Overview
The Railway Recruitment Boards have released the RRB Section Controller City Intimation Slip 2026 on October 2, 2026, for candidates appearing in the Computer-Based Test. The CBT will be conducted on October 12 and 13, 2026, for recruitment to 119 Section Controller posts under CEN 03/2026. Registered candidates can log in to check their allotted exam city, date and shift-related information before the e-call letter is issued.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Post Name | Section Controller |
| Total Vacancies | 119 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | rrbapply.gov.in and regional RRB portals |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | TBA |
| City Intimation Slip Release | October 2, 2026 |
| Exam Date | October 12 and 13, 2026 |
| Result Date | TBA |
The city intimation slip is intended to help candidates plan their journey to the examination city. It is not the admit card and will not be accepted as an entry document at the test centre. The RRB Section Controller e-call letter is expected to become available a few days before the respective examination date.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree from a university or institution recognised by the competent authority.
- Applicants should have completed the required qualification by the eligibility cut-off date prescribed under CEN 03/2026.
- Candidates awaiting their final qualifying result as of the cut-off date are generally not eligible unless specifically permitted in the detailed notification.
- Original degree certificates and mark sheets will be checked during document verification.
Age Limit
- The standard age range for the Section Controller post is 20 to 33 years, subject to the cut-off date stated in the recruitment notification.
- Relaxation in the upper age limit is applicable to SC, ST, OBC-NCL, PwBD, ex-servicemen and other eligible categories under railway recruitment rules.
- The date of birth recorded in the Class 10 certificate or an equivalent recognised document will normally be used for age verification.
Fees
- General, OBC and EWS candidates: ₹500.
- SC, ST, PwBD, ex-servicemen, women, transgender, minority and economically backward class candidates: ₹250.
- The examination fee was payable online during registration. Any applicable refund after CBT attendance will be governed by the conditions in CEN 03/2026.
Selection Process
- Computer-Based Test: Eligible applicants must appear for the CBT scheduled for October 12 and 13. The paper will assess the subjects and competencies prescribed in the official syllabus, with applicable negative marking.
- Computer-Based Aptitude Test: Candidates shortlisted from the CBT may be called for an aptitude test designed to assess their suitability for the operational responsibilities of a Section Controller.
- Document Verification and Medical Examination: Final-stage candidates must produce original eligibility documents and satisfy the railway medical standards prescribed for the post. Appointment will depend on merit, vacancy availability and successful completion of all checks.
How to Apply
The application window for CEN 03/2026 has already closed. Candidates who submitted their forms successfully can download the city intimation slip by following these steps:
- Visit the official RRB application portal or the website of the regional RRB selected during registration.
- Open the link labelled CEN 03/2026 Section Controller City Intimation Slip on the homepage or candidate login page.
- Enter the registration number and password or date of birth in the prescribed format.
- Complete any captcha or verification step and select the login button.
- Check the displayed exam city, examination date, reporting instructions and available shift information carefully.
- Download the city slip and keep a saved copy for travel planning. Candidates should also verify that their photograph, name and registration details are correct.
- Return to the same portal when the e-call letter link is activated. A printed admit card, valid original photo ID and any other prescribed documents must be carried to the examination centre.
Candidates who have forgotten their registration number should use the recovery facility on the login page. They should not rely on the city slip for the exact centre address, as complete venue and reporting details will be provided through the e-call letter.
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FAQs
1. When was the RRB Section Controller City Intimation Slip 2026 released?
The city intimation slip was released on October 2, 2026, for candidates registered under CEN 03/2026.
2. When will the RRB Section Controller CBT be held?
The Computer-Based Test is scheduled to take place on October 12 and 13, 2026 for 119 vacancies.
3. Is the city intimation slip the RRB Section Controller admit card?
No. The slip only provides advance information about the exam city, date and related details. Candidates must separately download the e-call letter and carry it to the examination centre.
