RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2024 Notification Out for 1376 Dietician, Nursing Superintendent, Perfusionist & Various Other Posts
Paramedical staff play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of railway employees and passengers. They provide essential healthcare services, from routine check-ups to emergency medical care. A career in railway paramedical services offers job security, attractive salary packages, and opportunities for growth and advancement.
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2024: The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has recently released an advertisement inviting online applications from eligible candidates for filling up of 1376 paramedical positions across various categories.
Interested and eligible candidates who aspire for a career in Indian Railway can apply online for the RRB Paramedical job vacancy from 17th August, 2024 onwards. The deadline for submission of application form along with the required documents is 16th September, 2024.
All the essential information related to the RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2024, including number of posts, essential qualification, age limit, salary, selection procedure and how to apply are discussed in this article.
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2024 Advertisement Highlights
Conducting Authority | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
Recruiting Authority | Indian Railway |
Post Name | Para-medical Staff |
Total Vacancy | 1376 |
Application Mode | Online |
Selection Process | CBT/Doc Varification/Medical |
Last Date To Apply | Sept 16, 2024 |
Job Location | Across India |
Official Website | indianrailways.gov.in |
RRB Paramedical Vacancy 2024 Details
The RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2024 notification covers a total of 1376 para-medical vacancies distributed across 20 categories. The break down of these vacancies in accordance with the various para-medical categories are as follows:
1. Dietician
- • No. of Post: 05
- • Pay Scale: Pay Level-7 (Rs. 44900)
- • Age Limit: 18-36 years (Upper age relaxation for reserved categories as per government rules)
- • Essential Qualification: Candidates must have either a B.Sc (Science Graduate) with a Post Graduate Diploma in Dietetics (one-year course) from a recognized institution plus 3 months of internship training in a hospital, or a B.Sc in Home Science and an M.Sc in Home Science (Food and Nutrition) from a recognized institution.
2. Nursing Superintendent
- • No. of Post: 713
- • Pay Scale: Pay Level-7 (Rs. 44900)
- • Age Limit: 20-43 years (Upper age relaxation for reserved categories as per government rules)
- • Essential Qualification: Candidates must possess either a Certificate as a Registered Nurse and Midwife, having completed a 3-year course in General Nursing and Midwifery from a school of Nursing or another institution recognized by the Indian Nursing Council, or a B.Sc in Nursing.
3. Audiologist & Speech Therapist
- • No. of Post: 04
- • Pay Scale: Pay Level-6 (Rs. 35400)
- • Age Limit: 21-33 years (Upper age relaxation for reserved categories as per government rules)
- • Essential Qualification: Candidates must have a Bachelor degree in Audiology, Speech Language Pathology (BASLP) from a recognized University and must be registered with Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI).
4. Clinical Psychologist
- • No. of Post: 07
- • Pay Scale: Pay Level-6 (Rs. 35400)
- • Age Limit: 18-36 years (Upper age relaxation for reserved categories as per government rules)
- • Essential Qualification: Candidates must have a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology or Social Psychology from a recognized university.
5. Dental Hygienist
- • No. of Post: 03
- • Pay Scale: Pay Level-6 (Rs. 35400)
- • Age Limit: 18-36 years (Upper age relaxation for reserved categories as per government rules)
- • Essential Qualification: Candidates must possess a degree in Science (Biology) from a recognized university or equivalent, a Diploma/Certificate Course (2 years) in Dental Hygiene from an institute recognized by the Dental Council of India, registration with the Dental Council of India as a Dental Hygienist, and two years of experience as a Dental Hygienist.
6. Dialysis Technician
- • No. of Post: 20
- • Pay Scale: Pay Level-6 (Rs. 35400)
- • Age Limit: 20-36 years (Upper age relaxation for reserved categories as per government rules)
- • Essential Qualification: Candidates must have a B.Sc. degree, along with either a Diploma in Haemodialysis or two years of satisfactory in-house training/experience in Haemodialysis work at a reputed institution (proof to be attached).
7. Health & Malaria Inspector Gr III
- • No. of Post: 126
- • Pay Scale: Pay Level-6 (Rs. 35400)
- • Age Limit: 18-36 years (Upper age relaxation for reserved categories as per government rules)
- • Essential Qualification: Candidates must have a B.Sc. degree with Chemistry as a main or optional subject in any branch of Chemistry during their course, along with either a one-year Diploma of Health/Sanitary Inspector or a one-year National Trade Certificate (NTC) in Health Sanitary Inspector awarded by the National Council for Vocational Training, Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India, New Delhi.
8. Laboratory Superintendent Grade III
- • No. of Post: 27
- • Pay Scale: Pay Level-6 (Rs. 35400)
- • Age Limit: 18-36 years (Upper age relaxation for reserved categories as per government rules)
- • Essential Qualification: Candidates must have a B.Sc. with Biochemistry/ Microbiology/ Life Science, or Chemistry and Biology as main or optional/subsidiary subjects, along with a Diploma in Medical Lab Technology (DMLT) or equivalent, or a B.Sc. in Medical Technology (Laboratory) from a recognized institution.
9. Perfusionist
- • No. of Post: 02
- • Pay Scale: Pay Level-6 (Rs. 35400)
- • Age Limit: 21-43 years (Upper age relaxation for reserved categories as per government rules)
- • Essential Qualification: Candidates must have a B.Sc with Diploma in Perfusion Technology {OR) B.Sc and Three years experience in Cardio Pulmonary Pump. Technician in Reputed Recognised Hospital.
10. Physiotherapist Grade II
- • No. of Post: 20
- • Pay Scale: Pay Level-6 (Rs. 35400)
- • Age Limit: 18-36 years (Upper age relaxation for reserved categories as per government rules)
- • Essential Qualification: Candidates must have a Bachelors Degree in Physiotherapy from a recognized University and Two years practical experience in Physiotherapy from the Government / Private Hospital with at least one hundred beds.
11. Occupational Therapist
- • No. of Post: 02
- • Pay Scale: Pay Level-6 (Rs. 35400)
- • Age Limit: 18-36 years (Upper age relaxation for reserved categories as per government rules)
- • Essential Qualification: Candidates must have completed 10+2 with Science and hold a Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy.
12. Cath Laboratory Technician
- • No. of Post: 02
- • Pay Scale: Pay Level-6 (Rs. 35400)
- • Age Limit: 18-36 years (Upper age relaxation for reserved categories as per government rules)
- • Essential Qualification: Candidates must have a B.Sc. and a Diploma from a reputed cardiac lab in Cardiac Professional Cath Lab work or two years of house training/experience in a reputed Cardiac Cath Laboratory.
13. Pharmacist (Entry Grade)
- • No. of Post: 246
- • Pay Scale: Pay Level-5 (Rs. 29200)
- • Age Limit: 20-38 years (Upper age relaxation for reserved categories as per government rules)
- • Essential Qualification: Candidates must have completed 10+2 in Science or its equivalent, with a Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognized institution and be registered as a Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act, 1948, or hold a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharma) from a recognized university or equivalent and be registered as a Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act, 1948.
14. Radiographer X-Ray Technician
- • No. of Post: 64
- • Pay Scale: Pay Level-5 (Rs. 29200)
- • Age Limit: 19-36 years (Upper age relaxation for reserved categories as per government rules)
- • Essential Qualification: Candidates must have completed 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry and hold a Diploma in Radiography/X-Ray Technician/Radiodiagnosis Technology (2-year course) from a recognized institute; science graduates with the same diploma will be preferred.
15. Speech Therapist
- • No. of Post: 01
- • Pay Scale: Pay Level-5 (Rs. 29200)
- • Age Limit: 18-36 years (Upper age relaxation for reserved categories as per government rules)
- • Essential Qualification: Candidates must have a B.Sc. and a Diploma in Audio and Speech Therapy, along with 2 years of experience in the related field.
16. Cardiac Technician
- • No. of Post: 04
- • Pay Scale: Pay Level-4 (Rs. 25500)
- • Age Limit: 18-36 years (Upper age relaxation for reserved categories as per government rules)
- • Essential Qualification: Candidates must have Higher Secondary (10+2) in Science and a certificate course or Diploma in Cardiology Lab Investigations, including ECG, Holter, and TMT, with preference given to those trained in Echocardiography.
17. Optometrist
- • No. of Post: 04
- • Pay Scale: Pay Level-4 (Rs. 25500)
- • Age Limit: 18-36 years (Upper age relaxation for reserved categories as per government rules)
- • Essential Qualification: Candidates must have a B.Sc. in Optometry or a Diploma in Ophthalmic Technician (with a course duration of 3 to 4 years) and be registered with the concerned Council or licensing body.
18. ECG Technician
- • No. of Post: 13
- • Pay Scale: Pay Level-4 (Rs. 25500)
- • Age Limit: 18-36 years (Upper age relaxation for reserved categories as per government rules)
- • Essential Qualification: Candidates must have completed 10+2 or Graduation in Science and hold a Certificate, Diploma, or Degree in ECG Laboratory Technology, Cardiology, Cardiology Technician, or Cardiology Techniques from a reputed institution.
19. Laboratory Assistant Grade II
- • No. of Post: 94
- • Pay Scale: Pay Level-3 (Rs. 21700)
- • Age Limit: 18-36 years (Upper age relaxation for reserved categories as per government rules)
- • Essential Qualification: Candidates must have completed 12th (10+2 stage) in Science, along with either a Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) or a Certificate Course in Medical Lab Technology equivalent to DMLT, provided that the course was completed at an institution recognized by a university or a Technical Board of the State Government/Central Government authority, with a duration of at least one year, full-time training during the course, and a final examination successfully passed by the candidate.
20. Field Worker
- • No. of Post: 19
- • Pay Scale: Pay Level-2 (Rs. 19900)
- • Age Limit: 18-33 years (Upper age relaxation for reserved categories as per government rules)
- • Essential Qualification: Candidates must have completed 12th (10+2 stage) in Science with Biology or Chemistry.
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Candidates are advised to check the official notification below for complete & accurate details on the RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2024.
Examination Fee of RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2024
Candidates aspiring to apply for RRB Paramedical job vacancy will have to pay the prescribed fee as per their community/category.
CATEGORY | FEE |
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SC (Scheduled Caste) | Rs. 250/- |
ST (Scheduled Tribe) | Rs. 250/- |
Ex-Servicemen | Rs. 250/- |
PwBD (Person with Benchmark Disabilities) | Rs. 250/- |
Female | Rs. 250/- |
Transgender | Rs. 250/- |
Minorities | Rs. 250/- |
EBC (Economically Backward Class) | Rs. 250/- |
All Others | Rs. 500/- |
Mode of Payment : Fee can be paid by the candidates through online mode only using Internet Banking, Debit/Credit Cards, or UPI. There will be no option to pay fee through any other mode.
How To Apply For RRB Paramedical Job Vacancy
In this section, we shall walk you through the step by step process on how to apply for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2024.
Candidates are advised to carefully go through the eligible criteria prescribed for the posts such as educational qualification, age, etc and satisfy themselves that they are eligible for the post before applying.
Step 1: Visit the official RRB portal (https://www.rrbapply.gov.in). Alternatively, scroll down to the "Important Link" section below & click the "Apply" button.
Step 2: Click on the "Apply" link.
Step 3: Fresh candidates may click "Create an Account" to register.
Step 4: Fill in the required details & create an account.
Step 5: Once the account is created, Login to the portal.
Step 6: Fill up the application form with the required details.
Step 7: upload necessary documents.
Step 8: Pay the required application fee.
Step 9: Review the filled application form before submission.
Step 10: Print the form for future reference.
Scheme of Exam of RRB Paramedical Recruitment
Computer-Based Test (CBT):
• Duration: 90 minutes (120 minutes for eligible PwBD candidates accompanied by a scribe).
• Number of Questions: 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
• Type of Questions: Objective type.
• Total Marks: 100 marks.
Subjects Covered:
• Professional Ability: 70 marks
• General Awareness: 10 marks
• General Arithmetic, General Intelligence and Reasoning: 10 marks
• General Science: 10 marks
Negative Marking: 1/3rd of the marks allotted to each question will be deducted for each wrong answer.
Qualifying Marks:
• UR (General)/EWS: 40%
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 30%
• SC/ST: 30%
• PwBD: 28%
Selection Process of RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2024
The selection process consists of the following stages:
1. Computer-Based Test (CBT):
- • Candidates will appear for a single-stage CBT as described in the scheme above.
- • The shortlisting for the CBT will be based on the eligibility criteria mentioned for each post.
2. Document Verification (DV):
- • Candidates shortlisted based on their performance in the CBT will be called for Document Verification.
- • All relevant documents, such as educational certificates, caste certificates, PwBD certificates, etc., must be produced in original and photocopies.
3. Medical Examination:
- • Candidates who qualify in Document Verification will have to undergo a medical examination to confirm their physical fitness for the respective posts.
- • The medical standards will vary depending on the job's requirements and will be assessed by the railway administration.
4. Final Selection:
- • The final selection will be made based on the merit of candidates in the CBT, subject to the successful verification of documents and medical fitness.
- • Appointment letters will be issued to candidates who clear all stages of the selection process.
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2024 Online Apply Date
Event | Date |
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Start date of application | 17.08.2024 |
Last date to Apply | 16.09.2024 |
Date of Written Exam | Not specified |
Important Links Related to RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2024
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Official Notification | Click here |
Application Form | Apply here |
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FAQs About RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2024
(Q) How many vacancies are available under RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2024?
(A) A total of 1376 para-medical vacancies are available across 20 categories.
(Q) What is the last date to apply for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2024?
(A) The last date to apply is September 16, 2024.
(Q) What is the age limit to apply for RRB Paramedical job vacancy 2024?
(A) The age limit ranges between 18 and 43 years depending on the post. Age relaxation is available for certain categories as per the Government rules.
(Q) What is the examination fee for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2024?
(A) The examination fee is ₹250 for reserved categories and ₹500 for other categories.
(Q) What is the official website of Indian Railway?
(A) The official website of Indian Railway is https://indianrailways.gov.in.
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