RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026, CEN No 03/2026 – Notification Released for 119 Vacancies, Apply Online
RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, have released a new recruitment notification for the post of Section Controller. Through Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 03/2026, a total of 119 vacancies will be filled in different Railway Zones across India.
This recruitment is open to eligible graduates who meet the prescribed educational qualification, age criteria, and medical standards. Interested candidates can submit their online applications from 15 July 2026 through the official RRB website before the closing date.
The recruitment process includes a Computer Based Test (CBT), Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026: Quick Overview
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways |
| Advertisement No. | CEN No. 03/2026 |
| Post Name | Section Controller |
| Total Vacancies | 119 |
| Job Type | Central Government Job |
| Pay Level | Level 6 (7th CPC) |
| Initial Pay | ₹35,400/- per month |
| Medical Standard | A-2 |
| Age Limit | 20 to 33 years |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Application Starts | 15 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 August 2026 |
RRB Section Controller 2026 Vacancy Details
A total of 119 vacancies have been notified for the post of Section Controller under various Railway Recruitment Boards.
- Advertisement No. - CEN No. 03/2026
- Total Vacancies - 119
- Post Name - Section Controller
Category-wise Vacancy Summary
| Category | Vacancies |
| UR | 50 |
| SC | 19 |
| ST | 12 |
| OBC | 29 |
| EWS | 9 |
| Total | 119 |
Post-wise Vacancy Summary
| RRB | Zone | Total Post |
| Ahmedabad | Western Railway (WR) | 11 |
| Ajmer | West Central Railway (WCR) | 1 |
| Prayagraj | North Central Railway (NCR) | 2 |
| Prayagraj | Northern Railway (NR) | 2 |
| Bengaluru | South Western Railway (SWR) | 8 |
| Bhopal | West Central Railway (WCR) | 4 |
| Bhopal | Western Railway (WR) | 2 |
| Bhubaneswar | East Coast Railway (ECoR) | 6 |
| Bilaspur | Central Railway (CR) | 2 |
| Bilaspur | South East Central Railway (SECR) | 2 |
| Chandigarh | Northern Railway (NR) | 6 |
| Chennai | Southern Railway (SR) | 9 |
| Gorakhpur | North Eastern Railway (NER) | 5 |
| Guwahati | Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) | 1 (UR) |
| Jammu–Srinagar | Northern Railway (NR) | 0 |
| Kolkata | Eastern Railway (ER) | 4 |
| Kolkata | South Eastern Railway (SER) | 4 |
| Malda | Eastern Railway (ER) | 3 |
| Malda | South Eastern Railway (SER) | 4 |
| Mumbai | Central Railway (CR) | 6 |
| Mumbai | South Central Railway (SCR) | 0 |
| Muzaffarpur | East Central Railway (ECR) | 3 |
| Patna | East Central Railway (ECR) | 6 |
| Ranchi | East Central Railway (ECR) | 8 |
| Ranchi | South Eastern Railway (SER) | 6 |
| Secunderabad | South Central Railway (SCR) | 5 |
| Siliguri | Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) | 5 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | Southern Railway (SR) | 4 |
| Grand Total | - | 119 |
Post-wise & Category-wise Vacancy Details
| RRB | Zone | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
| Ahmedabad | Western Railway (WR) | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 11 |
| Ajmer | West Central Railway (WCR) | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Prayagraj | North Central Railway (NCR) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Prayagraj | Northern Railway (NR) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Bengaluru | South Western Railway (SWR) | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 8 |
| Bhopal | West Central Railway (WCR) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Bhopal | Western Railway (WR) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Bhubaneswar | East Coast Railway (ECoR) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 6 |
| Bilaspur | Central Railway (CR) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Bilaspur | South East Central Railway (SECR) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Chandigarh | Northern Railway (NR) | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6 |
| Chennai | Southern Railway (SR) | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 9 |
| Gorakhpur | North Eastern Railway (NER) | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| Guwahati | Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Jammu–Srinagar | Northern Railway (NR) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kolkata | Eastern Railway (ER) | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Kolkata | South Eastern Railway (SER) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| Malda | Eastern Railway (ER) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| Malda | South Eastern Railway (SER) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Mumbai | Central Railway (CR) | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Mumbai | South Central Railway (SCR) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Muzaffarpur | East Central Railway (ECR) | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Patna | East Central Railway (ECR) | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| Ranchi | East Central Railway (ECR) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 8 |
| Ranchi | South Eastern Railway (SER) | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Secunderabad | South Central Railway (SCR) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| Siliguri | Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | Southern Railway (SR) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| Grand Total | | 50 | 19 | 12 | 29 | 9 | 119 |
Educational Qualification
- Applicants must possess a Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognized University or Institution on or before 14 August 2026
Age Limit & DOB
- Age is calculated as on 01 July 2026
- Minimum Age : 20 Years (Born On or Before 01 July 2006)
- Maximum Age: 33 Years (Born On or After 02 July 1993)
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation | Born On or After |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years | 02 July 1990 |
| SC/ST | 5 Years | 02 July 1988 |
| PwBD | Up to 15 Years (as applicable) | As per RRB Notification |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government Rules | As per Government Rules |
| Other Eligible Categories | As per RRB Notification | As per RRB Notification |
Salary
Selected candidates will receive:
- Pay Level: Level-6 (7th CPC)
- Initial Basic Pay: ₹35,400/- per month
- Other allowances and benefits will be provided as per Railway rules.
Medical Standard
Applicants must satisfy the following medical requirement:
- Medical Standard: A-2
- Applicants who have undergone LASIK or any refractive eye surgery are not eligible for this post.
- Candidates should ensure they meet the prescribed medical fitness standards before applying.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹500 |
| SC/ST, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Ex-Servicemen, Minority & EBC | ₹250 |
Selection Process
Selection will be conducted through the following stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Important Dates
| Notification Released | 27 June 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 15 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 August 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 16 August 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 17 August to 26 August 2026 |
| Scribe Details Submission | 27 August to 31 August 2026 |
Important Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before filling out the online application:
- Graduation Certificate/Marksheet
- Class 10 Certificate (Date of Birth Proof)
- Recent Passport-size Photograph
- Signature
- Aadhaar Card or other valid ID Proof
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- EWS/OBC/SC/ST Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
How to Apply for RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can follow these steps:
- Visit the official RRB application portal.
- Complete the registration process using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the online application form carefully.
- Upload the required documents, photograph, and signature.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Verify all details before final submission.
- Submit the application form and save a copy for future reference.
Important Web Links To Apply
Important Instructions
- Applications will be accepted only through online mode.
- Only one application can be submitted for one selected RRB.
- Applications must be submitted only through the official online portal.
- Candidates are advised to verify their Aadhaar details before filling out the application form to avoid delays.
- The name and date of birth in Aadhaar should exactly match the details recorded in the Class 10 certificate.
- Keep all required documents ready before beginning the online application process.
- Candidates awaiting final graduation results are not eligible.
- Read the detailed notification carefully before submitting the application.
- Mobile number and email ID should remain active throughout the recruitment process.
FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are available in RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026?
Ans: A total of 119 vacancies have been announced.
Q2. What is the starting date to apply online?
Ans: The online application process begins on 15 July 2026.
Q3. What is the last date to apply?
Ans: The last date to submit the online application is 14 August 2026 (11:59 PM).
Q4. What is the age limit for RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Candidates should be 20 to 33 years of age as on 01 July 2026.
Q5. What is the salary for the Section Controller post?
Ans: Selected candidates will receive an initial basic pay of ₹35,400/- per month under Level-6 of the 7th CPC.
Q6. How can I apply for RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official RRB application portal www.rrbapply.gov.in before the closing date.
Q7. What educational qualification is required?
Ans: Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognized university.
Q8. What are the selection stages?
Ans: The recruitment process includes CBT, CBAT, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
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