RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2026 is a Central Government recruitment opportunity for candidates with qualifications in nursing, pharmacy, radiography, dialysis technology, ECG technology and medical laboratory technology. The recruitment is being conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) under Advertisement No. 05/2026 for regular paramedical positions in Indian Railways.
Candidates should check the qualification, age requirement and post-specific conditions before applying because the eligibility criteria differ from one paramedical position to another.
RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2026 – Educational Qualification
The required qualification depends on the post:
| Post | Required Qualification |
| Nursing Superintendent | Registered Nurse and Midwife with a 3-year General Nursing and Midwifery course or B.Sc Nursing |
| Dialysis Technician | B.Sc with Diploma in Haemodialysis or prescribed in-house haemodialysis training/experience |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Grade III | B.Sc with Chemistry plus prescribed Health/Sanitary Inspector qualification |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | 10+2 Science with Diploma in Pharmacy or B.Pharm |
| Radiographer/X-Ray Technician | 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry plus Diploma in Radiography/X-Ray Technician/Radiodiagnosis Technology |
| ECG Technician | 10+2 or Science graduation with relevant ECG/Cardiology qualification |
| Laboratory Assistant Grade II | 12th Science with DMLT or an equivalent Medical Laboratory Technology certificate |
The qualification must meet the requirements specified for the particular post and recognised institution/course.
RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility, Salary & Selection Process
The age limit varies according to the position. As per the recruitment details, the upper age ranges from 36 to 43 years, depending on the post. Nursing Superintendent has an age range of 20–43 years, while other posts have different minimum and maximum ages.
Age relaxation is applicable to eligible reserved categories. The source specifies 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC-NCL candidates. Additional relaxation is available for eligible PwBD candidates and Ex-Servicemen according to the applicable rules.
RRB Paramedical Staff Salary 2026
The pay level differs according to the post.
The prescribed basic pay includes:
- Nursing Superintendent: ₹44,900 – Level 7
- Dialysis Technician: ₹35,400 – Level 6
- Health & Malaria Inspector Grade III: ₹35,400 – Level 6
- Pharmacist: ₹29,200 – Level 5
- Radiographer/X-Ray Technician: ₹29,200 – Level 5
- ECG Technician: ₹25,500 – Level 4
- Laboratory Assistant Grade II: ₹21,700 – Level 3
These figures represent the prescribed pay associated with each post and should not be treated as exact in-hand salary.
RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
Candidates will go through the following stages:
Computer Based Test (CBT) → Document Verification → Medical Examination
Candidates who qualify at the required stages will need to produce the relevant certificates and satisfy the prescribed medical requirements.
RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee
The application fee varies by category. PwBD, SC, ST, Female and EBC candidates are required to pay ₹250, which is refundable as specified. Other candidates have a fee of ₹500, with ₹400 refundable according to the recruitment conditions. Online payment is available.
How to Apply for RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can complete the application online through the official RRB application portal.
Before submitting the form, candidates should:
- Read Advertisement No. 05/2026 carefully.
- Confirm eligibility for the selected paramedical post.
- Keep the photograph, signature and educational certificates ready.
- Enter the required details carefully.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Submit the completed application.
- Save or print the submitted form for future reference.
The recruitment source identifies rrbapply.gov.in as the official application website. Candidates should rely on the official notification for any post-specific instructions or updates.
RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Who can apply for RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2026?
Candidates with the prescribed nursing, pharmacy, radiography, dialysis, ECG or laboratory qualifications can apply for the corresponding posts.
What is the qualification for RRB Nursing Superintendent?
Candidates need the prescribed General Nursing and Midwifery qualification with registration as a Nurse and Midwife or a B.Sc Nursing qualification.
What is the RRB Paramedical Staff salary?
The prescribed basic pay ranges from ₹21,700 to ₹44,900, depending on the post and pay level.
What is the selection process?
Selection consists of a Computer Based Test, Document Verification and Medical Examination.
Where can candidates apply?
Candidates can apply through the official RRB application portal mentioned in the recruitment notification.
Official website:rrbapply.gov.in
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