Indian Railways to recruit 1,265 Station Masters; apply by 25 November 2026
Indian Railways has opened online applications for 1,265 Station Master posts across the country under CEN 08/2026, starting 27 October 2026. The recruitment is open to graduate candidates who want a career as a Station Master in the railways.
What this means for you
If you are a graduate and looking for a railway job, this recruitment is for you. Applications are online only and close on 25 November 2026, so read the eligibility conditions and vacancy details carefully before filling the form. Those who have not completed graduation cannot apply for this post.
Key facts
- Total vacancies: 1,265 Station Master posts
- Applications opened: 27 October 2026
- Last date to apply: 25 November 2026
- Most vacancies: 177 in RRB Mumbai
- Jammu-Srinagar has 122 and Chennai 119 vacancies
- Eligibility: any graduate can apply
What has happened
Indian Railways has opened online applications for recruitment to Station Master posts. The recruitment is being held under Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 08/2026. According to the information released by the Ministry of Railways, a total of 1,265 Station Master posts will be filled across the country.
The application window opened on 27 October 2026 and will close on 25 November 2026.
What has changed
The Railway Board has decided that from 2026, Station Master recruitment will be notified separately. This means a dedicated notice will be issued for this post, clearly setting out the eligibility requirements, the examination process and how vacancies are distributed. This gives candidates all the key information in one place.
Who benefits
The recruitment is for people who have completed graduation. According to the notice, any graduate can apply for this post. The vacancies are spread across several railway regions, so candidates from different parts of the country can apply for these posts.
Where the vacancies are
CEN 08/2026 gives the RRB-wise vacancy distribution. RRB Mumbai has the highest number, with 177 vacancies. Jammu-Srinagar has 122 and Chennai has 119 vacancies. The remaining vacancies are spread across other Railway Recruitment Boards and regions, and the full details can be seen in the official notification.
How to apply
Candidates are advised to carefully read the eligibility conditions, vacancy details and application guidelines before submitting the form. The online application portal is rrbapply.gov.in.
The detailed notification, exam syllabus and RRB-wise vacancy details are available on the Railway Recruitment Board website, rrb.indianrailways.gov.in. For updates and instructions related to the recruitment, candidates should rely only on official RRB communication.
Questions and answers
What is the last date to apply for the Station Master recruitment?
25 November 2026 is the last date for online applications. The application window opened on 27 October 2026.
Who can apply for the Station Master post?
Any graduate can apply for this post. Full eligibility conditions should be checked in the official notification.
How many Station Master vacancies are there in total?
There are 1,265 vacancies in total under CEN 08/2026. These are spread across different Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) and regions.
Which RRB has the most vacancies?
RRB Mumbai has the most, with 177 vacancies. Jammu-Srinagar has 122 and Chennai 119 vacancies.
Where can I apply?
Apply online at the portal rrbapply.gov.in. The full notification and vacancy details are available at rrb.indianrailways.gov.in.
Source: PIB, "भारतीय रेल देश भर में 1,265 स्टेशन मास्टरों की भर्ती करेगा", 27 October 2026. Read the original notice
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