The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) are accepting applications for 590 Paramedical Category posts under CEN 05/2026. The online registration process began on September 15, 2026, and eligible candidates can apply through the official RRB recruitment portal until October 14, 2026, up to 11:59 PM.

The last date for fee payment is October 16, while the application modification window will be available from October 17 to 26, 2026.
The recruitment covers several healthcare-related positions, including Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist, Health and Malaria Inspector Grade II, Radiographer, ECG Technician and Lab Assistant Grade II.
A total of 590 vacancies have been notified across nine paramedical categories.
| Post | Vacancies |
| Nursing Superintendent | 365 |
| Dialysis Technician | 1 |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II | 43 |
| Audiologist & Speech Therapist | 1 |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | 118 |
| Radiographer X-Ray Technician | 25 |
| ECG Technician | 4 |
| Optometrist | 2 |
| Lab Assistant Grade II | 31 |
| Total | 590 |
The largest share of vacancies is for Nursing Superintendent, with 365 posts, followed by Pharmacist (Entry Grade) with 118 posts.
| Recruitment Activity | Date |
| Online Application begins | September 15, 2026 |
| Last date to apply | October 14, 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Last date for fee payment | October 16, 2026 |
| Application modification window | October 17-26, 2026 |
| CBT date | To be announced |
The dates for the Computer-Based Test (CBT) will be announced separately by the Railway Recruitment Boards.
Candidates in the applicable general category have to pay an examination fee of ₹500. Of this amount, ₹400 will be refunded after the candidate appears for the CBT, after deduction of applicable bank charges.
Candidates belonging to SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, female, transgender, minority and Economically Backward Class (EBC) categories have to pay ₹250. This amount is also refundable after appearing in the CBT, subject to applicable bank charges.
Only candidates who actually appear for the CBT are eligible for the prescribed fee refund.
Candidates will be selected through the stages prescribed in CEN 05/2026. The recruitment process includes a Computer-Based Test, followed by further stages such as document verification and the applicable medical examination, depending on the post.
The educational qualification, age limit and medical standards vary according to the post. Candidates should therefore check the detailed notification for the specific requirements of the position they wish to apply for.
Candidates can submit their applications online through the centralised RRB recruitment portal. The application process generally requires candidates to create or use their RRB account, select the applicable recruitment and enter their personal, educational and other details.
Applicants should upload the required documents and photograph, pay the applicable examination fee and carefully review the completed form before submitting it. Candidates should also save their registration details and final application for future reference.
The RRBs have cautioned candidates against submitting multiple applications. Applicants should submit only one application for the recruitment and ensure that all information provided is accurate.
Candidates interested in the RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 should complete their applications before October 14, 2026, and regularly check the official RRB websites for CBT dates, admit card updates and further recruitment instructions.