RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026: The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially issued an indicative notification (Advt No: 09/2026) for the recruitment of various posts under Isolated Categories. Eligible and interested candidates from across India can apply online through the official RRB application portal
In this article, you will find all the essential details regarding important dates, vacancy breakdown, application fees, eligibility criteria, and the step-by-step application process.
RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026 Overview
- Organization Name: Indian Railways, Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
- Job Type: Central Government Job
- Advertisement Number: CEN No. 09/2026
- Job Name: Various Posts of Isolated Categories
- Total Vacancies: 195 Posts (Approx.)
- Job Location: All India
- Applying Mode: Online
- Official Website: indianrailways.gov.in
Important Dates for RRB Isolated Categories 2026
- Notification Release Date: 21 October 2026
- Online Application Starting Date: 05 November 2026 (Tentative)
- Online Application Closing Date: 04 December 2026 (Up to 23:59 Hours)
- Exam Date: Update Soon
Vacancy Details & Pay Scale
- Name of the Post: Various Posts of Isolated Categories (Including PGT, TGT, Scientific Supervisor, Chief Law Assistant, Librarian, Music Teacher, Lab Assistant, and more)
- Pay Level (7th CPC): Level 2 & Level 7
- Total Estimated Vacancies: 195 Posts (All RRBs combined)
Application Fee Details
Candidates can pay the application fee through online mode. The category-wise fee structure is as follows:
- General / OBC / EWS Candidates: Rs. 500/-
- SC / ST / Female Candidates: Rs. 250/-
Important Note on Fee Refund: Candidates who actually appear in the Computer-Based Test (CBT-1) will be eligible for a partial examination fee refund:
- General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 400/- refunded
- SC / ST / Female / Ex-Servicemen: Rs. 250/- refunded
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized University/Institution in India. (Specific posts may require specialized degrees as per official guidelines).
- Age Limit: As per the detailed CEN No. 09/2026 (Age calculated as on 01.01.2027). Age relaxation for SC, ST, and OBC candidates will be applicable as per Government rules.
Selection Process
The selection of candidates for RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026 will be based on the following stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Skill Test / Typing Test (Depending on specific post requirements)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
How to Apply Online for RRB Isolated Categories 2026
Candidates can follow these simple steps to submit their online application:
- Visit the official Indian Railways website at indianrailways.gov.in or go directly to the application portal.
- Navigate to the Recruitment section on the homepage.
- Click on the link for Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 09/2026 for Isolated Categories.
- Read the detailed notification carefully to verify your eligibility
- Click on Apply Online.
- Register yourself and fill in all required personal and educational details accurately (Ensure your Aadhaar details match your 10th-class certificate)
- Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photograph, signature, and necessary documents.
- Pay the required application fee online.
- Submit the final application form and take a printout for future reference.
Important Web-Links
- Official Railway Website: Click Here
- Online Apply Link: Click Here
- Official Indicative Notice PDF: Download Here