The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have issued CEN 08/2026 for 1,215 Station Master vacancies with online applications scheduled from 27 October 2026 to 25 November 2026; eligible candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree, satisfy the A‑2 medical standard (unaided vision) and the prescribed age limits, and apply only through the official application portal.
Key details and official links
This section provides the main notification references and the official application link for candidates to access the authenticated recruitment document and submit applications.
- Official application portal: https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/#/auth/landing
- Official notification (CEN 08/2026) PDF: https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in/-/image/1793016771817CEN_08_2026_StationMaster.pdf/examsDocuments
- Official RRB website for updates: https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in/
Recruitment summary
The notification lists the organisation, vacancy count, pay level, and application mode for the Station Master recruitment.
| Organisation | Post | Total Vacancies | Initial Basic Pay | Application Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) | Station Master | 1,215 | Rs. 35,400 (Level 6) | Online via rrbapply.gov.in |
Important dates
Key dates for the application, fee payment and correction window are listed below.
| Event | Date / Deadline |
|---|---|
| Indicative notice date | 24 October 2026 |
| Online application start date | 27 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 25 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last date for application fee payment | 27 November 2026 |
| Application correction window | 28 November – 7 December 2026 |
| CBT and CBAT dates | To be announced on official RRB websites |
Eligibility criteria
Educational, nationality and age requirements that candidates must satisfy are summarised below.
- Educational qualification: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognised university by 25 November 2026. Candidates awaiting final results are not eligible.
- Nationality: Indian citizens or other categories specifically permitted in the notification, subject to prescribed certificate requirements.
- Age limit: 20 to 33 years as on 1 January 2027, with category‑wise relaxations as per the notification.
Age details and relaxations
Birth‑date ranges and relaxation provisions are provided in the notification and must be checked carefully by applicants.
| Category | Not born before | Not born after |
|---|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 2 January 1994 | 1 January 2007 |
| OBC‑NCL | 2 January 1991 | 1 January 2007 |
| SC / ST | 2 January 1989 | 1 January 2007 |
Category‑wise age relaxation details (OBC‑NCL, SC/ST, Ex‑Servicemen, eligible Railway staff, widowed/divorced women, and other relaxations) are specified in the notification.
Medical standards
Station Master candidates must meet the A‑2 medical standard, including unaided vision and other specified vision tests.
| Medical Category | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Distant vision | 6/9, 6/9 without glasses |
| Near vision | Sn 0.6, 0.6 without glasses |
| Colour / Binocular / Night / Myopic vision | Must pass |
The notification explicitly states that candidates who have undergone LASIK or other refractive‑error corrective surgery are not eligible for the Station Master post.
Selection process and merit calculation
The selection procedure comprises CBT, CBAT, document verification and medical examination with specified weightage for final merit.
- Computer Based Test (CBT) — objective exam; normalized scores used for shortlisting.
- Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) — mandatory; candidates must qualify each test battery.
- Document Verification — called according to combined CBT and CBAT merit, preferences and vacancies.
- Medical Examination — A‑2 medical fitness mandatory.
Shortlisting and weightage
The notification provides the CBAT shortlisting ratios and the weightage applied for final selection.
| Stage | Shortlisting / Weightage |
|---|---|
| CBAT shortlisting | Normally 8 times the RRB‑wise vacancies |
| Document verification shortlisting | Normally 1:1 of RRB‑wise vacancies |
| CBT weightage | 70% |
| CBAT weightage | 30% |
CBT exam pattern and syllabus
The CBT consists of 100 multiple‑choice questions for 100 marks with a 120‑minute duration and negative marking of one‑third for each wrong answer.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Science, Mathematical and Analytical Capability | 60 | 60 |
| Logical Capability | 20 | 20 |
| Mental Reasoning | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
The CBT syllabus includes numerical topics, basic physics concepts, data interpretation, logical reasoning, English reading comprehension and various mental‑reasoning topics as listed in the notification.
Minimum CBT qualifying marks
The notification prescribes minimum qualifying percentages for different categories to be eligible for further stages.
| Category | Minimum qualifying percentage |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 40% |
| OBC‑NCL | 30% |
| SC | 30% |
| ST | 25% |
Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
CBAT is mandatory for candidates shortlisted from the CBT and requires a minimum T‑score for each test battery without category‑wise relaxation.
- Minimum T‑score: 42 in each CBAT test battery.
- Language: English and Hindi.
- Negative marking: Not applicable.
- Vision certificate: Prescribed original vision medical certificate must be produced at CBAT; candidates without the required certificate will not be permitted to appear.
Vacancy distribution and reservation
The main vacancy summary lists 1,215 Station Master posts; RRB‑wise and zone‑wise vacancy distributions and reservation for SC, ST, OBC (NCL), EWS and eligible Ex‑Servicemen are provided in the detailed notification.
| S. No. | Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Station Master | 1,215 |
Salary, application fee and refund
Details about initial pay, application fees and refund conditions are summarised here.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Initial basic pay | Rs. 35,400 per month (Level 6, 7th CPC) |
| Application fee (General) | Rs. 500 |
| Application fee (Concessional categories) | Rs. 250 |
Fee refund conditions: candidates appearing in the CBT may receive a refund (Rs. 400 for general category after deduction of bank charges; concessional categories receive Rs. 250 refund less bank charges) credited to the Aadhaar‑seeded bank account; refunds are not applicable to rejected or incomplete applications.
How to apply
Candidates must apply only once to a single selected RRB through the official online portal and ensure all supporting documents and medical requirements are met.
- Read the official notification on the RRB website and verify eligibility.
- Apply online only at: https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/#/auth/landing.
- Create an account or sign in, complete personal and educational details, select one RRB, provide railway preferences, capture a live photograph against a plain white background, upload signature and supporting documents, pay the prescribed fee and submit the application.
- Save or print the confirmation and payment receipt for future reference.
Details entered during account creation such as mobile number, email ID and the chosen RRB cannot be changed later; permitted corrections during the correction window require a non‑refundable modification fee per occasion.
Important instructions and candidate obligations
Key compliance points noted in the notification that applicants must observe during the recruitment process.
- Only one application to one selected RRB is permitted; multiple applications may lead to rejection and disqualification.
- Possess the required educational qualification by 25 November 2026.
- Meet the A‑2 medical standard; refractive‑error surgery (e.g., LASIK) renders a candidate ineligible.
- CBAT clearance requires a T‑score of 42 in each test battery; no relaxation in minimum T‑score is allowed.
- Original certificates must be produced at the document verification/CBAT stages as prescribed in the notification.
- Examination city, admit card and exact exam dates will be announced on official RRB websites and the application portal.
- The notified number of vacancies is provisional and may change according to Railway requirements.
Where to find more information
Candidates should consult the authenticated notification and official RRB updates for full details, corrigenda and exam schedules before applying.
- Official recruitment notification (CEN 08/2026) PDF: https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in/-/image/1793016771817CEN_08_2026_StationMaster.pdf/examsDocuments
- Apply online (when active): https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/#/auth/landing
- Official RRB portal for circulars and updates: https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in/
