The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released the RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 notification under Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 05/2026. The recruitment drive offers 590 vacancies in nine paramedical categories, including Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist, Radiographer, Laboratory Assistant, Dialysis Technician and Health Inspector posts.
Eligible candidates can apply online through the unified RRB application portal from 15 September 2026 to 14 October 2026, up to 11:59 PM. Applicants should read the detailed CEN carefully and ensure they meet the prescribed educational, professional-registration, age and category requirements for their selected post before submitting the form.
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruitment authority | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
|---|---|
| Notification number | CEN 05/2026 |
| Recruitment name | RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 |
| Total vacancies | 590 |
| Main posts | Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist, Radiographer, Lab Assistant, and more |
| Application mode | Online |
| Registration start date | 15 September 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 14 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Official application portal | rrbapply.gov.in |
| Official Railway website | rrb.indianrailways.gov.in |
| Notification PDF | RRB Paramedical CEN 05/2026 Recruitment 2026 Notification |
The vacancies are intended for railway medical and healthcare establishments across India. Since these are centralised RRB posts, applicants must select their preferred RRB, post and other preferences carefully while completing the online form. Some recruitment portals caution that preferences such as RRB, zone and post may not be editable after final submission.
Posts Under CEN 05/2026
The RRB Paramedical recruitment includes vacancies in nine healthcare-related categories. The major roles reported under the notification include:
- Nursing Superintendent
- Pharmacist
- Radiographer / X-Ray Technician
- Laboratory Assistant
- ECG Technician
- Dialysis Technician
- Health and Malaria Inspector
- Other notified paramedical categories
The final post-wise and RRB-wise vacancy distribution should be checked from the detailed official notification before applying. Candidates should not rely only on the headline vacancy figure, because eligibility, pay level, medical standards and the number of vacancies can differ significantly between posts.
Nursing Superintendent is expected to be among the most sought-after categories because it offers an opportunity for qualified nursing professionals to join Railway hospitals and healthcare facilities. Pharmacist openings are relevant for candidates with the required pharmacy qualification and registration. Similarly, technical diploma or degree holders in radiography, laboratory science, dialysis technology and allied health disciplines should verify the exact qualification wording in the CEN.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility will vary by post. In general, candidates must possess the educational qualification, technical training and professional registration required for the specific paramedical role they choose.
For example, Nursing Superintendent applicants are generally expected to have the prescribed nursing qualification and valid registration with the relevant nursing council. Pharmacist applicants typically need the appropriate pharmacy qualification along with registration under the applicable pharmacy rules. Candidates applying for radiography, laboratory, dialysis or ECG roles must have the relevant diploma, degree or certificate in the respective discipline as specified in the detailed notification.
Applicants should carefully match the following details with the official CEN:
- Required qualification for the selected post
- Whether a diploma, degree, certificate or internship is mandatory
- Required registration with Nursing Council, Pharmacy Council or another professional authority
- Age limit and age-relaxation provisions
- Category certificate requirements for SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS and PwBD candidates
- Medical fitness standards applicable to the railway post
- Nationality and identity-document requirements
Do not assume that a similar qualification is automatically acceptable. Railway recruitment notifications usually specify exact course names, awarding institutions, registration conditions and cut-off dates for acquiring qualifications.
How to Apply Online
Candidates must submit their applications online through the official RRB recruitment system. The application process is scheduled to begin on 15 September 2026 and close on 14 October 2026 at 11:59 PM.
Follow these steps to apply:
- Visit the official RRB application portal at rrbapply.gov.in.
- Look for the recruitment link for CEN 05/2026 – Paramedical Categories.
- Create an account using an active mobile number and email address if you are a new applicant. Candidates who already have a valid RRB account from an earlier CEN may need to use the existing account rather than create a duplicate profile.
- Log in and choose the relevant RRB and paramedical post.
- Fill in personal details, address, educational qualification, professional registration details, category information and other required fields exactly as shown in your original certificates.
- Upload the live photograph, signature and any other documents in the prescribed format and size. Some application guidance specifically notes the need for a live photograph capture along with signature upload.
- Pay the application fee through the available online payment options, if applicable.
- Review all entries before final submission. Check spelling of your name, date of birth, qualification details, selected post, RRB preference and category details.
- Submit the application and download or print the completed confirmation page for future reference.
Important Advice for Applicants
Candidates should apply only through official RRB websites and the unified application portal. Avoid relying on social-media posts, unofficial links or third-party agents for registration. The official RRB portal and regional RRB websites are the correct sources for application links, detailed instructions, corrigenda, exam updates and admit-card announcements.
Before submitting the form, keep the following ready:
- Active mobile number and email ID
- Aadhaar or other valid identity proof, as applicable
- Recent photograph and signature in the prescribed digital format
- Educational certificates and marksheets
- Professional registration certificate, where required
- Caste, EWS, PwBD or other reservation certificates, if applicable
- Online payment method for the examination fee
Applicants should also retain the registration number, password and final submitted application PDF. These details will be important for future stages such as application-status checking, city-intimation slips, admit-card download, CBT updates, document verification and medical examination.
The RRB Paramedical CEN 05/2026 recruitment is a notable opportunity for nursing, pharmacy and allied-health professionals seeking a stable career in the Indian Railways. With 590 notified vacancies and applications open only until 14 October 2026, eligible candidates should complete their registration early rather than waiting for the final day.