RRB Group D

The RRB Group D Exam is conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) to recruit candidates for various Level 1 posts in Indian Railways. These include positions like Track Maintainer, Helper, Assistant, etc.

Key Details about RRB Group D Exam

1. Eligibility
   • Education: Minimum qualification is 10th pass or ITI from an NCVT/SCVT-recognized institution.
   • Age Limit: Typically 18-33 years (age relaxation for reserved categories).
2. Selection Process
   • Computer-Based Test (CBT)
   • Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
   • Document Verification (DV)
   • Medical Examination
3. Exam Pattern (CBT)
   • Duration: 90 minutes
   • Total Questions: 100
   • Subjects:
     • Mathematics
     • General Intelligence & Reasoning
     • General Science
     • General Awareness & Current Affairs
   • Marking Scheme: Negative marking of 1/3 for each incorrect answer
4. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
   • Male candidates: Lift and carry 35 kg for 100 meters in 2 minutes without putting it down; run 1000 meters in 4 minutes and 15 seconds.
   • Female candidates: Lift and carry 20 kg for 100 meters in 2 minutes without putting it down; run 1000 meters in 5 minutes and 40 seconds.
5. Syllabus Overview
   • Mathematics: Number System, Algebra, Geometry, Profit & Loss, etc.
   • Reasoning: Coding-Decoding, Puzzles, Blood Relations, etc.
   • General Science: Basic Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (up to 10th standard).
   • Current Affairs: Recent events, sports, politics, etc.
6. Preparation Tips
   • Focus on NCERT books for basics.
   • Practice mock tests and previous years’ papers.
   • Regularly revise key formulas, facts, and concepts.

 

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🛠️ RRB Group‑D Posts (Level 1, CEN 08/2024 – 32,438 vacancies)

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) recruits for various Level‑1 posts under Group D, including:

• Track Maintainer Grade‑IV

• Pointsman‑B

• Assistant roles in:

  • Track Machine

  • Bridge

  • Permanent Way (P‑Way)

  • Carriage & Wagon (C&W)

  • Traction Distribution (TRD)

  • Signal & Telecommunication (S&T)

  • Loco Shed (Diesel & Electrical)

  • Operations (Electrical)

  • TL & AC (and Workshop)  (Career Power, PW Live, www.ndtv.com)

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💰 Salary & Allowances (7th Pay Commission, Pay Level 1)

• Basic Pay: ₹18,000/month  (Career Power)

• Grade Pay: ₹1,800 (No longer separate under 7th CPC, but implicit)  (Career Power)

• Pay Scale: ₹5,200–20,200  (Career Power)

• Dearness Allowance (DA): 34% of basic (₹6,120)  (Shiksha)

• House Rent Allowance (HRA):

  • X-city: 24% (~₹4,320)

  • Y-city: 16% (~₹2,880)

  • Z-city: 8% (~₹1,440)  (Shiksha, Testbook)

• Transport & Other Allowances: Vary by posting location/equipment  (Career Power)

📊 Approx. Salary Breakdown:

Component	X‑city	Y‑city	Z‑city
Basic + DA	₹24,120	₹24,120	₹24,120
HRA	₹4,320	₹2,880	₹1,440
Transport Allowance	₹900–1,350	₹900–1,350	₹900–1,350
Gross Salary	₹29,340–30,000	₹27,900–28,560	₹26,460–27,120

• In-hand/Take-home pay:

  • Roughly ₹22,000–₹25,000/month as per multiple sources (CareerPower, Shiksha, Adda247, PracticeMock)  (Oliveboard, Shiksha, Shiksha, Career Power)

  • Some platforms (Prepp, Oliveboard) estimate ₹27,000–₹31,000/month, accounting for full allowances and fewer deductions  (Prepp)

Estimated annual package ranges between ₹3 lakh and ₹5 lakh (₹3–6 lakh per Shiksha)  (Testbook).

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🧾 Additional Perks & Benefits

• Unlimited free rail travel

• Medical coverage for self & family

• Night duty, overtime, and travel allowances

• Government pension (via NPS/CGEGIS/CGHS)  (Prepp, Shiksha, Oliveboard)

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✅ Summary

• Posts: Track Maintainer, Pointsman, various Assistants across technical domains

• Basic salary: ₹18,000

• Level: Pay Level 1 (₹5,200–20,200 scale)

• Gross salary: ₹26,000–30,000/month (post-location based)

• In-hand pay: ₹22,000–₹31,000/month

• Annual CTC: ₹3–6 lakh, depending on allowances and city

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If you want post‑specific allowances, comparisons between postings, or details on selection criteria and career progression, feel free to ask!

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Here’s a detailed overview of RRB Group D posts and salary structure (2025):