RRB Paramedical Exam City Intimation Slip 2026 Released for CEN 03/2025
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially activated the Exam City Intimation Slip for the Paramedical posts under CEN No. 03/2025. This document is a preliminary update to help candidates plan their travel and stay before the final admit cards are released.
RRB Paramedical Exam City Intimation Slip 2026 Released for CEN 03/2025 – Download Now & Check Your Exam City!
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have just released the Exam City Intimation Slip for the Computer-Based Test (CBT) of various Paramedical posts under CEN No. 03/2025. The CBT is set for 11, 12 & 13 March 2026.
If you applied, your slip is now live on the official portal. It tells you your exact exam city, date, shift, and reporting time. Download it immediately using your Registration Number and Date of Birth – this helps you book tickets and plan your stay early. Admit Card will come later (expected around 6-7 March).
Don’t delay! Log in today and note everything carefully.
Important Details
RRB has notified 434 vacancies across 7 Paramedical posts in Indian Railways hospitals and health units. This is a single-stage CBT followed by Document Verification and Medical Exam.
Organization Name:
Railway Recruitment Boards (All RRBs under Ministry of Railways, Government of India)
Post-wise Vacancy Details
- Nursing Superintendent: 272 posts
- Dialysis Technician: 4 posts
- Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II: 33 posts
- Pharmacist (Entry Grade): 105 posts
- Radiographer / X-Ray Technician: 4 posts
- ECG Technician: 4 posts
- Laboratory Assistant Grade II: 12 posts
- (Total: 434 – RRB-wise and zone-wise breakup available in the official notification)
Category-wise Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹500 (₹400 refunded after appearing in CBT)
- SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minorities / EBC: ₹250 (full refund after CBT minus bank charges)
- Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026 – post-wise)
- Nursing Superintendent: 20–40 years
- Dialysis Technician: 20–33 years
- Health & Malaria Inspector Gr II: 18–33 years
- Pharmacist: 20–35 years
- Radiographer: 19–33 years
- ECG Technician & Lab Assistant: 18–33 years
Relaxation: SC/ST 5 years, OBC 3 years, PwBD up to 15 years, Ex-Servicemen as per rules.
Eligibility
Candidates must have the exact qualification on or before 08.09.2025:
- Nursing Superintendent: GNM/B.Sc Nursing + registration
- Pharmacist: D.Pharma / B.Pharma + registration
- Others: 10+2 / Diploma / Degree in relevant field (full details in Annexure A of notification)
No awaiting-result candidates allowed.
How to Apply
Applications were open from 09 August to 08 September 2025. Candidates registered, filled details, uploaded documents, paid fee, and submitted. Modification window was available till 20 September 2025.
Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT) – 100 questions (70 Professional Ability + 30 General)
- Document Verification (1:1 ratio)
- Medical Examination (B-1 / C-1 / C-2 standards)
Final selection on CBT merit + medical fitness.
Salary / Pay Level
- Nursing Superintendent: Pay Level-7 (₹44,900 basic)
- Dialysis Technician / Health & Malaria Inspector: Pay Level-6 (₹35,400)
- Pharmacist / Radiographer: Pay Level-5 (₹29,200)
- ECG Technician: Pay Level-4 (₹25,500)
- Lab Assistant Grade II: Pay Level-3 (₹21,700)
- In-hand salary starts ₹28,000–₹55,000+ (depending on post and city) with DA, HRA, medical facilities, railway passes, and pension – excellent perks!
Who Should NOT Apply and Why
Skip if you don’t meet the exact educational qualification or medical standards (especially colour vision for Radiographer, Lab Assistant, etc.). Avoid if you cannot handle hospital shifts, night duties, or frequent transfers. Not suitable if you want pure desk jobs or quick high salary without patient care.
Is This Job Good for Freshers?
Yes, 100%! Freshers with required Diploma/Degree can apply directly. No prior experience needed. Railways provide on-job training. This is one of the best entry points into government healthcare jobs.
Is the Salary Worth It?
Definitely. Government job security, free medical treatment for family, railway travel passes, house rent, and regular DA hikes make it far better than private hospital jobs. In 5–7 years it becomes very comfortable.
Promotion & Career Growth
Start as Nursing Superintendent / Pharmacist etc. Clear departmental exams and get promoted to Senior roles, Chief Matron, or even Group-B Gazetted posts. Steady growth for 30+ years with 7th CPC revisions.
Previous Year Cutoff
Exact cutoffs for CEN 03/2025 will come after CBT. In similar past RRB Paramedical exams, UR category needed 55–70 marks (out of 100), SC/ST around 35–50. Cutoffs vary by post, RRB, and vacancies.
Comparison with Similar Jobs
Better than state government paramedical posts or ESIC/AIIMS contractual jobs because of central pay, lifetime pension, and railway benefits. SSC Paramedical or NHM jobs may have similar salary but less security and perks.
Common Application Mistakes Students Make
- Not downloading city slip immediately and missing travel planning
- Using wrong login details on exam day
- Forgetting to carry the same photo ID used in application
- Ignoring medical fitness requirements
- Relying on fake websites for updates
Real Preparation Advice
CBT has 70 marks on your professional subject – revise your Diploma/Degree syllabus thoroughly (Anatomy, Physiology, Pharmacy, Lab techniques etc.). 30 marks on GK, Maths, Reasoning & Science. Solve previous RRB Paramedical papers and take 2 full mocks daily. Focus on accuracy – negative marking of 1/3. Revise current affairs for General Awareness. Reach the centre early and stay calm.
Why This Job Is a Good Opportunity
Only 434 vacancies but a lifetime central government job in Indian Railways health services. Stable career, good salary with perks, and chance to serve the nation. If you prepared well, this could be your stepping stone to a respected government healthcare career.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Download and print the city intimation slip.
- Check your exact exam city, date, shift, and reporting time.
- Carry the same photo ID mentioned in application (original + photocopy).
- No electronic items allowed in the exam hall.
- Plan travel and stay in advance – don’t wait for admit card.
- Use only official RRB websites – ignore WhatsApp/Telegram fake links.
FAQs
1. How do I download RRB Paramedical Exam City Intimation Slip 2026?
Go to the official login portal, enter your Registration Number and Date of Birth, and download the PDF. It will show your city, date, and shift.
2. I applied but can’t find the city slip link – what to do?
Visit rrbapply.gov.in or your regional RRB website and use the CEN 03/2025 Paramedical login section. Check your registered email/SMS too.
3. Will the city or date change after this slip?
No. City and date are final. Only in rare cases RRB may change (with notice).
4. What documents do I need on exam day?
Printed city intimation slip + original photo ID used in application. Admit card will be released later.
5. When will the full admit card come?
Usually 4–5 days before the exam (expected 6–7 March 2026). Keep checking your RRB portal.
6. Is there negative marking?
Yes, 1/3 mark deducted for every wrong answer. Attempt only what you know.
| Application Start Date | 09 August 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 08 September 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 10 September 2025 |
| Correction Window Start | 11 September 2025 |
| Correction Window Last Date | 20 September 2025 |
| Exam Date | 11, 12 & 13 March 2026 |
| Exam City Intimation Release Date | 02 March 2026 (Released) |