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RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 590 Nursing, Pharmacist & Technician Posts (CEN 05/2026)

Advt No: CEN No. 05/2026•Railway Recruitment Boards (Ministry of Railways)

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Total Vacancies

RRB

590

Nursing Superintendent (Level 7), Pharmacist - Entry Grade (Level 5), Health and Malaria Inspector Grade III (Level 5)

Min Qualification

ANY GRADUATE

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Age Limit & Cut-off

18 – 40 Yrs

as on 1 Jan 2027

Pay Scale / Salary

₹21,700–₹1,42,400

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Railway Recruitment Boards (Ministry of Railways) (Advt No: CEN No. 05/2026)

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About this Recruitment

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), on behalf of the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, have officially issued Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 05/2026 to recruit 590 medical and healthcare professionals across Indian Railways Zonal Hospitals and Health Units. Major vacancies include 365 Nursing Superintendents (Pay Level 7 with basic pay ₹44,900/-), 118 Pharmacists Entry Grade (Pay Level 5 with basic pay ₹29,200/-), 43 Health and Malaria Inspectors, 31 Laboratory Assistants Grade II, and 25 Radiographers. Candidates holding recognized qualifications such as B.Sc Nursing/GNM, B.Pharm/D.Pharm, or DMLT are eligible according to post-specific criteria. The online registration portal at rrbapply.gov.in is active until 14 October 2026 (23:59 hours). The selection process features a single-stage Computer Based Test (CBT) covering professional domain knowledge and general subjects, followed by document verification and medical assessment.

✨ Copilot Highlights

RRB CEN 05/2026 announces 590 vacancies across Indian Railways healthcare and hospital divisions.
365 posts reserved for Nursing Superintendent in Pay Level 7 (Basic Pay ₹44,900/- with gross monthly salary exceeding ₹75,000/-).
118 posts for Pharmacist (Entry Grade) in Pay Level 5 (Basic Pay ₹29,200/-) requiring Pharmacy Council registration.
Computer Based Test (CBT) of 100 questions gives 70% weightage directly to the candidate's professional nursing/pharmacy/lab technical discipline.
Application fee includes refund clause: ₹400 refunded for General/OBC and full ₹250 refunded for SC/ST/Female/PwBD candidates upon appearing in the CBT.
Deadline alert: Online application window closes strictly on 14 October 2026 at 11:59 PM on rrbapply.gov.in.

Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator

Minimum Age

18 Years

Maximum Age

40 Years

* Age calculated as on: 1 January 2027

Category-Wise Age Relaxations:

OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Candidates: +3 Years

SC / ST Candidates: +5 Years

Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD - UR/EWS): +10 Years

Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD - OBC NCL): +13 Years

Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD - SC/ST): +15 Years

Ex-Servicemen (ESM): +3 Years

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Educational Eligibility: ANY GRADUATE, DIPLOMA, TWELFTH PASS

Important Dates & Timeline

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Notification Released

14 September 2026

Application Start Date

15 September 2026

Last Date to Apply

14 October 2026

Exam Date

15 December 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post Name	Vacancies	Eligibility
Nursing Superintendent (Level 7)	365	ANY GRADUATE
Pharmacist - Entry Grade (Level 5)	118	DIPLOMA
Health and Malaria Inspector Grade III (Level 5)	43	ANY GRADUATE
Laboratory Assistant Grade II (Level 3)	31	DIPLOMA
Radiographer / X-Ray Technician (Level 5)	25	DIPLOMA
ECG Technician (Level 4)	4	DIPLOMA
Optometrist (Level 4)	2	DIPLOMA
Dialysis Technician (Level 4)	1	DIPLOMA
Audiologist and Speech Therapist (Level 5)	1	ANY GRADUATE

Compensation & 7th CPC Pay Matrix

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator

Pay Level / Grade: 7th CPC Pay Matrix Levels 3, 4, 5 & 7 (₹21,700 – ₹1,42,400) plus 50% DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, Dress Allowance & Railway Medical Passes

Official Pay Scale

₹21,700 - ₹1,42,400

Select Posting City Tier (Calculates HRA & In-Hand):

Ministry of Finance City Classification

Covered Locations: State Capitals & cities with 5–50 lakh population (e.g. Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna, Bhopal, Chandigarh)

Monthly Allowances & Earnings

Tier Y

Basic Pay₹44,900

Dearness Allowance (DA)50%

₹22,450

House Rent Allowance (HRA)18%

₹8,082

Transport Allowance (TA)₹2,700

Gross Monthly Salary₹78,132

Standard Deductions

Statutory

National Pension System (NPS)10% (Basic+DA)

-₹6,735

CGHS / Health Insurance-₹650

Group Insurance (CGEGIS)-₹60

Total Deductions-₹7,445

Estimated Monthly In-Hand in Class Y (Tier-2 Cities)

₹70,687

/ month (take-home)

Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.

Approx Annual Gross (CTC)

₹9.38 LPA

Verified Statutory Pay Rules & Legal Disclaimer

Statutory Rules Disclaimer: The in-hand salary figures displayed above are illustrative estimates computed under 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) / State Government Pay Matrix norms (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance + City-Tier HRA + Transport Allowance minus statutory 10% NPS and health insurance contributions). Actual net monthly take-home on the candidate's official pay slip will vary based on exact posting location, city classification, entitlement/opting of government quarters (which waives HRA), and department-specific allowances. For binding statutory terms, please refer to the official recruitment notification.

Scheme of Examination & Syllabus

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

Official exam stages, subject marks distribution & interactive preparation tracker

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Computer Based Test (CBT)

Exam Mode: Online Computer Based Examination (100 Questions, 100 Marks)

90 Minutes

Total Marks: 100

Negative Marking: 1/3rd marks deducted per incorrect answer (0.33 mark penalty)

Subject / Section	No. of Questions	Max Marks
Professional Domain Ability (Nursing / Pharmacy / Lab Tech / Radiology)	70	70
General Awareness & Current Affairs	10	10
General Arithmetic, General Intelligence & Reasoning	10	10
General Science (Physics, Chemistry & Life Sciences up to 10th standard)	10	10

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General Awareness (10 Marks)

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Arithmetic, Intelligence & Reasoning (10 Marks)

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General Science (10 Marks)

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Official Application Protocol

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.

Access the official Indian Railways recruitment portal at rrbapply.gov.in.

Click on 'Apply' and select 'Create an Account' if you are a new applicant, providing your Aadhaar Number, Full Name, Mobile Number, and active Email Address.

Verify the mobile OTP and email OTP to generate your unique Login Credentials.

Choose the post according to your educational qualification (e.g. Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist, Lab Assistant).

Enter personal details, community reservation details, residential address, and bank account information for fee refund processing.

Fill in complete educational qualifications, professional diploma/degree registration details, and council registration numbers.

Capture live web-camera photograph as per specified parameters and upload scanned signature (10-40 KB) and caste certificate (if applicable).

Pay the non-refundable examination fee of ₹500 (₹400 refundable) or ₹250 (full refund) through the integrated payment gateway.

Review the complete application summary, submit the online form, and download a copy of the final submitted application before 14 October 2026 (23:59 IST).

Document Upload Specifications

Verified Official Format

Live Webcam Photograph

Captured live via portal interface with clear lighting, neutral expression, white background, no cap/spectacles

Candidate Signature

JPEG format, 30 KB to 70 KB, black or dark blue ink on plain white paper, 140x60 pixels

SC / ST Caste Certificate

PDF format, 100 KB to 300 KB, mandatory for seeking free train travel pass

Professional Registration Certificate (Nursing / Pharmacy)

State Nursing Council / Pharmacy Council registration certificate validating professional license

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Application Fee Details

General / OBC / EWS Male Candidates (₹400 refundable upon appearing in CBT)₹500

SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Female / Transgender / EBC Candidates (Full ₹250 refundable upon appearing in CBT)₹250

Payment Modes: Online payment via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card or UPI through SBI e-Pay Gateway

Selection Process

Stage 1: Computer Based Test (CBT) consisting of 100 Objective MCQs for 100 Marks (70 Marks Professional Domain Subject, 10 Marks General Awareness, 10 Marks Arithmetic & Reasoning, 10 Marks General Science; 90 minutes duration with 1/3rd negative marking)

Stage 2: Document Verification (DV) based on Normalized CBT Merit across participating Zonal RRBs

Stage 3: Comprehensive Medical Fitness Examination in Railway Hospitals according to Medical Standards (Bee-One / C-One as prescribed per cadre)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are released under RRB Paramedical CEN 05/2026?

A total of 590 vacancies are announced across 9 paramedical cadres, with the largest share being 365 posts for Nursing Superintendent and 118 posts for Pharmacist.

What is the last date to apply online for RRB CEN 05/2026?

The online application window closes strictly on 14 October 2026 at 23:59 hours. The fee payment window closes on 16 October 2026.

What is the educational qualification for RRB Nursing Superintendent?

Candidates must hold a Certificate as a Registered Nurse & Midwife having passed a 3-year General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) course or B.Sc. (Nursing) from a recognized Indian Nursing Council institution.

What is the educational qualification for RRB Pharmacist?

Candidates must have passed 10+2 in Science or its equivalent, along with a Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) or Bachelor in Pharmacy (B.Pharm) from a recognized institution and valid registration with the Pharmacy Council.

What is the age limit for RRB Paramedical posts?

The general age limit ranges from 18 to 40 years as of 01 January 2027 (including a 3-year COVID age concession granted by the Ministry of Railways). Age relaxations apply: 3 years for OBC (NCL) and 5 years for SC/ST candidates.

What is the salary of a Nursing Superintendent in Indian Railways?

Nursing Superintendents are placed in 7th CPC Pay Level 7 with a starting basic pay of ₹44,900/- plus 50% DA, HRA, Nursing Allowance (₹7,200/mo), and Hospital Patient Care Allowance, resulting in an estimated monthly gross pay of ₹75,000 to ₹84,500/-.

What is the exam pattern for RRB Paramedical CBT?

The single-stage CBT consists of 100 multiple-choice questions for 100 marks to be completed in 90 minutes. 70 questions are from the Professional Subject, 10 from General Awareness, 10 from General Arithmetic & Reasoning, and 10 from General Science. Negative marking of 1/3rd mark applies for wrong answers.

Is the application fee refundable?

Yes. General, OBC, and EWS candidates who pay ₹500 will receive a refund of ₹400 (after deducting bank charges) directly into their bank account upon appearing in the CBT. SC, ST, PwBD, Female, and Ex-Servicemen candidates who pay ₹250 will receive a full refund of ₹250.

Can an applicant apply to multiple RRBs for CEN 05/2026?

No. Candidates can apply only to one Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) across India for a particular post. Submitting multiple applications across different RRBs will lead to rejection of all applications.