RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026: Notification Out for 119 Vacancies, Apply Online Now!
RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026: The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) under the Ministry of Railways has officially released the detailed Centralised Employment Notification (CEN No. 03/2026) for the recruitment of Section Controllers. A total of 119 vacancies have been announced across various Railway Zones in India.
Eligible and interested candidates holding a Bachelor's Degree can submit their applications online through the official portal from July 15, 2026, to August 14, 2026.
Below you will find all the critical details regarding the RRB Section Controller 2026 notification, including important dates, eligibility criteria, vacancy breakdown, selection process, and salary structures.
RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026 Overview
Recruitment Authority | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
Notification No. | CEN 03/2026 |
Post Name | Section Controller (Traffic Department) |
Total Vacancies | 119 Posts |
Pay Scale | Level-6 (7th CPC) |
Initial Basic Pay | ₹35,400/- per month + Allowances |
Application Mode | Online |
Official Website |
Important Dates
Event | Date |
Detailed Notification Release | July 14, 2026 |
Online Application Starts | July 15, 2026 |
Last Date to Apply Online | August 14, 2026 (11:59 PM) |
Last Date for Fee Payment | August 16, 2026 |
Application Correction Window | August 17 to August 26, 2026 |
Exam Date (CBT) | To Be Announced (TBA) |
RRB Section Controller Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must meet the following mandatory criteria before filling out the online application form:
1. Educational Qualification
Applicants must possess a Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation) in any stream/discipline from a recognized University or Institution.
Note: Candidates awaiting their final semester/year results are not eligible to apply. The qualifying degree must be officially completed on or before August 14, 2026.
2. Age Limit (As of July 1, 2026)
Minimum Age: 20 Years
Maximum Age (UR/EWS): 33 Years
Age Relaxation Norms:
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years (Up to 36 Years)
SC / ST: 5 Years (Up to 38 Years)
Other categories like Ex-Servicemen receive age relaxation as per Central Government norms.
3. Medical Standards (A-2 Classification)
The physical and visual fitness rules for this operational profile are stringent. Candidates must pass the A-2 Medical Classification:
Distant Vision: 6/9, 6/9 without glasses. (No myopic/hypermetropic correction allowed).
Near Vision: Sn. 0.6, 0.6 without glasses.
Must successfully clear specific tests for Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Night Vision, and Myopic Vision.
Zone-Wise Vacancy Breakup 2026
A total of 119 vacancies have been distributed across different regional Railway Recruitment Boards. Notable distributions include:
Ranchi: 14 Posts
Ahmedabad: 11 Posts
Chennai: 9 Posts
Bengaluru: 8 Posts
Kolkata: 8 Posts
Malda: 7 Posts
(The highest approved zone allocation belongs to the East Central Railway corridor with 17 total posts).
Selection Process
The selection process for the Indian Railways Section Controller post involves a multi-stage process designed to assess operational logic and technical capability:
Computer-Based Test (CBT): The primary written exam mapping mathematical aptitude and logical reasoning (which aggregate up to 80% of total score distribution).
Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT): Designed for traffic department assessment profiles.
Document Verification (DV): Authenticating physical academic credentials and category certificates.
Medical Examination: Comprehensive execution of the A-2 medical fit test.
How to Apply Online for RRB Section Controller 2026
Follow these standard steps to complete your registration on the single-window system:
Navigate to the official single-window recruitment portal: rrbapply.gov.in.
Click on the "Apply" button and select "Create an Account".
Fill in your name, valid mobile number, and personal email to receive OTP verifications.
Log into your dashboard and complete your personal, academic, and communication details.
Photo Requirement: Candidates must capture a Live Photograph using a webcam or mobile front camera during the application flow. Pre-existing static passport photos cannot be uploaded.
Upload your digital signature and scanned copy of category certificates (if applicable).
Submit the fixed category application fee online and download the confirmation page for your records.
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