Railway Recruitment Board has released an official notification inviting applications from interested and eligible candidates for Isolated Category 08/2025 posts. There are 312 vacancies open under various categories.
Candidates with qualifications ranging from 12th pass to Master’s degree are eligible depending on the post. The online application process will start on 30 December 2025 and will close on 29 January 2026. Applicants can apply online through the respective RRB websites within the given dates.
Required qualification, age limit, post details and other information are given below. Check all details carefully before applying.
Overview of RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026
| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Boards, Ministry of Railways |
| Notification No. | Isolated Category 08/2025 |
| Post Name | Various Isolated Category Posts |
| No. of Posts | 312 |
| Category | Government |
| Job Location | Across Indian Railways |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | CBT, Translation test (where applicable), DV and Medical |
All the important details regarding this recruitment are given in this article. Read further to know more about vacancies, eligibility, dates, application fees and selection process.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Indicative Notice Publication | 20 December 2025 |
| Opening of Online Application | 30 December 2025 |
| Closing of Online Application | 29 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 31 January 2026 |
| Modification Window | 01 February 2026 to 10 February 2026 |
| Scribe Details Submission | 11 February 2026 to 15 February 2026 |
| CBT Date | To be notified later |
| Translation Test (Junior Translator) | To be notified later |
Vacancy Details of RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026
| Post Name | Pay Level | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Law Assistant | Level 7 | 22 |
| Public Prosecutor | Level 7 | 07 |
| Junior Translator (Hindi) | Level 6 | 202 |
| Senior Publicity Inspector | Level 6 | 15 |
| Staff and Welfare Inspector | Level 6 | 24 |
| Scientific Assistant (Training) | Level 6 | 02 |
| Lab Assistant Grade III (Chemist and Metallurgist) | Level 2 | 39 |
| Scientific Supervisor (Ergonomics and Training) | Level 7 | 01 |
| Total | – | 312 |
Eligibility Criteria of RRB Isolated Category Vacancies
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Age Limit (as on 01-01-2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Law Assistant | Degree in Law with 3 years practice as Pleader at Bar or Railway employees with Law Degree and 5 years service | 18 to 40 years |
| Public Prosecutor | Graduate with Bachelor’s Degree in Law and 5 years standing as Advocate | 18 to 32 years |
| Junior Translator (Hindi) | Master’s Degree in Hindi or English or any subject with Hindi and English with Diploma/Certificate in Translation or 2 years experience | 18 to 33 years |
| Senior Publicity Inspector | Degree with Diploma in Public Relations/Advertising/Journalism/Mass Communication | 18 to 33 years |
| Staff and Welfare Inspector | Graduation with Diploma/Labour Law/LLB with Labour Law papers/PG Diploma in Personnel Management/MBA HR | 18 to 33 years |
| Scientific Assistant (Training) | Second Class Master’s Degree in Psychology with 1 year experience | 18 to 35 years |
| Lab Assistant Grade III | 12th pass with Science (Physics and Chemistry) | 18 to 30 years |
| Scientific Supervisor | Second Class Master’s Degree in Psychology or Physiology with 2 years relevant experience | 18 to 35 years |
Age relaxation is applicable for SC, ST, OBC, PwBD and Ex-servicemen as per rules.
Salary Details
Pay Level 7: Rs 44,900 per month Pay Level 6: Rs 35,400 per month Pay Level 2: Rs 19,900 per month
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General, EWS, OBC-NCL | Rs 500 (Rs 400 refundable on appearing in CBT) |
| SC, ST, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Ex-servicemen, Minority, EBC | Rs 250 (refundable on appearing in CBT) |
Selection Process
The selection process includes Computer Based Test, Translation Test for Junior Translator, Document Verification and Medical Examination. CBT will have negative marking of one third mark for each wrong answer. Minimum qualifying marks vary by category.
RRB Official Notification and Apply Details
Official Notification: DOWNLOAD PDF
Apply Link: APPLY ONLINE