RRB Station Master Cut Off 2026, Check Previous Year Zone-Wise Cut Off Marks

The RRB Station Master Cut Off 2026 has not been released yet, as the examination under the new CEN 08/2026 recruitment has not been conducted. Candidates can, however, use the previous recruitment cycle’s zone-wise cut-off marks to understand the competition for the post. Under CEN 06/2025, the Unreserved (UR) category’s Station Master CBT 1 cut-off ranged from 73.42 marks in Guwahati to 88.22 marks in Bhopal, out of 100 normalised marks. The previous cycle also had a separate CBT 2 cut-off for CBAT shortlisting. This article covers category-wise cut-offs, minimum qualifying marks, previous-cycle trends, factors affecting the Railway Station Master Cut off, and the changes introduced under CEN 08/2026.

Key Takeaways on RRB Station Master Cut Off 2026

• RRB Station Master Cut Off 2026 has not been released because the examination under the new CEN 08/2026 recruitment is yet to be conducted.
• The previous cycle, CEN 06/2025, had 615 Station Master vacancies and separate CBT 1 and CBT 2 cut-offs.
• The previous-cycle UR CBT 1 cut-off ranged from 73.42 in Guwahati to 88.22 in Bhopal.
• The UR CBT 2 cut-off for CBAT shortlisting ranged from 70.94 in Guwahati to 81.90 in Bilaspur (CR).
• The minimum qualifying marks under the new recruitment are 40% for UR/EWS, 30% for OBC-NCL/SC and 25% for ST candidates.
• RRB Station Master Notification 2026 has introduced a single-stage CBT followed by CBAT, Document Verification and Medical Examination.
• The new recruitment provides 1,265 Station Master vacancies across the Railway Recruitment Boards.
• Previous-cycle cut-offs are useful for understanding competition, but they should not be treated as direct predictions for the new examination pattern.

RRB Station Master Cut Off 2026: Latest Status

The Railway Board has introduced a separate recruitment notification for RRB Station Master from 2026 onwards. The current recruitment is being conducted under CEN 08/2026, instead of including the post in the regular RRB NTPC recruitment cycle.

As of now, the online application process is open and the new Station Master examination has not been conducted. Therefore, the official RRB Station Master Cut Off 2026 is not available yet.

Candidates preparing for the new examination can refer to the previous CEN 06/2025 cut-off tables in this article. These provide a useful zone-wise and category-wise reference, but the new examination pattern is different. The previous CBT 1 and CBT 2 cut-offs should not be interpreted as the expected marks for CEN 08/2026.

How to Check the RRB Station Master Cut Off Marks?

The Railway Recruitment Boards publish the official RRB Station Master Cut Off marks along with the result or shortlisting notice. Candidates can check the category-wise and RRB-wise cut-off through the relevant regional RRB website.

Follow the steps below to check the RRB Station Master cut-off:

1. Visit the official RRB website at rrb.indianrailways.gov.in.
2. Select the RRB through which you applied for the Station Master post.
3. Open the Results or recruitment-notices section.
4. Find the relevant Station Master or NTPC Graduate recruitment notification.
5. For the previous cycle, locate the result and cut-off notice under CEN 06/2025.
6. Open the cut-off PDF for the relevant examination stage.
7. Find the Station Master post row, identified as Category Number 2 in the previous NTPC Graduate recruitment.
8. Check the cut-off under your category and relevant RRB or railway zone.
9. Compare the normalised marks mentioned in the scorecard with the published cut-off.
10. Download and save the official cut-off PDF for future reference.

For the new RRB CEN 08/2026 Station Master recruitment, candidates should look for the separate result and cut-off notice when it is published. They should not use the CEN 06/2025 cut-off PDF as the current recruitment’s official result.

RRB Station Master Previous Year Cut Off

The RRB Station Master recruitment was conducted through the RRB NTPC Graduate examination under CEN 06/2025. A total of 615 Station Master vacancies were included in that recruitment cycle.

The previous selection process was CBT 1, CBT 2, Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), Document Verification and Medical Examination. Separate cut-offs were released at different stages to shortlist candidates for the next round.

The RRB Station Master previous-cycle cut-offs are particularly useful because they show how much the marks varied across RRBs. Candidates should also understand the difference between the CBT 1 cut-off for shortlisting to CBT 2 and the CBT 2 cut-off for shortlisting to CBAT.

RRB Station Master CBT 1 Cut Off 2025 (Zone-Wise)

The RRB Station Master CBT 1 cut-off under CEN 06/2025 represents the normalised marks of the last candidates shortlisted for CBT 2. The cut-off was released separately for different RRBs and categories.

The RRB Station Master Unreserved category cut-off was highest in Bhopal at 88.22 marks and lowest in Guwahati at 73.42 marks, out of 100 normalised marks. Candidates can check the complete previous-cycle table below.

RRB Zone	UR	OBC	EWS	SC	ST	ESM
Bhopal	88.22	86.78	–	83.02	–	63.73
Ranchi	87.06	–	84.55	76.35	–	62.81
Ajmer	86.95	82.83	83.59	78.13	–	60.87
Bilaspur	86.15	83.53	83.56	78.16	74.02	60.81
Malda	84.55	82.78	82.67	78.35	76.12	48.87
Kolkata	83.14	79.32	78.62	74.96	68.84	51.19
Secunderabad	81.40	79.78	78.36	74.36	74.86	52.96
Chennai	81.10	–	–	74.75	–	–
Mumbai	79.14	76.97	76.32	73.33	70.00	47.97
Ahmedabad	78.82	72.31	73.06	71.72	63.29	49.44
Bhubaneswar	78.67	–	74.50	–	–	58.44
Thiruvananthapuram	77.80	75.45	72.42	66.30	60.46	55.27
Bengaluru	76.18	75.04	71.21	67.93	62.72	42.36
Guwahati	73.42	68.52	65.63	66.23	69.56	26.62

Note: “–” indicates that there was no Station Master vacancy in the respective category or that the cut-off figure was not published. The marks are normalised CBT 1 scores out of 100.

Important Highlights of RRB Station Master CBT 1 Cut Off

The previous-cycle results show that the RRB Station Master cut off varied considerably across RRBs.

• Highest UR Cut Off: Bhopal – 88.22 marks.
• Lowest UR Cut Off: Guwahati – 73.42 marks.
• Highest OBC Cut Off: Bhopal – 86.78 marks.
• Highest EWS Cut Off: Ajmer – 83.59 marks.
• Highest SC Cut Off: Malda – 78.35 marks.
• Highest ST Cut Off: Malda – 76.12 marks among the published figures.
• Highest ESM Cut Off: Bhopal – 63.73 marks.

The difference between the highest and lowest UR cut-offs was nearly 15 marks. This indicates why candidates should check the cut-off for their selected RRB rather than rely on a single all-India figure.

RRB Station Master CBT 2 Cut Off for CBAT Shortlisting 2025

After RRB Station Master CBT 2 in the previous recruitment cycle, candidates were shortlisted for the Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) according to their normalised marks. The Station Master CBT 2 cut-off was released on 27 August 2026.

The UR cut-off ranged from 70.94 marks in Guwahati to 81.90 marks in Bilaspur (CR). The complete RRB-wise and category-wise cut-off table is provided below.

RRB Zone (Railway)	UR	OBC	EWS	SC	ST	ESM
Bilaspur (CR)	81.90	84.20	81.77	–	66.95	54.60
Ajmer (WCR)	81.20	78.16	77.87	71.79	–	52.87
Chennai (SR)	80.06	–	–	68.09	–	–
Ranchi (SER)	79.89	–	77.49	68.95	–	54.70
Secunderabad (ECoR)	79.77	79.77	77.59	68.09	66.67	57.26
Bhopal (WR)	79.49	78.45	–	71.26	–	50.29
Mumbai (CR)	79.20	77.30	77.30	70.37	68.39	49.00
Mumbai (WR)	77.01	74.93	74.71	67.52	–	47.58
Kolkata (SER)	76.64	74.93	76.35	68.66	64.37	53.28
Kolkata (ER)	75.86	73.56	73.79	68.97	60.92	47.70
Secunderabad (SCR)	75.78	74.07	73.28	68.66	67.52	50.14
Thiruvananthapuram (SR)	75.50	73.22	67.82	60.40	55.56	47.86
Bilaspur (SECR)	75.29	74.14	75.78	69.23	66.10	51.28
Malda (ER)	75.21	74.93	74.14	70.37	68.09	46.26
Bengaluru (SWR)	74.93	73.50	70.37	66.38	60.97	45.87
Mumbai (SCR)	74.36	76.72	73.56	68.97	64.94	47.13
Ahmedabad (WR)	74.14	66.10	68.95	63.82	55.27	48.15
Bhubaneswar	72.93	–	70.09	–	–	50.14
Guwahati (NFR)	70.94	67.81	66.09	67.52	62.68	27.07

Note: These are previous-cycle normalised CBT 2 cut-off marks for shortlisting candidates to CBAT. “–” indicates that the figure was not published or that no vacancy was available in that category.

Important Highlights of RRB Station Master CBT 2 Cut Off

The RRB Station Master CBT 2 cut off also showed variation across RRBs and categories.

• Highest UR Cut Off: Bilaspur (CR) – 81.90 marks.
• Lowest UR Cut Off: Guwahati (NFR) – 70.94 marks.
• Highest OBC Cut Off: Bilaspur (CR) – 84.20 marks.
• Highest EWS Cut Off: Bilaspur (CR) – 81.77 marks.
• Highest SC Cut Off: Ajmer (WCR) – 71.79 marks.
• Highest ST Cut Off: Secunderabad (SCR) – 67.52 marks among the published figures.
• Highest ESM Cut Off: Secunderabad (ECoR) – 57.26 marks.

The RRB Station Master Cut Off for the same category can differ between railway zones under an RRB. For example, Mumbai had separate figures for Central Railway, Western Railway and South Central Railway. Candidates should therefore check the exact RRB and railway-zone combination shown in the official cut-off notice.

RRB Station Master Minimum Qualifying Marks

The RRB Station Master minimum qualifying marks represent the basic percentage candidates must secure to be considered eligible for the next stage. These marks are different from the actual Railway Station Master cut off, which is determined through competition and merit.

The category-wise minimum qualifying percentages specified for the new RRB Station Master CEN 08/2026 CBT are given below.

Category	Minimum Qualifying Marks
UR	40%
EWS	40%
OBC-NCL	30%
SC	30%
ST	25%

Candidates belonging to the Ex-Servicemen category are considered according to the minimum qualifying percentage applicable to their community.

Minimum qualifying marks do not guarantee shortlisting for CBAT. Candidates must also secure a sufficiently high normalised score to meet the RRB-wise and category-wise merit cut-off. The actual cut-off may be significantly higher than the minimum qualifying percentage, particularly in RRBs with fewer vacancies or a larger number of applicants.

Factors Affecting the RRB Station Master Cut Off Marks

The RRB Station Master cut off is determined after considering several recruitment and examination factors. Since the Railway Recruitment Boards release category-wise and RRB-wise cut-offs, the marks required for shortlisting can differ across locations and categories.

The major factors affecting the Railway Station Master Cut off are explained below.

1. Number of Vacancies

The number of RRB Station Master vacancies available in an RRB has a direct impact on the cut-off. When fewer posts are available in a particular RRB, competition for those vacancies may become more intense. A larger vacancy count can affect the number of candidates shortlisted and the final cut-off.

2. Total Number of Candidates Appearing

The number of candidates appearing for the examination also affects the competition. If a large number of candidates compete for a limited number of Railway Station Master vacancies, the marks required for shortlisting may increase.

3. Difficulty Level of the Examination

The difficulty level of the RRB Station Master CBT exam is another important factor. If the examination is relatively difficult, candidates may obtain lower marks overall. An easier paper may result in higher scores and potentially a higher cut-off. Normalisation is used where the examination is conducted in multiple shifts.

4. Normalisation of Marks

RRB examinations may be conducted in multiple shifts with variations in difficulty. Normalisation is used to account for these variations and provide a comparable score for candidates. The official cut-off notices generally provide normalised marks, so candidates should not compare their raw marks directly with a published normalised cut-off.

5. Category-Wise Reservation

The RRB Station Master Cut Off is released separately for categories such as UR, OBC-NCL, EWS, SC and ST, depending on the available vacancies and candidates. The category-wise vacancy distribution and reservation rules influence the shortlisting cut-off.

6. RRB-Wise Vacancy Distribution

RRB Station Master vacancies are distributed across different RRBs and railway zones. The number of vacancies available in each region can differ, which is one reason the cut-off is not the same across all RRBs.

7. Shortlisting Rules for the Next Stage

The number of candidates shortlisted for the next selection stage also affects the RRB Station Master Cut Off. Under the previous recruitment, candidates were shortlisted from CBT 1 to CBT 2 and then from CBT 2 to CBAT. Under CEN 08/2026, candidates are shortlisted directly from the single-stage CBT to CBAT, according to the prescribed RRB-wise shortlisting rules.

Difference Between Previous and New Station Master Recruitment Process

The change in the selection process is important when analysing the Railway Station Master Cut off. The previous cut-off tables contain separate CBT 1 and CBT 2 marks, whereas the new recruitment has a single CBT.

Particulars	Previous Cycle (CEN 06/2025)	New Recruitment (CEN 08/2026)
Recruitment	Included in RRB NTPC Graduate	Separate Station Master CEN
CBT Stages	CBT 1 and CBT 2	Single-stage CBT
CBT 1 / Single CBT Marks	100	100
CBT 1 / Single CBT Duration	90 minutes	120 minutes
CBT 2	120 questions and 120 marks	Not applicable
General Awareness	Included	Not listed as a separate section
Data Analysis and Interpretation	Not a separate section	30 marks
CBAT Shortlisting	Based on CBT 2 marks	Based on single-stage CBT marks
Final Merit Weightage	70% CBT 2 and 30% CBAT	70% CBT and 30% CBAT

This change is why previous RRB Station Master CBT 1 and CBT 2 cut-offs should be used only as historical reference points. The actual cut-off for the new recruitment will depend on the performance of candidates under the revised examination pattern.

Is RRB Station Master Included in RRB NTPC 2026?

No. From 2026 onwards, RRB Station Master recruitment is being conducted through a separate notification, CEN 08/2026. The Railway Board decided to notify the post separately, rather than include it in the regular RRB NTPC recruitment cycle.

Therefore, candidates interested in the Railway Station Master post should follow the dedicated CEN 08/2026 notification and its recruitment updates. The RRB NTPC Graduate notification and the separate Station Master notification should not be treated as the same recruitment process.

Conclusion

The RRB Station Master Cut Off 2026 will be announced after the examination and shortlisting process under CEN 08/2026. Until then, the previous CEN 06/2025 zone-wise CBT 1 and CBT 2 cut-off marks offer a useful reference for understanding the competition across RRBs and categories. Candidates should remember that the new recruitment has a single-stage CBT followed by CBAT, unlike the previous two-CBT process. The revised selection pattern, RRB-wise vacancies and category-wise merit will determine the actual cut-off for the new cycle.

Candidates should focus on the revised Railway Station Master examination pattern, aim to score comfortably above the minimum qualifying percentage and keep checking the official RRB notices for the result and cut-off announcement. PracticeMock can support candidates with exam-focused practice, previous-year questions and preparation resources for Railway recruitment examinations.

Also Read:

RRB Station Master Notification	RRB Station Master Syllabus
RRB Station Master Previous Year Question Paper	RRB Station Master Salary
RRB Station Master Eligibility Criteria

FAQs on RRB Station Master Cut Off

1. What is the RRB Station Master Cut Off 2026?

The official RRB Station Master Cut Off 2026 has not been released yet. The new recruitment is being conducted under CEN 08/2026 through a single-stage CBT followed by CBAT. Candidates can refer to the previous CEN 06/2025 zone-wise cut-off tables for historical reference, but those marks are not the expected cut-off for the new examination.

2. What was the previous RRB Station Master CBT 1 cut-off for the UR category?

Under Railway Station Master CEN 06/2025, the UR CBT 1 cut-off ranged from 73.42 marks in Guwahati to 88.22 marks in Bhopal, out of 100 normalised marks. The cut-off varied by RRB because of differences in vacancies, competition and category-wise shortlisting requirements.

3. What was the RRB Station Master CBT 2 cut-off for CBAT shortlisting?

In the previous RRB Station Master CEN 06/2025 recruitment, the UR CBT 2 cut-off for CBAT shortlisting ranged from 70.94 marks in Guwahati to 81.90 marks in Bilaspur (CR). These were normalised marks out of 100 and were used to shortlist candidates for the Computer Based Aptitude Test.

4. What is the minimum qualifying mark for RRB Station Master 2026?

The RRB Station Master minimum qualifying percentage for the new CEN 08/2026 CBT is 40% for UR and EWS candidates, 30% for OBC-NCL and SC candidates, and 25% for ST candidates. These are minimum qualifying requirements and do not guarantee shortlisting for CBAT.

5. Which RRB zone had the highest Station Master cut-off in the previous cycle?

Bhopal recorded the highest UR cut-off in the previous CEN 06/2025 CBT 1 examination, at 88.22 marks out of 100. In CBT 2, Bilaspur (CR) had the highest UR cut-off at 81.90 marks for CBAT shortlisting.

6. What was the RRB Thiruvananthapuram Station Master cut-off?

Under RRB CEN 06/2025, the Thiruvananthapuram UR cut-off was 77.80 in CBT 1 and 75.50 in CBT 2 for CBAT shortlisting. The corresponding SC cut-offs were 66.30 and 60.40, while the ST cut-offs were 60.46 and 55.56 respectively.

7. Is there a separate cut-off for the RRB Station Master CBAT?

Candidates must meet the prescribed CBAT qualifying requirement, which is a minimum T-Score of 42 in each test battery without category-wise relaxation. The RRB Station Master CBAT is an aptitude test, and its score also contributes to the final merit calculation along with the CBT score in the prescribed 70:30 weightage.

8. Will there be a CBT 2 for RRB Station Master 2026?

No. Under CEN 08/2026, the RRB Station Master recruitment process has a single-stage CBT followed by CBAT, Document Verification and Medical Examination. The previous CEN 06/2025 recruitment had CBT 1 and CBT 2, so its two-stage cut-off tables are relevant only as historical data.

9. Is RRB Station Master included in the RRB NTPC 2026 recruitment?

No. Railway Station Master is being recruited separately through CEN 08/2026. The Railway Board has introduced a dedicated notification for this post from 2026 onwards. Candidates should check the separate RRB Station Master recruitment notice for vacancies, eligibility, examination pattern and cut-off updates.

10. Is Station Master a Group B or Group C post?

The RRB Station Master post is classified as a Group C, non-gazetted post and carries Level 6 under the 7th Central Pay Commission. The initial basic pay is ₹35,400. It is a supervisory operational post in the railway system, but it is not a Group B gazetted officer post.

11. What factors affect the Railway Station Master Cutoff?

The Railway Station Master Cut off depends on the number of vacancies in an RRB, the number of candidates appearing, examination difficulty, normalisation of marks, category-wise reservation and the number of candidates shortlisted for the next stage. Since vacancies and competition differ across RRBs, the cut-off can vary significantly between zones.

12. How can I check the official RRB Station Master cut-off?

Candidates can visit the official RRB website, select their respective RRB and open the relevant recruitment result or cut-off notice. They should locate the RRB Station Master row, check the marks for their category and compare them with their normalised score. For the new recruitment, candidates should look for the CEN 08/2026 result and cut-off notice when released.