Central Railway has released Advertisement No. 01/2026 inviting applications for 33 contractual posts of Railway Advocate to be engaged across various court locations in Maharashtra including Latur, Beed, Ahmednagar and more.
The Central Railway Advocate Recruitment 2026 is well-suited for practicing advocates with courtroom experience who want to represent the railway administration in legal proceedings on a contractual basis.
Central Railway Advocate Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Central Railway |
| Post Name | Railway Advocate (Contractual) |
| Total Vacancies | 33 (across 18 locations including Latur-4, Majalgaon-3, Beed-3) |
| Eligibility | LL.B. with minimum 3 years’ experience as Advocate |
| Application Mode | |
| Last Date to Apply | 23 October 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must hold an LL.B. degree from a recognised university, along with a minimum of three years of experience practicing as an Advocate. Location preference should be clearly mentioned, since vacancies for Central Railway Advocate Recruitment 2026 are distributed across 18 different court locations, each with its own number of openings.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting of applications
- Personal Interview
- Document Verification
- Background Verification
Application Fee
No application fee has been mentioned for any category in this recruitment.
How to Apply for Central Railway Advocate Recruitment 2026
- Read the official notification carefully to identify your preferred court location.
- Prepare a bio-data listing your qualifications, bar enrolment details and litigation experience.
- Attach self-attested copies of certificates, identity proof and photographs.
- Mention the post and preferred location clearly in the email subject line.
- Send the application to the official email address before 23 October 2026.
Candidates who want to stay updated on more such openings, along with free study material and exam alerts, can check Bharat Rozgar for daily updates on central and state government recruitment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: How many vacancies are there in Central Railway Advocate Recruitment 2026?
A: There are 33 contractual posts spread across 18 locations in Maharashtra.
Q2: What is the eligibility for this post?
A: Candidates need an LL.B. degree with a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a practicing Advocate.
Q3: Is there an application fee?
A: No application fee has been mentioned for this recruitment.
Q4: How should candidates apply for Central Railway Advocate Recruitment 2026?
A: Applications must be submitted by email with bio-data and self-attested documents attached.
Q5: What is the last date to apply for Central Railway Advocate Recruitment 2026?
A: The last date to apply is 23 October 2026.
Practical Tip: Attach copies of case lists or a brief litigation summary along with your bio-data, since railway legal recruitment typically prioritises advocates who can demonstrate hands-on courtroom experience over those with only enrolment certificates.

