Finally, in the year 2026, Indian Railways has announced a huge recruitment drive for government job aspirants.
The new year has arrived with fresh government job opportunities, and for candidates who could not get selected in 2025, this is a golden second chance to fulfill their dream of securing a Railway Government Job.
Indian Railways has officially released the Railway New Recruitment 2026 Notification, and applications are invited from all over India.
Important Dates – Railway Recruitment 2026
- Application Start Date: 30 December 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 29 January 2026 (Till 11:59 PM)
👉 Candidates are advised not to wait till the last date and apply as early as possible.
Recruiting Authority
The recruitment is conducted by Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India.
This recruitment falls under the Isolated & Ministerial Category (2025–26).
Total Vacancies – 311 Posts
Railway Recruitment 2026 has announced 311 high-level posts, including:
- Senior Publicity Inspector
- Lab Assistant Grade III
- Chief Law Assistant
- Junior Translator
- Hindi Translator
- Staff & Welfare Inspector
- Public Prosecutor
- Scientific Assistant
👉 These are prestigious and high-paying Railway posts.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
Age Relaxation
- SC / ST: 5 Years
- OBC (NCL): 3 Years
- PwBD: As per government rules
Educational Qualification
Educational qualifications vary post-wise. Candidates must carefully check the official notification before applying.
✔ Minimum requirement: 10th pass certificate
✔ Highest qualification certificates must match application details
Salary Structure (Pay Scale)
Selected candidates will receive a salary ranging from:
💰 ₹19,900 – ₹44,900 per month
➕ Additional Allowances
➕ Medical Facilities
➕ Travel & Other Government Benefits
👉 This makes Railway New Recruitment 2026 one of the best government job opportunities this year.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹250 |
💳 Payment mode: Online only
Selection Process – Railway Recruitment 2026
The selection will be conducted in multiple stages:
- CBT-1 (Computer Based Test)
- CBT-2
- Skill Test (For applicable posts)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
⚠ Negative marking applies, so answer carefully.
Required Documents for Application
Candidates must keep the following documents ready:
- Passport-size photographs (4–20 copies)
- Signature (scanned)
- Aadhaar Card / Valid ID Proof
- 10th Marksheet (Age Proof)
- Educational Certificates
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC)
- Birth Certificate (if applicable)
❗ Important:
Details entered in the application must exactly match your certificates to avoid rejection.
Application Mode
📝 Online Application Only
🌍 Open to Male & Female candidates from all Indian states
Why You Should Apply for Railway New Recruitment 2026
- All India level recruitment
- High-status government posts
- Excellent salary & benefits
- Secure career in Indian Railways
- Transparent selection process
Important Advice for Candidates
✔ Read the notification carefully
✔ Fill the form using correct documents
✔ Keep printout of the submitted form
✔ Prepare seriously for CBT exams
Any mismatch during document verification can lead to immediate disqualification.
