The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the Paramedical Categories Recruitment 2024 under Central Employment Notice (CEN) 04/2024. This recruitment drive offers 1,376 vacancies for various paramedical posts, making it a significant opportunity for healthcare professionals to join Indian Railways. The online application window will be open from 17 August 2024 to 16 September 2024.
Key Highlights of RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2024
Recruitment Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
Advt. No. | RRB Central Employment Notice (CEN) 04/2024 |
Post Name | Various Paramedical Staff Posts |
Total Vacancies | 1376 |
Apply Start Date | 17 August 2024 |
Category | RRB Paramedical Notification 2024 |
Official Website | rrbapply.gov.in |
Important Dates for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2024
Aspirants should be aware of the following key dates to ensure they do not miss any important events related to the recruitment process:
RRB Paramedical Staff: Important Dates | |
Event | Date |
Application Start Date | August 17, 2024 |
Last Date to Apply | September 16, 2024 |
Admit Card Release Date | 10 days before the exam |
CBT Date | Last week of November |
Result Date | To be Notified |
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹500/-
- SC / ST / PH / Female: ₹250/-
- Refund After Stage I Exam: ₹400/- for UR/OBC/EWS and ₹250/- for SC/ST/PH/Female
- Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking
Vacancy and Eligibility Details
The age limit for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2024 varies by post. Candidates must refer to the RRB Paramedical Notification 2024 PDF for post-specific age criteria. The age will be calculated as of 1 January 2025, with age relaxation as per government norms.
Post-Wise Vacancy Breakdown:
Post Name | Vacancy |
Dietician | 5 |
Nursing Superintendent | 713 |
Audiologist & Speech Therapist | 4 |
Clinical Psychologist | 7 |
Dental Hygienist | 3 |
Dialysis Technician | 20 |
Health & Malaria Inspector Gr III | 126 |
Lab Superintendent Gr III | 27 |
Perfusionist | 2 |
Physiotherapist Grade II | 20 |
Occupational Therapist | 2 |
Cath Lab Technician | 2 |
Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | 246 |
Radiographer X-Ray Technician | 64 |
Speech Therapist | 1 |
Cardiac Technician | 4 |
Optometrist | 4 |
ECG Technician | 13 |
Lab Assistant Grade II | 94 |
Field Worker | 19 |
Total | 1376 |
Selection Process for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2024
The selection process includes a Computer-Based Test (CBT), followed by Document Verification and a Medical Examination.
Exam Pattern for CBT:
- Duration: 90 minutes (120 minutes for PwBD candidates with a scribe)
- Question Format: 100 objective multiple-choice questions (MCQs)
- Subjects Covered: Professional Ability, General Awareness, Arithmetic, General Intelligence & Reasoning, and General Science
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd of the marks will be deducted for incorrect answers.
Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
Professional Ability | 70 | 70 | 90 minutes |
General Awareness | 10 | 10 | |
General Arithmetic | 10 | 10 | |
General Intelligence & Reasoning | 10 | 10 | |
General Science | 10 | 10 | |
Total | 100 | 100 | 90 minutes |
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2024 Syllabus
To check the complete syllabus for the computer-based test of RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2024, candidates must go through the following table:
Salary Structure for RRB Paramedical Posts
Selected candidates will enjoy competitive salaries as per the 7th Pay Commission guidelines, ranging from ₹21,700 to ₹44,900 per month, depending on the specific role and pay level.
Sample Salary Details:
Post | Pay Level | Initial Pay (in Rs.) |
Dietician | 7 | 44,900 |
Staff Nurse | 7 | 44,900 |
Dental Hygienist | 6 | 35,400 |
Dialysis Technician | 6 | 35,400 |
Lab Assistant Grade II | 3 | 21,700 |
How to Apply for RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2024
- Visit the Official Website: rrbapply.gov.in.
- Registration: Complete the new registration if you haven't already.
- Login: Use your mobile number/email ID and password.
- Fill the Application Form: Enter the required details in the RRB Paramedical 2024 Application Form.
- Upload Documents: Upload the necessary documents, including photographs and signatures in the accepted formats.
- Payment: Pay the application fee using your preferred mode.
- Submit: Review and submit the form.
- Print: Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
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