Short Detail:
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) will conduct the Paramedical CEN 05/2026 CBT I on 23/11/2026 and 25/11/2026. The exam date notice is now available for this recruitment of 590 posts. Applicants for Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist and the other listed posts can open the notice below to check the schedule. An admit card release date has not been given with this update. Read the test pattern and keep checking for the next exam notice.
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
RRB Paramedical CEN 05/2026 — CBT I Exam Date Out
Advt No.: CEN 05/2026
Important Dates
- Form Start Date: 15/09/2026
- Form Last Date: 14/10/2026 (11:59 PM)
- Fee Payment Last Date: 16/10/2026
- Form Correction Date: 17/10/2026 to 26/10/2026
- Scribe Details Window: 27/10/2026 to 31/10/2026
- Admit Card Date: Not Available
- CBT I Exam Date: 23/11/2026 & 25/11/2026
Application Fees
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹500/-
- SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minority / EBC: ₹250/-
- After attending CBT, candidates receive ₹400 back from the ₹500 fee, or the full ₹250 concessional fee. Bank charges are deducted.
- The fee can be paid online through internet banking, debit card, credit card or UPI.
RRB Paramedical CEN 05/2026 Age Limit
As On Date: 01/01/2027
- Minimum Age: Depends on the post; check the eligibility table.
- Maximum Age: Depends on the post; check the eligibility table.
- Reserved and other eligible categories can claim age relaxation under the RRB rules.
Max Age With Relaxation
| Normal Upper Age | OBC (NCL) | SC / ST | PwBD: UR / EWS | PwBD: OBC (NCL) | PwBD: SC / ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 years | 33 years | 35 years | 40 years | 43 years | 45 years |
| 33 years | 36 years | 38 years | 43 years | 46 years | 48 years |
| 35 years | 38 years | 40 years | 45 years | 48 years | 50 years |
| 40 years | 43 years | 45 years | 50 years | 53 years | 55 years |
Other Age Relaxation Rules
| Eligible Group | How the Age Limit Applies |
|---|---|
| Ex-Servicemen — UR / EWS | After defence service is subtracted from actual age, the age must be within the post’s normal maximum plus 3 years. |
| Ex-Servicemen — OBC (NCL) | After defence service is subtracted from actual age, the age must be within the post’s normal maximum plus 6 years. |
| Ex-Servicemen — SC / ST | After defence service is subtracted from actual age, the age must be within the post’s normal maximum plus 8 years. |
| Serving Group C / former Group D Railway staff with at least 3 years of service | Upper limit: 40 years for UR / EWS, 43 years for OBC (NCL), and 45 years for SC / ST. |
| Quasi-administrative Railway staff | Add the length of eligible service or 5 years to the normal limit, whichever is less. |
| Widowed, divorced or judicially separated women who have not remarried | Upper limit under this rule: 35 years for UR / EWS, 38 years for OBC (NCL), and 40 years for SC / ST. |
RRB Paramedical CEN 05/2026 Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 590
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| UR | 255 |
| EWS | 46 |
| OBC (NCL) | 113 |
| SC | 106 |
| ST | 69 |
| Stated Total | 590 |
Eligibility Details
| Category No. | Post | Posts | Age on 01/01/2027 | Required Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nursing Superintendent | 365 | 20–40 years | B.Sc Nursing, or a 3-year General Nursing and Midwifery course. Nurse and Midwife registration is compulsory. |
| 2 | Dialysis Technician | 1 | 20–33 years | B.Sc with a Diploma in Haemodialysis, or 2 years of satisfactory in-house haemodialysis training / experience at a reputed institution. B.Sc in Dialysis Technology or Techniques is another accepted route. |
| 3 | Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II | 43 | 18–33 years | B.Sc with Chemistry as a main or optional subject, plus a 1-year Health / Sanitary Inspection diploma or a 1-year NCVT National Trade Certificate in Health Sanitary Inspector. |
| 4 | Audiologist & Speech Therapist | 1 | 21–30 years | A recognised Bachelor in Audiology and Speech Language Pathology (BASLP), with Rehabilitation Council of India registration. |
| 5 | Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | 118 | 20–35 years | A recognised bachelor’s degree in Allopathic Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D). Pharmacist registration under the Pharmacy Act, 1948 is needed. |
| 6 | Radiographer X-Ray Technician | 25 | 19–33 years | Class 12 with Physics and Chemistry and a 2-year diploma in Radiography, X-Ray Technician or Radiodiagnosis Technology. Relevant science graduates with the required diploma, or B.Sc Radiography holders, are also eligible. |
| 7 | ECG Technician | 4 | 18–33 years | Class 12 or graduation in Science, with a certificate, diploma or degree of at least 1 year in ECG Laboratory Technology, Cardiology or the related technician subjects. |
| 8 | Optometrist | 2 | 18–33 years | B.Sc Optometry or a 3–4 year Diploma in Ophthalmic Technician, along with registration from the relevant council or licensing body. |
| 9 | Lab Assistant Grade II | 31 | 18–33 years | Class 12 Science and a Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT), or an equivalent full-time Medical Lab Technology certificate lasting at least 1 year. B.Sc Medical Laboratory Technology is also accepted. |
RRB and Category-wise Posts
| RRB | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7 |
| Ajmer | 6 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 11 |
| Bengaluru | 7 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 18 |
| Bhopal | 11 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 21 |
| Bhubaneswar | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 |
| Bilaspur | 12 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 18 |
| Chandigarh | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 |
| Chennai | 19 | 5 | 19 | 13 | 9 | 65 |
| Gorakhpur | 15 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 5 | 33 |
| Guwahati | 12 | 2 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 29 |
| Jammu-Srinagar | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 6 |
| Kolkata | 40 | 10 | 12 | 20 | 16 | 98 |
| Malda | 13 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 2 | 28 |
| Mumbai | 29 | 3 | 12 | 13 | 4 | 61 |
| Muzaffarpur | 9 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 19 |
| Patna | 5 | 1 | 4 | 7 | 4 | 21 |
| Prayagraj | 17 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 2 | 33 |
| Ranchi | 10 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 21 |
| Secunderabad | 28 | 8 | 18 | 8 | 9 | 71 |
| Siliguri | 9 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 19 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | NA | NA | NA | NA | NA | NA |
| Stated Total | 255 | 46 | 113 | 106 | 69 | 590 |
RRB Paramedical Staff CEN 05/2026: Salary Details
| Post | Pay Level | Initial Pay | Medical Standard |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing Superintendent | 7 | ₹44,900 | C1 |
| Dialysis Technician | 6 | ₹35,400 | B1 |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II | 6 | ₹35,400 | C1 |
| Audiologist & Speech Therapist | 6 | ₹35,400 | B1 |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | 5 | ₹29,200 | C2 |
| Radiographer X-Ray Technician | 5 | ₹29,200 | B1 |
| ECG Technician | 4 | ₹25,500 | C1 |
| Optometrist | 4 | ₹25,500 | B1 |
| Lab Assistant Grade II | 3 | ₹21,700 | B1 |
Important Links
| Download CBT I Exam Date Notice | Click Here |
| Online Application | Click Here |
| Download Detailed CEN 05/2026 Notification | Click Here |
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RRB Paramedical Staff CEN 05/2026: Selection Process & Exam Pattern
| Stage | What Candidates Must Do |
|---|---|
| Single-stage Computer-Based Test | Answer the objective questions and meet the required marks. CBT merit is used to call candidates for document checking. |
| Document Verification | Show original certificates and other required documents for checking. Candidates are called against the notified posts in a 1:1 ratio, based on merit. |
| Railway Medical Examination | Meet the medical standard set for the chosen post. |
CBT Details
| Item | Exam Rule |
|---|---|
| Question type | Objective multiple-choice questions on a computer. |
| Questions / Marks | 100 questions for 100 marks. |
| Time | 90 minutes. PwBD candidates using a scribe get 120 minutes. |
| Wrong answers | 1/3 mark is deducted for each wrong answer. |
| Languages | English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Konkani, Malayalam, Manipuri, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu. |
Questions by Subject
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Ability — related to the chosen post | 70 | 70 |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| General Arithmetic, General Intelligence and Reasoning | 10 | 10 |
| General Science — up to Class 10 CBSE standard | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Minimum Marks Needed
| Category | Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 40% |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 30% |
| SC | 30% |
| ST | 25% |
If there are not enough PwBD candidates, the minimum qualifying standard may be lowered by up to 2 marks. Document checking is based on merit, with 1 candidate called for each notified post.
RRB Paramedical Staff CEN 05/2026: FAQS
What are the RRB Paramedical CEN 05/2026 CBT I dates?
The computer-based exam is scheduled for 23/11/2026 and 25/11/2026. Applicants can open the exam date notice in the Important Links section to read the schedule. This update covers the announced test dates for the listed paramedical posts.
Is the RRB Paramedical CEN 05/2026 admit card available?
An admit card release date has not been given in this update. The available download is the exam date notice. Candidates should check future official updates for the card and read the exam instructions when it becomes available.
How many RRB Paramedical CEN 05/2026 posts are there?
The stated recruitment total is 590 across 9 post types. Nursing Superintendent has 365 posts and Pharmacist has 118. However, the supplied category figures add to 589. The tables retain the supplied numbers and flag the difference for checking.
What is the qualification for RRB Paramedical CEN 05/2026?
Education depends on the post. The requirements include Nursing, Pharmacy, laboratory, radiography and other relevant qualifications. Some posts also need professional registration. Check the qualification and age given for your chosen post in the eligibility table before relying on a general education level.
What is the RRB Paramedical CEN 05/2026 CBT pattern?
The test has 100 questions for 100 marks. Professional Ability accounts for 70 questions, while the other 3 sections have 10 questions each. The normal time limit is 90 minutes, and a wrong answer leads to a deduction of 1/3 mark.
How does the RRB Paramedical CEN 05/2026 fee refund work?
Candidates must attend CBT to receive the stated refund. Those who paid ₹500 get ₹400 back, while candidates who paid the concessional ₹250 fee get that amount back. Bank charges are deducted. The separate ₹250 form modification fee is not refundable.
What happens after the RRB Paramedical CEN 05/2026 CBT?
Candidates are called for checking of original documents according to CBT merit. The number called is equal to the notified posts, giving a 1:1 ratio. They must also pass the Railway medical examination under the standard required for their chosen post.
