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🚆 RRB Recruitment 2025 – Isolated Categories (CEN 08/2025)

The Ministry of Railways has released the Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 08/2025 for recruitment in Isolated Categories across Indian Railways. This notification offers opportunities in law, translation, publicity, welfare, science, and laboratory fields.

📅 Important Dates

• Indicative Notice Published: 20 December 2025
• Application Start Date: 30 December 2025 (00:00 hrs)
• Application Closing Date: 29 January 2026 (23:59 hrs)
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 31 January 2026 (23:59 hrs)
• Modification Window: 1 February – 10 February 2026
• Scribe Registration: 11 February – 15 February 2026
• CBT Exam Dates: To be announced later on RRB websites

📌 Vacancy Details (Total: 312 Posts)

1. Chief Law Assistant

• Pay Level: 7 (₹44,900)
• Age Limit: 18–40 years
• Medical Standard: C1
• Vacancies: 22
• Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university.
• At least 3 years of standing practice as a pleader at Bar.

2. Public Prosecutor

• Pay Level: 7 (₹44,900)
• Age Limit: 18–32 years
• Medical Standard: C1
• Vacancies: 07

·       ·  Degree in Law (LLB).

·       ·  Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Public Prosecutor or practicing Advocate.

3. Junior Translator (Hindi)

• Pay Level: 6 (₹35,400)
• Age Limit: 18–33 years
• Medical Standard: C2
• Vacancies: 202

·       ·  Master’s Degree in Hindi or English with English/Hindi as a compulsory subject or elective subject or as the medium of examination at degree level.

·       ·  OR Master’s Degree in any subject with Hindi/English as a compulsory subject at degree level.

·       ·  Recognized Diploma/Certificate in translation from Hindi to English and vice versa OR 2 years’ experience in translation work.

4. Senior Publicity Inspector

• Pay Level: 6 (₹35,400)
• Age Limit: 18–33 years
• Medical Standard: C1
• Vacancies: 15
• Degree in Journalism/Mass Communication OR Diploma in Public Relations/Advertising/Journalism.

5. Staff & Welfare Inspector

• Pay Level: 6 (₹35,400)
• Age Limit: 18–33 years
• Medical Standard: C1
• Vacancies: 24
• Graduation + Diploma in Labour Welfare/Personnel Management/Industrial Relations OR Law Degree with Labour Laws as a subject.

6. Scientific Assistant (Training)

• Pay Level: 6 (₹35,400)
• Age Limit: 18–35 years
• Medical Standard: B1
• Vacancies: 02

·       ·  B.Sc. (Science) with Physics/Chemistry as one of the subjects.

·       ·  OR Diploma in relevant Engineering discipline.

7. Lab Assistant Grade III (Chemist & Metallurgist)

• Pay Level: 2 (₹19,900)
• Age Limit: 18–30 years
• Medical Standard: B1
• Vacancies: 39

·       ·  12th (Science) with Chemistry as one of the subjects.

·       ·  OR Diploma in Chemical/Metallurgical Engineering.

8. Scientific Supervisor (Ergonomics & Training)

• Pay Level: 7 (₹44,900)
• Age Limit: 18–35 years
• Medical Standard: B1
• Vacancies: 01

·       ·  Master’s Degree in Psychology/Applied Psychology/Ergonomics.

·       ·  OR Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with specialization in Industrial Engineering/Ergonomics.

🧾 Key Instructions

• Apply online only via official RRB websites.
• One application per candidate; multiple applications will lead to rejection.
• Candidates awaiting final results of required qualifications cannot apply.
• Aadhaar/Digilocker verification is recommended during account creation.
• Free sleeper class railway pass available for SC/ST candidates (with valid caste certificate).
• CBT will have negative marking (1/3rd per wrong answer).

📍 How to Apply

1. Visit your chosen RRB’s official website (see Para 16.0 of notification).
2. Create an account (mandatory for new applicants).
3. Fill in application details carefully – mobile number & email ID cannot be changed later.
4. Upload live photo & signature as per guidelines.
5. Pay the application fee online.
6. Submit and download confirmation.
7. PDF NOTIFICATION 

💰 Examination Fee – RRB CEN 08/2025

Candidates applying for posts under Isolated Categories must pay the examination fee as per their category.

Fee Structure

• General / OBC Candidates: ₹500
• SC / ST / PwBD / Women / Transgender / EBC / Minorities: ₹250

Refund Policy

• After appearing in the Computer Based Test (CBT), candidates eligible for concession will get a refund of ₹250 back to their bank account.
• For General/OBC candidates, ₹400 will be refunded after appearing in CBT (i.e., net fee ₹100).

Modes of Payment

• Online: Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI
• Offline: SBI Challan / Post Office Challan (where applicable)

📝 Selection Process – RRB CEN 08/2025

The recruitment will be conducted in multiple stages. Candidates must qualify each stage to move forward.

1. Computer Based Test (CBT)

• Single Stage CBT for all posts.
• Objective type questions with multiple choice answers.
• Negative marking: 1/3rd marks deducted for each wrong answer.
• CBT may be held in single or multi‑stage mode depending on RRB requirements.

2. Translation Test (TT) – Only for Junior Translator (Hindi)

• Candidates shortlisted up to 10 times the vacancies will be called for TT.
• Test will check translation skills between Hindi and English.
• All candidates scoring equal to the cut‑off will be called, even if the number exceeds 10 times vacancies.

3. Document Verification (DV)

• Shortlisting for DV will be based on merit in CBT (and TT where applicable).
• Candidates must produce original certificates for age, education, caste/category, medical fitness, etc.
• Any mismatch or false information will lead to cancellation of candidature.

4. Medical Examination

• Conducted as per post‑specific medical standards (C1, C2, B1).
• Candidates found medically unfit will not be offered alternate posts.

5. Final Allotment

• Based on merit, medical fitness, and candidate’s post/RRB preference.
• Appointment letters issued by respective Zonal Railways/Production Units.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is the last date to apply?

👉 The last date for online application submission is 29 January 2026 (23:59 hrs).

2. Can I apply to more than one RRB?

👉 No. You can apply to only one RRB. Multiple applications will lead to rejection and debarment.

3. What is the application fee?

👉General/OBC: ₹500 (₹400 refunded after CBT, net ₹100)

• SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Transgender/EBC/Minorities: ₹250 (full refund after CBT)

4. Will candidates awaiting final results be eligible?

👉 No. If your final results are declared after 29 January 2026, you are not eligible.

5. What is the age limit for different posts?

👉Chief Law Assistant: 18–40 years

• Public Prosecutor: 18–32 years
• Junior Translator (Hindi), Senior Publicity Inspector, Staff & Welfare Inspector: 18–33 years
• Scientific Assistant (Training), Scientific Supervisor: 18–35 years
• Lab Assistant Gr.III: 18–30 years

6. Is there negative marking in CBT?

👉 Yes. 1/3rd marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.

7. How will I get my admit card?

👉 Admit cards (E‑Call Letters) will be available for download from the official RRB websites only.

8. Can I change my exam centre?

👉 No. Requests for change of exam centre will not be entertained.

9. Will SC/ST candidates get travel benefits?

👉 Yes. Eligible SC/ST candidates can avail free sleeper class railway pass for travel to exam centres (with valid caste certificate).

10. How many vacancies are there in total?

👉 A total of 312 vacancies across all RRBs.

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