RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), has released Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 09/2026 for recruitment to various Isolated Category posts. A total of 191 vacancies are available for Chief Law Assistant, Public Prosecutor, Senior Publicity Inspector, Junior Translator (Hindi), Staff & Welfare Inspector, Scientific Assistant (Training) and Lab Assistant Grade III (Chemist & Metallurgist).
Eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 05 November 2026 to 04 December 2026 through the official RRB application portal.
RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Railways |
| Notification No. | CEN 09/2026 |
| Recruitment Name | Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026 |
| Post Name | Various Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 191 |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Pay Level | Level 2, Level 6 and Level 7 |
| Initial Basic Pay | Rs. 19,900 – Rs. 44,900 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Starting Date | 05/11/2026 |
| Last Date | 04/12/2026 |
RRB Vacancy Details 2026
RRB has announced 191 vacancies across seven different posts under CEN 09/2026.
| Sl. No. | Name of Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chief Law Assistant | 17 |
| 2 | Public Prosecutor | 21 |
| 3 | Senior Publicity Inspector | 8 |
| 4 | Junior Translator/Hindi | 79 |
| 5 | Staff and Welfare Inspector | 27 |
| 6 | Scientific Assistant (Training) | 3 |
| 7 | Lab Assistant Grade III (Chemist & Metallurgist) | 36 |
| Total | 191 |
Post-wise Salary and Age Limit
| Post Name | Pay Level | Initial Pay | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chief Law Assistant | 7 | Rs. 44,900 | 18–40 Years |
| Public Prosecutor | 7 | Rs. 44,900 | 18–32 Years |
| Senior Publicity Inspector | 6 | Rs. 35,400 | 18–33 Years |
| Junior Translator (Hindi) | 6 | Rs. 35,400 | 18–33 Years |
| Staff & Welfare Inspector | 6 | Rs. 35,400 | 18–33 Years |
| Scientific Assistant (Training) | 6 | Rs. 35,400 | 18–35 Years |
| Lab Assistant Grade III | 2 | Rs. 19,900 | 18–30 Years |
The age limit will be calculated as on 01 January 2027.
Educational Qualification
The educational qualifications are different for each post. Candidates must possess the prescribed qualification from a recognized University, Board or Institution on or before the closing date of online applications.
1. Chief Law Assistant
A University Degree in Law with at least 3 years of standing practice as a Pleader at the Bar is required. Serving Railway employees who are Law Graduates are also eligible, provided they have completed at least 5 years of service in any branch of the Railway Administration.
2. Public Prosecutor
Graduate with a Bachelor's Degree in Law from a recognized University and at least 5 years of standing as an Advocate at the Bar.
3. Senior Publicity Inspector
Degree from a recognized University and Diploma in Public Relations, Advertising, Journalism or Mass Communication from a recognized Institution or University.
Desirable: 2 years of experience in related fields.
4. Junior Translator (Hindi)
Candidates must possess any one of the following Master's Degree qualifications:
- Master's Degree in Hindi or English with English or Hindi as a compulsory/elective subject or as the medium of examination at Degree level.
- Master's Degree in any subject other than Hindi or English, with Hindi or English medium and English or Hindi as a compulsory/elective subject or medium of examination at Degree level.
- Master's Degree in any subject other than Hindi or English, with Hindi and English as compulsory/elective subjects, with either language as the medium of examination and the other as a compulsory/elective subject at Degree level.
Additional Qualification: Recognized Diploma or Certificate Course in translation from Hindi to English and vice versa, OR 2 years of translation experience in Central/State Government offices, including Government of India Undertakings.
5. Staff and Welfare Inspector
Graduation along with any one of the following qualifications:
- 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.
- PG Diploma in Human Resource Management, with relevant papers in Personnel Management, from an institution recognized by the Government of India.
6. Scientific Assistant (Training)
Essential Qualification: Master's Degree in Psychology with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate.
Desirable Qualifications:
- Specialization in Industrial, Organisational or Clinical Psychology.
- Experience in organizing counselling/guidance programmes.
- Working knowledge of computers.
7. Lab Assistant Grade III (Chemist & Metallurgist)
12th (+2 Stage) or equivalent with Science subjects, namely Physics and Chemistry, or equivalent qualification.
Age Limit and Relaxation
The minimum age for all posts is 18 years. The maximum age varies according to the post, from 30 to 40 years, as on 01 January 2027.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| PwBD – UR/EWS | 10 Years |
| PwBD – OBC (NCL) | 13 Years |
| PwBD – SC/ST | 15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per RRB rules |
Additional age relaxation is available for eligible Railway employees and certain other categories as specified in the official notification.
Application Fee
| Category | Examination Fee | Refund on Appearing in CBT |
|---|---|---|
| General/EWS/OBC | Rs. 500 | Rs. 400 |
| SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen | Rs. 250 | Rs. 250 |
| PwBD/Female/Transgender | Rs. 250 | Rs. 250 |
| Minorities/EBC | Rs. 250 | Rs. 250 |
The applicable examination fee will be refunded after deducting bank charges to candidates who appear in the Computer Based Test (CBT). The refund is subject to the conditions mentioned in the notification.
Note: Economically Backward Class (EBC), Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and Other Backward Class (OBC) are three different categories.
Mode of Payment
Examination fees must be paid online through Internet Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card or UPI. No other payment mode will be accepted.
Selection Process
The recruitment process will consist of the following stages:
- Single Stage Computer Based Test (CBT).
- Translation Test (for Junior Translator/Hindi only).
- Document Verification.
- Medical Examination.
Final selection will be based on merit, subject to successful document verification and passing the prescribed medical fitness examination.
Examination Pattern
For all posts except Junior Translator (Hindi), the Computer Based Test will consist of 100 objective-type questions carrying 100 marks.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Ability | 50 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 15 | 15 |
| Mathematics | 10 | 10 |
| General Science | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Examination Duration: 90 Minutes.
- For candidates eligible for a scribe: 120 Minutes.
- Question Type: Objective Multiple Choice Questions.
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
| UR | 40% |
| EWS | 40% |
| OBC (NCL) | 30% |
| SC | 30% |
| ST | 25% |
These qualifying percentages may be relaxed by 2 marks for PwBD candidates in case of shortage of candidates against reserved PwBD vacancies.
Junior Translator (Hindi) Examination
Junior Translator (Hindi) candidates will appear in a single-stage CBT followed by a qualifying Translation Test.
- At least 50% of the CBT questions will test language proficiency.
- English language: 20%.
- Hindi language: 30%.
- Remaining questions will cover General Knowledge, General Intelligence, Simple Arithmetic and basic computer knowledge.
- The Translation Test is qualifying in nature, with a minimum passing mark of 60%.
- Final merit for Junior Translator will be based on CBT marks, subject to qualifying the Translation Test.
Examination Syllabus
Mathematics
Number Systems, BODMAS, Decimals, Fractions, LCM and HCF, Ratio and Proportions, Percentage, Mensuration, Time and Work, Time and Distance, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics, Square Root, Age Calculations, Calendar and Clock, Pipes and Cistern.
General Intelligence and Reasoning
Analogies, Alphabetical and Number Series, Coding and Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Relationships, Syllogism, Jumbling, Venn Diagram, Data Interpretation and Sufficiency, Conclusions and Decision Making, Similarities and Differences, Analytical Reasoning, Classification, Directions, Statement-Arguments and Assumptions.
General Awareness
Current Affairs, Indian Geography, Culture and History of India including the Freedom Movement, Indian Polity and Constitution, Indian Economy, Environmental Issues, Sports, General Scientific and Technological Developments.
General Science
Physics, Chemistry and Life Sciences up to the 10th Standard CBSE syllabus.
Professional Ability questions will be based on the post-wise syllabus provided in Annexures IX to XV of the official notification.
Medical Standards
Selected candidates must pass the prescribed Railway medical fitness examination for their respective posts.
| Medical Standard | Posts |
|---|---|
| C1 | Chief Law Assistant, Public Prosecutor, Senior Publicity Inspector and Staff & Welfare Inspector |
| C2 | Junior Translator (Hindi) |
| B1 | Scientific Assistant (Training) and Lab Assistant Grade III |
Medical fitness, including visual acuity, must meet the prescribed Railway medical standards. Candidates who fail the required medical examination will not be offered an alternative appointment.
How to Apply for RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official RRB application portal. Follow the steps below:
- Visit the official application website at rrbapply.gov.in.
- Create an account or log in using your existing RRB account.
- Open CEN No. 09/2026 Isolated Categories Recruitment.
- Select only one RRB carefully.
- Choose the eligible posts and Railway Zone/Production Unit preferences.
- Fill in the personal, educational and other required details.
- Upload the live photograph and scanned signature as instructed.
- Upload the required certificates and supporting documents.
- Pay the applicable examination fee online.
- Submit the application and save a copy for future reference.
Important: Candidates can apply to only one RRB. Multiple applications to different RRBs or multiple applications to the same RRB will result in rejection and possible debarment from future RRB/RRC examinations.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Indicative Notice Date | 24 October 2026 |
| Online Application Starting Date | 05 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 04 December 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 06 December 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Application Modification Window | 07 December to 16 December 2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | To be notified |
Important Web Links
| Notification | Download PDF |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| RRB Official Website | Visit Website |
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Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to read the complete CEN No. 09/2026 notification, including Annexure A and Annexure B, before applying. Eligibility, post preferences, Railway Zone vacancies and medical requirements should be checked carefully.
