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RRB Paramedical Eligibility 2026

Who can apply for RRB Paramedical in 2026 — the age limit, educational qualification, nationality and attempt rules as specified by Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs). Always confirm against the official notification before applying.

Staff Nurse

Age
20-40 years. Age relaxation: SC/ST +5 years, OBC-NCL +3 years, PwBD +10 years, ex-servicemen as per rules.
Education
B.Sc Nursing (3 or 4 years) OR Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) from a recognised institution. Mandatory registration as a Nurse and Midwife with the Indian Nursing Council or any State Nursing Council.
Nationality
Indian citizen, or subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or Tibetan refugee who came before 1 Jan 1962 with intent to settle permanently, or person of Indian origin who has migrated from specified countries.

Pharmacist (Grade III)

Age
20-35 years. Standard age relaxations apply.
Education
10+2 with Science PLUS B.Pharm OR D.Pharm from a recognised institution. Mandatory registration as a Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act, 1948 with a State Pharmacy Council.
Nationality
Same as above.

Physiotherapist (Grade II)

Age
20-33 years. Standard age relaxations apply.
Education
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) — 4½ years course including 6 months internship — from a recognised institution.
Nationality
Same as above.

Lab Assistant (Gr II) / Lab Superintendent (Gr III) / Radiographer

Age
18-33 years for Lab Assistant; 18-36 years for Lab Superintendent and Radiographer. Standard age relaxations apply.
Education
Lab Assistant: 10+2 with Science + DMLT (Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology) OR B.Sc Medical Lab Technology. Lab Superintendent: B.Sc MLT. Radiographer: 10+2 with Science + Diploma in Radiography / X-Ray Technician course (1-2 years) from a recognised institution.
Nationality
Same as above.

Other paramedical posts (Health & Malaria Inspector, ECG Tech, Dental Hygienist, Optometrist, Dietician, Audiologist, Perfusionist, Hospital Attendant)

Age
18-36 years (varies — Hospital Attendant 18-33 yrs; specialist posts often 20-35 yrs). Standard age relaxations apply.
Education
Post-specific qualification — H&MI: B.Sc + Sanitary Inspector cert / 1-year Health & Sanitary Inspector course. ECG Tech: 10+2 Sci + 1-yr ECG Tech course. Dental Hygienist: 10+2 + 2-yr Dental Hygienist cert. Optometrist: B.Sc Optometry / Diploma. Dietician: B.Sc Home Sci / Food & Nutrition + PG Diploma. Audiologist & Speech Therapist: B.Sc / BASLP. Perfusionist: B.Sc + Diploma in Perfusion Technology. Council/board registration where applicable.
Nationality
Same as above.

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