RRB has release the Paramedical recruitment 2024 notification and bring the opportunity for candidates to make their career in Indian railways. Candidates who want to get jobs in the healthcare sector in RRB can take part in this recruitment. There are total 1350 vacancies out. The vacancies are out for several positions, like optometrist, radiographer, and pharmacist. There are 22 different positions for which these vacancies are out. It is expected that the authorities will open the application window from July to September.
The exact application date will soon be confirmed. It is suggested to interested candidates read the RRB paramedical staff notification 2024, meet their eligibility, and apply for it before the last date
RRB paramedical staff recruitment 2024
RRB paramedical recruitment has been soon started in July and will continue till September. There are 1350 vacancies released for different positions. The candidates who want to get a job in the Indian Railways department should meet their eligibility and apply for it before the last date
This recruitment has been conducted by RRB for paramedical staff posts. The authorities will also later conduct the national-level exam for candidates. To take part in it, candidates should fill out their applications online before the last date
| Recruiting Body | RRB (Railway Recruitment Board) |
| Post | Paramedical Staff |
| Application Start Date | Mid-July |
| Last Date to Apply | Last Week of September |
| Exam Level | National |
| Official Website | https://indianrailways.gov.in/ |
RRB paramedical vacancy details
As we tell you, RRB has released 1350 vacancies. The vacancies are released for 22 different positions in railways. The candidates who want to take part in this recruitment should know about vacancy details. Here are post-wise vacancies
| S.No | Post | Total Vacancies |
| 1 | Audiologist & Speech Therapist | 4 |
| 2 | Cardiac Technician | 2 |
| 3 | Dietician | 2 |
| 4 | Clinical Psychologist | 7 |
| 5 | Dietician Level 7 | 3 |
| 6 | Staff Nurse | 678 |
| 7 | Dental Hygienist | 3 |
| 8 | Dialysis Technician | 20 |
| 9 | Health and Malaria Inspector Grade III | 132 |
| 10 | Lab Superintendent Grade III | 27 |
| 11 | Optometrist | 4 |
| 12 | Perfusionist | 2 |
| 13 | Physiotherapist | 20 |
| 14 | Pharmacist Grade III | 246 |
| 15 | Radiographer | 64 |
| 16 | Speech Therapist | 1 |
| 17 | ECG Technician | 13 |
| 18 | Lab Assistant Grade II | 94 |
| 19 | Occupational Therapist | 2 |
| 20 | Field Worker | 19 |
| 21 | Nursing Superintendent | 3 |
| 22 | Cath Lab Technician | 2 |
| Total | 1350 |
Paramedical Recruitment 2024 eligibility criteria
RRB department has set the eligibility criteria for candidates who want to apply for paramedical posts. The eligibility criteria consists age limit and educational qualification, that vary according to posts for which candidate are applying. Let’s discuss it in detail below.
| Post | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
| Dietician | B.Sc (Science) with PG Diploma in Dietetics (1 year) + 3 months internship OR B.Sc Home Science + M.Sc Home Science (Food and Nutrition) | 18 to 33 years |
| Staff Nurse | B.Sc Nursing OR Certificate as Registered Nurse and Midwife with 3 years course in General Nursing and Midwifery | 20 to 40 years |
| Dental Hygienist | Degree in Science (Biology) OR Diploma/Certificate Course (2 years) in Dental Hygiene + 2 years experience as a Dentist | 18 to 33 years |
| Dialysis Technician | B.Sc with a diploma in Haemodialysis + 2 years experience | 20 to 33 years |
| Extension Educator | Graduation in Social Work/Sociology/Community Education + 2 years diploma in Health Education | 22 to 35 years |
| Optometrist | B.Sc in Optometry OR Diploma in Ophthalmic Technician (3 to 4 years) + Council registration | 18 to 33 years |
| Perfusionist | B.Sc with Diploma in Perfusion Technology OR B.Sc + 3 years experience as a Cardiopulmonary Pump Technician | 21 to 40 years |
| Physiotherapist | Bachelor’s Degree in Physiotherapy + 2 years practical experience in Physiotherapy from a Government/Private Hospital | 18 to 33 years |
| Radiographer | 12th with Physics and Chemistry OR Diploma in Radiography/X-Ray Technician (2 years) OR Science graduates with Diploma in Radiography (preferred) | 19 to 33 years |
| Speech Therapist | B.Sc in Speech Therapy + 2 years experience OR Diploma in Speech Therapy (2 years) + 3 years experience | 18 to 33 years |
| ECG Technician | 12th/Graduation in Science + Certificate/Diploma in ECG Laboratory Technology (1 to 2 years) + 1 year experience | 18 to 33 years |
| Lady Health Visitor | B.Sc in Nursing OR Certificate in Lady Health Visitor (1 year) with 1 year experience | 18 to 30 years |
| Lab Assistant Grade II | 12th with Science (Physics and Chemistry) OR Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) | 18 to 33 years |
| Pharmacist Grade III | 12th in Science OR Diploma in Pharmacy OR Bachelor in Pharmacy (B.Pharma) | 20 to 35 years |
| Health and Malaria Inspector Grade III | B.Sc in Medical Technology (Laboratory) OR Equivalent OR B.Sc in Biochemistry/Microbiology/Life Science (Non-Medical) + Diploma in Medical Lab Technology (DMLT) | 18 to 33 years |
Important documents
There are some essential documents candidates required to apply for RRB paramedical recruitment 2024
- Aadhar card
- Email id
- Active Mobile number
- Scanned copies of caste certificate
- Photograph and signature of candidate
- Online payment details
Application fees
The applicants who are applying for paramedical staff recruitment should pay some fees. These application fees vary according to the category of the candidate. It is an important requirement you should fulfill to submit your RRB paramedical form
| Category | Fees |
| General/OBC | Rs.500/- |
| SC/ST/Female Candidates/Ex-servicemen/EBC | Rs.250/- |
RRB paramedical staff recruitment – How to apply
Here is the step-by-step guide candidates should fill out to apply for RRB paramedical recruitment
- Visit the official website of RRB, https://indianrailways.gov.in/
- On the homepage of the site, you have to click on the RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2024 link
- An application form opens in front of you. you have to enter your details like name, address, date of birth, email ID, phone number, etc
- Next, you should attach your educational documents, photograph, and signature along with your application form
- Pay the application fees now by using the online payment mode
- Cross-check your details in the form
- Submit it. In this way, your application forms are submitted on the website.
Selection process
The candidates who fill out their applications for RRB Paramedical 2024 should go through the selection process later. Here are the following phases in the selection process
Computer-based test
Candidates should go through a computer-based test first. In this phase, the knowledge and skills of the candidate will checked.
Document verification
Candidate who pass through computer-based tests now need to verify their documents. In this phase, their original documents are verify by authorities.
Medical fitness test
Candidate should undergo the medical fitness test to ensure that their health meets the medical standards set by Indian railways.
