Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), under the Ministry of Railways, have released the indicative notification for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 through Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 05/2026.
A total of 560 tentative Paramedical vacancies will be filled through this recruitment. The posts include Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist, Radiographer, Lab Assistant, ECG Technician, Health & Malaria Inspector, Dialysis Technician and other Paramedical Categories.
The online application process is expected to start on 15 September 2026 and continue until 14 October 2026. Candidates should check the detailed CEN for post-wise qualification and other eligibility requirements.
EXPERIENCE IMPORTANT: Post-wise eligibility and experience requirements may vary. Candidates must carefully check the detailed CEN No. 05/2026 before applying.
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways |
| Recruitment Name | RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 |
| CEN No. | CEN 05/2026 |
| Post Names | Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist, Radiographer, Lab Assistant, ECG Technician, Health & Malaria Inspector, Dialysis Technician & Others |
| Total Posts | 560 (Tentative) |
| Age Limit | 18–40 Years |
| Qualification | Post-wise Nursing, Pharmacy, Medical/Paramedical Qualification, Diploma/Degree & Other Relevant Qualifications |
| Application Fee | ₹500 for UR/OBC/EWS; ₹250 for specified reserved categories |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Salary | Pay Level 3 to Pay Level 7 as per 7th CPC |
| Experience | Post-wise; check detailed CEN |
| Eligibility | Candidates fulfilling the post-wise qualification, age and other conditions |
| Application Fee | Online payment through Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card or UPI |
Application Fee Refund
UR/OBC/EWS candidates have to pay ₹500, out of which ₹400 is refundable after appearing in the CBT. For eligible categories such as SC, ST, ExSM, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minorities and EBC, the fee is ₹250, subject to the applicable refund rules.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Starts | 15 September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 October 2026, 11:59 PM (Tentative) |
Note: The above dates are based on the indicative/short notice. Candidates should follow the detailed official CEN for final dates and instructions.
RRB Paramedical Vacancy 2026
The indicative notification mentions 560 tentative vacancies across various Paramedical Categories.
Major posts include:
- Nursing Superintendent
- Pharmacist
- Radiographer
- Lab Assistant
- ECG Technician
- Health & Malaria Inspector
- Dialysis Technician
- Other Paramedical Posts
The detailed CEN will provide the final post-wise and Railway/zone-wise vacancy details.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy the prescribed conditions given in CEN 05/2026, including:
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age: 40 years
- Required Nursing, Pharmacy, Medical, Diploma, Degree or other relevant qualification as applicable to the post
- Candidates must fulfil post-wise eligibility requirements.
- Experience, wherever prescribed for a particular post, must be fulfilled.
- Age relaxation will be applicable to eligible reserved categories as per Railway rules.
Important: Since the recruitment covers multiple Paramedical posts, educational qualifications and experience can differ from one post to another. Always check the detailed CEN before submitting the application.
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process is expected to include:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination (ME)
Candidates shortlisted through the recruitment process must satisfy the required medical and document verification conditions.
How to Apply for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official RRB application portal.
- Visit the official RRB application portal.
- Open the CEN 05/2026 Paramedical Recruitment section.
- Read the detailed notification carefully.
- Complete the registration process.
- Enter personal, educational and other required details.
- Upload the required documents and photograph.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Submit the application before the last date.
- Download and save the application confirmation for future reference.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
| Official Apply Online | Apply Online for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 |
| Details / Short Notification | Download RRB Paramedical CEN 05/2026 Short Notice |
| Official RRB Website | Visit Railway Recruitment Boards Official Website |
| Indian Railways Website | Visit Indian Railways Official Website |
Official Apply Link
Candidates can use the official RRB application portal to register and submit their application for CEN 05/2026. Applicants should complete the form carefully and verify all details before final submission.
Details PDF / Short Notification
Candidates can check the RRB Paramedical CEN 05/2026 short notification for the initial recruitment details. The detailed CEN should be referred to for complete post-wise qualifications, vacancies, eligibility and application instructions.
About Railway Recruitment Boards
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) are recruitment organisations under the Ministry of Railways responsible for conducting recruitment examinations for various posts in Indian Railways. RRBs conduct recruitment for technical, non-technical, paramedical and other categories through different Centralised Employment Notifications.
RRB Paramedical recruitment provides opportunities for eligible healthcare and allied medical professionals to work in the Indian Railways healthcare system.
FAQs – RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are announced in RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026?
A total of 560 tentative Paramedical vacancies have been indicated under CEN 05/2026.
Q2. What is the RRB Paramedical application starting date?
The online application is expected to start from 15 September 2026.
Q3. What is the last date to apply for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026?
The tentative last date is 14 October 2026 up to 11:59 PM.
Q4. What is the age limit for RRB Paramedical Recruitment?
The indicated age limit is 18 to 40 years, subject to applicable relaxations.
Q5. Is experience important for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026?
Yes, candidates must carefully check the post-wise experience requirement in the detailed CEN. Requirements can vary depending on the Paramedical post.
Q6. What is the selection process?
The recruitment process includes CBT, Document Verification and Medical Examination, as applicable.
Q7. What is the application mode?
The application mode is online through the official RRB application portal.
Q8. Where can candidates check the official notification?
Candidates can check the CEN 05/2026 short notice and official RRB websites for recruitment updates and the detailed notification.