RRB Paramedical Notification 2026 PDF Out for 590 Vacancies, Download PDF

The RRB Paramedical notification 2026 has been released under CEN 05/2026 for 590 vacancies across 9 posts, including Nursing Superintendent (365), Pharmacist (118) and Health and Malaria Inspector (43). Online applications opened on 15 September 2026, and the last date to apply is 14 October 2026, so only a few days are left. The fee can be paid until 16 October, and the correction window runs from 17 to 26 October 2026. The CBT date has not been announced yet. This page covers the notification PDF, post-wise vacancies, eligibility, fee, selection process and salary.

RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026: Overview

RRB Paramedical recruitment 2026 fills medical and paramedical posts in Indian Railways hospitals and health units. Here is a quick overview.

RRB Paramedical Notification 2026 PDF

The official RRB Paramedical notification 2026 PDF is the detailed Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) 05/2026, published by the Railway Recruitment Boards on rrb.indianrailways.gov.in. It has the post-wise vacancies for each RRB, the qualification for each post (Annexure A), the exam pattern, medical standards and application rules. Read the section for your post before applying, since qualification and age limits differ from post to post.

Download RRB Paramedical Notification 2026 PDF (CEN 05/2026)

How to Download RRB Paramedical Notification PDF?

You can download the RRB Paramedical notification PDF from the official RRB website in a few steps:

• Go to rrb.indianrailways.gov.in, or the website of any regional RRB.
• Open the "Recruitment" or "Employment Notices" section.
• Find CEN 05/2026 (Paramedical Categories).
• Open the detailed notification PDF and save it to your device.

Use only the official RRB websites. RRB has warned that fake websites may give misleading information.

RRB Paramedical Exam Date 2026

RRB has not announced the RRB Paramedical exam date 2026 yet. Based on past cycles, the CBT schedule is usually announced a few weeks after the application and correction windows close. The exam city slip comes about 10 days before the exam, and the admit card about 4 days before. All of these will be released on the regional RRB websites.

RRB Paramedical Important Dates 2026

The RRB Paramedical important dates 2026 cover the application, fee payment, correction and scribe windows. The exam date will be announced later.

RRB Paramedical Vacancy 2026: Post-Wise Details

RRB has notified 590 vacancies under CEN 05/2026. Nursing Superintendent alone has 365 posts, which is more than 60% of the total. The vacancies are provisional and may change, and the RRB-wise split is given in Annexure B of the notification.

RRB Paramedical Eligibility Criteria 2026

RRB Paramedical eligibility differs by post. You need the qualification set for your post, council registration where required, the right age, and the medical standard for that post.

Educational Qualification

Each post needs a specific professional qualification. Here is the post-wise summary; check Annexure A of the notification for the full wording.

Age Limit

The RRB Paramedical age limit 2026 is counted as on 1 January 2027. The lowest minimum is 18 years and the highest maximum is 40 years (Nursing Superintendent).

Age Relaxation

Reserved categories get relaxation in the upper age limit. Only the highest applicable relaxation is given; relaxations don't add up. SC, ST and OBC candidates applying against UR vacancies don't get age relaxation.

RRB Paramedical Application Fee 2026

The RRB Paramedical application fee is ₹500 or ₹250, depending on your category. Most of it is refunded, minus bank charges, after you appear in the CBT.

A separate modification fee of ₹250 (non-refundable) is charged for each correction made from 17 to 26 October 2026.

How to Apply Online for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026?

All applications are made on rrbapply.gov.in. You can submit only one application under CEN 05/2026; a second one leads to rejection. Follow these steps:

• Go to rrbapply.gov.in and create an account, or log in with your existing RRB account.
• Open the CEN 05/2026 (Paramedical Categories) application.
• Choose your RRB and select your posts in order of preference.
• Fill in your personal, category and qualification details.
• Capture your photo live through the webcam or front camera, and upload your signature (JPG/JPEG, 30–49 KB).
• Pay the fee online by 16 October 2026.
• Review the form, submit it, and download the confirmation page.

The account details (including mobile number and email ID) and the chosen RRB can't be changed later.

RRB Paramedical Selection Process 2026

The RRB Paramedical selection process 2026 has a single-stage CBT, followed by document verification and a medical examination. Candidates are shortlisted for DV RRB-wise, equal to the number of vacancies, based on CBT merit.

The minimum qualifying marks in the CBT are 40% for UR and EWS, 30% for OBC-NCL and SC, and 25% for ST.

RRB Paramedical Exam Pattern 2026

Professional Ability, the post-specific technical section, carries 70 of the 100 marks, so it decides most of your score.

Candidates can check RRB Paramedical Syllabus 2026 Here!

RRB Paramedical Salary 2026

The RRB Paramedical salary is paid under the 7th Pay Commission pay matrix. Basic pay ranges from ₹21,700 (Level 3) to ₹44,900 (Level 7), and DA, HRA, transport allowance and other benefits are paid on top. Here is the pay level for each post, from the notification.

RRB Paramedical Notification 2026: FAQs

Q1. Has the RRB Paramedical notification 2026 been released?

Yes. The RRB Paramedical notification 2026 has been released under CEN 05/2026 for 590 vacancies.

Q2. How many vacancies are there in RRB Paramedical recruitment 2026?

There are 590 vacancies across 9 posts. Nursing Superintendent has the most (365), followed by Pharmacist (118).

Q3. Where can I get the RRB Paramedical notification 2026 PDF?

The detailed notification (CEN 05/2026) is available on rrb.indianrailways.gov.in and the regional RRB websites.

Q4. What are the key dates for RRB Paramedical recruitment 2026?

Applications run from 15 September to 14 October 2026, the fee can be paid until 16 October, and the correction window is 17 to 26 October 2026. The exam date is not announced yet.

Q5. When does the RRB Paramedical 2026 application process close?

The last date to apply is 14 October 2026, up to 11:59 pm.

Q6. Who can apply for RRB Paramedical recruitment 2026?

Indian candidates who have the qualification for the post, are within the age limit as on 1 January 2027, and meet the medical standard can apply.

Q7. What is the age limit for RRB Paramedical recruitment 2026?

It ranges from 18 to 40 years, depending on the post, as on 1 January 2027. SC and ST candidates get 5 years of relaxation, and OBC-NCL candidates get 3 years.

Q8. Which qualifications are needed for RRB Paramedical posts?

It depends on the post: for example, GNM or B.Sc Nursing for Nursing Superintendent, D.Pharm or B.Pharm for Pharmacist, and DMLT for Lab Assistant. Several posts also need registration with a professional council.

Q9. How much is the RRB Paramedical application fee?

The fee is ₹500 for General, OBC and EWS candidates (₹400 refunded after appearing in the CBT), and ₹250 for SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, female, transgender, minority and EBC candidates (fully refunded after appearing in the CBT).

Q10. How do I submit the RRB Paramedical application form online?

Register on rrbapply.gov.in, fill in the CEN 05/2026 form, capture your live photo, upload your signature, pay the fee and submit the form before 14 October 2026.

Q11. Which posts are included in RRB Paramedical recruitment 2026?

The posts are Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist, Health and Malaria Inspector, Lab Assistant, Radiographer, ECG Technician, Optometrist, Dialysis Technician, and Audiologist and Speech Therapist.

Q12. How will candidates be selected for RRB Paramedical posts?

Selection is through a single CBT, followed by document verification and a medical examination. The CBT has negative marking of 1/3 mark per wrong answer.

Q13. What is the salary for RRB Paramedical posts in 2026?

Starting basic pay ranges from ₹21,700 (Lab Assistant, Level 3) to ₹44,900 (Nursing Superintendent, Level 7), with allowances such as DA and HRA paid on top.

Q14. Is the RRB Paramedical CBT date for 2026 available?

No. RRB has not announced the CBT date yet. It will be published on the regional RRB websites.

Q15. Where can I find official updates about RRB Paramedical recruitment 2026?

Official notices are published on rrb.indianrailways.gov.in and the regional RRB websites. Applications are made only on rrbapply.gov.in.