RRB Recruitment 2026 Isolated Categories | Apply Online for 312 Posts

RRB Recruitment 2026 Isolated Categories: The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released a detailed notification for Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026 under Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 08/2025. This recruitment drive offers a total of 312 vacancies across various specialised posts in Indian Railways, including legal, publicity, translation, scientific, and laboratory roles.

Eligible candidates can submit their applications online only through official RRB websites before the closing date.

RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026 OVERVIEW:

• Recruiting Authority: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
• Notification Number: CEN 08/2025
• Total Vacancies: 312
• Job Location: Across Indian Railways zones
• Application Mode: Online only

Important Dates

• Online Application Start Date: 30 December 2025
• Last Date to Apply: 29 January 2026 (23:59 hrs)
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 31 January 2026
• Application Correction Window: 01 February to 10 February 2026
• CBT Exam Date: To be announced on RRB websites

Post-wise Vacancy Details (Major Posts)

Some of the key posts included in this recruitment are:

• Chief Law Assistant
• Public Prosecutor
• Junior Translator (Hindi)
• Senior Publicity Inspector
• Staff & Welfare Inspector
• Scientific Assistant (Training)
• Lab Assistant Grade III (Chemist & Metallurgist)
• Scientific Supervisor (Ergonomics & Training)

Vacancies are distributed RRB-wise and zone-wise, with reservation applicable as per government norms.

Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)

The age limit varies by post:

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: Up to 40 years (post-specific)

Age Relaxation

Applicable for:

• SC / ST candidates
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)
• Ex-Servicemen
• Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)
• Eligible railway employees

Educational Qualification for RRB Recruitment

Candidates must possess the prescribed educational or professional qualification for the respective post on or before 29 January 2026.
Applicants awaiting final results are not eligible to apply.

Post-wise qualification details are provided in Annexure A of the notification.

Application Fee

• General / OBC / EWS: ₹500
  • ₹400 refunded after appearing in CBT
• SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Ex-Servicemen / Minority / EBC: ₹250
  • Fully refundable after appearing in CBT

Fee payment is online only via debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI.

Selection Process 

The recruitment process consists of:

1. Computer-Based Test (CBT)
2. Translation Test / Skill Test (where applicable)
3. Document Verification
4. Medical Examination

Negative marking applies: 1/3 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer in CBT.

How to Apply for RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official RRB website of your choice: Click Here
2. Create an account using a valid mobile number and email ID
3. Fill in the online application form carefully
4. Upload live photograph, signature, and required documents
5. Pay the application fee
6. Submit the application before the deadline

Official Notification: Download

Only one application to one RRB is allowed.

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