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RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2024 – Apply Online, Eligibility, Exam Date & Syllabus
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Written by: ARVIND KUMAR
Published:
2025-03-23
Basic Information
| Organization Name | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Description | Recruitment of various categories of Para-Medical staff under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India. |
| Post Title | Various Para-Medical Posts (Dietician, Nursing Superintendent, Audiologist & Speech Therapist, etc.) |
| Contact Address | Ministry of Railways, Railway Recruitment Board, India |
| Website | www.indianrailways.gov.in |
Dates
| Application Start Date | 17th August 2024 |
| Application End Date | 16th September 2024 (until 23:59 hours) |
| Modification Window (for Corrections) | 17th September 2024 to 26th September 2024 |
| Exam Date | 28-30 April 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | 4 days before the CBT exam date |
| Exam City Intimation | 10 days before the CBT exam date |
| Result Declaration | To be announced |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Refundable Amount (After CBT) |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹500 | ₹400 (After deducting bank charges, if appeared in CBT) |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minority / EBC | ₹250 | ₹250 (After deducting bank charges, if appeared in CBT) |
Eligiblity Critera
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian Citizen, or a subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee who came before 01.01.1962, or a person of Indian origin from certain countries. |
| Educational Qualification | Must have the required minimum Educational/Technical/Professional qualification as per the post (detailed in Annexure-A of the notification). |
| Age Limit (as on 01.01.2025) | Varies by post (Generally between 18-43 years). Age relaxation is provided as per category. |
| Age Relaxation |
- SC/ST: 5 years - OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years - Ex-Servicemen: Up to the length of service + 3 years - PwBD: 10 years (UR), 13 years (OBC), 15 years (SC/ST) - Railway Employees: Up to 40-45 years (varies by category) |
| Medical Fitness | Must meet the prescribed medical standards as per the post. |
| Other Requirements | Candidates awaiting final results of required qualifications are not eligible. Only one RRB application is allowed per candidate. |
Post Details
| Post Name | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Initial Pay (₹) | Medical Standard | Age Limit (as on 01.01.2025) | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dietician | Level 7 | ₹44,900 | C2 | 18-36 | 05 |
| Nursing Superintendent | Level 7 | ₹44,900 | C1 | 20-43 | 713 |
| Audiologist & Speech Therapist | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | B1 | 21-33 | 04 |
| Clinical Psychologist | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | B1 | 18-36 | 07 |
| Dental Hygienist | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | C2 | 18-36 | 03 |
| Dialysis Technician | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | B1 | 20-36 | 20 |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Gr III | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | C1 | 18-36 | 126 |
| Laboratory Superintendent | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | B1 | 18-36 | 27 |
| Perfusionist | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | B1 | 21-43 | 02 |
| Physiotherapist Grade II | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | C1 | 18-36 | 20 |
| Occupational Therapist | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | C1 | 18-36 | 02 |
| Cath Laboratory Technician | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | B1 | 18-36 | 02 |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | Level 5 | ₹29,200 | C2 | 20-38 | 246 |
| Radiographer X-Ray Technician | Level 5 | ₹29,200 | B1 | 19-36 | 64 |
| Speech Therapist | Level 5 | ₹29,200 | B1 | 18-36 | 01 |
| Cardiac Technician | Level 4 | ₹25,500 | B1 | 18-36 | 04 |
| Optometrist | Level 4 | ₹25,500 | B1 | 18-36 | 04 |
| ECG Technician | Level 4 | ₹25,500 | C1 | 18-36 | 13 |
| Laboratory Assistant Grade II | Level 3 | ₹21,700 | B1 | 18-36 | 94 |
| Field Worker | Level 2 | ₹19,900 | C2 | 18-33 | 19 |
| Total Vacancies | 1376 | ||||
Selection Process
| Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| 1. Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
- Single-stage online exam. - Duration: 90 minutes (120 minutes for PwBD candidates). - Total Questions: 100 (Multiple Choice). - Subjects: • Professional Ability – 70 Marks • General Awareness – 10 Marks • General Arithmetic, Intelligence & Reasoning – 10 Marks • General Science – 10 Marks - Negative marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer. - Minimum Qualifying Marks: • UR/EWS – 40% • OBC/SC – 30% • ST – 25% (2% relaxation for PwBD candidates) |
| 2. Document Verification (DV) |
- Candidates shortlisted based on CBT scores. - Verification of original educational, identity, and category certificates. - Candidates must upload scanned copies before DV date. - Absence from DV will result in disqualification. |
| 3. Medical Examination |
- Conducted after DV. - Candidates must meet the prescribed **medical fitness standards**. - Candidates failing medical criteria will be disqualified. |
| 4. Final Selection & Appointment |
- Final merit list based on CBT performance and medical fitness. - Candidates recommended to respective Railway Zones for appointment. - Selected candidates will undergo training (if applicable). |
Syllabus
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Syllabus Topics |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Ability | 70 | 70 |
- Subject-specific questions based on the post applied for. - Topics will vary based on professional qualifications. |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
- Current Affairs (National & International) - Indian History, Geography, Culture - General Science - Indian Economy & Polity - Railways and Government Schemes |
| General Arithmetic, Intelligence & Reasoning | 10 | 10 |
- Number System, Simplification - Percentages, Ratio & Proportion - Time & Work, Time & Distance - Analogies, Coding-Decoding - Blood Relations, Direction Sense - Syllogism, Data Interpretation |
| General Science | 10 | 10 |
- Physics, Chemistry, Biology (up to 10th standard level) - Human Anatomy & Physiology - Diseases & Prevention |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
How to Apply
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Visit Official Website | Go to the official RRB website of your preferred zone:
|
| 2. Create an Account |
- Click on "New Registration" and enter details like name, email, and mobile number. - Verify via OTP sent to your email & mobile. - If already registered, log in using your credentials. |
| 3. Fill Application Form |
- Enter personal details, educational qualifications, and category details. - Choose the RRB zone you wish to apply for. - Select the post(s) in order of preference. |
| 4. Upload Documents |
- **Photograph**: Recent color passport-size photo (30-70 KB, JPEG). - **Signature**: Scanned image of signature (30-70 KB, JPEG). - **Category Certificate** (if applicable). - **PwBD Certificate** (if applicable). - **Scribe Details** (for PwBD candidates requiring a scribe). |
| 5. Pay Application Fee |
- **General/OBC**: ₹500 (₹400 refunded after appearing in CBT). - **SC/ST/PwBD/Female/Minority/EBC**: ₹250 (Fully refunded after appearing in CBT). - Payment Mode: **Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI)**. |
| 6. Submit Application |
- Review all details before submitting. - Once submitted, **no changes are allowed**. - Take a printout of the final submitted form for reference. |
| 7. Modification Window (if needed) |
- If required, modifications can be done from **17.09.2024 to 26.09.2024**. - Modification Fee: ₹250 per change (except email/mobile and chosen RRB). |
| 8. Download Admit Card |
- Admit cards will be available **4 days before the exam date**. - Candidates must log in to download and print their admit card. |
Link
| Official Website | www.indianrailways.gov.in |
| Apply Online | Click Here to Apply |
| Download Notification | Click Here to Download |
| Admit Card Download | Coming Soon |
| Exam City & Date Intimation | Coming Soon |
| Result Declaration | Coming Soon |
| Document Verification Schedule | Coming Soon |
Faq's
You can apply online through the official RRB website:
Click Here to Apply.
Ensure that you register and fill in the application details correctly before the deadline.
- **General/OBC**: ₹500 (₹400 refunded after appearing in CBT).
- **SC/ST/PwBD/Female/Minority/EBC**: ₹250 (Fully refunded after appearing in CBT).
Payment can be made online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
- **SC/ST/PwBD/Female/Minority/EBC**: ₹250 (Fully refunded after appearing in CBT).
Payment can be made online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
The selection process includes:
1. **Computer-Based Test (CBT)** – 100 marks.
2. **Document Verification (DV)**.
3. **Medical Examination**.
Final selection is based on CBT performance and medical fitness.
1. **Computer-Based Test (CBT)** – 100 marks.
2. **Document Verification (DV)**.
3. **Medical Examination**.
Final selection is based on CBT performance and medical fitness.
The admit card will be available **4 days before the CBT exam date**. You can download it from the
official website:
Coming Soon.
- **Total Questions**: 100 (Objective Type).
- **Subjects**:
- **Negative Marking**: 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer.
- **Subjects**:
- Professional Ability – 70 Marks
- General Awareness – 10 Marks
- General Arithmetic, Intelligence & Reasoning – 10 Marks
- General Science – 10 Marks
- **Negative Marking**: 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer.
The result will be announced on the official website. Once available, you can check it here:
Coming Soon.
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