Railway RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 590 Posts

Post Date / Update: 14 September 2026

Short Information

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) have released Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 05/2026 for recruitment to various Paramedical Categories in Indian Railways. A total of 590 vacancies are included across posts such as Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist, Health & Malaria Inspector, Radiographer, Lab Assistant and other medical-related positions.

Eligible candidates can apply online from 15 September 2026 to 14 October 2026. Candidates should read the complete notification carefully for post-wise educational qualifications, age limits, examination scheme, selection procedure and other requirements.

RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 – Key Details

• Recruiting Organization: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB)
• CEN Number: 05/2026
• Recruitment: Paramedical Categories
• Total Vacancies: 590
• Application Mode: Online
• Application Start Date: 15 September 2026
• Last Date: 14 October 2026
• Fee Payment Last Date: 16 October 2026
• Correction Window: 17–26 October 2026
• Examination: As per schedule
• Job Location: Various Railway Zones

Vacancy Details

Total Vacancies – 590

The recruitment includes the following posts:

• Nursing Superintendent: 365
• Dialysis Technician: 1
• Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II: 43
• Audiologist & Speech Therapist: 1
• Pharmacist (Entry Grade): 118
• Radiographer / X-Ray Technician: 25
• ECG Technician: 4
• Optometrist: 2
• Lab Assistant Grade II: 31

Total: 590 Posts

Educational Qualification

Qualifications vary by post and include B.Sc Nursing/GNM, relevant Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, 10+2 with science subjects and other medical/technical qualifications. Several posts also require professional registration or prescribed training. Candidates must check the post-wise eligibility in CEN 05/2026 before applying.

Required Experience

Experience requirements are post-specific. The supplied details mention alternatives such as satisfactory in-house training for Dialysis Technician and prescribed qualifications/experience conditions for certain posts. Candidates should check the official CEN 05/2026 notification for the exact experience requirement applicable to their selected post.

Post-Wise Eligibility

Nursing Superintendent – 365 Posts

• B.Sc Nursing OR GNM course.
• Certificate/registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Age: 20–40 Years.

Dialysis Technician – 1 Post

• B.Sc with Diploma in Haemodialysis, OR
• 2 years of satisfactory in-house training.
• Age: 20–33 Years.

Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II – 43 Posts

• B.Sc with Chemistry as a main or optional subject.
• One-year Diploma in Health/Sanitary Inspector OR NTC Health Sanitary Inspector qualification.
• Age: 18–33 Years.

Audiologist & Speech Therapist – 1 Post

• Bachelor's Degree in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (BASLP).
• RCI registration required.
• Age: 21–30 Years.

Pharmacist (Entry Grade) – 118 Posts

• Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy (Allopathic).
• Age: 20–35 Years.

Radiographer / X-Ray Technician – 25 Posts

• 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry.
• Diploma in Radiography, X-Ray Technician or Radiodiagnosis Technology.
• Age: 19–33 Years.

ECG Technician – 4 Posts

• 10+2 or Graduation in Science.
• Certificate/Diploma/Degree in ECG Laboratory Technology, Cardiology, Cardiology Technician or Cardiology Techniques.
• Age: 18–33 Years.

Optometrist – 2 Posts

• B.Sc in Optometry, OR
• Diploma in Ophthalmic Technician.
• Age: 18–33 Years.

Lab Assistant Grade II – 31 Posts

• 10+2 in Science.
• Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT).
• Age: 18–33 Years.

Age Limit

Age calculated as on 1 January 2027:

The age requirement varies according to the post.

• Minimum: 18–21 Years, depending on the post
• Maximum: 30–40 Years, depending on the post
• Post-wise age limits mentioned in the supplied details range from 18–40 years.
• Age relaxation will be applicable to eligible candidates as per Railway Recruitment Board rules.

Application Fee

• General / OBC / EWS: ₹500
• SC / ST / PwD: ₹250
• All Category Female Candidates: ₹250

The supplied information states that candidates who appear in the Stage-I examination will receive a refund as follows:

• General/OBC/EWS: ₹400
• SC/ST/PwD/Female: ₹250

The examination fee can be paid through the prescribed payment options, including Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or e-Challan.

Salary / Pay Scale

The supplied recruitment details do not provide the complete post-wise pay scale. Candidates should refer to RRB CEN 05/2026 for the applicable pay level, basic salary and allowances for each paramedical post.

Selection Process

The recruitment will be conducted through the selection procedure prescribed by the Railway Recruitment Boards for CEN 05/2026.

The supplied information specifically refers to a Stage-I examination and refund of the applicable fee after appearing in Stage-I. Candidates should check the official notification for the complete examination stages, qualifying marks, document verification and medical requirements.

Important Dates

• Application Begins: 15 September 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 14 October 2026
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 16 October 2026
• Application Correction: 17–26 October 2026
• Examination Date: As per schedule
• Admit Card: Before Examination

How to Apply for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official RRB recruitment portal.
2. Read CEN 05/2026 carefully before applying.
3. Complete the required candidate registration.
4. Log in and select the Paramedical Categories recruitment.
5. Choose the appropriate post and RRB/zone preference as permitted.
6. Enter your personal, educational and professional registration details.
7. Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents.
8. Pay the applicable examination fee.
9. Carefully check the application preview before final submission.
10. Submit the application before 14 October 2026.
11. Save and print the final application form and payment receipt for future reference.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready, wherever applicable:

• Recent passport-size photograph
• Signature
• Educational qualification certificates and marksheets
• Nursing/Pharmacy/Medical technical qualification certificates
• Professional registration certificate, wherever required
• Experience/training certificate, where applicable
• Valid identity proof
• Category certificate, if applicable
• PwD certificate, if applicable
• Other documents prescribed in CEN 05/2026

Important Instructions

• Check the post-wise qualification and age limit before applying.
• Professional registration requirements should be verified for posts where applicable.
• Make sure the name and other details in the application match your official documents.
• Select the appropriate RRB/zone and post preferences carefully.
• Complete fee payment by 16 October 2026.
• If any correction is required, use the correction window from 17–26 October 2026, subject to the applicable rules and charges.
• Keep the final application and payment receipt safely.
• Do not rely only on the general eligibility summary; some paramedical posts have specific professional qualifications and registration requirements.
• Read the complete official CEN 05/2026 notification before submitting the application.

Official Website / Apply Link

RRB Official Website: Railway Recruitment Boards

Candidates should apply through the official RRB application portal and verify the latest CEN 05/2026 notification before submission.

Application Begin : 15/09/2026 Last Date for Apply Online : 14/10/2026 Last Date Pay Exam Fee : 16/10/2026 Correction Date : 17-26 October 2026 Exam Date : As per schedule Admit Card Available : Before Exam

Recent passport-size photograph Signature Educational qualification certificates and marksheets Nursing/Pharmacy/Medical technical qualification certificates Professional registration certificate, wherever required Experience/training certificate, where applicable Valid identity proof Category certificate, if applicable PwD certificate, if applicable Other documents prescribed in CEN 05/202

Visit the official RRB recruitment portal. Read CEN 05/2026 carefully before applying. Complete the required candidate registration. Log in and select the Paramedical Categories recruitment. Choose the appropriate post and RRB/zone preference as permitted. Enter your personal, educational and professional registration details. Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents. Pay the applicable examination fee. Carefully check the application preview before final submission. Submit the application before 14 October 2026. Save and print the final application form and payment receipt for future reference.