The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released a short advertisement notice in an employment newspaper on 22nd August 2025 announcing the fresh vacancy for RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2025. Total vacancy announced is 368 and Graduates who satisfy other eligibility criteria can apply by visiting the official website of regional RRBs. For more details about this recruitment, read this page.
RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2025 Short Notice Out
The RRB Section Controller short notice includes important details like the number of vacancies, post name, salary, and the list of participating RRBs. It also states that the online application process will remain open from 15th September 2025 to 14th October 2025. The complete notification PDF with full details will be released on the official websites of all regional RRBs. Until then, candidates can go through the short notice for reference.
RRB Section Controller Notification 2025 – Highlights
RRBs participating in RRB SC recruitment include Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Bilaspur, Chandigarh, Chennai, Guwahati, Jammu Srinagar, Kolkata, Malda, Mumbai, Muzaffarpur, Patna, Prayagraj, Ranchi, Secunderabad, Siliguri, Bengaluru, Gorakhpur, and Thiruvananthapuram. Check rest of the highlights of the recruitment below.
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruiting Body |
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways
|
| Advt. Number |
CEN No. 04/2025
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| Post Name |
Section Controller
|
| Total Vacancies | 368 |
| Short Notice | 22nd August 2025 |
| Application Process | Online |
| Application Dates | 15 September to 14 October |
| Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026) | 20 – 33 years |
| Initial Pay | ₹35,400 (Level 6) |
| Important Instructions |
Aadhaar verification required, details must match 10th certificate, Aadhaar updated with latest photo & biometrics before applying
|
| Official Websites | www.rrbapply.gov.in |
RRB SC Recruitment 2025: Important Dates
Important dates that each candidate must be aware of are given in the table below. The recruitment process will follow this schedule:
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date |
22nd August 2025
|
| Opening of Online Applications |
15th September 2025
|
| Closing of Online Applications |
14th October 2025 (till 23:59 hrs)
|
| Exam Date | TBA |
Railway Section Controller Vacancy
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have announced a total of 368 vacancies for the post of Section Controller under CEN No. 04/2025. The position falls under Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC. The vacancy has been distributed across different RRBs, and candidates must apply through the respective RRB website based on their preference. This recruitment offers a great opportunity for graduates seeking a stable government job in the Indian Railways.
| Zonal Railway | Vacancies |
| Central Railway | 25 |
| East Coast Railway | 24 |
| East Central Railway | 32 |
| Eastern Railway | 39 |
| North Central Railway | 16 |
| North Eastern Railway | 9 |
| Northeast Frontier Railway | 21 |
| Northern Railway | 24 |
| North Western Railway | 30 |
| South Central Railway | 20 |
| South East Central Railway | 26 |
| South Eastern Railway | 12 |
| Southern Railway | 24 |
| South Western Railway | 24 |
| West Central Railway | 7 |
| Western Railway | 35 |
| Total | 368 |
RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for the post of Section Controller must meet the following eligibility requirements. As of now, we have provided an overview of each criterion, and the detailed criteria will be available once the notification PDF is available.
Section Controller Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 33 years
Age relaxation will be applicable for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/Ex-Servicemen, etc.) as per Government of India rules.
Section Controller Educational Qualification
- Candidates must possess a Graduate Degree from a recognised University/Institute.
- Equivalent qualifications may also be accepted as per RRB guidelines (detailed eligibility will be provided in the full notification).
Medical Standards
- The post requires candidates to meet the A2 medical standard.
- Candidates must have good vision and physical fitness as prescribed by Indian Railways.
Nationality
The applicant must be:
- A citizen of India, or
- A subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or
- A Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1st January 1962, or
- A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, and certain other countries with the intention of permanent settlement in India.
RRB Section Controller Online Application
The application for RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2025 will be accepted online only from 15th September 2025 through the official websites of the Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs). Candidates should carefully follow the steps below while applying. We will provide the direct link to apply here after it gets activated.
Steps to Apply Online for RRB Section Controller Recruitment
- Visit the Official Website: Go to the RRB website of your nearby Railway Recruitment Board.
- Find the Notification: Click on the link “CEN No. 04/2025 – Section Controller Recruitment” under the latest notifications section.
- Register Yourself: Provide basic details such as name, date of birth, Aadhaar number, mobile number, and email ID to generate a Registration ID and password.
- Fill Application Form: Log in using your registration credentials and complete the application form with educational details, category, and other required information.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, Aadhaar verification, and other required certificates in the prescribed format.
- Pay Application Fee: Make the payment online via debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI (fee details will be mentioned in the detailed notification).
- Submit & Download: Submit the form and download/print a copy of the application for future reference.
RRB Section Officer Application Fee
It is mandatory to pay the application fee for all categories while applying for this post.
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / OBC | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / Female / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen |
₹250
|
RRB Section Controller Selection Process
The selection process for RRB Section Controller 2025 is likely to include the following stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT): Online objective exam with negative marking.
- Document Verification (DV): Checking of educational and category certificates.
- Medical Examination: Candidates must qualify A2 medical standards.
- Final Merit List: Based on CBT performance, subject to DV & medical fitness.
RRB Section Controller Previous Year Papers
Referring to RRB Section Controller Previous Year Question Paper is one of the best ways to prepare effectively. These papers help candidates understand the exam pattern, level of difficulty, and type of questions asked in past years.
Practising them regularly improves time management, accuracy, and confidence for the actual exam. Aspirants are advised to solve at least the last few years’ papers and analyse their performance to identify strong and weak areas for focused preparation.
Railway RRB Section Controller Salary
The post of Section Controller offers an attractive pay scale as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) and it is as follows:
- Pay Level: Level 6
- Basic Pay: Rs. 35,400 per month
Check details here – RRB Section Controlled Salary 2025
Regional Websites for RRB SC Recruitment 2025
For any queries or online application process regarding Section Controller recruitment, candidates can visit the official websites of these RRBs as per their preference and locality:
| RRB Name | Official Website |
| Ahmedabad |
www.rrbahmedabad.gov.in
|
| Ajmer |
www.rrbajmer.gov.in
|
| Bhopal |
www.rrbbhopal.gov.in
|
| Bhubaneswar |
www.rrbbbs.gov.in
|
| Bilaspur |
www.rrbbilaspur.gov.in
|
| Chandigarh |
www.rrbcdg.gov.in
|
| Chennai |
www.rrbchennai.gov.in
|
| Guwahati |
www.rrbguwahati.gov.in
|
| Jammu Srinagar |
www.rrbjammu.nic.in
|
| Kolkata |
www.rrbkolkata.gov.in
|
| Malda |
www.rrbmalda.gov.in
|
| Mumbai |
www.rrbmumbai.gov.in
|
| Muzaffarpur |
www.rrbmuzaffarpur.gov.in
|
| Patna |
www.rrbpatna.gov.in
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| Prayagraj |
www.rrbald.gov.in
|
| Ranchi |
www.rrbranchi.gov.in
|
| Secunderabad |
www.rrbsecunderabad.gov.in
|
| Siliguri |
www.rrbsiliguri.gov.in
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| Bengaluru |
www.rrbbnc.gov.in
|
| Gorakhpur |
www.rrbgkp.gov.in
|
| Thiruvananthapuram |
www.rrbthiruvananthapuram.gov.in
|
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