RRB Station Master 2026 Notice: Vacancies, Eligibility, Dates & Complete Guide
Good news for graduates who dream of a Railway career. The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) under the Ministry of Railways have released an indicative notice, CEN No. 08/2026, for the post of Station Master. The notice mentions about 1250 tentative vacancies across all RRBs, with pay at Level-6 of the 7th CPC. Station Master is one of the most respected posts in Railway Jobs, so many candidates will be waiting for this one.
Please note this is only a short, indicative notice. The detailed CEN will follow on the common RRB website, rrb.indianrailways.gov.in, and every rule will be as per that detailed notice. The application window is shown as tentative: opening 27 October 2026 and closing 25 November 2026. Read this article fully, keep your documents ready, and keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for the detailed update.
What Are the RRB Station Master CEN 08/2026 Key Highlights?
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) are the bodies that conduct recruitment for Indian Railways through a Centralised Employment Notification (CEN). This notice is for one post only, Station Master, and the vacancies are counted across all RRBs together.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways |
| Notice | CEN No. 08/2026 (Indicative Notice) |
| Post Name | Station Master |
| Total Vacancies | About 1250 (tentative, all RRBs) |
| Pay Level | Level-6 (7th CPC) |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s degree (graduation) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Tentative Last Date | 25 November 2026 |
| Job Location | All-India (all RRBs) |
How Many Vacancies Are There in RRB Station Master 2026?
| Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Station Master | 1250 (approx., tentative) | Level-6 |
The notice gives only a combined figure. The category-wise split (UR, OBC, SC, ST, EWS and PwBD) and the RRB-wise split are not given here, and they are not something we can guess. They should come in the detailed CEN, so treat 1250 as an approximate number for now. Please do not rely on any vacancy table you see on social media before the official notice is out.
What is the Eligibility for RRB Station Master 2026?
Educational Qualification
| Post | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Station Master | Bachelor’s degree (graduation) |
If you are looking for more options after graduation, see our graduate government jobs page. The qualification for this post is graduation, but note that the one-page indicative notice does not spell it out. Final educational rules, including any extra conditions, discipline limits or final-year provisions, will be as per the detailed CEN. So check that part carefully before you apply.
Age Limit and Medical Standard
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | As per the detailed CEN |
| Age Calculated As On | 01 January 2027 |
| Medical Standard | As per the detailed CEN |
The notice does not give the minimum or maximum age, or any age relaxation. It only says age will be counted as on 01 January 2027. Please do not trust any age figure you see elsewhere until the detailed CEN is out.
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What is the Salary for RRB Station Master 2026?
The notice places the post at Pay Level-6 as per the 7th CPC. It does not list the pay amount, allowances or other benefits, so we are not adding any figure here. The exact pay details will be clear once the detailed CEN is published. Pay Level-6 refers to the 7th Pay Commission pay matrix. Until the official numbers arrive, please treat any in-hand salary figure on other websites as a rough guess.
What is the Selection Process for RRB Station Master 2026?
The indicative notice does not describe any selection stage, exam pattern or syllabus. All of this will be given in the detailed CEN. Once it is out, we will update this article with the full stages. Do not worry about missing anything, because we will cover each stage in simple words. Meanwhile, you can keep checking our syllabus page and the exam calendar for related preparation material.
How to Apply for RRB Station Master CEN 08/2026 Online?
Applications will be accepted through online mode only, on the RRB application portal (link in Essential Links below). The application window has not started yet. It is tentatively set to open on 27 October 2026, so the steps below are the usual flow and the detailed CEN will confirm them.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Wait for the detailed CEN on rrb.indianrailways.gov.in and read it fully |
| 2 | Open the official application portal (link in Essential Links below) once the window opens |
| 3 | Register or sign in, and verify your details using Aadhaar |
| 4 | Fill in the form and upload the documents the detailed CEN asks for |
| 5 | Pay the fee if the detailed CEN asks for one |
| 6 | Submit the form and save the confirmation page |
What You Can Do Right Now
You do not need to sit idle until the detailed CEN arrives. The notice itself says its purpose is to keep you ready with the certificates and documents you will need. Check that your graduation certificate and marksheet are handy, and that your 10th class pass certificate is easy to find. Make sure your mobile number and email are active, because the application portal will use them. Finally, fix any Aadhaar mismatch early, as updates can take time.
Aadhaar Verification Tips
The notice gives clear advice on Aadhaar, and it can save you a lot of trouble later.
- Verify your primary details using Aadhaar while filling the online form. Non-Aadhaar verified applications face detailed scrutiny at every stage of recruitment, which can cause delays.
- Name and date of birth in Aadhaar must match 100% with your full name and date of birth in the 10th class pass certificate.
- Update your Aadhaar with the latest photo and latest biometrics (fingerprint and iris) before you fill the application.
What Are the Important Dates for RRB Station Master 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Opening Date | 27 October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 25 November 2026, 23:59 hours (Tentative) |
| Age Calculated As On | 01 January 2027 |
| Detailed CEN 08/2026 | To be published on rrb.indianrailways.gov.in |
| Exam Date | Not announced |
Both application dates are tentative, so please confirm them in the detailed CEN before you plan your submission. Dates marked tentative can shift, and we will update this page if they do.
What is the Application Fee for RRB Station Master 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | As per the detailed CEN |
The indicative notice does not mention the fee, the exemptions or the payment modes. These will be given in the detailed CEN.
RRB Station Master 2026 Essential Links
- Download Official Short Notification PDF
- Apply Online for RRB Station Master CEN 08/2026
- Visit RRB Official Website for the Detailed CEN
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
Start getting ready today, because the window is expected to open soon. Keep your graduation documents, your 10th certificate and an updated Aadhaar handy, and watch the official RRB website for the detailed CEN. Plan to apply by the tentative last date of 25 November 2026, and do not leave it for the final day. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for every update on this recruitment, and explore more railway jobs while you wait.