RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2025 – CEN 04/2025 | 368 Vacancies | Apply Online
📢 Notification Overview
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 04/2025 for the recruitment of Section Controllers in various Zonal Railways across India. This is a Graduate Level (Level-6, 7th CPC) post with attractive pay and career growth in Indian Railways.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
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| Indicative Notice | 23 August 2025 |
| Detailed Notification Released | 14 September 2025 |
| Online Application Starts | 15 September 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 October 2025 (23:59 hrs) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 16 October 2025 |
| Application Correction Window | 17 – 26 October 2025 |
| Scribe Details Submission | 27 – 31 October 2025 |
| CBT & CBAT Exam Dates | To be notified on RRB websites |
💼 Vacancy Details
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Post Name: Section Controller
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Total Vacancies: 368 (Zone & RRB-wise details in Annexure-B of the notification)
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Pay Level: Level 6 (7th CPC)
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Initial Pay: ₹35,400/-
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Medical Standard: A-2 (Vision standards apply – candidates who underwent Lasik are not eligible)
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
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Must hold a Graduation Degree from a recognized University/Institute as on 14.10.2025.
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)
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Minimum: 20 years
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Maximum: 33 years
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DOB Range: Born between 02.01.1993 and 01.01.2006 (UR/EWS)
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Age Relaxations:
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OBC-NCL – 3 years
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SC/ST – 5 years
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Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Railway staff – As per rules mentioned in the notification
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Nationality
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Indian citizens and eligible subjects of Nepal, Bhutan, Tibetan refugees and certain PIOs as per Govt. norms.
🧪 Selection Process
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Single Stage Computer Based Test (CBT)
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Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
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Document Verification (DV)
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Medical Examination
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Negative marking in CBT: 1/3rd marks deducted for each wrong answer
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Final merit list based on 70% CBT + 30% CBAT
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Candidates must pass the CBAT to be considered
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee | Refund on appearing in CBT |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹500 | ₹400 |
| SC / ST / EWS / EBC / PwBD / Women / Transgender / ExSM | ₹250 | ₹250 |
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Mode of Payment: Online (Net banking / Credit / Debit / UPI)
♿ Reservation
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Vertical reservation for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS as per Govt. rules
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Horizontal reservation for PwBD & Ex-Servicemen
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EBC category candidates get only fee concession (not job reservation)
📌 How to Apply
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Visit the official website of your chosen RRB (list given in notification).
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Create an Account (if not done in earlier RRB recruitments).
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Login and fill the online application carefully.
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Upload live photo, signature, and documents as per format.
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Pay the application fee online and submit the application before the last date.
⚠️ Important Instructions
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One candidate can apply to only one RRB under this notification.
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Use your own valid mobile number and email ID throughout the recruitment process.
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Lasik or any vision correction surgery is not allowed for A-2 medical standard.
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Free sleeper class railway travel pass is available to SC/ST candidates (with valid caste certificate).
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Keep checking the official RRB websites for exam city/date info and admit card download.
📎 Official Helpline
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Email: rrb.help@csc.gov.in
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Phone: 9592001188 / 01725653333
📥 Download Notification
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Official PDF: RRB CEN 04/2025 – Section Controller Notification