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Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 09/2026
RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026
भारतीय रेल – आइसोलेटेड कैटेगरीज भर्ती 2026
RRB Isolated Categories Various Posts Recruitment 2026 Notification
Short Information: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have issued an official notification (CEN No. 09/2026) for the recruitment of 191 vacancies under Isolated Categories including Chief Law Assistant, Public Prosecutor, Senior Publicity Inspector, Junior Translator / Hindi, Staff and Welfare Inspector, Scientific Assistant (Training), and Lab Assistant Grade-III (Chemist & Metallurgist). Eligible candidates can apply online from 05 November 2026 to 04 December 2026.
Important Dates & Application Fee
| Important Dates | Application Fee Details |
|---|---|
| • Indicative Notice Date: 24/10/2026 • Online Application Start: 05/11/2026 • Closing Date for Online Application: 04/12/2026 (23:59 Hrs) • Last Date for Fee Payment: 06/12/2026 (23:59 Hrs) • Modification Window: 07/12/2026 to 16/12/2026 | • General / OBC / EWS Candidates: ₹500/- (₹400 refunded after appearing in CBT) • SC / ST / ExSM / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minorities / EBC: ₹250/- (₹250 refunded after appearing in CBT) • Application Modification Fee: ₹250/- per occasion • Payment Mode: Online via Internet Banking, Debit/Credit Cards, or UPI |
RRB CEN 09/2026 Vacancy Details & Age Limit (As on 01/01/2027)
| Post Name | Pay Level | Initial Pay | Age Limit | Total Vacancies |
| Chief Law Assistant | Level 7 | ₹44,900/- | 18 – 40 Yrs | 17 |
| Public Prosecutor | Level 7 | ₹44,900/- | 18 – 32 Yrs | 21 |
| Senior Publicity Inspector | Level 6 | ₹35,400/- | 18 – 33 Yrs | 08 |
| Junior Translator / Hindi | Level 6 | ₹35,400/- | 18 – 33 Yrs | 79 |
| Staff and Welfare Inspector | Level 6 | ₹35,400/- | 18 – 33 Yrs | 27 |
| Scientific Assistant (Training) | Level 6 | ₹35,400/- | 18 – 35 Yrs | 03 |
| Lab Assistant Gr. III (Chemist & Metallurgist) | Level 2 | ₹19,900/- | 18 – 30 Yrs | 36 |
| Total Vacancies | 191 Posts | |||
Educational Qualification Requirements of RRB CEN 09/2026
| Post Name | Minimum Qualification & Experience |
| Chief Law Assistant | Degree in Law with 3 years standing practice as a Pleader at Bar OR 5 years Railway service for Law Graduate serving Railway employees. |
| Public Prosecutor | Bachelor Degree in Law from a recognized University with 5 years standing practice as an Advocate at Bar. |
| Senior Publicity Inspector | Degree from a recognized University AND Diploma in Public Relations / Advertising / Journalism / Mass Communication. |
| Junior Translator / Hindi | Master’s Degree in Hindi/English (with English/Hindi as a subject) AND Recognized Diploma/Certificate Course in translation OR 2 years experience of translation work. |
| Staff & Welfare Inspector | Graduation plus Diploma in Labour/Social Welfare OR Diploma in Labour Laws OR LLB with Labour Laws OR PG Diploma / MBA in Personnel Management / HR. |
| Scientific Assistant (Training) | Master’s Degree in Psychology with minimum 50% marks in aggregate. |
| Lab Assistant Gr. III (CMT) | 12th (+2 Stage) or its equivalent pass with Science (Physics and Chemistry) subjects. |
Selection Process of RRB CEN 09/2026
| Stage | Recruitment Stage | Important Details & Criteria |
| Stage 1 | Single Stage CBT | Objective type computer based test (90 minutes duration, 100 questions with 1/3rd negative marking). |
| Stage 2 | Translation Test | Applicable only for Junior Translator / Hindi (Qualifying test, minimum 60% marks required). |
| Stage 3 | Document Verification (DV) | Verification of original academic, category, and identity certificates based on merit. |
| Stage 4 | Medical Examination | Medical fitness test conducted by Railway Administration as per prescribed standards (B-1, C-1, C-2). |
CBT Exam Pattern (RRB CEN 09/2026)
| S.No. | Subject / Section Name | No. of Questions | Total Marks |
| 1 | Professional Ability | 50 | 50 |
| 2 | General Awareness | 15 | 15 |
| 3 | General Intelligence and Reasoning | 15 | 15 |
| 4 | Mathematics | 10 | 10 |
| 5 | General Science | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 Questions | 100 Marks | |
| • Exam Duration: 90 Minutes (120 Minutes for eligible PwBD candidates using scribe) • Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark will be deducted for each wrong answer. • Qualifying Marks: UR / EWS – 40%, OBC-NCL – 30%, SC – 30%, ST – 25%. | |||
How to Apply Online for RRB CEN 09/2026
- Visit the official RRB application portal at www.rrbapply.gov.in.
- Click on “Create an Account” if you are a new user or log in with existing account credentials.
- Select your chosen Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) and fill out the detailed application form.
- Capture live photograph via webcam/mobile camera with a plain white background.
- Upload scanned copy of your signature in black ink (30 KB – 49 KB) and SC/ST Certificate (PDF up to 400 KB) if opting for free travel pass.
- Pay the prescribed application fee through online payment gateways.
- Submit the application form and keep a printed copy for future reference.
Important Direct Links of RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026
| Apply Online (RRB Portal) | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification (CEN 09/2026 PDF) | Download PDF |
| Official RRB Unified Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions -RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026
Q 1. RRB CEN 09/2026 ऑनलाइन आवेदन की अंतिम तिथि क्या है?
Ans. ऑनलाइन आवेदन जमा करने की अंतिम तिथि 04 दिसंबर 2026 (23:59 बजे) है.
Q 2. इस भर्ती के तहत कुल कितने पद विज्ञापित किए गए हैं?
Ans. कुल 191 पद विज्ञापित किए गए हैं.
Q 3. क्या परीक्षा शुल्क वापस किया जाता है?
Ans. हाँ, CBT परीक्षा में शामिल होने वाले अभ्यर्थियों को बैंक शुल्क काटकर शुल्क वापस किया जाता है.
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