts in medical departments |
RRB Paramedical Selection Process
The selection process listed for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 comprises a Computer-Based Test (CBT), Document Verification and Medical Fitness Test. Final appointment is subject to fulfilling the prescribed eligibility and medical standards.
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Fitness Test
- Final Merit List
Candidates should also review the RRB Paramedical Cut Off 2026 to understand previous cutoff trends and category-wise qualifying scores. These marks can help candidates assess the competition and set a realistic target for their preparation.
RRB Paramedical Exam Pattern 2026
According to the supplied exam-pattern details, the CBT consists of 100 objective questions for 100 marks. The standard duration is 90 minutes; eligible PwBD candidates using a scribe are allotted 120 minutes. One-third of a mark is deducted for each incorrect answer.
| RRB Paramedical Exam Pattern |
||
|---|---|---|
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks Allotted |
| Professional Ability | 70 | 70 |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| General Arithmetic, General Intelligence and Reasoning | 10 | 10 |
| General Science | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Candidates can practise RRB Paramedical Previous Year Question Papers to understand the question pattern, difficulty level and important topics. Solving these papers under timed conditions can also help improve speed and accuracy.
RRB Nursing Superintendent Syllabus 2026
The Nursing Superintendent CBT syllabus includes Professional Ability (nursing subjects), General Awareness, General Arithmetic, General Intelligence and Reasoning, and General Science. The topics listed below are from the supplied article.
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| Professional Ability – Nursing | Anatomy, Physiology, Nutrition, Biochemistry, Nursing Foundations, Psychology, Microbiology, Sociology, Pharmacology, Pathology, Genetics, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Community Health Nursing, Child Health Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Midwifery and Obstetrical Nursing, Nursing Research & Statistics, Management of Nursing Services and Education |
| General Arithmetic | Number System, Decimals, Fractions, LCM & HCF, Ratio, Percentage, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Interest, Profit & Loss, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Statistics, Age, Calendar, Clock, Pipes & Cistern |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | Analogies, Series, Coding-Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Relationships, Syllogism, Venn Diagram, Data Interpretation, Conclusions, Similarities & Differences, Analytical Reasoning, Classification, Directions, Statement-Arguments and Assumptions |
| General Awareness | Current Affairs, Indian Geography, Culture and History, Freedom Struggle, Polity and Constitution, Economy, Environment, Sports, Scientific and Technological Developments |
| General Science | Physics, Chemistry and Life Sciences up to 10th Standard CBSE level |
Candidates preparing for the recruitment exam should check the RRB Paramedical Syllabus 2026 to understand the subjects, important topics and exam pattern. It will help them plan their preparation according to the post they have applied for.
What are the RRB Paramedical Salary?
RRB Paramedical posts carry pay under the 7th Central Pay Commission. The initial basic pay depends on the post and pay level; the supplied draft lists the pay levels below. Allowances and deductions are separate and depend on applicable rules.
| Post Name | Pay Level |
| Dialysis Technician | Level 6 |
| ECG Technician | Level 4 |
| Lab Assistant Grade II | Level 3 |
| Nursing Superintendent | Level 7 |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | Level 5 |
| Radiographer X-ray Technician | Level 5 |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II | Level 6 |
| Optometrist | Level 4 |
| Audiologist & Speech Therapist | Level 6 |
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