RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2025 – 368 Vacancies | Apply Online

Published: 2025-08-22

Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released the Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 04/2025 for the recruitment of Section Controller in various zones of Indian Railways. A total of 368 vacancies have been announced. Eligible candidates can apply online before 14th October 2025.

Important date

Event	Date
Date of Indicative Notice	23 August 2025
Publication on RRB Websites	14 September 2025
Opening of Online Applications	15 September 2025
Closing of Online Applications	14 October 2025 (23:59 hrs)
Last Date of Fee Payment	16 October 2025 (23:59 hrs)
Application Modification Window	17 October – 26 October 2025
Scribe Details Submission	27 October – 31 October 2025
CBT & Other Stages	To be notified later

Fees

Category	Fee	Refund After CBT 1
General / OBC	₹500	₹400
SC / ST / PwBD / ExSM / Female / Transgender / Minorities / EBC	₹250	₹250

Age limit

as on 01.01.2026

Minimum: 20 Years
Maximum: 33 Years
OBC (NCL): 36 years
SC/ST: 38 years
Relaxation for PwBD, ExSM, Railway staff, Widows/Divorced women as per rules.

Payment Method

Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI)
Offline fee payment not available

Eligibilty

Educational Qualification: Graduate Degree from a recognized University or its equivalent.
Candidates awaiting results are not eligible.

Vaccancy

Post Name	Pay Level	Initial Pay	Medical Standard	Vacancies
Section Controller	Level 6 (7th CPC)	₹35,400/-	A-2	368

Category	Vacancies
UR (General)	150
OBC (NCL)	100
SC	55
ST	28
EWS	35
Total	368

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)
Maximum Salary: ₹1,12,400/- (including allowances as per Railway rules)

Selection Process

Computer Based Test (CBT) – 100 Questions, 120 Minutes, Negative Marking (1/3).
Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) – Qualifying in all test batteries.
Document Verification & Medical Examination

Final Merit: 70% CBT + 30% CBAT

Exam Pattern

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

Syllabus for CBT

Analytical & Mathematical Capability (60 Qs)

Number System, Ratio & Proportion, Averages, Percentages, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Speed & Distance, Algebra, Geometry, Probability, Statistics.

Logical Capability (20 Qs)

Logical Reasoning, Syllogism, Clocks & Calendars, Blood Relations, Puzzles, Reading Comprehension.

Mental Reasoning (20 Qs)

Analogy, Series Completion, Coding-Decoding, Ranking & Arrangements.

Negative Marking: 1/3 for wrong answer
Qualifying Marks: UR/EWS – 40%, OBC – 30%, SC – 30%, ST – 25%

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: Is there negative marking in RRB CBT?

A: Yes, 1/3 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.

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.