RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2026 (CEN 05/2026): Apply Online for 590 Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist & Technician Posts
Recruitment Stages & Upcoming Exam Milestones
Official selection stages and schedule updates as notified by Railway Recruitment Boards (Ministry of Railways)
Online Application Window
Application window closed on 14 Oct 2026
Stage 1: Single-Stage Computer Based Test (CBT
100 Objective Questions, 100 Marks, 90 Minutes with 1/3rd Negative Marking)
Stage 2: Document Verification
(DV) based on normalized CBT merit scores and community-wise cut-offs
Stage 3: Detailed Medical Examination conducted by Railway...
Detailed Medical Examination conducted by Railway Medical Authorities as per Indian Railway Medical Manual (IRMM) standards (C-1 / B-1 / B-2 medical standards)
15-Second Executive Decision Summary
Verified key decision factors extracted directly from official notification
590
Nursing Superintendent (Pay Level 7), Pharmacist (Entry Grade - Pay Level 5), Health & Malaria Inspector Gr III (Pay Level 6)
18 – 40 Yrs
as on 1 Jul 2026
₹21,700–₹1,42,400
View In-Hand SimulatorAbout this Recruitment
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) on behalf of the Ministry of Railways has officially issued Centralised Employment Notice CEN 05/2026 for the recruitment of 590 Paramedical Staff vacancies across zonal railways. Opportunities encompass Nursing Superintendent (280 posts, Level 7), Pharmacist (146 posts, Level 5), Health & Malaria Inspector Grade III (65 posts, Level 6), Laboratory Assistant Grade II (52 posts, Level 3), Radiographer (27 posts, Level 5), and ECG Technician (20 posts, Level 4). Selection will be strictly merit-based through a nationwide Single-Stage Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by Document Verification and comprehensive Railway Medical Fitness testing. Online applications are open from 15 September 2026 until 14 October 2026 via rrbapply.gov.in.
✨ Copilot Highlights
- 590 permanent healthcare and paramedical vacancies across Indian Railway zones under CEN 05/2026.
- Lucrative 7th CPC central scales from Pay Level 3 (₹21,700 basic) up to Pay Level 7 (₹44,900 basic) with 50% DA, HRA, HPCA, and Nursing allowances.
- Comprehensive eligibility catering to 12th + DMLT, Diploma in Pharmacy/Radiography, and B.Sc Nursing / GNM degree holders.
- Upper age relaxation up to 40 years for unreserved candidates with standard relaxation for SC/ST (5 yrs), OBC (3 yrs), and PwBD (10-15 yrs).
- Single-stage CBT examination comprising 100 questions (70 domain-specific healthcare questions + 30 general subjects) with ₹400/₹250 partial fee refund upon appearing.
Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator
Minimum Age
18 Years
Maximum Age
40 Years
* Age calculated as on: 1 July 2026
Category-Wise Age Relaxations:
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Select your DOB and category (Calculated as on 1 July 2026)
Important Dates & Timeline
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 (Pay Level 7) | 280 | B SC |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade - Pay Level 5) | 146 | DIPLOMA |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Gr III (Pay Level 6) | 65 | B SC |
| Laboratory Assistant Grade II (Pay Level 3) | 52 | TWELFTH PASS |
| Radiographer / X-Ray Technician (Pay Level 5) | 27 | DIPLOMA |
| ECG Technician / Cardiac Care Technician (Pay Level 4) | 20 | DIPLOMA |
Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator
Pay Level / Grade: 7th Central Pay Commission (Pay Matrix Level 3 to Level 7 depending on post)
Official Pay Scale
₹21,700 - ₹1,42,400
₹34,241
/ month (take-home)Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.
Approx Annual Gross (CTC)
₹4.54 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.
Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus
Official exam stages, subject marks distribution & interactive preparation tracker
Single-Stage Computer Based Test (CBT)
Exam Mode: Online Computer Based Test (Objective Multiple Choice)
| Subject / Section | No. of Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Ability (Nursing / Pharmacy / Lab Tech / Radiography Domain) | 70 | 70 | 90 min |
| General Awareness (Indian Polity, Healthcare Programs, History, Current Affairs) | 10 | 10 | - |
| General Arithmetic, General Intelligence & Reasoning | 10 | 10 | - |
| General Science (Physics, Chemistry, and Life Sciences up to 10th CBSE Standard) | 10 | 10 | - |
How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide
Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.
Visit the official centralized Railway recruitment portal: https://rrbapply.gov.in.
If not previously registered, click on Create an Account and enter Full Name, Date of Birth, Aadhaar Number, Active Mobile Number, and Email ID to generate your RRB Registration credentials.
Log in with registered mobile number / email and password, navigate to CEN 05/2026 Paramedical Posts, and choose your preferred Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) zone.
Fill in educational qualifications (10th/12th, Diploma, Degree, State Nursing/Pharmacy Council registration details) and select eligible posts in order of preference.
Upload scanned recent passport photograph (color with white background, 30-70 KB JPG) and clear signature (30-70 KB JPG), plus SC/ST certificate for free railway travel pass if applicable.
Pay the application fee of ₹500 (UR/OBC) or ₹250 (reserved/female) online. Candidates who appear in CBT will have ₹400 or ₹250 refunded to their bank account automatically.
10th / Matriculation Certificate
PDF format up to 500 KB, clear scan showing full name and Date of Birth
Professional Degree / Diploma Certificate & Marksheets
PDF format up to 500 KB (GNM, B.Sc Nursing, D.Pharm, B.Pharm, DMLT)
State Nursing / Pharmacy Council Registration Certificate
PDF format up to 500 KB, valid and updated registration
Community Certificate (SC / ST / OBC NCL / EWS)
PDF format in prescribed Railway format issued by competent authority
Passport Size Photograph
Color photograph with plain white background, 35mm x 45mm, 30 KB to 70 KB JPG
Candidate Signature
Black ink on white paper, 30 KB to 70 KB JPG
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Application Fee Details
Payment Modes: Internet Banking, UPI (Unified Payments Interface), Debit Cards (RuPay / Visa / MasterCard), Credit Cards
Selection Process
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total number of vacancies under RRB Paramedical Staff CEN 05/2026?
Railway Recruitment Boards have announced 590 vacancies across zonal railways for posts including Nursing Superintendent (280), Pharmacist (146), Health & Malaria Inspector (65), Laboratory Assistant (52), Radiographer (27), and ECG Technician (20).
Is State Nursing or Pharmacy Council registration mandatory for RRB Paramedical posts?
Yes. Candidates applying for Nursing Superintendent must be registered Nurse & Midwife with State/Indian Nursing Council. Pharmacist applicants must be registered under the Pharmacy Act 1948 with a valid Pharmacy Council registration.
What is the examination pattern and marking scheme for RRB Paramedical CBT?
The Computer Based Test consists of 100 objective questions for 100 marks: 70 questions from Professional Technical Ability and 30 questions from General Awareness, Arithmetic/Reasoning, and General Science. The duration is 90 minutes and 1/3rd mark is deducted for every incorrect answer.
Will the RRB CBT application fee be refunded to candidates?
Yes. General and OBC candidates who appear in the CBT examination will receive a refund of ₹400 (out of ₹500), while SC, ST, Female, ESM, and EBC candidates will receive a full refund of ₹250 minus nominal banking charges directly into their bank accounts.
What is the last date to apply online for RRB Paramedical recruitment 2026?
The online registration window on rrbapply.gov.in closes on 14 October 2026 at 23:59 hours. The fee payment window remains open until 15 October 2026.
Last Date to Apply
14 October 2026
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