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Notice information
- Short Information: RRB Isolated Category Recruitment 2026 Attention: Job Seekers! RRB CEN 09/2026 (Isolated Categories) for the RRBS have opened online application forms! Starting today (November 5, 2026), you can submit your application before 11:59 pm on December 4, 2026. RRB is currently hiring for the following posts (for the RRBS): Public Prosecutor, Chief Law Assistant, Junior Translator (Hindi), Staff and Welfare Inspector, Senior Publicity Inspector, Scientific Assistant (Training), Lab Assistant Grade III (Chemist & Metallurgist).
- But here’s the catch: you get one crack to write the RRB exam. So, keep that application fee paid up by December 6, 2026 or your application will not be accepted even if you write the test and they may reject your application in due course. To know more about our united RRB website please visit https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in and application link is available at https://www.rrbapply.gov.in.
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RRB Isolated Category Recruitment 2026 Overview
Important Dates for RRB Isolated Category Recruitment 2026
- Candidates should keep the following dates in mind to avoid missing any stage of the application process.
- The examination schedule and further recruitment updates will be published on the official RRB websites.
RRB Isolated Category Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
- The age limit will be calculated as on 1 January 2027. The minimum age for all seven posts is 18 years, while the maximum age varies according to the post.
- Age Relaxation
- Applicable upper-age relaxation includes:
- Additional provisions apply to eligible Ex-Servicemen, Railway employees and certain other categories as specified in the notification.
RRB Isolated Category Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
- Candidates must pay the examination fee online using the available payment methods.
- Applicable bank charges will be deducted from the refund.
- Important: The examination fee refund is available only to candidates who appear in the Computer Based Test (CBT). The fee for eligible categories is refunded through the Aadhaar-seeded bank account, after applicable bank charges. EBC, EWS and OBC are separate categories under the notification.
Educational Qualification for RRB Isolated Category Recruitment 2026
- The educational qualification differs according to the post. Candidates must possess the required qualification from a recognised university, institution or board on or before the closing date of the online application.
- The post-wise qualification requirements are as follows:
- 1. Chief Law Assistant
- University Degree in Law.
- Three years of standing practice as a Pleader at the Bar.
- Serving Railway employees who are Law Graduates may also apply if they have completed at least five years of service in any branch of Railway Administration.
- 2. Public Prosecutor
- Graduate degree in Law from a recognised university.
- Five years of standing as an Advocate at the Bar.
- 3. Senior Publicity Inspector
- Degree from a recognised university.
- Diploma in Public Relations, Advertising, Journalism or Mass Communication from a recognised institution or university.
- Two years of experience in related fields is desirable.
- 4. Junior Translator (Hindi)
- Candidates must fulfil the prescribed postgraduate qualification in Hindi or English, including one of the combinations specified in the notification.
- Additionally, candidates must possess either:
- A recognised Diploma or Certificate Course in translation from Hindi to English and vice versa; OR
- Two years of translation work experience in Hindi and English in Central or 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 Personnel Management papers from a recognised institution.
- 6. Scientific Assistant (Training)
- Master’s Degree in Psychology.
- Minimum 50% marks in aggregate.
- Desirable qualifications include specialisation in Industrial, Organisational or Clinical Psychology, experience in counselling or guidance programmes, and working knowledge of computers.
- 7. Lab Assistant Grade III (Chemist & Metallurgist)
- 12th (+2 Stage) or equivalent qualification.
- Science stream with Physics and Chemistry as subjects.
- These qualifications are prescribed in Annexure A, pages 30–31, of the recruitment notification.
RRB Isolated Category Selection Process 2026
- The recruitment process will involve the following stages:
- Single Stage Computer Based Test (CBT).
- Translation Test (where applicable).
- Document Verification (DV).
- Medical Examination.
- Candidates will be shortlisted based on their performance and merit in the applicable selection stages. Junior Translator (Hindi) candidates must also qualify in the Translation Test.
RRB CBT Exam Pattern 2026
- For posts other than Junior Translator (Hindi), the notification provides the following indicative examination pattern:
- Examination Duration: 90 Minutes.
- Total Questions: 100.
- Total Marks: 100.
- Question Type: Objective Multiple Choice.
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark for every incorrect answer.
- Scribe Candidates: 120 Minutes.
- The section-wise distribution is indicative and may vary in the actual question paper.
- Junior Translator (Hindi) Examination
- Junior Translator candidates will appear in a separate CBT followed by a qualifying Translation Test.
- English language: 20% of questions.
- Hindi language: 30% of questions.
- Remaining questions: General Knowledge, General Intelligence, Simple Arithmetic and Computer Basics.
- Translation Test qualifying marks: 60%.
- The final merit list for Junior Translator will be prepared using CBT marks alone, but candidates must qualify in the Translation Test to remain eligible for further selection.
How to Apply Online for RRB Isolated Category Recruitment 2026?
- Eligible candidates can submit their applications by following these steps:
- Visit the official RRB application portal: https://www.rrbapply.gov.in.
- Open the CEN 09/2026 Isolated Category Recruitment application link.
- Create an account or log in using existing RRB account credentials.
- Fill in the required personal, educational and other details.
- Select only one RRB and provide your preferences for eligible posts and Railway Zones.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and other documents.
- Pay the applicable examination fee through the online payment facility.
- Review all the information entered in the application form.
- Submit the application and save or print the confirmation for future reference.
- Important: Candidates can select only one RRB. Multiple applications submitted against this notification will lead to rejection and may result in debarment from future RRB and RRC examinations. Details entered during account creation and the selected RRB cannot be modified later.
Important Documents Required
- Candidates should keep the following documents and information ready while completing the application:
- Aadhaar Card or another valid identity document.
- Educational qualification certificates.
- Class 10th certificate for date of birth verification.
- Recent live photograph.
- Scanned signature.
- Category certificate, if applicable.
- EWS/OBC-NCL certificate, if applicable.
- PwBD certificate, if applicable.
- Valid mobile number.
- Active personal email ID.
- Candidates should follow the prescribed photograph and signature specifications in the official notification.
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