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Centralized Employment Notice (CEN) No. 04/2025 for Section Controller

JOBAdded: 15 Sep 2025RRB Guwahati

Important Dates

  • Indicative Notice Date: 23.08.2025
  • Publication on RRB Websites: 14.09.2025
  • Start of Online Application Submission: 15.09.2025
  • Last Date for Online Application Submission: 14.10.2025 (23:59 hrs)
  • Last Date for Fee Payment (after application closing): 16.10.2025
  • Modification Window for Application Form (with payment of modification fee): 17.10.2025 to 26.10.2025
  • Dates for Providing Scribe Details: 27.10.2025 to 31.10.2025

Note: In case of any doubt or contradiction, the English version shall prevail.

Vacancy Details at a Glance (Section A)

Post Name 7th CPC Level Initial Pay (Rs.) Medical Standard Age (as on 01.01.2026) Total Vacancies (all RRBs)
Section Controller 6 35400 A-2 20-33 years 368
  • Detailed RRB-wise and Railway Zone-wise vacancy distribution is provided in Annexure-B.
  • Note: Reservations for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer), Economically Weaker Sections, Ex-Servicemen, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities, and age relaxation will be applicable as per the details in this CEN.

Important Instructions: Online Registration and Application Submission (Section B)

  1. Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria for the post by the last date of online application submission, i.e., 14.10.2025. Candidates awaiting the final result of their prescribed educational qualification are not eligible to apply.
  2. Before filling the online application, candidates are advised to thoroughly read all instructions and information available in the CEN on RRB websites.
  3. Candidates are advised to only visit the official RRB websites as listed in Para D 16.0 of this CEN and be very cautious of fake websites and job racketeers.
  4. Candidates must possess their own valid and active mobile number and personal email ID and keep them active throughout the recruitment process, as RRBs will send all recruitment-related communications only through SMS and email until recruitment is complete. RRBs will not entertain any requests for changes to mobile numbers or email addresses at any stage.
  5. Applications must be submitted online only through RRB websites as listed in Para D 16.0. Only one application should be submitted to one chosen RRB for all notified posts under this CEN. All applications will be rejected if a candidate applies to more than one RRB. Any attempt by a candidate to submit more than one application against this CEN will result in disqualification from RRBs and RRCs from all future examinations, and the candidate will be debarred from the examination.
  6. Candidates must carefully read the post criteria table (Annexure-A) and vacancy table (Annexure-B) and ensure their eligibility. Only then should they choose the RRB and the zones under it according to their eligibility. The choice of the selected RRB will be final.

Important Instructions – Examination Process (Section C)

  • Misconduct: Strict action (debarment for life, dismissal from service, legal action under the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, effective from 21.06.2024) will be taken against candidates found using unfair means, impersonating others, or attempting to do so.
  • Restricted Items: Mobile phones, pagers, watches, earphones, Bluetooth devices, microphones, health bands, calculators, books, pens, paper, pencils, erasers, pouches, scales, writing-pads, belts, handbags, caps, purses, cameras, water bottles, packaged/open food items, etc., are strictly prohibited inside the examination center. Only the e-call letter is allowed. Candidates should not bring any pen/pencil; it will be provided. Candidates are advised not to apply mehndi/henna on their hands/feet as it may hinder biometrics. Any violation will lead to legal action and debarment from future exams.
  • Stages of Examination: The recruitment process will include a single stage Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by a Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), Document Verification (DV), and Medical Examination.
  • Call Letter: Candidates must download information about the city and date, e-call letter, and travel authority (where applicable) from the links provided on the official RRB websites.
  • Shortlisting for various stages:
    • CBAT: Shortlisting will be done up to 8 times the number of vacancies based on the merit of candidates in the single-stage CBT (subject to administrative requirements, which may increase or decrease).
    • DV and Medical Examination: Shortlisting for DV and Medical Examination will be done RRB-wise in a 1:1 ratio of vacancies. This will be based on the combined merit of CBT (70% weightage) and CBAT (30% weightage). Only CBAT qualified candidates will be considered.
    • Negative Marking: There will be negative marking for incorrect answers in CBT. 1/3 of the marks allotted for each question will be deducted for every wrong answer.
    • Normalization: Scores will be normalized for CBT conducted in multiple shifts.
    • DV Notification: Candidates selected for DV will be informed via SMS and email, and they can download their e-call letters for DV from the official RRB websites.

General Instructions (Paras 1.0 - 1.18)

  • Admission to all stages of the recruitment process will be purely provisional, subject to fulfilling the prescribed eligibility conditions.
  • Issuance of an e-call letter does not imply final acceptance of candidature by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB). At the time of examination, the suitability, authenticity, and genuineness of candidates' photographs and signatures, as well as other essential documents, will be verified.
  • RRBs will verify eligibility criteria (with reference to original documents) only when candidates qualify all stages of the examination and are provisionally selected for Document Verification. Any discrepancy or failure to meet eligibility criteria (e.g., educational/technical qualification, age, caste/category, medical standards) will lead to rejection of candidature. Furthermore, if at any stage of recruitment or thereafter, it is found that the candidate has furnished false information or concealed material facts, their candidature or appointment will be summarily cancelled, and if already appointed, such candidates will be immediately removed from service and will also be debarred from all future examinations of RRBs and RRCs for life.
  • Before applying for the post under this notification, candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria including age, educational qualification, and medical standards. Candidates must possess the required educational qualifications from a recognized Board/University/Institution by the last date of online application submission, i.e., 14.10.2025. Candidates awaiting final results for the prescribed qualification are not eligible to apply.
  • Candidates attempting to apply to more than one RRB with minor changes in information/facts or submitting multiple applications to the same RRB will have their applications summarily rejected, and such candidates will be debarred from all future examinations of RRBs and RRCs.
  • Candidates debarred by any RRB/RRC for life or for a specified period (which has not yet expired) should not apply for this notification. If found at any stage of recruitment, their candidature will be rejected.
  • Candidates dismissed from service by the Government of India/State Government/PSUs/any other Government organization are not eligible and should not apply.
  • While creating an account, candidates must enter their name, father's name, mother's name, and date of birth as recorded in their SSC/SSLC/Matriculation/10th class examination certificate or equivalent.
  • In case of any change in name with respect to the name mentioned in the SSC/SSLC/Matriculation/10th class certificate, the candidate must separately indicate their changed name as well as their SSC/SSLC/Matriculation/10th class name in the appropriate fields in the online application. However, all other details must match the SSC/SSLC/Matriculation/10th class or equivalent certificate, and the date of such change must be prior to the date of online application submission.
  • In such cases, a Gazette Notification or any other legal document, as applicable, and a valid photo ID with the changed name must be presented at the time of CBT/Document Verification (DV).

Vacancies (Section 2.0)

  • Criteria for various posts (eligibility, medical standards, suitability, etc.) are provided in Annexure-A.
  • Reservations for SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), EWS, Ex-Servicemen, and PwBD are provided in Annexure-B for the notified posts, RRB-wise, Railway-wise, and post-wise.
  • Candidates are advised that these vacancies may increase or decrease as per the requirements of the Railway Administration.

Medical Standards for Posts (Section 3.0)

  • Candidates called for document verification must pass the requisite medical fitness test(s) conducted by the Railway Administration to ensure they are medically fit to perform the duties related to the chosen post. Visual acuity standards are one of the important criteria for medical fitness of railway employees. Medical standards are given below:
S. No. Medical Standard General Fitness Visual Acuity
1 A-2 Physically fit in all respects Distant Vision: 6/9, 6/9 without glasses (no fogging test). Near Vision: SN 0.6, 0.6 without glasses. Must pass color vision, binocular vision, night vision, and near vision tests.
  • Note:
    • (a) The above medical standards are indicative, not exhaustive, and generally apply to all candidates. Candidates are advised to read Chapter 5 of the Indian Railways Medical Manual (IRMM) Volume I, which can also be accessed from www.indianrailways.gov.in → Ministry of Railways → Railway Board → Health Directorate.
    • (b) Candidates who have undergone LASIK surgery or any other surgical procedure to correct refractive errors are not eligible for posts with Medical Standard A-2 in this CEN.
  • Medical standards for Ex-Servicemen will be applicable as detailed in Para 534 of the Indian Railways Medical Manual (IRMM) Volume I, which can be viewed at www.indianrailways.gov.in.
  • Candidates are advised to ensure that they meet the medical standards for the post they have chosen. If a candidate fails to qualify the prescribed medical fitness test for the chosen post, they will not be considered suitable for inclusion in the panel for that post, and no alternative appointment will be provided.
  • Candidates who opt for a medical appeal by paying the prescribed fee within the stipulated time, and whose appeal is accepted by the competent authority, shall consider the outcome of the appeal medical examination as final and binding. No further appeal will be accepted. Candidates who do not opt for a medical appeal will have their initial medical examination result considered.

Nationality / Citizenship (Section 4.0)

  • A candidate must be:
    • (a) A citizen of India, or
    • (b) A subject of Nepal, or
    • (c) A subject of Bhutan, or
    • (d) A Tibetan refugee who came over to India before 1st January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India, or
    • (e) A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia and Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India.
    • (f) Provided that a candidate belonging to categories (b), (c), (d) and (e) above shall be a person in whose favour the Government of India has issued a certificate of eligibility.
  • Candidates requiring an eligibility certificate may be admitted to the examination provisionally. However, at the time of document verification, they must produce the eligibility certificate issued by the Government of India, failing which their candidature will be rejected.

Age Limit (Section 5.0)

  • The lower and upper age limits indicated in the vacancy table will be considered (as on 01.01.2026).
  • For 7th CPC Level 6 posts (graduate level), candidates' dates of birth should fall between the dates mentioned below (both dates inclusive):
Age Group Upper Age Limit (Not earlier than)
UR and EWS 02.01.1993
OBC-NCL 02.01.1990
SC/ST 02.01.1988
All Communities/Categories Lower Age Limit (Not later than)
20-33 01.01.2006
  • Notes:
    • i. This table also includes community age relaxation for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Other Backward Classes-NCL.
    • ii. Candidates belonging to communities/categories in the table given in Para D 5.3 will be eligible for age relaxation in the applicable age limit.
  • However, age relaxation in the upper age limit for the following categories/communities is given in the table below, which will be applicable upon submission of the requisite certificate:
S. No. Community/Categories Upper Age Limit/Maximum Age Relaxation
1 OBC-Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) 3 years
2 SC/ST 5 years
3 Ex-Servicemen candidates who have rendered more than 6 months of service after verification 3 years (age less service period) for UR and EWS. 6 years (age less service period) for OBC-NCL. 8 years (age less service period) for SC/ST
4 Candidates who are Group 'C' and erstwhile Group 'D' Railway employees, and who have rendered minimum 3 years of continuous or broken service in Railways. 40 years for UR and EWS. 43 years for OBC-NCL. 45 years for SC/ST.
5 Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) 10 years for UR and EWS. 13 years for OBC-NCL. 15 years for SC/ST.
6 Candidates working in semi-administrative offices of Railway organizations like Railway Canteens, Cooperative Societies and Institutions. Period of service rendered or up to 5 years, whichever is less.
7 Women candidates who are widows, divorced, or judicially separated from their husbands, but not remarried. 35 years for UR and EWS. 38 years for OBC-NCL. 40 years for SC/ST.
  • SC/ST/OBC-NCL (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates applying for unreserved vacancies will not be given any age relaxation.
  • PwBD candidates applying for UR vacancies will only be given age relaxation applicable to PwBD (UR) (subject to suitability conditions).
  • If a candidate is eligible for age relaxation on more than one ground, they will be given the maximum age relaxation for which they are eligible.
  • Candidates must note that the date of birth filled in this application form must be the same as recorded in the Matriculation/SSC/10th class or equivalent certificate. No request for change will be entertained thereafter. Any discrepancy in the date of birth will lead to disqualification of the candidate.

Educational Qualification (Section 6.0)

  • Candidates must possess the prescribed minimum educational qualification for the post by the last date of online application submission under this CEN. Candidates awaiting the final examination results of the prescribed minimum educational qualification are not eligible to apply.

Examination Fee (Section 7.0)

  • Candidates applying for posts under this CEN must pay the prescribed fee as per the category given below:
S. No. Candidate Categories Fee (Rs.)
1 For all candidates (except fee exemption categories listed below in S. No. 2). From this fee of Rs. 500/-, Rs. 400/- will be refunded. Bank charges will be duly deducted upon appearing in the first stage CBT. 500
2 For Women/Transgender/Ex-Servicemen and candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes/Minority Communities/Economically Backward Classes (EBC)*/PwBD. This fee of Rs. 250/- will be refunded after deducting bank charges upon appearing in the first stage CBT. 250
  • Important Note for candidates claiming relaxation under EBC category: Please read Para 7.2 of this CEN carefully before claiming relaxation under EBC category. Candidates seeking fee concession must possess a valid document — either an EBC certificate (Annexure IV) or BPL card or Izat MST or any certificate issued under a poverty alleviation program recognized by the Central Government — by the closing date of application. They must enter the relevant details in the online application and submit the original details at the time of Document Verification (DV).

Vertical Reservation (Section 8.0)

  • This CEN provides for vertical reservation for Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC) - Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) and Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), wherever applicable and permissible, and as intimated by the Indenting Railways / Production Units under existing rules, as mentioned in the vacancy table.
  • Note:
    • Economically Backward Classes (EBC), Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) and Other Backward Classes (OBC) are not the same, but three different categories.
    • EWS and OBC-NCL candidates are eligible for job reservation wherever applicable and permissible.
    • Economically Backward Classes (EBC) candidates (defined under Para 7.4 above) are not eligible for job reservation.
  • All candidates, irrespective of their community, may be considered for unreserved vacancies, provided they meet the criteria prescribed for unreserved candidates. However, for vacancies reserved for specific communities (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS), only candidates of that community will be considered. Only those communities recognized by the Government of India as SC, ST, EWS and OBC (NCL) are eligible for reservation.
  • OBC candidates falling in the creamy layer are not entitled to OBC reservation.
  • To avail reservation benefits, EWS, SC, ST and OBC-NCL candidates must submit the requisite certificates (in original) at the time of document verification. These certificates must be issued in the prescribed formats given in Annexure I (for SC and ST candidates), Annexure II (for OBC-NCL candidates) and Annexure III (for EWS candidates).
  • OBC candidates claiming reservation under the “OBC category” must submit an OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) certificate in the prescribed format (Annexure II) issued on or after 01.04.2025 but not after the last date of online application submission for this CEN. The certificate number, date of issue and caste mentioned in the certificate must be provided in the online application. The caste of the OBC candidate must be listed in the current updated Central List of OBCs (http://www.ncbc.nic.in).
  • At the time of Document Verification (DV), OBC candidates claiming reservation must present the OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) certificate as per the details provided above and also submit a self-declaration in the format given in Annexure IIA, stating that they do not belong to the “creamy layer” as on the last date of application. Failing this, their claim for reservation (as OBC-NCL) will not be accepted, and they may be considered as unreserved (UR) candidates, provided they meet the requisite eligibility conditions for UR candidates.

Horizontal Reservation (Section 9.0)

  • This CEN also provides for horizontal reservation for Ex-Servicemen and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities, irrespective of their social community.
  • The total vacancies indicated in the vacancy table also include vacancies reserved for Ex-Servicemen and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities. However, where vacancies for Persons with Disabilities are shown separately as backlog vacancies (without any community indication), these are previous backlog vacancies and are not included in the regular community vacancies shown in this CEN.
  • Ex-Servicemen are specifically eligible for vacancies reserved for them. Even if no such vacancies are reserved for a particular post, they may apply for regular vacancies and will be eligible for age relaxation and fee concession in such cases.
  • Similarly, PwBD candidates may apply for regular vacancies for a post, even if no specific vacancies are reserved for them for that post, provided the post is suitable for their disability. In such cases, they will be eligible for age relaxation and fee concession.

Ex-Servicemen (Section 10.0)

  • Definition of Ex-Servicemen (10.1): An Ex-Serviceman means a person who has served in any rank (whether as a combatant or non-combatant) in the regular Army, Navy, or Air Force of the Indian Union, but does not include a person who has served in the Defence Security Corps, General Reserve Engineering Force, Territorial Army, and Paramilitary Forces.
  • Re-employment (10.2): Persons serving in the Armed Forces of the Union, who on retirement will come under the category of Ex-Servicemen, are eligible to apply for re-employment one year before completion of specific terms of appointment and can avail all concessions available to Ex-Servicemen. However, such persons will not be allowed to leave the service until they fulfill the specific terms of appointment in the Armed Forces of the Union. Accordingly, such serving Defence personnel, who are likely to be discharged from the Armed Forces within one year from the last date of application for this Centralized Employment Notice (CEN), can also apply for both the vacancies reserved for Ex-Servicemen and unreserved posts. However, they must possess the prescribed educational qualifications by the last date of online application submission for this CEN.
  • Proof (10.3): Armed Forces personnel working in the Armed Forces must submit an "Employment Certificate with probable date of release" as per Annexure VII by the last date of online application submission for this CEN. Furthermore, for claiming Ex-Servicemen reservation benefits, all must submit a self-declaration as per Annexure VII (A) at the time of document verification.
  • Ex-Servicemen who have already availed benefits (10.4): Ex-Servicemen candidates who have already secured civil employment in Group C and D posts (including Public Sector Undertakings, Autonomous Bodies/Statutory Bodies, Nationalized Banks, etc.) under the Central Government after availing Ex-Servicemen benefits will only get age relaxation for securing another employment in a higher grade or cadre in Group C/D under the Central Government. Such candidates will not be considered for vacancies reserved for Ex-Servicemen in Central Government jobs.
  • Multiple applications by Ex-Servicemen (10.5): If an Ex-Serviceman applies for various vacancies before joining any civil employment, they can avail reservation as Ex-Serviceman for any subsequent employment, subject to the condition that the Ex-Serviceman, as soon as they join a civil employment, gives a self-declaration/undertaking to the concerned employer about their previous applications for various vacancies, including this CEN. A copy of the acknowledgment of this declaration along with the NOC from the civil employer must be submitted at the time of document verification, otherwise, they will not get reservation benefit for Ex-Servicemen. Furthermore, this benefit will be available only for those vacancies which are filled by direct recruitment and where Ex-Servicemen reservation applies.
  • Medical Standards for Ex-Servicemen (10.6): Medical standards for Ex-Servicemen will be as per Para 534 of the Indian Railways Medical Manual (IRMM) Volume I, which can be viewed at www.indianrailways.gov.in.

Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) (Section 11.0)

  • The suitability of a post for PwBD or otherwise is indicated by the description of sub-disabilities under the column "Suitability for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities" against each post in the Post Parameter table (Annexure A).
  • Standard Disabilities (as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016, effective from April 19, 2017):
    • (A) Blindness and low vision (VI);
    • (B) Deaf and hard of hearing (HI);
    • (C) Locomotor disability (LD) including cerebral palsy, cured leprosy, dwarfism, acid attack victims, and muscular dystrophy;
    • (D) Intellectual disability, specific learning disability, and mental illness;
    • (E) Multiple disabilities: Any combination of disabilities from (A) to (D) among persons in recognized posts.
  • Definition of specified disabilities (11.2): The definition of specified disabilities is given in the Schedule to the RPwD Act, 2016.
  • Degree of Benchmark Disability and Authority for Issuing Disability Certificate (11.3): Only persons with not less than 40% of the relevant benchmark disability are eligible for concessions/reservations in posts. PwBD (PwBD) who have availed concessions and/or reservations and are shortlisted for Document Verification must submit a disability certificate issued by the competent authority in Form V, VI, and VII of Rule 18(1) of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2017, as per the Gazette Notification (Extraordinary) dated March 14, 2024. Refer Annexure VIII (A), Annexure VIII (B) and Annexure VIII (C) for revised formats. Existing disability certificates issued under the Persons with Disabilities Act, 1995 (now repealed) will remain valid for their specified period.
  • PwBD Application Instructions (11.4): Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) must note that they must select the appropriate PwBD sub-category, i.e., LD/HI/VI/MD, while filling out the application form as per their disability certificate. No change in the PwBD sub-category will be allowed under any circumstances. Such candidates must submit the required certificate from the competent authority, along with their Unique Disability ID (UDID), as declared in the application form, at the time of document verification, failing which their candidature will be cancelled. It is to be noted that the type of disability/disabilities (e.g., OA, OL, BL, OAL, DW, AAV, SD, SI, etc.) indicated in the notification no. 38-16/2020-DDIII dated 04.01.2021 issued by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities should be clearly mentioned in the certificate issued by the competent authority.

Scribe Guidelines (Section 11.7)

  • 11.7.1: In the case of persons with benchmark disabilities falling under the categories of blindness, locomotor disability (both arms affected - BA), and cerebral palsy, a scribe facility will be provided if desired. (Please refer Annexure 'A' for suitability of disability categories for a specific post).
  • 11.7.2: In the case of persons with other categories of benchmark disabilities, a scribe facility may be provided upon submission of a certificate from the Chief Medical Officer/Civil Surgeon/Medical Superintendent of a Government Health Service Institution stating that the concerned person is physically unable to write and a scribe is necessary to write the examination on their behalf. Candidates can avail scribe assistance after submitting the certificate as per Annexure VIII(G) and an undertaking as per Annexure VIII(D) at the examination center.
  • 11.7.3: PwBD with less than 40% disability (falling under Section 2(s) but not Section 2(r) of RPwD Act, 2016) and having difficulty in writing may also avail scribe assistance by submitting a certificate as per Annexure VIII(E) and an undertaking as per Annexure VIII(F) at the examination center.
  • 11.7.4: All one-eyed candidates and candidates with less than 40% visual disability will not be considered visually impaired.
  • 11.7.5: Eligible candidates for scribe under the above Para 11.7.1, 11.7.2 or 11.7.3, who wish to avail scribe facility, must select the scribe option in their online application.
  • 11.7.6: The eligible candidate must arrange the scribe at their own expense.
  • 11.7.7: For candidates who have opted for a scribe in their online application:
    • (a) They must ensure that their scribe is registered with RRB (rrbapply.gov.in (please refer Para 11.7)8 (regarding scribe registration)).
    • (b) During the 5-day window provided immediately after the closing of the modification window, they must log in to the application portal and provide the scribe's details.
    • (c) Enter the scribe's One-Time Registration (OTR) number. An OTP will be sent to your scribe's registered mobile number.
    • (d) The OTP sent to the scribe's registered mobile number must be entered to confirm the scribe.
  • 11.7.8: Scribe Registration: Any person wishing to offer their services as a scribe must create an account on rrbapply.gov.in and register themselves as a scribe there by using their account details. After successful registration, a registration number (OTR number) will be generated and sent to the scribe's registered mobile number.
  • 11.7.9: Before appointing any person as a scribe, eligible candidates for scribe must ensure the following points:
    • (a) Any candidate using a scribe must ensure that they are/are eligible to use a scribe as per the guidelines. Any candidate who is not eligible to use a scribe as per the above guidelines and uses a scribe and/or compensatory time in the online examination will be disqualified from further participation in the recruitment process. Any candidate who uses a scribe by violating these guidelines, if already joined railway service, can be removed from service without any notice.
    • (b) A person can act as a scribe only after completing one-time registration (OTR) with RRB on rrbapply.gov.in.
    • (c) One scribe will not assist more than one candidate in the same examination.
    • (d) A candidate applying for the examination cannot act as a scribe for another candidate in the same Central Educational Session. If it is found at any stage that a candidate has assisted another candidate as a scribe in the same examination, the candidature of both candidates will be cancelled.
    • (e) The educational qualification of the candidate's own writing assistant/scribe should be one level lower than the qualification of the candidate appearing for the examination.
    • (f) Candidates must ensure that the information provided regarding the scribe is correct. If at any stage during or after the examination, it is found that a candidate has availed scribe facility and the scribe is impersonating another person and/or any information provided by the scribe or candidate is found to be false or incorrect, the candidate will be fully responsible, and their candidature will be immediately cancelled.
    • (g) The candidate will be responsible for any misconduct by the scribe brought by them during the examination.
    • (h) During the examination, at any stage, if it is found that the scribe is answering/solving the questions independently, the candidate's examination session will be terminated, and their candidature will be cancelled. The candidature of such candidates availing scribe services will also be cancelled if the examination administrator reports that the scribe has answered the questions independently after the examination.
    • (i) Change of scribe at examination center:
      • Changing the scribe at the examination venue is generally not allowed. However, in exceptional circumstances, with valid reasons, a change may be permitted. The new scribe must be registered with RRB, and a printout of the One-Time Registration (OTR) must be submitted at the examination center. Additionally, the new scribe must meet all other criteria applicable to scribes as mentioned in Para 11.7.9. Candidates will need to fill in details in the "Scribe Change" form and 'Undertaking for Scribe Usage' form.
  • 11.7.10: Eligible candidates for using scribe services, as mentioned in Paras 11.7.1, 11.7.2, and 11.7.3, can avail scribe facility and/or compensatory time if they wish.
    • (a) Candidates allowed to use a scribe as specified in the above paragraphs will be provided compensatory time of 20 minutes per hour of examination.
    • (b) Candidates referred to in Paras 11.7.1, 11.7.2, and 11.7.3, who are eligible for scribe facility but do not wish to avail it, may also be given compensatory time of 20 minutes per hour of examination if they so desire.
  • 11.7.11: Conditions related to scribe appointment will be subject to various provisions/orders of the competent authority as modified from time to time.

No Objection Certificate (NOC) for Serving Employees (Section 12.0)

  • 12.1: Candidates serving in any Central/State Government Department (including those in entry training/probation period) or Public Sector Undertakings can apply directly to RRBs after duly informing their employer. It is the sole responsibility of the selected candidates to produce the NOC from their employer within the stipulated time/at the time of document verification, failing which their candidature will be cancelled.
  • 12.2: Candidates should note that if RRB receives any letter from their employer denying permission to the candidates who have applied/appeared for the examination, their application/candidature will be rejected/cancelled.

Recruitment Process (Section 13.0)

  • Candidates must submit only one online application through the link provided on the official RRB websites. A candidate can apply to only one RRB. Once the RRB is selected, it will be final. All applications will be rejected if a candidate applies to more than one RRB.
  • The recruitment process will involve:
    • a. Single stage Computer Based Test (CBT),
    • b. CBAT, and
    • c. Document Verification
    • d. Medical Examination.
  • Selection will be based on the above recruitment stages, strictly according to merit. The date, time, and venue of all activities such as CBT, CBAT, Document Verification, Medical Examination, or any other additional activity will be determined by RRB and will be notified to eligible candidates in due course. No request for postponement of any of the above activities or change in venue, date, and shift will be entertained under any circumstances.

Computer Based Test (CBT) (Section 13.1)

  • a. Total Duration: 120 minutes
  • b. Total Questions: 100
  • c. There will be negative marking, and 1/3 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.
  • d. Normalization will be done for CBT conducted in multiple shifts.
  • CBT is of screening nature, and the level of questions for CBT will generally be in conformity with the prescribed educational standards for the posts.
  • The normalized score of CBT will be used to shortlist candidates for CBAT according to their merit.
  • Candidates shortlisted for CBAT who are availing reservation benefits of OBC (NCL) / SC / ST / EWS and Ex-Servicemen will be considered against OBC (NCL) / SC / ST / EWS and Ex-Servicemen only for all subsequent stages of the recruitment process.

Syllabus for CBT:

Questions will be objective type with multiple-choice questions. It is likely to include questions related to the following:

  1. Analytical and Mathematical Ability
    • a. Mathematics: Number System, Ratio and Proportion, Average, Percentage, Profit, Loss and Discount, Time, Speed, Distance, Power and Work, Algebra, Linear Equations, Arithmetic Progression, LCM, HCF, Geometry, Area and Volume, Probability and Statistics (both at basic level).
    • b. Data Analysis and Interpretation: Testing, analysis, and conclusion drawing from multi-source data analysis – text, tabular data, and graphically represented data (charts, graphs, scatter plots, pie charts, statistical curve distribution, Venn diagrams). Data Sufficiency, Data Arrangement.
  2. Logical Ability
    • a. Logical Reasoning: Binary Logic, Syllogism, Clocks and Calendars, Assumptions, Blood Relations, Family Tree, Logic-based puzzles.
  3. Mental Reasoning
    • Analogies – identifying relationships between two objects and applying it to another pair.
    • Series Completion – identifying patterns in number sequences and predicting the next term.
    • Coding-Decoding – solving questions of coding-decoding type.
    • Ranking and Arrangement – solving problems based on ranking and arrangement.

Note: The topics listed above are illustrative and not necessarily exhaustive.

Section-wise Distribution (Indicative)

Examination Duration Number of Questions (1 mark each)
Analytical and Mathematical Ability
120 60
  • The sectional distribution given in the above table is only indicative, and there may be some variations in actual question papers.
  • Minimum Qualifying Marks Percentage for Eligibility in different categories: Unreserved - 40%, Economically Weaker Section - 40%, Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer) - 30%, Scheduled Caste - 30%, Scheduled Tribe - 25%. This also applies to Ex-Servicemen candidates as per their community. In case of shortage of PwBD candidates for reserved vacancies, a relaxation of up to 2 marks in these percentages of qualifying marks for eligibility may be given to PwBD candidates.

Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) (Section 13.2)

  • For CBAT, candidates up to 8 times the number of vacancies from each community (i.e., Unreserved, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, and EWS (including Ex-Servicemen)) will be shortlisted based on their performance in CBT. These shortlisted candidates must present their vision certificate in the prescribed format (Annexure VI) in original during CBAT, failing which they will not be allowed to appear for the examination.
  • Questions and answer options in CBAT will be in English and Hindi only.
  • Qualifying Marks: To qualify, candidates must obtain a minimum T-score of 42 in each test. This applies to all candidates, irrespective of their community or category, such as SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/Ex-Servicemen, and no relaxation will be given in the minimum T-score.
  • To be considered for the post of Section Controller, candidates must qualify in each test of CBAT. There will be no negative marking in CBAT.
  • The merit list will be prepared only from CBAT qualified candidates, giving 70% weightage to marks obtained in CBT and 30% weightage to marks obtained in CBAT.
  • Candidates are advised to refer to the RDSO website (www.rdso.indianrailways.gov.in -> Directorate -> Psycho Technical Directorate -> Guidelines for CBAT) for test pattern and other details related to CBAT.
  • Merit will be prepared only for CBAT qualified candidates.

Document Verification (DV) (Section 13.3)

  • Based on the performance of candidates in CBAT, a merit list will be prepared with 70% weightage for marks obtained in CBT and 30% weightage for marks obtained in CBAT. Candidates equal to the number of vacancies will be called for document verification according to their merit and Railway preferences.
  • If two or more candidates secure equal marks, their merit will be determined based on age criteria, i.e., the older candidate will be placed higher in merit, and if age is also equal, then alphabetical order of names (A to Z) will be considered for breaking the tie. The appointment of selected candidates is subject to passing the requisite medical examination conducted by the Railway Administration, final verification of educational and community certificates, and verification of antecedents/character of candidates. Candidates are advised that the Railway Recruitment Board only recommends the names of empanelled candidates, and appointment is provided by the respective Railway Administration.

Normalization of Marks (Section 13.4)

  • Whenever CBT is conducted in multiple sessions for the same syllabus, shortlisting of candidates for various stages will be based on their normalized marks obtained.

How to Apply (Section 14.0)

  • 14.1: Candidates should read all information and instructions given in the detailed CEN carefully before filling the online application to avoid errors.
  • 14.2 Create Account:
    • 14.2.1: Candidates must create an account for this CEN using the link provided on the official RRB websites listed in Para 16.0 below. Candidates who have already created an account for previous RRB CENs should use the same login credentials to apply for this CEN and also the link provided on the official RRB websites.
    • A valid personal mobile number and an active email ID are mandatory to receive the necessary OTP during account creation.
    • Later, no changes will be allowed in the details entered in the "Create Account" form, including mobile number and email ID.
    • Therefore, candidates are strongly advised to fill all information carefully.
  • 14.2.2 Identity Authentication Advice:
    • Candidates are advised in their own interest to authenticate their identity using Digilocker or Aadhaar during the "Create Account" process.
    • Doing so will make verification easier and faster at various stages of the recruitment process.
    • Please note that applicants who choose to authenticate their identity through alternative photo IDs will undergo a significantly stricter and more detailed scrutiny at each stage of recruitment.

General Guidelines for Online Application Submission (Section 14.3)

  • a) Candidates must use only the official RRB websites for applying under this CEN. Please read all information and instructions given in the detailed CEN carefully before filling the online application.
  • b) Candidates must fill correct information in the online application form and review it before submission.
  • c) The applicant will not be able to make any corrections in the online application after submission unless the modification window is open.
  • d) Medium of Examination: CBT questions will be available in English, Hindi, and 13 regional Indian languages (i.e., Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Konkani, Malayalam, Manipuri, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu). Accordingly, candidates will have to choose one of the listed mediums in the online application form. CBT questions will be displayed in the chosen language and English.
  • e) Zone preference under the chosen RRB: The candidate must indicate the zone preference for the notified post.
  • f) After submitting the application, the candidate will be directed to choose the examination fee payment method as mentioned in Para 7.1 and complete the payment process.
  • Important: Please be careful about the authenticity of the payment method and the last date of examination fee payment for applications submitted under this CEN. Avoid unauthorized websites while making payments.
  • g) Finally, the online application will be accepted only after successful fee payment. The applicant will receive confirmation of successful online payment via email and SMS.

Candidate's Live Photo Capturing during Application (Section 14.4)

  • a) When applying, there is no need to upload pre-existing photos.
  • b) The application module is designed to take the candidate's live photograph while filling the application form.
  • c) The live photo can be taken using a webcam or the front camera of a mobile phone (screen-side camera) until the modification window is open.
  • d) Ensure you wear non-white clothes to maintain contrast with the background, preferably dark-colored.
  • e) For this purpose, the candidate will have to stand or sit in front of the camera as prompted by the application module and carefully follow the instructions given below:
    • Ensure the camera is at eye level before taking the photo.
    • Position yourself directly in front of the camera and look straight with a neutral expression.
    • Ensure your entire face is clearly visible and centered within the frame displayed by the application module.
    • Ensure your face is neither too close nor too far from the camera, and no part of your head or face is outside the captured frame.
    • Do not wear a cap, mask, or glasses while taking the photo.
    • Candidates can preview the photo taken by them and retake it if they are not satisfied with the photo until the application is submitted.
    • Applications with photographs that do not conform to these guidelines will be rejected.
    • The candidate's appearance during the entire recruitment process must match the photograph submitted with the application.
    • Eyes must be fully open, otherwise, the photo will not be captured.
  • Important Note: Candidates should not attempt to photograph an already printed or digital photo. Any application submitted with such a photo will be summarily rejected.

Documents to be Scanned and Uploaded during Online Application (Mandatory) (Section 14.5)

  • The following needs to be uploaded:
      1. Candidate's signature in JPG/JPEG format as per specifications in CEN.
      1. SC/ST certificate in PDF format as per specifications in CEN (for candidates requesting free rail travel pass).
  • 14.5.1 Candidate's Signature: Candidates must upload a scanned copy of their signature as per the specifications given below:
    • The signature must be by the candidate only.
    • Use a black ink pen on white paper.
    • The signature should be in running hand (i.e., cursive/joined letters), not in block or capital letters.
    • The signature must be clear, legible, and fully visible in the scanned area.
  • Specifications for Signature:
    • Scan the signed paper using minimum 100 DPI resolution.
    • Image file format: Only JPG/JPEG
    • File size: Between 30 KB and 49 KB
    • Image dimensions: Minimum 140 pixels (width) x 60 pixels (height)
    • The scanned signature must be placed in the designated scan box on the application form: Box size: 35 mm (width) x 20 mm (height). The signature image should be centered in this box.
  • Grounds for rejection of online applications related to signature:
    • Use of non-white background
    • Use of non-black ink for signature
    • Signature written in block or capital letters instead of running hand
    • Poor resolution or unclear signature image
    • Incomplete or partially visible signature
    • Uploading any other image instead of signature
    • No signature (blank)
    • Thumb impression in place of signature
  • Candidates must ensure that their signature image conforms to the prescribed requirements to avoid rejection at any stage of the recruitment process.
  • Important: The signature on the application must match the signatures used during:
    • Examination
    • Document Verification (DV)
    • Medical Examination (ME)
    • Appointment

SC/ST Certificate (for candidates desiring free rail travel pass) (Section 14.5.2)

  • Candidates belonging to SC/ST categories who wish to avail free rail travel pass must upload a scanned copy of their SC/ST certificate with the following details:
    • Document must be in PDF format only.
    • File size: Less than 400 KB.
    • Certificate must be legible, clear, and easily readable.
    • It must be the latest and valid certificate by the last date of online application submission.

Scribe Assistance (Section 14.6)

  1. Eligibility for Scribe Assistance:
    • Candidates with benchmark disabilities in categories of blindness, locomotor disability (both arms affected - BA), and cerebral palsy are eligible for scribe assistance if they so desire. (Please refer Para 11.7.1)
    • For other categories of benchmark disabilities, scribe facility will be provided only upon submission of a certificate from the Chief Medical Officer/Civil Surgeon/Medical Superintendent of a Government Health Care Institution stating that the candidate has physical difficulty in writing and a writer is essential to write the examination on their behalf. (Please refer Para 11.7.2)
      • a. The certificate must be in the format given in Annexure VIII(G).
      • b. An undertaking as per Annexure VIII(D) must also be submitted at the examination center.
    • Candidates with less than 40% disability (falling under Section 2(s) but not Section 2(r) of RPwD Act, 2016) and having difficulty in writing may also avail scribe assistance: (Please refer Para 11.7.3)
      • a. Submit certificate as per Annexure VIII(E), and
      • b. Submit undertaking as per Annexure VIII(F) at the examination center.
    • One-eyed candidates and candidates with less than 40% visual disability will not be considered visually impaired.
    • Eligible PwBD candidates must select the scribe option in their online application.
    • Eligible candidates for scribe must arrange the scribe at their own expense.
  2. Instructions for candidates opting for a scribe:
    • Eligible PwBD candidates must select the scribe option in their online application.
    • Arrange the scribe at your own expense.
    • Ensure that your scribe is registered (rrbapply.gov.in (Para 11.7.8)).
    • During the five-day window available immediately after the closing of the modification window, log in to the application portal, enter the scribe's details, and their One-Time Registration (OTR) number. An OTP will be sent to the scribe's registered mobile number. Candidates must enter this OTP to confirm the scribe.
  • Note: Before appointing any person as a scribe, please refer to Para 11.7.9 of the CEN to understand the applicable terms/qualifications for a scribe.
  1. Scribe Registration:
    • Any person who is appointed as a scribe by a scribe-eligible candidate must register on the RRB portal. Go to rrbapply.gov.in home page → Scribe Registration.
    • After successful registration, an OTR number will be generated and sent to the scribe's registered mobile number.
    • Only registered scribes with a valid OTR number will be allowed to offer their services as a scribe.
  • Note: A separate e-call letter will be issued to the scribe. The scribe must bring the original and valid identity proof used during registration on the day of the examination.

Conditions Applicable to Scribes (Section 4)

  • Eligible candidates must adhere to these conditions for scribes:
    • a) Only eligible persons as per guidelines can use a scribe. Unauthorized use of a scribe and/or compensatory time will lead to disqualification, and if already appointed, removal from service without prior notice.
    • b) A person can act as a scribe only after completing OTR registration on rrbapply.gov.in.
    • c) A scribe can assist only one candidate in one CEN.
    • d) A candidate cannot act as a writer for another candidate in the same Central Academic Session. If found in violation, the candidature of both will be cancelled.
    • e) The educational qualification of the candidate's own writing assistant should be one level lower than the qualification of the candidate taking the examination.
    • f) The candidate is responsible for the accuracy of the information provided about the scribe. Any misrepresentation or false information will lead to immediate cancellation of candidature.
    • g) The candidate will be responsible for any misconduct by the scribe.
    • h) If at any time the scribe is found to be answering or solving questions independently, the candidate's examination session will be terminated, and their candidature will be cancelled.

Modification in Submitted Application Details (Section 14.7)

  • After successful submission of the complete online application and payment of the required fee, candidates who wish to modify any details (excluding details filled in the 'Create Account' form and the chosen RRB) can do so by paying a non-refundable modification fee of ₹250 per modification.
  • Details entered in the 'Create Account' form and the 'chosen RRB' cannot be changed under any circumstances.
  • The modification window will open from 17.10.2025 to 26.10.2025.
  • No modification requests will be accepted after 26.10.2025.
  • Candidates are advised to carefully verify all information before the last date.

Use of Common Service Centers (CSCs) (Section 15)

  • Candidates can utilize the services of Common Service Centers (CSCs) under the Digital India initiative of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India, for submitting online applications. The Common Service Center (CSC) scheme is part of the Government of India's National e-Governance Plan (NeGP) and is managed by a Village Level Entrepreneur (VLE) at each Gram Panchayat level. There are over 1.5 lakh CSCs across the country that provide necessary assistance to candidates in urban and rural areas for submitting online application forms and paying fees through e-wallets. The list of Common Service Centers is available on www.csc.gov.in. To find out about your nearest Common Service Center, please open this link - Find My CSC (https://findmycsc.nic.in/csc/).

RRB Websites List (Section 16)

Candidates are advised to frequently visit the official RRB websites for authentic information and regular updates regarding various stages of the recruitment process or any changes in this notification.

Modification in Application (Section 17.0)

  • a) After final submission of the online application, if any candidate wishes to modify any details (excluding details filled in the 'Create Account' form, including mobile number and email ID, and the chosen RRB), they can do so by paying a non-refundable modification fee of Rs. 250/- per modification. No changes can be made to the details filled in the 'Create Account' form (including mobile number and email ID) and the chosen RRB.
  • b) The modification fee will be payable by all candidates, irrespective of their community and category.
  • c) If a candidate changes their caste from SC/ST to unreserved, Other Backward Class, or Economically Weaker Section, they will have to pay the difference in examination fee, i.e., Rs. 250/-, in addition to the modification fee. If they fail to do so, their modified application will not be accepted.
  • d) Similarly, if a candidate switches from Ex-Servicemen/Women/Transgender/PwBD to UR/OBC (NCL)/EWS/Non-Ex-Servicemen/Non-PwBD, male, etc., they will have to pay the difference in examination fee, i.e., Rs. 250/-, in addition to the modification fee. If they fail to do so, their modified application will not be accepted.
  • e) Any number of modifications will be allowed per occasion.
  • f) Modification in online application, along with payment of modification fee, will be done. For this Centralized Employment Notice (CEN), modification in application fee payment will be allowed for 10 (ten) days after the last date of application fee payment, i.e., 16.10.2025 (23:59 hrs). The modification window will be open from 17.10.2025 to 26.10.2025. After this period, RRB will not consider any representation for modification in the submitted information in the application.

Invalid Applications / Rejections (Section 18.0)

  • a) Online applications may be rejected on the following grounds:
    • i) Multiple applications for the same post at different RRBs or more than one application at the same RRB. In such a situation, all applications will be rejected immediately, and such candidates will be debarred from all future RRB and RRC examinations.
    • ii) Candidature will be rejected at any stage of the recruitment process if instructions given in Para 14.4 for taking the candidate's live photograph are not followed.
    • iii) Candidature will be rejected at any stage of the examination if instructions given in Para 14.5 for uploading signature are not followed.
    • iv) Candidate's name is on any prohibited list of RRB/RRC.
    • v) Any other irregularity, including deviations listed in the above Para 18.0(a), found during the application scrutiny stage, before/after issuing e-call letters for CBT, or during document verification.
  • b) Rejected Applications: Details of rejected applications can be viewed by logging in to the concerned RRB's website, along with the reasons for rejection, which will be final and binding, and no further correspondence on this matter will be entertained. The examination fee will not be refunded if the application is rejected. Candidates will also be sent SMS and email alerts on their registered mobile number and email ID. Candidates will not be informed by post.

E-Call Letter Related Instructions (Section 19.0)

  • a) Information regarding the schedule of CBT and CBAT and links to download e-call letters will be made available on the RRB websites. Eligible candidates will also be informed via SMS and registered email.
  • b) Eligible candidates can download their e-call letter for CBT and CBAT (and for scribe, where applicable) from the RRB website, as mentioned in Para 16.0, approximately 4 (four) days before the date of CBT and CBAT. However, information about the examination city will be provided approximately 10 (ten) days prior.
  • c) No call letters will be sent by post to candidates.
  • d) Detailed information and instructions about CBT and CBAT will be provided with the e-call letter. Candidates must read them carefully and comply. Failure to comply with instructions may lead to disqualification.
  • e) Free Travel Facility: In the case of eligible SC and ST candidates who opt for free rail travel, their e-call letter will contain the free travel authority (sleeper class railway pass). Such SC and ST candidates will be allowed to book railway reservations at the ticket booking counter by submitting their e-call letter and a self-attested copy of their SC/ST certificate. During travel, SC and ST candidates must carry their original community certificate and a valid original photo ID. Otherwise, they will be considered as ticketless travelers and charged accordingly.
  • f) During the examination, candidates must bring a valid original photo ID (such as Voter ID, Aadhaar Card, printout of e-Aadhaar, Driving License, PAN Card, Passport, or a valid ID card issued by the employer for government employees, School/College ID for students, etc.) to the examination hall, otherwise, candidates will not be permitted to appear for the examination.
  • g) During CBT/CBAT/DV/ME, candidates must bring a color passport-size photograph that is not more than two months old from the date of CBT/CBAT/DV/ME. Candidates must leave the self-declaration paragraph (as displayed on the screen during CBT), signature, and Left Thumb Impression (LTI) blank in the downloaded e-call letter when they come for the examination.
  • Warning: Candidates must write the self-declaration paragraph only in the examination hall during CBT, CBAT, in the presence of the invigilator, sign it, and affix the LTI, and submit it to the invigilator before the examination ends. Candidates who pre-write the self-declaration paragraph or sign in capital letters will be rejected.
  • h) RRB will not entertain any requests for changes to the allotted examination center, date, and session for candidates.

Document Verification and Certificate Format (Section 20.0)

  • a) Candidates selected for DV will have to submit all their original documents along with two sets of self-attested photocopies at the time of DV.
  • b) Additionally, these candidates must upload scanned copies (in original color) of their photo and signature on the portal (https://oirms-ir.gov.in/rrbdv) before their DV date.
  • c) All certificates must be in English or Hindi only. Where certificates are not in English/Hindi, a self-attested translated version (in Hindi/English) must be submitted as required. Certificates submitted during Document Verification (DV) must be in the prescribed format only.
  • d) Candidates who fail to present original certificates on the date of document verification will not be given any additional time, and the candidature of such candidates will be cancelled.
  • e) The candidature of candidates who are absent during document verification will be cancelled.

Unfair Means (Section 21.0)

  • a) If any candidate is found using any unfair means such as forgery, impersonation, fraud, misconduct, attempt to use restricted items, misrepresentation or suppression of facts, providing false information, or presenting false documents at any stage of the recruitment process, such candidate will be debarred for life from all RRB and RRC examinations. They will also be debarred from appointment in Railways, and if already appointed, they will be removed from service. Appropriate legal action may also be initiated against such candidates. [Refer: "Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024," effective from 21.06.2024]
  • b) Any candidate attempting to further undue interest or influence the recruitment process through any irregular or improper means will be disqualified from the recruitment process and debarred from it.
  • c) Warning: Strict action will be taken against fraudulent elements and job racketeers offering employment in Railways, whether through influence or irregular and unethical means. RRB does not appoint any agent or coaching center for recruitment. Candidates are cautioned against any such claims made by any person or agency. Candidate selection is purely based on merit.

Miscellaneous (Section 22.0)

  • a) Biometric details of candidates will be recorded at each stage of the recruitment process. In case of any discrepancy, the concerned RRB reserves the right to disqualify a candidate and take appropriate legal action based on it.
  • b) RRB also reserves the right to conduct additional authentication processes to verify the identity and background of any candidate.
  • c) RRB reserves the right to conduct additional CBT/DV (if required) at any stage. RRB also reserves the right to cancel any partial or full part of the recruitment process for any category notified in this CEN without assigning any reason. Additionally, RRB reserves the right to reschedule CBT/DV due to technical/unavoidable circumstances.
  • d) The decision of RRB regarding all matters related to eligibility, acceptance or rejection of online applications, issuance of free rail passes, punitive action for false information, modification of vacancies, method of selection, conduct of Computer Based Test (CBT), allotment of examination centers, selection, allotment of posts to selected candidates, etc., will be final and binding on the candidates, and no queries or correspondence in this regard will be entertained by RRB.
  • e) RRB will not be responsible for any inadvertent/printing error and reserves the right to rectify such errors. In case of inadvertent/printing error(s), if any candidate is shortlisted for CBT/Document Verification (DV) or result is declared, included in the panel or appointed, RRB reserves the right to cancel/modify the results/panels/appointments of such candidates, and if already appointed, they can be removed from service, provided the principle of equality of opportunity is treated as fundamental.
  • f) After provisional acceptance of the application and receipt of e-call letter for CBT, any legal issues arising from this CEN will fall under the legal jurisdiction of the Central Administrative Tribunal/High Court located in Mumbai/Maharashtra State, under which the selected candidate by the concerned RRB is located. However, any legal issues arising from the rejection of the application for any reason in this CEN will fall under the legal jurisdiction of the Central Administrative Tribunal, High Court of Mumbai/Maharashtra State.
  • g) Candidates are advised to check the official RRB websites for any modifications/corrigenda/important information issued against the specified notification for taking necessary action from time to time.
  • h) In case of any dispute regarding interpretation, the English version of the notification and subsequent modifications/corrigenda/important information published on the official RRB websites will be considered final.

Acronyms used in this CEN (Section 23.0)

  • Recruitment Stages:
    • CBT = Computer Based Test
    • CBAT = Computer Based Aptitude Test
    • DV = Document Verification
    • ME = Medical Examination
  • Reservation / Age Relaxation Categories:
    • EBC = Economically Backward Class
    • XSM = Ex-Servicemen
    • OBC-NCL = Other Backward Class-Non Creamy Layer
    • OBC-CL = Other Backward Class-Creamy Layer
    • SC = Scheduled Caste
    • ST = Scheduled Tribe
    • UR = Unreserved (General)
    • PwBD = Persons with Benchmark Disabilities
    • RPwD = Rights of Persons with Disabilities
  • Disability:
    • VI = Visually Impaired (B=Blind, LV=Low Vision)
    • HI = Hearing Impaired (D=Deaf, HH=Hard of Hearing)
    • LD = Locomotor Disability (OA=One Arm, OL=One Leg, OAL=One Arm and One Leg, BL=Both Legs, DW=Dwarfism, CP=Cerebral Palsy, AAV=Acid Attack Victim, LC=Cured Leprosy, MDY=Muscular Dystrophy, SD (Without N/LDF)=Spinal Deformity (without Neurological/Limb Disablement), SI (Without N/LDF)=Spinal Injury (without Neurological/Limb Disablement))
    • OD = Other Disability
    • MD = Multiple Disability
  • Railway Zones:
    • CR = Central Railway
    • ECR = East Central Railway
    • ECOR = East Coast Railway
    • ER = Eastern Railway
    • NR = Northern Railway
    • NCR = North Central Railway
    • NER = North Eastern Railway
    • NFR = Northeast Frontier Railway
    • NWR = North Western Railway
    • SR = Southern Railway
    • SCR = South Central Railway
    • SER = South Eastern Railway
    • SECR = South East Central Railway
    • SWR = South Western Railway
    • WR = Western Railway
    • WCR = West Central Railway
    • RRB = Railway Recruitment Board
    • RRC = Railway Recruitment Cell
  • Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB):
    • ADI = Ahmedabad
    • AII = Ajmer
    • PRYJ = Prayagraj
    • BCT = Mumbai
    • BBS = Bhubaneswar
    • BPL = Bhopal
    • BLSP = Bilaspur
    • CDG = Chandigarh
    • GKP = Gorakhpur
    • GHY = Guwahati
    • JAT = Jammu-Srinagar
    • KOL = Kolkata
    • MAS = Chennai
    • MLDT = Malda
    • MFP = Muzaffarpur
    • PNBE = Patna
    • RNC = Ranchi
    • SBC = Bengaluru
    • SC = Secunderabad
    • SGUJ = Siliguri
    • TVC = Thiruvananthapuram
  • General:
    • CEN = Centralized Employment Notice
    • RTI = Right Thumb Impression
    • LTI = Left Thumb Impression
    • PSU = Public Sector Undertaking
    • PU = Production Unit
    • NOC = No Objection Certificate

Warning

  • Beware of touts and job racketeers who try to cheat by making false promises of railway jobs or by unfair and unethical means. RRB has not appointed any agent or coaching center for this purpose. Candidates are cautioned against any such claims made by any individual/agency. Candidate selection is purely based on merit. Unethical interference with the process may lead to disqualification and legal action.
  • Candidates are advised to refer only to the official RRB websites and be cautious of fake websites and social media content spread by fraudulent elements/touts.

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