Short Brief
Indian Railway Section Controller Recruitment 2025 has been officially announced through RRB CEN 04/2025 Notification. The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) are inviting applications for 368 vacancies of Section Controller across different zones. This article provides complete details about the IR Section Controller Notification 2025, including eligibility, age, exam pattern, syllabus, salary, and how to apply.
Important Dates – Indian Railway Section Controller Notification 2025
Below are the key dates for IR Section Controller Recruitment 2025:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification No. & Date | CEN 04/2025 dated 14-09-2025 |
| Opening of Online Application | 15-09-2025 |
| Closing of Online Application | 14-10-2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 16-10-2025 |
| Application Correction Window | 17-10-2025 to 26-10-2025 |
| Scribe Details Submission | 27-10-2025 to 31-10-2025 |
| CBT Exam Date | To be announced |
📌 Note: Further details like CBT and CBAT exam schedule will be updated on the official RRB websites.
Application Fee for Indian Railway Section Controller Recruitment 2025
| Category | Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | 500 (₹400 refundable after CBT) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / EBC / Women / Ex-SM | 250 (₹250 refundable after CBT) |
Refund is applicable only for candidates who appear in the CBT.
Age Limit for IR Section Controller Recruitment 2025 (as on 01-01-2026)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 20 – 33 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 20 – 36 Years |
| SC / ST | 20 – 38 Years |
📌 Additional relaxations available for Ex-Servicemen, Railway staff, and PwBD candidates as per rules.
Educational Eligibility for Section Controller in Indian Railway
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Section Controller | Graduate Degree from a recognized University or its equivalent |
| Before applying online, it’s important for interested candidates to carefully read through the entire notification. Vacancy Board |
Physical & Medical Standards for IR Section Controller
| Standard | Requirements |
|---|---|
| Medical Category | A-2 |
| Vision | 6/9, 6/9 without glasses, Sn 0.6 (near vision) |
| Others | Must pass Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Night Vision, Myopic vision tests |
📌 Candidates who have undergone Lasik surgery are not eligible.
Indian Railway Section Controller Vacancy 2025 – Zone & Category Wise
| Zone | RRB | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total | ExSM | PwBD (LD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WR | Ahmedabad | 7 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 15 | 1 | 1 |
| Bhopal | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
| Mumbai | 7 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 18 | 2 | 1 | |
| CR | Bilaspur | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Mumbai | 10 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 24 | 2 | 1 | |
| (WCR) | Ajmer | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Bhopal | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | |
| (NWR) | Ajmer | 12 | 7 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 30 | 3 | 1 |
| (SWR) | Bangalore | 11 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 24 | 3 | 1 |
| (ECoR) | Bhubaneswar | 9 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 17 | 2 | 0 |
| Secunderabad | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 0 | |
| (SECR) | Bilaspur | 12 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 26 | 2 | 2 |
| (NR) | Chandigarh | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| Jammu-Srinagar | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 10 | 1 | 0 | |
| Prayagraj | 4 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 0 | |
| (NCR) | Prayagraj | 7 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 16 | 2 | 0 |
| (NER) | Gorakhpur | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
| (NFR) | Guwahati | 7 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 16 | 2 | 0 |
| Siliguri | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | |
| (ER) | Kolkata | 14 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 25 | 2 | 2 |
| Malda | 8 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 14 | 2 | 2 | |
| (SER) | Kolkata | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Ranchi | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 9 | 1 | 2 | |
| (SR) | Chennai | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | 7 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 19 | 2 | 0 | |
| (SCR) | Mumbai | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Secunderabad | 10 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 18 | 2 | 0 | |
| (ECR) | Muzaffarpur | 10 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 21 | 2 | 1 |
| Patna | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | |
| Ranchi | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 | |
| Grand Total | – | 174 | 56 | 34 | 80 | 24 | 368 | 36 | 15 |
📌 Highlights:
- Maximum opportunities are in North Western Railway, Eastern Railway, South East Central Railway.
- Highest vacancies: Ajmer (NWR) – 30, Bilaspur (SECR) – 26, Kolkata (ER) – 25.
- Lowest vacancies: Bilaspur (CR) – 1, Mumbai (SCR) – 2, Ajmer (WCR) – 3.
- Total vacancies announced: 368
Category Wise IR Section Controller Vacancy 2025
Below is the distribution of vacancies for IR Section Controller Recruitment 2025:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR (General) | 151 |
| OBC (NCL) | 99 |
| SC | 55 |
| ST | 28 |
| EWS | 35 |
| Total | 368 |
Indian Railway Section Controller Notification 2025 PDF
The official RRB CEN 04/2025 Section Controller Notification PDF can be downloaded from RRB’s website. It contains full details of eligibility, syllabus, exam scheme, and application guidelines.
Selection Process for IR Section Controller
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Stage 2 | Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) |
| Stage 3 | Document Verification (DV) |
| Stage 4 | Medical Examination |
Final merit will be prepared by giving 70% weightage to CBT and 30% to CBAT.
Indian Railway Section Controller Exam Pattern
The IR Section Controller selection process consists of two main stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
Stage 1: Computer Based Test (CBT)
The CBT will be conducted online and will have objective type multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 20 | 20 | 90 minutes (1 hour 30 min) |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 | |
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 | |
| General Science | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 90 Minutes |
📌 Important Notes for CBT:
- Each question carries 1 mark.
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer.
- Questions will be in English, Hindi, and regional languages as per RRB.
- Qualifying candidates will be shortlisted for CBAT.
Stage 2: Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
Candidates who qualify in CBT will be called for CBAT.
| Test Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Nature of Test | Computer-based aptitude/psychological test |
| Type | Objective, multiple-choice |
| Medium | English and Hindi |
| Qualifying Marks | 42 marks in each test battery (no relaxation) |
| Weightage | 30% weightage in final merit (along with CBT 70%) |
📌 Important Notes for CBAT:
- CBAT tests measure cognitive and decision-making ability.
- No negative marking in CBAT.
- Candidates must secure minimum 42 marks in each test battery to qualify (mandatory for all categories).
Final Merit Preparation
| Stage | Weightage in Merit |
|---|---|
| CBT | 70% |
| CBAT | 30% |
Indian Railway Section Controller Syllabus
Indian Railway Section Controller CBT Syllabus
The syllabus for Section Controller in Indian Railway Recruitment 2025 is designed to test candidates’ knowledge in General Awareness, Reasoning, Mathematics, and General Science. Below is the subject-wise detailed syllabus:
📘 General Awareness (20 Marks)
Covers current events and general knowledge.
- Current Affairs (National & International)
- Indian Railways: History, Structure & Operations
- Indian Polity and Constitution
- Economy & Budget (Indian & Railway-related)
- Awards & Honors
- Important Days & Dates
- Sports & Culture
- Environmental Issues
- General Knowledge about Science & Technology
🧩 General Intelligence & Reasoning (25 Marks)
Tests logical and analytical ability.
- Coding-Decoding
- Analogies
- Blood Relations
- Direction Sense Test
- Number & Alphabet Series
- Syllogism
- Venn Diagrams
- Statement & Conclusion / Assumptions
- Puzzles & Seating Arrangement
- Non-verbal Reasoning (Figures, Patterns, Mirror & Water Images)
🔢 Mathematics (25 Marks)
Basic arithmetic and problem-solving skills.
- Number System
- BODMAS Rule
- Percentage
- Ratio & Proportion
- Average
- Profit & Loss
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Time, Speed & Distance
- Time & Work
- Algebra (Basic Equations)
- Geometry & Mensuration
- Trigonometry (Basics)
- Statistics & Probability
- Data Interpretation (Tables, Charts, Graphs)
🔬 General Science (30 Marks)
Covers basic science up to 10th standard level.
- Physics: Motion, Force, Work, Energy, Power, Heat, Sound, Light, Electricity, Magnetism
- Chemistry: Atomic Structure, Acids & Bases, Metals & Non-metals, Periodic Table, Chemical Reactions, Everyday Chemistry
- Biology: Human Body, Nutrition, Reproduction, Diseases, Microorganisms, Ecology & Environment
- General Awareness: Current Affairs, Indian Railways, Economy, Sports, Polity
- Reasoning & Aptitude: Coding-Decoding, Puzzles, Analytical Reasoning
- Mathematics: Percentage, Profit & Loss, Algebra, Geometry, Data Interpretation
- General Science: Physics, Chemistry, Biology (10th standard level)
IR Controller CBAT Syllabus /Computer Based Aptitude Test Syllabus
The CBAT evaluates decision-making & mental ability required for train operations. Topics include:
- Selective Attention Test
- Spatial Scanning
- Information Ordering
- Personality Assessment
- Memory Tests
- Reaction Time & Multitasking Ability
Examination Centers for Indian Railway Section Controller Exam
The IR Section Controller CBT/CBAT will be held in major cities across India. Candidates may have to travel to other states based on availability.
Salary of Section Controller in Indian Railway
- Pay Level: Level 6 (7th CPC)
- Initial Pay: ₹35,400/- per month
- Allowances: DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, Night Duty, Overtime, Medical, Pension Benefits
- Total Salary (Approx): ₹50,000 – ₹60,000 per month
Probation Period & Bond
- Probation period: 2 years
- Candidates may be required to sign a bond as per Railway rules.
How to Apply Online for Indian Railway Section Controller Recruitment 2025
- Visit the official RRB website of your zone.
- Create an account using Aadhaar/DigiLocker verification.
- Fill in the online application form carefully.
- Upload photo, signature, and required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit and download the application form.
Important Links – IR Section Controller Notification 2025
- Apply Online for IR Section Controller Recruitment 2025
- Download Notification PDF
- Official RRB Website
| All the best to all enthusiastic Aspirants vacancyboard Congratulations |
FAQs on Indian Railway Section Controller Recruitment 2025
Q1. What is the salary of Section Controller in Indian Railway?
Ans. The initial pay is ₹35,400 (Level 6) with total in-hand salary around ₹50,000 – ₹60,000 per month.
Q2. How many vacancies are there for IR Section Controller 2025?
Ans. A total of 368 vacancies have been announced across zones.
Q3. What is the age limit for Section Controller in Indian Railway?
Ans. The age limit is 20 to 33 years, with relaxation for OBC, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-servicemen.
Q4. What is the selection process for IR Section Controller?
Ans. Selection will be done through CBT, CBAT, Document Verification, and Medical Test.
Q5. Is there negative marking in the exam?
Ans. Yes, 1/3rd marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
Q6. Can final-year students apply?
Ans. No, candidates awaiting results are not eligible.
Q7. Is Lasik surgery allowed for Section Controller?
Ans. No, candidates with Lasik surgery are not eligible due to A-2 medical standard.
Q8. What is the probation period for IR Section Controller?
Ans. The probation period is 2 years.
Q9. Can I apply to multiple RRBs?
Ans. No, applications to more than one RRB will be rejected.
Q10. What is the application fee refund rule?
Ans. ₹400 for General/OBC/EWS and ₹250 for SC/ST/PwBD/ExSM/Women will be refunded after appearing in CBT.