RRB Paramedical Recruitment Notification 2026 PDF Out (Today) for 560 Staff Nurse, Pharmacist & Other Posts

Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) has announced a total of 560 vacancies for various Paramedical Categories including Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist (Entry Grade), Dialysis Technician, ECG Technician, Laboratory Assistant Grade II, Radiographer/X-Ray Technician, Health and Malaria Inspector Grade II, Optometrist, and Audiologist & Speech Therapist.

As per the notification, the online applications will begin from 15 September 2026 onwards at https://rrbapply.gov.in/. The selection criteria include the Computer-Based Test (CBT), Document Verification, and Medical Examination. These posts fall under Pay Level 3 to Pay Level 7 of the 7th CPC, depending on the post.

RRB Paramedical Notification 2026

The short notice for the RRB Paramedical Notification 2026 under the Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 05/2026 has been released, announcing 560 vacancies across nine paramedical categories in Indian Railways. The official notification will be released today, 14 September 2026 on the official website https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in/.

What is RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026?

RRB Paramedical Recruitment has been announced for the recruitment of eligible candidates for various posts in Indian Railways’ health and medical services. Candidates must have qualifications in nursing, pharmacy, radiography, lab tech, and any other relevant field of medicine. The recruitment offers candidates employment opportunities in Railway hospitals and healthcare institutions.

RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026- Highlights

Railway Recruitment Boards have invited online applications from interested and eligible candidates for the recruitment of various Paramedical Staff posts. The selection for the RRB Paramedical exam includes the Computer-Based Test (CBT), Document Verification, and Medical Examination.

RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026- Important Dates

The online registration process for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 will commence from 15 September to 14 October 2026. Candidates must keep the important dates in mind to avoid missing any deadlines.

RRB Paramedical Vacancy 2026

Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) aim to fill a total of 560 vacancies for RRB Paramedical Staff posts under the recruitment drive. This year, two new categories have been added, providing candidates with more opportunities to apply for paramedical positions in Indian Railways.

Which RRB Paramedical Post Should You Apply For?

The RRB Paramedical post depends on your educational qualification, salary expectations, job responsibilities, etc.

Who can apply for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026?

Only those candidates who fulfill the required eligibility in terms of educational qualifications and age limit are eligible to apply online for RRB Paramedical posts.

Educational Qualification

• Nursing Superintendent – Candidates must have completed B.Sc. Nursing / GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) from a recognized institution, along with registration with the State Nursing Council.
• Pharmacist (Entry Grade) – Must have passed 10+2 with Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Mathematics) followed by a Diploma/Degree in Pharmacy (D.Pharm/B.Pharm) and registration with the State Pharmacy Council.
• Lab Assistant Grade II – Must have passed a Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) or equivalent.
• Radiographer/X-Ray Technician – Must have passed a Diploma/Degree in Radiography or Radiological Technology.
• Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II – Must have passed a Sanitary Inspector certificate or equivalent public health qualification.
• ECG Technician / Dialysis Technician / Optometrist / Audiologist & Speech Therapist – Candidates must have passed Relevant diploma/degree certifications specific to each specialization.

Age Limit (as on 01/01/2027)

• Minimum Age – 18 years
• Maximum Age – 35 years

Application Fee

The fee can be paid only through online payment modes, namely BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or by using Visa, MasterCard, Maestro, or RuPay Debit card.

How to Apply Online for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026?

1. Visit the Official RRB Application Portal.
2. Create an account using the required basic details and contact information.
3. Select the applicable RRB and post/category carefully after checking the eligibility requirements.
4. Fill in the details exactly as mentioned in the original documents.
5. Complete the identity verification process prescribed in the application system.
6. Upload the photograph, signature and other required documents in the prescribed format and size.
7. Pay the applicable fee through the available online payment method.
8. Check every field carefully before final submission.
9. Submit the form and save/download the confirmation page or application details for future reference

Documents Required to Apply for RRB Paramedical Exam

• Educational qualification certificates
• Marksheets
• Date of birth proof
• Valid mobile number
• Active email ID
• Photograph
• Signature
• Category certificate, wherever applicable
• Professional registration certificate, wherever applicable
• PwBD certificate, if applicable
• Other post-specific documents

What is the Selection Process for RRB Paramedical Posts?

The selection process for RRB Paramedical posts includes the CBT exam followed by the DV process.

Computer-Based Test → Shortlisting → Document Verification → Medical Examination → Final Appointment

RRB Paramedical Exam Pattern 2026

• In the RRB Paramedical Exam, questions will be objective-type, multiple-choice.
• The language of the exam is Hindi and English.
• Negative marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer
• The duration to complete the exam is 90 minutes.

Minimum Qualifying Marks

• UR/EWS – 40%
• OBC – 30%
• SC – 30%
• ST – 25%