Railway Paramedical Updates 2026

RRB Paramedical Updates: Official Hub for RRB Paramedical Recruitment. Track the entire lifecycle: Notification, Exam Dates, Syllabus (70 Marks Professional), Admit Card, DV, & Final Results for all 21 RRB Zones. Check Eligibility for Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist & Health Inspector.

Updated: Feb 25, 2026

RRB Paramedical CEN 03/2025 Revised Exam Dates – 11, 12 & 13 March

Updated On: February 25, 2026

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RRB Gorakhpur Paramedical (CEN 04/2024) – Provisional Panel Level 7

Updated On: February 19, 2026

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RRB Bengaluru Paramedical DV Schedule 2026 (CEN 04/2024) – Admit Card Released, DV on 02 March

Updated On: February 19, 2026

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RRB Jammu Medical Notice 2026 – ALP, Technician, JE & Paramedical (CEN 01-04/2024) Candidates Delisted

Updated On: February 19, 2026

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RRB Jammu Updates – Provisional Panel for CEN No.01/2024 (ALP), 02/2024 (Technician), 03/2024 (JE), 04/2024 (Paramedical) and 07/2024 (MIC)

Updated On: February 17, 2026

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RRB Ajmer Paramedical (CEN 04/2024): Admit Card for DV Now Available – Document Verification on 13-02-2026

Updated On: February 14, 2026

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RRB Muzaffarpur Paramedical (CEN 04/2024): Provisional Panel Part 2 Result | Final Panel | Cut Off

Updated On: February 14, 2026

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RRB Bengaluru Paramedical (CEN 04/2024) Medical Unfit List Released: Check Roll Numbers & Appeal Process 2026

Updated On: February 11, 2026

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RRB Ahmedabad Paramedical (CEN 04/2024) Additional DV Round 2 List & Part Panel 2 Cut Off Released | Check Schedule

Updated On: February 11, 2026

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RRB Normalization Method & Formula for ALP, NTPC, JE, Group D & Other Railway Exams

Updated On: February 9, 2026

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RRB Bengaluru Paramedical (CEN 04/2024) 2026 Update: Provisional Part Panel 3 & DV Round 3 Schedule Released

Updated On: February 9, 2026

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RRB Bangalore Paramedical (CEN 04/2024): Application Count & DV Round 2, 3 Cut-Off Released

Updated On: February 8, 2026

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RRB Paramedical Recruitment Hub: Notification & Updates

The RRB Paramedical Categories recruitment is a golden opportunity for healthcare professionals to join Indian Railways. This includes prestigious posts like Nursing Superintendent, Dietician, Pharmacist, Lab Superintendent, and Radiographer. This page is your Official Hub for all updates regarding Paramedical vacancies, exam dates, syllabus, and results across all 21 RRB Zones.

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📍 Zone-Wise RRB Paramedical Updates

Click on your Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) below to check local vacancy breakdown, application status, and result panels.

💰 RRB Paramedical Job Profiles & Salary

Paramedical posts vary from Level-1 to Level-7 (7th CPC). Check eligibility for key posts below.

Nursing Superintendent
Pay LevelLevel 7
Basic Pay₹44,900
QualificationB.Sc Nursing / GNM
MedicalC-1
Role: Provide advanced nursing care, manage wards, administer medication, and assist medical officers in Railway Hospitals.
Dietician
Pay LevelLevel 7
Basic Pay₹44,900
QualificationB.Sc (Dietetics)
MedicalC-2
Role: Planning nutritional diets for patients in Railway hospitals, supervising kitchen operations, and counseling patients.
Health & Malaria Inspector Gr-III
Pay LevelLevel 6
Basic Pay₹35,400
QualificationB.Sc (Chem) + Diploma
MedicalC-1
Role: Ensuring sanitation in railway colonies/stations, food safety monitoring, and vector control (anti-malaria operations).
Lab Superintendent
Pay LevelLevel 6
Basic Pay₹35,400
QualificationB.Sc (MLT)
MedicalB-1
Role: Conducting specialized biochemical, pathological, and microbiological tests. Supervising lab technicians.
Pharmacist Gr-III
Pay LevelLevel 5
Basic Pay₹29,200
Qualification10+2 Science + D.Pharm
MedicalC-2
Role: Dispensing medicines, maintaining drug inventory, and ensuring proper storage of medical supplies.
Radiographer X-Ray Technician
Pay LevelLevel 5
Basic Pay₹29,200
Qualification10+2 + Diploma in Radiography
MedicalB-1
Role: Taking X-ray images, maintaining X-ray equipment, and assisting radiologists.
Optometrist
Pay LevelLevel 4
Basic Pay₹25,500
QualificationB.Sc in Optometry
MedicalC-1
Role: Conducting eye examinations, prescribing glasses, and assisting in ophthalmic procedures.
Lab Assistant Gr-III
Pay LevelLevel 3
Basic Pay₹21,700
Qualification10+2 Science + DMLT
MedicalB-1
Role: Assisting in routine laboratory tests, collecting samples, and maintaining lab equipment.

⚙️ Selection Process

The recruitment process involves a single Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by Document Verification.

Stage 1: CBT (Computer Based Test)

Single stage exam consisting of 100 questions in 90 Minutes.
• Professional Ability: 70 Q
• General Awareness: 10 Q
• General Arithmetic, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Science: 20 Q
Negative Marking: 1/3rd.

Stage 2: Document Verification (DV)

Candidates shortlisted based on CBT merit will be called for DV. 1:1 ratio is generally followed.

Stage 3: Medical Examination

Candidates must pass the specific medical standard (C1/B1/C2) for their allotted post. Visual acuity is crucial.

📖 Exam Syllabus Overview

The syllabus is heavily weighted (70%) towards the candidate’s technical/professional subject.

📝 Subjects Breakdown (100 Marks)

Professional Ability (70 Marks) – Core Subject (Nursing/Pharmacy/Lab/Radiography etc.) General Awareness (10 Marks) General Arithmetic, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Science (20 Marks)

🏥 Medical Standards Explained

Medical standards for paramedical posts are specific. Glasses are generally permitted (except specific A-3 posts if any).

  • B-1: Distance Vision: 6/9, 6/12 with or without glasses (Power not to exceed 4D). Near Vision: Sn 0.6, 0.6. (For Health Inspector, Lab Supdt).
  • C-1: Distance Vision: 6/12, 6/18 with or without glasses. Near Vision: Sn 0.6, 0.6. (For Nursing Supdt).
  • C-2: Distance Vision: 6/12, nil with or without glasses. Near Vision: Sn 0.6 combined. (For Pharmacist, Dietician).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Is there an interview? A: No. There is no interview for any RRB Paramedical post. Selection is based purely on CBT merit.
Q: Can GNM candidates apply for Nursing Superintendent? A: Yes. Candidates with a certificate as Registered Nurse and Midwife having passed 3 years course in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) are eligible for the Level-7 post.
Q: What is the syllabus for Professional Ability? A: It covers the core technical subjects of your qualification. For example, for Nursing Superintendent, it includes Anatomy, Physiology, Nursing fundamentals, etc.
Q: Can I apply for multiple posts? A: Yes, if you meet the eligibility criteria for multiple posts (e.g., Pharmacist and Health Inspector), you can apply for all of them. You will have to submit separate applications and pay separate fees.