Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the e-call letters for the Section Controller recruitment examination under CEN 03/2026 for a total of 119 vacancies. The Computer Based Test (CBT) is scheduled to be conducted on 12 and 13 October 2026. Registered candidates can access and download their hall tickets by logging in with their registration credentials on the official portal at RRB Apply or through their respective regional RRB websites.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Apply Start Date | 15 July 2026 |
| Online Apply Last Date | 14 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 16 August 2026 |
| Correction Window | 17 – 26 August 2026 |
| Exam City and Date Intimation | About 10 days before the exam |
| Admit Card (E-Call Letter) | About 4 days before the exam |
| CBT Exam Date | 12 – 13 October 2026 |
| Result Date | To be announced |
How to Download Exam City Intimation and Admit Card
Use your registration number, enrolment number, and date of birth to log in. The city intimation slip shows your exam city and date. The e-call letter shows the full centre address, shift, and reporting time.
- Visit the official RRB application portal at https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/ or your regional RRB website.
- Open the CEN 03/2026 – Section Controller section.
- Click Exam City & Date Intimation or E-Call Letter / Admit Card.
- Enter your Registration Number / Application Number and Date of Birth / Password.
- Click Login / Submit.
- Check your exam date, city, shift, and centre details.
- Download and save the page or PDF. Take a clear printout for exam day.
Exam Pattern
The first stage is a single Computer Based Test (CBT). Qualifying candidates then appear for the Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), followed by document verification and a medical examination.
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Analytical and Mathematical Capability | 60 | 60 |
| Logical Capability | 20 | 20 |
| Mental Reasoning | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
The CBT duration is 120 minutes. Each question carries 1 mark. There is negative marking of 1/3 mark for every wrong answer.
Exam Day Guidelines
Reach the centre as per the reporting time printed on your e-call letter. Entry after gate closing time is not allowed. Aadhaar-based biometric verification is mandatory at the exam centre.
- Printed copy of the e-call letter (admit card)
- Original Aadhaar for biometric verification
- Any other document listed on the e-call letter
Follow every instruction printed on the e-call letter, including dress code and items allowed inside the centre. The city intimation slip is only for planning travel. You need the printed admit card to enter the exam hall.
What Happens After the Exam
RRB will release the CBT result on the official website. Shortlisted candidates will be called for CBAT. After CBAT, candidates go through document verification and a medical examination. Keep checking your registered email, SMS, and the RRB portal for the next stage.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| RRB Section Controller Admit Card | Click Here |
| Exam Date Notice | Click Here |
| Application Status | Click Here |
| Application Status Notice | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| RRB Official Website | Click Here |
Download your exam city details and admit card as soon as the links open, and confirm all details from the official RRB website before you travel.
