The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially released the RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026 notification (CEN No. 09/2026), announcing a significant opportunity for candidates across India. A total of 191 vacancies are available for various specialized posts, including Chief Law Assistant, Junior Translator (Hindi), Staff and Welfare Inspector, and Lab Assistant Grade III. Eligible candidates can apply online from 05 November 2026 to 04 December 2026. This recruitment drive offers a chance to secure a prestigious position within the Indian Railways, with a comprehensive selection process involving a Computer-Based Test (CBT), document verification, and medical examination.
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| RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026 Advertisement No.: CEN No. 09/2026 | |
| Recruitment Authority | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Post Name | Chief Law Assistant, Public Prosecutor, Senior Publicity Inspector, Junior Translator (Hindi), Staff and Welfare Inspector, Scientific Assistant (Training), Lab Assistant Grade III (Various Posts) |
| Total Vacancies | 191 |
| Job Location | All India |
| Start Date to Apply | 05 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 04 December 2026 |
| Qualification | 12th Pass, Graduation, Post Graduation, Law Degree, Diploma (Post-wise) |
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Important Dates
- Notification Released: 24 October 2026
- Application Start: 05 November 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 04 December 2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 06 December 2026
- Application Correction Window: 07 December 2026 to 16 December 2026
- Exam Date (CBT): To be Notified
- Admit Card Release: To be Notified
Application Fees
- All Candidates (except reserved): ₹500/- (₹400/- refundable on appearing in CBT)
- SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Minorities/EBC: ₹250/- (₹250/- refundable on appearing in CBT)
- Modification Fee: ₹250/- per modification
Age Limit as on 01 January 2027
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 30 to 40 years (Post-wise)
- 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 Govt. rules
- Serving Group C & D Railway Staff: Up to 40-45 years (Category-wise)
- Widowed/Divorced/Judicially Separated Women: Up to 35-40 years (Category-wise)
Qualification Details
- Chief Law Assistant: University Degree in Law with 3 years practice or 5 years service in Railways with Law Degree.
- Public Prosecutor: Graduation with Bachelor Degree in Law and 5 years standing as an advocate.
- Senior Publicity Inspector: Degree with Diploma in Public Relations/Advertising/Journalism/Mass Communication.
- Junior Translator (Hindi): Master’s Degree in Hindi/English with specific subject combinations and translation diploma/experience.
- Staff and Welfare Inspector: Graduation with Diploma in Labour/Social Welfare, LLB (Labour Laws), PG Diploma in Personnel Management/MBA-HR.
- Scientific Assistant (Training): Master’s Degree in Psychology (50% marks).
- Lab Assistant Grade III (Chemist & Metallurgist): 12th (+2 Stage) or equivalent with Physics and Chemistry.
Full Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for the RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026 must meet specific educational qualifications and age limits for their chosen post. Ensure you possess all required degrees/diplomas by the application closing date.
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Desirable Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Law Assistant | University Degree in Law with 3 years standing practice as a Pleader at Bar. Serving Railway employees who are Law Graduates are also eligible, provided they have served for at least 5 years in any Branch of the Railway Administration. | Not Applicable |
| Public Prosecutor | Graduate with Bachelor degree in Law from recognized University and with five years standing as an advocate at Bar. | Not Applicable |
| Senior Publicity Inspector | Degree from recognized University and Diploma in Public Relations / Advertising / Journalism / Mass Communication from a recognized institution / University. | 2 years experience in related fields. |
| Junior Translator (Hindi) | (A) Master's Degree of a recognised University or equivalent in Hindi or English with English or Hindi as a compulsory or elective subject or as a medium of examination at Degree level; OR Master's Degree in any subject other than Hindi or English, with Hindi or English medium and English or Hindi as a compulsory or elective subject or as a medium of examination at Degree level; OR Master's Degree in any subject other than Hindi or English, with Hindi and English as compulsory or elective subjects of either of the two as medium of examination and other as a compulsory or elective subject at Degree level. AND (B) Recognized Diploma or Certificate Course in translation from Hindi to English and vice - versa or 2-years experience of translation work from Hindi to English and vice-versa in Central or State Government offices, including Government of India Undertaking. | Not Applicable |
| Staff and Welfare Inspector | Graduation plus any one of the following qualifications: Diploma in Labour/Social Welfare, OR Diploma in Labour Laws, OR LLB with papers in Labour Laws, OR PG Diploma in Personnel Management, OR MBA with papers in Personnel Management, OR MBA/HR, OR PG Diploma in Human Resource Management provided that its curriculum includes relevant papers in Personnel Management, awarded by an institution recognized by the Govt of India. | Not Applicable |
| Scientific Assistant (Training) | Master’s Degree in Psychology with 50% marks in aggregate. | Specialisation in Industrial / Organisational/ Clinical Psychology; Experience in organizing counselling/ guidance programmes; Working knowledge of Computers. |
| Lab Assistant Gr. III (Chemist & Metallurgist) | 12th (+2 Stage) or its equivalent with Science (Physics and Chemistry) as subjects or its equivalent. | Not Applicable |
Medical Fitness Standards
Candidates shortlisted for Document Verification must pass the requisite medical fitness tests conducted by the Railway Administration. Visual Acuity Standard is a crucial aspect of medical fitness for railway service, ensuring candidates can perform their duties effectively.
| Medical Standard | General Fitness | Visual Acuity |
|---|---|---|
| B-1 | Physically fit in all respects | Distant Vision: 6/9, 6/12 with or without glasses (power of lenses not to exceed 4D). Near Vision: Sn: 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses. Must pass tests for Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Night Vision, Mesopic Vision etc. |
| C-1 | Physically fit in all respects | Distant Vision: 6/12, 6/18 with or without glasses. Near Vision: Sn: 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses. |
| C-2 | Physically fit in all respects | Distant Vision: 6/12, NIL with or without glasses. Near Vision: Sn: 0.6 combined with or without glasses. |
Salary / Pay Scale
The RRB Isolated Categories Salary 2026 varies based on the post and Pay Level as per the 7th CPC. Selected candidates will receive an attractive initial basic pay along with various allowances and benefits applicable under Railway rules.
| Post Name | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Initial Basic Pay (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Law Assistant | Level 7 | 44,900 |
| Public Prosecutor | Level 7 | 44,900 |
| Senior Publicity Inspector | Level 6 | 35,400 |
| Junior Translator (Hindi) | Level 6 | 35,400 |
| Staff and Welfare Inspector | Level 6 | 35,400 |
| Scientific Assistant (Training) | Level 6 | 35,400 |
| Lab Assistant Grade III (Chemist & Metallurgist) | Level 2 | 19,900 |
- In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates will be eligible for various allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), and other benefits as per Railway rules.
- The salary structure ensures a competitive remuneration package for all recruited personnel.
Selection Process
The RRB Isolated Categories Selection Process 2026 is designed to identify the most suitable candidates through a multi-stage evaluation. It primarily includes a Computer-Based Test (CBT), followed by a Translation Test for specific posts, Document Verification, and a Medical Examination.
- Stage 1: Single Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT): All eligible candidates will appear for a common CBT.
- Stage 2: Translation Test (Applicable for Junior Translator Hindi): Candidates for Junior Translator (Hindi) will undergo a qualifying Translation Test after the CBT.
- Stage 3: Document Verification (DV): Shortlisted candidates will be called for verification of their original documents.
- Stage 4: Medical Examination (ME): Candidates must pass the prescribed medical fitness tests conducted by the Railway Administration.
- Final Merit List: Selection will be based strictly on merit, performance in CBT (and Translation Test where applicable), and successful completion of DV and ME.
Exam Pattern
The RRB Isolated Categories Exam Pattern 2026 for the Computer-Based Test (CBT) varies slightly depending on the post. Most posts will follow a general pattern, while the Junior Translator (Hindi) post has a specialized pattern focusing on language proficiency.
CBT Exam Pattern (Except Junior Translator Hindi)
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks Allotted |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Ability | 50 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 15 | 15 |
| Mathematics | 10 | 10 |
| General Science | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Exam Duration: 90 minutes (120 minutes for candidates eligible for scribe).
- Question Type: Objective Multiple-Choice Questions.
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
- Medium of Examination: English, Hindi, and 13 regional Indian languages.
CBT Exam Pattern for Junior Translator (Hindi)
- The CBT will test knowledge of Hindi and English languages, General Knowledge, General Intelligence, Simple Arithmetic, and Basic Computer Knowledge.
- At least 50% of questions will assess language proficiency (20% English, 30% Hindi).
- Translation Test: A qualifying Translation Test will be conducted for candidates shortlisted based on CBT merit. It requires a minimum of 60% marks to qualify.
- Final Merit: For Junior Translator (Hindi), the final merit will be based on CBT marks, subject to qualifying the Translation Test.
Post / Category Wise Vacancy Details
The RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026 has announced a total of 191 vacancies distributed across seven specialized posts. The vacancies are further categorized for UR, SC, ST, OBC, and EWS candidates, ensuring inclusive recruitment.
| Post Name | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chief Law Assistant | 9 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 17 |
| Public Prosecutor | 9 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 21 |
| Senior Publicity Inspector | 6 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 8 |
| Junior Translator (Hindi) | 35 | 12 | 8 | 19 | 5 | 79 |
| Staff and Welfare Inspector | 17 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 27 |
| Scientific Assistant (Training) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Lab Assistant Grade III (Chemist & Metallurgist) | 20 | 5 | 1 | 6 | 4 | 36 |
| Total | 98 | 26 | 14 | 41 | 12 | 191 |
Job Profile & Responsibility
The RRB Isolated Categories encompass a range of specialized roles within the Indian Railways, each with distinct responsibilities crucial for efficient operations. These positions require specific expertise, contributing to various departments from legal and public relations to technical and welfare services.
| Post Name | Key Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Chief Law Assistant | Providing legal advice, handling legal cases, drafting legal documents, and representing the Railway Administration in legal matters. |
| Public Prosecutor | Conducting prosecutions on behalf of the Railway Administration, preparing legal arguments, and ensuring justice in relevant cases. |
| Senior Publicity Inspector | Managing public relations, media communication, advertising campaigns, and promoting the image of Indian Railways. |
| Junior Translator (Hindi) | Translating official documents, circulars, and communications from English to Hindi and vice-versa, ensuring linguistic accuracy. |
| Staff and Welfare Inspector | Addressing staff grievances, implementing welfare schemes, ensuring compliance with labour laws, and promoting a healthy work environment. |
| Scientific Assistant (Training) | Assisting in psychological assessments, developing training modules, conducting research, and providing counselling services. |
| Lab Assistant Grade III (Chemist & Metallurgist) | Performing chemical and metallurgical tests on materials, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring quality control of railway components. |
- These roles are integral to the smooth functioning and development of the Indian Railways, offering a challenging yet rewarding career path.
- Employees are expected to adhere to railway protocols and contribute to the organization's goals.
How to Apply
Candidates interested in the RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026 must submit their applications online through the official RRB application portal. Follow these steps carefully to ensure a successful application submission.
- Visit the official RRB application portal: www.rrbapply.gov.in.
- Click on the application link for CEN No. 09/2026 Isolated Categories.
- Create an Account if you are a new user. Existing users can log in with their credentials. Ensure all details in the "Create an Account" form are accurate, as they cannot be modified later.
- Fill in your personal details, educational qualifications, and category information in the online application form.
- Select only one RRB and indicate your preferences for eligible posts and Railway Zones.
- Capture a live photograph as per the specified guidelines (plain white background, non-white clothing, clear face). Do not upload pre-existing photos.
- Upload your scanned signature (black ink on white paper, running handwriting, JPG/JPEG format, 30-49 KB) and SC/ST certificate (if applicable, PDF format, less than 400 KB).
- Pay the applicable application fee through online payment options (internet banking, debit/credit card, UPI).
- Review your application form thoroughly before final submission.
- Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.
- Remember, submitting multiple applications will lead to rejection of all applications and debarment from future RRB examinations.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the total number of vacancies in RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026?
A total of 191 vacancies have been announced for various posts under the RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026 (CEN No. 09/2026).
What are the key dates for RRB Isolated Categories application?
The online application started on 05 November 2026, and the last date to apply is 04 December 2026. The last date for fee payment is 06 December 2026.
What is the age limit for RRB Isolated Categories posts?
The minimum age is 18 years for all posts, while the maximum age ranges from 30 to 40 years, depending on the specific post, as on 01 January 2027. Age relaxation applies to reserved categories.
What is the selection process for RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment?
The selection process includes a Single Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT), a Translation Test (for Junior Translator Hindi), Document Verification, and a Medical Examination.
Are there any application fees for RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026?
Yes, the application fee is ₹500/- for General candidates (₹400/- refundable) and ₹250/- for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Minorities/EBC candidates (₹250/- refundable).
What are the educational qualifications required for these posts?
Qualifications vary by post, ranging from 12th Pass with Science (Lab Assistant) to Graduation, Post Graduation, and Law Degrees (Chief Law Assistant, Public Prosecutor, Junior Translator, etc.).
Can I apply for multiple RRBs or multiple posts?
No, candidates can apply to only one RRB and must submit a single application. Multiple applications will lead to rejection and debarment from future RRB/RRC exams.