RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026: The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), Ministry of Railways, Government of India, has released an employment notification (CEN No. 09/2026) for the recruitment of 191 Isolated Categories posts across various Railway Recruitment Boards.
Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official RRB application portal. Candidates should check the post-wise educational qualifications, age limits, application fee, selection process, and other details before applying.
The online application process will start on 5 November 2026, and the last date for submission is 4 December 2026.
RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Advertisement No. | CEN 09/2026 |
| Name of Posts | Isolated Categories |
| Total Vacancies | 191 |
| Qualification | 10+2, Graduate, Postgraduate, etc. |
| Age Limit | 18–40 years (post-wise) |
| Application Fee | ₹250/₹500 |
| Application Start Date | 5 November 2026 |
| Last Date | 4 December 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment Vacancy Details
Name of Posts: Isolated Categories
Total Vacancies: 191 posts
RRB Guwahati Vacancies: 30 posts
Pay Scale: Level 2, Level 6 and Level 7 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, along with other admissible allowances.
RRB-wise Vacancy Distribution
| Railway Recruitment Board | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| RRB Ajmer | 2 |
| RRB Bengaluru | 4 |
| RRB Bhopal | 3 |
| RRB Bhubaneswar | 6 |
| RRB Bilaspur | 1 |
| RRB Chandigarh | 31 |
| RRB Chennai | 11 |
| RRB Gorakhpur | 15 |
| RRB Guwahati | 30 |
| RRB Jammu-Srinagar | 8 |
| RRB Kolkata | 31 |
| RRB Mumbai | 12 |
| RRB Patna | 1 |
| RRB Prayagraj | 7 |
| RRB Secunderabad | 21 |
| RRB Siliguri | 8 |
| Total | 191 |
Eligibility Criteria for RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026
The educational qualifications and age limits vary according to the post. The details are given below.
Post-wise Educational Qualification and Age Limit
| Name of Post | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Law Assistant | University Degree in Law with 3 years of standing practice as a Pleader at the Bar. Serving Railway employees who are Law Graduates are also eligible. | 18–40 years |
| Public Prosecutor | Graduate degree in Law from a recognized university with 5 years of standing as an Advocate at the Bar. | 18–32 years |
| Scientific Assistant/Training | Master’s Degree in Psychology with at least 50% marks. | 18–35 years |
| Junior Translator (Hindi) | Master’s Degree in Hindi or English with the other language as a compulsory/elective subject or medium at degree level, subject to the prescribed alternatives and translation qualification/experience. | 18–33 years |
| Senior Publicity Inspector | Degree from a recognized university and Diploma in Public Relations, Advertising, Journalism or Mass Communication. | 18–33 years |
| Staff & Welfare Inspector | Graduation along with one of the prescribed qualifications in Labour/Social Welfare, Labour Laws, Personnel Management or Human Resource Management. | 18–33 years |
| Lab Assistant Grade 3 (Chemist and Metallurgist) | 10+2 with Science (Physics and Chemistry) or equivalent. | 18–30 years |
Additional desirable qualifications:
- Scientific Assistant/Training: Specialization in Industrial, Organizational or Clinical Psychology; experience in organizing counselling/guidance programmes; and working knowledge of computers.
- Senior Publicity Inspector: Two years of experience in the relevant field is desirable.
Staff & Welfare Inspector: Candidates must possess 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 from an institution recognized by the Government of India.
- MBA/HR from a recognized institution.
- PG Diploma in Human Resource Management with relevant papers in Personnel Management.
Junior Translator (Hindi): Candidates must fulfil one of the prescribed Master’s Degree combinations in Hindi and English. They must also possess a recognized Diploma/Certificate Course in translation from Hindi to English and vice versa, or have two years of relevant translation experience in Central/State Government offices, including Government of India undertakings.
Candidates should refer to the official notification for the complete qualification requirements and acceptable combinations.
Age Limit
The age limits mentioned above are calculated as on 1 January 2027.
Age Relaxation
Upper age relaxation will be applicable to reserved categories as follows:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC-NCL | 3 years |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
Application Fee for RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026
Candidates must pay the application fee according to their respective categories.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Minorities/Economically Backward Class | ₹250 |
| All Other Candidates | ₹500 |
Application Fee Refund:
- For candidates paying ₹250, the fee will be refunded after deducting applicable bank charges upon appearing in the First Stage CBT.
- For candidates paying ₹500, ₹400 will be refunded after deducting applicable bank charges upon appearing in the First Stage CBT.
How to Apply for RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026?
Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official RRB application portal.
Follow the steps below:
- Scroll down to the Important Web Links section.
- Click on the Online Application Form link.
- Complete the registration process.
- Log in using the required credentials.
- Enter your personal, educational, and other necessary details.
- Upload your recent passport-size photograph, signature, and other required documents.
- Pay the application fee according to your category.
- Review the application form and submit it.
- Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
Selection Process of RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026
The selection process will include the following stages, as applicable to the post:
- Single Stage Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Translation Test (for applicable posts)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination
RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment CBT Exam Pattern
The Computer Based Test will be conducted online.
Examination Details:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Mode | Online |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Exam Duration | 90 minutes |
| Duration for eligible PwBD candidates using a scribe | 120 minutes |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Negative Marking | 1/3 mark for each wrong answer |
| Exam Date | To be notified |
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| UR | 40% |
| EWS | 40% |
| OBC-NCL | 30% |
| SC | 30% |
| ST | 25% |
The qualifying percentages may be relaxed by 2 marks for PwBD candidates in case of a shortage of eligible PwBD candidates against reserved vacancies.
Note: Normalized marks obtained in the CBT will be used for shortlisting candidates for the applicable subsequent stages.
RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment CBT Exam Pattern
The following exam pattern applies to 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 |
RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment Exam Syllabus
The CBT syllabus includes the following subjects:
1. 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 and Clock, Pipes and Cistern.
2. General Intelligence and Reasoning
Analogies, Alphabetical and Number Series, Coding and Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Relationships, Syllogism, Jumbling, Venn Diagrams, Data Interpretation and Sufficiency, Conclusions and Decision Making, Similarities and Differences, Analytical Reasoning, Classification, Directions, Statement-Arguments and Assumptions, etc.
3. General Awareness
Knowledge of Current Affairs, Indian Geography, Culture and History of India including the Freedom Movement, Indian Polity and Constitution, Indian Economy, Environmental Issues concerning India and the World, Sports, and General Scientific and Technological Developments.
4. General Science
Physics, Chemistry and Life Sciences up to the 10th standard CBSE syllabus.
5. Professional Ability
Questions related to the relevant professional subject and prescribed educational qualifications for the respective post.
Important Dates of RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 5 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 4 December 2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | To be notified |
Important Web Links for RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Online Application Form | Apply Online |
| Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Official Website | Indian Railways |
RRB Recruitment Helpdesk:
- Email: rrb.help@csc.gov.in
- Phone: 9592001188 / 01725653333
FAQs – RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026
1. How many vacancies are available under RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026?
There are 191 vacancies across various Railway Recruitment Boards.
2. How many vacancies are available under RRB Guwahati?
RRB Guwahati has 30 vacancies.
3. What is the starting date of online application?
The online application process starts on 5 November 2026.
4. What is the last date to apply online?
The last date for submission of online applications is 4 December 2026.
5. What is the age limit for RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment?
The age limit varies by post, ranging from 18–30 years to 18–40 years.
6. What is the application fee?
The application fee is ₹250 for the specified concession categories and ₹500 for other candidates.
7. What is the selection process?
The selection process includes a Single Stage CBT, Translation Test where applicable, Document Verification and Medical Examination.
8. What is the official advertisement number?
The recruitment notification has been released under CEN No. 09/2026.