The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) have officially released the examination schedule for the Paramedical recruitment process under Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 05/2026. This highly anticipated notification confirms the timeline for the Computer-Based Test (CBT), providing much-needed clarity for candidates aspiring to join the Indian Railways.
RRB Paramedical CBT 2026 Schedule
Based on the official notice issued on 18 October 2026, the Computer-Based Test for the 590 vacancies across 9 categories will be conducted on 23 November and 25 November 2026. Candidates are advised to prepare systematically, utilizing resources like the RRB Paramedical Syllabus 2026 and RRB Paramedical Previous Year Question Papers.
Important Exam Procedures
The CBT will last 90 minutes (120 minutes for eligible PwBD candidates using a scribe), with a negative marking of one-third of a mark for each incorrect answer. Candidates should monitor the official portal for their Exam City Intimation slip, expected 10 days before the exam, and their E-call letters, available 4 days prior.
How to Fill RRB Application Form Online
- Visit rrbapply.gov.in and register.
- Log in using the registered credentials.
- Select the relevant RRB recruitment and post.
- Fill in the required personal and educational details.
- Upload the required photograph, signature, and documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Check all details and submit the form.
- Download and save the confirmation page and fee receipt.
Application Fee Structure
- All other candidates: ₹500/- (Refund: ₹400/-)
- SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minorities, EBC: ₹250/- (Refund: ₹250/-)
Medical Eligibility: LASIK Surgery
Candidates who have undergone LASIK surgery may be eligible provided they meet strict criteria. You must satisfy the following requirements:
- Zero complications observed from the surgery.
- Surgery must have been performed at least one year prior.
- Medical certificate from the operating specialist is required.
- Residual corneal thickness should be no less than 425 microns.
- Must meet visual acuity standards as per Para 512(1)(A) of the IRMM.
- Fundus must be normal with no evidence of progressive eye disease.
Official Resources
For detailed information, refer to these documents and links:
- RRB Paramedical Official Notification 2026 English PDF
- RRB Paramedical Official Notification 2026 Hindi PDF
- RRB Paramedical Salary 2026
- RRB Paramedical Cut Off 2026