CISF Para Medical Staff Online Form 2026

The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) Para Medical Staff Recruitment 2026 is conducted to fill various paramedical positions across India. CISF, under the Ministry of Home Affairs, is responsible for providing security to critical infrastructure installations. This recruitment invites eligible candidates with ITI qualifications in relevant trades to join as paramedical staff members. Selected candidates will serve in CISF hospitals, dispensaries and medical facilities across various industrial units, airports, and other establishments under CISF protection. The positions typically include roles like Pharmacist, Nursing Orderly, Lab Technician, ECG Technician, and similar paramedical categories. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking stable central government employment with good career prospects in the paramilitary medical services sector.

Important Dates

Note: Candidates are advised to regularly check the official CISF recruitment website for exact dates.

Vacancy Details (Typical / Indicative)

Note: Exact vacancy numbers will be specified in the official notification. The above figures are indicative based on typical CISF paramedical recruitments.

Educational Qualification

For Different Posts:

• Pharmacist: ITI in Pharmacy / Diploma in Pharmacy from recognized institution
• Lab Technician: ITI in Lab Technician / Diploma in Medical Lab Technology (DMLT)
• ECG Technician: ITI in ECG Technician / relevant paramedical certificate
• Nursing Orderly: ITI in relevant medical trade / 10+2 with science
• X-Ray Technician: ITI in Radiography / Diploma in Radiography

All qualifications must be from institutions recognized by State/Central Government or relevant councils.

Age Limit

Age as on closing date of application:

Age Relaxation:

Nationality

Candidate must be:

• A citizen of India, OR
• A subject of Nepal, OR
• A subject of Bhutan, OR
• A Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1st January 1962 with intention of permanently settling in India, OR
• A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia or Vietnam with intention of permanently settling in India

How to Apply

1. Visit Official Website: Go to the official CISF recruitment portal at cisfrectt.in or cisf.gov.in
2. Read Official Notification: Download and carefully read the complete official notification PDF
3. New Registration: Click on "New Registration" for CISF Para Medical Staff 2026 recruitment
4. Fill Basic Details: Enter basic details like name, father's name, date of birth, email ID, mobile number
5. Get Registration Number: Note down the Registration Number and Password sent to your email/mobile
6. Login: Login using Registration Number and Password
7. Complete Application Form: Fill all sections including personal details, educational qualification, category, post preference
8. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of:

• Recent photograph (JPG format, 20-50 KB)
• Signature (JPG format, 10-20 KB)
• Educational certificates
• Category certificate (if applicable)

1. Pay Application Fee: Make online payment through Net Banking/Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI
2. Submit Application: Review all details carefully and submit the application form
3. Print Application: Take printout of the submitted application form for future reference

Application Fee

Payment Mode: Online payment only through Internet Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI or any other digital payment mode.

Selection Procedure

The selection process for CISF Para Medical Staff consists of the following stages:

1. Computer Based Test / Written Examination: Objective type multiple choice questions covering General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, Numerical Ability, and subject-specific knowledge related to the applied post. This is the primary screening test.

1. Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Candidates who qualify the written exam will be called for PET which includes basic physical fitness tests like running, long jump, high jump as per CISF standards for paramedical category.

1. Documentation Verification: Shortlisted candidates must produce all original certificates for verification including educational qualifications, age proof, category certificates, and experience certificates (if any).

1. Medical Examination: Comprehensive medical examination conducted by CISF Medical Officers to assess physical fitness, visual acuity, and general health parameters as per CISF medical standards.

1. Final Merit List: Final selection is based on performance in written exam, PET, and fulfillment of medical standards. Merit list is prepared category-wise and candidates are selected as per vacancy distribution.

Note: All stages are mandatory and elimination at any stage results in disqualification from the recruitment process.

Examination Pattern

Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Exam:

Exam Details:

• Type: Objective Type, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
• Medium: Hindi and English (bilingual)
• Negative Marking: Yes, 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer
• Qualifying Marks:
• General/UR/EWS: 35% (35 marks)
• OBC: 33% (33 marks)
• SC/ST: 30% (30 marks)

Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Standards:

Note: PET is qualifying in nature only. Marks are not awarded.

Detailed Syllabus

General Intelligence & Reasoning

• Analogies and similarities
• Differences and discrimination
• Spatial visualization and spatial orientation
• Visual memory and observation
• Relationship concepts
• Arithmetical reasoning
• Verbal and figure classification
• Non-verbal series
• Coding and decoding
• Problem solving and analysis
• Decision making and judgement
• Arithmetical number series
• Abstract ideas and symbols

General Awareness & Knowledge

• Current affairs (National and International)
• Indian History and Freedom Movement
• Indian Polity and Constitution
• Indian Geography (Physical, Social, Economic)
• World Geography basics
• Indian Economy and Planning
• General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology basics)
• Sports and Games
• Awards and Honors
• Books and Authors
• Important Days and Dates
• Scientific Research and Discoveries
• CISF Organization and Functions

Numerical Ability

• Number Systems and Simplification
• Decimals and Fractions
• LCM and HCF
• Ratio and Proportion
• Percentage and Averages
• Profit and Loss
• Simple and Compound Interest
• Time and Work
• Time and Distance
• Mensuration (Area, Volume)
• Data Interpretation (Tables, Bar Graphs, Pie Charts)
• Basic Algebra
• Basic Geometry and Trigonometry

Subject-Specific Knowledge

#### For Pharmacist:

• Pharmaceutical Chemistry basics
• Pharmacology fundamentals
• Drug dispensing and storage
• Hospital and clinical pharmacy
• Pharmaceutical calculations
• Drug interactions and side effects
• Pharmacy laws and ethics
• First aid and emergency medicines

#### For Lab Technician:

• Clinical Pathology
• Hematology and blood tests
• Biochemistry tests
• Microbiology basics
• Urine and stool examination
• Laboratory equipment handling
• Sterilization and disinfection
• Safety measures in laboratory

#### For ECG Technician:

• Cardiovascular system anatomy
• ECG machine operation
• ECG recording techniques
• Normal ECG patterns
• Abnormal ECG identification basics
• Patient preparation
• Equipment maintenance
• Medical emergency response

#### For X-Ray/Radiography Technician:

• Radiation physics basics
• X-ray machine operation
• Radiographic techniques
• Patient positioning
• Radiation safety and protection
• Dark room procedures
• Film processing
• Anatomy relevant to radiography

Salary Structure (Typical / Indicative)

Additional Benefits:

• Allowances: Ration allowance, kit maintenance allowance, duty allowance as applicable
• Medical Facilities: Free medical treatment for self and dependents through CGHS
• Leave Travel Concession (LTC): Once in two years
• Pension Benefits: Covered under New Pension Scheme (NPS)
• Accommodation: Government quarters subject to availability or HRA
• Annual Increment: Approximately 3% of basic pay every year
• Provident Fund: Contribution to General Provident Fund
• Gratuity: Payable on retirement as per rules

Note: Salary figures are indicative and based on 7th Pay Commission recommendations. Actual salary may vary based on posting location and applicable allowances.

CISF Para Medical Staff have excellent career growth opportunities through departmental promotion quota. After gaining experience, Pharmacists and Lab Technicians can get promoted to Senior Pharmacist/Senior Lab Technician positions in Level 6 of Pay Matrix. Further promotions to supervisory roles like Chief Pharmacist or Assistant Medical Officer (Paramedical) are available based on departmental exams and seniority. With good performance records, candidates can reach up to Group B gazetted positions in the CISF medical establishment cadre.

Admit Cards for CISF Para Medical Staff examination will be released approximately 10-15 days before the scheduled exam date on the official CISF recruitment website (cisfrectt.in). Candidates need to login using their Registration Number and Password/Date of Birth to download their admit card. The admit card will contain important details like exam centre address, reporting time, exam date, candidate's photograph, and important instructions. No physical admit card will be sent by post; candidates must download and carry a printout along with a valid photo ID proof to the examination centre.

CISF declares results in stages on the official recruitment portal. The CBT/Written Exam result is typically announced 4-6 weeks after the examination, displaying roll numbers of qualified candidates along with category-wise cut-off marks. Shortlisted candidates are then called for PET and Document Verification. After completion of all stages including medical examination, the Final Merit List is published on the website with selected candidates' roll numbers. Candidates can check their individual scorecard by logging into their account using registration credentials.

CISF Para Medical Staff cut-off marks vary each year depending on exam difficulty level, number of applicants, and vacancy distribution. Typically, General category candidates need to score around 50-60 marks out of 100, OBC candidates around 45-55 marks, and SC/ST candidates around 40-50 marks to qualify for the next stage. Previous year trends show cutoffs are moderate as the exam tests basic knowledge along with subject-specific understanding. Category-wise final merit lists are prepared separately, and candidates are selected strictly as per their rank within the respective category quota.

Examination Centres

CISF conducts examinations across major cities in all states and union territories:

North India: Delhi NCR, Chandigarh, Lucknow, Kanpur, Varanasi, Allahabad, Dehradun, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Ajmer, Jammu, Srinagar, Shimla

South India: Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi, Coimbatore, Madurai, Mangalore, Mysuru

East India: Kolkata, Patna, Ranchi, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Rourkela, Jamshedpur, Dhanbad, Siliguri

West India: Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara, Indore, Bhopal, Raipur, Goa

Northeast India: Guwahati, Shillong, Imphal, Agartala, Aizawl, Dibrugarh, Itanagar

Central India: Lucknow, Allahabad, Varanasi, Gorakhpur, Bareilly

Candidates can select their preferred exam centre during online application. Final allotment is subject to availability and administrative convenience.