RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1,265 Station Master Posts
Government Job • Railway Recruitment Boards
● Applications Open: October 27, 2026
● 1,265 Station Master Posts
● 1,265 Station Master Posts
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have announced RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026 under Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 08/2026 for 1,265 Station Master posts across India. Online applications run from October 27, 2026, to November 25, 2026, up to 11:59 PM, through the official RRB application portal at rrbapply.gov.in, and the fee can be paid until November 27, 2026. Candidates need a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university or an accepted equivalent qualification, and the age limit is 20 to 33 years as on January 1, 2027. Selection is through a single-stage Computer-Based Test (CBT), followed by a Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), document verification and a medical examination. This is a separate recruitment from RRB NTPC: Station Master posts are notified under CEN 08/2026, not under the NTPC notifications CEN 06/2026 and CEN 07/2026. The total of 1,265 vacancies is the corrected figure given by Corrigendum No. 1, dated October 27, 2026, which changed the summary figure of 1,215 to 1,265; all other terms of the CEN remain unchanged.
⏳ Application Window Closes In
Applications close on November 25, 2026, at 11:59 PM. Submit well before the last hour to avoid last-minute technical problems.
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RRB Station Master Vacancy 2026
UR: 542 posts | OBC: 296 posts | SC: 176 posts | EWS: 147 posts | ST: 104 posts | Total: 1,265 posts.
| RRB | Railway Zone | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Mumbai | Central Railway | 125 |
| Jammu-Srinagar | Northern Railway | 122 |
| Chennai | Southern Railway | 119 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | Southern Railway | 114 |
| Prayagraj | North Central Railway | 104 |
| Bengaluru | South Western Railway | 102 |
| Secunderabad | South Coast Railway | 65 |
| Bilaspur | South East Central Railway | 52 |
| Ajmer | North Western Railway | 49 |
| Bhopal | West Central Railway | 49 |
| All other RRB and zone combinations | As given in Annexure B of CEN 08/2026 | 364 |
| Total | 1,265 |
The RRB-wise table in Annexure B of CEN 08/2026 lists 1,265 posts across 30 RRB and zonal railway combinations, and 133 of those posts are reserved for ex-servicemen. The table above shows the ten largest RRB and zone combinations; the remaining 364 posts are spread across the other combinations in Annexure B. Check the CEN for the full RRB-wise and category-wise break-up before choosing your RRB.
RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026, Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CEN No. 08/2026 | October 24, 2026 (notice reference No. RRB/AIII/Advt./CEN/08/2026); detailed notification October 26, 2026 |
| Corrigendum No. 1 | October 27, 2026 (total vacancies corrected from 1,215 to 1,265) |
| Online application starts | October 27, 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | November 25, 2026 (up to 11:59 PM) |
| Last date to pay application fee | November 27, 2026 |
| Application modification window | October 28 to November 7, 2026 |
| Examination date | To be notified |
Exam-date note: CEN 08/2026 does not announce a CBT date, and this post does not invent one. Check rrbapply.gov.in and the regional RRB websites for the confirmed examination schedule.
Eligibility for RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026
Qualification, age and medical conditions must be checked against CEN 08/2026 before applying, because the CEN carries the full conditions, including the date-of-birth limits for each category.
🎓 Educational Qualification
A bachelor’s degree from a recognised university, or an accepted equivalent qualification under CEN 08/2026. Candidates in the final year of graduation should check the CEN for whether they are eligible, and by what date the qualification must be completed.
🎂 Age Limit (as on January 1, 2027)
Minimum age: 20 years. Maximum age: 33 years for UR and EWS candidates. Upper-age relaxation: OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) up to 36 years, SC and ST up to 38 years, with further relaxation for PwBD, ex-servicemen and other eligible categories as prescribed in the CEN. Date-of-birth limits given in the CEN summaries checked: UR and EWS born between January 2, 1994, and January 1, 2007; OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) between January 2, 1991, and January 1, 2007; SC and ST between January 2, 1989, and January 1, 2007, both dates inclusive.
📏 Pay Scale and Medical Standard
Pay Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission, with an initial basic pay of Rs. 35,400 per month, plus Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance and other admissible allowances as per railway rules. The prescribed medical standard for the Station Master post is A-2, including the applicable vision standards; read the medical requirements in the CEN carefully before applying.
💼 Job Profile
A Station Master coordinates train movements at a railway station under the prescribed operating procedures, follows railway safety and signalling rules, communicates with railway staff and control offices, maintains operational records, and supports the safe and orderly movement of trains.
Application Fee
The fee is paid online only, through debit card, credit card or net banking, and the last date to pay the fee is November 27, 2026. The fee is refunded, less bank charges, to candidates who appear in the CBT.
| Category | Application Fee | Refund on Appearing in the CBT |
|---|---|---|
| All candidates except the concession categories below | Rs. 500 | Rs. 400, less bank charges |
| Female, Transgender, Ex-Servicemen, SC, ST, Minority Communities and Economically Backward Class (EBC) candidates | Rs. 250 | Full Rs. 250, less bank charges |
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
1. Single-Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Objective multiple-choice test of 100 questions for 100 marks in 120 minutes: Basic Science, Mathematics and Analytical Capability 60 questions, Logical Capability 20 questions, and Mental Reasoning 20 questions. Negative marking of one-third of the marks assigned to a question applies for each incorrect answer. The syllabus also covers data analysis and interpretation and English reading comprehension, as given in the CEN summaries checked; confirm the full topic-wise syllabus in CEN 08/2026.
2. Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
Candidates shortlisted on the basis of CBT performance appear for the CBAT and must satisfy its prescribed qualifying conditions. Candidates who do not qualify the CBAT are not considered for the final combined merit list.
3. Document Verification
Candidates shortlisted after the CBAT are called for document verification, where original educational certificates, identity proof, date-of-birth proof and category certificates, where applicable, are checked.
4. Medical Examination and Final Merit
Candidates must meet the A-2 medical standard. The final combined merit gives 70% weightage to CBT marks and 30% to CBAT marks, subject to the qualifying conditions.
How to Apply for RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026
1
Read CEN 08/2026
Go to rrbapply.gov.in or a regional RRB website and read CEN No. 08/2026 and Corrigendum No. 1 in full, including the eligibility conditions, vacancy distribution, medical standard and instructions, before applying.
2
Register on the portal
Open the RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026 link for CEN No. 08/2026 on rrbapply.gov.in and complete the registration with your personal, educational and communication details.
3
Fill the form and upload documents
Select your RRB and preferences as specified in the application, fill the form with accurate details, and upload your photograph, signature and supporting documents in the format and size given in the CEN.
4
Pay the fee and submit before November 25, 2026
Pay the applicable fee online, review the form carefully, and submit it by November 25, 2026, up to 11:59 PM. The fee can be paid until November 27, 2026. Save the confirmation page or application receipt for future reference.
Important Links
Apply online: rrbapply.gov.in
Official RRB website: rrb.indianrailways.gov.in
Notification: Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 08/2026 for Station Master posts, with Corrigendum No. 1 dated October 27, 2026, correcting the total vacancies to 1,265. Read the CEN on the official portal for the full RRB-wise vacancy break-up, qualifications, age limits, fee, medical standard and examination scheme before applying.
RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026, FAQs
How many vacancies are announced under RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026?
A total of 1,265 Station Master vacancies across the Railway Recruitment Boards: UR 542, OBC 296, SC 176, EWS 147 and ST 104. The figure of 1,265 is the corrected total given by Corrigendum No. 1, dated October 27, 2026, which changed the summary figure of 1,215 to 1,265.
What is the notification number for RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026?
Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 08/2026, notice reference No. RRB/AIII/Advt./CEN/08/2026, dated October 24, 2026, with the detailed notification dated October 26, 2026, and Corrigendum No. 1 dated October 27, 2026.
What is the last date to apply for RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026?
November 25, 2026, up to 11:59 PM. The online application window runs from October 27, 2026, to November 25, 2026, and the fee can be paid until November 27, 2026.
Is RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026 part of RRB NTPC?
No. Station Master recruitment is conducted separately under CEN 08/2026 and is not included in the RRB NTPC recruitment cycle (CEN 06/2026 for graduate posts and CEN 07/2026 for undergraduate posts). Apply against CEN 08/2026 on rrbapply.gov.in.
What qualifications are needed for RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026?
A bachelor’s degree from a recognised university, or an accepted equivalent qualification under CEN 08/2026.
What is the age limit for RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026?
20 to 33 years as on January 1, 2027, for UR and EWS candidates, with relaxation to 36 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) and 38 years for SC and ST candidates, plus further relaxation for PwBD, ex-servicemen and other eligible categories as prescribed in the CEN.
What is the application fee for RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026?
Rs. 500 for most candidates, of which Rs. 400 is refunded, less bank charges, after appearing in the CBT; and Rs. 250 for female, transgender, ex-servicemen, SC, ST, minority community and Economically Backward Class candidates, refunded in full, less bank charges, after appearing in the CBT. The fee is paid online only, and the last date to pay is November 27, 2026.
What is the selection process for RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026?
A single-stage Computer-Based Test, followed by a Computer-Based Aptitude Test for shortlisted candidates, document verification and a medical examination under the A-2 standard. Final merit gives 70% weightage to CBT marks and 30% to CBAT marks, subject to qualifying conditions.
What is the exam pattern for the RRB Station Master CBT?
100 objective questions for 100 marks in 120 minutes: Basic Science, Mathematics and Analytical Capability 60 questions, Logical Capability 20 questions, and Mental Reasoning 20 questions, with negative marking of one-third of the marks for each incorrect answer.
What is the salary for RRB Station Master posts?
Pay Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission, with an initial basic pay of Rs. 35,400 per month, plus Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance and other admissible allowances as per railway rules.
Where do I apply for RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026?
Apply online through the official RRB application portal at rrbapply.gov.in, against CEN No. 08/2026, by November 25, 2026, up to 11:59 PM.
Madhu Choudhary
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