Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have issued Centralized Employment Notice CEN 08/2026 for Station Master posts in Indian Railways. A total of 1,215 vacancies have been announced. Eligible graduates can submit their RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026 apply online applications from 27 October 2026 to 25 November 2026. Candidates should check the educational qualification, age limit, medical standards and application fee before applying.
RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026: Job Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Railways, Government of India |
| Recruitment Name | RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026 |
| Notification Number | CEN 08/2026 |
| Post Name | Station Master |
| Total Vacancies | 1,215 |
| Pay Level | Level 6, 7th CPC |
| Initial Pay | ₹35,400 per month |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 27 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 25 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 27 November 2026 |
| Age Limit | 20–33 years, subject to applicable relaxation |
| Age Calculation Date | 1 January 2027 |
| Qualification | Degree from a recognized university or equivalent |
| Medical Standard | A-2 |
| Job Location | Various Zonal Railways of Indian Railways |
| Official Website | https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in |
RRB Station Master Vacancy 2026 Details
The notification announces 1,215 Station Master vacancies across various Railway Recruitment Boards and Railway Zones.
| Post Name | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Station Master | 1,215 |
| Total | 1,215 |
RRB-wise and Railway Zone-wise vacancy distribution, including category-wise reservation, is provided in Annexure B of the official notification. Vacancies are provisional and may change according to Railway Administration requirements.
RRB Station Master Zone-Wise Vacancy Details
The following table presents the RRB-wise, Railway Zone-wise and category-wise vacancies listed in Annexure-B of RRB CEN 08/2026. Press Information Bureau+1
| S. No. | RRB | Railway Zone | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total | ExSM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ahmedabad | WR | 13 | 5 | 2 | 7 | 4 | 31 | 4 |
| 2 | Ajmer | NWR | 23 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 15 | 49 | 5 |
| 3 | Ajmer | WCR | 6 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 12 | 1 |
| 4 | Prayagraj | NCR | 44 | 15 | 7 | 28 | 10 | 104 | 10 |
| 5 | Prayagraj | NR | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 8 | 1 |
| 6 | Bengaluru | SWR | 52 | 12 | 10 | 22 | 6 | 102 | 11 |
| 7 | Bhopal | WCR | 21 | 8 | 2 | 13 | 5 | 49 | 5 |
| 8 | Bhopal | WR | 5 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 13 | 1 |
| 9 | Bhubaneswar | ECoR | 9 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 7 | 23 | 3 |
| 10 | Bilaspur | CR | 6 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 12 | 1 |
| 11 | Bilaspur | SECR | 23 | 7 | 4 | 13 | 5 | 52 | 6 |
| 12 | Chandigarh | NR | 19 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 28 | 3 |
| 13 | Chennai | SR | 47 | 19 | 8 | 32 | 13 | 119 | 12 |
| 14 | Gorakhpur | NER | 1 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 18 | 3 |
| 15 | Guwahati | NFR | 16 | 5 | 2 | 10 | 4 | 37 | 4 |
| 16 | Jammu-Srinagar | NR | 50 | 18 | 9 | 33 | 12 | 122 | 12 |
| 17 | Kolkata | ER | 11 | 5 | 3 | 9 | 4 | 32 | 3 |
| 18 | Kolkata | SER | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 |
| 19 | Malda | ER | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 20 | Mumbai | CR | 54 | 18 | 11 | 32 | 10 | 125 | 12 |
| 21 | Mumbai | SCR | 19 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 28 | 3 |
| 22 | Mumbai | WR | 10 | 3 | 2 | 7 | 2 | 24 | 2 |
| 23 | Muzaffarpur | ECR | 5 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 14 | 2 |
| 24 | Patna | ECR | 5 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 17 | 2 |
| 25 | Ranchi | ECR | 6 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 15 | 2 |
| 26 | Ranchi | SER | 4 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 12 | 1 |
| 27 | Secunderabad | SCR | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 |
| 28 | Secunderabad | SCoR | 32 | 6 | 3 | 12 | 12 | 65 | 7 |
| 29 | Siliguri | NFR | 10 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 3 | 26 | 3 |
| 30 | Thiruvananthapuram | SR | 42 | 17 | 9 | 32 | 14 | 114 | 12 |
| Total as printed in Annexure-B | 542 | 176 | 104 | 296 | 147 | 1,265 | 133 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Indicative Notice in Employment News | 24 October 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 27 October 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 25 November 2026, up to 11:59 PM |
| Last Date for Application Fee Payment | 27 November 2026 |
| Application Modification Window | 28 November–7 December 2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | Not Mentioned in the Official Notification. |
| CBAT Exam Date | Not Mentioned in the Official Notification. |
The application modification fee is ₹250 per occasion. Details entered during account creation and the selected RRB cannot be changed.
RRB Station Master Eligibility 2026
Educational Qualification
| Post | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Station Master | Graduate Degree from a recognized University or its equivalent |
Candidates must possess the prescribed qualification by the last date of online application submission. Candidates awaiting the final results of their prescribed qualification are not eligible to apply.
Nationality
As specified in the notification, eligible candidates may include Indian citizens and certain other nationals or persons of Indian origin who satisfy the prescribed conditions. Some categories require a Certificate of Eligibility issued by the Government of India.
RRB Station Master Medical Standard
| Particular | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Medical Standard | A-2 |
| General Fitness | Physically fit in all respects |
| Distant Vision | 6/9, 6/9 without glasses |
| Near Vision | Sn 0.6, 0.6 without glasses |
| Additional Tests | Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Night Vision and Myopic Vision |
Candidates who have undergone LASIK surgery or another surgical procedure to correct refractive error are not eligible for the Station Master post, as stated in the notification.
RRB Station Master Age Limit 2026
The prescribed age limit is calculated as of 1 January 2027.
| Category | Age Limit / Applicable Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General / UR | 20–33 years |
| EWS | 20–33 years |
| OBC-NCL | Upper age limit relaxation of 3 years |
| SC / ST | Upper age limit relaxation of 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Relaxation as prescribed in the notification |
| Eligible Railway Staff | Special age provisions as specified in the notification |
| Eligible Widowed / Divorced / Judicially Separated Women | Category-wise age limits as specified in the notification |
The notification provides additional age-related provisions for certain eligible Railway employees and other specified categories. Candidates should refer to the official CEN for the exact conditions and supporting documents.
RRB Station Master Application Fee 2026
| Candidate Category | Examination Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates except the concession categories below | ₹500 |
| Female / Transgender candidates | ₹250 |
| Ex-Servicemen | ₹250 |
| SC / ST candidates | ₹250 |
| Minority Communities | ₹250 |
| Economically Backward Class (EBC) | ₹250 |
Fee refund: For candidates in the ₹500 fee category, ₹400 is refundable after appearing in the CBT, after applicable bank charges. For eligible ₹250 fee-category candidates, the fee is refundable after appearing in the CBT, after applicable bank charges.
The examination fee must be paid online using the permitted payment methods. EBC, EWS and OBC are distinct categories under this notification.
RRB Station Master Selection Process 2026
The recruitment process consists of the following stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT): Single-stage computer-based examination.
- Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT): Candidates are shortlisted based on CBT merit.
- Document Verification (DV): Original documents and eligibility claims are verified.
- Medical Examination: Candidates must meet the prescribed medical standards.
The notification specifies negative marking in the CBT. One-third of the marks allotted to a question will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
For combined merit, CBT carries 70% weightage and CBAT carries 30% weightage. Only candidates who qualify in the CBAT are considered for the combined merit used for further shortlisting.
RRB Station Master Salary 2026
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Commission | 7th Central Pay Commission |
| Pay Level | Level 6 |
| Initial Basic Pay | ₹35,400 per month |
The notification specifies an initial pay of ₹35,400 at Level 6. A detailed monthly gross salary or in-hand salary figure is not specified in the summary table of the notification.
How to Apply for RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to submit your application:
- Visit the official RRB website: https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in.
- Open the link for CEN 08/2026 Station Master Recruitment.
- Create an account or log in using your existing RRB account credentials.
- Fill in the required personal, educational and other application details carefully.
- Select only one RRB and choose the applicable Railway Zone preferences.
- Complete the required photograph, signature and document-related formalities according to the notification.
- Pay the applicable examination fee online and submit the application before 25 November 2026.
Candidates should keep their registered mobile number and email ID active throughout the recruitment process. Only one application to one RRB is permitted under this notification.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official RRB Website | https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in |
| Download Syllabus | Click Here |
| CBT / CBAT Exam Updates | Visit the relevant official RRB website |
| Result | Visit the relevant official RRB website |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How many vacancies are available in RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026?
The notification announces 1,215 Station Master vacancies.
What is the last date to apply for RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online application submission is 25 November 2026, up to 11:59 PM.
What is the educational qualification for Station Master posts?
Candidates must possess a graduate degree from a recognized university or its equivalent.
What is the age limit for RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026?
The prescribed age range is 20–33 years, calculated as of 1 January 2027, with applicable relaxations for eligible categories.
What is the initial pay for the Station Master post?
The initial pay is ₹35,400 under Level 6 of the 7th CPC.
