Q1. What qualification do I need for RRB Paramedical CEN 05/2026 posts?

Each post carries its own requirement. Nursing Superintendent needs B.Sc Nursing or a GNM course plus council registration. Pharmacist needs a Bachelor Degree in Pharmacy. Radiographer and Lab Assistant posts accept 10+2 science with the right diploma. Read the detailed CEN for the final post wise clause.

Q2. What is the age limit for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 and what is the cutoff date?

Age is counted as on 1 January 2027. The minimum age moves between 18 and 21 years depending on the post. The maximum age moves between 30 and 40 years. OBC gets 3 years of relief, SC and ST get 5 years, and PwBD gets 10 years. Ex-Servicemen get relaxation as per government norms.

Q3. How will the selection be done and is there any interview?

Selection has three steps. Stage I is a computer based test. Stage II is document verification. Stage III is the medical examination. There is no interview round in this recruitment. Final merit comes from CBT performance and clearance of the later stages.

Q4. How much is the application fee and who is fully exempt?

General, OBC and EWS candidates pay Rs. 500. SC, ST, PH and all female candidates pay Rs. 250. After you appear in Stage I, General, OBC and EWS candidates get Rs. 400 back. SC, ST, PH and female candidates get the full Rs. 250 back. Nobody is fully exempt from paying at the start.

Q5. Is there an application correction window for CEN 05/2026?

Yes. The correction window runs from 17 October 2026 to 26 October 2026. You can edit limited fields during this period. Extra correction charges may apply as per rules. No changes are allowed after the window closes.

Q6. Which documents will I need at the time of document verification?

Carry your Class 10 certificate, the paramedical degree or diploma, and council registration proof. Bring caste, EWS, PwBD or Ex-Servicemen certificates if applicable. Keep a photo identity proof and the fee receipt handy. Original documents plus one photocopy set are usually required.

Q7. When is the exam date and how do I download the admit card?

The CBT will be held as per the schedule announced by the RRB. The admit card is released before the exam on the official regional RRB website. You must carry a printed admit card and a photo identity proof to the centre. Watch the official portal for updates.

Q8. Can I apply for more than one post under RRB Paramedical CEN 05/2026?

Yes. You can apply for more than one post if you meet its eligibility. Each post needs a separate application and a separate fee. The fee and refund rules apply to each application on its own. Check the detailed CEN for the exact conditions.

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RRB Paramedical CEN 05/2026 Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 590 Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist and Other Posts

Railway Recruitment Boards have opened 590 paramedical posts under CEN 05/2026. The Nursing Superintendent seat alone carries 365 vacancies. Pharmacist and Health and Malaria Inspector jobs make up most of the rest. You need a relevant nursing, pharmacy, or technical qualification for the post you pick. Age limits move with the post. The range sits between 18 and 40 years as on 1 January 2027. Reserved categories get the usual upper age relief. Online registration started on 15 September 2026. The closing date is 14 October 2026. General, OBC, and EWS pay Rs 500. SC, ST, PH, and all women pay Rs 250. Most of the fee comes back after you appear in Stage I. Selection runs through a computer based test, document check, and medical exam. There is no interview round at all.

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Updated: 14 September 2026 | 05:24 PM

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Railway RRB Paramedical Categories Recruitment 2026 : Vacancy Details Total : 590 Post
Post Name	Total Post	Eligibility and Qualification Details
Nursing Superintendent	365	B.Sc Nursing degree or a GNM course passed from a recognised institute. Certificate as a Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife is compulsory. State Nursing Council registration must stay valid on the closing date. Age Limit : 20 to 40 Years
Dialysis Technician	01	B.Sc degree with a Diploma in Haemodialysis, or two years of in house training. The training must be completed in a recognised hospital dialysis unit. Read the detailed CEN for the complete eligibility clause. Age Limit : 20 to 33 Years
Health and Malaria Inspector Gr II	43	B.Sc with Chemistry as a main or optional subject. One year Diploma in Health or Sanitary Inspector is required. NTC Health Sanitary Inspector certificate holders are also eligible. Age Limit : 18 to 33 Years
Audiologist and Speech Therapist	01	Bachelor Degree in Audiology and Speech Language Pathology (BASLP). RCI registration is mandatory for this post. Carry a valid registration proof at document verification. Age Limit : 21 to 30 Years
Pharmacist (Entry Grade)	118	Bachelor Degree in Pharmacy (Allopathic) from a recognised university. State Pharmacy Council registration is required as per rules. Diploma holders must check the CEN for the exact clause. Age Limit : 20 to 35 Years
Radiographer X-Ray Technician	25	10+2 pass with Physics and Chemistry as core subjects. Diploma in Radiography, X-Ray Technician, or Radiodiagnosis Technology. The diploma must come from a recognised board or institute. Age Limit : 19 to 33 Years
ECG Technician	04	10+2 or Graduation in Science with a certificate, diploma, or degree. Specialisation in ECG Laboratory Technology or Cardiology Techniques. Cardiology Technician certificate holders can also apply. Age Limit : 18 to 33 Years
Optometrist	02	B.Sc in Optometry from a recognised university, or a Diploma in Ophthalmic Technician. Practical training records may be asked at verification. Keep the original marksheets ready for scrutiny. Age Limit : 18 to 33 Years
Lab Assistant Gr. II	31	10+2 in Science with a Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT). The diploma must be from a recognised board or institute. Read the notification for the full post wise purity of eligibility. Age Limit : 18 to 33 Years
Railway RRB Paramedical CEN 05/2026 : Zone Wise and Category Wise Vacancy Details
RRB Name		Vacancy Breakup (UR / EWS / OBC / SC / ST / Total)
RRB Ahmedabad		UR 06 / EWS 0 / OBC 0 / SC 0 / ST 01 / Total 07
RRB Ajmer		UR 06 / EWS 0 / OBC 02 / SC 01 / ST 02 / Total 11
RRB Bengaluru		UR 07 / EWS 01 / OBC 05 / SC 04 / ST 01 / Total 18
RRB Bhopal		UR 11 / EWS 02 / OBC 03 / SC 05 / ST 0 / Total 21
RRB Bhubaneswar		UR 03 / EWS 0 / OBC 01 / SC 0 / ST 01 / Total 05
RRB Bilaspur		UR 12 / EWS 02 / OBC 02 / SC 02 / ST 0 / Total 18
RRB Chandigarh		UR 03 / EWS 0 / OBC 0 / SC 02 / ST 01 / Total 06
RRB Chennai		UR 19 / EWS 05 / OBC 19 / SC 13 / ST 09 / Total 65
RRB Gorakhpur		UR 15 / EWS 03 / OBC 04 / SC 06 / ST 05 / Total 33
RRB Guwahati		UR 12 / EWS 02 / OBC 07 / SC 04 / ST 04 / Total 29
RRB Jammu-Srinagar		UR 01 / EWS 0 / OBC 01 / SC 02 / ST 02 / Total 06
RRB Kolkata		UR 40 / EWS 10 / OBC 12 / SC 20 / ST 16 / Total 98
RRB Malda		UR 13 / EWS 02 / OBC 04 / SC 07 / ST 02 / Total 28
RRB Mumbai		UR 29 / EWS 03 / OBC 12 / SC 13 / ST 04 / Total 61
RRB Muzaffarpur		UR 09 / EWS 02 / OBC 04 / SC 01 / ST 03 / Total 19
RRB Patna		UR 05 / EWS 01 / OBC 04 / SC 07 / ST 04 / Total 21
RRB Prayagraj		UR 17 / EWS 03 / OBC 05 / SC 06 / ST 02 / Total 33
RRB Ranchi		UR 10 / EWS 0 / OBC 05 / SC 03 / ST 02 / Total 21
RRB Secunderabad		UR 28 / EWS 08 / OBC 18 / SC 08 / ST 09 / Total 71
RRB Siliguri		UR 09 / EWS 02 / OBC 05 / SC 02 / ST 01 / Total 19
RRB Thiruvananthapuram		Notified later as per CEN 05/2026

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