Indian Railways to Recruit 1,265 Station Masters Nationwide; See Details
Indian Railways has opened a new employment avenue for graduates by initiating the online application process for the recruitment of Station Masters under Centralized Employment Notification (CEN) No. 08/2026. This recruitment reflects the ongoing efforts of Indian Railways to provide career opportunities to eligible candidates while strengthening its operational workforce.
In a significant decision regarding this recruitment, the Railway Board has determined that the hiring of Station Masters will be notified separately, starting from 2026. This dedicated recruitment process provides candidates with a specific notification covering eligibility requirements, examination procedures, and the distribution of vacancies.
The RRB-wise vacancy distribution under CEN 08/2026 indicates a total of 1,265 vacancies across various Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) and zones. These opportunities are spread across multiple railway zones, allowing eligible graduates to compete for positions in different parts of the country.
The online application window has opened and will close on November 25, 2026. Candidates are advised to carefully review the detailed eligibility criteria, vacancy-related information, and application guidelines before submitting their forms.
Candidates can access the detailed recruitment notification, eligibility requirements, examination syllabus, application guidelines, and RRB-wise vacancy details via the following official links:
Detailed Notification - CEN No. 08/2026, Station Master:
https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in/-/image/1793016771817CEN_08_2026_StationMaster.pdf/examsDocuments
Official Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) Website:
https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in/
Online Application Portal:
https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/
Candidates are advised to rely on official RRB communications for updates and instructions regarding the recruitment process.