RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026: The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), under the Ministry of Railways, have released a short notification (CEN 03/2026) for the recruitment of Section Controllers. Eligible graduates seeking a promising career within the Indian Railways can apply online for these 119 vacancies distributed across multiple railway zones. This is a golden opportunity to secure a Level-6 position with responsibilities ranging from monitoring train schedules to managing railway safety protocols.
RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization Name | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways |
| Notification No. | CEN No. 03/2026 |
| Post Name | Section Controller |
| No. of Posts | 119 Vacancies |
| Job Category | Railway Jobs (Central Government) |
| Job Location | All India (Various RRB Zones) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 14 August 2026 |
| Official Website | https://indianrailways.gov.in / www.rrbcdg.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Indicative Short Notice Released | 23 June 2026 |
| Detailed Notification Release Date | 14 July 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 15 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 August 2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | To be Announced |
Vacancy Details
The Railway Recruitment Board has approved a total of 119 Section Controller vacancies across various railway zones nationwide. Zone-wise distribution includes Central, Eastern, Northern, and other regional railways for this recruitment cycle.
| Railway Zone | Vacancies |
| Central Railway | 8 |
| East Coast Railway | 6 |
| East Central Railway | 17 |
| Eastern Railway | 7 |
| North Central Railway | 2 |
| North Eastern Railway | 5 |
| Northeast Frontier Railway | 6 |
| Northern Railway | 8 |
| South Central Railway (including SCoR) | 5 |
| South Eastern Railway | 14 |
| Southern Railway | 13 |
| Western Railway | 13 |
| Other Zones | As per detailed notification |
| Total Vacancies | 119 |
Education Details
Candidates must possess a Graduate Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or Institute. Final year students awaiting their results are generally not eligible unless explicitly mentioned in the detailed notification.
Salary
Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Level-6 (7th CPC). The initial basic pay is Rs. 35,400/- per month, exclusive of admissible allowances.
Age Limit & Eligibility
The minimum age to apply is 20 years, and the maximum age is 33 years.
Age Relaxation: Upper age relaxation will be provided to reserved category candidates (SC/ST/OBC/PwD) as per standard government rules.
Nationality
The applicant must be a citizen of India, a subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or meet other specific nationality conditions set by the Government of India.
Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be based on multiple stages:
Computer-Based Test (CBT): A written examination to assess general awareness, reasoning, mathematics, and other subjects.
Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT): To evaluate cognitive and decision-making skills relevant to the Section Controller role.
Document Verification (DV): Verification of all original educational, age, and category certificates.
Medical Examination (MT): Candidates must meet the prescribed ‘A2’ medical standard to ensure fitness for railway operations.
How to Apply
- Visit the official Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) portal for your specific region (e.g., www.rrbcdg.gov.in).
- Navigate to the recruitment section and click on the “New Registration” link for CEN 03/2026.
- Fill in your basic details like name, date of birth, mobile number, and email ID to generate registration credentials via OTP.
- Log in to the application portal using your newly generated registration number and password.
- Complete the detailed application form with your personal, educational, and communication information.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents, including a recent passport-size photograph, signature, educational certificates, and category certificates (if applicable).
- Pay the requisite application fee through the online payment gateway.
- Review all details and submit the application form before 14 August 2026. Save a printed copy for future reference.
Official Links
| RRB Section Controller Short Notification PDF | Click Here |
| RRB Section Controller Apply Online Link | Click Here |




