RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 – Quick Summary
| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) – Indian Railways |
| CEN No. | CEN 05/2026 |
| Posts | Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist, Health & Malaria Inspector, Lab Assistant, Radiographer, ECG Technician, Dialysis Technician, Optometrist, Audiologist & Speech Therapist |
| Total Vacancies | 590 (Tentative) |
| Pay Level | Level 3 to Level 7 (7th CPC) — as per post |
| Qualification | Diploma/Degree in relevant Paramedical discipline |
| Application Opens | 15 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 October 2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Apply Portal | rrbapply.gov.in |
| Official Website | rrb.indianrailways.gov.in |
⏳ Application Closes In:
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released the detailed notification for Paramedical Categories Recruitment 2026 under CEN No. 05/2026 on 14 September 2026. A total of 590 tentative vacancies are announced across 9 paramedical posts — including Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist, Health & Malaria Inspector, Lab Assistant, Radiographer/X-Ray Technician, ECG Technician, Dialysis Technician, Optometrist, and Audiologist & Speech Therapist (last two are new additions this year). Online applications open from 15 September 2026 and close on 14 October 2026 at rrbapply.gov.in. For more Railway Jobs 2026 and Central Govt Jobs 2026, visit our hubs.
Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Post | Pay Level | Vacancies (Tentative) |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing Superintendent | Level 7 | Largest share |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | Level 5 | 2nd largest |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II | Level 5 | — |
| Lab Assistant Grade II | Level 3 | — |
| Radiographer / X-Ray Technician | Level 5 | — |
| ECG Technician | Level 5 | — |
| Dialysis Technician | Level 5 | — |
| Optometrist NEW | Level 5 | — |
| Audiologist & Speech Therapist NEW | Level 5 | — |
| Total | 590 (Tentative) |
⚠️ Post-wise and RRB-wise vacancy breakup will be available in the detailed CEN PDF at rrb.indianrailways.gov.in. Final vacancies may vary.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Detailed CEN Released | 14 September 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 15 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 October 2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
| CBT Exam Date | To be notified later |
Eligibility Criteria
| Post | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| Nursing Superintendent | B.Sc. (Nursing) from recognised University OR Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery with 7 years experience + Registration with Nursing Council |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | 10+2 with Physics & Chemistry + Diploma in Pharmacy OR B.Pharm + Registered with State Pharmacy Council |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II | 12th pass + Diploma in Health Inspector Course from recognised institute |
| Lab Assistant Grade II | 12th pass with Physics, Chemistry, Biology + Certificate in Medical Lab Technology OR B.Sc. MLT |
| Radiographer / X-Ray Technician | 10+2 + Diploma in Radiography from recognised Board/Council |
| ECG Technician | 10+2 + Diploma in ECG Technology or Cardiology Technology |
| Dialysis Technician | 10+2 with PCB + Diploma/Certificate in Dialysis Technology (min. 2 years) from recognised institute |
| Optometrist | Diploma/Degree in Optometry from recognised institution |
| Audiologist & Speech Therapist | Degree in Audiology & Speech Therapy OR B.Sc. in Speech & Hearing from recognised University |
⚠️ Age limit and medical standards will be as prescribed in the detailed CEN. Check the official PDF for exact eligibility conditions.
Pay Scale
| Pay Level (7th CPC) | Basic Pay | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Level 7 | ₹44,900–₹1,42,400/month | Nursing Superintendent |
| Level 5 | ₹29,200–₹92,300/month | Pharmacist, HMI, Radiographer, ECG Tech, Dialysis Tech, Optometrist, Audiologist |
| Level 3 | ₹21,700–₹69,100/month | Lab Assistant Grade II |
Plus DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, Medical Facilities, Railway Passes, and other Central Government perquisites.
How to Apply
- Visit rrbapply.gov.in from 15 September 2026
- Register with valid Email ID and Mobile Number
- Select your preferred RRB zone
- Fill in educational, personal, and qualification details
- Upload photo, signature, and relevant certificates
- Pay application fee and submit
- Submit before 14 October 2026 (23:59 Hrs)
FAQs
Q1. What is RRB Paramedical CEN 05/2026?
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released CEN 05/2026 for 590 tentative vacancies across 9 Paramedical Category posts in Indian Railways. Detailed notification released on 14 September 2026. Applications open 15 September – 14 October 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies in RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026?
590 tentative vacancies across all RRBs — Nursing Superintendent (largest share), Pharmacist, Radiographer, Health & Malaria Inspector, Lab Assistant, ECG Technician, Dialysis Technician, Optometrist, and Audiologist & Speech Therapist.
Q3. What is the last date to apply for RRB Paramedical 2026?
14 October 2026 (23:59 Hrs). Applications open from 15 September 2026 at rrbapply.gov.in.
Q4. What is the salary for RRB Paramedical posts?
Pay Level 3 (₹21,700/month) to Pay Level 7 (₹44,900/month) basic pay as per 7th CPC, plus DA, HRA, TA, medical, Railway passes and all Central Govt perquisites.
Q5. Which are the new posts added in RRB Paramedical CEN 05/2026?
Optometrist and Audiologist & Speech Therapist are two new posts added in CEN 05/2026 that were not part of the previous paramedical recruitment.
Q6. Where to apply for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026?
Apply online at rrbapply.gov.in from 15 September 2026. Also check rrb.indianrailways.gov.in for your zone-specific RRB website and post-wise vacancies.
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