Recruitment Overview
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 08/2026 inviting online applications from eligible Indian nationals and other qualifying candidates for the post of Station Master in various Zonal Railways across Indian Railways.
- Organization Name: Ministry of Railways, Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
- Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No.: CEN No. 08/2026
- Post Name: Station Master
- Total Vacancies: 1,265 Posts (Across all RRBs)
- Job Location: Zonal Railways across India
- Application Mode: Online
- Opening Date & Time for Online Applications: 27 October 2026
- Closing Date & Time for Online Applications: 25 November 2026 (23:59 Hrs)
- Official Unified Website: https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in
- Online Application Link Website: https://www.rrbapply.gov.in
Vacancy Details & Salary Structure
| Post Name | 7th CPC Level | Initial Pay (₹) | Medical Standard | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Station Master | Level 6 | ₹35,400/- | A-2 | 1,265 |
Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications
Educational Qualifications
- Must possess a Graduate Degree from a recognized University or its equivalent.
- Note: Candidates awaiting final results of the prescribed minimum educational qualification as on the closing date (25.11.2026) are not eligible to apply.
Age Limit (As on 01.01.2027)
- Normal Age Group (UR & EWS): 20 to 33 years (Candidates must have been born between 02.01.1994 and 01.01.2007).
- Age Relaxations:
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): Up to 3 years (Born not earlier than 02.01.1991).
- SC / ST: Up to 5 years (Born not earlier than 02.01.1989).
- Relaxations for Ex-Servicemen, Railway staff, and other designated categories apply as per extant government rules.
Medical Standards (A-2 Standard)
- Physically fit in all respects.
- Distant Vision: 6/9, 6/9 without glasses (No fogging test).
- Near Vision: Sn 0.6, 0.6 without glasses.
- Must pass tests for Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Night Vision, and Myopic Vision.
- Important Note: Candidates who have undergone Lasik surgery or any other surgical procedure to correct refractive error are not eligible for the post of Station Master.
Examination Fee
- For all candidates (except fee concession categories): ₹500/- (Out of this, ₹400 shall be refunded duly deducting bank charges upon appearing in the CBT).
- For Female / Transgender / Ex-Servicemen / SC / ST / Minority Communities / Economically Backward Class (EBC): ₹250/- (Fully refundable upon appearing in the CBT).
Selection Process
The recruitment process comprises the following stages:
- Single Stage Computer Based Test (CBT): Screening test consisting of 100 objective-type questions (120 minutes duration) covering Basic Science, Mathematical & Analytical Capability, Logical Capability, and Mental Reasoning with a 1/3 negative marking for incorrect answers.
- Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT): Shortlisting to the extent of 8 times the vacancies based on CBT merit. Requires a minimum T-Score of 42 marks in each test battery.
- Document Verification (DV) & Medical Examination: Final merit is drawn based on combined performance, giving 70% weightage to CBT and 30% weightage to CBAT, followed by A-2 medical fitness verification.
How to Apply
Tip: Ensure you authenticate your identity using DigiLocker or Aadhaar during account creation or application submission for a smoother verification process. Make sure to keep your live photo setup and scanned black-ink signature (30–49 KB) ready.
- Visit the unified official RRB website at https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in or navigate directly via https://www.rrbapply.gov.in.
- Click on ‘Create an Account’ (if applying for the first time) or log in using existing credentials from 2024/2025/2026 RRB notifications.
- Select your chosen RRB and railway zone preferences carefully (note that the chosen RRB cannot be modified later).
- Complete the live photo capture module using a web camera or mobile front camera following proper background and posture guidelines.
- Upload your scanned signature in black ink and any required category documents.
- Submit the online application and pay the prescribed examination fee via online mode (Internet Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI) before 25 November 2026 (23:59 Hrs).
- Save and print a copy of the final submitted application form for future records.
Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Date of Indicative Notice | 24 October 2026 |
| Opening Date for Online Applications | 27 October 2026 |
| Closing Date for Online Applications | 25 November 2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 27 November 2026 |
| Application Modification Window | 28 November 2026 to 07 December 2026 |
Official Links & Portals
| Details | Information / Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification: | Rhttps://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in/-/image/1793016771817CEN_08_2026_StationMaster.pdf/examsDocuments |
| Online Application Portal | RRB Apply Portal |
| Application Helpline | Email: rrb.help@csc.gov.in |
Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to thoroughly verify all eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limits, medical standards, and general instructions against the official Railway Recruitment Board notification before applying.