Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB), Paramedical Staff Recruitment - 2026 (590 Vacancies)

Short Info : Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB), has published the notification for Paramedical Staff Recruitment - 2026 (590 Vacancies). Candidates who are interested in this Recruitment can Apply Online from 15 September, 2026 to 14 October, 2026. Read the job notification to know about eligibility, job information, selection process, age limit, pay scale and all other information.

Important Dates

Application Start Date

15 September, 2026

Last Date For Applying Online

14 October, 2026

Last Date For Paying Exam Fees

16 October, 2026

Dates for Modification window for corrections in application form with payment of modification fee (Please Note: Details filled in ‘Create an Account’ form and ‘Chosen RRB’ cannot be modified)

17-26 October, 2026

Dates during which eligible scribe candidates must provide their scribe details in the application portal

27-31 October, 2026

Exam Date

Notified Soon

Admit Card for Exam

Available Soon

Eligibility Details

Age Limit for Nursing Superintendent

20-40 Years (As on 01 January, 2027)

Age Limit for Dialysis Technician

20-33 Years (As on 01 January, 2027)

Age Limit for Health & Malaria Inspector Gr II

18-33 Years (As on 01 January, 2027)

Age Limit for Audiologist & Speech Therapist

21-30 Years (As on 01 January, 2027)

Age Limit for Pharmacist (Entry Grade)

20-35 Years (As on 01 January, 2027)

Age Limit for Radiographer X-Ray Technician

19-33 Years (As on 01 January, 2027)

Age Limit for ECG Technician

18-33 Years (As on 01 January, 2027)

Age Limit for Optometrist

18-33 Years (As on 01 January, 2027)

Age Limit for Lab Assistant Gr. II

18-33 Years (As on 01 January, 2027)

Relaxation in Upper Age Limit for Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe Candidates

05 Years

Relaxation in Upper Age Limit for Other Backward Classes (Non Creamy Layer) Candidates

03 Years

Relaxation in Upper Age Limit for Ex-Servicemen with at least six months continuous service after attestation

Ex-Servicemen (UR & EWS) - 03 Years, Ex-Servicemen (OBC-NCL) - 06 Years & Ex-Servicemen (SC & ST) - 08 Years

Relaxation in Upper Age Limit for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) Candidates

PwBD - UR & EWS - 10 Years, PwBD - OBC-NCL - 13 Years & PwBD - SC & ST - 15 Years

Maximum Upper Age for Candidates who are serving Group C and erstwhile Group D Railway Staff with minimum 3 years’ service as well as Substitutes with minimum 3 years’ service in continuous or in broken spells, in Railways

UR & EWS - 40 Years of Age, OBC (NCL) - 43 Years of Age & SC & ST - 45 Years of Age

Relaxation in Upper Age Limit for Candidates who are working in Quasi-Administrative offices of the Railway organization such as Railway Canteens, Co- operative Societies and Institutes.

Up to the length of service rendered OR 5 years, Whichever is Less.

Maximum Upper Age for Women candidates, who are widowed, divorced or judicially separated from husband but Not remarried.

UR & EWS - 35 Years of Age, OBC (NCL) - 38 Years of Age & SC & ST - 40 Years of Age

Application Fees Info

General / OBC / EWS Category Candidates

500 Rs./-

Refund Terms for General / OBC / EWS Category Candidates

Out of this fee of Rs. 500/-, an amount of ₹ 400/- shall be refunded duly deducting bank charges as applicable, on appearing in CBT

Female / Transgender / Ex-Servicemen Candidates and Candidates Belonging to SC / ST / Minority Communities / Economically Backward Class (EBC) / PwBD Category Candidates

250 Rs./-

Refund Terms for Female / Transgender / Ex-Servicemen Candidates and Candidates Belonging to SC / ST / Minority Communities / Economically Backward Class (EBC) / PwBD Category Candidates

Rs. 250/- shall be refunded duly deducting bank charges as applicable, on appearing in CBT.

Payment Mode

Online Through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking.

Vacancy Info

RRB Paramedical Categories Recruitment 2026 : Vacancy Details Total : 590 Post

Post Name Total Post Railway RRB Paramedical Post Eligibility

Nursing Superintendent 365 Certificate as Registered Nurse and Midwife having passed 3 years course in General Nursing and Midwifery from a school of Nursing or other institution recognized by the Indian Nursing Council OR B.Sc Nursing.
Note : The Indian Nursing Council has also laid down certain special concessions for the above courses in respect of Auxiliary Nurse Midwives, Midwives and B grade Nurses, by way of reduced course period etc. Candidates obtaining the qualification prescribed above under these concessions will also be eligible for recruitment.

Dialysis Technician

B.Sc. plus (a) Diploma in Haemodialysis (or) (b) two years satisfactory in-house Training / Experience in Haemodialysis work in a reputed institution (proof to be attached).

NOTE : B.Sc. in Dialysis Techniques/ B.Sc. in Dialysis Technology/ B.Sc. in Renal Dialysis Technology are also equivalent/acceptable qualifications.

Health & Malaria Inspector Gr II

B.Sc. having studied Chemistry as Main / Optional subject in any branch of Chemistry while undertaking the course. Plus

(a) One year Diploma of Health / Sanitary Inspector

(b) One year National Trade Certificate (NTC) in Health Sanitary Inspector awarded by National Council for Vocational Training, Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India, New Delhi.

Audiologist & Speech
Therapist

Bachelor in Audiology, Speech Language Pathology (BASLP) from a recognized University and must be registered with Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI).

Pharmacist (Entry Grade)

118

Bachelor Degree in Pharmacy (Allopathic) from a Central or State Government recognized University or Institute and registered as Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act, 1948 OR Doctor of Pharmacy from a Central or State Government recognized University or Institute and registered as Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act, 1948

Radiographer X-Ray
Technician

10+2 with Physics and Chemistry and Diploma in Radiography / X Ray Technician / Radiodiagnosis Technology (2 years course) from recognized Institute. Science graduates with Diploma in Radiography / X Ray Technician / Radiodiagnosis Technology (2 years course) shall be preferred.

NOTE : B.Sc. Medical Technology in Radiography/ B.Sc. Medical Radiography and Imaging Technology/ B.Sc. (Radiography)/ B.Sc. in Medical Imaging Technology/ B.Sc. in Radiological & Image Techniques/ 2 Year Diploma in Radiation Technology/ 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry and Degree of Bachelor in Radiation Technology are also equivalent/acceptable qualifications.

ECG Technician

10+2 / Graduation in Science having Certificate/Diploma/Degree in ECG Laboratory Technology / Cardiology / Cardiology Technician / Cardiology Techniques of a reputed institution. Note Certificate should be a minimum of one year duration and above. Open and Distance Learning mode of education by the Universities established by an Act of Parliament or State Legislature, Institutions Deemed to be Universities under Section 3 of the University Grants Commission Act, 1956 and Institutions of National Importance declared under an Act of Parliament stand automatically recognized for the purpose of employment to posts and services under the Central Government provided they have been approved by the University Grants Commission

Optometrist

B. Sc. In Optometry or Diploma in Ophthalmic Technician (the course should be of 3 to 4 years duration). The candidate should have Registration with the concerned Council / Licensing body.

Lab Assistant Gr. II

12th (10+2 stage) in Science plus (a) Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) (OR) (b) Certificate Course in Medical Lab. Technology at par with Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT)subject to the fulfilment of (i) The course has been done from the institution which is recognized by a University or Technical Board of State Government/Central Government authority (ii) The duration of the course is atleast 01 year (iii) During the course the candidate should have done the training on full time basis and (iv)At the end of the course, there should be system of examination which has been successfully passed by the candidate. Note Certificate should be a minimum of one year duration and above qualification should have been done full time. Open and Distance Learning mode of education by the Universities established by an Act of Parliament or State Legislature, Institutions Deemed to be Universities under Section 3 of the University Grants Commission Act, 1956 and Institutions of National Importance declared under an Act of Parliament stand automatically recognized for the purpose of employment to posts and services under the Central Government provided they have been approved by the University Grants Commission.

NOTE : 12th (10+2 stage) in Science plus Degree of Bachelor of Science Medical Lab Technology is also equivalent/acceptable qualification.

Zone Wise Vacancy Details : Category Wise Vacancy Details

RRB Name	UR	EWS	OBC	SC	ST	Total
RRB Ahmedabad	06	0	0	0	01	07
RRB Ajmer	06	0	02	01	02	11
RRB Bengaluru	07	01	05	04	01	18
RRB Bhopal	11	02	03	05	0	21
RRB Bhubaneswar	03	0	01	0	01	05
RRB Bilaspur	12	02	02	02	0	18
RRB Chandigarh	03	0	0	02	01	06
RRB Chennai	19	05	19	13	09	65
RRB Gorakhpur	15	03	04	06	05	33
RRB Guwahati	12	02	07	04	04	29
RRB Jammu-Srinagar	01	0	01	02	02	06
RRB Kolkata	40	10	12	20	16	98
RRB Malda	13	02	04	07	02	28
RRB Mumbai	29	03	12	13	04	61
RRB Muzaffarpur	09	02	04	01	03	19
RRB Patna	05	01	04	07	04	21
RRB Prayagraj	17	03	05	06	02	33
RRB Ranchi	10	0	05	03	02	21
RRB Secunderabad	28	08	18	08	09	71
RRB Siliguri	09	02	05	02	01	19
RRB Thiruvananthapuram	NA	NA	NA	NA	NA	N
How to Apply?
Visit Official Website : Access the unified RRB website at `[https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in/](https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in/)` to find the official application link. Create an Account : Click on the "Create an Account" link using a valid mobile number and active personal email ID, noting that these details cannot be modified later. Identity Authentication : Authenticate your identity during account creation or application filling using DigiLocker or Aadhaar for a smoother process. Select RRB and Zone : Choose only one Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) and indicate your preference for specific railway zones and posts. Fill Application Form : Enter all required personal, educational, and category details accurately into the online application form. Capture Live Photograph : Take a live photograph directly via webcam or mobile front camera following the strict dress and positioning guidelines (avoiding caps, glasses, or white clothing). Upload Scanned Documents : Upload your scanned signature using a black ink pen on white paper (JPG/JPEG format) and your SC/ST certificate in PDF format if claiming a free travel pass. Pay Examination Fee : Complete the fee payment online securely through net banking, debit/credit cards, or UPI (noting fee refund provisions upon attending the CBT). Submit and Print : Review all filled details carefully before final submission, since no corrections are allowed afterward except during the designated modification window.
Selection Process
Online Application Submission : Candidates must submit a single online application through the official RRB website along with the required fee before the closing date. Computer-Based Test (CBT) : Eligible candidates must appear for a single-stage Computer-Based Test consisting of 100 objective-type multiple-choice questions for 90 minutes (120 minutes for eligible PwBD candidates using a scribe) covering Professional Ability, General Awareness, Arithmetic, Reasoning, and General Science. Negative Marking in CBT : Marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer at the rate of one-third (1/3rd) of the marks allotted to that question. Shortlisting for Document Verification : Candidates will be shortlisted strictly based on their merit and performance in the CBT, meeting the minimum community qualifying marks, at a 1:1 ratio against notified vacancies. Document Verification (DV) : Shortlisted candidates must present themselves with all original educational, category, and identity certificates for thorough verification. Medical Fitness Test : Candidates clearing document verification will undergo a medical fitness examination conducted by Railway Medical Authorities matching the specific medical standards of the opted post. Empanelment and Allotment : Final empanelment and railway zone/unit allocation are done purely on merit, medical standard, post preference, and vacancy availability.