📌 RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026: Quick Answer
Railway Recruitment Boards have released CEN No. 05/2026 for 590 Paramedical vacancies across nine categories. Online applications start 15 September 2026 and close 14 October 2026 at 11:59 PM. The fee-payment deadline is 16 October 2026 and the modification window is 17–26 October 2026. The recruitment uses a single-stage CBT followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination.
RRB Photo & Signature Preparation Tool 2026
Prepare your scanned signature in the browser and check the actual JPEG size. The RRB application uses a live photograph capture; therefore the photo panel below is only a preparation/reference tool, not a replacement for the portal's live-photo step.
🛠️ RRB Upload Image Tool
Signature: JPG/JPEG, 30–49 KB, minimum 140 × 60 px • Photo: live capture in application portal
⏳ RRB Application Deadline Countdown
Application closes on 14 October 2026 at 11:59 PM.
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Indicative Notice | 12 September 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 15 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 16 October 2026 |
| Modification Window | 17–26 October 2026 |
| Scribe Details Submission | 27–31 October 2026 |
| CBT Date | To be announced |
RRB Paramedical Vacancy 2026: Post-Wise Details
| Post | Level | Initial Pay | Age (01.01.2027) | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing Superintendent | 7 | ₹44,900 | 20–40 | 365 |
| Dialysis Technician | 6 | ₹35,400 | 20–33 | 1 |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II | 6 | ₹35,400 | 18–33 | 43 |
| Audiologist & Speech Therapist | 6 | ₹35,400 | 21–30 | 1 |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | 5 | ₹29,200 | 20–35 | 118 |
| Radiographer X-Ray Technician | 5 | ₹29,200 | 19–33 | 25 |
| ECG Technician | 4 | ₹25,500 | 18–33 | 4 |
| Optometrist | 4 | ₹25,500 | 18–33 | 2 |
| Lab Assistant Grade II | 3 | ₹21,700 | 18–33 | 31 |
| Total | — | — | — | 590 |
RRB Paramedical Eligibility 2026
Eligibility is post-wise. Candidates should hold the qualification prescribed for the chosen category by the closing date. Important examples include nursing qualifications for Nursing Superintendent, pharmacy qualification and registration for Pharmacist, science plus the prescribed technical qualification for technician posts, and the specified professional degree/diploma for the remaining categories.
⚠️ Check your exact post before applying
The recruitment covers nine different categories. Do not assume that one qualification or one age limit applies to every Paramedical post. Use the detailed CEN and the post table above as the starting point.
RRB Paramedical Application Fee 2026
| Candidate Category | Fee | Refund on Appearing in CBT |
|---|---|---|
| All candidates except concession categories | ₹500 | ₹400 after applicable bank charges |
| SC/ST/ExSM/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Minorities/EBC | ₹250 | ₹250 after applicable bank charges |
Note: EBC is a fee-concession category and should not be confused with OBC or EWS. Refund is linked to appearing in the CBT.
RRB Paramedical Exam Pattern 2026
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Ability | 70 | 70 |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| General Arithmetic, General Intelligence & Reasoning | 10 | 10 |
| General Science | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
CBT essentials
There is 1/3 negative marking for each wrong answer. Minimum qualifying marks are reported as 40% for UR/EWS, 30% for OBC-NCL/SC and 25% for ST, with limited PwBD relaxation in the circumstances specified in the CEN.
🎯 RRB CBT Score Calculator
Estimate your CBT score using 1 mark for a correct answer and 1/3 mark negative marking for a wrong answer.
RRB Paramedical Photo & Signature Rules
Live Photograph
The application module captures a live photograph through the webcam or phone front camera. The detailed instructions advise candidates to keep the face clearly visible and centred and prohibit items such as caps, masks and spectacles during capture.
Signature
| Requirement | RRB CEN 05/2026 |
|---|---|
| Format | JPG / JPEG |
| File Size | 30–49 KB |
| Minimum Dimensions | 140 × 60 pixels |
| Resolution | Minimum 100 DPI |
| Ink | Black ink |
| Paper | White paper |
| Writing Style | Running / cursive handwriting |
❌ Avoid signature rejection
- Do not use block or capital-letter signature.
- Do not use a coloured background.
- Do not exceed 49 KB or fall below 30 KB.
- Keep the signature readable and consistent for later verification stages.
How to Apply for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026
✅ Quick Eligibility Checker
Use this as a preliminary screening aid. Post-wise conditions in the CEN remain final.
🔎 Post-wise Qualification Finder
Search by qualification or post name. Use the official CEN for the complete eligibility wording.
Documents to Keep Ready
- Educational and technical qualification certificates
- Relevant professional council registration, where applicable
- Category / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen documents, if applicable
- Signature scan in the prescribed format
- Valid Aadhaar / identity information for verification
- Active mobile number and email ID
- SC/ST certificate if claiming the free railway travel pass
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 Final Checklist
- Verify the exact post-wise qualification and age.
- Choose only one RRB carefully.
- Keep professional registration details ready.
- Prepare the signature at 30–49 KB and minimum 140×60 px.
- Review live-photo instructions before starting the application.
- Save the final form and payment confirmation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are there in RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026?
CEN 05/2026 contains 590 vacancies across nine Paramedical categories.
What is the RRB Paramedical application last date?
The application last date is 14 October 2026 at 11:59 PM.
What is the RRB signature size for CEN 05/2026?
The signature should be JPG/JPEG, 30–49 KB, with minimum dimensions of 140 × 60 pixels and minimum 100 DPI.
Can I upload an old passport photo?
No. The application module captures a live photograph; follow the live-capture process inside the RRB application portal.
What is the CBT pattern?
The paper has 100 questions for 100 marks in 90 minutes, with Professional Ability carrying 70 questions. Wrong answers attract 1/3 negative marking.
How many RRBs can one candidate apply to?
The application instructions require the candidate to choose one RRB. Read the detailed CEN and portal instructions carefully before selection.
⚠️ Important
This page is an independent guide. Recruitment conditions, corrigenda and portal instructions can change. The official CEN and live RRB application page remain the final authority.
Official reference: RRB CEN 05/2026 Paramedical Categories PDF. Official application portal: rrbapply.gov.in.