RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026: 191 Vacancies for Law, Translator & Lab Posts, Last Date 4 December
RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026 (CEN 09/2026) has 191 specialist vacancies, including Junior Translator (Hindi), Public Prosecutor and Lab Assistant. Applications are open from 5 November to 4 December 2026, and pay goes up to ₹44,900 basic.
Not every railway job needs you to compete with lakhs of candidates. RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026 (Ministerial and Isolated Categories, CEN 09/2026) is aimed at people with specific skills: law graduates, Hindi translators, psychology postgraduates, PR professionals and science students. Because the qualifications are specialised, competition is much lower than in NTPC or Group D.
Online applications started on 5 November 2026 and close on 4 December 2026. Below is the post-wise breakdown with eligibility, age limit and salary.
RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026 at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Notice number | CEN 09/2026 |
| Total vacancies | 191 |
| Application start | 5 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 4 December 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Fee payment last date | 6 December 2026 |
| Correction window | 7 to 16 December 2026 |
| Exam date | To be announced |
| Apply at | rrbapply.gov.in |
Post-Wise Vacancies, Age Limit and Salary
| Post | Vacancies | Max Age | Pay Level (Basic) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chief Law Assistant | 17 | 40 | Level 7 (₹44,900) |
| Public Prosecutor | 21 | 32 | Level 7 (₹44,900) |
| Senior Publicity Inspector | 8 | 33 | Level 6 (₹35,400) |
| Junior Translator (Hindi) | 79 | 33 | Level 6 (₹35,400) |
| Staff and Welfare Inspector | 27 | 33 | Level 6 (₹35,400) |
| Scientific Assistant (Training) | 3 | 35 | Level 6 (₹35,400) |
| Lab Assistant Grade III | 36 | 30 | Level 2 (₹19,900) |
| Total | 191 |
The minimum age is 18 for all posts, calculated as on 1 January 2027. Relaxation: SC/ST 5 years, OBC-NCL 3 years, PwBD (UR/EWS) 10 years, and ex-servicemen as per rules.
Educational Qualification (Post-Wise)
Chief Law Assistant
A law degree plus 3 years’ standing practice as a pleader at the Bar. Serving railway employees with a law degree and 5 years of service are also eligible.
Public Prosecutor
Graduation with an LLB and 5 years’ standing as an advocate.
Senior Publicity Inspector
A degree plus a diploma in Public Relations, Advertising, Journalism or Mass Communication.
Junior Translator (Hindi)
A master’s degree with the prescribed Hindi and English subject combinations, plus a translation diploma or 2 years of translation experience. With 79 posts, this is the biggest opening in the notice.
Staff and Welfare Inspector
Graduation with a qualification such as a Diploma in Labour or Social Welfare, LLB with Labour Laws, PG Diploma in Personnel Management, or MBA (HR).
Scientific Assistant (Training)
A master’s degree in Psychology with at least 50% marks.
Lab Assistant Grade III (Chemist and Metallurgist)
Class 12 with Physics and Chemistry. This is the only post open to 12th-pass candidates.
You must hold the required qualification on or before 4 December 2026.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee | Refund After CBT |
|---|---|---|
| General | ₹500 | ₹400 |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minorities / EBC | ₹250 | ₹250 |
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
- Single-stage CBT – 100 marks in 90 minutes (120 minutes with a scribe).
- Translation Test – only for Junior Translator (Hindi). It is qualifying, with a minimum of 60%.
- Document Verification and Medical Examination.
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| Professional Ability (post-related subject) | 50 |
| General Awareness | 15 |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 15 |
| Mathematics | 10 |
| General Science | 10 |
There is negative marking of one-third mark for each wrong answer. Professional Ability carries half the marks, so your subject knowledge decides the result.
How to Apply
- Visit rrbapply.gov.in and log in or register.
- Open CEN 09/2026 Ministerial and Isolated Categories.
- Select your post and preferred RRB.
- Enter your educational and experience details. Law and translator posts need experience proof.
- Upload your photo, signature and certificates where asked.
- Pay the fee and submit before 4 December 2026.
For mainstream railway openings, see RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026 and RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026. All our job updates are in the Jobs section.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date for RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026?
The last date is 4 December 2026, and fee payment is allowed until 6 December 2026.
Which post has the most vacancies?
Junior Translator (Hindi) has the most, with 79 of the 191 posts.
Can 12th-pass candidates apply?
Yes, for Lab Assistant Grade III, if you studied Physics and Chemistry in Class 12.
What is the highest salary in this recruitment?
Chief Law Assistant and Public Prosecutor are in Level 7, with a starting basic pay of ₹44,900.
Is there an interview?
No. Selection is through the CBT, a translation test (for translators only), document verification and a medical test.
Final Words
RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026 is a smart option if you have a law, Hindi, psychology, PR or science background. The 191 posts are fewer in number, but so is the competition. Apply before 4 December 2026 and verify the details in the official notice on the RRB website.
