The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially announced the RRB Pharmacist exam schedule on its portal, https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in/. According to the latest update, the Computer-Based Test (CBT) for the 105 Pharmacist vacancies will be held over three days, from 10th to 12th March 2026. Candidates should review the exam pattern and syllabus below to streamline their preparation.
RRB Pharmacist Notification 2025 Out
The official notification for RRB Paramedical Vacancy 2025 includes 434 total openings across various categories, with 105 designated specifically for the Pharmacist (Entry Grade) role. The recruitment notification provides comprehensive details on the application process, salary structure, pay levels, age limits, and essential educational qualifications.
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RRB Pharmacist Recruitment 2025 Highlights
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) is hiring for 105 Pharmacist (Entry Grade) positions. Eligibility is open to candidates holding a Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharma) who fall within the age bracket of 20 to 35 years.
| RRB Pharmacist Recruitment 2025 Highlights | |
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Post | Pharmacist (Entry Grade) |
| Vacancies | 105 |
| Mode of Exam | Online |
| Exam Date | 10th to 12th March 2026 |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Selection Process |
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| Pay Level | Level 5, Rs 29200 |
| Official Website | https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in/ & https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/ |
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RRB Pharmacist Exam Date 2025 Out
The Railway Recruitment Board, under the Ministry of Railways, oversees the recruitment process for Pharmacist positions in the Indian Railways. The selection for these 105 vacancies involves a Computer-Based Test (CBT), followed by Document Verification and a medical examination. The CBT is officially scheduled for 10th–12th March 2026.
RRB Pharmacist Recruitment 2025 Important Dates
The Railway Recruitment Board has finalized the roadmap for the 2025 recruitment drive. The RRB Pharmacist Exam is officially confirmed to take place from 10th to 12th March 2026, as per updates on https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in.
| Events | Dates |
| Notification Release Date | 8th August 2025 |
| Start Date To Apply Online | 9th August 2025 |
| Last Date To Apply Online | 18th September 2025 |
| Last Date to Pay Application Fee | 20th September 2025 |
| Date of Modification | 21st to 30th September 2025 |
| City Intimation | 10 days before the Exam |
| Admit Card | 4 days before the Exam |
| Exam Date | 10th to 12th March 2026 |
RRB Pharmacist Vacancy 2025
The Railway Recruitment Board has confirmed 105 vacancies for the Pharmacist role. Detailed category-wise distribution is available in the official recruitment notification.
| RRB | ZONE | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | TOTAL |
| AHMEDABAD | WR | 03 | 01 | 01 | 01 | 01 | 07 |
| AJMER | NWR | -- | 01 | 01 | -- | -- | 02 |
| WCR | -- | 02 | -- | -- | -- | 02 | |
| BANGALORE | SWR | 02 | 01 | -- | -- | -- | 03 |
| BHOPAL | WR | 01 | -- | -- | -- | -- | 01 |
| BHUBANESWAR | ECR | -- | -- | -- | -- | 01 | 01 |
| BILASPUR | CR | 01 | -- | -- | 01 | -- | 02 |
| SECR | 03 | -- | -- | -- | -- | 03 | |
| CHANDIGARH | NR | -- | -- | 01 | 01 | -- | 02 |
| CHENNAI | SR | 03 | 03 | 04 | 02 | -- | 12 |
| GORAKHPUR | MCF | 01 | -- | -- | 01 | -- | 02 |
| NER | 03 | 01 | -- | 02 | -- | 06 | |
| GUWAHATI | NFR | 02 | -- | -- | 02 | 01 | 05 |
| JAMMU-SRINAGAR | NR | 02 | 01 | -- | 01 | -- | 04 |
| KOLKATA | CLW | 02 | 01 | -- | 01 | 01 | 05 |
| ER | 01 | 02 | -- | -- | 02 | 05 | |
| MUMBAI | CR | 05 | 02 | 02 | 03 | 01 | 13 |
| WR | 04 | 02 | 02 | 03 | 01 | 12 | |
| MUZAFFARPUR | ECR | -- | 01 | -- | 01 | -- | 02 |
| PATNA | ECR | 02 | -- | -- | -- | -- | 02 |
| PRAYAGRAJ | NCR | 02 | -- | -- | -- | 02 | 04 |
| NR | 02 | 01 | 01 | 01 | 01 | 06 | |
| RANCHI | ECR | -- | -- | -- | 01 | 01 | 02 |
| SECUNDERABAD | ECoR | -- | -- | 02 | -- | -- | 02 |
| SILIGURI | NFR | 02 | -- | 01 | 01 | -- | 04 |
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RRB Pharmacist Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the RRB Pharmacist Recruitment 2025, candidates must meet the specific requirements set by the Railway Recruitment Board. Please verify your qualifications, age limit, and medical standards before submitting your application.
Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for the Pharmacist post must meet the following essential requirements:
- Candidates must have passed 10+2 in Science or its equivalent, with a Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognized institution
- Candidates must have registered as a Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act, 1948 (OR)
- Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharma) from a recognized University or equivalent and Registered as a Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act,1948.
Age Limit & Age Relaxation (as on 01/01/2026)
The age criteria for applicants is 20 to 35 years. The Railway Recruitment Board also offers applicable age relaxations for reserved categories as per government norms.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PWD | 10 years |
| PWD + OBC | 13 years |
| PWD + SC/ST | 15 years |
| Ex‑Servicemen | 3-8 years |
| Govt Servants/RRB employees | up to 40-45 years |
Medical Standards
Candidates must satisfy the physical fitness requirements, specifically meeting the C-1 medical vision standard:
- Distance vision: 6/9, 6/12 with or without glasses
- Near vision: Sn. 0.6 with or without glasses
- Must pass colour, night, binocular, and mesopic vision tests
RRB Pharmacist Selection Process 2025
The selection process for the RRB Pharmacist post consists of a multi-stage evaluation. Candidates will first sit for a Computer-Based Test (CBT), followed by a document verification process and a mandatory medical fitness examination.
- Stage 1: Computer-Based Test
- Stage 2: Document Verification
- Stage 3: Medical Examination
RRB Pharmacist Exam Pattern 2025
The Computer-Based Test (CBT) comprises 100 objective-type questions designed to test domain expertise and general aptitude. The paper includes Professional Ability (70 questions), General Awareness (10 questions), General Arithmetic and Reasoning (10 questions), and General Science (10 questions). The 90-minute exam includes a negative marking penalty of 1/3rd for each wrong answer.
- Professional Ability: 70 questions, 70 marks
- General Awareness: 10 questions, 10 marks
- General Arithmetic, General Intelligence & Reasoning: 10 questions, 10 marks
- General Science: 10 questions, 10 marks
| RRB Pharmacist Exam Pattern 2025 | |||
| Subjects | Number of Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Professional Ability | 70 | 70 | 90 Minutes |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 | |
| General Arithmetic, General Intelligence & Reasoning | 10 | 10 | |
| General Science | 10 | 10 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | |
RRB Pharmacist Salary 2025
Selected candidates will be placed at Pay Level 5 under the 7th Pay Commission, with an initial basic pay of ₹29,200. Perks include Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), pension benefits, medical facilities, and comprehensive career growth opportunities.
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FAQs
The RRB Pharmacist Computer-Based Test (CBT) is scheduled to take place from 10th to 12th March 2026.
The Railway Recruitment Board has announced a total of 105 vacancies for the Pharmacist position.
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