Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released a short notification for the recruitment of Section Controller posts under Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 03/2026. Candidates possessing a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university will be eligible to apply online. Interested applicants should read the detailed notification before submitting the application form. A total of 119 tentative vacancies have been announced across various Railway Zones.
RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026 Overview
Particulars
Details
Organization Name
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Post Name
Section Controller
CEN Number
03/2026
Total Vacancies
119 Posts
Application Mode
Online
Job Location
Across India
Category
Syllabus
Qualification
Graduate
Selection Process
CBT, CBAT, Document Verification, Medical Examination
Official Website
Indian Railways / RRB
Important Dates
Event
Date
Short Notification Release Date
23 June 2026
Online Application Start Date
15 July 2026
Last Date to Apply Online
14 August 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment
14 August 2026
Application Correction Window
To Be Notified
Exam Date
To Be Notified
Admit Card Release Date
Before Examination
Result Date
To Be Notified
Application Fee
Category
Fee
General / OBC / EWS
₹500/-
SC / ST
₹250/-
PwBD Candidates
₹250/-
Payment Mode
Debit Card
Credit Card
Net Banking
UPI
Online Payment Gateway
Age Limit (As on 01 July 2026)
Criteria
Age
Minimum Age
20 Years
Maximum Age
33 Years
Age Relaxation
OBC: 3 Years
SC / ST: 5 Years
PwBD: As Per Government Rules
Vacancy Details
Post Name
Total Posts
Section Controller
119 Posts
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University.
Candidates should fulfill all eligibility conditions mentioned in the detailed notification.
Additional eligibility requirements will be available in the full notification.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
Computer Based Test (CBT)
Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
Document Verification
Medical Examination
Final Merit List
Salary Details
Post Name
Pay Level
Section Controller
Level-6
Salary
₹35,400/- per month (Initial Basic Pay) plus DA, HRA, Transport Allowance and other benefits as per Railway rules.
Job Profile
A Section Controller is responsible for monitoring and controlling train operations within a designated railway section. The role includes:
Monitoring train movement.
Ensuring smooth railway operations.
Managing train schedules.
Coordinating with station masters and control offices.
