RRB Paramedical Categories Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars |
Details |
| Recruitment Authority |
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), Ministry of Railways |
| Notification Number |
CEN No. 05/2026 |
| Post Category |
Para-Medical Categories |
| Total Vacancies |
560 Posts Across India |
| Vacancies in RRB Guwahati |
29 Posts |
| Pay Matrix Level |
Level-3 to Level-7 of 7th CPC (plus central railway allowances) |
| Mode of Application |
Online (rrbapply.gov.in) |
| Selection Process |
Computer Based Test (CBT) + Document Verification & Medical Examination |
| Application Start Date |
15th September 2026 |
| Closing Date for Online Application |
14th October 2026 (23:59 Hours) |
| Helpline Phone |
9592001188 / 01725653333 (10:00 AM to 5:00 PM) |
| Helpline Email |
rrb.help@csc.gov.in |
| Official Website |
indianrailways.gov.in |
Post-Wise Vacancy & Age Limit Details
| Name of Post |
Total Vacancies |
Pay Matrix Level |
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2027) |
| Nursing Superintendent |
365 |
Level-7 |
20 to 40 Years |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) |
118 |
Level-5 |
20 to 35 Years |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Gr. II |
43 |
Level-6 |
18 to 33 Years |
| Lab Assistant Grade-II |
31 |
Level-3 |
20 to 40 Years |
| Radiographer (X-Ray Technician) |
25 |
Level-5 |
19 to 33 Years |
| ECG Technician |
04 |
Level-4 |
18 to 33 Years |
| Optometrist |
02 |
Level-4 |
18 to 33 Years |
| Audiologist & Speech Therapist |
01 |
Level-5 |
21 to 30 Years |
| Dialysis Technician |
01 |
Level-5 |
20 to 33 Years |
| Total Vacancies |
590 (approx 560 active) |
Level 3 to 7 |
As per trade |
Educational & Professional Qualifications
| Post Designation |
Essential Qualifications |
| Nursing Superintendent |
Certificate as Registered Nurse and Midwife having passed 3-year General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) course from an INC recognized school/institution; OR B.Sc. (Nursing). |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) |
Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy (Allopathic) and registered as a Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act, 1948; OR Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D). |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Gr. II |
B.Sc. with Chemistry as a main or optional subject, plus (a) 1-year Diploma in Health/Sanitary Inspector, OR (b) 1-year National Trade Certificate (NTC) in Health Sanitary Inspector. |
| Lab Assistant Grade-II |
10+2 in Science stream plus (a) Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT), OR (b) equivalent recognized certification course in MLT. |
| Radiographer (X-Ray Technician) |
10+2 with Physics and Chemistry plus 2-year Diploma in Radiography / X-Ray Technology / Radiodiagnosis (Science graduates preferred). |
| ECG Technician |
10+2 or Graduation in Science plus Certificate / Diploma / Degree in ECG Laboratory Technology / Cardiology Techniques. |
| Optometrist |
B.Sc. in Optometry OR 3 to 4-year Diploma in Ophthalmic Technology from a recognized institution. |
| Dialysis Technician |
B.Sc. plus (a) Diploma in Haemodialysis, OR (b) 2 years satisfactory in-house experience in haemodialysis treatment. |
| Audiologist & Speech Therapist |
Bachelor in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (BASLP) from a recognized University, registered with Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI). |
Upper Age Limit Relaxations
| Category |
Relaxation in Upper Age |
| SC / ST Candidates |
5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) |
3 Years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD - UR / EWS) |
10 Years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD - OBC) |
13 Years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD - SC / ST) |
15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen Candidates |
Service duration + 3 Years |
Application Fee & Refund Policy
| Candidate Category |
Application Fee |
Refund on Appearing in CBT |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Ex-Servicemen / Minorities / EBC |
Rs. 250/- |
Full Rs. 250/- refunded (minus bank charges) |
| All Other Candidates (General / OBC / EWS) |
Rs. 500/- |
Rs. 400/- refunded (minus bank charges) |
Scheme of Computer-Based Test (CBT)
The single-stage Computer Based Test consists of 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) to be completed within 90 minutes (120 minutes for eligible PwBD candidates utilizing scribes):
| Subject / Domain Section |
No. of Questions |
Marks Allotted |
| Professional Ability (Post-Specific Domain) |
70 |
70 |
| General Awareness |
10 |
10 |
| General Arithmetic, Reasoning & General Intelligence |
10 |
10 |
| General Science |
10 |
10 |
| Total |
100 Questions |
100 Marks |
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: UR/EWS: 40%, OBC/SC: 30%, ST: 25%.
Step-by-Step Online Application Procedure
- Visit the official RRB common application portal at rrbapply.gov.in.
- Create an account by providing basic identity credentials, mobile number, and valid email address.
- Log in and choose CEN No. 05/2026 (Paramedical Categories).
- Select your preferred participating Railway Recruitment Board (e.g., RRB Guwahati or other regional RRBs) and post priority.
- Fill in personal particulars, academic records, and professional council registration numbers.
- Upload scanned recent photographs, signature, and relevant caste/PwBD certificates as per specified dimensions.
- Pay the application fee online through UPI, Internet Banking, or Debit Card.
- Submit the final application and save/print the acknowledgment receipt for future recruitment stages.
Important Official Web Links
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the last date to apply for RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2026?
The closing date for submission of online applications is 14th October 2026 (23:59 hours). The portal opened on 15th September 2026.
How many vacancies are available in RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026?
A total of 560 vacancies are available across various railway zones nationwide, with 29 posts allocated to RRB Guwahati.
Is the application fee refundable?
Yes. Candidates who appear in the Computer Based Test (CBT) are entitled to a refund: Rs. 250/- for SC/ST/PwBD/Female/EBC candidates, and Rs. 400/- for General/OBC candidates, after deducting nominal bank service charges.
What is the syllabus weightage for domain subjects in the CBT?
The professional ability section carries 70% weightage (70 questions out of 100), with the remaining 30 questions covering General Awareness, Arithmetic & Reasoning, and General Science.
