RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2025 Apply Online โ€”Notification

Indian Railways has announced Section Controller vacancies through CEN 04/2025. This is an All-India recruitment. Candidates from Karnataka (Bengaluru & districts) typically apply via RRB Bengaluru, but final posting depends on zone preferences & merit. Read the quick overview first, then follow the steps exactly.

Quick Overview

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Post Section Controller (Level-6)
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Total Vacancies 368 (All-India)
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Pay (Initial) โ‚น35,400 + allowances
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Medical Standard A-2 (LASIK/corrective surgery not allowed)
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Eligibility Graduate degree or equivalent
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Stages CBT โ†’ CBAT โ†’ DV โ†’ Medical
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For Karnataka Apply via RRB Bengaluru; zone preferences during form
Tip: Keep your mobile number & email active for alerts (exam city, e-call letter, DV/medical).

Vacancy Details โ€” Section Controller (CEN 04/2025)

RRB Bengaluru โ€” SWR

UR11
SC3
ST2
OBC5
EWS3
Ex-Servicemen3
PwBD (LD)1
Total (Bengaluru)24

All-India โ€” Category-wise Totals

UR174
SC56
ST34
OBC80
EWS24
Ex-Servicemen36
PwBD (LD)15
Grand Total (All RRBs)368
Bengaluru (SWR): 24
All-India Total: 368

Educational Qualification

Degree (Graduate) from a recognized University or its equivalent. Final-year/awaiting results are not eligible. Ensure your qualification exists on/before the application closing date.

Age Limit

Base Rule (All applicants)

Minimum age20 years
Maximum age33 years

OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)

Age relaxation+3 years

SC / ST

Age relaxation+5 years

PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities)

UR/EWS+10 years
OBC-NCL+13 years
SC/ST+15 years

Ex-Servicemen (โ‰ฅ6 months service after attestation)

UR/EWS+3 years (after deducting length of service)
OBC-NCL+6 years (after deduction)
SC/ST+8 years (after deduction)

Application Fee (with Refund)

All candidates (UR/Others)โ‚น500 (โ‚น400 refunded on appearing in CBT)
SC/ST/PwBD/EBC/Minority/Female/Transgender/Ex-SMโ‚น250 (โ‚น250 refunded on appearing in CBT)

Mode: Online only (Net-banking/Card/UPI). Ensure correct bank details for refund.

Selection Process

  1. CBT (100 Qs, 120 minutes, 1/3 negative; multi-shift normalization)
  2. CBAT (Aptitude batteries; qualify each battery with minimum T-Score 42; no negative)
  3. Document Verification (1:1 as per RRB-wise vacancies)
  4. Medical Examination (Standard A-2 for this post)

Final Merit = 70% CBT + 30% CBAT.

CBT Syllabus & Pattern

Total: 100 questions | 120 minutes | Sections are indicative (may vary).

SectionTopics (Illustrative)Indicative Qs
Analytical & Mathematical CapabilityNumber System, Ratio & Proportion, Averages, Percentages, Profit-Loss, Time-Speed-Distance, Time & Work, Algebra (linear), AP, LCM/HCF, Geometry & Mensuration (areas/volumes), Probability & Basic Statistics; Data Analysis & Interpretation (tables, graphs, pie, scatter, distributions, Venn), Data Sufficiency, Data Arrangement.~60
Logical CapabilityBinary Logic, Syllogism, Clocks & Calendars, Assumptions, Blood Relations, Puzzles; Reading Comprehension (history/society/science/tech/culture etc.) โ€” main/supporting idea, application, logical structure, style.~20
Mental ReasoningAnalogy, Series Completion, Coding-Decoding, Ranking & Arrangements.~20

CBAT details & sample patterns: see official Psycho-Technical guidelines (qualify each battery).

How to Apply

  1. Create/Login to RRB Account: Use existing 2024/2025 credentials or create a new account with correct mobile & email (unchangeable later).
  2. Select One RRB Only: Choose your RRB (e.g., RRB Bengaluru for Karnataka). Selection of RRB is final.
  3. Zone Preferences: Provide order of zone preference under the chosen RRB.
  4. Live Photo: Capture live photograph (no spectacles/caps; dark clothing; follow on-screen framing).
  5. Upload Documents: Signature (JPG/JPEG) and, if applicable, SC/ST pass for free travel (PDF). Keep community/EWS/EBC docs ready for DV.
  6. Fee Payment (Online): Net-banking/Cards/UPI only. Submit application after fee confirmation.
  7. Keep Contacts Active: Monitor SMS/email for exam city, e-call letter, scribe window, DV/medical notices.

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ IMPORTANT DATES

Opening of online application15 September 2025
Closing of online application14 October 2025 (23:59)
Online fee payment last date16 October 2025 (23:59)
Application modification window17โ€“26 October 2025
Scribe details window27โ€“31 October 2025
CBT/CBAT scheduleTo be notified on RRB websites

Note: Dates can changeโ€”track updates on your chosen RRB site.

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