Railway RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026 For 1265 Posts, Apply Online Link

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways (Government of India), have released the Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 08/2026 for the recruitment of Station Masters across various Zonal Railways. This major recruitment drive aims to fill 1,215 vacancies (Pay Level-6 in 7th CPC with an initial pay of ₹35,400/- per month) in Indian Railways.

Candidates who hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university and fulfill Medical Standard A-2 (without glasses / no LASIK surgery) may apply online, subject to the eligibility conditions. According to the supplied recruitment notification, the online application window is open from 27 October 2026 to 25 November 2026 (23:59 Hrs). The recruitment will be conducted through a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by a Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT).

RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026 Highlights

RRB Station Master Important Dates 2026

Candidates should note the following dates mentioned in the supplied recruitment information.

Candidates should check the official commission website for any changes to the recruitment schedule.

RRB Station Master Educational Qualification 2026

Candidates must meet the educational qualification and medical fitness requirements applicable to the post.

Important: Candidates awaiting the final results of their degree examination are strictly not eligible to apply. Candidates who have undergone LASIK surgery or any surgical procedure to correct refractive errors are not eligible for Medical Standard A-2. A vision certificate from an eye specialist (Annexure-VI) is mandatory to appear in the CBAT.

RRB Station Master Age Limit 2026

According to the supplied recruitment information, the candidate’s age will be calculated as of 1 January 2027.

Age relaxation is admissible to eligible reserved-category candidates as per Central Government and Railway rules. Refer to the official notification for the precise conditions.

RRB Station Master Application Fee 2026

The application fee details supplied for this recruitment are listed below.

Candidates can pay the application fee online using the payment methods supported by the application portal, such as internet banking, debit/credit cards, or UPI. The examination fee refund will be credited directly to the candidate’s Aadhaar-linked bank account upon appearing in the CBT.

Applicants should confirm the applicable fee and payment instructions on the official portal before making payment.

How to Apply for RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can follow these steps to submit their online applications:

1. Visit the official RRB online portal at rrbapply.gov.in or navigate via the unified portal at rrb.indianrailways.gov.in.
2. Click on “Create an Account” or log in using existing credentials from earlier RRB CEN notifications.
3. Authenticate your identity using DigiLocker or Aadhaar verification for a seamless application process.
4. Select only ONE Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) of your choice and indicate your preference for Zonal Railways.
5. Fill in all required educational, communication, and category details carefully.
6. Capture a live photograph using your webcam or mobile camera against a plain white background in dark clothing as per instructions.
7. Upload your scanned signature in running handwriting using black ink (30–49 KB in JPG/JPEG format).
8. Upload valid SC/ST community certificate (PDF, under 400 KB) if opting for the Free Sleeper Class Railway Pass.
9. Pay the applicable examination fee through the online payment gateway.
10. Review all details thoroughly and submit the online application on or before 25 November 2026 (23:59 Hrs).
11. Download or print the final application form and registration acknowledgment for future correspondence.

Candidates should ensure that the information provided is accurate and retain their application details for future correspondence.

RRB Station Master Selection Process 2026

The recruitment process will consist of the following four stages:

• Single Stage Computer Based Test (CBT): 100 objective-type questions (Basic Science & Math: 60 marks, Logical Capability: 20 marks, Mental Reasoning: 20 marks) with a duration of 120 minutes. There is a negative marking of 1/3rd mark for each wrong answer.
• Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT): Candidates equal to 8 times the vacancies will be shortlisted for CBAT. Candidates must score a minimum T-score of 42 marks in each test battery to qualify. There is no negative marking in CBAT.
• Document Verification (DV): Candidates will be shortlisted in a 1:1 ratio based on combined merit (70% weightage of CBT score + 30% weightage of CBAT score).
• Medical Examination: Shortlisted candidates must pass the prescribed Medical Standard A-2 examination.

Candidates should refer to the official notification for details about the examination pattern, qualifying requirements, merit preparation, document verification and any additional selection stages.

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Conclusion

RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026 (CEN No. 08/2026) aims to fill 1,215 Station Master vacancies in Level-6 across various Zonal Railways under the Ministry of Railways. Candidates holding a Graduate Degree in any stream who meet the strict Medical Standard A-2 should review the eligibility conditions and syllabus before submitting their applications.

According to the supplied recruitment information, the online application window closes on 25 November 2026 (23:59 Hrs), with fee payments accepted until 27 November 2026. Candidates should verify all dates and eligibility conditions through the unified official RRB portal before applying.

Disclaimer: This article is based on the recruitment information supplied for drafting and has not been independently verified against the latest official notification. Candidates should consult the official RRB website and recruitment documents for authoritative information, subsequent amendments and application status before applying.