Syllabus for Section Controller Exam (CEN 03/2026)

This document, titled "CEN 03/2026 (Section Controller) - Frequently Asked Questions," provides general information regarding the application process, eligibility criteria, and administrative details for the Section Controller examination. It refers to the main CEN 03/2026 document for detailed syllabus and qualification specifics.

Exam Overview: The recruitment process for the Section Controller post under CEN 03/2026 comprises several stages:

1. Single Stage Computer Based Test (CBT): This is the initial screening test.
2. Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT): Candidates who qualify in the CBT will proceed to the CBAT.
3. Document Verification (DV): Successful candidates from CBAT will undergo document verification.
4. Medical Examination (ME): The final stage involves a medical examination to ensure candidates meet the prescribed physical standards.

CBT Details: For the Computer Based Test (CBT), there will be a negative marking of 1/3 (one-third) mark for each incorrect answer. Candidates will have the option to choose one of 15 languages for the CBT, and questions will be displayed in the chosen language as well as in English.

Syllabus and Qualifications: It is explicitly stated in the FAQ (Question No. 65) that the detailed syllabus for the CBT is provided in Para 16.1 of the main CEN 03/2026 document. This FAQ document does not contain the actual subject-wise syllabus content. Candidates are advised to refer to the comprehensive CEN 03/2026 notification for specific topics and detailed curriculum for each subject in the CBT.

Regarding educational qualifications (Question No. 8), the specific criteria, including academic requirements and medical standards for the Section Controller post, are detailed in Annexure-A of the detailed CEN 03/2026 document. Candidates must possess the prescribed educational/technical qualifications on or before the application submission deadline (14-08-2026). Applicants whose final results are pending by this date are not eligible.

Important Dates:

• Application Start Date: 15-07-2026
• Application End Date: 14-08-2026 (23:59 hrs)
• Application Fee Payment End Date: 16-08-2026
• Application Modification Window: 17-08-2026 to 26-08-2026

Fee and Reservations: Candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, Ex-Servicemen, Women, Transgender, Minorities, and Economically Backward Classes are eligible for fee concessions. The crucial date for claiming reservation benefits (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD) is the last date for online application submission (14-08-2026).