The official RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 notification for 590 vacancies is live. Submit your online application by 14 October 2026 (Today) at rrbapply.gov.in. Review key details regarding eligibility, vacancy breakdown, and the selection process.
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has opened the application window for the 2026 Paramedical recruitment drive. This is a prime opportunity for healthcare professionals to secure a career within Indian Railways. With 590 vacancies available across various paramedical roles, candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria and submit their applications before the final deadline of 14 October 2026 (Today).
RRB Paramedical Notification 2026: Official PDF Download
The comprehensive RRB Paramedical Notification 2026 covers essential information including post-wise vacancy distribution, educational requirements, age relaxation, exam structure, medical standards, and salary grades. Use the official links below to download the notification in English or Hindi for detailed guidance.
| Language | Official Notification PDF |
|---|---|
| English | RRB Paramedical Official Notification 2026 English PDF |
| Hindi | RRB Paramedical Official Notification 2026 Hindi PDF |
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026: Recruitment Overview
The RRB Paramedical Staff recruitment drive aims to fill diverse healthcare positions within the Indian Railways network. Selection criteria are rigorous, involving a Computer-Based Test (CBT), mandatory Document Verification, and a comprehensive Medical Fitness Examination to ensure candidates are suited for service.
| RRB Paramedical Exam 2026: Key Highlights | |
| Recruitment Organisation | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Post Name | Various Posts of Paramedical Categories |
| Advt. | CEN/05/2026 |
| Cateogory | Notification |
| Educational Qualifications | Posts Wise |
| Age Limit | Posts Wise |
| Selection Process | CBT, Document Verification, Medical Test, Final Merit List |
| Salary | ₹21,700 – ₹44,900 (as per post & pay level) |
| Official Website | rrbapply.gov.in, rrb.indianrailways.gov.in |
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026: Key Dates
The deadline to apply is 14 October 2026. Please ensure you also take note of upcoming milestones, including the application fee payment window, the form modification period, and scribe registration dates.
| Important Dates | |
|---|---|
| Date of Indicative Notice in Employment News | 12 September 2026 |
| Opening date of Online Application | 15 September 2026 |
| Closing Date for Submission of Online Application | 14 October 2026 (23:59 hours) (Today) |
| Last Date for Application Fee Payment | 16 October 2026 |
| Modification Window for Corrections in Application Form | 17 October 2026 to 26 October 2026 |
| Scribe Details Submission Window | 27 October 2026 to 31 October 2026 |
RRB Paramedical Vacancy 2026: Detailed Post-Wise Breakdown
| Post Wise | Post Number |
| Nursing Superintendent | 365 |
| Dialysis Technician | 01 |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Gr II | 43 |
| Audiologist & Speech Therapist | 01 |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | 118 |
| Radiographer X-Ray Technician | 25 |
| ECG Technician | 04 |
| Optometrist | 02 |
| Lab Assistant Gr. II | 31 |
| Total Posts | 590 |
The application portal at rrbapply.gov.in will officially close on 14 October 2026. Please submit your application promptly to avoid last-minute technical delays.
RRB Nursing Superintendent Vacancy 2026: Category-Wise Distribution
| RRB | Railway Zone/PU | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bengaluru | SWR | 4 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 9 |
| Bhopal | WCR | 9 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 15 |
| Bhubaneswar | ECoR | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Bilaspur | CR | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| Bilaspur | SECR | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| Chennai | SR | 7 | 8 | 3 | 8 | 1 | 27 |
| Gorakhpur | NER | 11 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 24 |
| Guwahati | NFR | 8 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 18 |
| Jammu-Srinagar | NR | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Jammu-Srinagar | RCF | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Kolkata | ER | 8 | 13 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 40 |
| Kolkata | METRO | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Kolkata | SER | 16 | 7 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 33 |
| Malda | ER | 6 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 14 |
| Malda | SER | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Mumbai | CR | 13 | 8 | 1 | 8 | 3 | 33 |
| Muzaffarpur | ECR | 6 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 15 |
| Patna | ECR | 1 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 9 |
| Patna | RWP | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Prayagraj | BLW | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 |
| Prayagraj | NCR | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| Prayagraj | NR | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Ranchi | ECR | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 9 |
| Ranchi | SER | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Secunderabad | SCR | 15 | 4 | 5 | 11 | 5 | 40 |
| Secunderabad | SCoR | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 13 |
| Siliguri | NFR | 7 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 16 |
| Total Vacancies | 365 | ||||||
RRB Dialysis Technician Vacancy 2026: Category-Wise Distribution
| RRB | Railway Zone/PU | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chennai | SR | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |
RRB Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II Vacancy 2026: Category-Wise Distribution
| RRB | Railway Zone/PU | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bengaluru | SWR | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Bilaspur | CR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Chennai | SR | 4 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 14 |
| Gorakhpur | NER | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Guwahati | NFR | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Kolkata | CLW | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Kolkata | ER | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| Malda | ER | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Mumbai | CR | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Patna | ECR | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Secunderabad | SCR | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Siliguri | NFR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 19 | 7 | 6 | 10 | 1 | 43 | |
RRB Audiologist & Speech Therapist Vacancy 2026: Category-Wise Distribution
| RRB | Railway Zone/PU | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chandigarh | NR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
RRB Pharmacist Vacancy 2026: Category-Wise Distribution
| RRB | Railway Zone/PU | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | WR | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Ajmer | NWR | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Bengaluru | SWR | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| Bhopal | WCR | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Bhubaneswar | ECoR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Bilaspur | CR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Bilaspur | SECR | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Chandigarh | NR | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Chennai | SR | 5 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 15 |
| Gorakhpur | NER | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| Guwahati | NFR | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 |
| Jammu-Srinagar | RCF | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Kolkata | CLW | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Kolkata | ER | 5 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
| Malda | ER | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| Malda | SER | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Mumbai | CR | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 12 |
| Muzaffarpur | ECR | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Patna | ECR | 0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| Prayagraj | BLW | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Prayagraj | NCR | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Prayagraj | NR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Ranchi | ECR | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Ranchi | SER | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Secunderabad | SCR | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 |
| Siliguri | NFR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Total | 54 | 19 | 21 | 15 | 9 | 118 |
RRB Radiographer X-Ray Technician Vacancy 2026: Category-Wise Distribution
| RRB | Railway Zone/PU | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ajmer | NWR | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Bengaluru | SWR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Bhopal | WCR | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Bilaspur | SECR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Chennai | SR | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Gorakhpur | MCF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Kolkata | ER | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Kolkata | SER | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Mumbai | CR | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Patna | ECR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Prayagraj | BLW | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Secunderabad | SCR | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| Total | 15 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 25 | |
RRB ECG Technician Vacancy 2026: Category-Wise Distribution
| RRB | Railway Zone/PU | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | WR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Chennai | SR | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Guwahati | NFR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Jammu-Srinagar | RCF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | |
RRB Optometrist Vacancy 2026: Category-Wise Distribution
| RRB | Railway Zone/PU | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patna | ECR | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Total | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
RRB Lab Assistant Grade II Vacancy 2026: Category-Wise Distribution
| RRB | Railway Zone/PU | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | WR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Ajmer | NWR | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Bhopal | WCR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Bilaspur | SECR | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Chennai | SR | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| Gorakhpur | MCF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Guwahati | NFR | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Kolkata | ER | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Mumbai | CR | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Patna | ECR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Prayagraj | BLW | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Prayagraj | NCR | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| Secunderabad | SCR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| Total | 18 | 3 | 0 | 8 | 2 | 31 | |
RRB Paramedical 2026: Online Application Link
Candidates can apply for the RRB Paramedical 2026 recruitment via the official website, rrbapply.gov.in. Ensure your registration is complete, your application form is filled accurately, all required documents are uploaded, and the fee is successfully paid. With the deadline set for 14 October 2026, we encourage you to finalize your application immediately. Use the official link below to access the portal.
RRB Paramedical Apply Online 2026 – Click Here to Register
The deadline for application fee payment is 16 October 2026. The application modification window will be active from 17 to 26 October 2026.
RRB Paramedical Application Fee 2026
The application fee is determined by the candidate’s category. Please note that the refund of fees is contingent upon the candidate appearing for the Computer-Based Test (CBT) and is subject to applicable bank service charges.
| Category | Application Fee | Refund for Appearing in CBT |
| All candidates (except categories below) | ₹500/- | ₹400/- (after bank charges) |
| SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minorities, EBC | ₹250/- | ₹250/- (after bank charges) |
| Payment Mode | Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card / Mobile Wallet | |
Steps to Submit the RRB Application Form Online
Follow these simplified steps to complete your RRB Paramedical application process successfully:
- 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.
RRB Paramedical Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility requirements are role-specific. Candidates must ensure they meet the essential educational qualifications and age limitations established for the specific post they are targeting.
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
| Nursing Superintendent | 3-year General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) course from an Indian Nursing Council-recognized institution or B.Sc. Nursing with Registration as Nurse and Midwife. | 20-40 years |
| Dialysis Technician | B.Sc. with Diploma in Haemodialysis or two years of training/experience in Haemodialysis from a reputed institution. | 20-33 years |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Grade III | B.Sc. with Chemistry as the main/optional subject plus a one-year Diploma in Health/Sanitary Inspector or NTC in Health Sanitary Inspector. | 18-33 years |
| Audiologist & Speech Therapist | Bachelor in Audiology, Speech Language Pathology (BASLP) from a recognized university and must be registered with Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) | 21-30 years |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | 10+2 (Science) with Diploma in Pharmacy and registration under the Pharmacy Act, 1948 or Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm). | 20-35 years |
| Radiographer/X-Ray Technician | 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry and a 2-year Diploma in Radiography/X-Ray Technician/Radio Diagnosis Technology. Science graduates with the diploma will be preferred. | 19-33 years |
| ECG Technician | 10+2 or Graduation in Science with Certificate/Diploma/Degree in ECG Laboratory Technology/Cardiology/Cardiology Technician/Cardiology Techniques. | 18-33 years |
| Optometrist | B.Sc. in Optometry or Diploma in Ophthalmic Technician ( the course should be of 3 to 4 years duration). The candidates should have registration with the concerned Council/Licensing body. | 18-33 years |
| Laboratory Assistant Grade II | 10+2 (Science) with Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) or an equivalent Certificate Course in Medical Laboratory Technology. | 18-33 years |
RRB Medical Eligibility for Candidates with LASIK Surgery
Following a recent corrigendum, the Railway Recruitment Board has updated the eligibility criteria for the 2026 Paramedical Vacancy. Candidates who have undergone LASIK or similar surgical procedures may now be deemed eligible, provided they comply with the mandatory medical standards and additional criteria detailed in the official table.
| Eligibility Criteria for People with LASIK Surgery | |
|---|---|
| Condition | Details |
| Zero Complications | No complications from the LASIK surgery should be observed. |
| Duration of Surgery | Surgery must have been performed at least one year prior. |
| Medical Certificate | It must be substantiated by a medical certificate from the specialist who performed the surgery. |
| Residual Corneal Thickness | Post-LASIK residual corneal thickness should be no less than 425 microns. |
| Visual Acuity | Must meet the standards as per Para 512(1)(A) of the IRMM, Vol. I, Third Edition 2000. |
| Fundus Condition | The fundus must be normal, with no evidence of progressive eye disease. |
RRB Paramedical 2026: Required Medical Standards
Candidates selected for the final stage must successfully clear a mandatory Medical Fitness Test conducted by the Railway Administration. This assessment determines if the candidate meets the physical and medical requirements outlined in the Indian Railway Medical Manual (IRMM). Refer to the post-wise medical and visual standards in the table below.
| Medical Category | General Fitness & Visual Standards | Applicable Paramedical Posts |
|---|---|---|
| B-1 | General Fitness: Physically fit in all respects.
Distant Vision: 6/9, 6/12 with or without glasses (lens power must not exceed 4D). Near Vision: Sn 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses. Candidates must successfully pass examinations for Colour, Binocular, Night, and Mesopic vision. |
Dietitian, Dental Hygienist, Dialysis Technician, Extension Educator, Perfusionist, Physiotherapist, Radiographer, Speech Therapist |
| C-1 | General Fitness: Physically fit in all respects.
Distant Vision: 6/12, 6/18 with or without glasses. Near Vision: Sn 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses for close-up tasks. |
Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist, Health & Malaria Inspector, Optometrist, ECG Technician, Lady Health Visitor, Lab Assistant Grade II |
| C-2 | General Fitness: Physically fit in all respects.
Distant Vision: 6/12, NIL with or without glasses. Near Vision: Sn 0.6 combined (with or without glasses) for close-up work. |
Specific administrative/clerical support posts in medical departments |
RRB Paramedical Selection Process
The selection process for the 2026 RRB Paramedical drive consists of a Computer-Based Test (CBT), Document Verification, and a Medical Fitness examination. Final employment is granted only upon fulfilling all eligibility and medical prerequisites.
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Fitness Test
- Final Merit List
RRB Paramedical Exam Pattern 2026
The CBT features 100 objective-type questions worth a total of 100 marks. The standard test duration is 90 minutes, with an extension to 120 minutes provided for eligible PwBD candidates using a scribe. Please note that a penalty of one-third of a mark applies to each incorrect response.
| RRB Paramedical Exam Pattern |
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|---|---|---|
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks Allotted |
| Professional Ability | 70 | 70 |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| General Arithmetic, General Intelligence and Reasoning | 10 | 10 |
| General Science | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
RRB Nursing Superintendent Syllabus 2026
The Nursing Superintendent CBT syllabus covers Professional Ability (Nursing), General Awareness, General Arithmetic, Intelligence & Reasoning, and General Science. The specific topics are detailed in the official guidelines.
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| Professional Ability – Nursing | Anatomy, Physiology, Nutrition, Biochemistry, Nursing Foundations, Psychology, Microbiology, Sociology, Pharmacology, Pathology, Genetics, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Community Health Nursing, Child Health Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Midwifery and Obstetrical Nursing, Nursing Research & Statistics, Management of Nursing Services and Education |
| General Arithmetic | Number System, Decimals, Fractions, LCM & HCF, Ratio, Percentage, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Interest, Profit & Loss, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Statistics, Age, Calendar, Clock, Pipes & Cistern |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | Analogies, Series, Coding-Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Relationships, Syllogism, Venn Diagram, Data Interpretation, Conclusions, Similarities & Differences, Analytical Reasoning, Classification, Directions, Statement-Arguments and Assumptions |
| General Awareness | Current Affairs, Indian Geography, Culture and History, Freedom Struggle, Polity and Constitution, Economy, Environment, Sports, Scientific and Technological Developments |
| General Science | Physics, Chemistry and Life Sciences up to 10th Standard CBSE level |
RRB Paramedical Salary Structure
RRB Paramedical positions offer compensation aligned with the 7th Central Pay Commission. Initial basic pay is determined by the specific post and its allocated Pay Level. Additional allowances and applicable deductions are processed according to standard Railway regulations.
| Post Name | Pay Level |
| Dialysis Technician | Level 6 |
| ECG Technician | Level 4 |
| Lab Assistant Grade II | Level 3 |
| Nursing Superintendent | Level 7 |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | Level 5 |
| Radiographer X-ray Technician | Level 5 |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II | Level 6 |
| Optometrist | Level 4 |
| Audiologist & Speech Therapist | Level 6 |
| Important Links | |
| RRB Paramedical Syllabus 2026 | RRB Paramedical Salary 2026 |
| RRB Paramedical PYQs | RRB Paramedical Cut Off 2026 |