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RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026: Apply for 311 Vacancies (CEN 08/2025)

Manish
Posted: Jun 13, 2026 12:25 PM IST
Updated: Jul 06, 2026 11:56 AM IST
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The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially initiated recruitment for 311 vacancies across various Isolated Categories under CEN 08/2025, with further ministerial details forthcoming. The RRB Ministerial and Isolated Category recruitment drive offers a premier career opportunity for both graduate and undergraduate aspirants seeking to join the Indian Railways. The deadline to submit your online application for the RRB Isolated Categories recruitment 2026 is 29th January 2026 (11:59 pm). Prospective candidates are encouraged to complete their registration via the official portal or the direct link provided in this guide.

RRB Isolated Categories Notification 2026 Out

The official RRB Isolated Categories Notification PDF is now live, detailing 311 job openings for diverse specialized roles. Interested candidates, whether graduates or undergraduates, should carefully review the full notification to verify their eligibility and understand the specific requirements for these Ministerial and Isolated Categories positions.

RRB Isolated Category Recruitment 2026: Official Notification for 311 Vacancies Released

RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026- Overview

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) manages the Ministerial and Isolated Categories recruitment process to select qualified personnel for specialized technical and ministerial roles. Vacancies are open to applicants at both the graduate and undergraduate levels.

RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026- Highlights
Recruitment BoardRailway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Exam NameRRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories
PostsIsolated Categories- CEN 08/2025
Ministerial Categories- To be notified
VacanciesIsolated Categoried- 311
Ministerial Categories- To be notified
CategoryGovt. Jobs
Mode of ExamComputer Based Mode
Selection ProcessSingle Stage Computer Based Test (CBT), Stenography Skill Test (SST)/ Translation Test (TT)/ 
Performance Test (PT)/ Teaching Skill Test (TST) (as applicable), Document Verification and
 Medical Examination
Official websitehttps://www.rrbcdg.gov.in/

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RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories 2026: Important Dates

Alongside the notification, the Railway Recruitment Board has confirmed the essential timeline for the recruitment process. Applications for the RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories 2026 must be submitted by 29th January 2026. Review the critical dates outlined in the following table.

EventsDates
Short Notification17th December 2025
Online Application Link30th December 2025
Last Date to Apply Online29th January 2026 (11:59 pm) 
Date to Pay Application Fee (Online) after closing of registration--
Date for Errors Correction in Application Form (without fee)--
Date for Errors Correction in Application Form (with fee)--

RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories Vacancy 2026

The RRB has confirmed 311 vacancies for Isolated Categories under the current CEN 08/2025 notification, while updates regarding ministerial category openings are expected shortly. Below, you will find the specific vacancy distribution as documented in the official advertisement.

RRB Isolated Categories Vacancy 2026
PostsVacancies
Sr. Publicity Inspector15
Lab Assistant Gr. III39
Chief Law Assistant22
Junior Translator (Hindi)202
Staff and Welfare Inspector24
Public Prosecutor7
Scientific Assistant (Training)2
Total311

RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories Application Form 2026 

Eligible candidates should submit their applications exclusively through the official RRB website or designated regional portals. The online window for the RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories application form closes on 29th January 2026 (11:59 pm) sharp; post-deadline submissions will not be accepted under any circumstances.

Direct Link: Apply Online for RRB Isolated Categories 2026

RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories 2026 Application Fee

Applicants are required to pay an application fee to finalize their registration for the 2026 recruitment drive. The fee structure varies based on candidate categories, and payments can be securely processed via Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or offline through bank challan.

CategoriesApplication Fee
SC / ST / PWD / Women / Transgender / Minorities / Economic Backward Classes / Ex-servicemenRs. 250/-
Other CategoriesRs. 500/-

RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Before applying for the RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories 2026 recruitment, candidates must carefully evaluate their eligibility. Essential criteria, including minimum educational qualifications and prescribed age limits as defined in the official notification, are detailed below for your reference.

RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
PostsEducational Qualification Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026)
Post Graduate Teachers (PGT) of different subjects
  • Candidates must have completed Master Degree from a recognized University with atleast 50% marks in aggregate in relevant subjects
  • B.Ed. or equivalent degree from recognized University
  • Proficiency in teaching in Hindi and English mediums
  • Desirable: Knowledge of computer applications
18 to 48 years
Scientific Supervisor (Ergonomics and Training)
  • Second Class Masters Degree in Psychology or Physiology
  • Two years experience in Administration of Psychological Tests of Mental abilities and Personality (OR)
  • Two years research in Work Psychology (OR)
  • Two years experience in Developing Training Module or Conducting Training Programme
  • Desirable: Specialization in Industrial Psychology, Ergonomics / Counseling with knowledge of Statistics and Computers
18 to 38 years
Trained Graduate Teachers (TGT) of different subjects
  • M.A. Degree in Drawing and Painting / Fine Arts from a recognised University (OR)
  • B.A. (Hons) in Art and Art Education (OR)
  • 2nd Class Bachelors degree with Drawing and Painting / Fine Arts with minimum 2 years full time Diploma from a recognised Institution (OR)
  • 12th(+2Stage) with minimum 4 years full time Diploma in Painting / Fine Arts or Part-time Diploma of not less than 5 years duration.
  • Competency in teaching in English medium
  • Desirable: Atleast 2 years Teachers Training Course from a recognised Institution OR 2 years teaching experience in a recognised institution
18 to 48 years
Chief Law Assistant
  • A University Degree in Law with 3 years standing practice as a Pleader at Bar
  • Serving Railway employees who are Law Graduates are also eligible to apply for these posts
18 to 43 years
Public ProstecutorGraduate with Bachelor degree in Law from recognized University and with five year
standing as an advocate at Bar		18 to 35 years
Physical Training Instructor (English Medium)Graduate with Bachelors in Physical Education (B. P. Ed) or its equivalent.
Competency in imparting Physical Education in English medium		18 to 48 years
Scientific Assistant/Training
  • Second Class Masters Degree in Psychology
  • One year experience in Administration of Psychological tests.
  • Desirable: (1) Knowledge of Computers and Statistics
  • (2) Specialisation in Industrial / Organisational Psychology.
18 to 38 years
Junior Translator (Hindi)
  • Master's Degree of in Hindi or English with English or Hindi as a compulsory or elective subject or as a medium of examination at Degree level (OR)
  • Master's Degree of a recognised University or equivalent in any subject other than Hindi or English, with Hindi or English medium and English or Hindi as a compulsory or elective subject or as a medium of examination at Degree level (OR)
  • Master's Degree of a recognised University or equivalent in any subject other than Hindi or English, with Hindi and English as a compulsory or elective subjects of either of the two as medium of examination and other as a compulsory or elective subject at Degree level
  • Recognized Diploma or Certificate Course in translation from Hindi to English and vice - versa or 2-years experience of translation work from Hindi to English and vice-versa in Central or State Government offices, including Government of India Undertaking
18 to 36 years
Senior Publicity Inspector
  • Degree from recognized University and Diploma in Public Relations / Advertising / Journalism / Mass Communication from a recognized institution / University
  • Desirable: 2 years experience in related fields.
18 to 36 years
Staff & welfare Inspector
  • Graduation plus any one of the following qualifications
    (A) Diploma in Labour/ Social Welfare
    (B) Diploma in Labour Laws
    (C) LLB with papers in Labour Laws
    (D) PG Diploma in Personnel Management
    (E) MBA with papers in Personnel Management awarded by an Institution of the Govt. of India
     (F) MBA/HR awarded by an institution recognised by the Govt. of India
    (G) PG Diploma in Human Resource Management provided that its curriculum includes relevant papers in Personnel Management awarded by an institution recognized by the Govt of India.
18 to 36 years
Librarian
  • Bachelor of Library Science (4 years course) (OR)
  • Graduation with professional qualification of Diploma in Librarianship.
18 to 33 years
Music Teacher (Female)B.A. Degree with Music, as one of the subject from a recognized University. 18 to 48 years
Primary Railway Teacher of different subjects
  • 12th(+2Stage) (or its equivalent) with atleast 50% marks and 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (by whatever name known) (OR)
  • 12th(+2Stage) (or its equivalent) with atleast 45% marks and 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (by whatever name known) in accordance with NCTE (Recognition Norms and Procedure) Regulations 2002 (OR)
  • 12th(+2Stage) (or its equivalent) with atleast 50% marks and 4 year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed) (OR)
  • 12th(+2Stage) (or its equivalent) with atleast 50% marks and 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education) (OR)
  • Graduation and 2-year Diploma in Elementary education (by whatever name known) (OR)
  • Graduation with atleast 50% marks and Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.). OR Post -Graduation with a minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade and three year integrated B.Ed-M.Ed.
18 to 48 years
Assistant Teacher (Female) (Junior School)
  • 12th(+2Stage)or its equivalent examination with atleast 50% marks and 2 years Diploma in Elementary Education (by whatever name known) (OR)
  • 12th(+2Stage)or its equivalent examination with atleast 45% marks and 2 years Diploma in Elementary Education (by whatever name known) in accordance with the NCTE (Recognition Norms and Procedure) Regulations 2002 (OR)
  • 12th(+2Stage)or its equivalent examination with atleast 50% marks and 4 years Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed.) (OR)
  • 12th(+2Stage)or its equivalent examination with atleast 50% marks and 2 years Diploma in Education (Special Education) (OR)
  • Graduation and two year Diploma in Elementary Education (by whatever name known)
18 to 48 years
Laboratory Assistant /School12th(+2Stage) or its equivalent examination with Science and 1-year experience in Pathological & Bio-Chemical Laboratory.18 to 48 years
Lab Assistant Grade 3 (Chemist and Metallurgist)12th(+2 stage) or its equivalent examination with Science (Physics and Chemistry) as subjects or its equivalent.18 to 33 years 

RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026 Selection Process 

The selection process for RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories includes a Computer-Based Test (CBT), followed by specialized assessments such as Stenography Skill Test (SST), Translation Test (TT), Performance Test (PT), or Teaching Skill Test (TST), concluding with Document Verification and a Medical Examination.

  • Stage 1: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
  • Stage 2: Stenography Skill Test (SST)/ Translation Test (TT)/ Performance Test (PT)/ Teaching Skill Test (TST) (as applicable)
  • Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical Examination

RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories Exam Pattern 2026

  • The RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories question papers shall be of an objective multiple-choice type.
  • For each correct answer, 1 mark will be awarded.
  • There are negative markings; 1/3rd of the marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
  • The time duration of the exam will be 90 minutes.
RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories Exam Pattern 2026
SubjectsTotal No. of QuestionsTotal MarksTime Duration
Professional Ability505090 minutes
General Awareness1515
General Intelligence and Reasoning1515
Mathematics 1010
General Science1010
Total 100100

Access the Official RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories Syllabus & Exam Pattern

Download RRB Teacher Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026

RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories Salary Structure

The official notification released by the Railway Recruitment Board also provides a comprehensive breakdown of the salary structure and applicable pay levels for each specific post.

PostsPay LevelSalary
Post Graduate Teachers (PGT) of different subjects8Rs. 47600
Scientific Supervisor (Ergonomics and Training)7Rs. 44900
Trained Graduate Teachers (TGT) of different subjects7Rs. 44900
Chief Law Assistant7Rs. 44900
Public Prostecutor7Rs. 44900
Physical Training Instructor (English Medium)7Rs. 44900
Scientific Assistant/Training6Rs. 35400
Junior Translator (Hindi)6Rs. 35400
Senior Publicity Inspector6Rs. 35400
Staff & welfare Inspector6Rs. 35400
Librarian6Rs. 35400
Music Teacher (Female)6Rs. 35400
Primary Railway Teacher of different subjects6Rs. 35400
Assistant Teacher (Female) (Junior School)6Rs. 35400
Laboratory Assistant /School4Rs. 25500
Lab Assistant Grade 3 (Chemist and Metallurgist)2Rs. 19900

Preparation Resources: RRB Ministerial and Isolated Category Previous Year Papers

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