Indian Railways is one of the world’s largest railway networks, providing employment to millions and serving as the backbone of India’s transportation system. It offers stable government jobs with attractive salary packages, career growth, and social security benefits. Working as a Pharmacist in Indian Railways means contributing to the health and well-being of railway employees and passengers.
Job Description: Pharmacist (Entry Grade) in Indian Railways
- Total Vacancies: 105 posts across all Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
- Pay Level: Level 5 as per 7th CPC
- Initial Pay: ₹29,200 per month
- Age Limit: 20 to 35 years (as on 01-01-2026)
- Medical Standard: C2
- Educational Qualification:
- 10+2 in Science with Diploma in Pharmacy and registered as Pharmacist under Pharmacy Act, 1948
OR - Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharma) from a recognized university and registered as Pharmacist under Pharmacy Act, 1948
- 10+2 in Science with Diploma in Pharmacy and registered as Pharmacist under Pharmacy Act, 1948
Key Highlights of the Pharmacist Recruitment 2025
- Application Mode: Online only via official RRB websites
- Selection Process: Computer Based Test (CBT) → Document Verification → Medical Examination
- CBT Duration: 90 minutes (120 minutes for PwBD candidates)
- Number of Questions: 100 (Professional Ability, General Awareness, Arithmetic, Reasoning, General Science)
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer
- Reservation & Age Relaxation: Applicable as per government norms for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen
- Application Fee:
- ₹500 for General candidates (₹400 refundable after CBT)
- ₹250 for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Female/Minorities/EBC (₹250 refundable after CBT)
How to Apply for Indian Railways Pharmacist Jobs 2025
- Visit the official RRB website of your choice (links available on the Indian Railways recruitment portal).
- Create an account or log in if you already have one.
- Fill in the online application form carefully with all required details.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and relevant certificates.
- Pay the application fee online as per your category.
- Submit the application before the last date: 18th September 2025 (23:59 hrs).
- Keep a printout of the application and fee receipt for future reference.
Note: Candidates can modify application details (except account info and chosen RRB) by paying a modification fee of ₹250 from 21st to 30th September 2025.
Important Dates to Remember
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply Online | 18-09-2025 (23:59 hrs) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 20-09-2025 (23:59 hrs) |
| Application Modification Window | 21-09-2025 to 30-09-2025 |
| Scribe Details Submission (for eligible PwBD) | 01-10-2025 to 05-10-2025 |
| Age Reckoning Date | 01-01-2026 |
