Railway Recruitment 2026: Applications invited for 312 posts
Railway Recruitment 2026: The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released notification CEN 08/2025 for the recruitment of 312 vacancies in Ministerial and Isolated Categories. Applications are currently open, and this is a specialized recruitment targeting graduates and postgraduates across various disciplines.
Recruitment Overview 2026:
The recruitment covers a range of professional and technical roles. Most positions require a degree or a specialized diploma.
Post Name, Total Vacancies and Initial Pay (Level):
Junior Translator (Hindi) – 202 – ₹35,400 (Level 6)
Chief Law Assistant – 22 – ₹44,900 (Level 7)
Staff and Welfare Inspector – 24 – ₹35,400 (Level 6)
Senior Publicity Inspector – 15 – ₹35,400 (Level 6)
Lab Assistant Gr. III – 39 – ₹19,900 (Level 2)
Public Prosecutor – 07 – ₹44,900 (Level 7)
Other Categories – 03 – Varies.
Eligibility Criteria:
Eligibility varies significantly depending on the specific post applied for:
Educational Qualification: Law-related posts: Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) with relevant practice experience.
Translator posts: Master’s degree in Hindi/English with a translation diploma.
Inspector posts: Graduation plus a Diploma in Labor Laws, Social Welfare, or Journalism (depending on the post).
Lab Assistant: 12th pass with Science (Physics & Chemistry).
Age Limit (as of 01.01.2026): Minimum: 18 years.
Maximum: Ranges from 30 to 40 years depending on the post.
Relaxation: SC/ST (5 years), OBC-NCL (3 years).
Important Dates:
The window to apply is closing soon. Ensure you complete the fee payment before the deadline to avoid disqualification.
Application Start Date: 30th December 2025
Last Date to Apply Online: 29th January 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment: 31st January 2026
Correction Window: 1st February to 10th February 2026.
How to Apply:
Official Portal: Visit the centralized application portal at rrbapply.gov.in.
Registration: Click on “New Registration” and verify your identity using Aadhaar or DigiLocker.
Application Form: Fill in your personal and educational details carefully.
Uploads: You must capture a live photograph during the process and upload a signature in running handwriting.
Fee Payment: General/OBC/EWS: ₹500 (₹400 refundable after appearing in CBT).
SC/ST/Female/Transgender/Ex-SM: ₹250 (Fully refundable after appearing in CBT).
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