The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2025 notification, inviting applications for various paramedical posts across different railway zones in India. This recruitment drive aims to fill several vacancies in posts like Staff Nurse, Pharmacist, Health Inspector, Lab Technician, Radiographer, and other allied roles. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official RRB websites once the registration window opens.
Overview of RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2025
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Authority | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Post Name | Various Paramedical Staff Posts |
| Total Vacancies | To be announced (Expected in hundreds) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Across India (Various RRB Zones) |
| Selection Process | Computer Based Test (CBT) + Document Verification + Medical Examination |
| Official Website | www.indianrailways.gov.in |
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: August 2025 (Expected)
- Online Registration Start Date: To be announced
- Last Date to Apply: To be announced
- Exam Date: Expected in late 2025
- Result Declaration: Within a month after the exam
Vacancy Details
The vacancies will be distributed across different RRB zones. The posts generally include:
- Staff Nurse
- Pharmacist Grade III
- Health & Malaria Inspector
- Lab Superintendent
- Radiographer
- ECG Technician
- Dietician
- Physiotherapist
- Other allied health posts
The exact number of vacancies for each post will be available in the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Staff Nurse: Diploma/Degree in Nursing and registered with the Indian Nursing Council or the State Nursing Council.
- Pharmacist: 10+2 in Science with Diploma in Pharmacy or Bachelor’s in Pharmacy.
- Lab Technician: 10+2 with Science plus Diploma/Degree in Medical Lab Technology.
- Health Inspector: B.Sc. in Chemistry plus Diploma in Sanitary Inspector Course.
- Radiographer: Diploma in Radiography/Medical Imaging Technology.
(The detailed post-wise qualifications will be mentioned in the official advertisement.)
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 35 years (Varies by post)
- Age relaxation applicable as per government rules.
Selection Process
The RRB Paramedical Staff selection will be based on:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT):
- Multiple-choice questions.
- Covers subjects like Professional Knowledge, General Awareness, General Science, and Arithmetic.
- Duration: 90 minutes.
- Document Verification:
- Candidates qualifying in the CBT will be called for verification of educational, caste, and experience certificates.
- Medical Examination:
- Candidates must be declared medically fit as per Indian Railways standards.
Application Process
- Visit the official RRB zone website.
- Click on the “Apply Online for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2025” link.
- Fill in your personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload scanned documents, photo, and signature.
- Pay the application fee:
- General/OBC: ₹500 (₹400 refunded after CBT)
- SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Ex-Servicemen: ₹250 (Refundable after CBT)
- Apply and download the confirmation page.
Salary Structure
RRB Paramedical Staff posts fall under Pay Level 5 to 7 as per the 7th CPC, with starting salaries ranging from ₹29,200 to ₹44,900 per month, along with allowances like HRA, DA, and Transport Allowance.
Key Preparation Tips
- Focus on your professional subject knowledge.
- Practice previous years’ question papers.
- Stay updated on general awareness, especially health-related current affairs.
- Revise basic mathematics and reasoning concepts.
FAQs – RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2025
Q1. When will the RRB Paramedical Staff 2025 notification be released?
The notification is expected in August 2025.
Q2. What is the selection process for RRB Paramedical Staff?
It includes CBT, document verification, and a medical exam.
Q3. Can final-year students apply?
No, candidates must have the required qualifications before the closing date of the application.
Q4. Is there negative marking in the CBT?
Yes, 1/3rd marks will be deducted for every wrong answer.
Q5. What is the application fee?
₹500 for General/OBC candidates and ₹250 for others (refundable after CBT).
