RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026: CEN 08/2026 Apply Online
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released CEN No. 08/2026 for the post of Station Master in various Zonal Railways. This is a graduate-level post in 7th CPC Level 6 with an initial pay of ₹35,400. Online applications opened on 27 October 2026 and close on 25 November 2026 (23:59 hrs). Read the eligibility, fee, selection process and syllabus below before you apply.
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Vacancy Details
The notice lists 1,215 vacancies in its summary table on page 3, while the RRB and zone-wise table (Annexure-B) adds up to 1,265. Vacancies may also change later, so confirm the final number in the official PDF.
| RRB | Zone | Total | RRB | Zone | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | WR | 31 | Kolkata | ER / SER | 32 / 5 |
| Ajmer | NWR / WCR | 49 / 12 | Malda | ER | 4 |
| Prayagraj | NCR / NR | 104 / 8 | Mumbai | CR / SCR / WR | 125 / 28 / 24 |
| Bengaluru | SWR | 102 | Muzaffarpur | ECR | 14 |
| Bhopal | WCR / WR | 49 / 13 | Patna | ECR | 17 |
| Bhubaneswar | ECoR | 23 | Ranchi | ECR / SER | 15 / 12 |
| Bilaspur | CR / SECR | 12 / 52 | Secunderabad | SCR / SCoR | 5 / 65 |
| Chandigarh | NR | 28 | Siliguri | NFR | 26 |
| Chennai | SR | 119 | Thiruvananthapuram | SR | 114 |
| Gorakhpur | NER | 18 | Jammu-Srinagar | NR | 122 |
| Guwahati | NFR | 37 | |||
Eligibility Criteria
- Education: Graduate degree from a recognised university or equivalent, held on the closing date. Candidates awaiting final results cannot apply.
- Age: 20 to 33 years as on 01.01.2027 (born between 02.01.1994 and 01.01.2007 for UR/EWS). OBC-NCL: 3 years relaxation (born from 02.01.1991). SC/ST: 5 years (born from 02.01.1989). Ex-servicemen, serving railway staff and eligible women candidates get further relaxation as per the notice.
- Nationality: Citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or a person of Indian origin covered by the notice with a Government of India eligibility certificate.
- Medical: Standard A-2. Candidates who have had LASIK or any other refractive surgery are not eligible. The post is not suitable for PwBD categories.
Application Fee
Pay online by net banking, debit/credit card or UPI. Refunds go only to an Aadhaar-seeded bank account, and bank charges are deducted.
Selection Process
- CBT: 100 questions, 120 minutes, 1/3 negative marking. Sections: Basic Science, Maths and Analytical Capability (60), Logical Capability (20), Mental Reasoning (20). Normalisation applies for multiple shifts.
- Qualifying marks in CBT: UR and EWS 40%, OBC-NCL 30%, SC 30%, ST 25%.
- CBAT: Candidates up to 8 times the vacancies are shortlisted. You need a minimum T-Score of 42 in every test battery, with no relaxation and no negative marking. Carry the eye specialist vision certificate (Annexure VI or VI A) on the CBAT day.
- Final merit: 70% CBT and 30% CBAT, followed by document verification and medical examination.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official RRB website and open the application link for CEN 08/2026.
- Create an account with your own mobile number and email ID. These cannot be changed later. Authenticate with DigiLocker or Aadhaar.
- Choose one RRB only and set your zone preference. Applying to more than one RRB leads to rejection and debarment.
- Fill in your details exactly as on your 10th certificate, capture the live photo (plain white background, no cap, mask or glasses) and upload your signature (JPG, 30–49 KB, running handwriting in black ink).
- Pay the fee online and keep a copy of your registration number and confirmation.
Important Links
Apply Online Download Notification PDF Official RRB Website More Railway Jobs
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for RRB Station Master 2026?
25 November 2026 at 23:59 hrs.
What is the salary of a Station Master?
Level 6 of the 7th CPC, with an initial pay of ₹35,400.
Can I apply to more than one RRB?
No. Only one application to one RRB is allowed. Multiple applications lead to rejection and debarment.