The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, has released the official notification CEN No. 03/2026 for the recruitment of 119 Section Controller posts. Candidates who are graduates and looking for a railway job can apply online from 15 July 2026 to 14 August 2026.
Interested candidates should read the complete details regarding eligibility, age limit, application fee, salary, selection process, important dates, and online application procedure before applying.
RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Section Controller |
| Total Posts | 119 |
| Advertisement No. | CEN No. 03/2026 |
| Pay Scale | Pay Level-6 (7th CPC) |
| Starting Basic Pay | ₹35,400/- |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 15 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 August 2026 |
RRB Section Controller Vacancy 2026 Details
| Post Name | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Section Controller | 119 |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 33 Years
- Age will be calculated as on 01 July 2026.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a Graduate Degree from a recognized University.
Medical Standard
| Medical Standard | A-2 |
|---|---|
| General Fitness | Physically fit in all respects. |
| Vision Standard | Distant Vision 6/9, 6/9 without glasses. Near Vision Sn 0.6, 0.6 without glasses. Candidates must also pass Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Night Vision and Myopic Vision tests. |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Minorities/Economically Backward Class | ₹250 (Refundable after appearing in CBT, bank charges applicable) |
| All Other Candidates | ₹500 (₹400 refundable after appearing in CBT, bank charges applicable) |
Salary
Selected candidates will receive salary under Pay Level-6 of the 7th CPC with a starting basic pay of ₹35,400/- along with admissible Railway allowances.
How to Apply for RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the official RRB Recruitment Portal.
- Click on the Online Application link.
- Complete the registration process.
- Fill in all personal and educational details carefully.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee through online mode.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.
Important Dates
| Notification Released | July 2026 |
|---|---|
| Starting Date of Online Application | 15 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 August 2026 |
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification (PDF) | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
RRB Helpdesk
- Email: rrb.help@csc.gov.in
- Phone: 9592001188 / 0172-5653333
- Working Hours: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Working Days)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many vacancies are available in RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026?
A total of 119 vacancies have been announced.
2. What is the last date to apply online?
The last date to submit the online application is 14 August 2026.
3. What is the required educational qualification?
Candidates must have a Graduate Degree from a recognized university.
4. What is the salary for Section Controller posts?
The post carries Pay Level-6 with an initial basic pay of ₹35,400/-.
5. What is the age limit?
Applicants should be between 20 and 33 years as on 01 July 2026.