RRB Station Master 2026 recruitment under CEN 08/2026 is for Station Master posts at Level 6 of the 7th pay commission, with a starting pay of 35,400. Graduates aged 20 to 33 on 01.01.2027 can apply online from 27.10.2026 to 25.11.2026.
The vacancy count needs a careful read. The summary table on page 4 of the CEN says 1,215 posts, but the RRB-wise table in Annexure-B adds up to 1,265 (UR 542, SC 176, ST 104, OBC 296, EWS 147). The category rows agree with 1,265, so we use that figure until RRB issues a corrigendum.
Short information
| Name of post | Station Master |
| Post date | 31.10.2026 |
| Recruiting body | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB), Ministry of Railways |
| Notice | CEN 08/2026 |
| Total posts | 1,265 as per Annexure-B (page 4 says 1,215) |
| Current status | Online form open till 25.11.2026 (checked 31.10.2026) |
Important links
| Apply online (RRB portal) | Click hereOpen till 25.11.2026, 11:59 PM, checked 31.10.2026 |
| Detailed CEN 08/2026 PDF | Click hereLive, opens as a download, checked 31.10.2026 |
| RRB official website | Click hereLive, checked 31.10.2026 |
Important dates
| Indicative notice | 24.10.2026 |
| Online form start | 27.10.2026 |
| Online form last date | 25.11.2026, 11:59 PM |
| Fee payment last date | 27.11.2026 |
| Correction window | 28.11.2026 to 07.12.2026, with a fee |
| CBT date | Not announced as on 31.10.2026 |
Application fee
| General, OBC, EWS | 500 (400 refunded after you appear in the CBT) |
| SC, ST, ExSM, female, transgender, minority, EBC | 250 (refunded after you appear in the CBT) |
Bank charges are cut from the refund. EBC here means Economically Backward Class, which is not the same as OBC or EWS, and a state extremely backward class certificate does not count.
Vacancy details
| UR | 542 |
| SC | 176 |
| ST | 104 |
| OBC (NCL) | 296 |
| EWS | 147 |
| Total | 1,265 |
| Ex-servicemen (within the total) | 133 |
Age limit on 01.01.2027
| Age group | 20 to 33 years |
| UR and EWS | Born between 02.01.1994 and 01.01.2007 |
| OBC (NCL) | Born between 02.01.1991 and 01.01.2007 |
| SC and ST | Born between 02.01.1989 and 01.01.2007 |
The OBC and SC/ST dates already include the 3 and 5 years of relaxation. Other relaxations, such as for ex-servicemen and widows, are listed in para 8.3 of the CEN.
Eligibility
| Qualification | Graduate degree from a recognised university, held by 25.11.2026 |
| Final year students | Cannot apply |
| Medical standard | A-2, vision certificate needed before the CBAT |
| PwBD | The post is not marked suitable for PwBD candidates |
Exam pattern and selection
| CBT questions | 100 objective questions in 120 minutes |
| Negative marking | 1/3 mark cut for each wrong answer |
| Basic science, maths, data analysis | 60 marks |
| Logical reasoning and reading comprehension | 20 marks |
| Mental reasoning | 20 marks |
| CBT minimum marks | UR and EWS 40%, OBC and SC 30%, ST 25% |
| CBAT | 8 times the posts called, T-score of 42 needed in every test battery |
| Final merit | 70% CBT marks plus 30% CBAT marks, then document verification |
The CBAT pass mark is the same for every category. A reserved category candidate gets no relaxation in the T-score, so it is worth practising aptitude tests early.
How to apply
- Open the RRB apply link in the Important links table and create an account.
- Choose one RRB only. Applying to more than one RRB cancels all your applications.
- Fill the form, capture the live photo and upload the documents.
- Pay the fee by 27.11.2026 and submit before 25.11.2026, 11:59 PM.
- Keep the printout. Corrections are allowed from 28.11.2026 to 07.12.2026 with a fee.
FAQ
How many posts are in RRB Station Master 2026?
Annexure-B of CEN 08/2026 adds up to 1,265 posts. The summary table on page 4 says 1,215.
Can final year students apply?
No. You need the degree by 25.11.2026. Candidates waiting for final results cannot apply.
Is there negative marking?
Yes, in the CBT. One third of a mark is cut for each wrong answer. The CBAT has none.
Can I apply to two RRBs?
No. Only one RRB can be chosen, and more than one application leads to rejection.