RRB Paramedical CEN 05/2026 Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 590 Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist and More Posts
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for 590 Paramedical posts. The online application process will be conducted from 15 September 2026 to 14 October 2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website, rrb.indianrailways.gov.in.
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, have released Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 05/2026 for the Recruitment of Various Categories of Para-Medical staff. This is a centralised notification issued across all RRBs for 9 distinct Paramedical posts, including Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist, Radiographer X-Ray Technician, ECG Technician, Optometrist, and Lab Assistant Grade II.
In brief: RRB is recruiting for 9 Paramedical posts with 590 vacancies across all RRB zones. Candidates with post-specific qualifications ranging from 12th pass with a diploma to a Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Pharmacy, or allied paramedical fields, aged between 18-40 years depending on the post, can apply. Online registration opens 15.09.2026 and closes 14.10.2026 (23:59 hrs). Applications are online only via the unified RRB website. Selection is through a Single Stage Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by Document Verification and a Medical Examination.
RRB CEN 05/2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways, Government of India |
| Notification | Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 05/2026 — Recruitment of Paramedical Categories |
| Posts | 9 Paramedical posts (Nursing Superintendent, Dialysis Technician, Health & Malaria Inspector Gr II, Audiologist & Speech Therapist, Pharmacist, Radiographer X-Ray Technician, ECG Technician, Optometrist, Lab Assistant Gr II) |
| Total Vacancies | 590 (All RRBs) |
| Application Mode | Online only, via https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in |
| Application Fee | ₹500 (General); ₹250 (SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Minorities/EBC) — partially refundable |
| Online Registration Start Date | 15.09.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14.10.2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Selection Process | Single Stage CBT → Document Verification → Medical Examination |
| Official Website | https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in |
RRB CEN 05/2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Indicative Notice in Employment News | 12.09.2026 |
| Opening Date of Online Application | 15.09.2026 |
| Closing Date for Submission of Online Application | 14.10.2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Last Date for Application Fee Payment (for submitted applications) | 16.10.2026 |
| Application Modification Window (with modification fee) | 17.10.2026 to 26.10.2026 |
| Window for Eligible Scribe Candidates to Provide Scribe Details | 27.10.2026 to 31.10.2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | Not specified in the notification; to be communicated later on the RRB website |
RRB CEN 05/2026 Vacancy Details
There are 590 vacancies across 9 posts, spread over all RRB zones. RRB-wise and Railway Zone-wise distribution is provided in Annexure-B of the official notification and is not reproduced here in full — the post-wise combined totals are as follows.
| S.No. | Post Name | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Initial Pay (₹) | Medical Standard | Age (as on 01.01.2027) | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nursing Superintendent | 7 | 44,900 | C1 | 20–40 | 365 |
| 2 | Dialysis Technician | 6 | 35,400 | B1 | 20–33 | 1 |
| 3 | Health & Malaria Inspector Gr II | 6 | 35,400 | C1 | 18–33 | 43 |
| 4 | Audiologist & Speech Therapist | 6 | 35,400 | B1 | 21–30 | 1 |
| 5 | Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | 5 | 29,200 | C2 | 20–35 | 118 |
| 6 | Radiographer X-Ray Technician | 5 | 29,200 | B1 | 19–33 | 25 |
| 7 | ECG Technician | 4 | 25,500 | C1 | 18–33 | 4 |
| 8 | Optometrist | 4 | 25,500 | B1 | 18–33 | 2 |
| 9 | Lab Assistant Gr. II | 3 | 21,700 | B1 | 18–33 | 31 |
| Grand Total (All RRBs) | 590 | |||||
RRB-wise and Railway Zone-wise vacancy numbers, along with PwBD (VI/LD/HI/MD) and Ex-Servicemen backlog vacancies, are given in Annexure-B of the detailed CEN. Vacancies indicated are provisional and may increase or decrease as per the requirement of Railway administrations concerned.
RRB CEN 05/2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must already possess the prescribed educational/technical/professional qualification from a recognised Institute/University as on the closing date, 14.10.2026. Candidates awaiting final results are NOT eligible to apply.
RRB CEN 05/2026 Post-wise Qualification & Medical Standard
| Post | Minimum Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Nursing Superintendent | Registered Nurse and Midwife certificate (3-year course in General Nursing and Midwifery from an Indian Nursing Council-recognised institution) OR B.Sc. Nursing |
| Dialysis Technician | B.Sc. plus Diploma in Haemodialysis, or 2 years' satisfactory in-house training/experience in Haemodialysis work (B.Sc. in Dialysis Techniques/Technology/Renal Dialysis Technology also eligible) |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Gr II | B.Sc. with Chemistry as a subject, plus 1-year Diploma in Health/Sanitary Inspector OR 1-year NTC in Health Sanitary Inspector (NCVT) |
| Audiologist & Speech Therapist | Bachelor in Audiology, Speech Language Pathology (BASLP) from a recognised University, registered with the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | Bachelor Degree in Pharmacy (Allopathic) or Doctor of Pharmacy from a recognised University/Institute, registered as Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act, 1948 |
| Radiographer X-Ray Technician | 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry plus Diploma in Radiography/X-Ray Technician/Radiodiagnosis Technology (2-year course); Science graduates with the same diploma preferred (various equivalent B.Sc. Radiography/Imaging qualifications also eligible) |
| ECG Technician | 10+2/Graduation in Science with Certificate/Diploma/Degree in ECG Laboratory Technology/Cardiology/Cardiology Technician/Techniques (minimum 1-year duration) |
| Optometrist | B.Sc. in Optometry or Diploma in Ophthalmic Technician (3–4 year course), with registration from the concerned Council/Licensing body |
| Lab Assistant Gr. II | 12th (10+2) in Science plus Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) or an equivalent Certificate Course (minimum 1-year, full-time) (B.Sc. Medical Lab Technology also eligible) |
Open and Distance Learning (ODL) qualifications from UGC-recognised Universities/Institutions of National Importance are accepted for ECG Technician and Lab Assistant Gr. II posts, subject to UGC approval.
RRB CEN 05/2026 Age Limit
Age is reckoned as on 01.01.2027. The lower and upper age limits vary by post, as shown in the Vacancy table above (ranging from 18–33 years to 20–40 years). Date of birth must match the Matriculation/SSLC certificate; no subsequent change will be considered.
| Category | Age Relaxation in Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (UR & EWS) | 3 years (after deducting length of service from age) |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC-NCL) | 6 years (after deducting length of service) |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC & ST) | 8 years (after deducting length of service) |
| PwBD – UR & EWS | 10 years |
| PwBD – OBC (NCL) | 13 years |
| PwBD – SC & ST | 15 years |
| Serving Group C/erstwhile Group D Railway staff / Substitutes with min. 3 years' service (UR/EWS) | Up to 40 years of age |
| Same, OBC (NCL) | Up to 43 years of age |
| Same, SC/ST | Up to 45 years of age |
| Widowed/divorced/judicially separated women, not remarried (UR/EWS) | Up to 35 years of age |
| Same, OBC (NCL) | Up to 38 years of age |
| Same, SC/ST | Up to 40 years of age |
If a candidate is eligible for relaxation on more than one ground, only the maximum single relaxation applies (not cumulative). SC/ST/OBC-NCL candidates applying against UR vacancies will not get any age relaxation.
RRB CEN 05/2026 Salary
| Post | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Initial Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing Superintendent | 7 | ₹44,900 |
| Dialysis Technician / Health & Malaria Inspector Gr II / Audiologist & Speech Therapist | 6 | ₹35,400 |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) / Radiographer X-Ray Technician | 5 | ₹29,200 |
| ECG Technician / Optometrist | 4 | ₹25,500 |
| Lab Assistant Gr. II | 3 | ₹21,700 |
RRB CEN 05/2026 Application Fee
| Category | Fee | Refund |
|---|---|---|
| All other candidates (General) | ₹500 | ₹400 refunded (minus bank charges) on appearing in CBT |
| SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minorities, or Economically Backward Class (EBC) | ₹250 | Fully refunded (minus bank charges) on appearing in CBT |
- Fee payment modes: internet banking, debit/credit cards, or UPI only — no other mode is accepted.
- Applications received without the prescribed fee will be summarily rejected.
- Refunds are credited only to the candidate's Aadhaar-seeded bank account.
- EBC (Economically Backward Class), EWS (Economically Weaker Section), and OBC are three distinct categories — EBC candidates get only fee concession, not job reservation.
RRB CEN 05/2026 Selection Process
Selection consists of a Single Stage Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by Document Verification (DV) and a Medical Examination.
- The CBT is of 90 minutes' duration for 100 questions (120 minutes for PwBD/PWD candidates eligible for the Scribe facility), with objective multiple-choice questions (4 options, 1 correct answer).
- There is negative marking of 1/3 mark for every wrong answer.
CBT Section-wise Marks (Indicative)
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Ability | 70 | 70 |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| General Arithmetic, General Intelligence & Reasoning | 10 | 10 |
| General Science | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
The subject/section-wise distribution is indicative and may vary. CBT questions are available in English, Hindi, and 13 regional Indian languages (Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Konkani, Malayalam, Manipuri, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu).
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| UR/EWS | 40% |
| OBC (NCL) and SC | 30% |
| ST | 25% |
These percentages also apply to Ex-Servicemen and PwBD candidates as per their community, and may be relaxed by 2 marks for PwBD candidates in case of a shortage against reserved vacancies. Shortlisting for Document Verification will be done RRB-wise at the rate of 1:1 of vacancies, strictly on CBT merit. In case of a tie, the older candidate is ranked higher; if age is also the same, alphabetical order of the given name is used.
Final empanelment is based on CBT merit, subject to successful Document Verification and passing the prescribed Medical Examination. RRBs only recommend empanelled candidates — the appointment offer is issued by the respective Railway Administration.
How to Apply for RRB CEN 05/2026
- Visit the unified RRB website, https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in, and navigate to the relevant individual RRB webpage.
- "Create an Account" using a valid personal mobile number and active email ID (mandatory for OTPs). Candidates who already have an account from earlier RRB CENs (2024/2025/2026) should use the same login credentials.
- Authenticate your identity using DigiLocker or Aadhaar at the account-creation stage for smoother verification at later stages (alternate Photo ID verification means stricter scrutiny).
- Fill the online application form with your chosen RRB, Railway Zone and post preferences — only one RRB can be selected, and options once exercised are final.
- Capture a live photograph via webcam or mobile front camera as prompted (no pre-existing photo upload); wear non-white/dark clothing, no cap, mask or glasses.
- Upload your scanned signature and other mandatory documents as specified in the application.
- Choose your medium of examination from the available language options.
- Submit the application and proceed to pay the examination fee online (net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI) — acceptance of the application is final only after fee payment confirmation.
- Complete submission before 14.10.2026 (23:59 hrs), and complete fee payment by 16.10.2026.
- Use the modification window (17.10.2026 to 26.10.2026, with a ₹250 fee per correction) if any details (other than "Create an Account" data and chosen RRB) need correction.
Multiple applications to different RRBs, or the same RRB, will result
in rejection of all applications and may lead to disqualification and
debarment from the recruitment process and future RRB/RRC examinations.
RRB CEN 05/2026 Important Instructions
- Candidates must fulfil all prescribed educational and technical qualifications on or before the closing date; those awaiting final results are not eligible.
- RRB-wise and Railway-wise vacancies are provisional and may increase or decrease per Railway administration requirements.
- Candidates can choose only one RRB and indicate preferences for Railway Zones and posts within that RRB; options once exercised are final.
- Candidature is provisional at all stages; certificates for educational qualification, age, caste/category, etc. are verified only at the time of Document Verification.
- Crucial date for claiming SC/ST/OBC/EWS/EBC status or any other benefit is the closing date for online application submission, unless specified otherwise.
- Candidates must fulfil the prescribed medical standards for their opted post; those found medically unsuitable will not be given an alternative appointment.
- City/centre allocation and CBT dates are based on technical and logistical feasibility; requests for change of exam date/centre/shift will not be entertained.
- Details filled in the "Create an Account" form (including mobile number and email ID) and chosen RRB cannot be modified at any stage.
- Banned items in the examination hall include mobile phones, smartwatches, Bluetooth devices, calculators, and other electronic gadgets; violation leads to cancellation of candidature and debarment.
- Mock/practice tests will be made available on RRB websites to familiarize candidates with the online examination process.
RRB CEN 05/2026 Important Links
- Apply Online: Click here
- Notification PDF: Click here
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