RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the notification for Section Controller Recruitment 2026 under CEN 03/2026.
A total of 119 Section Controller posts are available, and eligible candidates can apply online from 15 July 2026 to 14 August 2026.
Railway Recruitment Board has invited online applications for the Section Controller post under CEN 03/2026.
The recruitment is for candidates having a Graduate Degree from a recognized University or its equivalent.
RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | 14 July 2026 |
| Online Apply Start Date | 15 July 2026 |
| Online Apply Last Date | 14 August 2026 at 23:59 PM |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 16 August 2026 |
| Correction Window | 17 – 26 August 2026 |
| Exam Date | Notify Later |
RRB Section Controller Application Fee 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / EBC | ₹250 |
| All Category Female | ₹250 |
After appearing in CBT-I, UR / OBC / EWS candidates are eligible for a ₹400 refund, while SC / ST / PH and Female candidates are eligible for a ₹250 refund.
Payment can be made through Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card or Mobile Wallet.
RRB Section Controller Age Limit 2026
| Age Requirement | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 33 Years |
The age is calculated as on 01 July 2026. Age relaxation is applicable to eligible reserved categories as per Railway rules.
RRB Section Controller Vacancy 2026
| Post Name | Category | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Section Controller | UR | 50 |
| Section Controller | EWS | 09 |
| Section Controller | OBC | 29 |
| Section Controller | SC | 19 |
| Section Controller | ST | 12 |
| Section Controller | Total | 119 |
RRB Section Controller Eligibility 2026
The Section Controller is a Graduate Post with minimum educational qualification of a University Degree or its equivalent.
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Section Controller | Graduate Degree from a recognized University or its equivalent. |
RRB Section Controller Salary 2026
| Post Name | Pay Level | Initial Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Section Controller | Level 6 | ₹35,400 |
The Section Controller post is placed at Level 6 of the 7th CPC with an initial pay of ₹35,400.
RRB Section Controller CBT Exam Pattern 2026
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Analytical and Mathematical Capability | 60 | 60 |
| Logical Capability | 20 | 20 |
| Mental Reasoning | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
The CBT consists of objective-type multiple-choice questions. Each question carries 1 mark and the examination duration is 120 minutes.
The topics listed in the official syllabus are illustrative and are not necessarily exhaustive.
RRB Section Controller Syllabus 2026
The CBT syllabus covers Analytical and Mathematical Capability, Logical Capability and Mental Reasoning.
| Section | Syllabus / Topics |
|---|---|
| Analytical and Mathematical Capability – Mathematics | Number System, Ratio & Proportions, Averages, Percentages, Profit, Loss & Discounts, Time, Speed, Distance, Power & Work, Algebra, Linear Equations, Arithmetic Progression, LCM, HCF, Geometry, Area & Volumes, Probability and Statistics at basic level. |
| Analytical and Mathematical Capability – Data Analysis & Interpretation | Multi-source Data Analysis, examination and analysis of text, tabular data and graphical data, charts, graphs, scatter plots, pie charts, statistical curve distribution, Venn Diagrams, Data Sufficiency and Data Arrangement. |
| Logical Capability – Logical Reasoning | Binary Logic, Syllogism, Clocks & Calendars, Assumptions, Blood Relations, Family Tree and solving logic-based puzzles. |
| Logical Capability – Reading Comprehension | Reading Comprehension passages and questions in English from subjects including History, Society, Literature, Science, Environment, Abstract topics, Mythology, Technology and Culture. Questions may cover Main Idea, Supporting Idea, Application, Logical Structure and Style. |
| Mental Reasoning | Analogy, Series Completion, Coding-Decoding, Ranking and Arrangements based problems. |
RRB Section Controller CBAT 2026
Candidates equal to 8 times the number of vacancies will be selected from each community for the CBAT based on their performance in the CBT.
Shortlisted candidates must produce the Vision Certificate in the prescribed format in original during CBAT. Candidates failing to produce the required certificate will not be permitted to appear in the CBAT.
| CBAT Details | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Language | Questions and answer options are available in English and Hindi. |
| Qualifying Marks | Minimum T-Score of 42 marks in each test battery. |
| Category Relaxation | No relaxation in the minimum T-Score is permissible. |
| Negative Marking | No negative marking. |
| Qualifying Requirement | Candidates must qualify in each test battery. |
| CBT Weightage | 70% |
| CBAT Weightage | 30% |
RRB Section Controller Selection Process 2026
The selection process consists of the Computer Based Test (CBT), Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), Document Verification and Medical Examination.
How To Fill RRB Section Controller Online Form 2026
- Visit the official RRB website.
- Open the CEN 03/2026 Section Controller recruitment link.
- Read the official notification carefully before applying.
- Complete the online registration and application form.
- Enter the required personal, educational and other details.
- Upload the required documents and photograph/signature as instructed.
- Pay the applicable application fee.
- Submit the application before 14 August 2026 at 23:59 PM.
Important Instructions
- Check the eligibility requirements before submitting the application.
- Verify all personal and educational details before final submission.
- Keep the submitted application form and payment details for future reference.
RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions
The information on this page is based on the RRB Section Controller CEN 03/2026 notification. Candidates should verify dates, eligibility, examination requirements and other conditions from the official notification.
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