Published: 3:12 pm | 5 January 2026
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) have officially released the RRB Ministerial & Isolated Category Recruitment 2026 Notification under CEN 08/2025 for a total of 312 posts. The online application process started on 30 December 2025 and eligible candidates can apply online till 29 January 2026 through the official RRB website.
Candidates are advised to read the complete notification carefully to check eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, selection process, and post-wise qualifications. Verified details are provided below on ResultJano.com.
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB)
RRB Ministerial & Isolated Category Recruitment 2026 Apply Online – 312 Posts
Important Dates⇒ Application Start Date: 30 December 2025 ⇒ Last Date to Apply Online: 29 January 2026 ⇒ Last Date for Fee Payment: 31 January 2026 ⇒ Application Correction Window: 01 February 2026 to 10 February 2026 ⇒ Scribe Details Submission (Eligible Candidates): 11 February 2026 to 15 February 2026 ⇒ Admit Card: Before Examination ⇒ Exam Date: Notify Later ⇒ Result Date: Notify Later |
Application Fee⇒ General / OBC / EWS: ₹500/- ⇒ SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Ex-Servicemen / Minority / EBC: ₹250/- ⇒ Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI) |
Age Limit (As on 01.01.2026)⇒ Minimum Age: 18 Years ⇒ Maximum Age: 30 to 40 Years (Post-wise) ⇒ Age Relaxation: As per RRB Rules ⇒ Note:: Detailed post-wise age limits and category-wise age relaxation information is provided below in the detailed notification. |
Total Posts & Selection Process⇒ Total Vacancies: 312 ⇒ Selection Process:
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RRB Ministerial & Isolated Category Eligibility 2026
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
| Junior Translator (Hindi) | Master’s Degree in Hindi or English with Hindi & English as compulsory subjects at Graduation level |
| Staff & Welfare Inspector | Bachelor’s Degree + Diploma in Labour Laws OR LLB |
| Chief Law Assistant | Law Degree with minimum 3 years standing practice |
| Lab Assistant Grade-III | 10+2 with Physics & Chemistry + Lab Technology Diploma/Certificate |
| Senior Publicity Inspector | Degree/Diploma in PR / Advertising / Journalism / Mass Communication + 2 Years Experience |
| Publicity Prosecutor | Degree/Diploma in PR / Advertising / Journalism / Mass Communication |
| Scientific Assistant / Training | Master’s Degree in Psychology + 1 Year Experience |
RRB Ministerial & Isolated Category Vacancy Details 2026
| Sl. No. | Post Name | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Initial Pay | Medical Standard | Age Limit (As on 01-01-2026) | Total Vacancies |
| 01 | Chief Law Assistant | Level-7 | ₹44,900/- | C1 | 18 – 40 Years | 22 |
| 02 | Public Prosecutor | Level-7 | ₹44,900/- | C1 | 18 – 32 Years | 07 |
| 03 | Junior Translator (Hindi) | Level-6 | ₹35,400/- | C2 | 18 – 33 Years | 202 |
| 04 | Senior Publicity Inspector | Level-6 | ₹35,400/- | C1 | 18 – 33 Years | 15 |
| 05 | Staff & Welfare Inspector | Level-6 | ₹35,400/- | C1 | 18 – 33 Years | 24 |
| 06 | Scientific Assistant (Training) | Level-6 | ₹35,400/- | B1 | 18 – 35 Years | 02 |
| 07 | Lab Assistant Grade-III (Chemist & Metallurgist) | Level-2 | ₹19,900/- | B1 | 18 – 30 Years | 39 |
| 08 | Scientific Supervisor (Ergonomics & Training) | Level-7 | ₹44,900/- | B1 | 18 – 35 Years | 01 |
| Grand Total (All RRBs) | 312 Posts | |||||
Age Limit & Age Relaxation Details
📌 Age Calculation Reference: The minimum and maximum age limits for all posts will be calculated as on 01 January 2026.
Candidates must ensure that their Date of Birth (DOB) falls within the prescribed range for the post they are applying for.
📅 Date of Birth Eligibility (Category-Wise)
| Age Group (Min–Max) | UR & EWS (DOB Not Earlier Than) | OBC-NCL (DOB Not Earlier Than) | SC / ST (DOB Not Earlier Than) | Lower Age Limit (Not Born After) |
| 18 – 30 Years | 02-01-1996 | 02-01-1993 | 02-01-1991 | 01-01-2008 |
| 18 – 32 Years | 02-01-1994 | 02-01-1991 | 02-01-1989 | 01-01-2008 |
| 18 – 33 Years | 02-01-1993 | 02-01-1990 | 02-01-1988 | 01-01-2008 |
| 18 – 35 Years | 02-01-1991 | 02-01-1988 | 02-01-1986 | 01-01-2008 |
| 18 – 40 Years | 02-01-1986 | 02-01-1983 | 02-01-1981 | 01-01-2008 |
🧾 Upper Age Relaxation (Category-Wise)
| S. No. | Category | Age Relaxation |
| 01 | SC / ST | 5 Years |
| 02 | OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| 03 | Ex-Servicemen (Minimum 6 months service after attestation) | UR/EWS: 3 Years | OBC-NCL: 6 Years | SC/ST: 8 Years (After deduction of service period) |
| 04 | Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | UR/EWS: 10 Years | OBC-NCL: 13 Years | SC/ST: 15 Years |
| 05 | Serving Railway Employees (Group C/D & Substitutes with 3 years service) | UR/EWS: 40 Years | OBC-NCL: 43 Years | SC/ST: 45 Years |
| 06 | Railway Quasi-Administrative Staff (Canteens, Co-operative Societies, Institutes) | Length of service or 5 Years (whichever is less) |
| 07 | Widowed / Divorced / Judicially Separated Women (Not Remarried) | UR/EWS: 35 Years | OBC-NCL: 38 Years | SC/ST: 40 Years |
⚠️ Important Age-Related Rules
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How to Apply Online for RRB Ministerial & Isolated Category Recruitment 2026
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Step 1: Read the Official Notification. Candidates must carefully read the detailed CEN before filling the online application to avoid mistakes. Step 2: Create an Account using the official RRB website link. Candidates with an existing account from previous RRB CENs can use the same login credentials. A valid mobile number & email ID are mandatory for OTP verification. No changes are allowed later for account details. Identity authentication via DigiLocker or Aadhaar is recommended for smoother verification. Step 3: Fill the Online Application only via the official RRB website link. Enter all information carefully; no changes are allowed after submission. Medium of Examination: Choose from English, Hindi, or 13 regional languages. Zone Preference: Enter the order of preferred RRB zones. Single application only: Multiple applications will lead to disqualification. After submission, choose the mode of fee payment and complete it online. Application is accepted only after fee confirmation via SMS/Email. Step 4: Capture Live Photograph. No pre-existing photo is required. Photo is captured live via webcam/mobile. Dress code: Non-white clothing for contrast. Instructions: Face straight, neutral expression, eyes visible, no cap/mask/glasses. Photo must match candidate’s appearance throughout recruitment. PwBD candidates may follow alternate procedures if needed. Step 5: Upload Mandatory Documents. Signature: Scanned in JPG/JPEG format (30–49 KB, 140×60 px, black ink, running handwriting). SC/ST Certificate: PDF format (<400 KB) for candidates requesting free train travel pass. ⚠ Applications may be rejected for incorrect or unclear documents. Step 6: Scribe Assistance (For PwBD Candidates). Eligibility: Blindness, Cerebral Palsy, Locomotor Disability (Both Arms), or as per medical certificate. Candidate must opt for scribe in application and arrange at own cost. Scribe must register on RRB portal and obtain an OTR number. Conditions: One scribe per candidate, scribe’s education one step below candidate, impersonation leads to disqualification. Step 7: Modification of Submitted Application is allowed only after paying Rs.250 per modification. Details that cannot be changed: Account information & chosen RRB. Modification window: 01/02/2026 – 10/02/2026. Verify all details carefully before the deadline. Note: छात्रों से निवेदन है कि वे आवेदन प्रक्रिया शुरू करने से पहले Official Notification को ध्यानपूर्वक पढ़ें और सभी विवरण समझ लेने के बाद ही अपना फॉर्म भरें, जिससे अंतिम तिथि, आयु सीमा और शैक्षणिक योग्यता सही ढंग से लागू हो सके। |
RRB Ministerial & Isolated Categories 2026 – Syllabus (Short)
1. Exam Pattern (Except Junior Translator/Hindi)
- Total Questions/Marks: 100/100
- Sections: Professional Ability 50, General Awareness 15, Reasoning 15, Maths 10, General Science 10
- Negative marking: 1/3 for wrong answers
2. Junior Translator (Hindi)
- CBT: 50 questions (Hindi 30 + English 20)
- Translation Test: Qualifying, 60% marks
- Topics: Language proficiency, GK, Reasoning, Arithmetic, Computer basics
3. Key Topics (Post-Wise Highlights)
- Staff & Welfare Inspector: Labor Laws, Wages, Social Security, RTI, Computers
- Chief Law Assistant: Constitution, Civil & Criminal Law, Contracts, Labour Laws
- Senior Publicity Inspector: Communication, PR, Advertising, Social Media
- Lab Assistant (Chemist & Metallurgist): Materials, Mechanical Testing, Painting, NDT
- Public Prosecutor: Legal concepts, Crimes, Evidence, Criminal Justice, Railway Acts
- Scientific Assistant / Supervisor: Psychology, Counseling, Research, Statistics, Applied Psychology
4. Minimum Marks for Eligibility
- UR/EWS: 40%
- OBC/SC: 30%
- ST: 25% (+2 marks relaxation for PwBD)
⚠️ Note: This is a brief summary. Candidates must read the full detailed PDF for complete syllabus, instructions, and post-wise details.
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Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| RRB Official Website | Click Here |
| ResultJano.com | Click Here |
RRB Ministerial & Isolated Category Recruitment 2026 FAQs
| Q1. Total vacancies? ⇒ 312 Posts Q2. Last date to apply? ⇒ 29 January 2026 Q3. Minimum age? ⇒ 18 Years Q4. Age relaxation? ⇒ As per RRB Rules Q5. Selection process? ⇒ Written Exam → Skill Test → DV → Medical |
