RRB Paramedical Exam Schedule 2026: Revised Dates, Admit Card, and Pattern Details for CEN 03/2025

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially announced the revised examination schedule for the Paramedical Computer-Based Test (CBT) under CEN No. 03/2025. Candidates preparing for various paramedical roles, including Nursing Superintendent and Pharmacist, should take note of these updated timelines to streamline their final revision efforts.

Revised Exam Schedule and Vacancy Overview

Following the official notification issued on February 25, 2026, the examination is now confirmed to take place from March 11 to March 13, 2026. With 434 total vacancies available across seven distinct categories, competition remains significant. Understanding the breakdown of these positions is essential for all aspirants.

Post Name	Vacancy
Nursing Superintendent	272
Pharmacist (Entry Grade)	105
Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II	33
Lab Assistant Grade II	12
ECG Technician	04
Dialysis Technician	04
Radiographer X-Ray Technician	04
Total	434

RRB Paramedical Important Dates Checklist

• RRB Paramedical Exam City Intimation Slip 2026 – 10 days before the exam date
• Admit Card Release Date – 4 days before the exam date
• RRB Paramedical Exam Date 2026 – 11th to 13th March 2026

Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme

The CBT consists of 100 objective-type questions to be completed in 90 minutes (120 minutes for PwBD candidates with a scribe). It is crucial to remember the marking scheme: a negative marking of 0.25 marks applies to incorrect answers, while unattempted questions do not incur any penalties. For detailed preparation, you can Download RRB Paramedical Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026 Here or Access RRB Paramedical Staff Nurse Previous Year Papers to gauge your performance.

Subjects	No. of Questions	Marks	Duration
General Awareness	10	10	90 minutes
General Arithmetic, General Intelligence and Reasoning	10	10	90 minutes
General Science	10	10	90 minutes
Professional ability	70	70	90 minutes
Total	100	100	90 minutes

Steps to Download Your RRB Paramedical Admit Card 2026

1. Visit the official RRB regional website (e.g., rrbcdg.gov.in, rrbapply.gov.in).
2. Click on the “Download Admit Card / E-Call Letter” link for CEN 03/2025.
3. Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth.
4. Click Submit to display your Admit Card.
5. Download and print the hall ticket for exam day use.

Post-Exam Resources

Once the examination concludes, you can stay updated on the results and evaluation process through these official links:

• RRB Nursing Superintendent Answer Key 2026 Available Now – Download Here
• RRB Paramedical Answer Key 2026 Released – Click Here to Access

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

When is the RRB Paramedical CBT scheduled?

The RRB Paramedical CBT for CEN 03/2025 is scheduled to be held from 11th to 13th March 2026.

Is there negative marking in the RRB Paramedical exam?

Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer, while no marks are deducted for unattempted questions.

When will the admit cards be available for download?

Admit cards will be available for download on the official RRB websites 4 days before the respective exam date.

How many questions are there in the CBT?

The exam consists of 100 objective-type questions worth a total of 100 marks.