Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB), under the Ministry of Railways, have released the short notification for recruitment to Ministerial & Isolated Categories posts for the year 2027. A total of approximately 195 vacancies are expected to be filled across various posts such as Chief Law Assistant, Public Prosecutor, Junior Translator (Hindi), Senior Publicity Inspector, Staff and Welfare Inspector, Scientific Assistant and Lab Assistant.
Online applications will open from 05 November 2026 and the last date to apply is 04 December 2026 (up to 23:59 Hours). Selection will be through Computer Based Test (CBT), Skill Test (where applicable), Document Verification and Medical Examination. On this page, candidates can find post-wise details, eligibility, age limit, exam pattern and important links based on the short notification.
RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2027
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Organization Name |
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) |
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| Post Name |
Ministerial & Isolated Categories |
| Total Vacancies |
195 (Approx.) |
| Age Limit |
18 – 40 Years (as on 01.01.2027, post-wise) |
| Pay Level |
Level-2 to Level-7 |
| Educational Qualification |
10+2 / Diploma / Graduate / PG as per post |
| Application Fee |
₹500 (General) / ₹250 (Reserved) |
| Selection Process |
CBT / Skill Test / DV / Medical |
| Job Location |
All India |
| Last Date |
04 December 2026 |
✅ RRB Isolated Categories 2027 Post-wise Details:
Post Name |
Pay Level |
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2027) |
|---|---|---|
Chief Law Assistant |
Level-7 |
18–40 Years |
Public Prosecutor |
Level-7 |
18–32 Years |
Junior Translator (Hindi) |
Level-6 |
18–33 Years |
Senior Publicity Inspector |
Level-6 |
18–33 Years |
Staff and Welfare Inspector |
Level-6 |
18–33 Years |
Scientific Assistant (Training) |
Level-6 |
18–35 Years |
Lab Assistant Gr.III (Chemist & Metallurgist) |
Level-2 |
18–30 Years |
Scientific Supervisor / Ergonomics and Training |
Level-7 |
18–40 Years |
Total vacancies are approximately 195. Exact post-wise vacancy numbers will be available in the detailed notification. Age relaxation: 03 years for OBC-NCL, 05 years for SC/ST, 10 years for PwBD and others as per Government rules.
✅ RRB Isolated Categories 2027 Eligibility Criteria:
- Chief Law Assistant: Law Degree + 3 years practice as Pleader at Bar.
- Public Prosecutor: LLB + 5 years practice as Advocate.
- Junior Translator (Hindi): Master’s in Hindi/English + Diploma/Certificate in Translation.
- Senior Publicity Inspector: Graduation + Diploma in Public Relations/Advertising/Journalism/Mass Communication.
- Staff and Welfare Inspector: Graduation + relevant Diploma/PG Diploma/MBA in Labour Laws/Social Welfare/HR.
- Scientific Assistant (Training): Master’s in Psychology + 1 year experience.
- Lab Assistant Gr.III: 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry.
- Scientific Supervisor (Ergonomics and Training): Refer detailed notification for specific qualification.
Candidates must carefully check the detailed notification for complete eligibility criteria, including any additional experience or specialization requirements for each post. Age is calculated as on 01.01.2027.
✅ RRB Isolated Categories 2027 Selection Process:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Skill Test (where applicable)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Final selection will be based on performance in the CBT (and Skill Test where applicable), followed by Document Verification and Medical fitness as per Railway standards.
✅ RRB Isolated Categories 2027 Exam Pattern (Except Jr. Translator):
Section |
No. of Questions |
Marks |
Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
Professional Ability |
50 |
50 |
90 Minutes |
General Awareness |
15 |
15 |
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General Intelligence & Reasoning |
15 |
15 |
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Mathematics |
10 |
10 |
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General Science |
10 |
10 |
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Total |
100 |
100 |
Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer. Exam pattern for Junior Translator may differ; candidates should refer to the detailed notification.
✅ RRB Isolated Categories 2027 Application Fee:
- General / Others: ₹500/-
- PwBD / Female / Transgender / Ex-Servicemen / SC / ST / Minorities / EBC: ₹250/-
- Payment Mode: Online
Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances. Candidates should pay the fee as per their category while submitting the online application.
✅ Important Dates:
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Event |
Date |
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Short Notification Out Date |
24 October 2026 |
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Opening date for Online Application |
05 November 2026 |
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Closing date for Online Application |
04 December 2026 (up to 23:59 Hours) |
✅ Important Links:
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RRB Isolated Categories 2027 Short Notification PDF |
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RRB Apply Online Link [from 05-11-2026] |
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Latest Railway Jobs List |
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Join IndGovtJobs.in Govt Jobs Alert Channels |
✅ How to Apply for RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2027:
Candidates can apply ONLINE ONLY through the official RRB Apply Online portal. No other mode of application will be accepted.
➢ Step 1: Visit the RRB Apply Online Link at https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/ once the application window opens on 05 November 2026.
➢ Step 2: Register yourself by providing basic details and create a login ID and password.
➢ Step 3: Log in and fill the online application form carefully with personal, educational, and other required details. Select the preferred RRB and post carefully.
➢ Step 4: Upload the required documents including photograph, signature and certificates as per specifications.
➢ Step 5: Pay the applicable application fee online and submit the application before 04 December 2026 (23:59 Hours). Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Candidates are advised to apply well before the last date to avoid last-minute technical issues. Read the detailed notification carefully before applying. Multiple applications may lead to rejection. Keep checking the official RRB website for the detailed notification and updates.
✅ FAQs:
How many vacancies are there in RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2027?
Approximately 195 vacancies are expected for Ministerial & Isolated Categories posts including Chief Law Assistant, Public Prosecutor, Junior Translator (Hindi), Senior Publicity Inspector, Staff and Welfare Inspector and others.
What is the last date to apply for RRB Isolated Categories 2027?
The closing date for Online Application is 04 December 2026 up to 23:59 Hours. Opening date for Online Application is 05 November 2026. Short Notification was released on 24 October 2026.
What is the age limit for RRB Isolated Categories posts?
Age limit varies by post from 18-30 years to 18-40 years as on 01.01.2027. Age relaxation of 3 years for OBC-NCL, 5 years for SC/ST, 10 years for PwBD and others as per Government rules is applicable.
What is the selection process for RRB Isolated Categories?
Selection process includes Computer Based Test (CBT), Skill Test (where applicable), Document Verification and Medical Examination. Final merit will be based on CBT performance subject to other stages.
What is the application fee for RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment?
Application fee is ₹500/- for General/Others and ₹250/- for PwBD/Female/Transgender/Ex-Servicemen/SC/ST/Minorities/EBC. Fee is payable online and is non-refundable.
What is the exam pattern for RRB Isolated Categories?
For most posts (except Jr. Translator), the CBT consists of 100 questions for 100 marks in 90 minutes covering Professional Ability (50), General Awareness (15), General Intelligence & Reasoning (15), Mathematics (10) and General Science (10). Negative marking of 1/3rd mark for each wrong answer.
How to apply for RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2027?
Apply online only through https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/ from 05 November 2026 to 04 December 2026. Register, fill the form, upload documents, pay the fee and submit the application before the last date. Check the detailed notification for complete instructions.