RRB Recruitment 2026: 119 Openings for Section Controller Positions
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) are seeking to fill 119 Section Controller roles through the Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 03/2026. Graduates aged between 20 and 33 years as of 01 July 2026 are encouraged to submit their applications online, with the application period running from 15 July 2026 to 14 August 2026.
The RRB has made available CEN No. 03/2026, calling for eligible individuals to apply for these positions across various Zonal Railways of Indian Railways. Interested graduates within the specified age range should take note of the application dates and requirements.
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Key Highlights of RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), Ministry of Railways |
| Notification No. | CEN No. 03/2026 |
| Post Name | Section Controller |
| Total Vacancies | 119 |
| Pay Level | Level 6 (7th CPC), Initial Pay Rs. 35,400 |
| Educational Qualification | Graduate Degree from a recognized University or equivalent |
| Age Limit | 20 to 33 Years (as on 01.07.2026) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Dates | 15.07.2026 to 14.08.2026 |
| Selection Process | CBT, CBAT, Document Verification, Medical Examination |
Important Dates for RRB CEN 03/2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Indicative Notice | 27 June 2026 |
| Opening date of online application | 15 July 2026 (00:00 Hrs) |
| Closing date of online application | 14 August 2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Last date for fee payment | 16 August 2026 (Sunday) |
| Application modification window | 17 August 2026 to 26 August 2026 |
| Scribe details submission window | 27 August 2026 to 31 August 2026 |
Dates concerning the Computer Based Test (CBT) and subsequent assessments will be unveiled later on the corresponding official RRB websites.
Vacancy Breakdown for RRB Section Controller 2026
The notification specifies a total of 119 vacancies for the Section Controller role at Level 6 of the 7th CPC, distributed among 27 RRB Zones, detailed below:
| 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 |
Zone-Wise Vacancy Distribution for RRB Section Controller
| 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 |
| Total | 50 | 19 | 12 | 29 | 9 | 119 | 5 |
Please be aware that these vacancies are provisional and may vary according to the requirements of the Railway Administration.
Eligibility Criteria for RRB Section Controller 2026
Nationality
Applicants must either be citizens of India, subjects of Nepal or Bhutan, or individuals of Indian origin from specified countries intending to settle permanently in India (certificates are required).
Educational Requirement
Candidates need to possess a Graduate Degree from a recognized University or an equivalent qualification. Those awaiting results of their educational qualifications are ineligible to apply.
Age Limit (as on 01 July 2026)
| Category | Upper Age Limit (DOB not earlier than) | Lower Age Limit (DOB not later than) |
|---|---|---|
| UR & EWS | 02 July 1993 | 01 July 2006 |
| OBC-NCL | 02 July 1990 | 01 July 2006 |
| SC/ST | 02 July 1988 | 01 July 2006 |
The general age range for applicants is set between 20 and 33 years, with the stipulated birth date limits inclusive of the community-based age relaxations for SC/ST/OBC-NCL categories.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation in Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| OBC-NCL | 3 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (UR/EWS) | 3 Years (after service length deduction) |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC-NCL) | 6 Years (upon service length deduction) |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) | 8 Years (after service length deduction) |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
| Serving Group 'C'/erstwhile Group 'D' Railway staff with 3+ years 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 relaxation in age will be provided to SC/ST/OBC-NCL candidates who apply for unreserved vacancies. In instances where multiple eligibility factors apply, candidates will receive the highest applicable relaxation.
Medical Standards
The required medical standard for applicants is classified as A-2, necessitating distant vision of 6/9, 6/9 (without glasses) and near vision Sn 0.6, 0.6 (without glasses), along with normal color vision, binocular vision, night vision, and myopic vision. Candidates who have undergone Lasik or any other corrective eye surgery are not eligible for this position.
Salary for RRB Section Controller 2026
The Section Controller position is categorized under Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC), offering an initial basic salary of Rs. 35,400 per month. Additional details regarding allowances (DA, HRA, TA, etc.) are not provided in the notification.
Application Fees for RRB Section Controller 2026
| Category | Fee | Refund |
|---|---|---|
| All candidates (except concession categories) | Rs. 500 | Rs. 400 returned upon participating in CBT (minus bank charges) |
| Female / Transgender / Ex-Servicemen / SC / ST / Minority Communities / EBC / PwBD | Rs. 250 | Full amount refunded upon participating in CBT (minus bank charges) |
Payments for the application fee must be made online through net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI by 16 August 2026.
Selection Procedure for RRB Section Controller 2026
The recruitment process for Section Controller includes multiple stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT): Single stage comprising 120 minutes, 100 questions, with a negative marking scheme of 1/3 mark deducted for each incorrect answer.
- Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT): Candidates will be shortlisted to a maximum of 8 times the number of vacancies, requiring a minimum T-Score of 42 marks in each test battery to qualify; this stage has no negative marking.
- Document Verification (DV): Conducted at a 1:1 ratio based on a weighted scoring of 70% from CBT and 30% from CBAT.
- Medical Examination: In accordance with 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)
| Category | Minimum Percentage |
|---|---|
| UR | 40% |
| EWS | 40% |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 30% |
| SC | 30% |
| ST | 25% |
The qualifying marks apply to Ex-Servicemen candidates based on their category as well. PwBD candidates may receive a relaxation of up to 2 marks in case of a shortage of candidates for reserved vacancies.
Required Documents for RRB Section Controller Application
- Scanned signature (JPG/JPEG format)
- SC/ST certificate in PDF format (only for candidates applying for a free train travel pass)
- Educational qualification certificates (to be presented in original at Document Verification)
- Community certificates (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS, as applicable, in prescribed formats)
- Medical/Vision certificate as per Annexure VI or VI-A (to be provided at the CBAT stage)
- Valid original Photo ID (options: Voter ID, Aadhaar, Driving Licence, PAN, Passport, employer ID, or student ID)
Steps to Apply for RRB Section Controller 2026
- Visit the official website of your selected RRB (links provided below).
- Click on the application link for CEN 03/2026 and create an account (note that details cannot be modified later, including mobile number and email).
- Verify your identity using DigiLocker or Aadhaar during the account setup (highly recommended).
- Log in and complete the online application form with personal, educational, and categorical information.
- Capture a live photograph through a webcam or mobile device per specifications (previously taken photos are not acceptable).
- Upload a scanned signature (JPG/JPEG, 30–49 KB) and the SC/ST certificate if applicable (PDF, under 400 KB).
- Select your RRB and Railway Zone preferences (this choice is final and cannot be altered later).
- Pay the examination fee online.
- Submit the application and save the confirmation for future reference.
Applicants are permitted to apply to only one RRB. Submissions to multiple RRBs will result in all applications being rejected and the candidate disqualified.
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Important Instructions
- Candidates awaiting final results of their qualifying degree cannot submit an application.
- Modification of application (other than account creation details and chosen RRB) is allowed from 17 August 2026 to 26 August 2026, with a fee of Rs. 250.
- Examination center allocations for CBT/CBAT depend on technical and logistical feasibility, and requests for changes to exam centers are not accepted.
- Banned items in the examination hall include mobile phones, watches, calculators, pens, bags, and other electronic devices.
- Free Sleeper Class Railway Pass is available only to SC/ST candidates upon request.
- Candidates should frequently check the official RRB website for updates on CBT/CBAT dates and e-call letter downloads.
Official RRB Websites
| RRB | Website |
|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | www.rrbahmedabad.gov.in |
| Ajmer | www.rrbajmer.gov.in |
| Prayagraj | www.rrbald.gov.in |
| Bengaluru | www.rrbbnc.gov.in |
| Bhopal | www.rrbbhopal.gov.in |
| Bhubaneswar | www.rrbbbs.gov.in |
| Bilaspur | www.rrbbilaspur.gov.in |
| Chandigarh | www.rrbcdg.gov.in |
| Chennai | www.rrbchennai.gov.in |
| Gorakhpur | www.rrbgkp.gov.in |
| Guwahati | www.rrbguwahati.gov.in |
| Jammu-Srinagar | www.rrbjammu.nic.in |
| Kolkata | www.rrbkolkata.gov.in |
| Malda | www.rrbmalda.gov.in |
| Mumbai | www.rrbmumbai.gov.in |
| Muzaffarpur | www.rrbmuzaffarpur.gov.in |
| Patna | www.rrbpatna.gov.in |
| Ranchi | www.rrbranchi.gov.in |
| Secunderabad | www.rrbsecunderabad.gov.in |
| Siliguri | www.rrbsiliguri.gov.in |
| Thiruvananthapuram | www.rrbthiruvananthapuram.gov.in |
Important Links for RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026
- Application Link: Click Here
- Official Notification PDF: Click Here
- Short Notification PDF: Click Here
- Official Website: Click Here
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the total number of vacancies in RRB CEN 03/2026?
There are 119 vacancies available for the position of Section Controller across different RRBs and Railway Zones.
What is the qualification required for RRB Section Controller?
Applicants must possess a Graduate Degree from a recognized University or an equivalent qualification.
What is the age limit for RRB Section Controller 2026?
Candidates must be aged between 20 and 33 years as of 01 July 2026, with applicable age relaxations for SC/ST, OBC-NCL, Ex-Servicemen, and PwBD categories.
What is the salary of RRB Section Controller?
The position offers a pay scale of Level 6 (7th CPC), with an initial salary of Rs. 35,400 per month.
What is the last date to apply for RRB CEN 03/2026?
The online application period concludes on 14 August 2026 (23:59 Hrs).
What is the selection process for RRB Section Controller?
The selection will include a Computer Based Test (CBT), Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), Document Verification, and a Medical Examination.
Is there negative marking in the RRB Section Controller CBT?
Yes, there is a deduction of 1/3 mark for each incorrect answer in the CBT, while there is no negative marking in the CBAT.
Conclusion
The RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026 presents a significant opportunity for eligible candidates to secure a position within the Indian Railways. With 119 vacancies available and defined eligibility criteria, interested individuals should prepare their applications accordingly. Keeping track of the important dates and adhering to the application process will be key to ensuring a successful application.