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Railway Recruitment Boards Open Online Applications for 590 Parametric Posts in Indian Railways (2026)
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Application Window and Procedure
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have launched the online application process for 590 paramedical positions across Indian Railways. Candidates may submit applications through the regional RRB websites beginning September 15. The last date to submit the form is October 14, 2026, at 11:59 pm. Payment of the application fee must be completed by October 16, after which a correction window will be available from October 17 through October 26, 2026. (Indianexpress; NDTV)
Timeline of Key Dates
- September 12 – RRB issues detailed notification announcing 590 vacancies.
- September 15 – Online application portal opens.
- October 14, 2026 – Deadline for form submission, 11:59 pm.
- October 16 – Deadline for fee payment. (Indianexpress; NDTV)
- October 17 – October 26, 2026 – Window for correcting submitted applications.
Vacancies and Fee Structure
The recruitment drive covers several paramedical roles, with the Nursing Superintendent position accounting for the largest share at 365 posts.
Application fees differ by category:
- General category candidates pay Rs 500, of which Rs 400 is refunded after appearing for the computer-based test (CBT).
- Candidates belonging to SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, and EBC categories pay Rs 250, with a similar refund after the CBT, less applicable bank charges.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should visit the official RRB portal (rrb.indianrailways.gov.in) or the respective regional RRB website, complete the online form, upload required documents, and pay the applicable fee before the October 16 deadline. Changes to the submitted form can be made only within the correction window (October 17-26, 2026).
These details constitute the complete schedule and requirements for the 2026 paramedical recruitment drive by the Railway Recruitment Boards.
