The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially released the Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 03/2025 for the recruitment of paramedical staff across Indian Railways. This is a golden opportunity for qualified healthcare professionals to join one of the largest public sector employers in India.
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2025 – Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Notification No. | CEN 03/2025 |
| Conducting Body | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Total Vacancies | 434 |
| Application Dates | 9 Aug – 8 Sep 2025 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Fee | ₹500 (Gen/OBC), ₹250 (Others) |
| Refund on CBT Appearance | ₹400 (Gen/OBC), ₹250 (Others) |
| Posts Offered | Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist, Health Inspector, Dialysis Technician, Radiographer, ECG Technician, Lab Assistant |
| Qualification | Varies by post (Diploma/Degree in relevant field) |
| Age Limit | 18–40 years (post-wise) |
| Selection Process | CBT → Document Verification → Medical Exam |
| CBT Duration | 90 mins (120 mins for PwBD) |
| Negative Marking | Yes (1/3rd per wrong answer) |
| Official Websites | RRB zone-wise portals |
| Exam Languages | English, Hindi & 13 regional languages |
| Travel Pass | SC/ST candidates eligible (with certificate) |
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2025 – Post-wise Educational Qualifications
| Post | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Nursing Superintendent | B.Sc (Nursing) OR GNM + Registered Nurse & Midwife with Indian Nursing Council |
| Pharmacist Grade III | 10+2 in Science + Diploma in Pharmacy OR Bachelor’s in Pharmacy + Registration with Pharmacy Council of India/State |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II | B.Sc (Chemistry) + Diploma in Health/Sanitary Inspector OR National Trade Certificate in Health Sanitary Inspector |
| Dialysis Technician | B.Sc + Diploma in Haemodialysis OR 2-year experience in Haemodialysis from a recognized hospital |
| Radiographer | 10+2 with Physics & Chemistry + Diploma in Radiography/X-Ray Technician OR B.Sc in Radiography |
| ECG Technician | 10+2 (Science) + Diploma/Degree in ECG Technology + 1-year experience in ECG lab |
| Lab Assistant Grade II | 12th (Science) + Diploma in Medical Lab Technology (DMLT) OR Certificate in Lab Assistant Course + 1-year experience |
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2025 – Vacancy Details
A total of 434 vacancies have been announced across various rrb paramedical posts. Here’s the post-wise breakdown:
| Post Name | Pay Level | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing Superintendent | Level 7 – ₹44,900 | 272 |
| Dialysis Technician | Level 6 – ₹35,400 | 4 |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Gr II | Level 6 – ₹35,400 | 33 |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | Level 5 – ₹29,200 | 105 |
| Radiographer (X-Ray Technician) | Level 5 – ₹29,200 | 4 |
| ECG Technician | Level 4 – ₹25,500 | 4 |
| Lab Assistant Grade II | Level 3 – ₹21,700 | 12 |
Note: These vacancies are distributed across all RRBs and zones. Category-wise and RRB-wise details are available in Annexure B of the official notification.
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2025 – Selection Process
The recruitment process for paramedical categories under CEN 03/2025 will consist of the following stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification(DV)
- Medical Examination
Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Mode: Online (Single Stage CBT)
- Duration:
- 90 minutes for general candidates
- 120 minutes for PwBD candidates using scribe
- Total Questions: 100 (Objective type, multiple choice)
- Sections & Marks:
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Ability (Post-specific) | 70 | 70 |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| Arithmetic, Intelligence & Reasoning | 10 | 10 |
| General Science | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer
- Language Options: English, Hindi, Assamese, and 12 other regional languages
Document Verification (DV)
- Candidates equal to the number of vacancies will be shortlisted in a 1:1 ratio based on CBT merit
- Original certificates must be produced; no additional time will be given
Medical Examination
- Conducted by Railway Administration
- Candidates must meet the prescribed medical fitness standards for the post
🎯 Minimum Qualifying Marks (CBT)
| Category | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 40% |
| OBC / SC | 30% |
| ST | 25% |
PwBD candidates may get up to 2 marks relaxation if sufficient candidates are not available
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2025 – Online Application Process (Step-by-Step)
Follow these steps to successfully apply online for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2025:
🔹 Step 1: Create an Account
- Visit the official RRB website of your chosen zone.
- Click on the “Create an Account” link.
- Enter your name, mobile number, email ID, date of birth, and other basic details.
- Verify your identity using Aadhaar or DigiLocker (recommended for faster processing).
- Once created, your account details cannot be modified.
🔹 Step 2: Fill the Online Application Form
- Log in using your credentials.
- Select your preferred RRB zone and post(s).
- Fill in personal, educational, and communication details carefully.
- Choose your exam language (English, Hindi, Assamese, or other regional options).
- Upload your live photograph using webcam or mobile front camera (no pre-uploaded photos allowed).
- Upload scanned signature in JPG format (black ink on white paper, 30–49 KB).
🔹 Step 3: Upload Required Documents
- SC/ST candidates requesting free train travel must upload a valid caste certificate (PDF, <400 KB).
- Ensure all documents are clear, legible, and meet the format specifications.
🔹 Step 4: Pay the Application Fee
- Fee payment is online only via UPI, debit/credit card, or net banking.
- ₹500 for General/OBC; ₹250 for SC/ST/PwBD/Female/EBC/Minority candidates.
- Refund of ₹400/₹250 will be processed after appearing in CBT.
🔹 Step 5: Final Submission
- Review all details before final submission.
- Once submitted, you’ll receive a confirmation via SMS and email.
- Save or print your application summary for future reference.
🔹 Step 6: Modification Window (Optional)
- If needed, you can modify certain details (except RRB choice and account info) from 11–20 September 2025.
- Modification fee: ₹250 per change
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2025 – Post-wise Syllabus
1. Nursing Superintendent
- Anatomy, Physiology, Nutrition, Biochemistry
- Nursing Foundations, Psychology, Microbiology
- Sociology, Pharmacology, Pathology, Genetics
- Medical-Surgical Nursing (Adult including Geriatrics)
- Community Health Nursing, Child Health Nursing
- Mental Health Nursing, Midwifery & Obstetrical Nursing
- Nursing Research & Statistics
- Management of Nursing Services and Education
2. Dialysis Technician
- Anatomy, Biochemistry & Pharmacology
- Physiology
- Introduction to Kidney Diseases
- Principles and Practice of Dialysis
3. Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II
- Food & Nutrition
- Environmental Sanitation and Sanitary Engineering
- Communicable and Non-Communicable Diseases (Prevention and Control)
- Health and Death Statistics
4. Pharmacist (Entry Grade)
- Human Anatomy & Physiology, Pharmaceutics
- Pharmaceutical Chemistry (Inorganic & Organic), Biochemistry
- Pathophysiology, Pharmacology, Pharmacognosy
- Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence, Pharmacy Practice
- Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Quality Assurance
- Herbal Drug Technology, Pharma Marketing
- Pharmacovigilance, Drug Design, Nutraceuticals
- Advanced Instrumentation, Cosmetic Science
5. Radiographer (X-Ray Technician)
- Human Anatomy & Physiology
- Radiology Physics, Radiation Safety
- X-Ray Machines & Accessories
- Film/Image Processing Techniques
- Clinical Radiography & Positioning
- Medical Ethics & Patient Care
- Imaging Modalities & Contrast Procedures
- Quality Control in Radiology
6. ECG Technician
- Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry
- Pharmacology
- Introduction to Cardiovascular Diseases
- Basic & Advanced Cardiovascular Investigations
7. Lab Assistant Grade II
- Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry
- Fundamentals of Medical Lab Technology
- Microbiology, Clinical Biochemistry
- Pathology & Histopathology
- Haematology and Blood Bank
Common Subjects for All Posts
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| General Arithmetic | Number Systems, BODMAS, Fractions, LCM/HCF, Percentages, Time & Work, Profit & Loss, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Statistics |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | Analogies, Series, Coding-Decoding, Relationships, Syllogism, Venn Diagrams, Data Interpretation, Classification |
| General Awareness | Current Affairs, Indian History & Polity, Geography, Economy, Environment, Sports, Science & Tech |
| General Science | Physics, Chemistry, Life Sciences (up to Class 10 CBSE level) |
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