RRB Group D Post, Salary, Job Profile & Career Growth
Railway Recruitment Board Group D 2025 ( RRB Group D )
Exam On - 27 Nov '25 - 16 Jan '26
RRB Group D recruitment is done for various technical and non-technical posts. RRB Group D job profile differs as per the hierarchy level of different railway departments. Check here RRB Group D job profile.
RRB Group D Job Profile & Salary
- RRB Group D Posts
- What is the Job Profile of RRB Group D?
- What is the Salary of RRB Group D?
- RRB Group D Career Prospects
- RRB Group D Post: Medical Standards
- RRB Group D Selection Process
RRB Group D Posts
The various posts included under RRB Group D exam are given below.
| Posts | Posts |
|---|---|
| Cabinman |
Keyman |
| Fitter |
Leverman |
| Gangman |
Pointsman |
| Group D – Store |
Porter |
| Group D – Engg |
Shunter |
| Helper-II (Electrical) |
Switchman |
| Helper-II (Mechanical) |
Trackman |
| Helper-II (S & T) |
Welder |
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What is the Job Profile of RRB Group D?
RRB Group D job profiles for various posts are given below.
| RRB Group D Post | RRB Group D Job Profile |
|---|---|
| Assistant Workshop- Mechanical |
Maintenance of coaches and wagons take place in the workshop department Ensures the security and maintenance of coaches |
| Assistant C&W (Carriage and Wagon) Mechanical |
|
| Assistant Bridge-Engineering |
To assist in the construction of new bridges under railway authority Ensure the availability of materials required in proper quantity and quality in designing the overall construction |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Diesel)- Mechanical |
Taking care of the overhauling of diesel locomotives |
| Assistant Depot (Stores) |
Procurement and supply of components to major mechanical, electrical, signal and telecom workshops for maintenance of coaches, wagons |
| Assistant Loco Shed-Electrical |
The electrical SSE is responsible for working on the TRS sheds engaged in overhauling and assembly level maintenance of 25KV AC electric Locos in electrical loco sheds |
| Assistant Pointsman-Traffic |
To handle switches or railroad points To control the lever to direct the train to the required tracks |
| Assistant Operations- Electrical |
Ensure electrical supply and assists the operation manager Maintenance of electrical appliances of the train and station |
| Assistant Signal & Telecom-S&T |
Works under the supervision of the senior officer To provide signals to the trains as per the situations |
| Assistant TL & AC (Train Lights & AC) – Electrical |
To look over the TL & AC (Train Lights and AC) To look over the proper functioning of the trains electrical appliances and connections eg: proper functioning of signal LEDs, AC controllers, power Supplies, stabilizations etc. |
| Assistant Track Machine-Engineering |
Repair the machines under the supervision of seniors Ensure the availability of tools/ gadgets required for the effective working of the track machine |
| Assistant TL & AC (Workshop)- Electrical |
To ensure the availability of tools and gadgets required by assistant TL & AC Engineers To look over the maintenance of lights, bulbs, fans, AC ducts, temperature control of ACs, stabilizations & all other electrical appliances |
| Assistant Works- Engineering |
Enrolled in the manufacturing department of all kinds of rail assets like manufacturing of coaches, every appliance of trains, platforms sheds etc Create new train designs |
| Assistant TRD (Traction Distribution)-Electrical |
Maintenance of electrical assets like electrical locomotives, Electrical Multiple Units (EMUs) and MainLine Electrical Multiple Units (MEMUs) |
| Assistant Works (Workshop)-Engineering |
To assist the seniors in manufacturing To ensure the availability of materials (tools and gadgets) required |
| Track Maintainer Grade IV |
Maintaining tracks Keep an eye over the breakdown of tracks Provides proper, safe and smooth track to the trains Look over every repairs and maintenance of the track line |
| Hospital Assistant-Medical |
Provide proper care to the ailing passenger during treatment Taking care of medical aids & their requirements in the stations |
What is the Salary of RRB Group D?
The basic salary of candidates selected under RRB Group D recruitment is INR 18,000. The complete salary details are given below.
| Scale |
Pay Band (In INR) |
Grade Pay (In INR) |
Grade Pay-Entry Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PB-1 |
15600-60600 |
5400 |
21000 |
| 5700 |
23190 |
||
| 6000 |
25380 |
||
| 7200 |
29730 |
||
| 8400 |
34080 |
||
| PB-2 |
29900-104400 |
12600 |
40500 |
| 13800 |
51420 |
||
| PB-3 |
14400 |
54450 |
|
| 16200 |
63000 |
||
| 46800-117300 |
19800 |
76590 |
|
| 22800 |
88500 |
||
| PB-5 |
112200-20100 |
26100 |
138300 |
| 26700 |
147300 |
||
| 30000 |
159000 |
Besides the basic pay, candidates are entitled to Dearness Allowance (DA), Daily Allowance, Transport Allowance, House Rent Allowance (HRA), Allowance for Night Duty, Medical Facilities, Overtime Allowance etc.
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RRB Group D Career Prospects
Candidates are promoted to higher posts based on their performance. After three years of service, candidates become eligible for departmental exams. The hierarchy position for Group D posts is given below.
| RRB Group D Posts | RRB Group D Promotion |
|---|---|
| Assistant Workshop – Mechanical |
Superintendent |
| Assistant C&W (Carriage and Wagon) Mechanical |
Superintendent |
| Assistant Bridge – Engineering |
Section Engineer |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Diesel) – Mechanical |
Section Engineer |
| Assistant Depot (Stores) |
Depot Material Superintendent Grade I |
| Assistant Loco Shed – Electrical |
Section Engineer |
| Assistant Pointsman – Traffic |
Superintendent |
| Assistant Operations – Electrical |
Section Engineer |
| Assistant Signal & Telecom – S&T |
Section Engineer |
| Assistant TL & AC (Train Lights & AC) – Electrical |
Section Engineer |
| Assistant Track Machine – Engineering |
Section Engineer |
| Assistant TL & AC (Workshop) – Electrical |
Section Engineer |
| Assistant Works – Engineering |
Section Engineer |
| Assistant TRD (Traction Distribution) – Electrical |
Section Engineer |
| Assistant Works (Workshop) – Engineering |
Section Engineer |
| Track Maintainer Grade IV |
Section Engineer |
| Hospital Assistant – Medical |
Superintendent |
RRB Group D Post: Medical Standards
Candidates can check below RRB Group D medical standards.
| Designation | Dept | Medical Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant (workshop) |
Mechanical |
C1 |
| Assistant Bridge |
Engineering |
B1 |
| Assistant c&w |
Mechanical |
B1 |
| Assistant Depot (stores) |
Stores |
C1 |
| Assistant Loco Shed (Diesel) |
Mechanical |
B1 |
| Assistant Loco Shed (electrical) |
Electrical |
B1 |
| Assistant Operations (electrical) |
Electrical |
B2 |
| Assistant Pointsman |
Traffic |
A2 |
| Assistant Signal & Telecom |
S and T |
B1 |
| Assistant Track Machine |
Engineering |
B1 |
| Assistant TL& AC |
Electrical |
B1 |
| Assistant TL& AC (workshop) |
Electrical |
C1 |
| Assistant TRD |
Electrical |
B1 |
| Assistant Works |
Engineering |
B1 |
| Assistant Works (Workshop) |
Engineering |
C1 |
| Hospital Assistant |
Medical |
C1 |
| Track Maintainer Grade IV |
Engineering |
B1 |
RRB Group D Selection Process
RRB Group D selection process comprises several stages. The CBT is conducted for 100 marks. The PET is qualifying in nature. However, candidates need to qualify the same. Appointment is based on the performance and merit. They need to be medically fit.
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