RRB Paramedical Answer Key 2026 (CEN 03/2025) — Out Now
Response Sheet & Question Paper Live from 21 March 2026 | Raise Objection by 29 March 10 AM | 434 Posts
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the Provisional Answer Key for the Paramedical Staff CBT under Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 03/2025 on 21 March 2026. Candidates who appeared in the Computer-Based Test conducted on 11, 12, and 13 March 2026 can now log in at rrb.digialm.com (or respective regional RRB websites) to view their question paper, recorded response sheet, and provisional answer keys side by side. This recruitment is for 434 Paramedical Staff posts across 7 categories — Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist (Entry Grade), Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II, Lab Assistant Grade II, Dialysis Technician, Radiographer (X-Ray Technician), and ECG Technician — distributed across all Railway zones and Production Units. The objection window is open from 21 March 2026 and closes on 29 March 2026 at 10:00 AM IST. Fee: ₹50 per question + applicable bank charges, refunded if the objection is found valid by the expert committee. No extension will be granted — the portal closes automatically at the deadline.
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| Conducting Authority | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) — All Regional RRBs | Ministry of Railways, Govt. of India |
| CEN Notification No. | CEN 03/2025 — Paramedical Categories Recruitment 2025-26 |
| Total Vacancies | 434 posts across 7 paramedical categories — all Railway zones and Production Units |
| Application Window | 9 August 2025 → 18 September 2025 | Last date for fee payment: 20 September 2025 |
| CBT Exam Dates | 11 March 2026, 12 March 2026, 13 March 2026 (multiple shifts per day) |
| Answer Key Notice Published | Before 21 March 2026 (pre-release notice on all RRB websites) |
| Provisional Answer Key Released | 21 March 2026 — available on all regional RRB websites and rrb.digialm.com |
| Objection Window | 21 March 2026 → 29 March 2026 at 10:00 AM IST — STRICT. No extension under any circumstance. |
| Objection Fee | ₹50 per question + applicable bank service charges | Refunded if objection is valid (excluding bank charges) |
| Login Credentials | Registration Number + Date of Birth (as Password) or Password set at registration |
| CBT Pattern | 100 Questions | 100 Marks | 90 Minutes | −1/3 negative marking | Bilingual + 13 regional languages |
| Score Normalisation | Percentile-based normalisation applied across shifts and exam dates to equalise difficulty differences |
| Shortlisting for DV | Merit-based — sufficient number of candidates shortlisted based on normalised CBT score |
| Final Answer Key | After expert committee reviews all objections — expected April 2026 |
| CBT Result Expected | April–May 2026 — roll-number PDFs published on all regional RRB websites |
| Event / Milestone | Date / Period | Status |
|---|---|---|
| CEN 03/2025 Notification Released | August 2025 (Employment News: 26 Aug 2025) | |
| Online Application Window Opens | 9 August 2025 | |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 18 September 2025 (23:59 hrs) | |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 20 September 2025 | |
| Application Modification Window | 21 September – 30 September 2025 | |
| City Intimation Slip Released | 27 February – 4 March 2026 (date-wise release) | |
| CBT Admit Card Released | 4 days before each exam date (7–9 March 2026) | |
| CBT Exam — Day 1 | 11 March 2026 (Multiple shifts) | |
| CBT Exam — Day 2 | 12 March 2026 (Multiple shifts) | |
| CBT Exam — Day 3 | 13 March 2026 (Multiple shifts) | |
| Provisional Answer Key Released ✅ | 21 March 2026 — Live Now at rrb.digialm.com | |
| Objection Window — OPEN NOW ⚡ | 21 March → 29 March 2026, 10:00 AM IST | |
| Last Date to Raise Objections — NO Extension | 29 March 2026 at 10:00 AM IST | |
| Expert Committee Reviews Objections | April 2026 (expected) | |
| Final Answer Key Released | April 2026 (expected) | |
| CBT Result / Shortlist for DV | April–May 2026 (expected) | |
| Document Verification (DV) | After result — 2026 (TBA) | |
| Medical Examination | After DV (TBA) | |
| Final Appointment | 2026–27 (expected) |
The RRB Paramedical Answer Key 2026 is personalised — each candidate views their own specific question paper (from their shift), their recorded responses, and the provisional correct answers. It is not a single public PDF. Every candidate must log in individually using their own credentials. Here are the two access paths:
- Direct Login Link (digialm): https://rrb.digialm.com/EForms/configuredHtml/33128/98076/login.html
- RRB BBS (Bhubaneswar) Official Notice: https://www.rrbbbs.gov.in/documentexplorer.php?prmt=TVRneE5RPT0=
- Via Regional RRB Website: Visit your RRB zone site (e.g. rrbcdg.gov.in, rrbmumbai.gov.in, rrbchennai.gov.in etc.) → Important Notices → "CEN 03/2025: Link to View CBT Questions, Responses, Keys & Raise Objections"
Visit Your Regional RRB Website or the Direct digialm Link
Open the direct link rrb.digialm.com/EForms/configuredHtml/33128/98076/login.html in Chrome, Firefox, or Edge — OR — go to your regional RRB website (see Section 08 for all 21 RRB zone links). On the RRB homepage, under Important Notices, look for: "CLICK HERE — Link for Viewing of CBT Question Paper, Responses and Keys & Raising of Objections for Paramedical Staff CEN No. 03/2025". This link remains active until 29 March 2026 at 10:00 AM.
Log In with Registration Number and Date of Birth
On the login page, enter your Registration Number (from your CEN 03/2025 application acknowledgement) and your Date of Birth in DD/MM/YYYY format as your Password (or the password you set during registration, whichever applies). Enter the CAPTCHA code carefully. Click Login. Avoid multiple failed attempts — it may temporarily lock your account. If login fails, verify your Registration Number from your application confirmation email or SMS.
View Your Question Paper, Responses, and Answer Key
After logging in, navigate to the CEN 03/2025 Paramedical CBT Answer Key section. You will see three columns: (1) Your specific question paper as presented during your shift, (2) Your recorded response for each question, and (3) The provisional correct answer from RRB. Compare each question systematically — especially in the Professional Ability section where post-specific technical errors are most common and most worth challenging.
Download and Save Your Response Sheet PDF
Use the download/print option to save your complete response sheet as a PDF. This file contains your exact answers and the provisional key. Save it immediately — the digialm portal may restrict downloads after the objection window closes. This document is critical for: (1) calculating your estimated score using the formula below, (2) preparing objections with the exact question number, (3) future reference if any discrepancy arises during result or DV.
Raise Objections If You Identify Errors (Optional but Time-Sensitive)
If you believe any answer in the provisional key is incorrect, or any question is ambiguous or has a printing error, select that question number, provide your justification (cite textbook/official reference), and pay ₹50 + bank charges per question. Submit via the online portal. The fee is refunded (excluding bank charges) if the expert committee accepts your objection. Objections must be submitted by 29 March 2026 at 10:00 AM — there are no exceptions, no helpdesk overrides, and no alternate submission method.
The 434 vacancies under CEN 03/2025 are distributed across 7 paramedical post categories and all 21 regional RRBs / Railway zones and Production Units. Nursing Superintendent has the highest share at 272 posts (62.7% of total), followed by Pharmacist at 105 posts (24.2%).
| Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Starting Basic Pay | Age Limit (UR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing Superintendent | 272 | Level 7 | ₹44,900/month | 20–40 years |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | 105 | Level 5 | ₹29,200/month | 20–35 years |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II | 33 | Level 6 | ₹35,400/month | 18–33 years |
| Lab Assistant Grade II | 12 | Level 3 | ₹21,700/month | 18–33 years |
| Dialysis Technician | 4 | Level 6 | ₹35,400/month | 20–33 years |
| Radiographer (X-Ray Technician) | 4 | Level 5 | ₹29,200/month | 18–35 years |
| ECG Technician | 4 | Level 4 | ₹25,500/month | 18–33 years |
| Total — All Paramedical Categories | 434 | Level 3–7 | ₹21,700–₹44,900/month | Age as on 01.01.2026 |
Level 7 — ₹44,900
Level 5 — ₹29,200
Level 6 — ₹35,400
Level 3 — ₹21,700
Level 4–6
21 RRB zones
| Section | Topics Covered | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Ability (Highest Weightage) | Post-specific technical knowledge — Nursing (anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, clinical nursing procedures, community health, pediatrics, OBG, psychiatry) · Pharmacy (pharmacology, pharmacognosy, pharmaceutical chemistry, dispensing, drug store management) · Health Inspector (sanitation, public health, epidemiology, disease control) · Radiology (X-ray physics, radiographic technique, darkroom procedures, radiation protection) · ECG (cardiac anatomy, ECG waveforms, arrhythmias, cardiac disorders) · Dialysis (renal physiology, haemodialysis procedure, complications, infection control) · Lab (clinical biochemistry, haematology, microbiology, pathology, specimen collection) | ~75–80 | ~75–80 |
| General Awareness | Current events (national & international) · Indian Railways history & structure · Science & technology · Sports · Books & authors | ~20–25 combined | ~20–25 combined |
| Arithmetic & Numerical Ability | Number systems, percentages, ratio & proportion, simple & compound interest, profit & loss, time-distance-work, mensuration, data interpretation | ||
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | Analogies, series completion, classification, coding-decoding, blood relations, direction sense, syllogism, statement-conclusion, Venn diagrams | ||
| Total | 100 | 100 |
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) — Online at designated RRB exam centres |
| Duration | 90 minutes (1 hour 30 minutes) |
| Question Type | Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) — 4 options, 1 correct |
| Correct Answer | +1 mark |
| Wrong Answer | −1/3 mark (negative marking) |
| Unattempted | 0 marks — no penalty for skipping |
| Medium | Hindi, English, and 13 regional languages — candidates choose at login |
| Normalisation | Percentile-based normalisation across multiple shifts/dates — ensures equitable comparison regardless of shift difficulty |
| Min. Qualifying Marks | UR/EWS: 40% (40/100) | OBC-NCL: 30% (30/100) | SC: 30% (30/100) | ST: 25% (25/100) |
Use the formula below to calculate your estimated raw score from the provisional answer key. Remember: your actual shortlisting score will use the normalised (percentile) score calculated by RRB — which may differ from your raw score depending on the difficulty of your shift relative to other shifts.
The official cut off for RRB Paramedical CEN 03/2025 will be released by RRB along with the result in April–May 2026. The estimates below are based on exam feedback from candidates, the number of vacancies (434), the approximate number of applicants, and trends from the previous RRB Paramedical recruitment cycle (2019 and 2022–23). These are indicative only.
| Post | UR/EWS (Expected) | OBC-NCL | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing Superintendent | 65–75 | 60–68 | 55–63 | 50–58 |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | 60–72 | 55–65 | 50–60 | 45–55 |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Gr. II | 58–70 | 53–63 | 48–58 | 43–53 |
| Lab Assistant Grade II | 55–68 | 50–62 | 46–56 | 41–51 |
| Dialysis Technician | 60–72 | 55–66 | 50–62 | 45–57 |
| Radiographer (X-Ray Tech) | 58–70 | 53–63 | 48–58 | 43–53 |
| ECG Technician | 55–68 | 50–62 | 46–56 | 41–51 |
Login and Identify the Question to Challenge
After logging in and viewing your response sheet (as described in Section 03), identify the specific question number where you believe the RRB answer is wrong. Note the question number accurately — you must reference the exact same question number in the objection form. Cross-check with standard textbooks, official NCERT/nursing council/pharmacy council publications before deciding to raise an objection.
Click the Objection Tracker / Raise Objection Link
On the same login portal, there will be an Objection Tracker or Raise Objection button. Click it, then select the question you want to challenge. Enter your correct option and provide a clear written justification — cite the specific textbook name, edition, author, and page number (for nursing: GNM textbooks; for pharmacy: D Pharma/B Pharma standard texts; for health inspector: standard public health textbooks).
Pay ₹50 Per Question + Bank Charges
Pay the objection fee of ₹50 per question plus applicable bank service charges via Net Banking, Debit Card, or Credit Card through the online payment gateway on the portal. Keep the payment receipt / transaction ID as proof. If you are challenging 3 questions, pay ₹150 + bank charges (3 × ₹50). Payments must be completed before the 29 March 2026, 10 AM deadline.
Submit and Note Your Objection Reference Number
After payment, submit the objection. The system generates a reference/tracking number — note this down and keep the screenshot. RRB's expert committee (subject matter experts including Railway hospital doctors and pharmacists) reviews all valid objections. If your challenge is accepted and the answer is changed in the final key, your score is recalculated accordingly. No individual communication is sent — track the final answer key release for confirmation.
- The question has two correct options — both technically valid from standard textbooks
- The marked answer is factually incorrect as per current medical/pharmaceutical guidelines
- The question stem is ambiguous or grammatically erroneous leading to multiple valid interpretations
- The question is out of syllabus as per the CEN 03/2025 official syllabus PDF
- Not worth raising: mere preference for a different option without strong reference-backed justification — the expert committee only accepts objections with credible published sources
The RRB Paramedical Answer Key 2026 is available on all 21 regional RRB websites. All sites redirect to the same centralised rrb.digialm.com portal for login. Use the website corresponding to the RRB zone you applied under — your zone is printed on your application acknowledgement and admit card.
| Post | Minimum Educational & Professional Qualification | Medical Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing Superintendent | B.Sc. Nursing (4-year degree) from a recognised college OR Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) + 2 years clinical experience. Registered Nurse/Midwife with State Nursing Council. | B1 |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | 10+2 in Science + Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharma) from recognised institution + Registered as Pharmacist under Pharmacy Act 1948. OR Bachelor's in Pharmacy (B.Pharma) + Registered as Pharmacist. | B1 |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Gr. II | B.Sc. with Chemistry as main/optional subject + 1-year Diploma in Health/Sanitary Inspector (OR) 1-year NTC in Health Sanitary Inspector from NCVT (Ministry of Labour). | C1 |
| Lab Assistant Grade II | 10+2 in Science + 2-year Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) from a recognised institution. | C1 |
| Dialysis Technician | B.Sc. (Biology) + Diploma in Haemodialysis Technology / Renal Dialysis Technology from a recognised institution. | B1 |
| Radiographer (X-Ray Technician) | 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry + 2-year Diploma in Radiography / X-Ray Technician / Radiodiagnosis Technology from a recognised institution. | C2 |
| ECG Technician | Degree or Diploma in ECG Laboratory Technology / Cardiology / Cardiology Technician / Cardiology Techniques from a recognised institution. | C1 |
| Stage | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1: CBT (Completed) | 100 MCQ questions | 100 marks | 90 minutes | −1/3 per wrong. Professional Ability (majority) + GK + Arithmetic + Reasoning. Normalisation across shifts. Min. qualifying: UR/EWS 40%, OBC 30%, SC 30%, ST 25%. CBT conducted 11–13 March 2026. | |
| Stage 2: Answer Key & Objections (Active) | Provisional answer key released 21 March 2026. Candidates view question paper, responses, keys. Objections accepted 21–29 March 2026 (10 AM). Fee ₹50/question. Expert committee reviews. Final key and normalised result in April–May 2026. | |
| Stage 3: Document Verification | Candidates shortlisted via CBT merit are called for DV at the respective RRB office. All original certificates (degree, registration certificate, age proof, category certificate, experience certificate if any) verified. Any discrepancy = disqualification. | |
| Stage 4: Medical Examination | Medical fitness test by Railway Medical Officer as per the post-specific medical standard (B1, C1, or C2). Candidates who are medically fit proceed to appointment. No written interview at any stage of RRB Paramedical recruitment. | |
| Final Appointment | Appointment letter issued by the respective Railway zone. Joining at designated Railway hospital or health unit. Pay from first day as per 7th CPC pay level for the post. SC/ST candidates receive free Sleeper class railway pass for DV and medical travel on request. |
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