RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026 — 119 Posts Notice Out, Apply Before August 14

RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026 is officially out for 119 posts. Graduates can apply online at rrbapply.gov.in starting July 15 before the deadline on August 14, 2026.

RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026 — Overview

Detail	Information
Organization	Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
Post Name	Section Controller
Total Posts	119
Job Category	Group C
Job Location	All India (Zone-wise)
Pay Scale	Pay Level 6
In-Hand Salary	Rs 55,000 — Rs 62,000 per month (approx)
Apply Mode	Online at rrbapply.gov.in
Start Date	July 15, 2026
Last Date	⚠️ August 14, 2026
Fee — General/OBC	Rs 500 (Rs 400 refundable)
Fee — SC/ST/Women	Rs 250 (Fully refundable)
Fee — PwD	Rs 250 (Fully refundable)
Age Limit	20 — 33 years
Qualification	Graduation in any stream
Selection Process	CBT, CBAT, Document Verification, Medical Test
Official Website	rrbapply.gov.in

Read below for eligibility, how to apply, and step by step guide.

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​RRB Section Controller 2026 — Important Dates

​Do not miss these dates. Missing even one can cost you this opportunity.

Event	Date
Indicative Notice Released	June 27, 2026
Detailed Notification	Mid-July 2026
Apply Start Date	July 15, 2026
Last Date to Apply	August 14, 2026 (23:59 hrs)
Fee Payment Last Date	August 14, 2026
Admit Card	To Be Announced
CBT Exam Date	To Be Announced
Result	To Be Announced

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​RRB Section Controller 2026 — Total Vacancy

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​The board has approved 119 vacancies across 15 different railway zones. Check your preferred zone below. 

Railway Zone	Vacancies
East Central Railway	17
South Eastern Railway	14
Southern Railway	13
Western Railway	13
Central Railway	8
Northern Railway	8
South Western Railway	8
Eastern Railway	7
East Coast Railway	6
Northeast Frontier Railway	6
North Eastern Railway	5
South Central Railway	5
West Central Railway	5
North Central Railway	2
South East Central Railway	2
Total	119

RRB Section Controller 2026 — Eligibility Criteria

​Nationality

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​You must be an Indian citizen. Candidates from Nepal and Bhutan can also apply for this railway post.

​Age Limit

Category	Age
Minimum Age	20 years
Maximum Age	33 years
SC/ST	5 years extra
OBC (Non-Creamy)	3 years extra
PwD	10 years extra
Ex-Servicemen	As per rules
Govt Employees	Up to 40 years

Your age is calculated as on July 1, 2026. Your Class 10 certificate is the only accepted proof of date of birth.

Calculate your age by using our Age Calculator

​Educational Qualification

​You need a graduation degree to apply. This means BA, B.Com, B.Sc, B.Tech — any stream from any recognized college. The subject of your degree does not matter. Final year students are not eligible to apply.

​Other Requirements

​You must pass the strict A-2 medical standard test. Your eyesight must be perfect with or without glasses. Color blindness is not allowed.

​Your identity details must match your Class 10 certificate exactly. Fix any spelling mistakes in your name or date of birth before applying. Ensure your biometrics and photos are updated.

​✅ TIP: Keep graduation marksheet, Class 10 certificate, category certificate, and ID ready before you start the form.

​✅ Am I eligible? Quick Check:

→ Do you have a graduation degree? — YES / NO

→ Is your age between 20 and 33 years? — YES / NO

→ Do your ID details match your 10th certificate exactly? — YES / NO

→ Do you meet the A-2 medical standard? — YES / NO

​All YES? You can apply.

​Application Fee

Category	Fee
General / OBC	Rs 500
SC / ST	Rs 250
PwD / Ex-Servicemen / Women	Rs 250

Pay online using UPI, Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking. The railway board refunds Rs 400 to General/OBC candidates and Rs 250 to reserved candidates after they appear in the CBT exam.

​Selection Process for RRB Section Controller 2026

​Stage 1 — Computer Based Test (CBT)

A written test covering Mathematics, Logical Reasoning, and General Awareness. Duration is 2 hours. There is a negative marking of 1/3 mark for every wrong answer. High scorers move to the next round.

​Stage 2 — Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)

Shortlisted candidates take this psychological and aptitude test. It checks your mental readiness for managing train operations. There is no negative marking here.

​Stage 3 — Document Verification

Show original documents to the railway board. This includes educational certificates, category proofs, and ID.

​Stage 4 — Medical Examination

You must pass the strict A-2 medical test at railway hospitals. Vision checks are highly critical for this specific post.

​ℹ️ NOTE: You must pass the CBAT aptitude test. It is qualifying in nature, and failing it means immediate disqualification from the entire recruitment process.

​RRB Section Controller Salary 2026

​Pay Scale: Rs 35,400 — Rs 1,12,400 per month (Pay Level 6)

​What you get every month (approx):

• ​Basic Pay: Rs 35,400

• ​DA at current rate: Rs 17,700
• ​HRA (depends on city): Rs 3,186 — Rs 9,558
• ​Transport Allowance: Rs 2,500
• ​Total Gross: Rs 62,000 approx
• ​After deductions (NPS, tax): Rs 6,000 — Rs 7,000

​In-hand salary: approximately Rs 55,000 to Rs 62,000 per month.

​Other benefits: Annual increment, railway quarters, free medical care for family, free train passes, and extreme job security.

​How to Apply for RRB Section Controller 2026

​Step 1 — Go to the official portal rrbapply.gov.in

Step 2 — Create an account and complete your basic registration

Step 3 — Fill in your personal details and educational qualifications

Step 4 — Upload a recent passport photo and your signature

Step 5 — Pay the application fee online

Step 6 — Submit the form and download the confirmation page

​⚠️ LAST DATE: August 14, 2026. Only 52 days left. Apply today — do not wait for last day.

​Documents to keep ready:

• ​Passport photo with white background (JPG format)
• ​Signature on white paper (JPG format)
• ​Class 10 certificate for age proof
• ​Graduation degree and marksheets
• ​Category certificate (if applicable)
• ​Valid Government ID

RRB Section Controller 2026 — FAQs

🔗 IMPORTANT LINKS

Document / Action	Link
Official Notification	Download
Apply Online	Apply Here
Admit Card	Pending
Result	Pending