The Railway Paramedical Exam is conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) to recruit candidates for paramedical positions in Indian Railways. This exam is intended for hiring skilled professionals in various healthcare-related roles. Below is an overview of the exam:
Key Highlights
Conducting Authority:
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB).
Posts Covered:
- Staff Nurse
- Pharmacist
- Lab Assistant
- Radiographer
- ECG Technician
- Health and Malaria Inspector
- Dietician
- Physiotherapist
- Dental Hygienist
- Other allied healthcare roles.
Salary Structure Overview
- Pay Scale: Level 3 to Level 7 of the 7th Pay Commission (CPC).
- Basic Pay Range: ₹21,700 to ₹44,900 per month.
- Grade Pay: ₹2,400 to ₹4,600 (under the 6th CPC).
Post-Wise Salary (Approximate)
Allowances Included in Gross Salary
- Dearness Allowance (DA): ~38% of the basic pay (varies).
- House Rent Allowance (HRA): Based on city classification (X, Y, Z categories).
X (Metro Cities): 24% of basic pay.
Y (Smaller Cities): 16% of basic pay.
Z (Rural Areas): 8% of basic pay.
- Transport Allowance (TA).
Other Benefits:
- Medical facilities.
- Travel concessions.
- Pension under NPS.
- Job security and other perks.
General Responsibilities:
Clinical Support - Assist doctors and patients in day-to-day medical services
Diagnostics - Conduct lab tests, x-rays, ECGs, dialysis, etc.
Dispensing Medicines - For pharmacists: manage drug inventory and issue prescriptions
Sample Collection & Tests - For lab techs: collect and analyze blood, urine samples
Health Records - Maintain patient reports, logs, inventory
Emergency Response - Provide first aid, assist in medical emergencies on trains/stations
Public Health Duties - Malaria Inspectors monitor hygiene, control diseases
Tips for Preparation
- Understand the Syllabus: Thoroughly review the syllabus for your specific paramedical role.
- Practice Mock Tests: Attempt previous year’s papers and online tests.
- Subject Expertise: Focus on professional knowledge as it carries significant weight.
- Stay Updated: Keep track of current events, especially related to health, railways, and government schemes.