The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the Exam City Details for RRB Isolated Categories Various Posts CEN 08/2025 for 312 vacancies. The Computer Based Test (CBT) is scheduled for 14-15 July 2026. Candidates who had applied online between 30 December 2025 and 29 January 2026 can now check their exam city through the official RRB portal. The Admit Card will be released separately – keep checking the official RRB portal at rrbapply.gov.in for updates. Candidates are advised to check their exam city immediately and start preparing for the exam on 14-15 July 2026.
Latest Update (04 July 2026): RRB Isolated Categories Exam City 2026 has been officially released. CBT Exam is scheduled for 14-15 July 2026. Check your exam city now through the official RRB portal. The Admit Card will be available separately before the exam – keep checking rrbapply.gov.in for the Admit Card download link.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Advertisement No. | CEN 08/2025 |
| Post Name | Isolated Categories Various Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 312 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online (Closed – 29 January 2026) |
| CBT Exam Date | 14-15 July 2026 |
| Exam City Released | 04 July 2026 |
| Admit Card | To be Released (check rrbapply.gov.in) |
| Job Location | All India |
| Official Website | indianrailways.gov.in / rrbapply.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 30 December 2025 |
| Application Last Date | 29 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 31 January 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 01-10 February 2026 |
| Exam City Released | 04 July 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | As Per Schedule (check rrbapply.gov.in) |
| CBT Exam Date | 14-15 July 2026 |
| Result Date | As Per Schedule |
Application Fee (Reference)
| Category | Fee | Refund on Appearing in Stage I |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 500/- | Rs. 400/- refunded |
| SC / ST / PH (Divyang) | Rs. 250/- | Rs. 250/- fully refunded |
Payment Mode: Online Payment only.
Fee is partially or fully refunded to candidates who appear in Stage I CBT exam, as per the above table.
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 30 to 40 Years (Post Wise) |
Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India / Railway Board norms. For complete category-wise age relaxation, refer to the official notification.
Vacancy Details – Total 312 Posts
| Post Name | Total Posts | Age Limit | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Translator (Hindi) | 202 | 18-33 Years | Master’s Degree in Hindi or English with English or Hindi as a subject at Degree level OR Master’s Degree in any subject with Hindi or English medium and English or Hindi as a subject at Degree level. Diploma / Certificate Course in Translation from Hindi to English. For complete eligibility, refer to the official notification. |
| Lab Assistant Grade 3 (Chemist and Metallurgist) | 39 | 18-30 Years | 10+2 (Intermediate) with Science (Physics and Chemistry) as a subject. For complete eligibility, refer to the official notification. |
| Staff and Welfare Inspector | 24 | 18-33 Years | Bachelor’s Degree in any stream. Diploma in Labour / Social Welfare OR Diploma in Labour Laws OR LLB with papers in Labour Laws OR PG Diploma in Personnel Management OR MBA with papers in Personnel Management. For complete eligibility, refer to the official notification. |
| Chief Law Assistant | 22 | 18-40 Years | Bachelor’s Degree in Law + 3 years experience. For complete eligibility, refer to the official notification. |
| Senior Publicity Inspector | 15 | 18-33 Years | Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in Public Relations / Advertising / Journalism / Mass Communication. For complete eligibility, refer to the official notification. |
| Scientific Supervisor (Ergonomics and Training) | 01 | 18-35 Years | Master’s Degree in Psychology / Physiology with Second Class + 2 years experience. For complete eligibility, refer to the official notification. |
| Scientific Assistant (Training) | 02 | 18-35 Years | Master’s Degree in Psychology with Second Class + 1 year experience. For complete eligibility, refer to the official notification. |
| Public Prosecution | 07 | 18-32 Years | Bachelor’s Degree in Law from any recognized University in India + 5 years practice. For complete eligibility, refer to the official notification. |
| Total | 312 |
How to Check RRB Isolated Categories Exam City 2026?
- Visit the official RRB Exam City portal at the link below or go to rrbapply.gov.in.
- Click on “CEN 08/2025 Isolated Categories Exam City / Application Status” link.
- Enter your Registration Number / Application Number and Date of Birth / Password.
- Click Submit to view your Exam City details.
- Note down your Exam City, Exam Date, and Reporting Time.
- Download and print the Exam City slip for your reference.
- Keep checking rrbapply.gov.in for the Admit Card – it will be released separately before the exam date.
Important Note: Exam City details do NOT replace the Admit Card. Candidates must download the official Admit Card from rrbapply.gov.in before reporting to the exam centre on the exam day. Do not go to the exam centre with just the Exam City slip – the Admit Card is mandatory.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Computer Based Test (CBT) – 14-15 July 2026 |
| Stage 2 | Skill Test / Document Verification (for shortlisted candidates, post-wise) |
| Stage 3 | Medical Examination |
| Stage 4 | Final Merit List and Appointment |
For complete stage-wise selection process, exam pattern, syllabus, and qualifying criteria for each post, refer to the official CEN 08/2025 notification.
Exam Preparation Tips for RRB Isolated Categories CBT 2026
With just a few days left for the CBT on 14-15 July 2026, here’s what candidates should focus on:
- Junior Translator (Hindi): Focus on Translation skills (Hindi to English and English to Hindi), Grammar (both Hindi and English), and General Awareness about Railways.
- Lab Assistant Grade 3: Focus on Class 12th level Physics and Chemistry concepts.
- Staff and Welfare Inspector: Focus on Labour Laws, Social Welfare concepts, and General Awareness.
- Chief Law Assistant: Focus on Law (IPC, CrPC, Evidence Act, Contract Act) and Railway legal procedures.
- Senior Publicity Inspector: Focus on Mass Communication, PR concepts, Current Affairs, and Media Laws.
- Scientific Assistant / Supervisor: Focus on Psychology / Physiology subject matter and General Awareness.
- Public Prosecution: Focus on Law (Criminal Procedure, Evidence, IPC) and Legal Awareness.
For all posts: General Awareness about Railways, Current Affairs, and Reasoning Ability are common components of the CBT. Revise these thoroughly in the remaining days.
Required Documents for Exam Day
- Official Admit Card (must be downloaded from rrbapply.gov.in – Exam City slip alone is NOT sufficient)
- Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / Driving Licence / Passport / PAN Card)
- Passport Size Photographs (as specified on the Admit Card)
- Any other document as mentioned on the official Admit Card
Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Check Exam City | Click Here |
| Download Exam Schedule | Click Here |
| Check Application Status | Click Here |
| Download Admit Card (Active Before Exam) | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Indian Railways Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the CBT exam date for RRB Isolated Categories CEN 08/2025?
✅ The Computer Based Test (CBT) for RRB Isolated Categories CEN 08/2025 is scheduled for 14-15 July 2026. Candidates who appeared in the exam on these dates must have already checked their Exam City and downloaded their Admit Card from rrbapply.gov.in.
Q2. When was the RRB Isolated Categories Exam City 2026 released?
✅ The Exam City details for RRB Isolated Categories CEN 08/2025 (312 posts) were officially released on 04 July 2026 through the official RRB exam portal.
Q3. Which post has the highest number of vacancies in RRB Isolated Categories CEN 08/2025?
✅ The Junior Translator (Hindi) post has the highest number of vacancies with 202 posts out of the total 312 vacancies in CEN 08/2025.
Q4. Is Exam City slip enough to enter the exam hall for RRB Isolated Categories 2026?
✅ No. The Exam City slip is only for information about the exam venue. Candidates MUST download the official Admit Card from rrbapply.gov.in before the exam date. The Admit Card is mandatory to enter the examination hall. Exam City slip alone will NOT be accepted.
Q5. What is the application fee for RRB Isolated Categories CEN 08/2025?
✅ For General / OBC / EWS candidates: Rs. 500/- (Rs. 400/- refunded on appearing in CBT). For SC / ST / PH candidates: Rs. 250/- (fully refunded on appearing in CBT). Payment was via online mode only. (Application window has now closed.)
Q6. What is the educational qualification for Junior Translator (Hindi) post in RRB CEN 08/2025?
✅ Candidates must hold a Master’s Degree in Hindi or English with the other language (English or Hindi) as a subject at Degree level, OR a Master’s Degree in any subject with Hindi or English medium having the other language as a subject at Degree level. Additionally, a Diploma / Certificate Course in Translation from Hindi to English is required.
Q7. What is the age limit for RRB Isolated Categories CEN 08/2025?
✅ The age limit varies post-wise (as on 01 January 2026): Junior Translator, Staff and Welfare Inspector, Senior Publicity Inspector – 18 to 33 years; Chief Law Assistant – 18 to 40 years; Scientific Assistant and Supervisor – 18 to 35 years; Public Prosecution – 18 to 32 years; Lab Assistant Grade 3 – 18 to 30 years. Age relaxation applicable as per Railway Board norms.
Q8. How many total vacancies are there in RRB Isolated Categories CEN 08/2025?
✅ A total of 312 posts are available across 8 different posts: Junior Translator Hindi (202), Lab Assistant Grade 3 (39), Staff and Welfare Inspector (24), Chief Law Assistant (22), Senior Publicity Inspector (15), Public Prosecution (07), Scientific Assistant Training (02), and Scientific Supervisor (01).
Q9. What documents do I need to carry to the RRB Isolated Categories CBT exam centre?
✅ Candidates must carry the official Admit Card (downloaded from rrbapply.gov.in) along with a valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Driving Licence, Passport, or PAN Card). Photographs and other documents as mentioned on the Admit Card must also be carried. Exam City slip alone is NOT accepted as entry to the exam hall.
Q10. What is the selection process for RRB Isolated Categories CEN 08/2025?
✅ Selection involves a Computer Based Test (CBT) scheduled for 14-15 July 2026, followed by a Skill Test / Document Verification for shortlisted candidates (post-wise), and a Medical Examination before final appointment. For complete post-wise selection process details, refer to the official CEN 08/2025 notification.
Disclaimer: All information provided is for reference purposes only. Candidates are advised to verify exam city, admit card, and all related details from the official RRB portal at rrbapply.gov.in and the official Indian Railways website at indianrailways.gov.in before the exam.
