The RRB (Railway Recruitment Board) is the body that handles recruitment for various posts in Indian Railways—both technical and non-technical. They work through “CEN” (Centralised Employment Notices) for many of their large-scale recruitments.
Previous Paramedical Recruitments
Earlier rounds of paramedical hiring in the Indian Railways have been done via CEN notices too. These have included roles like staff nurses, GNM/B.Sc nurses, lab technicians, ECG/Radiography etc. The 2025 drive continues that trend, with updated posts and procedures.
Key Details of the Recruitment 2025
Notification Release & Advertisement Number
The official notification was released under Advt. No. CEN 03/2025 for the paramedical staff recruitment for Indian Railways.
Total Vacancies & Post-Wise Breakup
There are 434 total vacancies. Here’s how they’re distributed:
- Nursing Superintendent: 272 posts
- Pharmacist (Entry Grade): 105 posts
- Health & Malaria Inspector Grade-II: 33 posts
- Lab Assistant Grade-II: 12 posts
- Radiographer (X-Ray Technician): 4 posts
- Dialysis Technician: 4 posts
- ECG Technician: 4 posts
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online application start | 9 August 2025 |
| Original last date | 8 September 2025 |
| Extended deadline for registration | 18 September 2025 |
| Fee payment deadline | ~18-20 September 2025 (varies by category) |
| Correction window / modification period | After initial submission (check notification) |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualifications
Each post has its own qualification requirement. Generally:
Nursing Superintendent: GNM or B.Sc (Nursing)
Pharmacist: Degree or Diploma in Pharmacy
Health & Malaria Inspector: B.Sc with Chemistry
Lab Assistant: DMLT (Diploma in Medical Lab Technology)
Radiographer / ECG / Dialysis Technician: Relevant diplomas or degrees as per discipline
Age Limit
Minimum age: around 18 years (varies slightly by post)
Maximum age: generally 33 years for most posts; for Nursing Superintendent it’s higher (around 40 years)
Age Relaxation
Relaxation permitted for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC etc.), Persons with Disability, etc. as per government norms. Always check the detailed notification.
Application Process
How to Apply Online – Step by Step
Visit the official RRB / Indian Railways recruitment portal.
Search for “RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2025 CEN-03/2025”.
Register or log in, fill in personal and educational details.
Upload scanned photograph, signature, and relevant certificates.
Pay the application fee via online modes (credit/debit card / net banking / UPI etc.).
Submit the form, download/print the confirmation page for future reference.
Documents Required
Passport size photo
Signature
Educational certificates / mark sheets
Identity proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN etc.)
Category certificate (if applicable)
Application Fee & Payment Modes
General / OBC / EWS: ₹ 500
SC / ST / EBC / Female / Minorities / PwBD etc: ₹ 250
Refundable parts / partial refunds (in certain cases) — check notification.
Payment online via credit/debit card, net banking, etc.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Stages of Selection
Computer Based Test (CBT) – main screening stage
Document Verification
Medical Examination (fitness etc.)
Marking Scheme & Negative Marking
Generally, for CBT exams there might be negative marking (often 1/3rd or similar for wrong answers) — check specific post / notification.
Syllabus Outline
Typical subjects include:
Professional Ability (related to the discipline)
General Awareness
Arithmetic / Quantitative Aptitude
Reasoning / Logical Ability
General Science
Salary, Pay Scale & Other Benefits
The pay varies depending on post and pay level under the 7th Central Pay Commission. Some examples:
Nursing Superintendent: Rs. 44,900 (Level 7) plus allowances
Health & Malaria Inspector / Dialysis Technician etc: about Rs. 35,400 (Level 6)
Other lower posts (Lab Assistant etc) correspond to lower pay levels (Levels 3-4 etc.)
Additionally, benefits such as dearness allowance (DA), house rent allowance (HRA), travel allowance etc., depending on rules of Indian Railways.
Latest Updates & Extensions
The application deadline has been extended to 18 September 2025 from earlier date(s).
Applicants are advised to watch for correction / modification windows (if allowed) after initial submission.
Keep checking the official RRB site for exam date announcements, admit card release, etc.
Important Tips for Applicants
Don’t wait till last minute—server issues, document issues happen.
Double check your eligibility (age, education) before applying, mistakes might disqualify you.
Prepare all necessary documents in advance (scanned, proper sizes).
Keep copies of confirmation / fee receipt.
If exam pattern and syllabus are known, try mock tests or past papers.
Conclusion
The RRB Paramedical Staff Online Form 2025 presents a great opportunity for many with relevant qualifications to secure a stable government position in the health sector. If you’re eligible, act fast—especially with the deadlines extended—and ensure your application is error-free. Good preparation now can help you succeed when exams and verifications begin. Stay updated via official sources and plan ahead.
