Indian Railways Approves 600 Paramedical Vacancies for 2026 Recruitment
Paramedical (Pharmacist, Staffnurse, lab technician and other posts
Indian Railways
Job Overview
The Ministry of Railways, Government of India, has approved the notification of 600 vacancies across various Paramedical categories for the year 2026. The approval has been issued by the Railway Board through an official communication dated 22 July 2026.
According to the Railway Board, the vacancies were assessed based on the requirements submitted by the Zonal Railways and Production Units (PUs) through the HRMS Indent Management Module. The competent authority has now approved the release of a Centralized Employment Notification (CEN) for these posts.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Pay Level | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Dialysis Technician | Level 6 | 1 |
| ECG Technician | Level 4 | 4 |
| Lab Assistant Grade II | Level 3 | 31 |
| Nursing Superintendent | Level 7 | 372 |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | Level 5 | 120 |
| Radiographer (X-ray Technician) | Level 5 | 25 |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II | Level 6 | 43 |
| Optometrist | Level 4 | 2 |
| Audiologist & Speech Therapist | Level 6 | 2 |
Total Approved Vacancies: 600
Key Highlights
Organization: Ministry of Railways, Government of India
Recruitment: Centralized Employment Notification (CEN) 2026
Department: Railway Medical Department (Paramedical Categories)
Total Vacancies: 600
Number of Categories: 9
Official Approval Date: 22 July 2026
Important Note
The Railway Board has approved the vacancies for recruitment. The detailed Centralized Employment Notification (CEN) containing eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limit, application process, selection procedure, important dates, and other recruitment details is expected to be released separately.
Candidates interested in Indian Railways paramedical jobs are advised to keep an eye on the upcoming official recruitment notification for complete application details.
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