Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced recruitment for Paramedical Staff with 590 vacancies in All India.
The online application process has already begun from 15 September 2026. Eligible candidates must complete their application on or before 14 October 2026 to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Before applying, candidates are advised to review the age eligibility criteria carefully. The minimum age required is 18 Years. Maximum age varies by category or gender (see details below) as calculated on 01 January 2027. Age relaxation will be applicable as per government rules.
Post: Paramedical Staff
Organization: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Job Type: Central Government
Total Posts: 590
Location: All India
📅 Important Dates
| Apply Start | 15 September 2026 |
| Apply Last Date | 14 October 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 16 October 2026 |
| Exam Date | Notify Later |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
| Correction Date | 17 – 26 October 2026 |
| Result Date | Will Be Updated Here Soon |
💰 Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 500/- |
| SC / ST / PH / Female | ₹ 250/- |
| Payment Mode | Online via Debit/Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, or Mobile Wallet |
🎂 Age Limit
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age Details
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Nursing Superintendent | 40 Years |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | 35 Years |
| Radiographer (X-Ray Technician) | 33 Years |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Grade-II | 33 Years |
| AUDIOLOGIST & SPEECH THERAPIST | 30 Years |
| Lab Assistant Grade-II | 33 Years |
| Dialysis Technician | 33 Years |
| OPTOMETRIST | 33 Years |
| ECG Technician | 33 Years |
Age As On: 01 January 2027
Note:
- RRB provides age relaxation for the Paramedical Staff position as per their regulations.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
| Post | Qualification | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing Superintendent | GNM Diploma or B.Sc Nursing | Registered Nurse and Midwife |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | B.Pharma or Pharm.D | Registered as Pharmacist under Pharmacy Act, 1948 |
| Radiographer (X-Ray Technician) | 12th Pass with Physics/Chemistry and Diploma/Degree in Radiography | Equivalent B.Sc. Medical Technology degrees accepted |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Grade-II | B.Sc. with Chemistry and Diploma/NTC in Health/Sanitary Inspector | N/A |
| Lab Assistant Grade-II | 12th Pass (Science) + DMLT or B.Sc. in Medical Lab Technology | N/A |
📊 Vacancy Details
Post Wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | No. Of Post |
|---|---|
| RRB Paramedical Staff | 365 |
| Dialysis Technician | 01 |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Gr II | 43 |
| Audiologist & Speech Therapist | 01 |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | 118 |
| Radiographer X-Ray Technician | 25 |
| ECG Technician | 04 |
| Optometrist | 02 |
| Lab Assistant Gr. II | 31 |
📝 Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT) Exam
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
🖊️ How to Apply
- Visit the official RRB application portal at rrbapply.gov.in.
- Click on the recruitment notification link for Paramedical Staff (CEN 05/2026).
- Register by providing basic details to generate login credentials.
- Log in and fill out the complete application form with personal and educational information.
- Upload required scanned documents such as photographs and signatures.
- Pay the application fee based on your category using online payment methods.
- Verify all entered data and submit the form before the deadline of 14 October 2026.
🔗 Important Links
| Link Type | Action |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. When does the RRB Paramedical Staff 2026 application process begin?
Ans. The online application for these posts started on 15 September 2026.
Q. What is the final date to submit the application form?
Ans. Candidates must submit their online applications by 14 October 2026.
Q. What is the age requirement for RRB Paramedical Bharti 2026?
Ans. Applicants should be between 18 and 40 years old, calculated as of 01 January 2027. Note that specific limits vary by post.
Q. Where can I find the official RRB website?
Ans. The official web portal is located at https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in/
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