Railway RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026 – 1250 Posts, Apply Online
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), under the Ministry of Railways, have released the short notice for Station Master recruitment 2026 under Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 08/2026. A total of 1,250 Station Master posts will be filled across all railway zones in India. The short notice was released on 21 October 2026, and the detailed notification is expected on 26 October 2026 on the official RRB portal. This is the first recruitment cycle in which Station Master posts are notified separately — from 2026 onwards they are no longer part of the NTPC recruitment process. Online applications will be accepted from 27 October 2026 to 25 November 2026 at rrbapply.gov.in.
RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026 – Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways |
| Notification number | CEN No. 08/2026 |
| Post name | Station Master |
| Total vacancies | 1,250 (zone-wise breakup awaited) |
| Pay level | Level 6 (7th CPC), basic pay Rs. 35,400/month |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s degree in any stream |
| Age limit | 20–30 years (as on 01.01.2027) |
| Apply mode | Online only, at rrbapply.gov.in |
| Official websites | rrb.indianrailways.gov.in, rrbapply.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short notice released | 21 October 2026 |
| Detailed notification expected | 26 October 2026 |
| Online application begins | 27 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 25 November 2026 |
| Last date for fee payment | 25 November 2026 |
| Exam date | As per schedule (tentatively January 2027) |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 500 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female candidates | Rs. 250 |
Fee can be paid online via debit card, credit card or net banking. Candidates who appear in the Stage-1 CBT get a partial refund: Rs. 400 for UR/OBC/EWS and Rs. 250 for SC/ST/PwBD/Female candidates, as per RRB rules.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Pay level | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Station Master | Level 6 | 1,250 |
The RRB-wise and category-wise vacancy breakup will be published with the detailed CEN on 26 October 2026.
Eligibility Criteria
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognized university (equivalent qualifications also accepted as per the detailed notification).
- Age limit: 20 to 30 years as on 01.01.2027. Age relaxation for reserved categories applies as per Railway Board rules.
- Medical standard: Candidates must meet the A-2 medical fitness standard for the Station Master post.
Selection Process
Selection will be done in four stages:
- Single-stage Computer Based Test (CBT) – 100 marks, 120 minutes. Subjects: Basic Science, Mathematics, Analytical & Logical Capability, Mental Reasoning, Data Analysis & Interpretation, and Reading Comprehension.
- Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) – CBT-qualified candidates (shortlisted 1:8) appear for the CBAT. Final merit is based on 70% CBT + 30% CBAT.
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official RRB application portal: rrbapply.gov.in.
- Create an account and log in (available from 27 October 2026).
- Choose your preferred RRB zone – only one application per candidate is allowed.
- Fill in personal, educational and address details; upload the required photograph, signature and documents.
- Pay the application fee online and submit the form before 25 November 2026.
- Take a printout of the final submitted application for your records.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (from 27 Oct 2026) | rrbapply.gov.in |
| Official RRB Portal | rrb.indianrailways.gov.in |
Detailed notification link will be updated once released on 26 October 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How many Station Master vacancies are notified under CEN 08/2026?
A. A total of 1,250 Station Master posts are notified. The zone-wise distribution will be given in the detailed notification.
Q. When does the RRB Station Master 2026 application start?
A. Online applications open on 27 October 2026 and close on 25 November 2026.
Q. Is Station Master included in RRB NTPC 2026?
A. No. From the 2026 recruitment cycle, Station Master is notified through a separate CEN (08/2026) and is no longer part of NTPC.
Q. What is the salary of a Station Master in Indian Railways?
A. The post is in Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC with a basic pay of Rs. 35,400 per month, plus allowances as per railway rules.
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