Check Railway Salary Calculator 2025 for All Level Posts
Below you can check Railway RRB Salary Calculator 2025 showing Total Salary of All Posts with Pay Scales (Level 1-10) at Latest DA, HRA rates.Features of Railway Salary Structure
- Salary structure based on 7th CPC.
- Includes Basic Pay, Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other benefits.
- Allowances such as Transport Allowance (TA), Performance-Linked Bonus, and more.
- Varied pay scales depending on the post and grade.
Vacancies Advertised by Indian Railway
Here’s a list of some posts advertised by the Indian Railways under various categories such as Group D, NTPC, Junior Engineer (JE), Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP), and Ministerial and Isolated (MI) categories time to time:
1. Group D Posts (Pay Level 1)
These are entry-level posts requiring minimal qualifications (10th pass or ITI).
- Track Maintainer Grade IV
- Helper/Assistant in Various Departments (Electrical, Mechanical, S&T, Engineering)
- Pointsman
- Gateman
- Porter/Hamal/Shunter
- Hospital Attendant
- Cleaner (Mechanical/C&W, Electrical, and other departments)
2. Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC)
NTPC covers both graduate and undergraduate level posts in Railways.
Undergraduate Level (Pay Level 2 & 3):
- Junior Clerk cum Typist
- Accounts Clerk cum Typist
- Commercial cum Ticket Clerk
- Train Clerk
Graduate Level (Pay Level 4, 5, and 6):
- Traffic Assistant
- Goods Guard
- Senior Commercial cum Ticket Clerk
- Senior Clerk cum Typist
- Junior Account Assistant cum Typist
- Station Master
- Commercial Apprentice (CA)
- Traffic Apprentice (TA)
3. Ministerial and Isolated (MI) Categories (Pay Level 2-8)
These posts include clerical, steno, and instructional positions.
Ministerial Posts:
- Junior Stenographer (Hindi/English)
- Chief Law Assistant
- Junior Translator (Hindi)
Isolated Posts:
- Publicity Inspector
- Photographer
- Cook/Staff in Railway Catering Units
- Teacher (Primary/Trained Graduate/Postgraduate in Railway Schools)
Para-Medical Categories
Medical-related posts advertised by Railways.
- Staff Nurse
- Pharmacist
- Health and Malaria Inspector
- Lab Technician
- Radiographer
- ECG Technician
Level-wise List of Railway Posts with Pay Scales
| Pay Level | Pay Scale (₹) | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | 18,000 – 56,900 | All Group D Posts i.e. Track Maintainer Grade IV, Assistant Pointsman, Gateman, Helper/ Assistant etc. |
| Level 2 | 19,900 – 63,200 | Junior Clerk cum Typist, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Train Clerk, Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP), Technician |
| Level 3 | 21,700 – 69,100 | Commercial cum Ticket Clerk |
| Level 5 | 29,200 – 92,300 | Senior Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Senior Clerk cum Typist, Paramedical Staff |
| Level 6 | 35,400 – 1,12,400 | Station Master, Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) |
| Level 7 | 44,900 – 1,42,400 | Senior Section Engineer (SSE), Chief Depot Material Superintendent, Teacher (PGT/TGT/PRT) |
You can check salary of all these posts shown in table above using Railway Salary Calculator shown below.
Allowances and Benefits
In addition to the basic pay, railway employees receive various allowances and benefits:
- Dearness Allowance (DA): Fixed at 58% of Basic Pay (as of July 2025).
- House Rent Allowance (HRA): Based on the city class (Class X: 27%, Class Y: 18%, Class Z: 9% subject to minimum 5400, 3600, 1800 respectively).
- Transport Allowance (TA): Provided to cover commuting expenses, ranges from Rs. 900-7200 depending on city and post.
- Other Allowances: Daily Allowance, Night Duty Allowance etc.
- Medical Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage for employees and dependents.
- Retirement Benefits: Pension, gratuity, and other post-retirement perks.
Railway Salary Calculator 2025
DA is fixed at 58% of basic pay from July 2025. Choose HRA (9 / 18 / 27%), Select Level and enter Basic Pay (monthly) for Railway levels 1–10.
Notes: Enter the monthly basic pay for the post/level. DA is computed at 58% of basic. HRA options available: 9%, 18%, 27%.
You can use Salary Calculator given above for all Posts of Indian Railway RRB's having Pay Levels from 1-10 to calculate the estimated salary depending on posting. Here's how to use it:
Steps to Use Railway Salary Calculator 2025:
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Select Your Post:
- Use the dropdown menu labeled "Select Post" to choose the railway post you are interested in.
- Posts are categorized by their pay levels (e.g., Pay Level 1, 2, 3, etc.).
- Example: If you choose "Track Maintainer", it corresponds to Pay Level 1.
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Choose HRA percentage:
- Select the city class where you'll be posted:
- Class X (Metro or Big Cities like Delhi, Mumbai etc.)
- Class Y (Other Places)
- Class Z (Small Cities, Rural or Remote Areas)
- Based on your posting, select the applicable House Rent Allowance (HRA) options. HRA varies based on the city class, with a minimum of ₹5400 for Class X, ₹3600 for Class Y, and ₹1800 for Class Z.
- Select the city class where you'll be posted:
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Click "Calculate Salary":
- Press the "Calculate Salary" button to compute your salary.
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View RRB Salary Breakdown:
- The calculator will display:
- Basic Pay: Your starting basic pay as per the pay level.
- Dearness Allowance (DA): Calculated as 53% of the basic pay.
- HRA: Based on your city class and pay level.
- Total Salary: The sum of all components.
- The calculator will display:
Example Calculation:
Post: Track Maintainer (Pay Level 1)
- Basic Pay: ₹18,000
- City Class: Class X
- DA: ₹9,540 (53% of ₹18,000)
- HRA: ₹5,400 (minimum for Class X)
- Total Salary: ₹32,940
Formula for Calculating Railway Salary
To calculate your gross monthly salary as a railway employee, use the following formula:
Gross Salary = Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance (DA) + House Rent Allowance (HRA) + Other Allowances
You can also use our Railway Salary Calculator to easily compute your salary based on post and city class.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the starting salary for Group D posts?
A: The starting salary for Group D posts is ₹18,000 per month (Basic Pay). Total Salary after addition of all allowances ranges from Rs. 29500-34500 depending on posting and allowances. You can check city-wise post-wise salary for all levels of posts from Railway Salary Calculator given above.
Q: What allowances are provided to railway employees?
A: Employees receive DA, HRA, TA, medical benefits, and more.
Q: Is there a performance-based component in railway salaries?
A: Yes, employees are entitled to Performance-Linked Bonus and other incentives.