Railway Recruitment 2026: 195 Vacancies, Apply Online
Railway Recruitment 2026: 195 Vacancies, Apply Online
Applications Invited for Various Isolated Category Posts, 195 Vacancies Expected
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, have issued Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 09/2026 for recruitment to various posts under Isolated Categories.
Eligible candidates are invited to submit online applications for the advertised positions. The recruitment notification provides an opportunity for candidates seeking government jobs in Indian Railways across different pay levels.
According to the indicative notification, approximately 195 vacancies are expected to be filled through this recruitment drive across various Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs).
Overview :
The recruitment will be conducted by the Railway Recruitment Boards under the Ministry of Railways.
Recruiting Authority: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
Department: Ministry of Railways, Government of India
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Notification Number: CEN No. 09/2026
Recruitment Category: Isolated Categories
Total Vacancies: Approximately 195
Pay Level: Level 2 to Level 7
Application Mode: Online
Medical Standards: As prescribed in the detailed notification
Age Calculation Date: January 1, 2027
Official Website: https://www.rrbapply.gov.in
Post Name and Vacancy Details
The notification invites applications for various posts belonging to the Isolated Categories.
As per the indicative notification, approximately 195 vacancies are expected to be available across all Railway Recruitment Boards.
The detailed notification will provide the post-wise distribution of vacancies, eligibility conditions, educational qualifications and other recruitment-related requirements.
Pay Scale and Salary
Candidates selected for various Isolated Category posts will be placed in different pay levels under the 7th Central Pay Commission.
The advertised pay levels range from Level 2 to Level 7.
The actual salary will depend on the particular post and applicable pay level. Selected candidates may also receive admissible allowances and other benefits as per Government of India and Railway rules.
Age Limit
The age of candidates will be calculated as on January 1, 2027.
The detailed notification will specify the prescribed minimum and maximum age limits for individual posts, along with applicable age relaxations for eligible categories as per government rules.
Candidates are advised to check the detailed CEN notification before submitting their applications.
Medical Standards
Candidates applying for various Isolated Category posts must satisfy the medical standards prescribed by the Railway Recruitment Boards.
The applicable medical requirements will be determined according to the nature and responsibilities of the respective posts, as specified in the detailed notification.
Important Dates
The Railway Recruitment Boards have announced the following tentative application schedule:
Opening Date of Online Applications: November 5, 2026
Last Date for Submission of Applications: December 4, 2026
Last Date and Time: 11:59 PM
Candidates are advised to complete the application process well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical difficulties.
How to Apply for Railway Recruitment 2026
Eligible and interested candidates will be required to submit their applications through the online mode only.
Applicants can follow these steps:
Visit the official application portal at https://www.rrbapply.gov.in.
Find the link related to Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 09/2026.
Read the detailed recruitment notification carefully.
Complete the registration process using the required details.
Fill in the online application form with accurate personal, educational and other relevant information.
Upload the required documents, photograph and signature, wherever applicable.
Review all the details entered in the application form.
Submit the application before the prescribed deadline.
Candidates should retain a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.
Important Instructions Regarding Aadhaar Verification
The Railway Recruitment Boards have advised candidates to ensure that their primary details are correctly updated in their Aadhaar records before filling out the online application form.
To avoid inconvenience and delays during scrutiny at different stages of recruitment, candidates should ensure that their Aadhaar details match the information provided in their application.
The following details should be verified:
- Full Name
Date of Birth
Father’s Name
Photograph
Biometric Information, including fingerprints and iris details
Candidates whose Aadhaar information is incomplete or requires correction should update their records before submitting the online application.
The notification also advises applicants to ensure that their Aadhaar photograph and other biometric details are updated with the latest available information.
Important Advisory for Candidates
The Railway Recruitment Boards have clarified that the present notification is indicative in nature and has been issued to provide advance information to prospective applicants about the forthcoming recruitment process.
The detailed Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) will contain complete information regarding eligibility criteria, post-wise vacancies, educational qualifications, age limits, selection procedures, medical standards and other important conditions.
Candidates are advised to carefully read the detailed notification before applying.
Applicants should also remain cautious of fraudulent websites, agents and individuals promising recruitment or selection in exchange for money. The RRBs have advised candidates to rely only on official Railway Recruitment Board websites for authentic information.
Official Websites
Candidates can access recruitment-related information through the following official websites:
Online Application Portal: https://www.rrbapply.gov.in
RRB Official Website: https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in
Other RRB Websites: https://indianrailways.gov.in
Notification Details
Notification Number: CEN No. 09/2026
Reference Number: RRB/GHY/Adv./CEN/09/2026
Notification Date: November 3, 2026
Issued By: Railway Recruitment Boards, Ministry of Railways, Government of India
Note: This is an indicative recruitment notice. Candidates should refer to the detailed CEN No. 09/2026 notification for post-wise vacancy details, educational qualifications, exact age limits, application fee, selection process and other eligibility conditions.
