RRB Station Master Recruitment 08/2026 Notice Out for 1250 Posts, Apply from 27 October
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have published an indicative notice for the RRB Station Master Recruitment 08/2026 under Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 08/2026. About 1,250 Station Master vacancies across all RRBs will be filled at Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC. The online application on www.rrbapply.gov.in is expected to open on 27 October 2026 and close on 25 November 2026 (11:59 PM). Both dates are tentative.
This article covers the RRB Station Master CEN 08/2026 dates, vacancy, pay level, Aadhaar verification instructions and what candidates should prepare before the detailed notification comes out. Railway job seekers in West Bengal can also follow the RRB NTPC Graduate CEN 06/2026, the RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 and the RRB Station Master Syllabus 2026: New Exam Pattern & CBAT.
Quick summary:
➤ Recruitment body: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways
➤ Notification: CEN No. 08/2026 (Indicative Notice)
➤ Post: Station Master
➤ Vacancies: 1,250 (approx., all RRBs, tentative)
➤ Pay: Level 6, 7th CPC
➤ Age counted as on: 01.01.2027 (limits as per detailed CEN)
➤ Apply online: 27.10.2026 to 25.11.2026, 11:59 PM (tentative)
➤ Apply at: www.rrbapply.gov.in
Table of Contents
- RRB Station Master Recruitment 08/2026 Overview
- Important Dates
- Vacancy and Pay Level
- Eligibility
- Aadhaar Verification Instructions
- How to Get Ready Before Applying
- How to Apply
- FAQs
- Important Links
RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026 Overview
The RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026 indicative notice was issued so that candidates can keep their documents ready before the detailed CEN 08/2026 is published. The key details are given below.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment body | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways |
| Notification | CEN No. 08/2026 (Indicative Notice) |
| Notice reference | No. RRB/AIII/Advt./CEN/08/2026, dated 24.10.2026 |
| Post | Station Master |
| Tentative vacancies | 1,250 (approx.) |
| Pay level | Level 6 (7th CPC) |
| Application mode | Online only |
| Apply at | www.rrbapply.gov.in |
| Detailed CEN on | rrb.indianrailways.gov.in |
RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
The RRB Station Master application dates in the indicative notice are tentative and may change in the detailed CEN. The important dates are shown below.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Indicative notice date | 24 October 2026 |
| Online application opens | 27 October 2026 (Tuesday), tentative |
| Last date to apply | 25 November 2026 (Wednesday), 11:59 PM, tentative |
| Age counted as on | 1 January 2027 |
| Exam date | To be announced |
RRB Station Master Vacancy 08/2026 and Pay Level
The RRB Station Master vacancy 2026 is about 1,250 posts across all RRBs. The RRB-wise and category-wise breakup will be given in the detailed CEN. The post details from the indicative notice are shown below.
| Post | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Medical standard | Age (as on 01.01.2027) | Tentative vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Station Master | Level 6 | As per detailed CEN | As per detailed CEN | 1,250 (approx.) |
Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC pay matrix starts at a basic pay of Rs. 35,400 (scale Rs. 35,400 – 1,12,400)*, plus allowances as per railway rules.
*The pay scale amount is from the standard 7th CPC pay matrix and is not printed in the indicative notice.
RRB Station Master Eligibility 2026
The indicative notice does not give the educational qualification, age limits or medical standard for the RRB Station Master post. It only says that age will be counted as on 01.01.2027, and that all eligibility conditions will be as per the detailed CEN 08/2026. We will add the full eligibility here once the detailed notification is published.
RRB Station Master Aadhaar Verification Instructions
The RRBs have asked candidates to verify their details using Aadhaar while applying, to avoid delays from detailed scrutiny at every stage. The Aadhaar instructions in the indicative notice are listed below.
- Verify your primary details using Aadhaar while filling the online application. Applications without Aadhaar verification will go through detailed scrutiny at every stage.
- Your name and date of birth in Aadhaar must match 100% with the full name and date of birth on your 10th class pass certificate.
- Update your Aadhaar with your latest photo and latest biometrics (fingerprint and iris) before filling the online application.
How to Get Ready for RRB Station Master Application
The indicative notice is meant to help candidates keep their documents ready. Use this checklist before the RRB Station Master application opens:
- Check that your Aadhaar name and date of birth exactly match your 10th certificate. Get it corrected if needed.
- Update your Aadhaar photo and biometrics.
- Keep your educational certificates and mark sheets ready.
- Keep your category certificate (SC / ST / OBC-NCL / EWS) ready, if applicable.
- Keep a recent photograph and signature scanned.
- Keep an active e-mail ID and mobile number for registration.
How to Apply for RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026
The RRB Station Master application will be accepted only online. The expected steps are listed below. Follow the detailed CEN for the exact process.
- Read the detailed CEN 08/2026 on rrb.indianrailways.gov.in or your regional RRB website once it is published.
- Visit www.rrbapply.gov.in from 27 October 2026 (tentative).
- Register or log in, and verify your details using Aadhaar.
- Fill in the Station Master application, upload documents and pay the fee as per the detailed CEN.
- Submit before 11:59 PM on 25 November 2026 (tentative) and keep a copy.
Beware of touts, brokers and job racketeers. RRB selection is only through the official recruitment process.
RRB Station Master Recruitment 08/2026 FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are there in RRB Station Master CEN 08/2026?
About 1,250 tentative vacancies across all RRBs.
Q2. When will the RRB Station Master online application start?
From 27 October 2026 (tentative), on www.rrbapply.gov.in.
Q3. What is the last date for RRB Station Master 2026?
25 November 2026, 11:59 PM (tentative).
Q4. What is the pay level of RRB Station Master?
Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC.
Q5. What is the qualification for RRB Station Master 2026?
It is not given in the indicative notice. It will be in the detailed CEN 08/2026.
Q6. Why is Aadhaar verification important for RRB Station Master?
Applications not verified with Aadhaar will go through detailed scrutiny at every stage, which may cause delays. Your Aadhaar name and date of birth must match your 10th certificate exactly.
RRB Station Master Recruitment 08/2026 Important Links
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (from 27.10.2026, tentative) | www.rrbapply.gov.in |
| Short CEN 08/2026 Notice | Direct Download Link |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join Now |
| Join Telegram Channel | Join Now |
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