RRB Kolkata Updates 2026

RRB Kolkata Recruitment 2026: Complete Guide

Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), Kolkata holds a distinct prestige in the history of Indian Railways. Established in 1954 (as the Railway Service Commission), it is the only board in the country that functions as the nodal recruitment agency for three distinct Railway Zones (Eastern Railway, South Eastern Railway, Metro Railway) and a major Production Unit (Chittaranjan Locomotive Works). Headquartered in Chitpur, this board manages the selection of staff for the busiest rail networks in Eastern India.

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RRB Kolkata Recruitment: The Complete Guide

RRB Kolkata is arguably the most diverse and high-volume recruitment board in India. It serves the Greater Kolkata region—the only city in India hosting the headquarters of three Zonal Railways. A selection here offers a wide variety of posting options, from the bustling suburban stations of Sealdah to the underground tunnels of the Metro and the massive workshops of Kharagpur.

RRB Kolkata Jurisdiction & Divisions

RRB Kolkata has a massive and complex jurisdiction. To avoid confusion with neighboring boards (Malda/Ranchi), here is the specific list of divisions recruited by RRB Kolkata:

• Eastern Railway (ER):
  • Howrah Division: The busiest railway division in India, handling the massive commuter traffic of the West bank.
  • Sealdah Division: Manages the high-density suburban network on the East bank.
  • Asansol Division: Covers the industrial and coal belts of West Bengal.
  • Workshops: Kanchrapara, Liluah, and Jamalpur (Technical staff).
  • (Note: Malda Division is recruited by RRB Malda).
• South Eastern Railway (SER):
  • Kharagpur Division: Includes the massive Kharagpur Workshop and rail network connecting to Odisha.
  • Adra Division: Critical for freight and coal movement.
  • (Note: Ranchi and Chakradharpur divisions are recruited by RRB Ranchi).
• Metro Railway, Kolkata:
  • Metro Rail: RRB Kolkata is the exclusive board recruiting for India’s first Metro system (Station Controllers, Traffic Assistants, Maintainers).
• Chittaranjan Locomotive Works (CLW):
  • CLW: One of the largest Electric Locomotive manufacturers in the world. Recruitment for skilled Technicians and JEs here is highly sought after.

Major Recruitment Categories

RRB Kolkata regularly conducts examinations for high-demand posts. Please refer to the ‘Latest Updates’ table above for active Notification Numbers (CEN) and direct links.

• RRB NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories):
  • Graduate Level: Prestigious posts including Station Master, Goods Guard, Commercial Apprentice. Unique Post: Traffic Assistant (specifically for Metro Railway) and Station Controller/Train Operator (SC/TO).
  • Undergraduate Level: Roles like Commercial cum Ticket Clerk and Trains Clerk.
• RRB Group D (Level-1): Massive recruitment drives for Track Maintainers, Helpers, and Workshop staff. Note: Vacancies are distributed across ER, SER, and CLW, offering a high chance of a workshop posting compared to other boards.
• RRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot): Technical recruitment for the driving crew. Note: This board recruits ALPs for ER/SER freight and express trains. Metro Motormen are a distinct cadre.
• RRB Technician:
  • CLW & Workshops: High demand for skilled Fitters, Electricians, and Machinists for CLW, Kharagpur, and Kanchrapara workshops.
  • Metro Railway: Specialized Maintainers for Metro rake maintenance (Electrical/Mechanical).
• RPF Recruitment:
  • Sub-Inspector (SI): Executive security roles for law and order maintenance in the high-density suburban and Metro networks.
  • Constable: Security personnel responsible for passenger safety.
• RRB Section Controller: A critical traffic department role responsible for controlling train movements on the hyper-busy suburban and express lines of Howrah and Sealdah.
• RRB JE (Junior Engineer): Supervisory roles for Diploma/Degree holders. Electrical Engineering is a major focus here due to the fully electrified networks and CLW production requirements.
• Paramedical Categories: Recruitment for the premier B.R. Singh Hospital (Sealdah), Garden Reach Hospital (SER HQ), and Orthopedic Hospital (Howrah).
• Ministerial & Isolated Categories: Specialized posts such as Stenographers, Junior Translators, and Teachers.

Contact Details & Address (Official)

For queries regarding medical boards, candidature status, or DV dates, use the official contact channels listed below.

• Office Address: Railway Recruitment Board, Kolkata Metro Railway A.V. Complex, Chitpur, Opp. R. G. Kar Medical College & Hospital, R. G. Kar Road, Kolkata – 700 037
• Helpline & Contact:
  • Phone: 033-25430108
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Office Hours: 10:00 AM to 05:30 PM (Monday – Friday)
• Official Website: www.rrbkolkata.gov.in

Selection Process & Documentation

The standard selection workflow involves Computer Based Tests (CBTs), followed by aptitude/skill tests and Document Verification (DV).

List of Documents Required for DV:

• Matriculation Certificate: Original proof of Date of Birth.
• Educational Qualifications: Original Marksheets and Certificates (10+2/Diploma/Degree/ITI/NAC).
• Caste Certificate: Central Government format for SC/ST/OBC-NCL.
• Aadhaar Card: Original ID for biometric verification.
• NOC: Mandatory for current Government/PSU employees.
• Admit Card Stubs: The counterfoils of e-call letters from CBT stages.

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