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RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 Out, Apply Online Starts For 590 Posts

The RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 notification has been released for 590 vacancies across posts such as Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist, Radiographer, Lab Assistant, and ECG Technician. The online application process started on 15 September 2026, and eligible candidates can apply through rrbapply.gov.in until 14 October 2026.

Railway Paramedical Notification 2026 PDF: Download Link

The RRB Paramedical Vacancy 2026 Notification contains complete details about the vacancies, eligibility criteria, application process, important dates, exam pattern, syllabus, salary and selection process. Candidates can download the Notification PDF from the links below.

Language Official Notification PDF
English RRB Paramedical Official Notification 2026 English PDF
Hindi RRB Paramedical Official Notification 2026 Hindi PDF

RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 Out

To apply for the RRB Paramedical Staff posts, candidates must fulfil the required educational qualifications and age limit. The selection process will be conducted in different stages, including the Computer-Based Test (CBT), Document Verification (DV), and Medical Examination.

RRB Paramedical Exam 2026: Key Highlights
Recruitment Organisation Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Post Name Various Posts of Paramedical Categories
Advt. CEN/05/2026
Cateogory Notification
Educational Qualifications Posts Wise
Age Limit Posts Wise
Selection Process CBT, Document Verification, Medical Test, Final Merit List
Salary ₹21,700 – ₹44,900 (as per post & pay level)
Official Website rrbapply.gov.in, rrb.indianrailways.gov.in

RRB Railway Paramedical Exam 2026 – Important Dates

From the below table aspirants can make the preparation strategies. Because every important dates of the Paramedical exam is mentioned separately.

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)
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

RRB Paramedical Vacancy 2026: Post Wise Details

The RRB has announced 590 vacancies across 9 Paramedical categories under the RRB Paramedical Recruitment. Through the following table, candidates can check the post-wise vacancy details and apply accordingly.
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

4 October 2026. After that, no applications will be accepted on the official portal at rrbapply.gov.in

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

RRB Paramedical Apply Online 2026 Link

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) activated the online application link for RRB Paramedical Recruitment on 15 September 2026. Eligible candidates looking for posts such as Nursing Superintendent, RRB Pharmacist, Health & Malaria Inspector, Lab Assistant, and Radiographer can submit their application forms online through the official RRB application portal at rrbapply.gov.in.

The application fee can be paid till 16 October 2026, while the modification window will remain open from 17 to 26 October 2026.

RRB Paramedical Application Fee 2026

The application fee is mandatory for every aspirant who will apply for the Paramedical posts on the official RRB portal. Without this, the application form will be rejected at any level.

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 must complete the RRB application process carefully to avoid errors or rejection. The application can be submitted online by following these steps

  • Visit the Official Website: Go to the official RRB application portal at rrbapply.gov.in.
  • Complete Registration: Create an account by entering the required personal and contact details.
  • Log In: Use the registered login credentials to access the application form.
  • Select the Recruitment: Choose the relevant RRB recruitment and the post for which you are eligible.
  • Fill in Details: Enter personal, educational, communication and other required information correctly.
  • Upload Documents: Upload the photograph, signature and other documents in the prescribed format and size.
  • Pay the Application Fee: Complete the fee payment through the available online payment modes.
  • Review the Form: Check all the information carefully before submitting the application.
  • Submit and Save: Submit the application form and download the confirmation page and fee receipt for future reference.

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 for Railway Paramedical Recruitment 2026 is expected to include a Computer-Based Test (CBT), document verification, and medical examination.

  1. Computer-Based Test (CBT)
  2. Document Verification (DV)
  3. Medical Fitness Test
  4. Final Merit List

RRB Paramedical Exam Pattern 2026

The RRB Paramedical CBT will contain 100 objective questions for 100 marks. The exam duration is 90 minutes, while eligible PwBD candidates using a scribe will get 120 minutes. There will be a negative marking of 1/3 mark 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

RRB Nursing Superintendent Syllabus 2026

The RRB Nursing Superintendent Syllabus 2026 includes 18 nursing subjects under Professional Ability, along with General Awareness, General Arithmetic & Intelligence/Reasoning and General Science.

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

What are the RRB Paramedical Salary?

Selected candidates under RRB Paramedical Vacancy 2026 will receive attractive salary packages under the 7th Pay Commission, with pay scales expected between ₹21,700 and ₹44,900 per month depending on the post.

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

 

Important Links
RRB Paramedical Syllabus 2026 RRB Paramedical Salary 2026
RRB Paramedical PYQs RRB Paramedical Cut Off 2026

FAQs

What are the posts included in RRB Paramedical Vacancy 2026?

The recruitment is expected to include posts like Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist, Lab Assistant, ECG Technician, Dialysis Technician, Radiographer, and others.

How many questions will be asked in the RRB Paramedical CBT Exam?

The CBT will consist of 100 objective-type multiple-choice questions.

Can candidates apply for more than one post in the Railway Paramedical Recruitment?

Candidates are generally advised to apply for a single post based on their specific educational qualifications, as the CBT for different posts may be held simultaneously.

What is the source of the vacancy data for the 2026 RRB Paramedical recruitment 2026?

The vacancy data is based on the assessment submitted by Zonal Railways and Production Units through the HRMS Indent Management module

What is the opening date for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 application?

The online application process for CEN No. 05/2026 will begin on 15 September 2026.

What is the last date to apply for RRB Paramedical 2026 Recruitment?

The last date to submit the online application is 14 October 2026 up to 11:59 PM. The last date for payment of the application fee is 16 October 2026.

When will the RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 application modification window open?

The application modification window will remain active from 17 October to 26 October 2026. Candidates can modify eligible details by paying a non-refundable modification fee of ₹250 per occasion.

Can candidates awaiting their final results apply for RRB Paramedical Notification 2026?

No. Candidates waiting for the final results of the prescribed educational or technical qualifications are not eligible to apply. The required qualification must be possessed on or before the closing date of the application.

What are the requirements to create an account for RRB Paramedical Vacancy 2026?

Candidates must have their own active mobile number and a valid personal email ID for communication throughout the recruitment process. Important updates will be shared through SMS and/or email.

Do candidates who have already created an account for previous RRB CENs need to create a new account?

No. Candidates who created an account for any RRB notification issued during 2024, 2025, or 2026 do not need to create another account. They can use their existing username and password to apply for CEN No. 05/2026.

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