RRB Section Controller Notification 2025 :
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced a total of 368 vacancies of Section Controller posts in Indian Railways. The online form process for RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2025 will commence from 15th September to 14th October 2025. Check complete details regarding the Railway Section Controller Vacancy 2025 from here.
Through the RRB Section Controller Short Notice released against the advt no. CEN 04/2025, the number of vacancies, application dates, age limit, and salary details are provided for the said position. The detailed advertisement for RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2025 will be released with complete details on all regional websites. The snippet of the short notice is attached below.
RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2025 Important Dates :
The start and end dates of submitting the applications have been notified through the release of the RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2025 short notice. The registration process will start from 15th September 2025, and the last date is 14th October 2025 (11:59 pm).
| Events | Dates |
| Short Notification | 22nd August 2025 |
| Detailed Notification | by 14th September 2025 |
| Starting Date of Online Application | 15th September 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14th October 2025 (11:59 pm) |
| Last Date of Payment of Fees | To be notified |
| Dates for the Modification window for corrections | To be notified |
RRB Section Controller Application Fee 2025 :
To complete the application process successfully, candidates have to pay an application fee before submitting their application forms, and the fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances. Candidates can pay the application fee by using any online payment method as per their categories. Below, we have mentioned the Fee structure.
| Category | Application Fee |
| General/OBC | Rs. 500/- |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Women | Rs. 250/- |
RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2025 Selection Process :
The selection of the eligible candidates will be done through multiple stages of the recruitment process. Candidates have to appear and qualify in each stage to get selected for the Section Controller post in Indian Railways.
Stage 1- Written Examination
Stage 2- Skill Test (if required)
Stage 3- Document Verification
Stage 4- Medical Examination
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have completed their graduation in any field from a recognised university or board.
RRB Section Controller Vacancy :
The Indian Railways has announced 368 vacancies for the position of Section Controller through the RRB Section Controller Notification 2025 (CEN 04/2025). So far, only the total number of vacancies has been shared; the category-wise and zone-wise distribution of these vacancies will be released with the official notification PDF.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
| Section Controller | 368 |
| RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2025- Summary | |
| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Posts Name | Section Controller |
| Vacancies | 368 |
| Advt. No | 04/2025 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Registration Dates | 15th September to 14th October 2025 |
| Medical Standard | A-2 |
| Age Limit | 20 to 33 Years (as on 01/01/2026) |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation |
| Selection Process | Written Exam Skill Test (if required) Document Verification Medical Examination |
| Pay Level | Level-6 |
| Initial Salary | Rs. 35,400/- |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Official website | https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in |
Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026) :
Candidates’ minimum age should be 20 years, and maximum age should not be more than 33 years as on 01/01/2026 to be eligible to apply online for the Railway Section Controller Vacancy 2025. The upper age limit for the reserved category will be provided as per government norms.
- Minimum Age – 20 years
- Maximum Age – 33 years
| RRB Section Controller Vacancy 2025 [Zone-wise] | |
| 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 Salary Structure 2025 :
An RRB Section Controller’s salary is based on the 7th Pay Commission, with a starting basic pay of Rs. 35,400/- and placed in Pay Matrix Level 6. The total monthly salary, including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Transportation Allowance (TA), and in-hand salary, can be around Rs. 60,000.
Documents needed to apply online :
Before beginning the application, you should prepare the following documents and information:
- Aadhaar card details, which must match your 10th-class certificate information.
- A recent passport-sized photograph and your scanned signature, adhering to the specified format.
- Educational qualification details, including your graduation information.
- Caste or category certificate, if applicable.
- A valid mobile number and email ID for registration and communication.
How to Apply Online for RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2025 :
The Online Application process for the RRB Section Controller Recruitment will start at the Railway Recruitment Board’s official website from 15th September 2025 onwards, and to apply online, candidates can follow the steps provided below.
- Visit your regional RRB website: Go to the official website of the Railway Recruitment Board for your specific region.
- Find the recruitment link: On the homepage, locate and click the link for “CEN No. 04/2025 – Section Controller Recruitment” under the latest notifications.
- Complete the registration:
(i) Click on the “New Registration” link.
(ii) Enter your basic details, including your name, date of birth, mobile number, and email ID.
(iii) An OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number for validation.
(iv) Use the generated registration ID and password to log in. - Fill out the application form:
(i) Log in using your new credentials and fill in the detailed application form.
(ii) Provide your personal details, educational qualifications, category, and other requested information. - Upload documents:
(i) Upload your recent photograph and scanned signature as per the instructions.
(ii) Upload your Aadhaar verification and other required certificates. - Pay the application fee:
(i) Pay the application fee online using a debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI.
(ii) The fee is ₹500 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹250 for SC/ST/PwBD/Female candidates. - Submit and save:
(i) After reviewing all the entered information, submit the form.
(ii) Download and print a copy of your submitted application for future reference.
