- The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have announced 1,215 vacancies for the post of Station Master under CEN 08/2026.
- The recruitment is open to candidates with a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification from a recognized university.
- The initial basic pay is ₹35,400 per month under Level 6 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
- Candidates must meet the A-2 medical fitness standard, including strict unaided vision requirements without glasses.
- The online application process starts on 27 October 2026 and ends on 25 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
RRB
Active Listing
🎓 Bachelor's Degree
RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
Total Vacancies
1,215
Job Location
Indian Railways - Various Railway Zones
Apply Start
27 Oct 2026
Apply Deadline
25 Nov 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) (RRB) |
| Job Category | Railway |
| Eligibility Qualification | Bachelor's Degree (bachelors-degree) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1,215 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Initial basic pay of ₹35,400 per month under Level 6 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. Allowances as admissible under Railway rules. |
| Age Limits | 20 to 33 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Application Fee | • General / OBC: ₹500 (refundable ₹400 less bank charges if appearing in CBT) • Female, Transgender, Ex-Servicemen, SC, ST, Minority Communities, and EBC: ₹250 (refundable ₹250 less bank charges if appearing in CBT). |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification from a recognized university by 25 November 2026.
- Age Limit: 20 to 33 years as of 1 January 2027. Relaxations apply for OBC-NCL (3 years), SC/ST (5 years), and eligible Ex-Servicemen.
- Medical Standard: Must meet A-2 medical fitness requirements, including 6/9, 6/9 distant vision and Sn 0.6, 0.6 near vision without glasses. Candidates with LASIK or refractive-error correction surgery are ineligible.
- Nationality: Indian citizens or other nationalities permitted under the prescribed eligibility-certificate requirements.
- Age Limit: 20 to 33 years as of 1 January 2027. Relaxations apply for OBC-NCL (3 years), SC/ST (5 years), and eligible Ex-Servicemen.
- Medical Standard: Must meet A-2 medical fitness requirements, including 6/9, 6/9 distant vision and Sn 0.6, 0.6 near vision without glasses. Candidates with LASIK or refractive-error correction surgery are ineligible.
- Nationality: Indian citizens or other nationalities permitted under the prescribed eligibility-certificate requirements.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT): Objective examination with 100 questions for 100 marks, 120 minutes duration, and negative marking (one-third of marks deducted for incorrect answers).
- Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT): Mandatory for candidates shortlisted from CBT. Minimum T-score of 42 required in each test battery.
- Document Verification: Conducted based on combined CBT and CBAT merit, Railway preferences, and vacancies.
- Medical Examination: Candidates must meet the prescribed A-2 medical fitness standard.
- Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT): Mandatory for candidates shortlisted from CBT. Minimum T-score of 42 required in each test battery.
- Document Verification: Conducted based on combined CBT and CBAT merit, Railway preferences, and vacancies.
- Medical Examination: Candidates must meet the prescribed A-2 medical fitness standard.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
General, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS, Ex-Servicemen
📂 Required Documents
- Live photograph captured using a webcam or mobile camera against a plain white background.
- Scanned signature in JPG/JPEG format (30 KB to 49 KB, black ink on white paper, minimum 140 x 60 pixels).
- SC/ST certificate (if applicable, PDF format, less than 400 KB).
- Original medical vision certificate (prescribed format) for CBAT stage.
- Scanned signature in JPG/JPEG format (30 KB to 49 KB, black ink on white paper, minimum 140 x 60 pixels).
- SC/ST certificate (if applicable, PDF format, less than 400 KB).
- Original medical vision certificate (prescribed format) for CBAT stage.
💳 Application Fee Details
• General / OBC: ₹500 (refundable ₹400 less bank charges if appearing in CBT)
• Female, Transgender, Ex-Servicemen, SC, ST, Minority Communities, and EBC: ₹250 (refundable ₹250 less bank charges if appearing in CBT).
• Female, Transgender, Ex-Servicemen, SC, ST, Minority Communities, and EBC: ₹250 (refundable ₹250 less bank charges if appearing in CBT).
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026?
There are a total of 1,215 vacancies available for the Station Master post under CEN 08/2026.
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online for the RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026 is 25 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
Q.
What is the age limit for the RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026?
The prescribed age limit is 20 to 33 years as of 1 January 2027, with age relaxations for OBC-NCL (3 years), SC/ST (5 years), and eligible Ex-Servicemen.
Q.
Is there an application fee for the RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026?
Yes, the application fee is ₹500 for General/OBC candidates and ₹250 for SC/ST, Female, Transgender, Ex-Servicemen, and EBC candidates. The fee is refundable if the candidate appears in the CBT.
Q.
Can candidates who have undergone LASIK surgery apply for the RRB Station Master post?
No, candidates who have undergone LASIK or other refractive-error correction surgery are not eligible for the Station Master post.