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RRB Group D Salary 2026
RRB Group D Salary: the latest information and updates for RRB Group D, collected by airGurukul.
RRB Group D Salary
All Group D (Level 1) posts are in Pay Level 1 of the 7th CPC pay matrix.
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay level | Level 1 (7th CPC) |
| Initial basic pay | ₹18,000 per month |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | Percentage of basic pay as notified by the Government from time to time |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | As per city class of posting (or railway quarters) |
| Transport Allowance | As per rules |
| Other benefits | Railway passes, medical facilities, leave, pension scheme as notified |
In-hand pay is basic pay plus DA, HRA and TA, minus deductions such as pension contribution and insurance. It depends on your city of posting and the current DA rate, so it differs from place to place.
Posts in Level 1
- Track Maintainer Grade IV (Engineering)
- Pointsman-B (Traffic)
- Assistant posts in S&T, Bridge, Track Machine and other departments, as listed in the CEN
Career growth
- Annual increment within Level 1.
- Group D staff can rise to higher grades through departmental promotion and selection.
- Serving railway staff also get age relaxation for many Group C exams such as NTPC and ALP.
Source: CEN 09/2025 detailed notice (RRB Chandigarh), AglaSem – RRB Group D
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