Railway RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026 (CEN 08/2026)

Post Date: October 21, 2026 | 03:20 PM  |  Updated: November 12, 2026

Railway RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026: Great news for government job seekers! The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the much-awaited Railway Station Master recruitment under Centralized Employment Notice (CEN) No. 08/2026. Through this recruitment, RRB is going to fill 1,265 vacant posts (as per Annexure-B of the detailed notification) in various railway zones across India. If you are a graduate and want to secure a prestigious career in Indian Railways with a handsome salary pack, this is the perfect chance for you. Since this is a high-profile supervisory job, competition is going to be tough, so you should start your preparation right away.

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The Online Applications for this vacancy started on 27 October 2026, and you can apply online till the last date, which is 25 November 2026. Talking about the application fee, General, OBC, and EWS candidates have to pay ₹500/-, but the best part is that ₹400/- will be refunded to your account after you appear in the CBT exam. For SC, ST, EBC, Ex-Servicemen, and all female candidates, the fee is just ₹250/-, which is fully refundable after the exam (bank charges deducted). Make sure to complete your fee payment before the deadline to avoid any last-minute server issues.

To apply for the Station Master post, all you need is a Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation) in any stream from a recognized university. Candidates are highly recommended to check their medical fitness, especially eyesight, as the A-2 medical standard is strictly required for this post. You can find the direct links for registration, login, and official notification download in the table below.

🔔 Latest Update (Detailed Notification Out Sarkari Result Station Master 2026):

  • RRB has released the detailed notification (CEN 08/2026).
  • The notification summary showed 1,215 posts, but as per Annexure-B / corrigendum the total vacancies are 1,265.
  • Online application started on 27 October 2026; last date is 25 November 2026 (11:59 PM).
  • This time Station Master has a separate notification and is not part of the NTPC Graduate notification.
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Railway RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026 (Advt No. CEN 08/2026)
Short Details of Notification | SARKARIRESULT10TH.COM
📅 Important Dates
  • Short Notice Released: 21 October 2026
  • Apply Online Start Date: 27 October 2026
  • Apply Online Last Date: 25 November 2026
  • Fee Payment Last Date: 27 November 2026
  • Correction Window: 28 Nov – 7 Dec 2026
  • CBT Exam Date: Notify Later
  • Admit Card Available: Before Exam
💳 Application Fee
  • General / OBC / EWS: ₹ 500/-
  • SC / ST / EBC / Female: ₹ 250/-
  • Refund Policy: Gen/OBC will get ₹400 refund, and others will get a full ₹250 refund (bank charges deducted) directly to their bank accounts after appearing in the CBT exam.
  • Correction Fee: ₹250 per modification (non-refundable).
  • Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
Age Limit Criteria (As on 01 January 2027 / as per RRB CEN 08/2026)
  • Minimum Age: 20 Years
  • Maximum Age: 33 Years (for General / UR Category)
  • Age Relaxation:
    • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years (Up to 36 Years)
    • SC / ST Candidates: 5 Years (Up to 38 Years)
    • PwBD / Ex-Servicemen: As per official Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) guidelines.
  • Date of Birth: Not before 02 Jan 1994 (UR/EWS), 02 Jan 1991 (OBC-NCL), 02 Jan 1989 (SC/ST), and not after 01 Jan 2007 for all categories.
Post Name Total Vacancy Educational Qualification
Railway Station Master (CEN 08/2026) 1265
(As per Annexure-B)
Candidates must have passed a Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation) in any stream/discipline from a recognized University or Educational Institute in India.

Important Eligibility Points Sarkari Result Station Master 2026:

  • Graduation must be completed by 25 November 2026. Final-year students with pending results cannot apply.
  • A candidate can submit only one application for one RRB. Multiple applications may lead to rejection of all.
  • PwBD: The Station Master post is not shown as suitable for notified PwBD categories (check Annexure-A of the notification).
  • Candidates who have undergone LASIK / refractive surgery are not eligible for this post.
  • OBC-NCL certificate must be issued on or after 1 April 2026; for EWS, family annual income must be below ₹8 lakh.

Railway RRB Station Master Category-Wise Vacancy 2026

Category Vacancy
Unreserved (UR)542
OBC (NCL)296
SC176
ST104
EWS147
Total (Annexure-B)1,265

Note: 133 vacancies for Ex-Servicemen are already included in the total. Vacancies are provisional and may increase or decrease as per railway requirements.

Railway Station Master Salary 2026 (7th Pay Commission)

The post of Station Master in Indian Railways is one of the most prestigious Group ‘C’ supervisory jobs under Pay Level-6 of the 7th CPC. Along with a handsome basic pay, selected candidates receive multiple government allowances:

Salary Component Amount / Details
Pay LevelLevel-6 (7th Pay Commission)
Initial Basic Pay₹35,400/- per month
Dearness Allowance (DA)As per current Central Govt rates
House Rent Allowance (HRA)8%, 16%, or 24% (Depending on City Class X, Y, Z)
Transport & Night Duty AllowanceExtra allowances as per railway shift rules
Gross In-Hand Salary ₹55,000 to ₹65,000+ per month (Approx., depends on posting and deductions)

Railway RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026: Mode of Selection 2026

The selection procedure involves the following stages:

  1. Online Examination (CBT): Single-stage Computer Based Test.
  2. CBAT (Psycho Test): Computer Based Aptitude Test for Station Master posts.
  3. Document Verification: Checking of all original mark sheets and category certificates.
  4. Medical Examination: Stringent medical fitness test (A-2) as per railway standards.

RRB Station Master Exam Pattern 2026 (Single-Stage CBT)

Candidates checking Sarkari Result Station Master updates must understand the exam structure before starting preparation. Station Master now has a single-stage CBT (not CBT-1 and CBT-2 like earlier NTPC pattern), followed by CBAT. There is a negative marking of 1/3rd mark for every wrong answer.

SectionQuestionsMarks
Basic Science, Mathematics & Analytical Capability (incl. Data Analysis)6060
Logical Capability2020
Mental Reasoning2020
Total100100
  • Duration: 120 Minutes | Negative Marking: 1/3 mark per wrong answer
  • Languages: English, Hindi and 13 regional languages (Reading Comprehension passages will be in English).
  • Minimum Qualifying Percentage: UR / EWS 40%, OBC / SC 30%, ST 25%.
  • CBAT: Around 8 times the vacancies (RRB-wise) will be shortlisted on the basis of CBT marks. Minimum T-Score of 42 is required in each test battery (no relaxation for reserved categories).
  • Final Merit: 70% weightage of CBT + 30% weightage of CBAT.

(Note: Please confirm the final pattern from the official CEN 08/2026 PDF before starting preparation.)

RRB Station Master Medical Standard 2026 (A-2)

TestStandard
Distant Vision6/9, 6/9 (without glasses)
Near VisionSn 0.6, 0.6 (without glasses)
Other TestsColour, Binocular, Night & Myopic Vision
At the time of CBATOriginal Vision Certificate is required

📝 How to Apply Railway RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026 Online Form

  1. Visit the official RRB application portal at rrbapply.gov.in (official RRB website: rrb.indianrailways.gov.in) or use the direct link below.
  2. Search for the “CEN 08/2026 Station Master Apply Online” link (active from 27 Oct 2026).
  3. Complete your initial registration by entering your basic details (Name, Contact Number, Email).
  4. Select the RRB for which you want to apply and log in to fill the complete application form with your academic and personal information.
  5. Complete identity verification, capture a live photograph, and upload signature and necessary documents in the required format.
  6. Pay the application fee online. Ensure your bank details are correct for the fee refund process.
  7. Submit the form before 25 November 2026 and print the confirmation page.

Documents Required for RRB Station Master Online Form

  • Class 10th certificate (Name and Date of Birth proof)
  • Graduation mark sheet / degree certificate
  • Aadhaar Card / valid photo ID
  • Category certificate (OBC-NCL / SC / ST / EWS), if applicable
  • Live photograph: captured during the online form (old photo upload is not used)
  • Signature: JPG/JPEG, 30–49 KB, minimum 140 × 60 pixels, black ink on white paper
  • Active mobile number and email ID
  • Aadhaar-seeded bank account for fee refund
SOME USEFUL IMPORTANT LINKS
Apply Online Form (Direct Link) Click Here To Apply
Official Application Portal rrbapply.gov.in
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Download Official Notification PDF (CEN 08/2026) Click Here
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Sarkari Result Station Master 2026

Q1. What is the last date to apply for Sarkari Result Station Master Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The online application form for RRB Station Master (CEN 08/2026) started on 27 October 2026, and the last date to apply online is 25 November 2026.

Q2. What is the monthly salary of a Railway Station Master in 2026?
Ans: Under Pay Level-6, the basic pay is ₹35,400/-. Including DA, HRA, and other railway allowances, the starting in-hand salary ranges between ₹55,000 to ₹65,000 per month (approx.).

Q3. Is A2 medical fitness mandatory for the Station Master post?
Ans: Yes, candidates must pass the strict A-2 Medical Standard test, which requires 6/9 distant vision without glasses and normal color vision. Candidates who have undergone LASIK surgery are not eligible.

Q4. Where can I apply online for RRB Station Master CEN 08/2026?
Ans: Eligible graduates can submit their online forms directly through the official RRB application portal at rrbapply.gov.in or via the direct links provided on SarkariResult10th.com.

Q5. How many stages are there in the Station Master exam?
Ans: There is a single-stage CBT (100 questions, 120 minutes), followed by CBAT, Document Verification and Medical Examination.

Q6. Can final-year students apply?
Ans: No. Your graduation result must be declared by 25 November 2026.

Q7. What if I make a mistake in the application form?
Ans: The correction window is open from 28 November to 7 December 2026 with a fee of ₹250 per modification.

Q8. How many vacancies are there in RRB Station Master 2026?
Ans: As per Annexure-B of the detailed notification, there are 1,265 vacancies (the summary table showed 1,215).

Disclaimer: The recruitment information provided on this page is for immediate reference only. Candidates must read the complete official notification (CEN 08/2026) thoroughly before applying. SarkariResult10th is not responsible for any inadvertent errors.
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