RRB Ministerial
Railway Recruitment Board
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RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories is conducted by the Railway Recruitment Boards under CEN 08/2025 for Junior Translator (Hindi), Lab Assistant Gr III (Chemist & Metallurgist), Staff and Welfare Inspector and other posts in Indian Railways, with 312 vacancies notified. Selection is through Single-stage Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by Skill test or professional test, where prescribed for the post, followed by Document Verification (DV), followed by Medical Examination (ME).
RRB Ministerial 2026 — Key Facts at a Glance
| Exam name | RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories (Railway Recruitment Board) |
|---|---|
| Notification | CEN 08/2025 |
| Conducting body | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways |
| Total vacancies | 312 |
| Pay | ₹19,900 to ₹44,900 per month depending on the post (Levels 2 to 7) |
| Age limit | Varies by post between 18 and 40 years as on 01.01.2026 — see the post table |
| Qualification | Highly post-specific. Chief Law Assistant and Public Prosecutor require a law degree with practice experience; Junior Translator requires a master's degree with Hindi and English combinations; scientific posts require relevant science or engineering degrees. |
| Selection stages | Single-stage Computer Based Test (CBT) → Skill test or professional test, where prescribed for the post → Document Verification (DV) → Medical Examination (ME) |
| Negative marking | 1/3 mark deducted per wrong answer |
| Qualifying marks | UR and EWS 40%, OBC-NCL 30%, SC 30%, ST 25% |
| Official website | rrbapply.gov.in |
RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories is conducted by the Railway Recruitment Boards under CEN 08/2025 for 312 vacancies in Indian Railways.
Posts and vacancies
| Post | Pay Level | Initial pay | Medical / Level | Age | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Translator (Hindi) | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | C2 | 18–33 years | 202 |
| Lab Assistant Gr III (Chemist & Metallurgist) | Level 2 | ₹19,900 | B1 | 18–30 years | 39 |
| Staff and Welfare Inspector | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | C1 | 18–33 years | 24 |
| Chief Law Assistant | Level 7 | ₹44,900 | C1 | 18–40 years | 22 |
| Senior Publicity Inspector | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | C1 | 18–33 years | 15 |
| Public Prosecutor | Level 7 | ₹44,900 | C1 | 18–32 years | 07 |
| Scientific Assistant (Training) | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | B1 | 18–35 years | 02 |
| Scientific Supervisor / Ergonomics and Training | Level 7 | ₹44,900 | B1 | 18–35 years | 01 |
RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories selection process
- Single-stage Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Skill test or professional test, where prescribed for the post
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination (ME)
These are small-intake, high-specialisation recruitments — 312 posts across eight very different categories. The CBT is single-stage and half the paper is Professional Ability in your own subject, which is what makes this exam quite different from the general railway papers.
Junior Translator (Hindi) follows a different question structure from the other posts, reflecting the translation skills being tested.
Qualifying marks
Candidates must score at least UR and EWS 40%, OBC-NCL 30%, SC 30%, ST 25% in the CBT to be considered for the next stage. PwBD candidates may receive a 2-mark relaxation where there is a shortage of PwBD candidates against reserved vacancies.
Medical standard
Standards range from B1 to C2 by post, as shown in the post table.
💬 Frequently Asked Questions
What is the RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories vacancy under CEN 08/2025?
The RRBs notified 312 vacancies. The Railways reserves the right to revise this number in part or in full.
What is the age limit for RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories?
The age limit is Varies by post between 18 and 40 years as on 01.01.2026 — see the post table. Relaxation is 3 years for OBC-NCL, 5 years for SC/ST and 10 to 15 years for PwBD candidates.
What qualification is needed for RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories?
Highly post-specific. Chief Law Assistant and Public Prosecutor require a law degree with practice experience; Junior Translator requires a master's degree with Hindi and English combinations; scientific posts require relevant science or engineering degrees. Candidates awaiting final results are not eligible to apply.
What is the RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories application fee?
The fee is ₹500 for general candidates, of which ₹400 is refunded on appearing in the CBT. SC, ST, Ex-servicemen, PwBD, female, transgender, minority and EBC candidates pay ₹250, fully refunded on appearing.
What is the RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories selection process?
Selection is through Single-stage Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by Skill test or professional test, where prescribed for the post, followed by Document Verification (DV), followed by Medical Examination (ME).
Is there negative marking in RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories?
Yes. One third of a mark is deducted for every wrong answer. Unattempted questions carry no penalty.
What are the qualifying marks for RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories?
UR and EWS 40%, OBC-NCL 30%, SC 30%, ST 25%. PwBD candidates may receive a 2-mark relaxation where there is a shortage of PwBD candidates against reserved vacancies.
What is the RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories salary?
₹19,900 to ₹44,900 per month depending on the post (Levels 2 to 7), plus Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Transport Allowance and railway benefits such as the pass facility.
Can I apply to more than one RRB for RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories?
No. Only one application per candidate is accepted. Submitting multiple applications causes all of them to be rejected and can lead to debarment from future RRB recruitments.
Why is my RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories score different from my raw marks?
Where the CBT runs across multiple shifts with different papers, the RRBs normalise marks. Shortlisting uses normalised marks, not raw scores.