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RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026 – 191 Posts, Apply Online (CEN 09/2026)
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) | CEN No. 09/2026 | Level 2, 6 & 7 of 7th CPC
191
Total Posts
₹500
Application Fee
Up to 40
Max Age (Post-wise)
4 Dec
Last Date
RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026: The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), Ministry of Railways, has released Centralized Employment Notice (CEN No. 09/2026) for the recruitment of 191 Isolated Categories vacancies across various RRBs. The post list includes Chief Law Assistant, Public Prosecutor, Junior Translator (Hindi), Staff & Welfare Inspector, Scientific Assistant, Senior Publicity Inspector, and Lab Assistant Grade 3. Candidates holding qualifications ranging from 12th pass with Science to Graduation, Master’s Degree, or Law Degrees (LLB) are eligible to apply depending on the specific post. The online application portal remains open from November 5 to December 4, 2026, on official RRB regional websites.
🔔 Applications Open: RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026 (CEN 09/2026) started on 5 November 2026. Last date to apply online: 4 December 2026. CBT exam date will be updated later. Graduates, post-graduates and 10+2 (Science) candidates — apply now!
RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026 – Quick Details
| Organisation |
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), Ministry of Railways, Govt. of India |
| Advertisement No. |
CEN No. 09/2026 |
| Post Name |
Isolated Categories (7 posts – see eligibility below) |
| Total Posts |
191 Posts (in various RRBs) |
| Posts under RRB Guwahati |
30 Posts |
| Pay Scale |
Level 2, 6 & 7 of 7th CPC Pay Matrix plus other allowances as admissible |
| Qualification |
10+2 (Science), Degree, Master’s Degree – post-wise |
| Age Limit |
18 to 30 / 32 / 33 / 35 / 40 years (as on 01/01/2027) |
| Application Fee |
₹500/- (Others) | ₹250/- (SC/ST/Ex-Serviceman/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Minorities/EBC) |
| Selection Process |
Single Stage CBT → Translation Test (as applicable) → DV / Medical Examination |
| Apply Start Date |
5 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply |
4 December 2026 |
| CBT Exam Date |
To be updated later |
RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026 – Overview
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), Ministry of Railways, Govt. of India has released employment notification CEN No. 09/2026 for the recruitment of 191 posts of Isolated Categories in various RRBs. The online application process for RRB Isolated Categories Vacancy 2026 runs from 5 November 2026 to 4 December 2026.
The recruitment covers Chief Law Assistant, Public Prosecutor, Scientific Assistant/Training, Junior Translator (Hindi), Senior Publicity Inspector, Staff & Welfare Inspector and Lab Assistant Grade 3 (Chemist and Metallurgist). Posts are in Level 2, 6 and 7 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. Selection involves a Single Stage CBT, a Translation Test (as applicable) and DV / Medical Examination.
📝 Note: The notice gives vacancies RRB-wise (191 in total). Post-wise vacancy numbers are not given in the text we have, so check the official notification for the post-wise break-up.
Salary & Pay Level
RRB Isolated Categories – 7th CPC Pay Matrix
Level 2, 6 & 7
Pay Level 02, 06 & 07 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix plus other allowances as admissible. Railway jobs come with Govt. of India benefits and job security.
| 7th CPC Pay Level |
Entry Basic Pay (per month) |
| Level 2 |
₹19,900 |
| Level 6 |
₹35,400 |
| Level 7 |
₹44,900 |
💰 Please note: The notice only says “Level 02, 06 & 07”. The entry basic pay figures above come from the standard 7th CPC Pay Matrix, not from the notice, and exclude DA, HRA and other allowances. Which post falls in which level is given in the official notification.
RRB-wise Vacancy Details – 191 Posts
| Railway Recruitment Board |
Posts |
Railway Recruitment Board |
Posts |
| RRB Ajmer |
2 |
RRB Guwahati |
30 |
| RRB Bengaluru |
4 |
RRB Jammu-Srinagar |
8 |
| RRB Bhopal |
3 |
RRB Kolkata |
31 |
| RRB Bhubaneswar |
6 |
RRB Mumbai |
12 |
| RRB Bilaspur |
1 |
RRB Patna |
1 |
| RRB Chandigarh |
31 |
RRB Prayagraj |
7 |
| RRB Chennai |
11 |
RRB Secunderabad |
21 |
| RRB Gorakhpur |
15 |
RRB Siliguri |
8 |
| Total – All RRBs |
191 Posts |
🏭 RRB Guwahati has 30 posts, the third-highest after RRB Chandigarh (31) and RRB Kolkata (31). RRB Siliguri has 8 posts. Check the official notification for the rules on choosing an RRB while applying.
Eligibility Criteria – Post-wise Qualification & Age
Age limits are counted as on 01/01/2027. For full details, please check the official notification.
Chief Law Assistant18–40 Yrs
A University Degree in Law with 3 years’ standing practice as a Pleader at Bar. Serving Railway employees who are Law Graduates are also eligible to apply for this post.
Public Prosecutor18–32 Yrs
Graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized University and with five years’ standing as an advocate at Bar.
Scientific Assistant / Training18–35 Yrs
Master’s Degree in Psychology with 50% marks in aggregate.
Desirable: (a) Specialisation in Industrial / Organisational / Clinical Psychology; (b) Experience in organizing counselling / guidance programmes; (c) Working knowledge of Computers.
Junior Translator (Hindi)18–33 Yrs
Any one of the following Master’s degree options:
•Master’s Degree 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 of a recognized University or equivalent 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 of a recognized University or equivalent 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 the other as a compulsory or elective subject at Degree level.
Also listed in the notice: 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. Please confirm the exact condition in the official notification.
Senior Publicity Inspector18–33 Yrs
Degree from a recognized University and Diploma in Public Relations / Advertising / Journalism / Mass Communication from a recognized institution / University.
Desirable: 2 years’ experience in related fields.
Staff & Welfare Inspector18–33 Yrs
Graduation plus any one of the following qualifications:
(A)Diploma in Labour / Social Welfare
(B)Diploma in Labour Laws
(C)LLB with papers in Labour Laws
(D)PG Diploma in Personnel Management
(E)MBA with papers in Personnel Management awarded by an Institution of the Govt. of India
(F)MBA/HR awarded by an institution recognized by the Govt. of India
(G)PG Diploma in Human Resource Management, provided its curriculum includes relevant papers in Personnel Management, awarded by an institution recognized by the Govt. of India
Lab Assistant Grade 3 (Chemist & Metallurgist)18–30 Yrs
12th (+2 stage) or its equivalent examination with Science (Physics and Chemistry) as subjects or its equivalent.
Age Relaxation (Upper Age Limit)
| Category |
Age Relaxation |
| OBC-NCL |
3 years |
| SC / ST |
5 years |
| PwBD [UR / EWS] |
10 years |
| PwBD [OBC] |
13 years |
| PwBD [SC / ST] |
15 years |
Application Fee
SC / ST / Ex-Serviceman / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minorities / Economically Backward Class₹250/-
Others₹500/-
✅ Fee refund: For the ₹250 categories, the fee will be refunded after deducting applicable bank charges on appearing in the First Stage CBT. For ₹500 candidates, an amount of ₹400 will be refunded in due course after deducting bank charges, on appearing in the 1st Stage CBT.
Selection Process of RRB Isolated Categories
The recruitment process of RRB Ministerial & Isolated Categories posts shall involve the following stages:
1
Single Stage Computer Based Test (CBT) – 100 questions, 90 minutes.
2
Translation Test – as applicable.
3
Document Verification (DV) / Medical Examination.
📝 Normalization: The normalized marks scored by the candidate in the CBT shall be used for shortlisting candidates for Performance Test / Teaching Skill Test, Translation Test and DV (as applicable) for the posts.
RRB Isolated Categories CBT Details
| Name of Exam |
Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Date of Exam |
To be updated later |
| Mode of Exam |
Online (CBT) |
| Duration |
90 minutes (120 minutes for PwBD candidates availing the Scribe facility) |
| Total Questions |
100 |
| Type of Questions |
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) |
| Standard of Questions |
Generally in conformity with the educational standards prescribed for the posts |
| Negative Marking |
1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer |
⚠ Negative marking applies. Each wrong answer costs 1/3rd of a mark, so avoid blind guessing.
Minimum Qualifying Marks (Pass Marks)
| Category |
Minimum Percentage |
| UR |
40% |
| EWS |
40% |
| OBC (Non Creamy Layer) |
30% |
| SC |
30% |
| ST |
25% |
📝 These percentages may be relaxed by 2 marks for PwBD candidates in case of shortage of PwBD candidates against the vacancies reserved for them.
CBT Exam Pattern – RRB Isolated Categories 2026
Section-wise number of questions and marks for all posts except Junior Translator (Hindi):
| 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 |
⭐ Professional Ability carries 50 of 100 marks. Prepare subject knowledge for your own post alongside the common sections. The pattern for Junior Translator (Hindi) is different and is not given in the text we have – check the official notification.
Syllabus of CBT
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 and Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics, Square Root, Age Calculations, Calendar & Clock, Pipes & 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 etc.
General Awareness
Knowledge of Current Affairs, Indian Geography, Culture and History of India including freedom movement, Indian Polity and Constitution, Indian Economy, Environmental issues concerning India and the World, Sports, General scientific and technological developments etc.
General Science
Physics, Chemistry and Life Sciences (up to 10th standard CBSE syllabus).
📖 Professional Ability: No separate syllabus is listed in the notice. Questions follow the educational standards prescribed for the respective post, so revise your own qualification subjects (Law, Psychology, Hindi/English, Public Relations, Labour & HR, or Physics & Chemistry).
Important Dates of RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026
Apply Starts
5 November 2026
⏰ Last Date
4 December 2026
⭐ CBT Exam Date
To be updated later
How to Apply for RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026
Interested and eligible candidates may apply online through the official portal of RRB. Follow these steps:
1
Scroll down to the Important Links section of this page.
2
Click on the Online Application Form link.
3
A new webpage will open. Read the instructions carefully.
4
Enter all your personal and educational details as required.
5
Upload your passport-sized photograph, signature and other required documents.
6
Pay the application fee as per your category (₹500 or ₹250) and click on Submit.
7
Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
☎ RRB Helpline
Email: rrb.help@csc.gov.in
Phone: 9592001188, 01725653333
Important Links
Online Application Form
Opens 5 Nov 2026 | Closes 4 Dec 2026
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Official Notification
CEN No. 09/2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
QHow many posts are vacant in RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026?
RRB has notified 191 posts of Isolated Categories under CEN No. 09/2026 across 16 RRBs. RRB Chandigarh and RRB Kolkata have 31 posts each, followed by RRB Guwahati with 30.
QWhat is the starting date to apply online for RRB Isolated Categories?
The online application started on 5 November 2026.
QWhat is the last date to apply online for RRB Isolated Categories?
The last date to apply online is 4 December 2026.
QWhich posts are included in RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026?
The posts are Chief Law Assistant, Public Prosecutor, Scientific Assistant/Training, Junior Translator (Hindi), Senior Publicity Inspector, Staff & Welfare Inspector and Lab Assistant Grade 3 (Chemist and Metallurgist).
QWhat is the educational qualification for RRB Isolated Categories 2026?
It depends on the post. Law degree with Bar practice for Chief Law Assistant and Public Prosecutor, Master’s in Psychology (50%) for Scientific Assistant/Training, Master’s in Hindi/English options for Junior Translator, Degree plus Diploma for Senior Publicity Inspector, Graduation plus a labour/HR qualification for Staff & Welfare Inspector, and 12th with Physics and Chemistry for Lab Assistant Grade 3.
QWhat is the age limit for RRB Isolated Categories 2026?
Age is counted as on 01/01/2027. The upper limit is 40 years for Chief Law Assistant, 32 for Public Prosecutor, 35 for Scientific Assistant/Training, 33 for Junior Translator, Senior Publicity Inspector and Staff & Welfare Inspector, and 30 for Lab Assistant Grade 3. The minimum age is 18. Relaxation: OBC-NCL 3 years, SC/ST 5 years, PwBD 10/13/15 years.
QWhat is the application fee for RRB Isolated Categories 2026?
The fee is ₹500 for Others and ₹250 for SC/ST/Ex-Serviceman/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Minorities/Economically Backward Class. A refund is made after deducting bank charges on appearing in the first stage CBT (₹400 of the ₹500 fee).
QWhat is the salary of RRB Isolated Categories posts?
The posts are in Level 2, 6 and 7 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix plus other allowances as admissible. Entry basic pay in the standard pay matrix is ₹19,900 (Level 2), ₹35,400 (Level 6) and ₹44,900 (Level 7).
QWhat is the selection process and exam pattern?
Selection involves a Single Stage CBT, a Translation Test (as applicable) and DV / Medical Examination. The CBT has 100 MCQs in 90 minutes (Professional Ability 50, General Awareness 15, Reasoning 15, Mathematics 10, General Science 10), with 1/3rd negative marking.
QWhen is the RRB Isolated Categories CBT exam date?
The exam date is to be updated later. Keep checking the official RRB website and this page for the schedule.
QHow many posts are there under RRB Guwahati and what is the helpline?
RRB Guwahati has 30 posts. For help, email rrb.help@csc.gov.in or call 9592001188 / 01725653333.
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