The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released an official update for the recruitment of Section Controllers across various railway zones for the upcoming cycle under the notification parameters of 2026. The board has approved 119 vacancies for this highly responsible and crucial operation management cadre in Indian Railways. Candidates interested in managing train movements and operations can submit their applications online through the official portal before the closing deadline.
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has called for online applications from eligible graduate aspirants for the post of Section Controller. 

RRB Section Controller Recruitment Notification Out for 119 Vacancies [03/2026]



The Ministry of Railways has approved a total of 119 posts for Section Controllers to meet operational requirements across multiple zonal tracks. This post carries exceptional authority and structural importance within the running system of trains. The selected candidates will receive comprehensive specialized training before handling regular shift boards, making it one of the most respected graduate-level technical-administrative careers in Indian Railways. 

RRB Section Controller 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Aspirants who wish to apply for the position must fulfill the mandatory physical, educational, and age standards fixed by the Railway Recruitment Board.

Educational Qualification: 

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or Institution. Fresh graduates are fully eligible to apply.

Age Limit: 

Minimum 18 years and Maximum 33 years. Relaxations for standard reserved categories apply directly as per central government norms.

Official Short Notice

 

RRB Section Controller Recruitment 03/2026

How to Apply Online for RRB Section Controller Recruitment 03/2026?

Eligible candidates must navigate to the centralized portal to input their credentials. Follow this simple process step-by-step:

  • Open the centralized railway application link at rrbapply.gov.in. 
  • Click on the Apply section and select Create an Account.
  • Complete your Aadhaar-based OTP verification step using your linked active mobile number.
  • Log in to your freshly registered profile using your credential parameters.
  • Access the active link for Section Controller recruitment and select your preferred Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) zone.
  • Fill in personal details, graduation metrics, and communication coordinates.
  • Upload scanned copies of a clear passport-size color photograph and candidate signature according to the official dimension limits.
  • Submit the required application fee using net banking, credit/debit card, or unified payment interfaces (UPI).
  • Print or save the computer-generated confirmation sheet for your future reference tracker.

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RRB Section Controller Selection Process

Securing a post as a Section Controller requires passing through specialized screening filters to confirm absolute mental aptitude and medical safety protocols: 

  1. Stage 1: Computer-Based Test (CBT): An objective multiple-choice structure mapping core analytical skills, logical tracking, reasoning capabilities, and general awareness parameters.
  2. Stage 2: Document Verification (DV): Shortlisted candidates from the CBT merit ranking will face original certificate scrutiny.
  3. Stage 3: Medical Examination: Given the critical safety nature of monitoring active train control boards, candidates must pass precise medical checks (including vision parameters) conducted by official Railway Medical Authorities.