Sarkari Pharma » Railway RRB Pharmacist Recruitment 2026: CEN 05/2026 Paramedical Apply Online
| Name Of Post : | Railway RRB Paramedical Categories Recruitment 2026 (CEN 05/2026) |
| Last Updated : | 19 September 2026 | 08:30 PM |
| Short Information : | Indian Railways Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released recruitment notification for Pharmacist (Entry Grade) Level-5 and Other Paramedical Posts under CEN 05/2026 for 590 Posts. Those candidates who are interested in this Railway RRB CEN 05/2026 can Apply Online from 15/09/2026 to 14/10/2026. Read the notification for RRB Paramedical Categories eligibility, post information, selection procedure, age limit, pay scale and all other information. |
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RAILWAY RECRUITMENT BOARD (RRB) – MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS RRB Paramedical Advt. No. CEN 05/2026 : Short Details of Notification WWW.SARKARIPHARMA.COM |
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| Railway RRB Paramedical Categories Recruitment 2026 (CEN 05/2026) : Vacancy Details Total : 590 Posts | |
| Post Name | Total Post | Eligibility Criteria |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) – Level 5 Pay Matrix | 246+ (Pharmacist Entry Grade) | 10+2 in Science or its equivalent. Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) from a recognized institution OR Bachelor Degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm) from a recognized university. Must be registered as a Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act 1948. |
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🎯 CBT Examination Pattern & Preparation Strategy
- Domain Specific Weightage (70% – 80%): Focus heavily on Pharmaceutics (dosage calculations, dosage forms), Pharmacology (mechanisms, ADRs, drug interactions), Clinical Pharmacy, and Hospital Pharmacy.
- General Aptitude & Reasoning (20% – 30%): Practice daily mock questions covering General Intelligence, Basic Arithmetic, General Awareness, and Public Health Programs.
- Negative Marking Strategy: Most CBT exams carry 0.25 (1/4th) negative marking. Avoid blind guessing and prioritize accuracy on high-confidence questions.
- Time Management: Allocate 45-50 seconds per technical question during practice tests to reserve 15-20 minutes for revision at the end.
🚆 Railway RRB Pharmacist (CEN 05/2026) : Official 70:30 Examination Blueprint & Marks Scheme
Under Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) Paramedical Categories recruitment (CEN 05/2026), selection for Pharmacist Grade III (Level-5) is based on a single Computer Based Test (CBT) structured in a statutory 70:30 Weightage Ratio. Exactly 100 Multiple Choice Questions (100 Marks) are administered for a duration of 90 Minutes.
| Subject / Section Title | Number of Questions | Weightage & Marks |
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| SECTION 1: PROFESSIONAL ABILITY (PHARMACY TECHNICAL DOMAIN – 70%) | ||
| Pharmaceutics, Dispensing, Dosage Forms & Biopharmaceutics | 16 Questions | 16 Marks (+1 mark each) |
| Pharmacology & Toxicology (Therapeutic actions, ADRs, contraindications) | 16 Questions | 16 Marks (+1 mark each) |
| Hospital, Clinical & Community Pharmacy (Inpatient Railway Care) | 12 Questions | 12 Marks (+1 mark each) |
| Pharmaceutical Chemistry (Organic, Inorganic & Medicinal Chemistry) | 12 Questions | 12 Marks (+1 mark each) |
| Pharmacognosy (Herbal drugs, extraction, active constituents) | 08 Questions | 08 Marks (+1 mark each) |
| Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence, Pharmacy Act 1948 & D&C Act 1940 | 06 Questions | 06 Marks (+1 mark each) |
| SECTION 2: GENERAL NON-TECHNICAL APTITUDE (30%) | ||
| General Awareness (Current Affairs, Indian Geography, History, Polity) | 10 Questions | 10 Marks (+1 mark each) |
| General Arithmetic, Intelligence & Analytical Reasoning | 10 Questions | 10 Marks (+1 mark each) |
| General Science (Physics, Chemistry & Life Sciences up to 10th Standard) | 10 Questions | 10 Marks (+1 mark each) |
| GRAND TOTAL (70 TECHNICAL + 30 NON-TECHNICAL) | 100 MCQs | 100 MARKS (90 MINUTES) |
⚖️ Railway RRB Official Negative Marking & Normalization Protocol:
- Heavy Negative Marking: There is 1/3rd (0.33 Mark) negative marking for every incorrect answer. Accuracy is decisive for securing cut-off merit.
- Percentile-Based Normalization: Raw scores across multi-shift computer-based sessions are normalized using the statutory RRB percentile score formula.
- No Interview Cadre: As a Non-Gazetted Group C post, selection is finalized strictly on CBT Percentile Score followed by Document Verification & Railway Medical Examination (A2/C1 Medical Standard).
📑 Statutory Document Verification (DV) Requirements
- No Interview Notice: As per Government of India (DoPT) and State Commission rules, interviews are completely abolished for Group C / Non-Gazetted Pharmacist posts. Selection is 100% based on CBT marks followed by Document Verification.
- Pharmacy Council Live Registration: Candidates must hold active registration as a Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act 1948 with the respective State Pharmacy Council as of the crucial eligibility date.
- Educational Dossier: Original 10th Certificate (Date of Birth proof), 12th Science mark sheet, D.Pharm / B.Pharm semester mark sheets, and diploma/degree certificate.
- Category & Domicile Certificates: Valid OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), EWS, SC, or ST certificates issued within the valid financial year as specified in the official notification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Are candidates registered in other State Pharmacy Councils eligible?
Answer: Most State Commissions require registration in their state council by document verification, while Central recruitments accept any PCI recognized State Council.
Answer: Most State Commissions require registration in their state council by document verification, while Central recruitments accept any PCI recognized State Council.
Q2: Is there any application fee concession for reserved categories?
Answer: Yes, SC/ST/PH/Female candidates receive fee exemption or refundable concession as detailed in the Application Fee table above.
Answer: Yes, SC/ST/PH/Female candidates receive fee exemption or refundable concession as detailed in the Application Fee table above.
Q3: Where can I download the authentic syllabus and notification?
Answer: You can download the 100% verified notification PDF directly from the Useful Important Links table above.
Answer: You can download the 100% verified notification PDF directly from the Useful Important Links table above.