RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026 (CEN 08/2026) Indicative Notice Out for 1250 Posts
RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026: The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released the indicative notice for Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 08/2026 for the recruitment of Station Master in Indian Railways. As per the notice dated 24 October 2026, around 1,250 tentative vacancies will be filled across all RRBs in Pay Level 6 (7th CPC). The online application is tentatively scheduled to start on 27 October 2026 and to close on 25 November 2026 (23:59 hours) on the official application portal rrbapply.gov.in. Please note that this is only an indicative notice. The eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, exam pattern and other details will be published in the detailed CEN on the common website of all RRBs. All the details available so far are given below.
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RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026: Short Details
| Recruitment Name | RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026 |
| Job Location | All India |
| Total Posts | 1,250 |
| Post Names | Station Master |
| Age Limit | As per detailed CEN (age to be calculated as on 1 January 2027) |
| Exam Mode | Online (Computer Based Test), |
| Form Apply Mode | Online |
| Official Website | rrb.indianrailways.gov.in |
| Category | Recruitment |
RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notice Date | 24 October 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 27 October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 25 November 2026, 23:59 hours (Tentative) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | As per detailed CEN |
| Application Correction Date | As per detailed CEN |
RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
The Railway Recruitment Boards have announced approximately 1,250 tentative vacancies for the post of Station Master across all RRBs. The RRB-wise and category-wise distribution of posts will be published in the detailed CEN No. 08/2026.
| Post Name | Pay Level (7th CPC) | No. of Post |
|---|---|---|
| Station Master | Level 6 | 1,250 |
About the Station Master Post
A Station Master is responsible for the smooth and safe operation of train services at a railway station. The role includes coordinating train movements, following safety rules, supervising station staff and managing day-to-day station operations. It is one of the most respected operational posts in Indian Railways, and the post is placed in Pay Level 6 of the 7th Pay Commission.
RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026: Qualification
The educational qualification and the medical standard for the Station Master post have not been mentioned in the indicative notice. They will be given in the detailed CEN No. 08/2026. In the earlier recruitment under CEN 06/2025, Station Master was a graduate-level post, so a graduation degree is expected. Candidates must confirm the exact qualification from the detailed notification before applying.
RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026: Age Limit
- The age of the candidates will be calculated as on 1 January 2027.
- The minimum and maximum age limits will be mentioned in the detailed CEN.
- Age relaxation for reserved categories will be given as per the railway rules.
RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026: Application Fee
The category-wise application fee, the payment modes and the refund rules will be announced in the detailed CEN No. 08/2026. Candidates should pay the fee only through the official online application portal and should not give money to any agent or broker.
RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026: Selection Process
The selection process is expected to include the stages given below. Candidates who qualify at each stage will be called for the next stage. The final selection process will be confirmed in the detailed CEN.
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Documents To Keep Ready
Since the application window is about to open, candidates should keep the following documents ready. The final list of documents will be given in the detailed CEN.
- Aadhaar card, updated with the latest photo and biometrics
- 10th class pass certificate
- Graduation degree or marksheet
- Category, EWS or PwBD certificate, if applicable
- Recent passport-size photograph and scanned signature
- Active email ID and mobile number
How To Apply For RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026
The online application is tentatively scheduled to open on 27 October 2026. Candidates can follow the steps given below once the application link is active.
- Visit the official application portal rrbapply.gov.in.
- Register yourself or log in with your Aadhaar-verified details.
- Select CEN No. 08/2026 for the post of Station Master.
- Fill in your personal, educational and other required details carefully.
- Upload your photo, signature and the required documents.
- Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
- Submit the form and take a printout of the final application for future reference.
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Important Links
| APPLY ONLINE | CLICK HERE |
| FULL NOTIFICATION | DOWNLOAD PDF |
| OFFICIAL WEBSITE | CLICK HERE |
| HOME PAGE | HOME |
RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026: FAQ
What is the last date to apply for RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026?
As per the indicative notice, the last date to apply online is tentatively 25 November 2026 (23:59 hours). The application is tentatively scheduled to start on 27 October 2026.
How to apply online for RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can apply online only through the official portal rrbapply.gov.in. Register or log in, select CEN No. 08/2026, fill in the details, upload the documents, pay the fee and submit the form.
How many vacancies are there in RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026?
As per the indicative notice, there are approximately 1,250 tentative vacancies for the post of Station Master across all RRBs in Pay Level 6.
What are the qualification and age limit for RRB Station Master 2026?
The qualification and the age limit will be given in the detailed CEN No. 08/2026. The age will be calculated as on 1 January 2027. Candidates should read the detailed notification before applying.
What is the selection process for RRB Station Master 2026?
The selection is expected to include a Computer Based Test (CBT), a Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), Document Verification and a Medical Examination. The final process will be confirmed in the detailed CEN.
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