The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the short notification (CEN 03/2025) for Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2025. A total of 434 paramedical posts, including Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist, Health & Malaria Inspector, etc. will be filled across India.
Online application forms will open from 9 August to 8 September 2025.
Overview Table – RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2025
| COMPONENTS | DETAILS |
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Posts | Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist, etc |
| Total Vacancy | 434 |
| Application Dates | 9 August- 8 September 2025 |
| Educational Qualification | Diploma/Degree/Postgraduate (post wise) |
| Age Limit (As of 01 Jan 2026) | 18–40 / 43 years depending on post |
| Application Fees | Gen/OBC- ₹500
SC/ST/OBC ,others- ₹250 |
| Salary | ₹21,700 to ₹44,900 per month |
| Selection Process | CBT → Document Verification → Medical |
| Official Website | https://rrbapply.com/rrbapply-gov-in/ |
🎯 Eligibility Criteria – RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2025
Indian Citizenship & Domicile
Candidates must be citizens of India and hold appropriate domicile certificates for the region of application (as per past RRB norms).
Educational Qualification (Post‑wise)
Qualification requirements vary with each post are given as follows:
- Nursing Superintendent: GNM or B.Sc Nursing
- Pharmacist: Diploma or Degree in Pharmacy
- Health & Malaria Inspector: B.Sc with Chemistry + Diploma in Health Sanitary Inspector
- Lab Assistant Grade II: Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT)
- Dialysis Technician: B.Sc + Diploma in Haemodialysis
- ECG Technician: Certificate/Diploma in ECG Technology
- Radiographer / X-Ray Technician: Diploma in Radiography/X‑Ray Technology
Work Experience
No prior experience is required. Fresh graduates are eligible.
Age Limit – RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2025
The age criteria differ by position, effective as of 1 January 2026:
- Nursing Superintendent: 20–43 years
- Dietician, Clinical Psychologist, Perfusionist: 18–36 / up to 43 years
- Pharmacist (Entry): 20–38 years
- Radiographer: 19–36 years
- Health & Malaria Inspector: 18–36 years
- Lab Assistant, ECG Technician: 18–36 years
- Dialysis Technician: 20–36 years
- Field Worker: 18–33 years
Age Relaxation Rules
Relaxations apply per government norms:
- OBC (NCL): +3 years
- SC/ST: +5 years
- PwBD: UR +10 yrs; OBC +13; SC/ST +15
- Ex‑servicemen: Service period + 3 + category
- Women widowed/divorced: Extended upper limits (UR 35, OBC 38, SC/ST 45)
- Jammu & Kashmir domicile (1980–89): +5 years
- Railway staff/casual labour (3+ years): UR up to 40, OBC 43, SC/ST 45
Application Fee & Pay Scale- RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2025
Fee Structure
General / OBC / EWS: ₹500 (₹400 refundable after CBT)
SC/ST/EBC/ESM/Female/Minorities/3rd gender: ₹250 (fully refundable)
Payment online via debit/credit card or net banking.
Salary Structure
Post-based basic pay under 7th CPC:
- Nursing Superintendent (Level 7): ₹44,900
- Pharmacist / Radiographer (Level 5): ₹29,200
- Health & Malaria Inspector / Dialysis Technician (Level 6): ₹35,400
- Lab Assistant (Level 3): ₹21,700
- ECG Technician (Level 4): ₹25,500
Allowances (DA, HRA, TA, PF) add to the overall package.
Selection Process – RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2025
- Computer‑Based Test (CBT)
- Duration: 90 minutes, 100 questions
- Subjects: Professional Ability (post-specific), General Awareness, Mathematics, Reasoning, General Science
- Negative marking: –1/3 mark per wrong answer
- Minimum marks: UR/EWS 40%; OBC/SC 30%; ST 25%
- Document Verification
Shortlisted candidates must provide original:
- Educational certificates
- Category / PwBD / ESM proof
- Photo ID & address proof
- Photo & other documents as required.
- Medical Examination
- Final medical fitness check based on Railway standards.
- LASIK candidates may be considered if treated before age 20.
Important Dates – RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2025
| ACTIVITY | DATES |
| Application Window | 9 August – 8 September 2025 |
| CBT Date | To Be Announced |
| Admit Card Release | A few days before CBT |
| Document Verification | After CBT results |
| Medical Test | After DV |
| Final Appointment | Following Medical + cutoff |
Tips for Applicants- RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2025
- Review post-wise eligibility carefully before applying
- Arrange scanned and original certificates in advance
- Practice mock tests for CBT pattern
- Ensure your application is error-free before submission
- Save confirmation page and login credentials for future use
Conclusion
The RRB 2025 Paramedical Staff Recruitment is a valuable opportunity for candidates with relevant medical qualifications to secure government jobs in the Indian Railways. With transparent selection through CBT, DV, and medical test, and salaries ranging up to ₹44,900 basic, this drive offers career growth and stability.
Apply online between 9 August and 8 September 2025 via official website and prepare for the CBT accordingly.
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