
RRB Paramedical Category CEN 05/2026 Recruitment 2026
Posted: 21 days ago
Location: CENTRAL
Closes: 14 Oct 2026
Job Details
CEN No. 05/2026 (Paramedical Category) recruits paramedical staff under Railway Recruitment Boards in Pay Levels 3 to 7. Candidates must submit one online application to a single chosen RRB, complete Aadhaar/DigiLocker verification (recommended), and provide post/zone preferences. The selection process comprises a Single Stage Computer Based Test followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination; CBT has 1/3 negative marking. Educational/technical qualifications must be possessed by 14/10/2026 and community/category claims (SC/ST/OBC‑NCL/EWS) are determined as on the closing date; age is reckoned as on 01-01-2027. Eligible SC/ST candidates receive free sleeper‑class travel authority on their city intimation/e‑call letter; fee concessions apply to specified categories and fee refund is only for candidates who attend the CBT as per the CEN.
- Level:
- central
- Other Information:
- Vacancies reference: RRB-wise vacancies are given at Annexure ‘B’ of CEN No. 05/2026.
Job Summary
RRB’s CEN 05/2026 (Paramedical Category) details application and correction timelines, eligibility cut‑offs, and a Single Stage CBT followed by DV and Medical. Posts are in Pay Levels 3 to 7, and only one application to one RRB is permitted.
Important Dates
Applications open · Application opening date
Last date to apply · Application closing dateNext
Qualification cut-off date (must possess prescribed qualification on or before)
SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS status reckoned as on
Last date for fee payment · Last date for fee payment (for submitted applications)
Correction window · Modification window opens
Correction window · Modification window closes
Crucial date for age reckoning
Fee Structure
Payment Methods
- 1. Online payment:
- Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI; all applicable service charges are borne by the candidate.
Other Information
- 1. Fee concession categories:
- SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, female, transgender, Minorities and EBC are eligible for fee relaxation (see Para 7.0).
- 2. Fee refund condition:
- Refund (after deduction of bank charges) applies only to candidates who attend the CBT, as per Para 7.4; modification fee is non-refundable.
- 3. Modification fee:
- Rs.250 per modification occasion; non-refundable.
- 4. Refund policy notice:
- Payments are non-refundable and chargebacks are not permitted; no refund for erroneous/incomplete/rejected applications or for non-attendance in CBT.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Other Educational Qualifications
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualification cut-off | Candidates must possess the prescribed educational/technical qualification on or before 14/10/2026; those awaiting results are not eligible. |
| Post-wise qualifications | Prescribed qualifications are listed in Annexure-A (Post Parameters) of CEN 05/2026. |
2. Experience Requirements
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Experience Range | N/A - N/A years |
3. Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Range | N/A - N/A years |
4. Language Requirements
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam language | Candidates may choose one language for CBT from the list available in the application (Personal Details page). |
5. Other Eligibility
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Single RRB/application rule | Candidates must apply to only one RRB; multiple applications to the same or different RRBs will result in rejection and debarment from future RRB/RRC examinations. |
| PwBD benchmark | Persons with Benchmark Disability are those with 40% or more disability; post-wise suitability is indicated in Annexure-A. |
| Community/caste status cut-off | SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS status as on the closing date (14/10/2026) will be considered; original certificate in prescribed format must be produced during DV. |
| EBC definition and benefit | Economically Backward Class (EBC) candidates are those with annual family income less than Rs.50,000; eligible only for fee concession. |
| Minorities for fee concession | Minorities include Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains and Zoroastrians (Parsis); fee concession requires an affidavit at DV as per Annexure IV. |
| NOC requirement | Candidates serving in Central/State Government or PSUs (including Railways) must produce a No Objection Certificate at DV. |
| Ex-Servicemen documentation | Serving personnel must submit an Employment Certificate with probable date of discharge (Annexure VI(A)) valid as on the closing date and an Undertaking as per Annexure VI. |
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Salary Details
Other Information
- Pay levels: There are five pay levels in this CEN: Level-3 to Level-7.
How to Apply
- 1. Create an Account:
- Create an account from the Apply tab; use own active mobile number and personal email; account details cannot be edited later.
- 2. Login and fill sections:
- Log in using RRB or Aadhaar credentials and complete Personal Details, Other Details, Educational Qualification, Upload Profile Documents, and Preview & Preference & Submit.
- 3. Preview before submit:
- Verify details in Preview; after submission for payment, application details cannot be edited until the modification window (paid).
- 4. Payment and print:
- Application is finally submitted only after successful online fee payment; take a printout of the submitted application containing the registration number.
- 5. Preferences and single RRB:
- Submit order of post/zone preference for the chosen RRB; only one application to one RRB is allowed.
- 6. Aadhaar/DigiLocker verification:
- Identity verification via DigiLocker/Aadhaar is recommended; using alternate photo IDs will lead to stricter scrutiny at all stages.
- 7. Mobile use:
- A smartphone with a web browser can be used to fill the application.
Exam Pattern
- 1. CBT scheme:
- Single Stage CBT; pattern and syllabus are as per Para 13.0 and Annexure (C) of CEN 05/2026.
- 2. Negative marking:
- 1/3 mark will be deducted for every wrong answer.
- 3. Language choice:
- Choose examination language in the application under the Personal Details page.
Syllabus Details
- 1. Syllabus reference:
- Refer Annexure (C) of CEN No. 05/2026 for detailed syllabus.
Selection Process
- 1. Stages:
- Computer Based Test (single stage), followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination.
- 2. Schedule intimation:
- CBT schedule and venue will be intimated via RRB websites, SMS and/or email to eligible candidates.
- 3. No changes permitted:
- Requests for postponement or change of venue/date/shift will not be entertained.
Admit Card Details
- 1. E-call letter and travel authority:
- For eligible SC/ST candidates who opted for it, the City Intimation Slip/e‑call letter will carry free sleeper‑class travel authority; carry original community certificate and an original ID during travel.
- 2. Provisional nature:
- Issue of an e‑call letter is provisional and does not imply acceptance of candidature for subsequent stages.
Reservation Details
- 1. SC/ST free travel:
- Free sleeper class travel authority is provided on the city intimation/e‑call letter to eligible SC/ST candidates who opted for it; misuse leads to rejection/debarment.
- 2. EBC definition:
- Economically Backward Class: annual family income less than Rs.50,000; eligible for fee concession only; no reservation of posts.
- 3. Minorities:
- Minorities include Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains and Zoroastrians (Parsis); eligible for fee concession subject to submission of affidavit (Annexure IV) at DV.
- 4. OBC-NCL:
- Only communities in the Central List of OBCs (ncbc.nic.in) are eligible for OBC‑NCL reservation; State‑list OBCs alone are not eligible.
- 5. EWS:
- Reservation for EWS as per Para 8.13 of CEN 05/2026.
- 6. PwBD:
- PwBD candidates (≥40% disability) may apply against suitable posts as indicated in Annexure‑A (post parameters).
- 7. Category status date:
- SC/ST/OBC‑NCL/EWS status will be reckoned as on 14/10/2026 and certificates valid as on that date must be produced during DV.
Document Requirements
- 1. SC/ST travel pass:
- To avail free travel, upload SC/ST certificate in application (if opted) and carry original community certificate and original ID during journey.
- 2. EBC proof:
- If fee concession claimed as EBC, produce valid Income Certificate (Annexure III A) or BPL Card or certificate under a recognized poverty alleviation program or IZZAT MST at DV.
- 3. Minority affidavit:
- Minority candidates claiming fee waiver must submit an affidavit as per Annexure IV at DV.
- 4. Ex-servicemen documents:
- Serving personnel must provide Employment Certificate with probable date of discharge (Annexure VI(A)) valid as on closing date and an Undertaking (Annexure VI) at DV.
- 5. NOC:
- Candidates serving in Central/State Government/PSUs (including Railways) must produce a No Objection Certificate at DV.
- 6. Name change proof:
- If name has been changed, possess Gazette Notification/other legal document dated prior to date of online application; both original and changed names must be entered at account creation.
- 7. PwBD certificate:
- PwBD candidates must possess their disability certificate on or before the closing date of online application.
- 8. Live photo and signature:
- Upload live photograph and signature as per Para 14.4 and 14.5.1–14.5.2; follow prescribed formats and size limits.
- 9. DOB entry:
- Enter Date of Birth as per Matriculation certificate; if only month/year are on a certificate, enter the last date of that month (e.g., May‑2023 as 31‑05‑2023).
Important Instructions
- 1. One RRB, one application:
- Do not apply to more than one RRB or submit multiple applications to the same RRB; all such applications will be rejected and lead to debarment.
- 2. Non-editable fields:
- Details entered during ‘Create an Account’ and the chosen RRB cannot be modified.
- 3. Check pre-fetched data:
- Applicants who applied in 2024/2025/2026 should verify pre-fetched data (personal/other details, qualifications, photo/sign) before submission.
- 4. District/state entry:
- Enter present district/state if administrative bifurcation has occurred.
- 5. Application completion:
- Final acceptance occurs only after successful fee payment; keep the registration number safe and print the submitted application.
- 6. Payments and refunds:
- Payments are non-refundable except the refundable portion for CBT attendees as per Para 7.4; modification fee is non-refundable.
- 7. E-call letter is provisional:
- Issuance of e‑call letter does not guarantee acceptance; credentials and photo/signature will be verified at CBT and later stages.
Disqualification Criteria
- 1. Multiple applications:
- Applying to more than one RRB or submitting multiple applications to the same RRB will result in rejection and debarment from future RRB/RRC exams.
- 2. Misuse of free travel:
- Misuse of the SC/ST free travel facility will lead to rejection of candidature and debarment.
Other Information
- 1. Apply portal mention:
- Log-in and application submission are through rrbapply.gov.in.
Important Links
Contact Details
Email: rrb.help@csc.gov.in
Phone: 9592001188, 0172-5653333
Other Information
Helpline hours: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM on all working days.

RRB Paramedical Category CEN 05/2026 Recruitment 2026
Posted: 21 days ago
Location: CENTRAL
Closes: 14 Oct 2026
Job Details
CEN No. 05/2026 (Paramedical Category) recruits paramedical staff under Railway Recruitment Boards in Pay Levels 3 to 7. Candidates must submit one online application to a single chosen RRB, complete Aadhaar/DigiLocker verification (recommended), and provide post/zone preferences. The selection process comprises a Single Stage Computer Based Test followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination; CBT has 1/3 negative marking. Educational/technical qualifications must be possessed by 14/10/2026 and community/category claims (SC/ST/OBC‑NCL/EWS) are determined as on the closing date; age is reckoned as on 01-01-2027. Eligible SC/ST candidates receive free sleeper‑class travel authority on their city intimation/e‑call letter; fee concessions apply to specified categories and fee refund is only for candidates who attend the CBT as per the CEN.
- Level:
- central
- Other Information:
- Vacancies reference: RRB-wise vacancies are given at Annexure ‘B’ of CEN No. 05/2026.
Job Summary
RRB’s CEN 05/2026 (Paramedical Category) details application and correction timelines, eligibility cut‑offs, and a Single Stage CBT followed by DV and Medical. Posts are in Pay Levels 3 to 7, and only one application to one RRB is permitted.
Important Dates
Applications open · Application opening date
Last date to apply · Application closing dateNext
Qualification cut-off date (must possess prescribed qualification on or before)
SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS status reckoned as on
Last date for fee payment · Last date for fee payment (for submitted applications)
Correction window · Modification window opens
Correction window · Modification window closes
Crucial date for age reckoning
Fee Structure
Payment Methods
- 1. Online payment:
- Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI; all applicable service charges are borne by the candidate.
Other Information
- 1. Fee concession categories:
- SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, female, transgender, Minorities and EBC are eligible for fee relaxation (see Para 7.0).
- 2. Fee refund condition:
- Refund (after deduction of bank charges) applies only to candidates who attend the CBT, as per Para 7.4; modification fee is non-refundable.
- 3. Modification fee:
- Rs.250 per modification occasion; non-refundable.
- 4. Refund policy notice:
- Payments are non-refundable and chargebacks are not permitted; no refund for erroneous/incomplete/rejected applications or for non-attendance in CBT.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Other Educational Qualifications
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualification cut-off | Candidates must possess the prescribed educational/technical qualification on or before 14/10/2026; those awaiting results are not eligible. |
| Post-wise qualifications | Prescribed qualifications are listed in Annexure-A (Post Parameters) of CEN 05/2026. |
2. Experience Requirements
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Experience Range | N/A - N/A years |
3. Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Range | N/A - N/A years |
4. Language Requirements
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam language | Candidates may choose one language for CBT from the list available in the application (Personal Details page). |
5. Other Eligibility
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Single RRB/application rule | Candidates must apply to only one RRB; multiple applications to the same or different RRBs will result in rejection and debarment from future RRB/RRC examinations. |
| PwBD benchmark | Persons with Benchmark Disability are those with 40% or more disability; post-wise suitability is indicated in Annexure-A. |
| Community/caste status cut-off | SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS status as on the closing date (14/10/2026) will be considered; original certificate in prescribed format must be produced during DV. |
| EBC definition and benefit | Economically Backward Class (EBC) candidates are those with annual family income less than Rs.50,000; eligible only for fee concession. |
| Minorities for fee concession | Minorities include Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains and Zoroastrians (Parsis); fee concession requires an affidavit at DV as per Annexure IV. |
| NOC requirement | Candidates serving in Central/State Government or PSUs (including Railways) must produce a No Objection Certificate at DV. |
| Ex-Servicemen documentation | Serving personnel must submit an Employment Certificate with probable date of discharge (Annexure VI(A)) valid as on the closing date and an Undertaking as per Annexure VI. |
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- 🔔 Personalized notifications
Salary Details
Other Information
- Pay levels: There are five pay levels in this CEN: Level-3 to Level-7.
How to Apply
- 1. Create an Account:
- Create an account from the Apply tab; use own active mobile number and personal email; account details cannot be edited later.
- 2. Login and fill sections:
- Log in using RRB or Aadhaar credentials and complete Personal Details, Other Details, Educational Qualification, Upload Profile Documents, and Preview & Preference & Submit.
- 3. Preview before submit:
- Verify details in Preview; after submission for payment, application details cannot be edited until the modification window (paid).
- 4. Payment and print:
- Application is finally submitted only after successful online fee payment; take a printout of the submitted application containing the registration number.
- 5. Preferences and single RRB:
- Submit order of post/zone preference for the chosen RRB; only one application to one RRB is allowed.
- 6. Aadhaar/DigiLocker verification:
- Identity verification via DigiLocker/Aadhaar is recommended; using alternate photo IDs will lead to stricter scrutiny at all stages.
- 7. Mobile use:
- A smartphone with a web browser can be used to fill the application.
Exam Pattern
- 1. CBT scheme:
- Single Stage CBT; pattern and syllabus are as per Para 13.0 and Annexure (C) of CEN 05/2026.
- 2. Negative marking:
- 1/3 mark will be deducted for every wrong answer.
- 3. Language choice:
- Choose examination language in the application under the Personal Details page.
Syllabus Details
- 1. Syllabus reference:
- Refer Annexure (C) of CEN No. 05/2026 for detailed syllabus.
Selection Process
- 1. Stages:
- Computer Based Test (single stage), followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination.
- 2. Schedule intimation:
- CBT schedule and venue will be intimated via RRB websites, SMS and/or email to eligible candidates.
- 3. No changes permitted:
- Requests for postponement or change of venue/date/shift will not be entertained.
Admit Card Details
- 1. E-call letter and travel authority:
- For eligible SC/ST candidates who opted for it, the City Intimation Slip/e‑call letter will carry free sleeper‑class travel authority; carry original community certificate and an original ID during travel.
- 2. Provisional nature:
- Issue of an e‑call letter is provisional and does not imply acceptance of candidature for subsequent stages.
Reservation Details
- 1. SC/ST free travel:
- Free sleeper class travel authority is provided on the city intimation/e‑call letter to eligible SC/ST candidates who opted for it; misuse leads to rejection/debarment.
- 2. EBC definition:
- Economically Backward Class: annual family income less than Rs.50,000; eligible for fee concession only; no reservation of posts.
- 3. Minorities:
- Minorities include Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains and Zoroastrians (Parsis); eligible for fee concession subject to submission of affidavit (Annexure IV) at DV.
- 4. OBC-NCL:
- Only communities in the Central List of OBCs (ncbc.nic.in) are eligible for OBC‑NCL reservation; State‑list OBCs alone are not eligible.
- 5. EWS:
- Reservation for EWS as per Para 8.13 of CEN 05/2026.
- 6. PwBD:
- PwBD candidates (≥40% disability) may apply against suitable posts as indicated in Annexure‑A (post parameters).
- 7. Category status date:
- SC/ST/OBC‑NCL/EWS status will be reckoned as on 14/10/2026 and certificates valid as on that date must be produced during DV.
Document Requirements
- 1. SC/ST travel pass:
- To avail free travel, upload SC/ST certificate in application (if opted) and carry original community certificate and original ID during journey.
- 2. EBC proof:
- If fee concession claimed as EBC, produce valid Income Certificate (Annexure III A) or BPL Card or certificate under a recognized poverty alleviation program or IZZAT MST at DV.
- 3. Minority affidavit:
- Minority candidates claiming fee waiver must submit an affidavit as per Annexure IV at DV.
- 4. Ex-servicemen documents:
- Serving personnel must provide Employment Certificate with probable date of discharge (Annexure VI(A)) valid as on closing date and an Undertaking (Annexure VI) at DV.
- 5. NOC:
- Candidates serving in Central/State Government/PSUs (including Railways) must produce a No Objection Certificate at DV.
- 6. Name change proof:
- If name has been changed, possess Gazette Notification/other legal document dated prior to date of online application; both original and changed names must be entered at account creation.
- 7. PwBD certificate:
- PwBD candidates must possess their disability certificate on or before the closing date of online application.
- 8. Live photo and signature:
- Upload live photograph and signature as per Para 14.4 and 14.5.1–14.5.2; follow prescribed formats and size limits.
- 9. DOB entry:
- Enter Date of Birth as per Matriculation certificate; if only month/year are on a certificate, enter the last date of that month (e.g., May‑2023 as 31‑05‑2023).
Important Instructions
- 1. One RRB, one application:
- Do not apply to more than one RRB or submit multiple applications to the same RRB; all such applications will be rejected and lead to debarment.
- 2. Non-editable fields:
- Details entered during ‘Create an Account’ and the chosen RRB cannot be modified.
- 3. Check pre-fetched data:
- Applicants who applied in 2024/2025/2026 should verify pre-fetched data (personal/other details, qualifications, photo/sign) before submission.
- 4. District/state entry:
- Enter present district/state if administrative bifurcation has occurred.
- 5. Application completion:
- Final acceptance occurs only after successful fee payment; keep the registration number safe and print the submitted application.
- 6. Payments and refunds:
- Payments are non-refundable except the refundable portion for CBT attendees as per Para 7.4; modification fee is non-refundable.
- 7. E-call letter is provisional:
- Issuance of e‑call letter does not guarantee acceptance; credentials and photo/signature will be verified at CBT and later stages.
Disqualification Criteria
- 1. Multiple applications:
- Applying to more than one RRB or submitting multiple applications to the same RRB will result in rejection and debarment from future RRB/RRC exams.
- 2. Misuse of free travel:
- Misuse of the SC/ST free travel facility will lead to rejection of candidature and debarment.
Other Information
- 1. Apply portal mention:
- Log-in and application submission are through rrbapply.gov.in.
Important Links
Contact Details
Email: rrb.help@csc.gov.in
Phone: 9592001188, 0172-5653333
Other Information
Helpline hours: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM on all working days.
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