RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026 – 1,265 Posts | Any Graduate | Apply by 25 November

RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026: The Railway Recruitment Boards have released CEN 08/2026 for 1,265 Station Master posts across Indian Railways. From 2026, Station Master posts are notified separately from the NTPC exam.

Graduates in any stream aged 20 to 33 years can apply online on rrbapply.gov.in from 27.10.2026 to 25.11.2026. Selection is through a CBT, an aptitude test (CBAT), document verification and a medical test.

About RRB:

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) work under the Ministry of Railways and recruit staff for Indian Railways through 21 regional boards across India.

RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026:

RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

RRB Station Master Openings 2026 – Details

RRB Mumbai has the most posts (177), followed by RRB Jammu-Srinagar (122) and RRB Chennai (119). The full RRB-wise table is in the notification.

RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

A graduate degree in any discipline from a recognised university, held on or before 25.11.2026. Candidates waiting for their final result cannot apply.

Who Can Apply

• ✔ Is a graduate in any stream
• ✔ Is 20 to 33 years old (as on 01.01.2027)
• ✔ Meets medical standard A-2 (good eyesight with or without glasses)
• ✔ Has not had LASIK or any eye refractive surgery
• ✔ Applies to only one RRB

Age Limit (as on 01.01.2027)

Minimum 20 years and maximum 33 years.

Age Relaxation

RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee

Fee is paid online. The refund is given only if you appear in the CBT. Each change in the correction window costs Rs. 250.

RRB Station Master Salary / Pay Scale

RRB Station Masters are placed at Pay Level 6 of the 7th Pay Commission.

Selection Process of RRB Station Master:

Selection in the RRB Station Master Recruitment has four stages:

Stage 1 – Computer Based Test (CBT)

100 questions in 120 minutes. One-third mark is cut for each wrong answer.

Stage 2 – Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)

Candidates up to 8 times the vacancies are called. You need a T-score of at least 42 in each test. Final merit is 70% CBT and 30% CBAT.

Stage 3 – Document Verification

Candidates are called based on the combined merit with original documents.

Stage 4 – Medical Examination

You must meet medical standard A-2.

RRB Station Master Exam Pattern 2026

The subject-wise break-up is given in the notification.

Why Apply for RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026

The RRB Station Master Recruitment is a Level 6 central government job with a starting basic pay of Rs. 35,400, open to any graduate.

It is the first time Railways is holding a separate Station Master exam, so competition may be lower than in the combined NTPC exam.

How to Prepare for RRB Station Master Exam 2026

The RRB Station Master Exam 2026 has a CBT and an aptitude test. Start with these:

• Practise mathematics and reasoning from previous RRB NTPC papers.
• Read general awareness, railway facts and current affairs daily.
• Take CBAT practice tests for memory, perception and reaction speed.
• Attempt full mock tests in 120 minutes and avoid guessing because of negative marking.

Documents Required for RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026

Keep these documents ready for the RRB Station Master Recruitment:

• ✔ 10th certificate (date of birth proof)
• ✔ Graduation degree and marksheets
• ✔ Caste / EWS / PwBD certificate (if applicable)
• ✔ Ex-servicemen documents (if applicable)
• ✔ Aadhaar card
• ✔ Recent photo (live photo is taken while applying)
• ✔ Signature in black ink (JPG, 30 to 49 KB)
• ✔ Personal mobile number and email ID

How to Apply for RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026

Apply online on the RRB portal:

1. Go to rrbapply.gov.in and create an account with your own mobile number and email.
2. Log in and fill the CEN 08/2026 Station Master form.
3. Choose only one RRB.
4. Take the live photo and upload your signature.
5. Pay the fee by 27.11.2026 and submit the form by 25.11.2026.
6. Save the confirmation page.

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RRB Station Master Recruitment- Frequently Asked Questions:

Q1: What is the last date for RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026?

A: The last date to apply is 25.11.2026 (11:59 PM). Fee can be paid till 27.11.2026.

Q2: How many Station Master posts are there?

A: 1,265 posts as per the PIB release. Some websites show 1,215, so check the notification.

Q3: Who can apply?

A: Any graduate aged 20 to 33 years as on 01.01.2027.

Q4: What is the salary?

A: Pay Level 6 with a starting basic pay of Rs. 35,400 per month, plus allowances.

Q5: What is the application fee?

A: Rs. 500 (Rs. 400 refunded after CBT). Rs. 250 for SC/ST/ExSM/female/transgender/minority/EBC, fully refunded after CBT.

Q6: Is there negative marking?

A: Yes, 1/3 mark is cut for each wrong answer in the CBT.

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