The Railway Recruitment Boards have announced the Junior Translator (Hindi) Computer Based Test date under CEN 08/2025. According to the latest update, the Junior Translator (Hindi) CBT will be conducted on 30 October 2026.
The recruitment is part of the RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories examination, which includes posts such as Chief Law Assistant, Public Prosecutor, Junior Translator (Hindi), Senior Publicity Inspector, Staff and Welfare Inspector, Scientific Assistant (Training), Lab Assistant Grade III and Scientific Supervisor.
The earlier CBT for the other notified posts was scheduled in July 2026. Candidates who applied for the Junior Translator (Hindi) post should check their individual exam information through the official RRB candidate portal using their registration details or date of birth.
Important: The exam date should be treated as confirmed only after matching it with the latest notice published on the official RRB website or the candidate login portal. Candidates must download the e-call letter when it becomes available and follow the reporting-time instructions printed on it.
RRB Ministerial and Isolated Category Important Dates
| Event | Date / status |
| Online application began | 30 December 2025 |
| Last date to apply online | 29 January 2026 |
| Last date for fee payment | 31 January 2026 |
| Modification window | 1–10 February 2026, as per the official CEN |
| Earlier CBT schedule for other posts | 14–15 July 2026, as listed in the reference update |
| Earlier exam-city information | 4 July 2026 |
| Earlier admit-card update | 10 July 2026 |
| Earlier answer-key update | 31 July 2026 |
| Result update for earlier CBT | 5 October 2026, as listed in the reference update |
| Junior Translator (Hindi) CBT | 30 October 2026 |
The application window for this recruitment has already closed. New applicants cannot submit a fresh form under the same CEN unless RRB issues a separate notice.
RRB Ministerial and Isolated Category Vacancy Details
The official notification lists 312 vacancies across eight posts:
| Post | Pay level | Initial pay | Age limit as on 1 January 2026 | Vacancies |
| Chief Law Assistant | Level 7 | ₹44,900 | 18–40 years | 22 |
| Public Prosecutor | Level 7 | ₹44,900 | 18–32 years | 7 |
| Junior Translator (Hindi) | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | 18–33 years | 202 |
| Senior Publicity Inspector | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | 18–33 years | 15 |
| Staff and Welfare Inspector | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | 18–33 years | 24 |
| Scientific Assistant (Training) | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | 18–35 years | 2 |
| Lab Assistant Grade III (Chemist & Metallurgist) | Level 2 | ₹19,900 | 18–30 years | 39 |
| Scientific Supervisor / Ergonomics and Training | Level 7 | ₹44,900 | 18–35 years | 1 |
| Total | — | — | — | 312 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
The qualification depends on the post. Candidates should read the official CEN and the relevant post-parameter table before relying on the summary below.
Junior Translator (Hindi)
A candidate should generally have a relevant Master’s degree from a recognized university, with Hindi and English studied as prescribed at degree level. The notification also requires either:
• A recognized diploma or certificate course in translation from Hindi to English and English to Hindi; or
• Two years of translation experience in Hindi and English in a Central or State Government office, including a Government of India undertaking.
The detailed wording of the qualification contains multiple acceptable Master’s-degree combinations. Candidates should compare their degree subjects and medium with the official CEN before appearing for the examination.
Staff and Welfare Inspector
The post requires a bachelor’s degree along with a diploma or LLB qualification specializing in Labour Laws, as prescribed in the official recruitment notice.
Chief Law Assistant
Candidates should possess a law degree from a recognized university and have at least three years of standing practice as a pleader at the Bar. The notification also contains specific provisions for eligible serving Railway employees who are law graduates.
Public Prosecutor
The official CEN specifies a graduate degree in Law from a recognized university and five years of standing as an advocate at the Bar.
Lab Assistant Grade III (Chemist & Metallurgist)
Candidates should have passed 10+2 / Intermediate with Science subjects, including Physics and Chemistry, and possess the prescribed diploma or certificate in Laboratory Technology.
Senior Publicity Inspector
The qualification includes a degree from a recognized university and a diploma in Public Relations, Advertising, Journalism or Mass Communication from a recognized institution or university. Relevant experience is desirable as per the notification.
Scientific Assistant (Training)
Candidates should possess a Master’s degree in Psychology along with the relevant experience prescribed in the official notification.
Scientific Supervisor / Ergonomics and Training
This post has separate professional qualification requirements. Candidates must consult the official post-parameter table and vacancy notice before claiming eligibility.
Age Limit
The age is calculated as on 1 January 2026. The upper age limit varies by post from 30 to 40 years, as shown in the vacancy table.
Age relaxation is available to eligible SC, ST, OBC-NCL, PwBD, ex-servicemen and other categories according to the Railway recruitment rules. The candidate must possess valid supporting certificates in the prescribed format.
Application Fee
| Candidate category | Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / Ex-servicemen / PwBD / Women | ₹250 |
The official notification and subsequent instructions should be checked for refund or fee-adjustment conditions applicable after appearing in the CBT. Candidates should keep their fee receipt and application details safe.
Junior Translator Hindi CBT Exam Pattern
The Junior Translator (Hindi) examination has a single-stage Computer Based Test followed by a qualifying Translation Test.
CBT structure
• Total questions: 100
• Total marks: 100
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Question type: Objective multiple choice
• Negative marking: One-third of the marks allotted to a question for each wrong answer
•Question standard: Generally aligned with the prescribed educational standard; the Junior Translator language portion is at approximately Class 12 level
The CBT is designed to test both Hindi and English language knowledge. The official scheme states that at least half of the questions will test language proficiency, with 30 questions from Hindi and 20 questions from English. The remaining 50 questions cover general knowledge, general intelligence, simple arithmetic and basic computer knowledge.
Junior Translator Hindi syllabus areas
The Hindi section may include synonyms, antonyms, prefixes and suffixes, sandhi-viched, idioms and proverbs, tatsam-tadbhav, one-word substitutions and sentence/word correction.
The English section may include synonyms and antonyms, translation into Hindi, prefixes and suffixes, phrases and idioms, word arrangement, pronouns, verbs, tenses, articles, prepositions, conjunctions, adjectives, adverbs, question tags, and active/passive voice.
Translation Test
Candidates shortlisted for the Translation Test are called on the basis of CBT merit, generally up to 10 times the number of vacancies, subject to the applicable reservation rules.
The Translation Test:
• Is qualifying in nature.
• Requires at least 60% marks to qualify.
• Does not add marks to the CBT merit score.
• Is compulsory for candidates seeking further consideration for Junior Translator selection.
The final merit for Junior Translator is based on CBT marks, provided the candidate qualifies the Translation Test.
Selection Process
The recruitment process for the Junior Translator (Hindi) post consists of:
1. Single-stage CBT, or a further CBT stage if RRB decides it is necessary.
2. Translation Test for shortlisted candidates.
3. Document Verification.
4. Medical Examination.
5. Final empanelment and appointment by the concerned Railway Administration.
The RRB may shortlist candidates for document verification on the basis of CBT and Translation Test performance. Appointment is subject to medical fitness, verification of educational and community certificates, and character or antecedent verification.
CBT Pattern for Other Ministerial and Isolated Posts
For posts other than Junior Translator (Hindi), the official CEN provides an indicative 100-question, 100-mark CBT of 90 minutes. The sections are:
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
| Professional Ability | 50 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 15 | 15 |
| Mathematics | 10 | 10 |
| General Science | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
There is a deduction of one-third mark for each wrong answer. The professional-ability portion is based on the syllabus for the particular post.
How to Check RRB Junior Translator CBT Date and Admit Card
1. Visit the official RRB website or the RRB portal used for your application.
2. Open the candidate login or CEN 08/2025 section.
3. Enter the registration number, enrollment number or date of birth as requested.
4. Look for the Junior Translator (Hindi) CBT exam-date, city-intimation or e-call-letter link.
5. Download the notice or admit card.
6. Check the exam date, shift, reporting time, venue and identity-document instructions.
7. Print the e-call letter and carry the required original ID proof to the examination centre.
Candidates should not wait until the last day to download the call letter. They should also check whether the name, photograph and other details on the admit card are correct.
Important Instructions for Exam Day
• Carry the printed e-call letter and a valid original photo identity document.
• Follow the reporting time printed on the admit card.
• Do not carry mobile phones, calculators, smart watches or other prohibited electronic devices.
• Read the instructions displayed at the examination centre before beginning the CBT.
• Keep the application number, registration credentials and fee receipt until the complete recruitment process ends.
• Candidates claiming reserved-category or PwBD benefits should carry the required original certificates for later verification.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
| CBT exam-date notice | Check the RRB exam-date notice |
| Candidate login / score card / answer key | Open the RRB candidate portal |
| Application status | Check application status |
| Official CEN 08/2025 notification | Download the RRB notification PDF |
| Indian Railways official website | Visit Indian Railways |
Use the official RRB or Indian Railways websites for notices and candidate services. RRBs may publish updates through regional websites, so candidates should also check the RRB selected in their application.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. When is the RRB Junior Translator Hindi CBT 2026?
The Junior Translator (Hindi) CBT is scheduled for 30 October 2026, according to the latest recruitment update.
Q2. How many vacancies are there in RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories Recruitment?
The official CEN 08/2025 lists 312 vacancies across eight posts.
Q3. What is the Junior Translator Hindi CBT duration?
The CBT duration is 90 minutes for 100 questions. Candidates eligible to use a scribe receive the time permitted under the official instructions.
Q4. Is there negative marking in the RRB Ministerial and Isolated Category exam?
Yes. One-third of the marks allotted to the question is deducted for each incorrect answer.
Q5. Is the Translation Test counted in the final merit?
The Translation Test is qualifying. Candidates must obtain at least 60%, but the Junior Translator merit list is prepared using CBT marks among candidates who qualify the Translation Test.
Q6. When was the application form submitted?
Applications were accepted from 30 December 2025 to 29 January 2026, with fee payment available until 31 January 2026.
Q7. Where can I check the exam date and e-call letter?
Candidates should use the official RRB website or candidate portal linked in this article and log in using their registration details.
