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The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially announced the Ministerial & Isolated (MI) Categories Recruitment 2025 (CEN 03/2024). This recruitment drive is a prime opportunity for candidates with qualifications ranging from 12th pass to Post-Graduation to join Indian Railways in specialized roles.

Indian Railways is inviting online applications for 312 posts under the Ministerial & Isolated categories. These roles include Stenographers, Teachers, Translators, and other specialized administrative staff across various RRB zones.

Important Dates & Schedule

Detailed Notification Release: 27 December 2025
Online Application Starts: 28 December 2025
Last Date to Apply Online: 29 January 2026
CBT Exam Date: Tentatively scheduled for mid-2026.

Vacancy & Salary Breakdown

The vacancies are spread across multiple specialized categories with highly competitive pay scales:

Category / Post	Vacancies	Pay Level (7th CPC)
Junior Stenographer (Hindi/English)	145	Level 4 (₹25,500 - ₹81,100)
Junior Translator (Hindi)	48	Level 6 (₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400)
Staff & Welfare Inspector	35	Level 6 (₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400)
Chief Law Assistant	12	Level 7 (₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400)
Teaching Posts (PGT/TGT/PRT)	72	Level 6/7 (Up to ₹70,000 P.M.)

Eligibility Criteria (Post-Wise)

Junior Stenographer: 12th Pass + Shorthand speed (80 w.p.m. for 10 minutes).
Junior Translator: Post-Graduate Degree in Hindi/English with English/Hindi as a main subject.
Staff & Welfare Inspector: Graduation + Diploma in Labour Welfare/Social Work/HR.
Chief Law Assistant: Degree in Law (LLB) + 3 years experience as a practicing Lawyer.
Age Limit (as of 01.01.2026): * General: 18 – 45 years (varies by post).
- Relaxations: OBC (3 years), SC/ST (5 years), PwBD (10 years).

Selection Process

The selection involves a rigorous evaluation of both general knowledge and professional skills:

Computer Based Test (CBT): 100 Objective type questions covering Professional Knowledge, GK, Math, and Reasoning.
Skill Test / Translation Test: For posts like Stenographers and Translators (Qualifying in nature).
Document Verification: Checking of original certificates and testimonials.
Medical Examination: Ensuring fitness for railway service standards.

Application Fee

General / OBC / EWS: ₹500/- (₹400 refundable after appearing in CBT).
SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Ex-SM: ₹250/- (Full amount refundable after appearing in CBT).

How to Apply Online

Visit the official regional RRB website.

RRB Region	Official Website
Ahmedabad	www.rrbahmedabad.gov.in
Ajmer	www.rrbajmer.gov.in
Allahabad (Prayagraj)	www.rrbald.gov.in
Bangalore	www.rrbbnc.gov.in
Bhopal	www.rrbbhopal.gov.in
Bhubaneswar	www.rrbbbs.gov.in
Chandigarh	www.rrbcdg.gov.in
Chennai	www.rrbchennai.gov.in
Kolkata	www.rrbkolkata.gov.in
Mumbai	www.rrbmumbai.gov.in
Patna	www.rrbpatna.gov.in
Secunderabad	www.rrbsecunderabad.gov.in

Search for the link "CEN 03/2024 - MI Categories Application".
Complete the primary registration and verify your Mobile No. and Email ID.
Fill in the application form, upload your photograph and signature.
Pay the fee online and print your final application form.

RRB Ministerial & Isolated Categories Recruitment 2025: 312 Vacancies Out!