In 2026, the Railway Board will issue a Centralized Employment Notification (CEN) for 600 vacancies across 9 para-medical categories. Nursing Superintendent positions make up the bulk with 372 posts. Check back for eligibility details and application dates.
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The recruitment process will be managed by the Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), and the notification will cover a total of 600 approved vacancies across 9 categories. The application mode is expected to be online, following standard RRB practices. Keep an eye on the official RRB website for updates.
Particulars
Details
Recruiting Body
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), under Railway Board
Not yet specified (expected online, per standard RRB practice)
Official Website
rrbapply.gov.in and respective Zonal RRB websites
CEN Notification Status
Not yet released - vacancies approved for future notification
Breakdown of Approved Vacancies
The approved vacancies span several key roles within the paramedical field. The most notable position is the Nursing Superintendent, which has the highest allocation. Here are the approved vacancies for each role:
SN
Pay Level
Post Name
Approved Vacancies
1
6
Dialysis Technician
01
2
4
ECG Technician
04
3
3
Lab Assistant Gr. II
31
4
7
Nursing Superintendent
372
5
5
Pharmacist (Entry grade)
120
6
5
Radiographer X-ray Technician
25
7
6
Health and Malaria Inspector Gr. II
43
8
4
Optometrist
02
9
6
Audiologist & Speech Therapist
02
Total
600
Timeline for Assessment and Notification
The timeline for this recruitment includes a series of assessments and approvals leading up to the release of the CEN. Key dates include the evaluation of vacancies and preparation of the draft notification.
Stage
Scheduled Period
Vacancies Assessment upto
30.09.2027
Assessment of Vacancies in OIRMS
May–June 2026
Indenting of Vacancies in OIRMS after approval
June–July 2026
Proposal for Draft CEN
July 2026
Pay Levels for Various Roles
The following pay levels have been established for the paramedical positions being recruited. Each position offers a distinct pay scale based on its level of responsibility.