RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 590 Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist & Other Posts
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways, Government of India, have issued the detailed Centralised Employment Notification (CEN No. 05/2026) for the recruitment of 590 Paramedical Staff across 20 RRB zones. Eligible candidates can apply online for positions such as Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist, Radiographer, Lab Assistant, and others through the unified RRB portal.
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026: Highlights
| Particulars | Key Information |
| Recruiting Body | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways |
| Notification No. | CEN No. 05/2026 |
| Name of Posts | Paramedical Categories (Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist, Lab Assistant, etc.) |
| Total Vacancies | 590 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Online Registration Dates | September 15, 2026 – October 14, 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Selection Process | Computer Based Test (CBT) → Document Verification (DV) → Medical Exam |
| Official Website | rrb.indianrailways.gov.in |
Post-wise Vacancy, Pay Scale & Age Limit
Qualifications and age limits are calculated as of January 01, 2027.
| Post Name | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Initial Pay | Age Limit | Vacancies |
| Nursing Superintendent | Level 7 | ₹44,900/- | 20 – 40 Yrs | 365 |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | Level 5 | ₹29,200/- | 20 – 35 Yrs | 118 |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Gr II | Level 6 | ₹35,400/- | 18 – 33 Yrs | 43 |
| Lab Assistant Gr. II | Level 3 | ₹21,700/- | 18 – 33 Yrs | 31 |
| Radiographer / X-Ray Technician | Level 5 | ₹29,200/- | 19 – 33 Yrs | 25 |
| ECG Technician | Level 4 | ₹25,500/- | 18 – 33 Yrs | 04 |
| Optometrist | Level 4 | ₹25,500/- | 18 – 33 Yrs | 02 |
| Dialysis Technician | Level 6 | ₹35,400/- | 20 – 33 Yrs | 01 |
| Audiologist & Speech Therapist | Level 6 | ₹35,400/- | 21 – 30 Yrs | 01 |
| Total Vacancies | — | — | — | 590 |
Educational Qualification Requirements
- Nursing Superintendent: Registered Nurse & Midwife (3-year GNM Course) or B.Sc. (Nursing).
- Pharmacist (Entry Grade): B.Pharm / Pharm.D or 10+2 in Science with Diploma in Pharmacy, registered under the Pharmacy Act 1948.
- Health & Malaria Inspector Gr II: B.Sc. (Chemistry) plus a 1-year Diploma/NTC in Health/Sanitary Inspector.
- Lab Assistant Gr. II: 12th (Science) with Diploma/Certificate in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT/CMLT) or B.Sc. MLT.
- Radiographer / X-Ray Technician: 10+2 (Science) plus 2-year Diploma in Radiography / X-Ray Technology or B.Sc. Radiography.
- ECG Technician: 10+2 / B.Sc. (Science) plus Certificate/Diploma in ECG/Cardiology Technology.
Zone-wise RRB Vacancy Breakdown
| RRB Zone | Vacancies | RRB Zone | Vacancies |
| Kolkata | 98 | Gorakhpur | 33 |
| Secunderabad | 71 | Guwahati | 29 |
| Chennai | 65 | Malda | 28 |
| Mumbai | 61 | Bhopal / Patna / Ranchi | 21 (each) |
| Prayagraj | 33 | Other RRBs (Bhubaneswar, etc.) | Remaining |
Examination Fee & Refund
- General / OBC / EWS Candidates:₹500 (₹400 refunded after appearing in CBT, minus bank charges).
- SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minorities / EBC:₹250 (Full ₹250 refunded after appearing in CBT, minus bank charges).
Computer Based Test (CBT) Pattern
The examination will consist of a single-stage objective Computer Based Test:
| Subject | No. of Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
| Professional Ability | 70 | 70 | 90 Minutes (120 mins for eligible PwBD candidates with scribes) |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 | |
| General Arithmetic, Intelligence & Reasoning | 10 | 10 | |
| General Science | 10 | 10 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Negative Marking:$1/3^{\text{rd}}$ mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
Step-by-Step Application Procedure
1.Visit Unified RRB Portal:Official online platform.
Go to rrb.indianrailways.gov.in and select the application link for CEN No. 05/2026.
2.Create an Account:Mobile number and email validation.
Register using your primary email address and mobile number. Keep these credentials active throughout the recruitment cycle.
3.Select RRB Zone & Post Preferences:Single RRB rule applies.
Choose one RRB zone only and set your order of post preferences within that zone.
4.Capture Live Photo & Signature:Direct webcam capture required.
Capture a live photo via webcam/mobile camera as per instructions, and upload a digital scan of your signature (30–49 KB JPG format).
5.Fee Payment & Final Submission:Online payment gateway.
Pay the required application fee via UPI, Net Banking, or Credit/Debit card and save the system-generated application form.
Key Schedule
- Online Application Start Date: September 15, 2026
- Closing Date for Online Applications: October 14, 2026 (23:59 hrs)
- Last Date for Application Fee Payment: October 16, 2026
- Application Modification Window: October 17 – October 26, 2026
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