RRB Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II Recruitment 2026
Looking for RRB Health and Malaria Inspector Grade II Recruitment 2026 details? Explore the notified vacancies, educational qualifications, age limit, salary, CBT exam pattern, syllabus, application fee and important dates in this complete recruitment guide.
43 vacancies · ₹35,400 initial basic pay · Pay Level 6
Official Application Portal ↗RRB Health & Malaria Inspector Recruitment 2026: Overview
The Health and Malaria Inspector Grade II post is included in the RRB paramedical recruitment notification. Candidates should verify their educational qualifications and the post-specific conditions before submitting an application.
| Recruitment authority | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
|---|---|
| Notification number | CEN 05/2026 |
| Post name | Health and Malaria Inspector Grade II |
| Total vacancies | 43 across all RRBs, as notified |
| Pay level | Level 6 under the 7th CPC |
| Initial basic pay | ₹35,400 per month |
| Medical standard | C1 |
| Age limit | 18–33 years as on 01 January 2027 |
| Application mode | Online |
| Application start date | 15 September 2026 |
| Application closing date | 14 October 2026, 23:59 hours |
| CBT date | To be announced by RRB |
RRB Health & Malaria Inspector Eligibility 2026
According to the minimum educational qualification in Annexure A of CEN 05/2026, candidates must satisfy both the degree requirement and one of the specified Health/Sanitary Inspector qualification routes.
B.Sc. Degree with Chemistry
A B.Sc. degree in which Chemistry was studied as a main or optional subject in any branch of Chemistry during the course.
One-year diploma or NTC
In addition to the B.Sc. degree, candidates must have either:
- A one-year Diploma in Health/Sanitary Inspector; or
- A one-year National Trade Certificate (NTC) in Health Sanitary Inspector awarded by NCVT, Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India.
Age Limit and Age Relaxation
The notified age range for Health and Malaria Inspector Grade II is 18 to 33 years as on 1 January 2027.
| Category | General upper-age relaxation |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 33 years upper age limit |
| OBC-NCL | 3 years |
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| PwBD and other eligible categories | As specified under the applicable CEN rules |
Additional relaxation may be available to eligible ex-servicemen, railway employees and other categories under the notification. The applicable conditions and cut-off dates must be checked before applying.
RRB Health & Malaria Inspector Salary 2026
Initial basic pay
₹35,400 per month
The post is assigned Pay Level 6 under the 7th Central Pay Commission.
Allowances and take-home pay
Other salary components and deductions depend on applicable Railway rules, posting and individual circumstances.
The initial basic pay is not the same as the final in-hand salary.
RRB Health Inspector Exam Pattern 2026
The notification specifies a computer-based test (CBT) with 100 questions for 100 marks. The section-wise distribution is shown below.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Ability | 70 | 70 |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| General Arithmetic, Intelligence and Reasoning | 10 | 10 |
| General Science | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Exam duration
90 minutes
Eligible candidates using a scribe receive the additional time specified in the notification.
Negative marking
1/3 mark deducted
One-third of the marks allotted to a question is deducted for each incorrect answer.
Minimum qualifying marks
UR / EWS: 40%
OBC-NCL / SC: 30%
ST: 25%
These are minimum qualifying marks, not guaranteed selection scores. Final shortlisting depends on merit, vacancies and the applicable rules.
RRB Health & Malaria Inspector Syllabus 2026
The recruitment notification provides a common CBT syllabus and a post-specific professional syllabus in Annexure C. Use the official Annexure C as the final checklist for the Health and Malaria Inspector Grade II examination.
Health and Sanitary Inspector subjects
Build your preparation around the subjects covered in your recognised Health/Sanitary Inspector training and the official post-specific syllabus. Revise relevant concepts in public health, sanitation, hygiene, communicable-disease prevention and health inspection only to the extent they appear in the prescribed syllabus.
Important: The points above are study guidance, not a verbatim list of official Annexure C topics. Consult the post-specific syllabus in CEN 05/2026 rather than relying on an unofficial topic list.
1. General Arithmetic
Number systems, BODMAS, decimals, fractions, LCM and HCF, ratio and proportion, percentages, mensuration, time and work, time and distance, simple and compound interest, profit and loss, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, elementary statistics, square roots, age calculations, calendar and clock, pipes and cisterns.
2. General Intelligence and Reasoning
Analogies, alphabetical and number series, coding-decoding, mathematical operations, relationships, syllogism, jumbling, Venn diagrams, data interpretation and sufficiency, conclusions and decision-making, similarities and differences, analytical reasoning, classification, directions, statement-arguments and assumptions.
3. General Awareness
Current affairs, Indian geography, culture and history including the freedom struggle, Indian polity and Constitution, Indian economy, environmental issues in India and the world, sports, and general scientific and technological developments.
4. General Science
Physics, Chemistry and Life Sciences up to the Class 10 CBSE syllabus.
RRB Health Inspector Selection Process
Computer-Based Test
Appear for the objective-type CBT. Performance and the applicable qualifying criteria determine further consideration.
Document Verification
Present original educational certificates, age proof, identity documents and category certificates where applicable.
Medical Examination
Candidates must meet the prescribed C1 railway medical standard for this post.
Final consideration
Final selection depends on merit, eligibility, applicable reservation rules, medical fitness and vacancy availability.
RRB Application Fee 2026
| Candidate category | Fee payable | Refund after attending CBT |
|---|---|---|
| Standard fee category | ₹500 | ₹400, less applicable bank charges |
| SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, female, transgender, minority or eligible EBC candidates | ₹250 | ₹250, less applicable bank charges |
The refund is subject to the notification’s conditions and requires attendance at the CBT. EBC, EWS and OBC are separate categories under the notice.
How to Apply for RRB Health & Malaria Inspector
- Open the official RRB application portal.
- Find the application for CEN 05/2026 paramedical categories.
- Create an account or sign in according to the portal instructions.
- Check the Health and Malaria Inspector Grade II qualification, age and other eligibility requirements.
- Select your RRB and complete the application details carefully.
- Upload the required documents and photograph/signature according to the instructions.
- Pay the applicable fee using an accepted payment method.
- Submit the form and retain your application confirmation.
Important Dates: RRB CEN 05/2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | 15 September 2026 |
| Last date to submit application | 14 October 2026, 23:59 hours |
| Last date for fee payment | 16 October 2026 |
| Application modification window | 17–26 October 2026 |
| Scribe-details window for eligible candidates | 27–31 October 2026 |
| CBT examination date | To be announced by RRB |
Preparation Tips for Health & Malaria Inspector
Prioritise professional ability
Professional ability accounts for 70 questions in the indicative CBT pattern. Follow the exact post-specific syllabus in Annexure C.
Practise common subjects
Revise arithmetic, reasoning, general awareness and Class 10-level science through regular practice questions.
Use timed mock tests
Practise 100-question papers within 90 minutes and analyse incorrect answers after each test.
Prepare your documents
Keep your B.Sc. marksheets, Chemistry-subject proof and eligible Health/Sanitary Inspector diploma or NTC certificate ready.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available for RRB Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II?
CEN 05/2026 lists 43 vacancies across all RRBs. Vacancies are provisional and can be revised through official notices.
What is the initial salary for Health and Malaria Inspector Grade II?
The post is in Pay Level 6 with an initial basic pay of ₹35,400 per month. Allowances and deductions determine actual take-home pay.
What is the educational qualification?
A B.Sc. degree with Chemistry as a main or optional subject, plus either a one-year Diploma in Health/Sanitary Inspector or the specified one-year NCVT National Trade Certificate in Health Sanitary Inspector.
What is the age limit?
The notified age range is 18–33 years as on 1 January 2027, subject to applicable relaxation rules.
How many questions are in the CBT?
The indicative examination pattern comprises 100 questions for 100 marks in 90 minutes, including 70 professional-ability questions.
Is negative marking applicable?
Yes. One-third of the marks allotted to a question are deducted for each incorrect answer.
What is the medical standard?
The notified medical standard for Health and Malaria Inspector Grade II is C1.
When will the examination be held?
The examination date is to be announced separately by RRB. Follow official RRB notices for confirmed dates.
Prepare for RRB Health & Malaria Inspector Grade II 2026
Verify the qualification, review the prescribed syllabus, practise the CBT sections and check official announcements before applying. Use the original CEN 05/2026 notification as the final authority for eligibility and recruitment rules.
Visit Official RRB Website ↗Prepared using Railway Recruitment Boards Centralised Employment Notice CEN 05/2026 for paramedical categories, including Annexure A (post parameters), Annexure B (vacancy distribution), Annexure C (syllabus), and the application instructions. This is an informational article, not an official RRB publication. The official notice and any subsequent corrigendum take precedence.
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