The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), Ministry of Railways, Government of India, has published the highly anticipated official notification for the recruitment of Section Controllers under Advertisement Number (Advt No.) CEN 03/2026. There are a total of 119 vacancies available for this Graduate-level post across various participating Railway Zones. Eligible and interested candidates looking for Sarkari Naukri can submit their applications online starting from 15th July 2026 to 14th August 2026. Candidates are strongly advised to read the complete detailed CEN 03/2026 notification for eligibility, age limits, syllabus, zone-wise vacancies, and the multi-stage selection process before applying. Get all the latest Upcoming Govt Jobs and employment updates on ‘rojgar khabar’.
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) Section Controller Recruitment 2026 Details
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | CEN 03/2026 |
| Application Begin | 15/07/2026 (00:00 Hrs) |
| Last Date for Apply | 14/08/2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Pay Exam Fee Last Date | 16/08/2026 (Sunday) |
| Modification Window | 17/08/2026 to 26/08/2026 |
| Exam Date (CBT) | As per Schedule |
| Admit Card Available | 4 Days Before Exam |
| Result Date | Will Be Update Here Soon |
Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to confirm from the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) official website.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 500/- (₹ 400 refundable on appearing in CBT) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / ExSM | ₹ 250/- (₹ 250 refundable on appearing in CBT) |
| All Category Female / Transgender | ₹ 250/- (₹ 250 refundable on appearing in CBT) |
| Minorities / EBC | ₹ 250/- (₹ 250 refundable on appearing in CBT) |
| Payment Mode | Online Payment Mode Only (Internet Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI) |
(Note: Refunds will be credited only to the bank account seeded with the candidate’s Aadhaar number).
RRB Recruitment 2026: Age Limit as on 01.07.2026
- Minimum Age: 20 Years.
- Maximum Age: 33 Years.
- Age Relaxation Extra as per Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) Recruitment Rules:
- OBC-Non-Creamy Layer (NCL): 3 Years (Upper Age limit 02.07.1990)
- SC/ST: 5 Years (Upper Age limit 02.07.1988)
- PwBD (UR/EWS): 10 Years | PwBD (OBC-NCL): 13 Years | PwBD (SC/ST): 15 Years
- Ex-Servicemen & other special categories get relaxation as per official rules.
RRB Salary & Pay Scale 2026 (Section Controller)
Candidates selected for the post of Section Controller will receive an attractive salary package along with various allowances as per the 7th Pay Commission.
- Pay Scale: Level 6 in 7th CPC
- Initial Basic Pay: ₹ 35,400/- per month.
- In addition to the basic pay, candidates will be entitled to Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), and other allowances as per government rules.
RRB Vacancy Details 2026 : Total 119 Posts
The Railway Recruitment Board has announced a total of 119 vacancies for the post of Section Controller across various RRB zones.
| Category | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 50 |
| OBC (Other Backward Classes) | 29 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 12 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 19 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 09 |
| Total Posts | 119 |
| (Note: Out of the total, 5 vacancies are reserved for ExSM horizontally). |
RRB Section Controller Zone-wise Vacancy Details 2026
Candidates can check the exact zone-wise and community-wise breakdown of the 119 vacancies as per Annexure-B of the official notification below:
| RRB Region | Railway Zone | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | WR | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 11 |
| Ajmer | WCR | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Prayagraj | NCR | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Prayagraj | NR | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Bengaluru | SWR | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 8 |
| Bhopal | WCR | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Bhopal | WR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Bhubaneswar | ECR | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 6 |
| Bilaspur | CR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Bilaspur | SECR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Chandigarh | NR | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 6 |
| Chennai | SR | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 9 |
| Gorakhpur | NER | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| Guwahati | NFR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Jammu-Srinagar | NR | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kolkata | ER | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Kolkata | SER | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| Malda | ER | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| Malda | SER | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Mumbai | CR | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Mumbai | SCR | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Muzaffarpur | ECR | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Patna | ECR | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| Ranchi | ECR | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 8 |
| Ranchi | SER | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Secunderabad | SCR | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| Siliguri | NFR | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | SR | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| Overall Total | — | 50 | 12 | 19 | 29 | 9 | 119 |
Post Name and Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Section Controller | – Educational Qualification: Candidate must possess a Graduate Degree from a recognized University or its equivalent as on the closing date of application (14.08.2026). (Those awaiting final results should NOT apply).– Medical Standard: A-2 Category (Physically fit in all respects). Distant Vision: 6/9, 6/9 without glasses. Must pass tests for Colour, Binocular, Night, and Myopic vision.- Special Medical Note: Candidates who have undergone Lasik surgery or any other corrective eye surgery are strictly NOT eligible for this post. |
Mode of Selection Process
The selection process for the RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026 consists of the following consecutive stages:
- Single Stage Computer Based Test (CBT): A 120-minute objective exam. Shortlisting for the next round will be done at 8 times the vacancies.
- Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT): Candidates must secure a minimum T-Score of 42 marks in each test battery to qualify. (No negative marking in CBAT).
- Document Verification (DV): Based on combined merit (70% weightage to CBT marks and 30% weightage to CBAT marks). Candidates will be called at a 1:1 ratio.
- Medical Examination (ME): Candidates must pass the strict A-2 medical fitness test by Railway Medical Authorities.
RRB Exam Pattern & Syllabus 2026
The CBT will feature objective-type multiple-choice questions (available in English, Hindi, and 13 regional languages). There is a negative marking of 1/3rd mark for each incorrect answer.
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Analytical and Mathematical Capability | 60 | 60 | 120 Minutes |
| Logical Capability | 20 | 20 | 120 Minutes |
| Mental Reasoning | 20 | 20 | 120 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 120 Minutes |
- Analytical & Mathematical Capability: Number System, Ratio & Proportions, Averages, Percentages, Profit/Loss, Time/Speed/Distance, Algebra, Geometry, Probability. Multi-source Data Analysis (Charts, Graphs, Venn Diagrams).
- Logical Capability: Binary Logic, Syllogism, Blood Relations, Clocks/Calendars. Reading Comprehension (History, Science, Technology, Culture).
- Mental Reasoning: Analogy, Series Completion, Coding-Decoding, Ranking and Arrangements.
How To Apply Online for RRB Recruitment 2026
Interested candidates who wish to apply for the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) Section Controller post can submit their application online before 14/08/2026. Use the click here link provided below under important link section to apply directly.
- Step 1: Visit the official unified RRB portal (
rrb.indianrailways.gov.in) or your preferred regional RRB website. Click on “Apply Online”. - Step 2: Click on “Create an Account”. (If you already created an account for previous 2024-2026 CENs, use your existing credentials to log in).
- Step 3 (Identity Authentication): Authenticate your identity using DigiLocker or Aadhaar during account creation. This ensures a smoother verification process later.
- Step 4: Fill in your personal details, educational qualifications, and select your preferred RRB Zone order. Note that details entered in the ‘Create an Account’ form and the ‘Chosen RRB’ cannot be changed under any circumstances.
- Step 5 (Live Photo Capture): A live photograph of the candidate will be captured via webcam/mobile camera. Wear non-white clothes, stand in front of a well-lit background. Do not wear a cap, mask, or glasses.
- Step 6: Upload your scanned signature in running handwriting using a black pen on white paper (JPG/JPEG, size 30 KB to 49 KB). SC/ST candidates claiming a free travel pass must upload their caste certificate in PDF format (up to 400 KB).
- Step 7: Pay the examination fee online via UPI, Debit/Credit Card, or Net Banking. Ensure payment is successfully processed before the deadline. Download the final submitted form.
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Important Question about recruitment (FAQ)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for RRB Section Controller 2026?
Answer: The online application process closes on 14th August 2026 at 23:59 Hrs. The absolute last date to pay the application fee is 16th August 2026.
Q2. What is the salary for the RRB Section Controller post?
Answer: The post falls under Level 6 of the 7th CPC. The initial basic pay is ₹ 35,400 per month, plus other allowances like DA, HRA, and TA as admissible.
Q3. Can final year graduation students apply for this post?
Answer: No, candidates awaiting the final results of their prescribed educational qualification (Graduation) are strictly NOT eligible to apply.
Q4. Is Lasik eye surgery allowed for the Section Controller medical standard?
Answer: No. The medical standard required is A-2. Candidates who have undergone Lasik surgery or any other surgical procedure to correct a refractive error are not eligible and will be disqualified during the medical examination.
Q5. Will there be any negative marking in the exam?
Answer: Yes, there is a negative marking of 1/3rd mark for every incorrect answer in the Single Stage Computer Based Test (CBT). However, there is no negative marking in the Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT).
Q6. How will the final merit list be calculated?
Answer: The final merit list will be drawn only from candidates qualifying in the CBAT. It will be calculated with a 70% weightage given to the marks obtained in the CBT and a 30% weightage given to the marks obtained in the CBAT.
