The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released the short notification for RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026 under CEN No. 03/2026. A total of 119 tentative vacancies have been announced for the post of Section Controller across various Zonal Railways. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates seeking a stable and prestigious career in Indian Railways.
RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Post Name | Section Controller |
| Notification No. | CEN 03/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 119 (Tentative) |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Pay Level | Level-6 |
| Basic Pay | ₹35,400 |
| Official Portal | RRB Apply Portal |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notification Release | 23 June 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 15 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 August 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 14 August 2026 |
| Exam Date | To Be Announced |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
RRB Section Controller Vacancy 2026
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Section Controller | 119 |
Detailed zone-wise vacancies will be available in the detailed notification.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a Graduate Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent qualification.
Age Limit (As on 01 July 2026)
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 33 Years |
Age relaxation will be applicable as per Government rules.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / Female / EBC / ESM | ₹250 |
Subject to confirmation in the detailed notification.
RRB Section Controller Salary 2026
Selected candidates will receive salary under Level-6 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
- Basic Pay: ₹35,400
- DA, HRA and other Railway allowances
- Medical Facilities
- Pension Benefits as per rules
- Railway Pass Facilities
RRB Section Controller Selection Process 2026
The selection process is expected to include:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
RRB Section Controller Exam Pattern 2026
CBT (Expected)
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | Arithmetic & Advanced Maths |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | Logical Reasoning |
| General Awareness | Current Affairs & Static GK |
| General Science | Physics, Chemistry, Biology |
Detailed exam pattern will be released with the detailed CEN notification.
RRB Section Controller Syllabus 2026
Mathematics
- Percentage
- Profit & Loss
- Ratio & Proportion
- Time & Work
- SI & CI
- Data Interpretation
- Algebra
- Geometry
Reasoning
- Coding-Decoding
- Blood Relations
- Syllogism
- Seating Arrangement
- Puzzles
- Direction Sense
General Awareness
- Current Affairs
- Indian Railways
- Indian Economy
- Geography
- History
- Polity
- Static GK
General Science
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
How to Apply Online?
- Visit the RRB application portal when applications open.
- Complete registration.
- Fill the online application form.
- Upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page.
