RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 online applications open on 15 September 2026 for 590 vacancies under Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 05/2026. Railway Recruitment Boards are recruiting Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist (Entry Grade), Health and Malaria Inspector Grade II, Lab Assistant Grade II, Radiographer X-Ray Technician and other paramedical categories across participating Railway zones and production units.
The detailed CEN was released on 14 September 2026. Candidates can submit the online application up to 14 October 2026 at 11:59 PM. The fee-payment window continues until 16 October 2026. Applicants should select their RRB carefully because the chosen RRB cannot be changed later through the modification window.
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting authority | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways |
| Notification | CEN No. 05/2026 |
| Recruitment | Various Paramedical Categories |
| Total vacancies | 590 |
| Application mode | Online |
| Application start | 15 September 2026 |
| Last date | 14 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Fee payment deadline | 16 October 2026 |
| Modification window | 17 to 26 October 2026 |
| Age reckoning date | 1 January 2027 |
| Selection | Computer Based Test, Document Verification and Medical Examination |
RRB Paramedical Vacancy 2026
The detailed recruitment contains 590 vacancies across nine paramedical categories. Nursing Superintendent is the largest category with 365 posts, followed by Pharmacist with 118 posts.
| Post | Vacancies | Pay Level | Initial Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing Superintendent | 365 | Level 7 | Rs 44,900 |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | 118 | Level 5 | Rs 29,200 |
| Health and Malaria Inspector Grade II | 43 | Level 6 | Rs 35,400 |
| Lab Assistant Grade II | 31 | Level 3 | Rs 21,700 |
| Radiographer X-Ray Technician | 25 | Level 5 | Rs 29,200 |
| ECG Technician | 4 | Level 4 | Rs 25,500 |
| Optometrist | 2 | Level 4 | Rs 25,500 |
| Dialysis Technician | 1 | Level 6 | Rs 35,400 |
| Audiologist and Speech Therapist | 1 | Level 6 | Rs 35,400 |
| Total | 590 |
Vacancies are distributed among participating RRBs and Railway units and include category-wise reservation. Candidates should use the RRB-wise vacancy annexure in CEN 05/2026 when deciding which RRB to select.
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Educational qualification is different for every post. Nursing Superintendent applicants need the prescribed nursing qualification, such as registration as a Nurse and Midwife after the recognised three-year General Nursing and Midwifery course or B.Sc. Nursing, subject to the exact conditions in the CEN. Pharmacist applicants need the prescribed pharmacy qualification and registration. Technician, inspector, radiographer, optometrist and audiology posts require the relevant recognised diploma, degree, certificate or professional registration stated for that category.
Candidates should not apply only on the basis of a similar course name. The qualification must satisfy the wording and recognition conditions in the official post-parameter table by the closing date.
RRB Paramedical Age Limit
| Post | Age as on 1 January 2027 |
|---|---|
| Nursing Superintendent | 20 to 40 years |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | 20 to 35 years |
| Health and Malaria Inspector Grade II | 18 to 33 years |
| Lab Assistant Grade II | 18 to 33 years |
| Radiographer X-Ray Technician | 19 to 33 years |
| ECG Technician | 18 to 33 years |
| Optometrist | 18 to 33 years |
| Dialysis Technician | 20 to 33 years |
| Audiologist and Speech Therapist | 21 to 30 years |
Upper-age relaxation applies according to the CEN. The notified standard relaxations include 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC Non-Creamy Layer candidates. Eligible PwBD candidates receive the applicable additional relaxation. Ex-servicemen and other notified categories should check the detailed conditions before calculating their final upper-age limit.
Application Fee
| Candidate category | Examination fee | Refund after appearing in CBT |
|---|---|---|
| General fee category | Rs 500 | Rs 400, after applicable bank charges |
| SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minorities and Economically Backward Class candidates covered by the notified concession | Rs 250 | Rs 250, after applicable bank charges |
Candidates must satisfy the notification conditions for any fee concession. The refund is linked to appearing in the CBT and is subject to the conditions in the CEN.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Detailed CEN released | 14 September 2026 |
| Online application opens | 15 September 2026 |
| Last date to submit application | 14 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Last date for fee payment after application closing | 16 October 2026 |
| Modification window | 17 to 26 October 2026 |
| Scribe details window | 27 to 31 October 2026 |
| CBT date | To be announced by RRB |
Selection Process and CBT
Selection is based primarily on a Computer Based Test followed by Document Verification and the prescribed Railway medical examination. The CBT has 100 objective questions for 100 marks and a normal duration of 90 minutes. Professional Ability carries the largest share with 70 questions. General Awareness, General Arithmetic plus Intelligence and Reasoning, and General Science carry 10 questions each. One-third mark is deducted for each incorrect answer.
Candidates shortlisted on CBT merit proceed to Document Verification. Appointment also depends on satisfying the medical standard prescribed for the selected post and all eligibility requirements.
How to Apply for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026
- Open the official RRB online application portal.
- Create or use the candidate account as instructed by RRB.
- Select CEN 05/2026 for Paramedical Categories.
- Choose the RRB carefully and review the RRB-wise vacancies before final submission.
- Enter personal, category, educational and professional-registration details exactly as supported by documents.
- Upload the photograph, signature and other required material in the prescribed format.
- Pay the applicable examination fee online.
- Preview the complete application and submit it before 14 October 2026 at 11:59 PM.
- Save the submitted application and payment confirmation.
Documents to Keep Ready
Keep the Class 10 certificate for date-of-birth verification, relevant diploma or degree certificates, nursing or pharmacy council registration where applicable, category and reservation certificates, valid identity details, photograph and signature ready. Applicants claiming EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwBD, ex-servicemen or another benefit must satisfy the certificate format and validity conditions in CEN 05/2026.
Important Official Links
| Purpose | Official link |
|---|---|
| RRB Chandigarh official website and CEN notices | RRB Chandigarh |
| RRB online application portal | Apply Now |
Official PDF note: CEN 05/2026 has been released through the official Railway Recruitment Board network. At publication time, the RRB Chandigarh server was not consistently returning the new PDF through automated access, so an unverified or third-party PDF URL has deliberately not been presented as an official direct PDF. Candidates should open CEN 05/2026 from the official RRB website above. This page will not substitute a mirror for an official notification link.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are in RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026?
CEN 05/2026 contains 590 vacancies across nine paramedical categories.
When does the RRB Paramedical application start?
The online application window opens on 15 September 2026.
What is the last date to apply?
The application must be submitted by 14 October 2026 at 11:59 PM. The separate fee-payment deadline is 16 October 2026.
Which post has the most vacancies?
Nursing Superintendent has 365 vacancies, the highest number in this CEN. Pharmacist (Entry Grade) has 118 vacancies.
What is the RRB Paramedical selection process?
The recruitment uses a Computer Based Test followed by Document Verification and the prescribed Railway medical examination.
Can I change my selected RRB during the correction window?
No. Candidates should choose the RRB carefully at the application stage because the selected RRB is among the details that cannot be changed through the normal modification process.