RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026: The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 03/2026 for the recruitment of Section Controller posts. A total of 119 vacancies have been announced across various Railway Zones in India.
Eligible graduates can submit their online applications from 15 July 2026 to 14 August 2026 through the official RRB website. Selection will be based on a Computer-Based Test (CBT), Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
Candidates seeking a prestigious Central Government railway job should carefully review the eligibility criteria, age limit, salary, selection process, and application procedure before applying.
Details for RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026:
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) |
| Recruitment Notification | CEN No. 03/2026 |
| Post Name | Section Controller |
| Total Vacancies | 119 |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Job Type | Central Government Job |
| Pay Level | Level-6 (7th CPC) |
| Initial Basic Pay | โน35,400/- |
| Educational Qualification | Graduate Degree |
| Age Limit | 20โ33 Years |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Application Starts | 15 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 August 2026 |
| Official Website | Indian Railways / Concerned RRB |
Vacancy Details:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 50 |
| SC | 19 |
| ST | 12 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 29 |
| EWS | 9 |
| Total | 119 |
| Ex-Servicemen (within total) | 5 |
| PwBD (LD) | 0 |
RRB and Zone-Wise Vacancy Table
| RRB | Zone | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total | ExSM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | WR | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 11 | 1 |
| Ajmer | WCR | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Prayagraj | NCR | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Prayagraj | NR | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Bengaluru | SWR | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 8 | 1 |
| Bhopal | WCR | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Bhopal | WR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Bhubaneswar | ECR | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 0 |
| Bilaspur | CR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Bilaspur | SECR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Chandigarh | NR | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| Chennai | SR | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 9 | 1 |
| Gorakhpur | NER | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Guwahati | NFR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Jammu-Srinagar | NR | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kolkata | ER | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Kolkata | SER | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| Malda | ER | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Malda | SER | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Mumbai | CR | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| Mumbai | SCR | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Muzaffarpur | ECR | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Patna | ECR | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| Ranchi | ECR | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 8 | 1 |
| Ranchi | SER | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| Secunderabad | SCR | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| Siliguri | NFR | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | SR | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
Eligibility Criteria:
Nationality
- A citizen of India, or
- A subject of Nepal, or
- A subject of Bhutan, or
- A person of Indian origin who has migrated from specified countries with the intention of permanently settling in India (certificate of eligibility required)
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a Graduate Degree from a recognized University or its equivalent. Candidates awaiting final results of the prescribed qualification are NOT eligible to apply.
Age Limit (as of 01.07.2026):
| Category | Upper Age Limit (DOB not earlier than) | Lower Age Limit (DOB not later than) |
|---|---|---|
| UR & EWS | 02.07.1993 | 01.07.2006 |
| OBC-NCL | 02.07.1990 | 01.07.2006 |
| SC/ST | 02.07.1988 | 01.07.2006 |
The general age band is 20 to 33 years. The date of birth limits above already include community age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC-NCL.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation in Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| OBC-NCL | 3 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (UR/EWS) | 3 Years (after deduction of service length) |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC-NCL) | 6 Years (after deduction of service length) |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) | 8 Years (after deduction of service length) |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
| Serving Group โCโ/erstwhile Group โDโ Railway staff with 3+ years of service (UR/EWS) | Up to 40 years of age |
| Widowed/divorced/judicially separated women, not remarried (UR/EWS) | Up to 35 years of age |
No age relaxation is allowed to SC/ST/OBC-NCL candidates applying against unreserved vacancies. If eligible for relaxation on multiple grounds, the highest applicable relaxation will be given.
Medical Standard
The prescribed medical standard is A-2, requiring distant vision 6/9, 6/9 (without glasses) and near vision Sn 0.6, 0.6 (without glasses), along with normal colour vision, binocular vision, night vision, and myopic vision. Candidates who have undergone LASIK or any other corrective eye surgery are not eligible for this post.
Application Fee:
| Category | Fee | Refund |
|---|---|---|
| All candidates (except concession categories) | Rs. 500 | Rs. 400 refunded on appearing in CBT (minus bank charges) |
| Female / Transgender / Ex-Servicemen / SC / ST / Minority Communities / EBC / PwBD | Rs. 250 | Full amount refunded on appearing in CBT (minus bank charges) |
Fee payment must be made online only (net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI) by 16.08.2026.
Selection Process:
Selection for the post of Section Controller involves the following stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT): Single stage, 120 minutes, 100 questions, with negative marking of 1/3 mark per wrong answer
- Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT): Shortlisting to the extent of 8 times the vacancies; candidates must secure a minimum T-Score of 42 marks in each test battery to qualify; no negative marking
- Document Verification (DV): Shortlisting at a 1:1 ratio of vacancies, based on 70% weightage to CBT and 30% weightage to CBAT
- Medical Examination: As per Medical Standard A-2
CBT Exam Pattern
| Section | Number of Questions |
|---|---|
| Analytical and Mathematical Capability | 60 |
| Logical Capability | 20 |
| Mental Reasoning | 20 |
| Total | 100 (Duration: 120 minutes) |
Minimum Qualifying Marks (CBT)
- UR: 40%
- EWS: 40%
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 30%
- SC: 30%
- ST: 25%
These percentages also apply to Ex-Servicemen candidates as per their community. Qualifying marks may be
How to Apply:
Candidates can apply for RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026 (CEN No. 03/2026) by following the steps below:
- Visit the official website of your chosen Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) or the central application portal when the application link becomes active.
- Click on โCEN No. 03/2026 โ Section Controller Recruitmentโ.
- If you already created an RRB account for any 2024, 2025, or 2026 recruitment, log in using the same credentials. New candidates must first complete the โCreate an Accountโ process.
- Verify your identity using Aadhaar (recommended) to make the recruitment process smoother.
- Fill in the online application form with your personal, educational, and communication details.
- Select only one RRB and your preferred Railway Zone(s). Multiple applications or applications to more than one RRB will be rejected.
- Upload the required documents, including:
- Recent live photograph
- Signature
- Graduation certificate/details
- Category/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen certificate (if applicable)
- Pay the application fee through UPI, Net Banking, Debit Card, or Credit Card.
- Preview all details carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application and download/print the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Dates
| Notification Released | 27 June 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 15 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 16 August 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 17 August โ 26 August 2026 |
| Scribe Details Submission | 27 August โ 31 August 2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | To be announced |
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs โ RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026:
What is the total number of vacancies announced under RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026?
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced 119 vacancies for the post of Section Controller under Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 03/2026.
What are the online application dates for RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026?
The online application process will begin on 15 July 2026, and the last date to submit the online application is 14 August 2026.
What is the educational qualification required for RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must possess a Bachelorโs Degree (Graduate) from a recognized University or equivalent. Candidates awaiting final results are not eligible to apply.
What is the age limit for RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026?
Applicants should be 20 to 33 years of age as on 01 July 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Government rules.
What is the salary of an RRB Section Controller?
Selected candidates will receive an initial basic pay of โน35,400 per month under Pay Level-6 (7th CPC) along with DA, HRA, TA, medical benefits, pension, and other Railway allowances.
What is the application fee for RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026?
General/OBC/EWS: โน500
SC/ST/Female/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Minority/EBC/Transgender: โน250
Eligible candidates who appear in the CBT will receive a refund of the applicable fee after deduction of bank charges.
