Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 312 Isolated Categories Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official RRB website. The last date to submit the application form is 29-01-2026. In this article, you’ll find the RRB Isolated Categories Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.
RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Company Name | Railway Recruitment Boards, Ministry of Railways (RRB) |
| Post Name | Chief Law Assistant, Public Prosecutor, Junior Translator (Hindi), Senior Publicity Inspector, Staff and Welfare Inspector, Scientific Assistant (Training), Lab Assistant Grade III, Scientific Supervisor |
| No of Posts | 312 |
| Salary | Rs. 19,900 to Rs. 44,900 Per Month |
| Qualification | 12th to Master’s Degree (Varies by Post) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 30-40 years (as on 01-01-2026) |
| Start Date for Apply | 30/12/2025 |
| Last Date for Apply | 29/01/2026 |
| Official Website | www.rrbahmedabad.gov.in, www.rrbajmer.gov.in, www.rrbpryj.gov.in, www.rrbmumbai.gov.in, www.rrbbbs.gov.in, www.rrbbhopal.gov.in, www.rrbbilaspur.gov.in, www.rrbcdg.gov.in, www.rrbgkp.gov.in, www.rrbguwahati.gov.in, www.rrbjammu.nic.in, www.rrbkolkata.gov.in, www.rrbchennai.gov.in, www.rrbmalda.gov.in, www.rrbmuzaffarpur.gov.in, www.rrbpatna.gov.in, www.rrbranchi.gov.in, www.rrbbnc.gov.in, www.rrbsecunderabad.gov.in, www.rrbsiliguri.gov.in, www.rrbthiruvananthapuram.gov.in |
RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Pay Level | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Law Assistant | Level 7 | 22 |
| Public Prosecutor | Level 7 | 07 |
| Junior Translator (Hindi) | Level 6 | 202 |
| Senior Publicity Inspector | Level 6 | 15 |
| Staff and Welfare Inspector | Level 6 | 24 |
| Scientific Assistant (Training) | Level 6 | 02 |
| Lab Assistant Grade III (Chemist & Metallurgist) | Level 2 | 39 |
| Scientific Supervisor (Ergonomics and Training) | Level 7 | 01 |
| Grand Total | 312 | |
Eligibility Criteria
- Chief Law Assistant: University Degree in Law with 3 years standing practice as a Pleader at Bar. Serving Railway employees who are Law Graduates with atleast 5 years service are also eligible.
- Public Prosecutor: Graduate with Bachelor degree in Law from recognized University and with five years standing as an advocate at Bar.
- Junior Translator (Hindi): Master’s Degree in Hindi or English with English or Hindi as compulsory/elective subject at Degree level OR Master’s Degree in any subject with Hindi and English as compulsory subjects. Additionally, recognized Diploma/Certificate Course in translation from Hindi to English and vice-versa OR 2 years experience of translation work in Central/State Government offices.
- Senior Publicity Inspector: Degree from recognized University and Diploma in Public Relations/Advertising/Journalism/Mass Communication from recognized institution. Desirable: 2 years experience in related fields.
- Staff and Welfare Inspector: Graduation plus any one of the following: Diploma in Labour/Social Welfare, Diploma in Labour Laws, LLB with papers in Labour Laws, PG Diploma in Personnel Management, MBA with papers in Personnel Management, MBA/HR, or PG Diploma in Human Resource Management.
- Scientific Assistant (Training): Second Class Master’s Degree in Psychology with one year experience in Administration of Psychological tests. Desirable: Knowledge of Computers and Statistics, Specialisation in Industrial/Organisational Psychology.
- Lab Assistant Grade III (Chemist and Metallurgist): 12th (+2 stage) or its equivalent examination with Science (Physics and Chemistry) as subjects.
- Scientific Supervisor (Ergonomics and Training): Second Class Masters Degree in Psychology or Physiology with two years experience in Administration of Psychological Tests OR research in Work Psychology OR experience in Developing Training Module or Conducting Training Programme. Desirable: Specialization in Industrial Psychology, Ergonomics/Counseling with knowledge of Statistics and Computers.
Salary/Stipend
- Chief Law Assistant: Pay Level 7 – Rs. 44,900 per month (Initial Pay as per 7th CPC)
- Public Prosecutor: Pay Level 7 – Rs. 44,900 per month
- Junior Translator (Hindi): Pay Level 6 – Rs. 35,400 per month
- Senior Publicity Inspector: Pay Level 6 – Rs. 35,400 per month
- Staff and Welfare Inspector: Pay Level 6 – Rs. 35,400 per month
- Scientific Assistant (Training): Pay Level 6 – Rs. 35,400 per month
- Lab Assistant Grade III: Pay Level 2 – Rs. 19,900 per month
- Scientific Supervisor: Pay Level 7 – Rs. 44,900 per month
- Selected candidates will undergo training where prescribed and during training period only stipend will be paid as applicable
Age Limit (as on 01-01-2026)
- Chief Law Assistant: Minimum 18 years, Maximum 40 years
- Public Prosecutor: Minimum 18 years, Maximum 32 years
- Junior Translator (Hindi): Minimum 18 years, Maximum 33 years
- Senior Publicity Inspector: Minimum 18 years, Maximum 33 years
- Staff and Welfare Inspector: Minimum 18 years, Maximum 33 years
- Scientific Assistant (Training): Minimum 18 years, Maximum 35 years
- Lab Assistant Grade III: Minimum 18 years, Maximum 30 years
- Scientific Supervisor: Minimum 18 years, Maximum 35 years
- Age Relaxation: SC/ST: 5 years, OBC-NCL: 3 years, PwBD (UR): 10 years, PwBD (OBC): 13 years, PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years, Ex-Servicemen: As per rules
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount | Refund |
|---|---|---|
| General/EWS/OBC-NCL candidates | Rs. 500/- | Rs. 400/- refundable on appearing in CBT (after deducting bank charges) |
| PwBD/Female/Transgender/Ex-Servicemen/SC/ST/Minority/EBC candidates | Rs. 250/- | Full amount refundable on appearing in CBT (after deducting bank charges) |
| Payment Mode | Online only – Internet Banking, Debit/Credit Cards or UPI | |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 31/01/2026 (23:59 Hrs) | |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Indicative Notice in Employment News | 20 December 2025 |
| Opening Date for Online Application | 30 December 2025 (00:00 Hrs) |
| Closing Date for Online Application | 29 January 2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Last Date for Application Fee Payment | 31January 2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Modification Window | 01 February 2026 to 10 February 2026 |
| Scribe Details Submission Window | 11 February 2026 to 15 February 2026 |
| CBT Date | To be notified later |
| Translation Test Date (for Junior Translator) | To be notified later |
| Document Verification | To be notified later |
Selection Process
- Single Stage Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Translation Test (for Junior Translator Hindi only – Qualifying in nature with 60% pass marks)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination as per prescribed medical standards
- CBT will be of 90 minutes duration for 100 questions (120 minutes for candidates using scribe)
- Negative marking: 1/3 mark deduction for each wrong answer
- Minimum qualifying marks: UR/EWS: 40%, OBC-NCL: 30%, SC: 30%, ST: 25%
- Shortlisting for DV will be based on merit in CBT
- For Junior Translator, 10 times the vacancies will be called for Translation Test based on CBT merit
General Information/Instructions
- Candidates must possess the prescribed educational qualifications as on the closing date (29/01/2026)
- Candidates awaiting final results should NOT apply
- Only one application per RRB is allowed; multiple applications will lead to rejection
- Admission to all stages is purely provisional subject to eligibility verification
- Free sleeper class railway pass admissible to SC/ST candidates
- Candidates must authenticate identity using Digilocker or Aadhaar during account creation
- Valid personal mobile number and active email ID mandatory for entire recruitment process
- Medical standards B1, C1, and C2 apply to different posts as specified
- Reservation for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD as per government norms
- Use of unfair means will lead to lifetime debarment from RRB/RRC examinations
- Candidates serving in Government/PSU must produce NOC at time of Document Verification
How to Apply
- Visit the official website of the RRB of your choice
- Create an account if not already created for previous RRB CENs (use same credentials if account exists)
- Fill the online application form with accurate details
- Upload live photograph (captured during application process) and signature in prescribed format
- Upload SC/ST certificate if claiming free travel authority
- Select examination language from available options
- Choose post preferences and railway zone preferences carefully
- Pay application fee through online mode only (Internet Banking/Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI)
- Submit the application and note down the registration number
- Take printout of submitted application for future reference
- Modification allowed with Rs. 250 fee during modification window (01/02/2026 to 10/02/2026)
- Details filled in ‘Create an Account’ form and chosen RRB cannot be modified
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RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is the starting date to apply for RRB Isolated Categories 2026?
Starting Date to apply is 30/12/2025 from 00:00 Hrs.
Q2. What is the last apply date for RRB Isolated Categories 2026?
Last apply date is 29/01/2026 till 23:59 Hrs.
Q3. What is the Eligibility to apply for RRB Isolated Categories 2026?
Eligibility varies by post – from 12th to Master’s Degree with specific qualifications as detailed in the notification.
Q4. What is the Maximum Age Limit to apply for RRB Isolated Categories 2026?
Maximum age limit varies from 30 to 40 years depending on the post applied for (as on 01-01-2026).
Q5. How many vacancies are being recruited by RRB Isolated Categories 2026?
Total 312 Vacancies across all RRBs and posts.
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