The RRB Junior Translator Exam Date 2026 has been announced by the Railway Recruitment Boards for the Translation Test (CBT) under CEN 08/2025, according to the published information. The test for the post of Junior Translator (Hindi) is scheduled tentatively for 30 October 2026, and the official exam date notice was issued on 09 October 2026.
Only candidates who were shortlisted in the CBT result declared on 05 October 2026 are eligible to appear for this qualifying test. The notice currently gives only the date — the e-call letter and further instructions will be shared separately by the RRBs. Aspirants should keep their registration details ready and check only the official RRB websites for updates, since the published date is marked as tentative.
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RRB Junior Translator Exam Date 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) |
| Recruitment | Ministerial & Isolated Categories |
| Advertisement Number | CEN 08/2025 |
| Post Name | Junior Translator (Hindi) |
| Total Vacancies (Post) | 202 Posts (Level 6, initial pay ₹35,400) |
| Test Name | Translation Test (CBT) |
| Exam Date | 30 October 2026 (tentative) |
| Exam Date Notice | 09 October 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test |
| Official Website | rrb.indianrailways.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CEN 08/2025 Notification Released | 29 December 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 30 December 2025 |
| Online Application Last Date | 29 January 2026 |
| Main CBT | 14 and 15 July 2026 |
| CBT Result Declared | 05 October 2026 |
| Translation Test Exam Date Notice | 09 October 2026 |
| Translation Test (CBT) Date | 30 October 2026 (tentative) |
Candidates are advised to confirm all dates from their respective RRB’s official website, as only the dates published there are final.
Exam Details
The Translation Test is a qualifying stage in the selection process for the post of Junior Translator (Hindi). As per the official notification, selection for this post involves the Computer Based Test (already held in July 2026), followed by the Translation Test, and then Document Verification and Medical Examination.
The post of Junior Translator (Hindi) carries Level 6 pay with an initial pay of ₹35,400, and 202 of the 312 CEN 08/2025 vacancies belong to this post. The exam date notice dated 09 October 2026 gives only the tentative test date — details such as reporting time, exam city and instructions will be communicated through the e-call letter or a separate notice.
How to Check the Exam Date Notice
Follow the steps below to view the official exam date notice:
- Visit the official RRB website at rrb.indianrailways.gov.in, or the website of the RRB you applied through.
- Open the latest announcements or notices section.
- Look for the CEN 08/2025 notice mentioning the Translation Test (CBT) for Junior Translator (Hindi).
- Open the PDF, check the exam date, and download it for future reference.
What Next
Shortlisted candidates should now wait for the e-call letter (admit card) for the Translation Test, which will be released on the official RRB websites before the exam. Download the e-call letter only from the official website, read the instructions printed on it carefully — including reporting time and the list of accepted identity documents — and keep your registration number and login details ready.
Related railway updates: our coverage of the RRB Ministerial & Isolated Category Result 2026 – merit list and cut off marks and the RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026 – 3,548 posts may also be of interest.
Important Links
| Link | Action |
|---|---|
| Translation Test Exam Date Notice | Click Here |
| Download E-Call Letter (when released) | Click Here |
| RRB Recruitment Portal | Click Here |
| RRB Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
What is the RRB Junior Translator Exam Date 2026?
According to the published information, the Translation Test (CBT) for Junior Translator (Hindi) under CEN 08/2025 is scheduled tentatively for 30 October 2026.
Is the RRB Junior Translator exam date final?
No. The official notice dated 09 October 2026 lists 30 October 2026 as a tentative date. Candidates should check the official RRB websites for any change.
Who can appear in the RRB Junior Translator Translation Test?
Only candidates who were shortlisted in the CBT result declared on 05 October 2026 for the post of Junior Translator (Hindi) under CEN 08/2025.
How many Junior Translator (Hindi) vacancies are there?
There are 202 Junior Translator (Hindi) vacancies under CEN 08/2025, out of a total of 312 Ministerial and Isolated Category posts.
What is the salary of an RRB Junior Translator (Hindi)?
The post carries Level 6 pay with an initial pay of ₹35,400, according to the official notification.
When will the e-call letter for the Translation Test be released?
The e-call letter has not been released yet. It will be made available on the official RRB websites before the exam, and candidates should download it only from the official website.
What is the official website for RRB recruitment?
The official websites are rrb.indianrailways.gov.in for notices and the exam date PDF, and rrbapply.gov.in as the candidate recruitment portal.
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