The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released a recruitment notification under advertisement number CEN 07/2024, inviting applications for various posts of Ministerial and Isolated categories. The Ministerial and Isolated Categories recruitment drive is aimed at filling up 1036 vacancies for Specialist Posts in various Railway Zones under Indian Railways. The notification was officially came from the Government of India, Ministry of Railway. According to the official notification, the application process has started on 7th January 2025. All eligible and interested graduate and undergraduate candidates can apply for the desired post till 6th February 2025.
Contents
- 1 RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories Recruitment 2025
- 2 RRB MI Recruitment 2025 Overview
- 3 RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories Recruitment Vacancy 2025
- 4 Important Dates
- 5 Steps to Apply for RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories Recruitment 2025
- 6 RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories Application Fee
- 7 Eligibility Criteria
- 8 Age Limit
- 9 Education Qualification
- 10 Selection Process
- 11 Exam Pattern for RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories Recruitment
RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories Recruitment 2025
The Government of India, Ministry of Railways, Railway Recruitment Board has issued the latest advertisement (CEN: 07/2024) for the recruitment of 1036 posts in various Ministerial and Isolated Departments. Out of the total vacancies, 753 are reserved for the teaching posts. The selection process includes a single CBT followed by skill test and document verification and medical examination. Candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria can apply online through the official portal https://www.rrbapply.gov.in. The eligibility criteria, application fee, selection process, exam pattern and application process are discussed in this article.
RRB MI Recruitment 2025 Overview
The RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories Notification 2025 was released on January 6, announcing 1,036 vacancies for various posts in Ministerial and Isolated Categories. RRB has started accepting applications for various posts including teacher, assistant teacher, staff welfare inspector, publicity inspector, junior translator, scientific assistant, chief legal assistant and scientific supervisor. All eligible candidates can apply for 1036 vacancies starting from 7th January 2025.
| Recruiter | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Vacancy Category | Ministerial and Isolated Categories |
| Vacancies | 1036 |
| Post Name | TGT, PRT, PTI, PGT, Music Teacher, Lab. Assistant Grade 3, Assistant Teacher, Staff & welfare Inspector, Publicity Inspector, Junior Translator, Scientific Assistant, Chief Law Assistant and Scientific Supervisor |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | January 07, 2025 |
| Application Last Date | February 06, 2025 |
| Age Limit | 18 to 48 years |
| Selection Process | CBT, Teaching Skill Test (TST)/Translation Test (TT)/Performance Test (PT) (as applicable), Document Verification and Medical Exam. |
| Official Portal | https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/. |
RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories Recruitment Vacancy 2025
The Ministry of Railway has announced to fill 1063 vacancies for RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories, containing 753 vacancies for teaching posts. Below is a list of post-wise vacant positions.
| Post Name | Vacancies allocated |
|---|---|
| Trained Graduate Teachers (TGT) | 338 |
| Primary Railway Teacher | 188 |
| Post Graduate Teachers (PGT) | 187 |
| Junior Translator (Hindi) | 120 |
| Staff & welfare Inspector | 59 |
| Chief Law Assistant | 54 |
| Public Prosecutor | 20 |
| Physical Training Instructor | 18 |
| Lab Assistant Grade III | 12 |
| Female Music Teacher | 10 |
| Librarian | 10 |
| Laboratory Assistant /School | 07 |
| Senior Publicity Inspector | 03 |
| Scientific Supervisor (Ergonomics & Training) | 03 |
| Scientific Assistant/Training | 02 |
| Assistant Teacher (Female) | 02 |
| Total | 1036 |
Important Dates
The following table contains the important timings and dates of RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories Recruitment.
| RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories Short Notification | December 21, 2024 |
| Detailed Notification | January 06, 2025 |
| Opening Dates for Application | January 07, 2025 |
| Closing Date for Application | February 06, 2025 (11:59 pm) |
| Payment of Application Fee | Feb 7 to Feb 8, 2025 |
| Correction in Application | Feb 9 to Feb 18, 2025 |
Steps to Apply for RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories Recruitment 2025
Candidates can apply for the RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories through online mode only. Make sure to keep ready the required documents in prescribed format. Candidates can follow the steps below to apply for their desired post.
- First, visit the official website of the Railway Recruitment Board, https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/.
- Click on ‘Apply’ and complete the registration process, then go to login page.
- Provide registered mobile number/email and password nd login.
- Once logged in, click on “Online Application RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories“.
- Choose your Zone you wish to apply for and proceed.
- Fill out the application form by entering personal details, other details and Educational qualification.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents, which includes color photograph and signature.
- Preview the application form and verify the details, make changes if nesesary.
- Select payment method and pay the application fee online/offline.
- Save and download the application form and print it for future use.
Note: The candidate must provide their name, parent’s name and date of birth as mentioned in their SSCC / Matriculation / High School Examination Certificate.
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RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories Application Fee
Candidates have to pay the application fee while submitting the application form for RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories. The application fee usually depends on the category and candidates can pay the fee through online methods such as credit card, debit card, or internet banking. However, the last date for payment of application fee has been fixed as February 8, 2025. Application fees are listed below.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Female/SC/ST/Minority/Transgender/Ex-Servicemen/EBC | ₹ 250 |
| OBC/EWS/Unreserved | ₹ 500 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates who wish to apply for RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories must meet the eligibility criteria including educational qualification and age limit. Below we have shared the eligibility criteria.
Age Limit
The minimum age limit is 18 years, which will remain the same for all posts. However, the maximum age limit may vary depending on the post. The age limit will be calculated as on 01/01/2025. The detailed age limit is given below.
- Trained Graduate Teachers/Primary Railway Teacher/Post Graduate Teachers/Physical Training Instructor/Music Teacher/Assistant Teacher/Laboratory Assistant: Minimum Age: 18 years, Maximum Age: 48 years
- Scientific Supervisor (Ergonomics & Training): Minimum Age: 18 years, Maximum Age: 38 years
- Junior Translator (Hindi): Minimum Age: 18 years, Maximum Age: 36 years
- Staff & welfare Inspector: Minimum Age: 18 years, Maximum Age: 36 years
- Chief Law Assistant: Minimum Age: 18 years, Maximum Age: 43 years
- Public Prosecutor: 18 to 35 years
- Lab Assistant Grade III: 18 to 33 years
- Scientific Assistant/Training: 18 to 38 years
- Senior Publicity Inspector: 18 to 36 years
Education Qualification
| Post Name | Minimum qualification |
|---|---|
| Trained Graduate Teachers (TGT) | Masters Degree in relevant subjects with B.Ed. |
| Primary Railway Teacher | 12th or its equivalent degree or Graduation and 2-year Diploma in Elementary education |
| Post Graduate Teachers (PGT) | Master Degree with B.Ed. or equivalent qualification |
| Junior Translator (Hindi) | PG degree in English or Hindi. |
| Staff & welfare Inspector | Graduation and Diploma in Labour/Social Welfare/Labour Laws or Graduation plus LLB/PG Diploma/MBA |
| Chief Law Assistant | Degree in Law plus 3 years standing practice as a Pleader at Bar |
| Public Prosecutor | Graduate with Bachelor degree in Law plus 5-years standing practice as a Pleader at Bar |
| Physical Training Instructor | Graduate with Bachelors in Physical Education or its equivalent |
| Lab Assistant Grade 3 | 12thor its equivalent degree with Science |
| Female Music Teacher | Graduation in Music |
| Librarian | Graduation in Library Science |
| Laboratory Assistant /School | 12th or its equivalent degree with Science plus 1 year work skill in Pathological & Bio-Chemical Laboratory |
| Senior Publicity Inspector | Graduation with a Diploma in Public Relations/Advertising/Journalism,/Mass Communication plus 2 years work experience in relevant fields |
| Scientific Supervisor (Ergonomics & Training) | Masters in Psychology or Physiology plus 2 years experience in related fields |
| Scientific Assistant/Training | Masters Degree in Psychology plus 1 year experience in Administration of Psychological tests |
| Assistant Teacher (Female) | 12th plus 2 years Diploma in elementary education |
Selection Process
The selection process for the Railway Recruitment Board Ministerial and Isolated Categories involves multiple stages, which includes a Single Stage Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by Performance Test (PT)/ Teaching Skill Test (TST)/Translation Test (TT) (as applicable), Document Verification and Medical Examination.
- Single Stage CBT Exam
- Teaching Skill Test (TST)/Translation Test (TT)/Performance Test (PT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Exam Pattern for RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories Recruitment
The Railway Recruitment Board will hold the examination for Ministerial and Isolated Categories. The exam will be conducted in online mode, containing a structure pattern. Candidate who are appearing in the CBT exam should carefully review the exam pattern. RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories exam pattern is as follows.
- Exam Mode: The exam will be conducted online, Computer-Based Test
- Questions Type: Objective (multiple choice)
- Total No of Questions: 100
- Marking Scheme: For each correct answer 1 mark will be added into your account
- Exam Duration: The CBT exam will last for 90 minutes, an extra 30 minutes for PwBD candidates
- Negative Marking: Deduction of 1/3rd of the mark for each incorrect answer
| Subjects | Total Questions | Marks Allotted |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Ability | 50 | 50 |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 15 | 15 |
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 |
| General Science | 10 | 10 |
| Mathematics | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Important Link
- Apply Online Link: Apply From Here
- RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories Notification PDF: Check Here
The application window remains open from January 07 to February 06, 2025.
The pay level varies according to the post, which is as follows, Level-8, Level-7, Level-6, Level-4, Level-2.
The RRB has published the notification of RRB Ministerial and Isolated Categories on January 6, 2025.
Under the notification (CEN: 07/2024), a total of 1036 vacancies have been released.
The application fee for the unreserved category is ₹500 and for other than unreserved category is ₹250.