RRB Railway Paramedical Recruitment 2026 (CEN 05/2026) | Apply Online
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
RRB Railway Paramedical Categories Recruitment 2026 (CEN 05/2026)
Railway RRB Paramedical Online Form 2026 CEN 05/2026 - Complete Apply Online Guide
Official Website: WWW.RRBAPPLY.GOV.IN
The Railway RRB Paramedical Online Form 2026 CEN 05/2026 has been released by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) under the Ministry of Railways, inviting applications for 560 tentative vacancies across nine paramedical categories. Candidates holding a nursing, pharmacy, lab technology, or allied medical qualification can apply online at rrbapply.gov.in. Below is the complete, easy-to-read breakup of dates, eligibility, fee, vacancy, salary, and the application process for the Railway RRB Paramedical Online Form 2026 CEN 05/2026.
Important Dates
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Notification Release |
08 September 2026 |
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Application Start Date |
15 September 2026 |
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Last Date to Apply Online |
14 October 2026 |
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Last Date for Fee Payment |
14 October 2026 |
Application Fee
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General / OBC / EWS |
Rs. 500/- (Rs. 400 refundable on appearing in CBT) |
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SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-SM / Women |
Rs. 250/- (Fully refundable on appearing in CBT) |
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Payment Mode |
Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card or UPI |
Vacancy Details – Total Post: 560 (Tentative)
The 560 tentative vacancies under CEN 05/2026 are spread across the following nine paramedical categories:
• Nursing Superintendent
• Pharmacist
• Health & Malaria Inspector
• Radiographer / X-Ray Technician
• Laboratory Assistant (Chemical & Metallurgy)
• ECG Technician
• Dialysis Technician
• Optometrist
• Audiologist & Speech Therapist
Eligibility Criteria
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Educational Qualification |
Degree/Diploma in Nursing, Pharmacy, Lab Technology or relevant field |
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Council Registration |
Required for select posts (Nursing/Pharmacy Council) |
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Age Limit |
As specified in the detailed CEN |
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Age Relaxation |
As per Govt. of India norms for reserved categories |
Salary & Pay Scale
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Pay Level |
Level 3 to Level 7 (7th CPC) |
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Approx. Gross Salary |
Rs. 25,000 - Rs. 75,000 per month |
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Other Allowances |
DA, HRA, TA as per Railway norms |
How to Apply Online – Step by Step
• Visit the official website rrbapply.gov.in
• Register using mobile number & email, verify via Aadhaar
• Select CEN 05/2026 - Paramedical Categories and click Apply Online
• Fill personal, educational and category details carefully
• Upload photograph, signature and required documents
• Choose preferred RRB zone and post(s)
• Pay the application fee through the available online modes
• Review the form carefully and submit
• Download and save the confirmation page for future reference
Selection Process
• Computer Based Test (CBT) - approx. 100 questions in 90 minutes
• Document Verification
• Medical Examination
• No separate interview round
Documents Required
• Recent photograph and signature
• Aadhaar card (details must match 10th certificate)
• Degree/Diploma certificate and mark sheets
• Council registration certificate, where applicable
• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), if applicable
• 10th class certificate as age proof
Best Books for RRB Paramedical Exam Preparation
Along with completing the Railway RRB Paramedical Online Form 2026 CEN 05/2026, having the right study material makes a real difference for the Computer Based Test (CBT) stage. Arihant Publications (arihantbooks.com) offers exam-specific books covering General Knowledge, Reasoning, and subject-specific paramedical topics that are regularly updated as per the latest RRB exam pattern. Some useful book categories for RRB Paramedical and other Railway exam aspirants are listed below:
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Book / Category |
Link |
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Railway RRB Exam Books (NTPC, Group D, ALP, Paramedical & More) |
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General Studies Books |
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RRB Assistant Loco Pilot |
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Current Affairs Books |
Visit arihantbooks.com to browse the complete range of books for Railway RRB, UPPSC, UGC NET, and other competitive exams.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When does the Railway RRB Paramedical Online Form 2026 CEN 05/2026 application process start?
A. The application process starts on 15 September 2026, and the last date to apply online is 14 October 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are announced under RRB Paramedical Recruitment CEN 05/2026?
A. A total of 560 tentative vacancies have been announced across nine paramedical categories.
Q3. What is the application fee for the RRB Paramedical Online Form 2026?
A. Rs. 500/- for General/OBC/EWS and Rs. 250/- for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates, with partial or full refund on appearing in the CBT.
Q4. What is the selection process for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026?
A. Selection involves a Computer Based Test (CBT), Document Verification, and a Medical Examination. There is no separate interview round.
Q5. What is the salary for RRB Paramedical posts under CEN 05/2026?
A. Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Level 3 to Level 7 (7th CPC), with an approximate gross salary of Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 75,000 per month.
Disclaimer: This document is based on the short notice released by RRB and is for informational purposes only. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official RRB website (rrbapply.gov.in) and the detailed CEN 05/2026 once released.
