RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026: 119 Posts, Apply by Aug 14

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the Section Controller Recruitment 2026 notification for 119 vacancies under CEN 03/2026. The recruitment is open to eligible graduate candidates.

The online application process started on July 15, 2026, and the application deadline was August 14, 2026. As of today, August 27, the application window has closed. Candidates who applied can wait for the recruitment exam schedule and further updates.

RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026: Key Details

RRB Section Controller Vacancy 2026

The recruitment drive has announced 119 Section Controller posts across the participating railway zones. The post falls under Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission, with an initial basic pay of INR 35,400.

RRB Section Controller Eligibility 2026

Candidates must meet the prescribed educational and age requirements to be considered for the post.

• Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree from a recognised university.
• The prescribed age range is 20 to 33 years.
• The age will be calculated as on July 1, 2026.
• Reserved category candidates will receive age relaxation according to government rules.

RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

RRB Section Controller Application Fee

Candidates should note that the applicable fee and refund conditions are governed by the recruitment notification.

RRB Section Controller Selection Process

The selection process will include multiple stages:

• Computer-Based Test (CBT)
• Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
• Document Verification
• Medical Examination

Candidates who qualify the CBT will be shortlisted for the CBAT as per the prescribed criteria. Those who clear the required stages will proceed to document verification and medical examination.

What Happens After RRB Section Controller Application?

Since the application window closed on August 14, candidates who successfully submitted their forms should now focus on the upcoming recruitment stages.

• Check the application status when released.
• Wait for the CBT schedule.
• Download the city intimation slip when available.
• Download the e-call letter before the examination.
• Appear for the CBT as per the allotted schedule.
• Candidates qualifying the CBT will proceed to the next stage.

RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026 FAQs