RRB Paramedical Recruitment Overview
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) has officially released official notification for the recruitment of 590 Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist, H&MI, Radiographer, Lab Assistant & Other Paramedical Posts vacancies. Online applications start from 15th September 2026 and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official RRB website. The last date to submit the application form is 14th October2026.
| Company | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist, H&MI, Radiographer, Lab Assistant & Other Paramedical Posts |
| Advertisement No. | (CEN) No. 05/2026 |
| Total Posts | 590 |
| Gender | Male, Female and Transgender |
| Pay Scale | ₹21,700 – ₹44,900 (Level-3 to Level-7) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 40 Years as on 01/01/2027 |
| Qualification | Post-wise Diploma / Degree / Certificate + Registration where applicable |
| Job Location | Anywhere in India |
| Start Date of Apply | 15/09/2026 |
| Last Date of Apply | 14/10/2026 |
| Application Fee | General/EWS/OBC/Male: ₹500/- SC/ST/PwBD/XSM/Female/Transgender/Minorities/EBC: ₹250/- Payment Mode: Online (Internet Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card) |
| Website | https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in |
RRB Paramedical Recruitment Vacancy Details
There are 590 vacancies across 9 posts, spread over all RRB zones. RRB-wise and Railway Zone-wise distribution is provided in Annexure-B of the official notification and is not reproduced here in full — the post-wise combined totals are as follows.
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Grand Total | 590 |
RRB Paramedical Recruitment Eligibility Criteria
| Nationality | Indian |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | 18 to 40 Years (post-wise, as on 01/01/2027) Note: For more details, Please refer the official website. |
| Experience | Not required / Fresher |
Educational qualification
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Nursing Superintendent | Registered Nurse and Midwife certificate (3-year course in General Nursing and Midwifery from an Indian Nursing Council-recognised institution) OR B.Sc. Nursing |
| Dialysis Technician | B.Sc. plus Diploma in Haemodialysis, or 2 years' satisfactory in-house training/experience in Haemodialysis work (B.Sc. in Dialysis Techniques/Technology/Renal Dialysis Technology also eligible) |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Gr II | B.Sc. with Chemistry as a subject, plus 1-year Diploma in Health/Sanitary Inspector OR 1-year NTC in Health Sanitary Inspector (NCVT) |
| Audiologist & Speech Therapist | Bachelor in Audiology, Speech Language Pathology (BASLP) from a recognised University, registered with the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | Bachelor Degree in Pharmacy (Allopathic) or Doctor of Pharmacy from a recognised University/Institute, registered as Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act, 1948 |
| Radiographer X-Ray Technician | 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry plus Diploma in Radiography/X-Ray Technician/Radiodiagnosis Technology (2-year course); Science graduates with the same diploma preferred (various equivalent B.Sc. Radiography/Imaging qualifications also eligible) |
| ECG Technician | 10+2/Graduation in Science with Certificate/Diploma/Degree in ECG Laboratory Technology/Cardiology/Cardiology Technician/Techniques (minimum 1-year duration) |
| Optometrist | B.Sc. in Optometry or Diploma in Ophthalmic Technician (3–4 year course), with registration from the concerned Council/Licensing body |
| Lab Assistant Gr. II | 3112th (10+2) in Science plus Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) or an equivalent Certificate Course (minimum 1-year, full-time) (B.Sc. Medical Lab Technology also eligible) |
RRB Paramedical Recruitment Salary
| Post Name | Pay Level - Initial Pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Superintendent | Level 7 - ₹44,900 |
| Dialysis Technician | Level 6 - ₹35,400 |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Gr II | Level 6 - ₹35,400 |
| Audiologist & Speech Therapist | Level 6 - ₹35,400 |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | Level 5 - ₹29,200 |
| Radiographer X-Ray Technician | Level 5 - ₹29,200 |
| ECG Technician | Level 4 - ₹25,500 |
| Optometrist | Level 4 - ₹25,500 |
| Lab Assistant Gr. II | Level 3 - ₹21,700 |
RRB Paramedical Recruitment Age Limit and Relaxation
Age is reckoned as on 01/01/2027. The lower and upper age limits vary by post, as shown in the Vacancy table above (ranging from 18–33 years to 20–40 years). Date of birth must match the Matriculation/SSLC certificate; no subsequent change will be considered.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| GEN/UR | No Relaxation |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| PwBD (GEN/UR) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC - NCL) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (UR/EWS) | 3 years (after deducting length of service from age) |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC NCL) | 6 years (after deducting length of service) |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) | 8 years (after deducting length of service) |
| Serving Group C/erstwhile Group D Railway staff / Substitutes with min. 3 years' service (UR/EWS) | Up to 40 years of age |
| Serving Group C/erstwhile Group D Railway staff / Substitutes with min. 3 years' service (OBC-NCL) | Up to 43 years of age |
| Serving Group C/erstwhile Group D Railway staff / Substitutes with min. 3 years' service (SC/ST) | Up to 45 years of age |
| Widowed/divorced/judicially separated women, not remarried (UR/EWS) | Up to 35 years of age |
| Widowed/divorced/judicially separated women, not remarried (OBC-NCL) | Up to 38 years of age |
| Widowed/divorced/judicially separated women, not remarried (SC/ST) | Up to 40 years of age |
RRB Paramedical Recruitment Selection Process
- Computer Based Examination
- Document verification
- Medical Examination
- Final Selection
RRB Paramedical Recruitment Important Dates
| Official Notification Date | 12/09/2026 |
|---|---|
| Online Form Apply Start Date | 15/09/2026 |
| Online Form Apply End Date | 14/10/2026 (23:59 hours) |
| Last Date of Fee Payment | 16/10/2026 |
| Application Modification Window (with modification fee) | 17/10/2026 to 26/10/2026 |
| Window for Eligible Scribe Candidates to Provide Scribe Details | 27/10/2026 to 31/10/2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | Not specified in the notification; to be communicated later on the RRB website |
RRB Paramedical Recruitment How to Apply
- Step 1: Go to official website https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/#/auth/landing
- Step 2: Click on Apply button
- Step 3: Complete One-Time Registration (if not registered)
- Step 4: Login > Fill the Application Form carefully
- Step 5: Upload Photograph, Signature, Resume, ID Proof, Age Proof, Caste Certificate (if applicable), PwBD Certificate (if applicable), Educational Certificates, Experience Certificates
- Step 6: Pay Application Fee (if applicable)
- Step 7: Submit the Application Form
- Step 8: Take Printout of Application for future reference.
RRB Paramedical Recruitment Important Links
| Official Website Link | Click Here → |
|---|---|
| Online Form Apply Link | Apply Here → |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q 1. What is the total number of vacancies in RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026?
A total of 590 Para-Medical posts have been notified under CEN No. 05/2026, including 365 Nursing Superintendent posts.
Q 2. What is the start date to apply for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026?
The start date for online application is 15 September 2026.
Q 3. What is the last date to apply for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online application is 14 October 2026.
Q 4. What is the age limit for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 posts?
Age limits vary by post, ranging from 18–33 years to 20–40 years as on 01/01/2027, with relaxations up to 15 years for PwBD-SC/ST candidates.
Q 5. What is the application fee for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026?
The fee is ₹500 for general candidates (₹400 refundable) and ₹250 for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Minorities/EBC candidates (fully refundable), on appearing in the CBT.
Abbreviation
| RRB | Railway Recruitment Board |
|---|---|
| PSU | Public Sector Undertaking |
| GEN | General Category |
| UR | Unreserved Category |
| EWS | Economically Weaker Section |
| SC | Scheduled Caste |
| ST | Scheduled Tribes |
| OBC | Other Backward Class |
| NCL | Non-Creamy Layer |
| ESM / XSM | Ex-Serviceman |
| PwBD | Persons with Benchmark Disabilities |
| Max | Maximum |
| Min | Minimum |
| GST | Goods and Services Tax |
| CBT | Computer Bases Test |
| IDA | Industrial Dearness Allowance |
| MCA | Master of Computer Applications |
| MBA | Master of Business Administration |
| CA | Chartered Accountant |
| PGDM | Post Graduate Diploma in Management |
| CMA | Certified Management Accountant |
| HRA | House Rent Allowance |
| Ph.D. | Doctor of Philosophy |
| PG | Post Graduation |
| M.Sc. | Master of Science |
| B.Tech. | Bachelor of Technology |
| B.E. | Bachelor of Engineering |
| M.Tech. | Master of Technology |
| LLB | Bachelor of Laws |
| VDA | Variable Dearness Allowance |
| CS | Computer Science |
| IT | Information Technology |
| ITI | Industrial Training Institute |
| AICTE | All India Council for Technical Education |
| NCVT | National Council for Vocational Training |
| UGC | University Grants Commission |
| BCA | Bachelor of Computer Applications |
| B.Com. | Bachelor of Commerce |
| FTE | Fixed Term Executive |
| EMD | Engineering Maintenance Department |
| C&P | Contracts & Procurement |