RRB Section Controller CEN 03/2026 Online Form – 119 Posts
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released CEN 03/2026 for the recruitment of Section Controller, with a total of 119 posts. If you are a graduate in any stream aged between 20 and 33 years, this is a direct railway job opportunity with a Group C posting. The online application window is open from 15 July 2026 and the last date to apply is 14 August 2026, with fee payment allowed until 16 August 2026. Applications are submitted only through the official RRB portal rrbapply.gov.in. Full details on vacancies, eligibility, important dates, application fee, pay, selection process and how to apply are given below.
Vacancy Details
| Total Posts | 119 |
Eligibility
| Educational Qualification | You must hold a Bachelor's Degree in any stream from a recognised university in India. There is no specific subject restriction for the Section Controller post, so graduates from any discipline are eligible. Some additional eligibility conditions are given in the official notification, so read the PDF carefully before applying. |
| Age Limit | The minimum age is 20 years and the maximum age is 33 years, calculated as on 01 July 2026. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen) as per Railway RRB recruitment rules. For the exact category-wise relaxation years, refer to the official notification. |
| Age Relaxation | Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen as per RRB rules. |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 15 July 2026 |
| Application Start | 15 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | 16 August 2026 |
| Correction Window | 17–26 August 2026 |
| Exam Date | As per schedule (refer notification) |
Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹250 |
Salary / Pay
The Section Controller post is a Group C railway position. The applicable pay is as per the 7th CPC pay matrix — Pay Level 6 (₹35,400–₹1,12,400) is the standard level for this post, but this is indicative; confirm the exact pay level, grade pay and in-hand salary from the official notification. Along with basic pay you will get DA, HRA, transport allowance and other admissible railway allowances.
Selection Process
Selection is based on a written examination (Computer Based Test) conducted by RRB, followed by the further stages laid down in the notification. For posts like Section Controller this typically includes a CBT, a Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), Document Verification and a Medical Examination — but the exact stages are indicative, so refer to the official notification for the confirmed selection process and syllabus.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted only online through the official RRB portal at rrbapply.gov.in. The application window is 15 July 2026 to 14 August 2026, and fee payment is allowed until 16 August 2026. Steps: (1) Register with a valid email and mobile number to create your login, (2) Fill in your personal, educational and category details, (3) Upload your photograph and signature in the prescribed format, (4) Pay the application fee online via debit/credit card, net banking or e-Challan, (5) Submit the form and download a copy for your records. A correction window is available from 17 to 26 August 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are there in RRB Section Controller CEN 03/2026?
There are a total of 119 posts. The zone-wise/RRB-wise breakup is given in the official notification.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the online application is 14 August 2026, and the application fee can be paid until 16 August 2026.
What qualification is required?
You need a Bachelor's Degree in any stream from a recognised university in India.
What is the application fee?
₹500 for General/OBC/EWS and ₹250 for SC/ST/PwD. A part of the fee (₹400 for UR/OBC/EWS and ₹250 for SC/ST/PwD/Female) is refunded after appearing in the exam.
What is the age limit?
The age limit is 20 to 33 years as on 01 July 2026, with relaxation for reserved categories as per RRB rules.