The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the Isolated Categories Recruitment Notification (Advt. No. 08/2025) for the year 2026, inviting online applications for a total of 312 vacancies across various isolated category posts.
Candidates who possess educational qualifications ranging from 12th Pass to Master’s Degree are eligible to apply for this recruitment. The online application process will commence on 30 December 2025, and the last date to submit the application form is 29 January 2026.
Eligible and interested candidates must apply online only through the official RRB website. No other mode of application will be accepted.
This recruitment drive aims to fill 312 Isolated Category posts under the Railway Recruitment Board. Applicants are advised to carefully read the official notification before applying to ensure they meet all eligibility requirements.
Highlights :
| Recruiting Authority | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB), Ministry of Railways |
| Post Name | Chief Law Assistant, Public Prosecutor, Junior Translator (Hindi), Senior Publicity Inspector, Staff & Welfare Inspector, Scientific Assistant (Training), Lab Assistant Grade III, Scientific Supervisor |
| Total Vacancies | 312 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹19,900 to ₹44,900 per month (as per 7th CPC, Post-wise) |
| Educational Qualification | 12th Pass to Master’s Degree (varies by post) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 30 – 40 Years |
| Age Calculation Date | As on 01 January 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 30 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 29 January 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Websites | rrbahmedabad.gov.in, rrbajmer.gov.in, rrbpryj.gov.in, rrbmumbai.gov.in, rrbbbs.gov.in, rrbbhopal.gov.in, rrbbilaspur.gov.in, rrbcdg.gov.in, rrbgkp.gov.in, rrbguwahati.gov.in, rrbjammu.nic.in, rrbkolkata.gov.in, rrbchennai.gov.in, rrbmalda.gov.in, rrbmuzaffarpur.gov.in, rrbpatna.gov.in, rrbranchi.gov.in, rrbbnc.gov.in, rrbsecunderabad.gov.in, rrbsiliguri.gov.in, rrbthiruvananthapuram.gov.in |
Total Vacancies :
Total Posts : 312
| Post Name | Pay Level (7th CPC) | 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 & Training) | Level 7 | 01 |
| Grand Total | – | 312 |
Age Limit :
| Post Name | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
| Chief Law Assistant | 18 Years | 40 Years |
| Public Prosecutor | 18 Years | 32 Years |
| Junior Translator (Hindi) | 18 Years | 33 Years |
| Senior Publicity Inspector | 18 Years | 33 Years |
| Staff and Welfare Inspector | 18 Years | 33 Years |
| Scientific Assistant (Training) | 18 Years | 35 Years |
| Lab Assistant Grade III | 18 Years | 30 Years |
| Scientific Supervisor (Ergonomics & Training) | 18 Years | 35 Years |
Category-wise Age Relaxation :
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| PwBD (UR) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC / ST) | 15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government / RRB rules |
Educational Qualifications :
| Post Name | Required Educational Qualification |
| Chief Law Assistant | University Degree in Law with minimum 3 years standing practice as a Pleader at the Bar. OR Serving Railway employees who are Law Graduates with at least 5 years of service are also eligible. |
| Public Prosecutor | Graduate with Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a recognized university and minimum 5 years standing as an Advocate at the Bar. |
| Junior Translator (Hindi) | Master’s Degree in Hindi or English with English or Hindi as a compulsory/elective subject at degree level OR Master’s Degree in any subject with Hindi and English as compulsory subjects. Additionally, a recognized Diploma/Certificate in Translation (Hindi ↔ English) OR 2 years experience of translation work in Central/State Government offices. |
| Senior Publicity Inspector | Degree from a recognized university along with Diploma in Public Relations / Advertising / Journalism / Mass Communication from a 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 1 year experience in Administration of Psychological Tests. Desirable: Knowledge of Computers & Statistics; specialization in Industrial / Organizational Psychology. |
| Lab Assistant Grade III (Chemist & Metallurgist) | 12th Class (+2 stage) or equivalent examination with Science (Physics and Chemistry) as subjects. |
| Scientific Supervisor (Ergonomics & Training) | Second Class Master’s Degree in Psychology or Physiology with 2 years experience in Administration of Psychological Tests OR Research in Work Psychology OR experience in Developing Training Modules / Conducting Training Programmers. Desirable: Specialization in Industrial Psychology, Ergonomics / Counseling with knowledge of Statistics & Computers. |
Application Fee :
| Category / Particulars | Fee Amount | Refund Details / Payment Info |
| General / EWS / OBC-NCL | ₹500/- | ₹400/- refundable after appearing in CBT (bank charges deducted) |
| PwBD / Female / Transgender / Ex-Servicemen / SC / ST / Minority / EBC | ₹250/- | Full amount refundable after appearing in CBT (bank charges deducted) |
| Mode of Fee Payment | – | Online only – Internet Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | – | 31 January 2026 (23:59 Hours) |
Selection Process :
| Stage / Aspect | Details |
| Selection Stages | 1. Single Stage Computer Based Test (CBT) 2. Translation Test (Only for Junior Translator – Qualifying in nature) 3. Document Verification (DV) 4. Medical Examination (as per prescribed standards) |
| CBT Duration | 90 Minutes for 100 Questions 120 Minutes for candidates using a scribe |
| Type of Test | Objective Type (Computer Based Test) |
| Negative Marking | 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks | UR / EWS: 40% OBC-NCL: 30% SC: 30% ST: 25% |
| Shortlisting for DV | Based on merit obtained in CBT |
| Translation Test (Junior Translator only) | Qualifying in nature with 60% pass marks |
| Translation Test Shortlisting Ratio | 10 times the vacancies will be called for Translation Test based on CBT merit (Junior Translator post only) |
| Medical Examination | Candidates must meet medical standards prescribed by RRB |
Important Dates :
| Indicative Notice Published in Employment News | 20 December 2025 |
| Opening Date for Online Application | 30 December 2025 (00:00 Hours) |
| Closing Date for Online Application | 29 January 2026 (23:59 Hours) |
| Last Date for Application Fee Payment | 31 January 2026 (23:59 Hours) |
| Modification / Correction Window | 01 February 2026 to 10 February 2026 |
| Scribe Details Submission Window | 11 February 2026 to 15 February 2026 |
| CBT Examination Date | To be notified later |
| Translation Test Date (Junior Translator – Hindi) | To be notified later |
| Document Verification | To be notified later |
Important Links :
| Apply Online | Click here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
| Daily Visit Our Website & Check Latest Job Notification | Click here |
How to Apply for RRB Isolated Category (312 Posts) 08/2025 2026 ?
| Step 1 | Visit the official website of Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) of your choice (any regional RRB). |
| Step 2 | On the homepage, click on the link “RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 08/2025 – Apply Online”. |
| Step 3 | Complete New Registration by entering basic details such as name, date of birth, mobile number, email ID, and Aadhaar details (if required). |
| Step 4 | Login using the Registration Number and Password received on your registered mobile/email. |
| Step 5 | Fill in the online application form carefully with personal details, educational qualifications, post preference, and category details. |
| Step 6 | Upload scanned documents in the prescribed format: Photograph, Signature, Category Certificate (if applicable), Educational Certificates, and other required documents. |
| Step 7 | Pay the application fee online using Internet Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI as per your category. |
| Step 8 | Preview the application form carefully and submit the final application. |
| Step 9 | Download and take a printout of the submitted application form and fee receipt for future reference. |
FAQs :
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies under RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026?
Ans. A total of 312 posts are notified under Advertisement No. 08/2025.
Q2. Which organization is conducting this recruitment?
Ans. The recruitment is conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) under the Ministry of Railways.
Q3. What is the advertisement number for this recruitment?
Ans. Advertisement No. 08/2025.
Q4. What is the mode of application?
Ans. The application process is online only through the official RRB websites.
Q5. What is the starting date for online application?
Ans. The online application starts on 30 December 2025.
Q6. What is the last date to apply online?
Ans. The last date to submit the online application is 29 January 2026 (23:59 Hrs).
Q7. What is the last date for application fee payment?
Ans. The fee payment can be made up to 31 January 2026 (23:59 Hrs).
Q8. What is the educational qualification required?
Ans. Candidates must possess qualifications ranging from 12th Pass to Master’s Degree, depending on the post.
Q9. What is the age limit for RRB Isolated Category posts?
Ans. The minimum age is 18 years, and the maximum age ranges from 30 to 40 years, post-wise.
Q10. Is age relaxation applicable?
Ans. Yes, age relaxation is applicable as per Government rules for SC, ST, OBC-NCL, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen categories.
Q11. What is the application fee for General/OBC/EWS candidates?
Ans. The application fee is ₹500, out of which ₹400 is refundable after appearing in CBT.
Q12. What is the application fee for SC/ST/Female/PwBD candidates?
Ans. The application fee is ₹250, which is fully refundable after appearing in CBT.
Q13. What is the selection process for RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment?
Ans. Selection includes Single Stage CBT, Translation Test (for Junior Translator), Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
Q14. Is there negative marking in the CBT?
Ans. Yes, 1/3 mark is deducted for each incorrect answer.
Q15. What is the duration of the CBT?
Ans. CBT duration is 90 minutes for 100 questions (120 minutes for candidates using scribe).
Q16. What are the minimum qualifying marks in CBT?
Ans.
- UR/EWS: 40%
- OBC-NCL: 30%
- SC: 30%
- ST: 25%
Q17. Is the Translation Test mandatory for all posts?
Ans. No, the Translation Test is only for Junior Translator (Hindi) and is qualifying in nature.
Q18. How many candidates are called for the Translation Test?
Ans. 10 times the number of vacancies are called for the Translation Test based on CBT merit.
Q19. When will the CBT exam be conducted?
Ans. The CBT exam date will be notified later on the official RRB websites.
Q20. Where can candidates download the official notification and apply online?
Ans. Candidates can download the notification and apply online through their respective regional RRB official websites.