RRB Jammu Section Controller Recruitment 2026 โ Provisional Panel and Medical Appeal Process
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), Jammu has released an important notification dated 23 September 2026 regarding the recruitment of Section Controller under CEN No. 04/2025. Based on performance in CBT, Document Verification (DV), and Medical Examination (ME), candidates have been provisionally empanelled. The notification also outlines details for candidates absent during DV/ME and those declared medically unfit.
Provisional Empanelment
A total of 07 candidates have been provisionally empanelled for Section Controller (Category No. 1 โ Northern Railway). Their details have been forwarded to Northern Railway/DMW/RCF for further appointment procedures after verification of eligibility and original documents.
Non-Empanelled Candidates
- Absent in DV/ME: 01 candidate.
- Declared Medically Unfit: 01 candidate.
Medical Appeal Process
- Candidates declared medically unfit can appeal to the Principal Chief Medical Director (PCMD), Northern Railway, Baroda House, New Delhi through the Chairman, RRB Jammu.
- Deadline: Appeals must reach by 22 October 2026, 18:00 hrs via Registered/Speed Post only.
- Mandatory Documents:
- Medical Certificate (Proforma-A) from a Government/Private specialist in the relevant field.
- Demand Draft of Rs. 1,000/- in favour of Chairman, RRB Jammu.
- The certificate must include detailed diagnosis, visual standards (with and without glasses), candidateโs photograph, identification marks, and doctorโs MCI/State registration number.
- If PCMD recommends re-examination, a medical board will reassess the candidate. The decision will be final and communicated by RRB Jammu.
- If the decision changes from โUnfitโ to โFit,โ the Rs. 1,000/- DD will be refunded. Otherwise, it will be forfeited.
- No further chance for medical examination will be given after this appeal.
Important Notes
- Appeal must be handwritten and signed by the candidate.
- Applications without required enclosures or received late will be rejected.
- Candidature remains provisional until final verification and approval.
- RRB reserves the right to rectify errors or typographical mistakes in the result.
Valuable FAQs for Candidates
- How many candidates are provisionally empanelled for Section Controller?
- A total of 07 candidates have been provisionally empanelled.
- What happens if a candidate was absent in DV/ME?
- Such candidates are delisted from the select list and not considered for empanelment.
- Can medically unfit candidates appeal?
- Yes, they can appeal to PCMD, Northern Railway, via RRB Jammu before 22 October 2026, 18:00 hrs.
- What documents are required for medical appeal?
- Proforma-A medical certificate from a specialist and a Demand Draft of Rs. 1,000/- in favour of Chairman, RRB Jammu.
- Will the Rs. 1,000/- DD be refunded?
- Yes, if the candidate is declared โFitโ after re-examination. Otherwise, the amount will be forfeited.
- Is there another chance after this appeal?
- No, this is the final opportunity for medical re-examination.
- Who communicates the final decision of appeal?
- The final decision of PCMD, Northern Railway, will be communicated by RRB Jammu.
Final Note for Candidates
The RRB Jammu Section Controller Recruitment 2026 has reached the stage of provisional empanelment and medical appeal. Candidates must ensure timely submission of appeals with all required documents to safeguard their eligibility. This is the last opportunity to prove medical fitness and secure appointment in the Railways.
