Short Detail:
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways has released the exam schedule for Section Controller Vacancy 2026 under CEN 03/2026. The CBT will be held on 12–13 October 2026 for the recruitment of 119 Section Controller posts. Applicants can check their exam city 10 days before the test and download the admit card 4 days before the exam. Full details about dates, fees, eligibility, age limit, salary, and the selection process are given below.
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways
RRB Section Controller Vacancy 2026 Exam Date
Advt No.: CEN 03/2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Indicative Notice Date | 27/06/2026 |
| Application Start Date | 15/07/2026 (00:00 Hrs) |
| Last Date To Apply | 14/08/2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Last Date Of Fee Payment | 16/08/2026 |
| Form Correction Window | 17/08/2026 to 26/08/2026 |
| Scribe Details Submission | 27/08/2026 to 31/08/2026 |
| Exam City Details | 10 Days Before Exam |
| Admit Card Date | 4 Days Before Exam |
| Exam Date | 12–13/10/2026 |
Application Fees
| Category | Application Fees |
|---|---|
| Gen / OBC / EWS | ₹500/- |
| Female / Transgender / Ex-Servicemen / SC / ST / Minority / EBC / PwBD | ₹250/- |
Note: Pay the fee online through Internet Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI. Candidates paying ₹500 will receive ₹400 back after appearing in CBT. Candidates paying ₹250 will receive the full amount back after appearing in CBT.
Section Controller Vacancy 2026 Age Limit
Age As On Date: 01/07/2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 33 Years |
| Remarks | Reserved categories get age relaxation under RRB CEN 03/2026 rules. |
Age Relaxation
| Category / Community | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen after service deduction | UR/EWS: 3 Years; OBC-NCL: 6 Years; SC/ST: 8 Years |
| Railway Group C/D Staff with at least 3 years of service | UR/EWS: Up to 40 Years; OBC-NCL: Up to 43 Years; SC/ST: Up to 45 Years |
| PwBD | UR/EWS: 10 Years; OBC-NCL: 13 Years; SC/ST: 15 Years |
| Quasi-Administrative Railway Staff | Service period or 5 Years, whichever is less |
| Widowed / Divorced / Judicially Separated Women who have not remarried | UR/EWS: Up to 35 Years; OBC-NCL: Up to 38 Years; SC/ST: Up to 40 Years |
RRB Section Controller Vacancy 2026
Total Posts: 119
| Category | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| UR | 50 |
| SC | 19 |
| ST | 12 |
| OBC | 29 |
| EWS | 09 |
| Total | 119 |
Eligibility Details
- Candidates need a Bachelor’s Degree in any stream or an equivalent qualification from a recognized university or institute.
- The required qualification must have been completed by 14/08/2026.
- Candidates waiting for their final qualifying result were not eligible to apply.
- If the degree or certificate was issued after the closing date, a consolidated marks sheet showing the final result date is required.
Section Controller: Salary Details
| Pay Level | Initial Pay |
|---|---|
| Level 6 (7th CPC) | ₹35,400/- |
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Section Controller Vacancy 2026: Selection Procedure & Exam Pattern
Selection Stages
- Single Stage Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination under A-2 Medical Standard
CBT Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions |
|---|---|
| Analytical and Mathematical Capability | 60 |
| Logical Capability | 20 |
| Mental Reasoning | 20 |
| Total | 100 |
- Duration: 120 minutes
- Question Type: Objective Multiple Choice Questions
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark for each wrong answer
- Scores will be normalized when CBT is held in multiple shifts.
- The question paper will be available in English, Hindi, and 13 regional languages.
CBT Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 40% |
| OBC (NCL) | 30% |
| SC | 30% |
| ST | 25% |
| PwBD | May be relaxed by up to 2 marks if required |
CBAT and Final Merit
- Candidates will be shortlisted for CBAT up to 8 times the number of vacancies, community-wise.
- CBAT will be available only in English and Hindi. It has no negative marking.
- A minimum T-Score of 42 is required in every test battery. No relaxation applies.
- Candidates must bring the original Vision Certificate during CBAT.
- Final merit gives 70% weight to CBT and 30% weight to CBAT.
- DV calls will be equal to the number of vacancies. Candidates need original documents and two self-attested photocopy sets.
- Tie rule: The older candidate ranks higher. If age is equal, the given name is considered in alphabetical order.
RRB Section Controller Vacancy 2026: Important Questions & Answers
When is the RRB Section Controller CEN 03/2026 exam?
The Computer Based Test is scheduled for 12 and 13 October 2026. Candidates should check the official exam-date notice and keep watching the regional RRB website for their city details and admit card.
When will the RRB Section Controller CEN 03/2026 admit card be released?
The admit card will be available 4 days before the candidate’s exam date. Exam city information is expected 10 days before the test, as stated in the recruitment schedule.
How many posts are in RRB Section Controller Vacancy 2026?
There are 119 Section Controller posts. The category distribution is 50 for UR, 19 for SC, 12 for ST, 29 for OBC, and 9 for EWS candidates.
What is the age limit for RRB Section Controller Vacancy 2026?
Candidates needed to be 20 to 33 years old as on 1 July 2026. Eligible reserved-category candidates receive additional relaxation according to CEN 03/2026 rules.
What qualification is needed for RRB Section Controller Vacancy 2026?
A Bachelor’s Degree in any stream or an equivalent recognized qualification was required. The qualification had to be completed by 14 August 2026, so candidates awaiting their final result were not eligible.
What was the fee for RRB Section Controller Vacancy 2026?
The fee was ₹500 for Gen, OBC, and EWS candidates. Women and candidates covered under the lower-fee groups paid ₹250. Refunds apply after the candidate appears in CBT, subject to the notified rules.
How will RRB select candidates for Section Controller CEN 03/2026?
Selection includes CBT, CBAT, document verification, and an A-2 medical examination. Final merit uses 70% weight from CBT and 30% from CBAT, after the candidate qualifies in every required stage.