RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment Notification 2025

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the notification for the RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2025, under CEN No. 03/2025. A total of 434 vacancies have been announced across various paramedical posts. Applications will be accepted from 9th August 2025 to 8th September 2025

This recruitment presents an excellent opportunity for candidates with paramedical backgrounds—such as B.Sc, GNM, D.Pharm, DMLT, and similar qualifications—to secure a stable job in Indian Railways.

Breakdown of Vacancies and Post Categories

Post-Wise Vacancy Distribution

RRB has released the following vacancies across multiple paramedical roles:

Post	Vacancies
Nursing Superintendent	272
Pharmacist (Entry Grade)	105
Health & Malaria Inspector Gr III	33
Dialysis Technician	4
ECG Technician	4
Laboratory Assistant Grade II	12
Radiographer (X-ray Technician)	4
Total	434

These figures are confirmed via multiple sources summarizing the official notification

Important Dates & Application Timeline

Schedule at a Glance

Notification Release Date: 8th August 2025
Start of Online Application: 9th August 2025
Application Deadline: 8th September 2025 (by 23:59 hrs)
Fee Payment Deadline: On or before 8th September 2025
Application Correction Window: 11th to 20th September 2025

Candidates must mark these dates clearly to avoid missing deadlines.

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Eligibility Criteria

Academic Qualifications

Eligible candidates must hold one of the following from a recognized institution:

B.Sc Nursing / GNM / Post-basic B.Sc Nursing
Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT)
Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm)
Equivalent paramedical qualifications

Awaiting results or provisional certificates are not permitted for application

Age Limit (as on 1st January 2026)

Post	Age Range
Nursing Superintendent	20–43 years
Pharmacist (Entry Grade)	20–38 years
Health & Malaria Inspector Gr III	18–36 years
Dialysis Technician	20–36 years
ECG Technician	18–36 years
Laboratory Assistant Grade II	18–36 years
Radiographer (X-ray Tech)	19–36 years

General age limit ranges from 18 to 40 years for most posts

Application Process & Submission Details

How to Apply

Visit the official RRB portal: rrbcdg.gov.in or rrbapply.gov.in
Find and download the CEN 03/2025 notification PDF.
Register and fill out the online application form accurately.
Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, educational certificates).
Pay the application fee (detailed below).
Review and submit before 8th September 2025.
Save the confirmation page for future tracking.

Application Fee Details

UR / OBC: ₹500
SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Transgender: ₹250

Payments accepted via:

Internet banking
Debit/credit cards
UPI
SBI Bank Challan
Post Office Challan

Selection Process & Exam Pattern

Stages of Selection

Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Document Verification
Medical Examination

Shortlisted candidates from CBT are called for verification and fitness tests.

CBT Exam Structure

Section	Questions	Marks
Professional Ability (post-specific)	70	70
General Awareness	10	10
General Arithmetic, Intelligence & Reasoning	10	10
General Science	10	10
Total	100	100

Duration: 90 minutes total

Pay Scale & Salary Structure

Salaries are structured under the 7th CPC Pay Levels:

Post	Pay Level	Initial Pay (₹)
Nursing Superintendent	7	44,900
Dialysis Technician	6	35,400
Health & Malaria Inspector Gr III	6	35,400
Laboratory Assistant Grade II	6	35,400
Pharmacist (Entry Grade)	5	29,200
Radiographer (X-ray Tech)	5	29,200
ECG Technician	4	25,500

This competitive compensation adds to the attractiveness of the roles

Tips for Preparation & Application

Read the official CEN 03/2025 notification thoroughly.
Apply early to avoid server congestion.
Prepare well for CBT: focus on professional knowledge, science, reasoning, and awareness.
Use fee payment confirmation to monitor application status.
Keep updated via the RRB website for admit card and exam notifications.

Conclusion

The RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2025 is a significant opportunity—434 positions across diverse paramedical roles with solid pay scales and clear timelines. The structured process, precise exam pattern, and robust selection criteria make this a valuable government career path. Act promptly, prepare strategically, and you could be on your way to joining Indian Railways.

FAQs

1. When does the RRB Paramedical application window open and close?
The online application opens on 9th August 2025 and closes on 8th September 2025.

2. Which posts are available in this recruitment drive?
Posts include Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist, Health & Malaria Inspector, Dialysis Technician, ECG Technician, Laboratory Assistant, and Radiographer.

3. What is the selection process for RRB Paramedical posts?
Selection is based on a single CBT, followed by document verification and medical examination.

4. What is the eligibility age for the Pharmacist post?
For Pharmacist (Entry Grade), the age range is 20 to 38 years as on 1st January 2026.

SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Transgender category candidates pay ₹250, while UR/OBC candidates pay ₹500.