The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) under the Ministry of Railways have released the RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026 Short Notification (CEN No. 03/2026) for the recruitment of 119 Section Controller posts across various Railway Zones in India. This recruitment presents an excellent opportunity for graduates who wish to secure a prestigious Central Government job in Indian Railways.

According to the short notification, the online application process is expected to begin from 15 July 2026, while the last date to submit the application form is 14 August 2026 (11:59 PM). The selection process will include a Computer-Based Test (CBT) followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination.

Candidates interested in applying are advised to carefully read the official notification before filling out the online application form.

Key Dates to Remember:

RRB Section Controller Vacancy 2026

A total of 119 vacancies have been announced across different Railway Zones.

Zone-wise Vacancy Details

Educational Qualification

Candidates should possess:

• Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline
• Degree must be obtained from a recognized University or Institution.

Candidates are advised to refer to the detailed notification for any additional eligibility conditions.

Age Limit

As on 01 July 2026

Age Relaxation

Age relaxation will be applicable as per Government of India and Railway Recruitment Board rules for reserved categories.

Medical Standard

Applicants must satisfy the following medical requirement:

• Medical Category: A-2

Candidates must be medically fit as prescribed by Indian Railways.

Salary Details

Selected candidates will receive salary under:

• Pay Level-6 (7th CPC)

Initial Basic Pay

₹35,400 per month

In addition to the basic pay, employees will receive:

• Dearness Allowance (DA)
• House Rent Allowance (HRA)
• Transport Allowance
• Medical Benefits
• Railway Pass Facilities
• Pension Benefits
• Other Government Allowances

Simple Steps to Apply Online:

Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:

1. Visit the official Railway Recruitment Board website.
2. Open the CEN 03/2026 Section Controller Recruitment link.
3. Complete the registration using a valid email ID and mobile number.
4. Log in using the generated credentials.
5. Fill in personal, educational, and communication details.
6. Upload the required documents.
7. Pay the application fee through online mode (if applicable).
8. Verify all details carefully.
9. Submit the application form.
10. Download and print the final application form for future reference.

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