The Railway Board has announced 560 vacancies across 9 paramedical categories under the upcoming Centralised Employment Notification (CEN 05/2026) for 2026. Indian Railways has approved vacancies for various paramedical posts, including Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist, X-Ray Technician, and other positions.
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) released the indicative notification for Paramedical Staff posts on September 8, 2026, providing key details about the vacancies, age limit, salary, and application schedule. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through www.rrbapply.gov.in from September 15, 2026.
RRB Paramedical Notification 2026 Released
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), Ministry of Railways, has released the RRB Paramedical Notification 2026 (CEN 05/2026) for recruitment to various paramedical categories. Candidates interested in the recruitment can check the short notification for details regarding vacancies, eligibility, salary, important dates, and the application process.
The detailed recruitment notification and application guidelines will provide further information for candidates preparing to apply for the RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026.
Detailed Advertisement
The detailed RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 notification is expected to be released by September 13, 2026. It will include complete information about the recruitment, such as eligibility criteria, application process, selection process, post-wise vacancies, and other important details.
What’s New: The RRB Paramedical CEN 2026 features 560 approved vacancies across 9 categories, compared to 434 vacancies across 7 categories in the previous recruitment cycle. This year, two new paramedical categories have been added. The vacancies are announced for:
- Nursing Superintendent
- Pharmacist (Entry Grade)
- Dialysis Technician
- ECG Technician
- Laboratory Assistant Grade II
- Radiographer X-Ray Technician
- Health & Malaria Inspector Grade III
- Optometrist
- Audiologist & Speech Therapist
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026: Highlights
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) will invite online applications from eligible candidates for various Paramedical Staff posts. The recruitment process will consist of a Computer-Based Test (CBT), Document Verification (DV), and Medical Examination.
Candidates interested in the RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 should carefully review the detailed notification for post-wise eligibility requirements, vacancy details, application dates, examination pattern, and other recruitment-related information.
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Name | RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Advt. No. | CEN 05/2026 |
| Posts | Various Paramedical Staff Posts |
| Vacancies | 560 |
| No. of Categories | 9 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Registration Dates | September 15 to October 14, 2026 |
| Level of Exam | National Level |
| Selection Process | Computer-Based Test (CBT) → Document Verification → Medical Examination |
| Salary | Varies as per post |
| Official Website | rrb.indianrailways.gov.in & rrbapply.gov.in |
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced the important dates for the RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 along with the short notification released on September 8, 2026. The online application process will begin on September 15, 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications until October 14, 2026.
| Events | Dates |
| Notification (Short) | September 8, 2026 |
| Start Date to Apply Online for RRB Paramedical | September 15, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | October 14, 2026 (11:59 pm) |
| Last Date to Pay Application Fee | To be announced |
| Modification Dates for Corrections in the Application Form | To be announced |
RRB Paramedical Vacancy 2026
The Indian Railways has announced a total of 560 vacancies for various paramedical categories under the RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026. The short notification mentions the overall vacancy count, while the post-wise and category-wise vacancy details will be provided in the detailed notification PDF.
RRB Paramedical 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the prescribed educational qualification and age limit to be eligible for the RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026. The eligibility requirements may vary depending on the post applied for.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess the required educational, technical, or professional qualification specified for their respective post. The qualification should be obtained from a recognised Board, University, or Institute by the prescribed date mentioned in the detailed notification.
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
| Nursing Superintendent | Candidates must have passed a 3-year course in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) from a School of Nursing or other institution recognised by the Indian Nursing Council, OR B.Sc. Nursing with a certificate as a Registered Nurse and Midwife. |
| Dialysis Technician | B.Sc. qualification, along with either (a) a Diploma in Haemodialysis or (b) 2 years of satisfactory in-house training/experience in haemodialysis work at a reputed institution, with supporting proof. |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Grade III | B.Sc. with Chemistry as a main or optional subject in any branch of Chemistry, along with either (a) a 1-year Diploma in Health/Sanitary Inspector or (b) a 1-year National Trade Certificate (NTC) in Health Sanitary Inspector awarded by the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT), Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India. |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | 10+2 in Science or equivalent with a Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognised institution and registration as a Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act, 1948, OR a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharma). |
| Radiographer X-Ray Technician | 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry and a 2-year Diploma in Radiography, X-Ray Technician, or Radio Diagnosis Technology from a recognised institute. Science graduates with the required 2-year Diploma will be preferred. |
| ECG Technician | 10+2 or Graduation in Science with a Certificate, Diploma, or Degree in ECG Laboratory Technology, Cardiology, Cardiology Technician, or Cardiology Techniques from a reputed institution. |
| Laboratory Assistant Grade II | 12th (10+2) in Science with either (a) a Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) or (b) a Certificate Course in Medical Laboratory Technology equivalent to a DMLT diploma. |
Age Limit (as on January 1, 2027)
Candidates must meet the prescribed age criteria to be eligible for the RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026. The minimum age is 18 years, while the maximum age limit is 35 years as on January 1, 2027.
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 35 years
| Posts | Age Limit |
| Nursing Superintendent | 20 to 40 years |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Grade III | 18 to 33 years |
| Dialysis Technician | 20 to 33 years |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | 20 to 35 years |
| Radiographer X-Ray Technician | 19 to 33 years |
| ECG Technician | 18 to 33 years |
| Laboratory Assistant Grade II | 18 to 33 years |
RRB Paramedical Online Form 2026
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced the online application dates for the RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2026 (CEN 05/2026). Interested and eligible candidates can apply online for their preferred paramedical post from September 15 to October 14, 2026 through the official application portal at www.rrbapply.gov.in.
RRB Paramedical 2026 Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay the prescribed application fee for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 while submitting their application forms. The fee can be paid through various online and offline modes, including Internet Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI, SBI Bank Challan at any SBI branch, or Post Office Challan at any computerised post office.
| Categories | Fee |
| UR/OBC* | Rs. 500/- |
| SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBDs/Transgender** | Rs. 250/- |
The application fee will be refunded to candidates who appear for the RRB Paramedical Computer-Based Test (CBT), subject to the applicable refund conditions.
RRB Paramedical 2026 Exam Pattern
The RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 selection process includes a single Computer-Based Test (CBT). The exam will consist of questions from Professional Ability, General Awareness, General Arithmetic, General Intelligence and Reasoning, and General Science. The detailed exam pattern is given below.
RRB Paramedical CBT Exam Pattern 2026
The CBT will contain 100 questions carrying a total of 100 marks, with a duration of 90 minutes. The Professional Ability section will carry the highest weightage, with 70 questions for 70 marks.
There will be a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer. No marks will be deducted for questions that are left unanswered.
Normalisation of Marks
Candidates will be shortlisted for Document Verification (DV) based on their marks in the CBT. If the CBT is conducted in multiple sessions, the marks will be normalised to account for variations in the difficulty level across different sessions. In such cases, the normalised marks will be considered for shortlisting candidates for Document Verification.
| S. No. | Sections | No. of Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
| 1 | Professional Ability | 70 | 70 | 90 minutes |
| 2 | General Awareness | 10 | 10 | |
| 3 | General Arithmetic, General Intelligence and Reasoning | 10 | 10 | |
| 4 | General Science | 10 | 10 | |
| Total | — | 100 | 100 | 90 minutes |
RRB Paramedical 2026 Syllabus
Candidates preparing for the RRB Paramedical Exam 2026 should be familiar with the syllabus and topics covered in the examination. The syllabus helps candidates plan their preparation and focus on the subjects that carry significant weightage.
The syllabus provided below is based on the previous RRB Paramedical examination syllabus. Any changes or updates to the syllabus will be notified by the Railway Recruitment Board along with the detailed RRB Paramedical Notification 2026. Candidates should check the official notification for the latest syllabus and examination requirements.
RRB Paramedical 2026 Syllabus: Subject-wise Topics
| Sections | Topics to Prepare |
| General Awareness | Knowledge of Current Affairs; Culture and History of India, including the Freedom Struggle; Environmental Issues concerning India and the World; General Scientific and Technological Developments; Indian Economy; Indian Geography; Indian Polity and Constitution |
| Reasoning and General Intelligence | Analogy; Series; Coding and Decoding; Mathematical Operations; Blood Relations; Syllogism; Number Puzzles; Venn Diagrams; Data Interpretation and Sufficiency; Conclusions and Decision Making; Classification; Direction and Distance; Statement and Reasoning |
| Arithmetic Ability | Number Systems; BODMAS; Decimals; Fractions; Ratio and Proportion; LCM and HCF; Percentages; Mensuration; Time and Work; Time and Distance; Simple and Compound Interest; Profit and Loss; Algebra; Geometry; Trigonometry; Elementary Statistics; Square Root; Age Calculations; Calendar and Clock; Pipes and Cisterns |
| General Science (Physics & Chemistry) | Laws of Motion; Units and Measurements; Thermal Properties of Matter; Gravitation; Wave Optics; Kinetics; Work, Energy and Power; Physical World; Oscillations; Ray Optics and Optical Instruments; Mechanical Properties of Solids; Thermodynamics; Motion in a Straight Line; Nuclei; Motion in a Plane; Systems of Particles and Rotational Motion; Mechanical Properties of Fluids; Moving Charges and Magnetism; Electric Charges and Fields; Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance; Electromagnetic Induction; Current Electricity; Magnetism and Matter; Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter; Alternating Current; Atoms; Electromagnetic Waves; Semiconductor Electronics; Waves; s-Block Elements; Communication Systems; Organic Chemistry – Some Basic Principles and Techniques and Hydrocarbons; P-Block Elements – Group 14 (Carbon Family); Solutions; Surface Chemistry; Chemical Equilibrium and Acids-Bases; Hydrogen and Its Compounds; Atomic Structure; D- and F-Block Elements and Coordination Compounds; Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties; Environmental Chemistry; Biomolecules; Solid State; States of Matter – Gases and Liquids; Chemistry in Everyday Life; Stoichiometry; General Principles of Metallurgy; Organic Compounds Containing C, H and O; P-Block Elements – Group 13 (Boron Family); Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure; Electrochemistry and Chemical Kinetics; Haloalkanes and Haloarenes; Polymers; Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen |
| Life Sciences | Molecules and Their Interaction Relevant to Biology; Cellular Organization; Fundamental Processes; Cell Communication and Cell Signaling; Developmental Biology; Inheritance Biology; Diversity of Life Forms; Ecological Principles; Evolution and Behaviour; System Physiology – Plant; System Physiology – Animal; Applied Biology; Methods in Biology |
RRB Paramedical Salary 2026
Candidates who qualify for the RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 and are selected for various paramedical staff posts will receive a salary as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC). The pay level and initial salary vary depending on the post. The post-wise salary details are provided below.
RRB Paramedical Salary 2026: Post-wise Pay Scale
The initial pay ranges from Rs. 25,500 to Rs. 44,900, depending on the post and corresponding pay level. In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates may also be entitled to applicable allowances and benefits as per Railway rules.
| Posts | Pay Level (as per 7th CPC) | Initial Pay |
| Nursing Superintendent | 7 | Rs. 44,900/- |
| Dialysis Technician | 6 | Rs. 35,400/- |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Grade III | 6 | Rs. 35,400/- |
| Laboratory Superintendent Grade III | 6 | Rs. 35,400/- |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | 5 | Rs. 29,200/- |
| Radiographer X-Ray Technician | 5 | Rs. 29,200/- |
| ECG Technician | 4 | Rs. 25,500/- |