RRB Group D Salary 2025, In-Hand, Per Month, Structure, Promotion

Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the RRB Group D 2025 notification, announcing 32,438 vacancies for posts like Track Maintainer and Pointsman, attracting lakhs of candidates across India. The primary draw for many is the RRB Group D salary, which starts with a basic pay of Rs. 18,000 per month as per the 7th Pay Commission (Level-1). This basic pay, combined with key allowances like HRA, DA, and TA, results in an approximate in-hand monthly salary ranging from Rs. 22,000 to Rs. 25,000. This article provides a complete breakdown of the 2025 salary structure, perks, detailed job profiles, and career growth opportunities for RRB Group D employees.

RRB Group D Salary

The Railway Recruitment Boards conduct the RRB Group D exam to recruit candidates for Group D posts. The railway provides several benefits to its employees and their family members. A detailed overview related to the RRB Group D Salary 2025 is provided below in a table format.

Railway Group D Salary 2025 Overview
Organization	Railway Recruitment Boards
Exam Name	RRB Group D
Post Name	Track Maintainer, Assistant, Pointsman, and others
Basic Salary	Rs 18,000
Pay Scale	Level-1 (7th CPC)
Allowances	Admissible as per rules
Official Website	indianrailways.gov.in

Railway Group D Salary Structure

The in-hand salary of RRB Group D posts is Rs. 22,000 to 25,000/- per month with basic pay of Rs. 18000/- as per the 7th pay commission. Along with the salary, the RRB provides some attractive perks and allowances to its employees. Below, we have provided the detailed RRB Group D salary structure. 

Railway Group D Salary Structure
Highlights	Railway Group D Salary
Pay-Level of posts	Level-1
Pay Matrix	7th CPC
Pay Scale	Rs. 5,200-20,200
Basic Pay	Rs. 18,000
Grade Pay	Rs. 1,800
HRA	8% to 24%
DA	Rs. 3,060
Travel Allowances	Depend upon location
Gross Salary	Rs. 22,500 to Rs. 25,380

RRB Group D Salary Per Month

The basic pay for the railway group D per month is Rs. 18,000/- per month. Below, we have provided the details related to the grade pay, dearness allowance, house rent allowance, and other aspects regarding salary.

• Basic Pay: ₹18,000 per month
• Grade Pay: Not applicable (already included in basic pay)
• DA (Dearness Allowance): Approx. 50% of basic pay (varies over time)
• HRA (House Rent Allowance): 8%, 16%, or 24% depending on the city
• TA (Transport Allowance): ₹1,800 (depends on city)
• Gross Salary: ₹28,000 – ₹32,000 (approximate range)

RRB Group D House Rent Allowance (HRA)

The Railways provides House Rent Allowance to its employees depending on the job location. As per the population, the cities are divided into three sections, which have been provided below in a table format. 

Category of City	Population	HRA
X	Less than 50 lakh	Rs. 4320 (24%)
Y	5 to 50 lakh	Rs. 2880 (16%)
Z	More than 50 lakh	Rs. 1440 (8%)

Railway Group D Post Name List and Salary

Below, we have provided a list of the Railway Group D post names along with their corresponding salary structure in a tabular format:

Post Name	Salary Structure
Track Maintainer Grade-IV	₹18,000 – ₹56,900 (Level 1 of 7th CPC)
Helper/Assistant (Electrical, Mechanical, S&T)	₹18,000 – ₹56,900 (Level 1 of 7th CPC)
Porter	₹18,000 – ₹56,900 (Level 1 of 7th CPC)
Gateman	₹18,000 – ₹56,900 (Level 1 of 7th CPC)
Safaiwala	₹18,000 – ₹56,900 (Level 1 of 7th CPC)
Gunman	₹18,000 – ₹56,900 (Level 1 of 7th CPC)
Railway Stenographer	₹19,900 – ₹63,200 (Level 2 of 7th CPC)

Key Points:

• Basic Pay: ₹18,000 is the entry-level basic pay, and it can go higher depending on the post and the pay level (Level 1 or 2) as per the 7th Pay Commission.
• Allowances: Additional allowances (DA, HRA, etc.) are provided depending on the location of the posting.

RRB Group D Entry-Level Salary 2025 After 7th Pay Commission

Candidates selected for various Group D posts should have a clear understanding of their expected salary. Below is a table detailing the Pay Band, Grade Pay, and entry-level Railway Group D Salary for different positions:

RRB Group D Entry Level Grade Pay 2025
Pay Band	Grade Pay	Entry Level RRB Group D Pay Scale
PB-3 (Rs. 29,900-1,04,400)	Rs. 16,200	Rs. 63,000
PB-1 (Rs. 15,600-60,600)	Rs. 6000	Rs. 25,380
PB-5 (Rs. 1,12,200-2,01,000)	Rs. 26,100	Rs. 1,38,300
PB-3 (Rs. 46,800-1,17,300)	Rs. 19,800	Rs. 76,590
PB-2 (Rs. 29,900-1,04,400)	Rs. 13,800	Rs. 51,420
PB-1 (Rs. 15,600-60,600)	Rs. 7200	Rs. 29,730
PB-5 (Rs. 1,12,200-2,01,000)	Rs. 26,700	Rs. 1,47,300
PB-1 (Rs. 15,600-60,600)	Rs. 5700	Rs. 23,190
PB-2 (Rs. 29,900-1,04,400)	Rs. 12,600	Rs. 40,500
PB-3 (Rs. 46,800-1,17,300)	Rs. 22,800	Rs. 88,500
PB-1 (Rs. 15,600-60,600)	Rs. 8400	Rs. 34,080
PB-1 (Rs. 15,600-60,600)	Rs. 5400	Rs. 21,000
PB-3 (Rs. 29,900-1,04,400)	Rs. 14,400	Rs. 54,450
PB-5 (Rs. 1,12,200-2,01,000)	Rs. 30,000	Rs. 1,59,000

RRB Group D Perks and Allowances

Below is the list of perks and allowances that are permitted to RRB Group-D employees by Indian Railways.

1. Dearness Allowance (DA)
2. House Rent Allowance (HRA)
3. Transport Allowance (TA)
4. Allowance for Night Duty
5. Overtime Allowance (OTA)
6. Travel Allowance (distance covered beyond 8 km)
7. Compensation in case of Holidays
8. Fixed Conveyance Allowance
9. Conveyance Allowance (for Railway Doctors)
10. Special Compensatory Allowances (to employees from Tribal and Scheduled Areas)
11. Special Allowance to Railway School Teachers
12. Special Allowance for employees’ child care
13. Allowance for women with disabilities
14. Medical Benefits
15. Pension Scheme

RRB Group D Job Profile

There are many RRB Group D job profiles available that involve 7 departments: Mechanical, Electrical, Engineering, Signal & Telecommunication, Stores, Medical, and Traffic. Below, we have mentioned all the job profiles, candidates must go through.

1. Assistant Workshop (Mechanical): Responsible for maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment and machinery in the workshop.
2. Assistant (Carriage & Wagon) (Mechanical): Handles maintenance and repair of carriages and wagons in the railway workshop.
3. Assistant Bridge (Engineering): Involved in the inspection, maintenance, and repair of railway bridges.
4. Assistant Loco Shed/Diesel (Mechanical): Manages maintenance and servicing of diesel locomotives in the loco shed.
5. Assistant Depot (Stores): Oversees stock management, inventory, and procurement in the depot.
6. Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical): Works on electrical maintenance and servicing of locomotives in the loco shed.
7. Assistant Pointsman (Traffic): Responsible for the operation of points and signals to ensure safe movement of trains.
8. Assistant Operation (Electrical): Handles the electrical operations, including the functioning of various electrical systems on trains and stations.
9. Assistant S&T (Signal & Telecommunication): Involves the maintenance of signal and telecommunication systems to ensure smooth train operations.
10. Assistant TL & AC (Electrical): Deals with the maintenance of traction and air-conditioning systems in trains.
11. Assistant Track Machine (Engineering): Operates and maintains track machines for track maintenance and repair.
12. Assistant TL & AC/ Workshop (Electrical): Focuses on the maintenance of traction and AC systems within a workshop setting.
13. Assistant Works (Engineering): Involved in the construction and maintenance of railway tracks and other engineering works.
14. Assistant Traction Distribution (Electrical): Ensures the distribution and maintenance of electrical traction systems on trains.
15. Assistant Works/ Workshop (Engineering): Works in the workshop environment, maintaining equipment related to track and infrastructure.
16. Track Maintainer Grade-IV (Mechanical): Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the railway tracks and ensuring safe passage for trains.
17. Hospital Assistant (Medical): Provides medical assistance and support in the railway hospital.

RRB Group D Promotion and Career Growth

After getting selected as a Group D employee, candidates can be promoted to Group C on the basis of their experience and departmental exams conducted by the RRB. Candidates can fill out the form for the departmental tests, and those who failed to qualify for the test can appear again. Below, we have provided the post-wise promotion details.

Department	RRB Group D Posts	RRB Group D Promotion
Mechanical	Assistant Workshop	Superintendent
	Assistant Loco Shed (Diesel)	Section Engineer
	Assistant C&W (Carriage and Wagon)	Superintendent
	Track Maintainer Grade IV	Section Engineer
Engineering	Assistant Bridge	Section Engineer
	Assistant Operations	Section Engineer
	Assistant Track Machine	Section Engineer
	Assistant Works	Section Engineer
	Assistant Works (Workshop)	Section Engineer
Electrical	Assistant Loco Shed	Section Engineer
	Assistant TL & AC (Workshop)
	Assistant TL & AC (Train Lights & AC)	Section Engineer
	Assistant TRD (Traction Distribution)	Section Engineer
Stores	Assistant Depot	Depot Material Superintendent Grade I
Signal & Telecommunication	Assistant Signal & Telecom	Section Engineer
Traffic	Assistant Pointsman	Superintendent
Medical	Hospital Assistant	Superintendent

RRB Group D Salary Slip

Here, we have provided the Railway Group D Salary Slip. A salary slip is an important document that contains details about the pay scale, grade pay, allowances, and deductions, such as tax/ PF contribution for the individual. Below, we have provided the RRB Group D Salary Slip sample:

Railway Group D Salary After 5 Years of Service

Railway Group D salary after 5 years of service will increase due to annual increments, Dearness Allowance (DA) revisions, and possible promotions. Here’s a detailed breakdown:

Salary After 5 Years

Considering annual increments (3% per year) and DA hikes, the approximate basic pay after 5 years:

• Basic Pay after 5 Years = ₹18,000 × (1.03)^5 = ₹20,850 (approx)
• DA (assuming 50% after 5 years) = ₹10,425 (50% of ₹20,850)
• HRA (assuming 8%, 16%, or 24%) = ₹1,668 to ₹5,004
• TA = ₹1,800
• Gross Salary After 5 Years = ₹34,000 – ₹40,000 (approx)

Additional Benefits

• Promotions: Employees may be eligible for promotions to higher levels (e.g., Technician, Senior Technician, etc.), increasing their salary further.
• Other Perks: Medical benefits, pension, job security, night duty allowances, overtime, etc.

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