RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2025 – 368 Vacancies | Apply Online

Published: 2025-08-22

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the CEN No. 04/2025 notification for the recruitment of 368 Section Controller positions across India. The online application process will begin on 15 September 2025 and close on 14 October 2025.

Important date

Event	Date
Notification Release	22 August 2025
Online Application Start Date	15 September 2025
Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee	14 October 2025 (11:59 PM)
Exam Date	To be notified

Fees

General / OBC / EWS: ₹500 (₹400 refundable after CBT)
SC / ST / PwBD / Women / Minorities / Ex-Servicemen: ₹250 (refundable)

Age limit

Age Limit (as on 01 Jan 2026): 20–33 years

SC/ST: Relaxation up to 5 years
OBC: Relaxation up to 3 years

Payment Method

Payment Mode: Online via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI

Eligibilty

Educational Qualification: Bachelor\'s degree in any stream from a recognized university

Vaccancy

Total Posts: 368 Section Controllers
Job Type: Permanent, Government of India, Indian Railways

Important Links

Official Notification PDF: Download Here
Apply Online: RRB Application Portal
RRB Official Website: rrbapply.gov.in

Salary (Pay Scale)

Pay Level: Level-6 (7th CPC)
Starting Basic Pay: Approximately ₹35,400/month + Allowances
Estimated In-Hand Pay: Around ₹50,000/month (varies by location)

Selection Process

Computer-Based Test (CBT) – Objective questions
Skill Test (if required)
Document Verification
Medical Examination (Standard A2)

Exam Pattern & Syllabus

CBT 1 (Preliminary Exam)

Objective-type
Subjects: General Awareness, Reasoning, Mathematics, Railway-specific knowledge
Duration: 90 minutes with negative marking

CBT 2 (Mains Exam)

More in-depth questions on similar subjects
Duration and marking as per official notification

How to Apply for RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2025

Visit the Official Website:
Go to the official RRB regional website (links will be available on the Railway Recruitment Board portal).
Register Online:
- Click on “New Registration”.
- Fill in basic details like name, email ID, mobile number, and Aadhaar details.
- A unique registration ID and password will be generated.
Fill Application Form:
- Login with your credentials.
- Enter personal details, educational qualifications, category, and preference of RRB region.
- Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and required certificates.
Upload Documents:
- Recent passport-size photograph (as per format).
- Signature (scanned).
- Category/Reservation certificate (if applicable).
- Educational qualification proof.
Pay the Application Fee:
- Payment can be made online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
- Candidates belonging to SC/ST/PwD categories may have fee relaxation as per rules.
Submit the Form:
- Recheck all details carefully.
- Click on “Final Submit”.
- Take a printout of the application form and payment receipt for future reference.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: How many vacancies are there in Section Controller recruitment?

A: Total 368 vacancies across RRB zones.

Q: What is the application window?

A: Apply from 15 Sep – 14 Oct 2025.

Q: What is the salary for this post?

A: Starting basic pay is ₹35,400 (Level-6). In-hand salary goes up to ₹50,000+.

Q: What is the selection process?

A: CBT → Skill Test (if necessary) → Document Verification → Medical Exam.

Q: What is the educational qualification required?

A: Graduation in any field from a recognized university.