Last updated: 30 October 2026
Important: Always verify the vacancy figure, application dates, age cut-off, syllabus, exam pattern and selection stages from the latest official RRB notification before publishing or applying. If the official notice changes, update this article immediately.
RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026
Railway Recruitment Boards have announced a separate recruitment process for the post of Station Master for the 2026 recruitment cycle. The current announcement reports 1,265 tentative vacancies for eligible candidates.
This separate recruitment is important for Railway aspirants because Station Master vacancies should now be tracked through the dedicated Station Master notice instead of being treated only as part of a general NTPC recruitment update.
Candidates should read the official notification carefully before applying. The official notice remains the final authority for vacancies, eligibility, application dates, examination stages, fee rules and document requirements.
Read the Notification: RRB Station Master 2026 Official Notification (PDF)
RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting organisation | Railway Recruitment Boards |
| Post | Station Master |
| Recruitment cycle | 2026 |
| Vacancies | 1,265 tentative vacancies, subject to official confirmation and revision |
| Job sector | Indian Railways |
| Application mode | Online through the official RRB application system |
| Selection | As stated in the official notification |
| Official source | Regional RRB websites and the official application portal |
What is new in Station Master recruitment?
Earlier, many candidates followed Station Master opportunities through wider NTPC graduate-level recruitment updates. The 2026 recruitment information indicates a separate Station Master recruitment route.
This means candidates should:
- Track Station Master updates separately.
- Follow the official RRB notification instead of relying only on coaching-site summaries.
- Check the regional RRB website for corrigenda and revised dates.
- Avoid treating social-media posts or unofficial vacancy graphics as final confirmation.
The separate notification does not remove the need to check the exact qualification, age limit, medical standards and selection stages in the official PDF.
Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CEN No. | CEN No. 08/2026 |
| Post | Station Master |
| Official notification | October 2026 |
| Online application begins | October 26, 2026 |
| Closing date for online application | November 25, 2026, up to 11:59 PM |
| Last date for application-fee payment | Check the detailed CEN 08/2026 notification |
| Application correction window | To be announced in the official notification |
| CBT examination begins | To be announced by RRB |
| Admit card release | To be announced by RRB |
| Result date | To be announced by RRB |
Important: The online application process for RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026 under CEN No. 08/2026 begins on October 26, 2026, and closes on November 25, 2026. The Railway Recruitment Boards have not yet announced the Computer-Based Test date. Candidates should follow the official RRB websites for the examination schedule, admit card and further notices.
Eligibility for RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026
Age Limit
For CEN No. 08/2026, the age limit is 20 to 33 years, calculated as on 1 January 2027. Candidates must meet the age condition on the prescribed cut-off date, not on the date they submit the application.
| Age requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | 20 years |
| Maximum age | 33 years |
| Age calculation date | 1 January 2027 |
| Medical standard | A-2, as specified for the post |
| Pay level | Level 6 of the 7th CPC |
| Initial basic pay | ₹35,400 |
Candidates should check the CEN for the exact date-of-birth range, category-wise relaxation and certificate conditions. Age relaxation is available to eligible categories under the applicable Government of India rules and the conditions of CEN No. 08/2026.
Keep the relevant category, disability or ex-servicemen certificate ready where applicable. The certificate may need to be valid at a particular stage of recruitment, so candidates should follow the wording in the official notice.
Important: Do not use age details from an earlier NTPC or Station Master recruitment. CEN No. 08/2026 is the controlling notice for this recruitment.
Exam Pattern 2026
The new recruitment uses a single-stage Computer-Based Test followed by the Computer-Based Aptitude Test, Document Verification and Medical Examination, subject to the conditions in CEN No. 08/2026.
Computer-Based Test
| CBT section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Science, Mathematics and Analytical Ability | 60 | 60 |
| Logical Ability | 20 | 20 |
| Mental Reasoning | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Question type: Objective multiple-choice questions
- Total time: 120 minutes
- Negative marking: 1/3 mark for each incorrect answer, subject to the official CEN rules
- PwBD candidates using a scribe: Check the additional time provision in the official notice
Selection stages after the CBT
- Computer-Based Test: The single-stage CBT shortlists candidates according to the CEN rules.
- Computer-Based Aptitude Test: Candidates shortlisted for Station Master recruitment must meet the prescribed aptitude-test conditions. The test covers the aptitude areas stated by RRB.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must produce original certificates and valid supporting documents.
- Medical Examination: The Station Master post carries the prescribed A-2 medical standard. Candidates should read the eyesight and medical requirements carefully before applying.
For final merit, the available recruitment guidance states that CBT performance and CBAT performance are combined in a 70:30 ratio, after the required qualifying conditions are met. Candidates should confirm the exact formula and qualifying requirements in the official CEN PDF before relying on it.
How to prepare for the CBT
Basic Science, Mathematics and Analytical Ability: Revise arithmetic, percentages, ratio and proportion, averages, profit and loss, time and work, time and distance, interest, algebra, data interpretation and basic science concepts. Practise mixed sets because this section carries 60 marks.
Logical Ability: Practise analogy, classification, coding-decoding, series, syllogism, directions, blood relations and statement-based questions.
Mental Reasoning: Work on puzzles, seating arrangements, decision-making, spatial and visual reasoning, pattern recognition and timed problem-solving. Maintain an error notebook and revisit questions that took too long.
CBAT preparation: Do not treat the aptitude test as a formality. Practise speed, concentration, accuracy and instruction-following through suitable aptitude-test exercises, then check the official qualifying conditions.
Negative marking and qualifying rules
Candidates should allow for 1/3-mark negative marking in the CBT. The CBT has its own qualifying requirements, so do not apply the CBT marking rule to the aptitude test. Add the exact minimum qualifying marks and stage-wise thresholds from the official CEN PDF if the notice specifies them.
RRB Station Master Vacancy 2026: RRB-Wise and Zone Grouping
The corrected total is 1,265 tentative vacancies across 21 RRBs and 17 railway zones. Candidates can apply to only one RRB, so compare the RRB totals before making a preference decision.
| RRB | Railway zone or zones covered | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | Western Railway | 31 |
| Ajmer | North Western Railway, West Central Railway | 61 |
| Prayagraj | North Central Railway, Northern Railway | 112 |
| Bengaluru | South Western Railway | 102 |
| Bhopal | West Central Railway, Western Railway | 62 |
| Bhubaneswar | East Coast Railway | 23 |
| Bilaspur | Central Railway, South East Central Railway | 64 |
| Chandigarh | Northern Railway | 28 |
| Chennai | Southern Railway | 119 |
| Gorakhpur | North Eastern Railway | 18 |
| Guwahati | Northeast Frontier Railway | 37 |
| Jammu-Srinagar | Northern Railway | 122 |
| Kolkata | Eastern Railway, South Eastern Railway | 37 |
| Malda | Eastern Railway | 4 |
| Mumbai | Central Railway, South Central Railway, Western Railway | 177 |
| Muzaffarpur | East Central Railway | 14 |
| Patna | East Central Railway | 17 |
| Ranchi | East Central Railway, South Eastern Railway | 27 |
| Secunderabad | South Central Railway, South Coast Railway | 70 |
| Siliguri | Northeast Frontier Railway | 26 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | Southern Railway | 114 |
| Total | 21 RRBs, 17 railway zones | 1,265 |
Category-wise vacancy summary
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | 542 |
| Scheduled Caste | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribe | 104 |
| OBC-NCL | 296 |
| Economically Weaker Section | 147 |
| Total | 1,265 |
| Ex-Servicemen horizontal reservation | 133, included in the total |
Quick preparation checklist
- Confirm the age limit of 20 to 33 years as on 1 January 2027.
- Revise the 60-mark Basic Science, Mathematics and Analytical Ability section first.
- Practise Logical Ability and Mental Reasoning as separate timed sections.
- Plan for 100 CBT questions in 120 minutes.
- Account for 1/3-mark negative marking.
- Read the A-2 medical standard before applying.
- Compare the 21 RRB totals before selecting one RRB.
RRB Station Master selection process
The selection stages must be confirmed from the official notification. Depending on the published rules, candidates may need to prepare for stages such as:
- Computer-Based Test.
- Computer-Based Aptitude Test, if prescribed.
- Document Verification.
- Medical Examination.
Do not add marks, qualifying percentages, negative-marking rules or stage weightage unless the official PDF clearly confirms them. These details can affect a candidate’s preparation and should never be guessed.
RRB Station Master syllabus and preparation strategy
A practical preparation plan should cover the subjects named in the official notification. Railway aspirants can use the following approach while waiting for the detailed syllabus confirmation.
Mathematics
Revise percentages, ratios, averages, profit and loss, time and work, time and distance, simple and compound interest, data interpretation and basic algebra. Start with short topic tests and then move to full-length mocks.
Reasoning
Practise series, coding-decoding, syllogism, blood relations, directions, seating arrangements, analogy, classification and statement-based questions. Keep a notebook of repeated mistakes.
General Awareness and current affairs
Focus on national events, government schemes, important appointments, awards, sports, science, transport-related developments and major economic news. Revise monthly notes instead of trying to memorise every daily headline.
You can follow Current Affairs and General Knowledge sections to strengthen your preparation on current events (Daily Current Affairs, Sports Current Affairs) and topics on Indian History, Indian Polity, etc.
Railway awareness
Study important railway zones, operations, safety terms, recent railway projects and basic information connected with railway administration. Use official railway sources for factual verification.
Mock-test method
Attempt a diagnostic mock before beginning intensive preparation. Record accuracy, time spent, and questions left unanswered. Review incorrect answers on the same day and repeat weak topics every week.
How to apply for RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026
Use the official application portal and follow the instructions in the notification:
- Open the official RRB application website.
- Select the correct Station Master recruitment notice.
- Complete registration with accurate personal details.
- Enter educational and category information exactly as required.
- Upload the photograph, signature and documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the applicable fee through the available payment method.
- Review the form before final submission.
- Download and save the completed application and payment receipt.
Use an active mobile number and email address. Save the registration number and password securely.
Frequently asked questions
Q1) Is RRB Station Master recruitment separate from RRB NTPC?
Ans: The 2026 recruitment information indicates a separate Station Master recruitment route. Candidates should confirm the final structure from the latest official RRB notification.
Q2) How many vacancies are announced?
Ans: The current announcement reports 1,265 tentative vacancies. Candidates should check the official notice and later corrigenda because vacancy figures can be revised.
Q3) What is the qualification for Station Master?
Ans: Check the official notification for the exact educational qualification, age cut-off and other conditions before applying.
Q4) When will the Station Master exam be conducted?
Ans: The examination date will be announced by the Railway Recruitment Boards. Do not treat an expected date from a coaching website as confirmed.
Q5) Where can I apply?
Ans: Apply only through the official RRB application system or the regional RRB website named in the official notification.
Q6) Final advice for Railway aspirants
Ans: RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026 is an important opportunity, but candidates should prepare carefully and verify every official detail before applying. Start with mathematics, reasoning and general awareness, build a weekly mock-test routine and follow official RRB updates for dates and corrigenda.
Last updated: 30 October 2026. This article should be reviewed whenever the Railway Recruitment Board publishes a corrigendum, examination schedule or revised vacancy notice.
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