Railway RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) under the Ministry of Railways have issued an official indicative notice for the recruitment of Section Controllers across various zones of Indian Railways under Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 03/2026. This drive targets a total of 119 approved vacancies in Pay Level 6. The detailed notification containing comprehensive guidelines, regional allocations, and explicit instructions will be published on July 14, 2026. The online application link is scheduled to open on July 15, 2026, and close on August 14, 2026. Eligible graduates within the age group of 20 to 33 years can register through the official centralized registration portal.
119
Total Posts
Level 6 Pay Matrix with an initial basic pay of ₹35,400 per month plus standard allowances (DA, HRA, Transport allowances)
Salary
20–33
Age (yrs)
All India
Location
Timeline
23 Jun 2026
Published across primary regional RRB websites and employment news layouts
14 Jul 2026
Will activate comprehensive structural data mappings
15 Jul 2026
Registration wizard launches on the official centralized portal
14 Aug 2026
Closes at 23:59 hours
This is the latest stage announced so far — check the Updates tab for what's next.
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About This Notification
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have announced a dynamic job opportunity for qualified graduates through the RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026. Working as a Section Controller requires high efficiency, as it involves real-time train movement monitoring, safety management, and continuous coordination with station masters across specific operational sections.
- Total Approved Vacancies: 119 positions distributed across 21 participating regional Railway Recruitment Board zones.
- Zonal Highlight: East Central Railway currently holds the highest number of approved vacancies with 17 posts.
- Critical Medical Requirement: Candidates must strictly satisfy the A-2 Medical Standard to ensure suitability for this safety-critical operational profile.
Aspirants can access online application setups dynamically upon the portal's activation on July 15, 2026.
Key Details
Organization
Railway Recruitment Boards
Department
Ministry of Railways, Government of India
Exam Name
RRB Section Controller Examination 2026 (CEN 03/2026)
Total Posts
119
Job Location
All India
Selection Process
Stage 1: Computer-Based Test (CBT) → Stage 2: Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) → Stage 3: Document Verification (DV) → Stage 4: Comprehensive Medical Examination (A-2 Standard)
Official Website
https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality Requirements
Must be a citizen of India, a subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or an eligible person of Indian origin matching specified migration migration metrics.
Medical Sufficiency
Strict adherence to A-2 medical standards. Clear distance/near vision metrics without glasses apply, alongside perfect color, binocular, and night vision.
Educational Qualification
- Educational Degree: Must possess a Bachelor's Degree / Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University or Institute.
- Status Rule: Final year students awaiting their final result sets are ineligible to apply unless specifically permitted under special clauses in the full notice.
Age Limit
General Category: 20–33 years
- Age Calculation Base Date: Calculated officially as of July 1, 2026.
- SC / ST Candidates: Standard 5 years relaxation applied to the upper age limit.
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Candidates: Standard 3 years relaxation applied to the upper age bound.
- Ex-Servicemen & Special Categories: Relaxations as per standard Government of India directives detailed in the full CEN document.
Important Dates
Short Indicative Notice Released
23 Jun 2026
Published across primary regional RRB websites and employment news layouts
Detailed Notification (CEN 03/2026) Publication Date
14 Jul 2026
Will activate comprehensive structural data mappings
Online Application Opening Date
15 Jul 2026
Registration wizard launches on the official centralized portal
Online Application Submission Deadline
14 Aug 2026
Closes at 23:59 hours
Computer Based Test (CBT) Schedule
—
To be announced officially by the board post data segregation
| Event | Date | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ✓Short Indicative Notice Released | 23 Jun 2026 | Published across primary regional RRB websites and employment news layouts |
| ✓Detailed Notification (CEN 03/2026) Publication Date | 14 Jul 2026 | Will activate comprehensive structural data mappings |
| ✓Online Application Opening Date | 15 Jul 2026 | Registration wizard launches on the official centralized portal |
| ✓Online Application Submission Deadline | 14 Aug 2026 | Closes at 23:59 hours |
| Computer Based Test (CBT) Schedule | — | To be announced officially by the board post data segregation |
Vacancy Breakup — Total: 119
Section Controller (CEN 03/2026)
119Pay Scale: Level 6 Pay Matrix
| Post Name | Total | GEN | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | PH | Female | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section Controller (CEN 03/2026) | 119 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Level 6 Pay Matrix |
Application Fee
Payment Mode: Online via Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI
A partial refund amount of ₹400 is safely processed back to the candidate's account post appearing in the first-stage CBT.
Computer Based Test (CBT) — Exam Pattern
Analytical & Mathematical Capability, Logical Capability, and Mental Reasoning
Questions
100
Marks
100
Duration
120 min
Negative
0.33
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Analytical & Mathematical Capability, Logical Capability, and Mental Reasoning | 100 | 100 | 120 min | 0.33 | online |
1/3 mark deducted for each wrong objective choice. Standard normalization algorithms apply.
Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) — Exam Pattern
Job-Specific Psychometric Aptitude Test Batteries
Negative
0
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Job-Specific Psychometric Aptitude Test Batteries | — | — | — | 0 | online |
Shortlisted at 8 times the vacancy scale. Candidates must score a minimum T-score of 42 in each test battery to qualify. Final weightage structure stands at 70% CBT score + 30% CBAT score.
Step 1: Access Central Application Hub
Navigate your web browser directly to rrbapply.gov.in or click through the recruitment node available on your regional RRB portal.
Step 2: Initiate New Registration Setup
Click the 'New Registration' option layout and feed in primary text blocks including candidate full name, parental definitions, date of birth, mobile connection links, and active email strings.
Step 3: Validate Dynamic OTP Frameworks
Retrieve the dynamic validation keys dispatched simultaneously to your phone connection and mailbox link and paste them into the system verification fields.
Step 4: Fill Details & Upload Media Files
Log back into the dashboard via your newly formulated profile credentials. Complete standard structural fields tracking academic history parameters and attach required image attachments safely.
Step 5: Execute Examination Fee Payment
Select your corresponding payment gateway to discharge your categorical fee (₹500 or ₹250) via standard internet channels.
Step 6: Download Receipt Summaries
Lock out your completed entry form configuration and print clear copies of the system receipt outputs.
Latest Updates
23 Jun
2026
🔔 Indicative Vacancy Notice Formally Distributed
The short notification for CEN 03/2026 has been successfully posted. The online system application link will become live for submission tasks starting July 15, 2026.
Verify Indicative NoticeAbout the Section Controller Profile & Training
A Section Controller is an essential link in managing rail traffic safety across specified lines. Upon final select list execution, appointed individuals undergo a mandatory 12-month structured training regime. This includes 6 months of comprehensive classroom orientation alongside 6 months of rigorous on-the-job training modules, followed by a mandatory final psychometric assessment.
Document Checklist for Form Submission
Candidates must carefully align digital copies of the following documents before launching registration tracks:
- High-resolution recent color passport size photograph.
- Clean scanned signature sample on plain white background.
- Graduation Degree Certificate / Provisional passing copy.
- Aadhaar Card (both sides required for authentication mapping).
- Valid Category / Caste certificate for concession claiming (SC/ST/OBC-NCL).
