Overview
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have announced the RRB Junior Translator (Hindi) Translation Test date 2026 under Centralised Employment Notice CEN 08/2025. The test is tentatively scheduled for October 30, 2026, for candidates shortlisted through the Computer-Based Test result declared on October 5; the exam-date notice does not separately restate the total number of vacancies, which remains as notified in the detailed recruitment advertisement.
Candidates should monitor their respective regional RRB portals for the examination-city intimation, reporting instructions and e-call letter. The date is tentative and may be changed by the recruitment authority if administrative circumstances require it.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Post Name | Junior Translator (Hindi), Ministerial and Isolated Categories |
| Total Vacancies | As notified under CEN 08/2025; not restated in the exam-date notice |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | rrb.indianrailways.gov.in and regional RRB portals |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Exam Date | October 30, 2026 (tentative) |
| Result Date | October 5, 2026 (CBT result) |
The October 5 result determines the candidates eligible to appear in the Translation Test. The schedule for the final result, document verification and medical examination has not yet been announced.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must satisfy the qualification requirements prescribed in CEN 08/2025. The Junior Translator (Hindi) post generally requires:
- A recognised postgraduate degree with Hindi or English as a compulsory or elective subject, with the other language studied at the degree level, as specified in the detailed notification.
- The prescribed diploma or certificate course in translation from Hindi to English and vice versa, or qualifying translation experience where permitted.
- Valid educational and professional certificates issued by recognised institutions.
- Candidates must have possessed the required qualification by the eligibility cut-off date mentioned in the original advertisement.
Age Limit
- The minimum and maximum age limits will be governed by CEN 08/2025.
- Age will be calculated with reference to the cut-off date stated in the detailed notification.
- Relaxation in the upper age limit will apply to SC, ST, OBC-NCL, PwBD, ex-servicemen and other eligible categories under government rules.
Fees
- The category-wise application fee is as prescribed in the detailed recruitment notification.
- Any fee-concession or refund provisions will apply only to eligible candidates who meet the stipulated conditions.
- Candidates should rely on the official CEN for the applicable amount and payment rules; no fresh examination fee has been announced for the Translation Test.
Selection Process
- Computer-Based Test (CBT): Applicants are assessed on the subjects, language skills and other areas specified in the recruitment syllabus. The CBT result was declared on October 5, 2026.
- Translation Test: Shortlisted candidates must appear for the qualifying or merit-based translation assessment, as applicable, tentatively scheduled for October 30, 2026.
- Document Verification and Medical Examination: Candidates qualifying in the required stages will be called for verification of original documents and the prescribed railway medical fitness assessment before final appointment.
Candidates must meet the qualifying standard at every applicable stage. Shortlisting for the Translation Test does not by itself guarantee selection or appointment.
How to Apply
The online application process was conducted under CEN 08/2025. Registered candidates can follow these steps to check their status and prepare for the next stage:
- Visit rrb.indianrailways.gov.in or the regional RRB portal selected during registration.
- Open the section for CEN 08/2025 — Ministerial and Isolated Categories.
- Select the link for the Junior Translator CBT result or Translation Test notice.
- Log in using the registration number, date of birth or password when the candidate portal becomes available.
- Check the examination city, date, shift and reporting time shown on the portal.
- Download the e-call letter once released and verify the photograph, signature and personal details.
- Print the call letter and carry it with an accepted original photo identity document to the examination centre.
- Read all instructions regarding prohibited items, attendance, biometric verification and required documents before travelling.
Candidates should not submit a new application for the Translation Test. Only those shortlisted through the CBT result will be permitted to appear.
Important Links
FAQs
1. When will the RRB Junior Translator Translation Test 2026 be held?
The test is tentatively scheduled for October 30, 2026. Candidates should check the official portal for any revision.
2. Who can appear for the Translation Test?
Only candidates shortlisted in the Junior Translator CBT result declared on October 5, 2026 can participate.
3. When will the RRB Junior Translator e-call letter be released?
The release date has not been specified. Eligible candidates should regularly check their regional RRB website and registered contact details for updates.
