Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the Centralized Employment Notice CEN 08/2026 for the recruitment of 1265 Station Master posts in various Zonal Railways and Production Units across Indian Railways. Eligible and interested candidates holding a graduation degree can apply online through the official portal.
In this comprehensive article on Assam Career (assamjobupdate.com), you will find complete details regarding important dates, eligibility criteria, category-wise vacancy breakdowns, application fees, the selection process, and direct application links.
RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Feature / Detail | Specification |
| Organization Name | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Notice Number | CEN No. 08/2026 |
| Name of Post | Station Master |
| Total Vacancies | 1265 Posts |
| Job Location | Across India (Zonal Railways) |
| Pay Scale (7th CPC) | Level 6 (Initial Basic Pay: Rs. 35,400/-) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | rrb.indianrailways.gov.in |
Important Dates for RRB Station Master 2026
Candidates must keep track of the following crucial dates:
- Short Notice Date: 21st October 2026
- Detailed CEN / Notification Release Date: 26th October 2026 (Indicative Notice: 24th October 2026)
- Starting Date of Online Application: 27th October 2026
- Closing Date & Time for Online Application: 25th November 2026 (up to 23:59 Hrs)
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 27th November 2026
- Application Modification Window: 28th November 2026 to 7th December 2026
Eligibility Criteria
Before submitting the online application, candidates must ensure they fulfill all the required eligibility conditions:
1. Educational Qualification
- Candidates must possess a Graduate Degree from a recognized University or its equivalent qualification as of the closing date of application (25.11.2026).
- Note: Candidates awaiting final semester/year examination results are not eligible to apply.
2. Age Limit (As on 01.01.2027)
- Normal Age Limit: 20 to 33 Years
- Age Relaxation: Upper age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories (SC/ST: 5 years, OBC-NCL: 3 years) as per Government rules.
3. Medical Standards
- Candidates must meet the A-2 Medical Standard, which includes being physically fit in all respects, distant vision of 6/9, 6/9 without glasses, and passing tests for color vision (Ishihara), binocular vision, night vision, and myopic vision.
- Important: Candidates who have undergone LASIK surgery or any other surgical procedure to correct refractive errors are not eligible for the post of Station Master.
Application Fee & Refund Details
| Category | Fee Amount | Refund Status |
| General / EWS / OBC Candidates | Rs. 500/- | Rs. 400/- refunded after appearing in CBT |
| Female / SC / ST / Ex-SM / Minority / EBC | Rs. 250/- | Rs. 250/- refunded after appearing in CBT |
- Payment Mode: Online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
Exam Pattern & Selection Process
The recruitment process for RRB Station Master consists of the following consecutive stages:
1. Computer Based Test (CBT) Pattern
- Total Duration: 120 Minutes
- Total Questions: 100 Objective-type Questions
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for every incorrect answer
| Section / Subject | Number of Questions |
| Basic Science, Mathematics & Analytical Capability | 60 Questions |
| Logical Capability | 20 Questions |
| Mental Reasoning | 20 Questions |
2. Subsequent Stages
- Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT): Shortlisted candidates (8 times the total vacancies) must qualify the psychological aptitude test.
- Document Verification (DV): Verification of original educational certificates, caste certificates, and identity documents.
- Medical Examination: Final medical evaluation as per A-2 visual standards.
- Final Merit List: Drawn with 70% weightage for CBT marks and 30% weightage for CBAT marks.
Category-Wise Vacancy Details (Total: 1265 Posts)
- Unreserved (UR): 542 Posts
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 176 Posts
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 104 Posts
- Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL): 296 Posts
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 147 Posts
- Ex-Servicemen (ExSM): 133 Posts
Important Links for RRB Station Master 2026
| Link Description | Direct Link |
| Apply Online Link | Click Here to Apply Online |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Official CEN 08/2026 PDF |
| Official RRB Portal | Visit RRB Website |
| More Job Updates | Visit Assam Career |
Disclaimer: Information published above is based on the official Centralized Employment Notice CEN 08/2026. Candidates are advised to read the official notification PDF carefully before submitting their online applications.