RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026: Apply Now for 1,265 posts of Station Master with an initial pay of ₹35,400
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 08/2026 for the recruitment of Station Masters in Indian Railways. A total of 1,265 Station Master vacancies have been announced across various Railway Recruitment Boards and zones.
The Station Master post comes under 7th CPC Level 6, with an initial pay of ₹35,400. The prescribed medical standard for the post is A-2.
RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
RRB has announced 1,265 vacancies for the Station Master post. These vacancies are distributed among different RRBs and Railway zones and include provisions for categories such as UR, SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS and Ex-Servicemen.
| S. No. | RRB | Railway Zone | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ahmedabad | WR | 13 | 5 | 2 | 7 | 4 | 31 |
| 2 | Ajmer | NWR | 23 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 15 | 49 |
| 3 | Ajmer | WCR | 6 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 12 |
| 4 | Prayagraj | NCR | 44 | 15 | 7 | 28 | 10 | 104 |
| 5 | Prayagraj | NR | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 8 |
| 6 | Bengaluru | SWR | 52 | 12 | 10 | 22 | 6 | 102 |
| 7 | Bhopal | WCR | 21 | 8 | 2 | 13 | 5 | 49 |
| 8 | Bhopal | WR | 5 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 13 |
| 9 | Bhubaneswar | ECoR | 9 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 7 | 23 |
| 10 | Bilaspur | CR | 6 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 12 |
| 11 | Bilaspur | SECR | 23 | 7 | 4 | 13 | 5 | 52 |
| 12 | Chandigarh | NR | 19 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 28 |
| 13 | Chennai | SR | 47 | 19 | 8 | 32 | 13 | 119 |
| 14 | Gorakhpur | NER | 1 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 18 |
| 15 | Guwahati | NFR | 16 | 5 | 2 | 10 | 4 | 37 |
| 16 | Jammu-Srinagar | NR | 50 | 18 | 9 | 33 | 12 | 122 |
| 17 | Kolkata | ER | 11 | 5 | 3 | 9 | 4 | 32 |
| 18 | Kolkata | SER | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| 19 | Malda | ER | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 20 | Mumbai | CR | 54 | 18 | 11 | 32 | 10 | 125 |
| 21 | Mumbai | SCR | 19 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 28 |
| 22 | Mumbai | WR | 10 | 3 | 2 | 7 | 2 | 24 |
| 23 | Muzaffarpur | ECR | 5 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 14 |
| 24 | Patna | ECR | 5 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 17 |
| 25 | Ranchi | ECR | 6 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 15 |
| 26 | Ranchi | SER | 4 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 12 |
| 27 | Secunderabad | SCR | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| 28 | Secunderabad | SCoR | 32 | 6 | 3 | 12 | 12 | 65 |
| 29 | Siliguri | NFR | 10 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 3 | 26 |
| 30 | Thiruvananthapuram | SR | 42 | 17 | 9 | 32 | 14 | 114 |
| — | TOTAL | — | 542 | 176 | 104 | 296 | 147 | 1,265 |
RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria
Before applying, candidates should carefully check the eligibility requirements.
Educational Qualification
- Candidates applying for the Station Master post must possess a Graduate Degree from a recognised University or its equivalent.
Age Limit
- The normal age limit for the Station Master post is 20 to 33 years, calculated as on 1 January 2027.
- Age relaxation is applicable for eligible categories.
- Candidates should use their date of birth exactly as recorded in their Matriculation/10th or equivalent certificate. Any discrepancy can lead to disqualification.
The important dates and application fee details for the RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026 are provided below. Candidates are advised to complete their online application and fee payment within the prescribed schedule.
| RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026: Important Dates | RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026: Application Fee |
|---|---|
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Online Application Starts: 27.10.2026 Last Date to Apply Online: 25.11.2026 (11:59 PM) Last Date for Fee Payment: 27.11.2026 Application Modification Window: 28.11.2026 to 07.12.2026 **theAShub can make mistakes, must verify the information** |
General / Other Candidates: ₹500 SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / Female / Transgender / Minority / EBC: ₹250 Refund: Eligible candidates will receive a refund of the applicable fee after appearing in the 1st Stage CBT, subject to the conditions mentioned in the official notification and applicable bank charges. |
RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026: Selection Process
The Station Master recruitment process consists of multiple stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination
Candidates must qualify at the required stages to progress further in the recruitment process.
Computer Based Test (CBT)
The CBT is the first examination stage. According to the notification:
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Duration: 120 minutes
- Question Type: Objective multiple-choice questions
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark for every incorrect answer
- Normalization will be applied when CBT is conducted in multiple shifts.
The CBT syllabus is divided into three broad areas:
| Section | Questions/Marks |
|---|---|
| Basic Science, Mathematical & Analytical Capability | 60 |
| Logical Capability | 20 |
| Mental Reasoning | 20 |
| Total | 100 |
The 60-mark section covers basic mathematics, science and data analysis/interpretation. Logical Capability includes reasoning and reading comprehension, while Mental Reasoning includes topics such as analogy, series, coding-decoding, ranking and arrangement problems.
Candidates should also note that the minimum qualifying percentages mentioned in the notification are 40% for UR, 40% for EWS, 30% for OBC-NCL, 30% for SC and 25% for ST.
Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
Candidates who perform well in the CBT will be shortlisted for the Computer Based Aptitude Test.
- The notification states that candidates up to eight times the number of vacancies, RRB-wise, may be shortlisted for CBAT based on CBT performance.
- The CBAT has an important qualifying requirement: candidates must obtain a minimum T-Score of 42 in each test battery. This requirement applies to candidates irrespective of category, and there is no relaxation in the minimum T-Score.
- There is no negative marking in CBAT. For the final merit calculation, CBT carries 70% weightage, while CBAT carries 30% weightage. Only candidates who qualify in CBAT are considered for the merit list.
Medical Standard
The Station Master post carries an A-2 medical standard, making medical fitness an important part of the selection process.
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How to Apply for RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official RRB application system. The application process broadly involves the following steps:
- Visit the unified official RRB website.
- Create an account or log in using the existing account credentials, where applicable.
- Select CEN 08/2026 for the Station Master post.
- Check the eligibility requirements carefully.
- Select the preferred RRB and Railway zone according to eligibility.
- Enter the required personal and educational details.
- Complete the required identity authentication process.
- Upload the required documents, photograph/live image and signature according to the prescribed specifications.
- Pay the applicable examination fee online.
- Review the application carefully.
- Submit the application and keep a copy of the submitted form for future reference.
Candidates are allowed to apply to only one RRB. Submitting applications to more than one RRB can result in rejection of the applications and further disqualification from the recruitment process.
The RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026 is an important opportunity for graduates looking to join Indian Railways. With 1,215 vacancies, a Level 6 pay structure and a selection process involving CBT and CBAT, candidates should begin by checking their eligibility, medical requirements and preferred RRB carefully.
Most importantly, applicants should read the complete CEN 08/2026 notification before submitting the form. The RRB has clearly stated that eligibility will ultimately be verified against original documents, and discrepancies in educational qualification, age, category or other information can lead to cancellation of candidature.
