RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026:- The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released CEN No. 03/2026, inviting online applications for 119 Section Controller posts across 21 RRBs and Zonal Railways all over India — including 6 posts under RRB Bhubaneswar (East Coast Railway zone), making this a solid opportunity for Odisha candidates. Here’s a complete, accurate breakdown of eligibility, dates, fees, and how to apply.
Quick Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), Ministry of Railways |
| Notification | CEN No. 03/2026 |
| Post Name | Section Controller |
| Total Posts | 119 |
| Pay Level | Level-6 (7th CPC), Initial Pay ₹35,400 |
| Mode of Application | Online (choose ONE RRB only) |
| Application Fee | ₹500 (Gen/EWS/OBC) / ₹250 (SC/ST/Female/Transgender/ExSM/Minority/EBC) |
| Apply Start | 15.07.2026 |
| Apply Last Date | 14.08.2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 16.08.2026 |
| Odisha-relevant RRB | RRB Bhubaneswar — www.rrbbbs.gov.in |
| Unified RRB Portal | rrb.indianrailways.gov.in |
Note: Candidates can apply to any one RRB regardless of home state, but Odisha-based candidates will generally find RRB Bhubaneswar most convenient, since it carries dedicated vacancies for this post.
Vacancy Details (RRB & Zone-wise)
| RRB | Zone | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | WR | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 11 |
| Ajmer | WCR | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Prayagraj | NCR+NR | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Bengaluru | SWR | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 8 |
| Bhopal | WCR+WR | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 6 |
| Bhubaneswar | ECR | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 6 |
| Bilaspur | CR+SECR | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| Chandigarh | NR | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6 |
| Chennai | SR | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 9 |
| Gorakhpur | NER | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| Guwahati | NFR | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Kolkata | ER+SER | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| Malda | ER+SER | 3 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 7 |
| Mumbai | CR+SCR | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Muzaffarpur | ECR | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Patna | ECR | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| Ranchi | ECR+SER | 5 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 14 |
| Secunderabad | SCR | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| Siliguri | NFR | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | SR | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| Total | 50 | 19 | 12 | 29 | 9 | 119 |
(Ex-Servicemen: 5 posts within the totals above, spread across a few RRBs. Full per-category detail is in the official CEN Annexure-B.)
Eligibility Criteria For RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026
- Qualification: Graduate Degree from a recognized University, or equivalent.
- Age Limit: 20–33 years as on 01.07.2026 for UR/EWS. (SC/ST/OBC-NCL candidates get category-specific relaxation already built into their allowed date-of-birth range, plus further relaxation for Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, and a few other categories per the CEN.)
- Medical Standard: A-2 (includes colour vision, binocular vision, night vision, and myopic vision tests).
Important eligibility caveat (often missed): Candidates who have undergone LASIK surgery or any other surgical procedure to correct refractive error are NOT eligible for this post, and must submit a self-declaration to this effect at the time of document verification.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee | Refund |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC | ₹500 | ₹400 refunded (minus bank charges) on appearing in CBT |
| SC / ST / Female / Transgender / Ex-Servicemen / Minority Communities / EBC | ₹250 | Refunded (minus bank charges) on appearing in CBT |
Selection Process For RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026
- Computer Based Test (CBT) — 100 questions, 100 marks, 2 hours, 1/3 negative marking per wrong answer.
- Analytical & Mathematical Capability — 60 marks
- Logical Capability — 20 marks
- Mental Reasoning — 20 marks
- Minimum qualifying marks: UR/EWS 40%, OBC-NCL/SC 30%, ST 25%.
- Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) — Candidates shortlisted at 8x vacancies (per RRB/community) from CBT. Minimum T-score of 42 required in each test battery; no negative marking. Final merit: 70% CBT + 30% CBAT.
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination
Important Dates For RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Indicative Notice | 27.06.2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 15.07.2026 (00:00 hrs) |
| Online Application Closes | 14.08.2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 16.08.2026 |
| Modification Window (paid) | 17.08.2026 – 26.08.2026 |
| Scribe Details Submission Window | 27.08.2026 – 31.08.2026 |
Documents Required For RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026
Educational qualification certificates & mark sheets, caste/category certificate (if applicable), scanned signature (JPG/JPEG, 30–49 KB), valid photo ID, live photo (captured during application — no pre-existing photo upload), SC/ST certificate in PDF if opting for free rail travel pass.
How to Apply For RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026
- Visit the website of your chosen RRB (Odisha candidates: www.rrbbbs.gov.in) or the unified portal rrb.indianrailways.gov.in.
- Create an account (details here cannot be edited later — fill carefully) and consider Aadhaar/DigiLocker verification for smoother later stages.
- Fill in the CEN 03/2026 Section Controller application, choose your RRB (only one allowed) and zone preference.
- Upload your live photo and scanned signature as per specifications.
- Pay the applicable fee online before 16.08.2026.
- Use the modification window (17.08–26.08.2026, extra fee applies) only if you need to correct details afterward.
Important Links For RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026
- Notification Pdf – Click Here
- Apply Online Link – Click Here
- Official Website – Click Here
FAQs For RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026
Q1: How many total Section Controller posts are there in CEN 03/2026? 119 posts across 21 RRBs and Zonal Railways.
Q2: How many Section Controller posts are there for Odisha (RRB Bhubaneswar)? 6 posts under RRB Bhubaneswar (East Coast Railway zone).
Q3: What is the qualification required? A Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
Q4: What is the age limit? 20 to 33 years as on 01.07.2026, with additional relaxation for reserved categories, Ex-Servicemen, and PwBD candidates as per CEN rules.
Q5: Can I apply if I’ve had Lasik surgery? No — the CEN specifically excludes candidates who have undergone Lasik or other corrective eye surgery from this post.
Q6: What is the fee payment deadline? 16.08.2026 — note this is two days after the application closing date of 14.08.2026.
Q7: What is the selection process? CBT, followed by CBAT, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
Q8: Can I choose any RRB, or only RRB Bhubaneswar if I’m from Odisha? You can apply to any one RRB regardless of home state, but choosing RRB Bhubaneswar is usually most convenient for Odisha-based candidates.
This post is based on RRB Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 03/2026 for Section Controller. Always verify details on the official RRB website before applying. — LearnOdisha
