East Central Railway has invited offline applications for Station Ticket Booking Agent (STBA) posts across 23 halt stations and 2 flag stations in its Danapur Division. 🎫 This is a commission-based engagement with no written exam — candidates need to be 10th pass and a resident of the station they apply for.
Table of Contents
- Overview
- Vacancy Details
- Eligibility Criteria
- Important Dates
- Application Fee
- How to Apply
- Important Links
Overview
East Central Railway (पूर्व मध्य रेलवे), Danapur Division, is appointing Station Ticket Booking Agents (STBA) to sell unreserved tickets at 23 halt stations and 2 flag stations. The engagement is on a commission basis — the agent earns 3% to 15% of ticket sales depending on the sales slab. There is no written examination; selection is through application screening, document verification, and evaluation by a Tender/Selection Committee.
Vacancy Details
| Station Type | Count |
|---|---|
| Halt Stations | 23 |
| Flag Stations | 2 |
| Total Stations | 25 |
The two named flag stations are Salimpur Bihar Flag and Garsanda Flag (flag stations where a security deposit applies).
Eligibility Criteria
| Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Minimum 10th (Matriculation) pass |
| Age Limit | Above 18 years |
| Residence | Must be a resident of the station applied for |
| Documents | Self-attested copies of all required documents |
Note: There is no written examination for this engagement — selection is based on the application, eligibility, and document verification as evaluated by the Tender/Selection Committee.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | 22 September 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 02 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 02 November 2026 |
Note: The source page’s summary table lists the notification date as 22 September 2026 and also mentions a 16 October 2026 date in one row; the application instructions state applications may be submitted till 02 November 2026. Candidates should confirm the exact last date from the official notification.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | Not specified in the announcement |
The source announcement does not specify any application fee. The process may involve a security deposit only for flag stations (see below) — a security deposit is not an application fee.
Security Deposit (for Flag Stations only)
| Flag Station | Deposit Amount |
|---|---|
| Salimpur Bihar Flag | ₹7,688 |
| Garsanda Flag | ₹2,000 |
The security deposit is refunded without interest after the contract ends or is cancelled.
Commission Structure
| Ticket Sale Amount | Commission |
|---|---|
| ₹1 to ₹15,000 | 15% |
| ₹15,001 to ₹50,000 | 12% |
| ₹50,001 to ₹1,00,000 | 9% |
| ₹1,00,001 to ₹2,00,000 | 6% |
| Above ₹2,00,000 | 3% |
How to Apply
Applications for the Bihar Railway Ticket Booking Agent Recruitment 2026 can be submitted offline or by post. Follow these steps:
- Download the application form from the official notification.
- Fill in all required details in the application form correctly.
- Attach self-attested copies of all required documents.
- Attach the required declaration and affidavit.
- Submit the completed application in the designated application box at the office of the Senior Divisional Commercial Manager, East Central Railway, Danapur Division.
- Alternatively, the application may also be sent by post to the same office.
- Ensure the application reaches by 02 November 2026.
Documents Required
- Application form (filled)
- 10th marksheet / certificate
- Age proof
- Residence certificate / local residence proof
- Aadhaar card or valid ID proof
- Passport-size photograph
- PAN card
- Mobile number
- Police verification / character certificate (if asked)
- Application / tender form
- EMD / payment proof (as applicable)
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