Loco Pilot Salary
Loco Pilots operate passenger and freight locomotives across Indian Railways. The role demands shift work, medical fitness, and strict safety discipline. Running Allowance is paid in addition to basic pay under Railway Board rules.
Current Basic (7th CPC)
₹29,200
Railways · Pay Level 5
Expected Basic (3× est.)
₹87,600
8th CPC not yet notified
Expected In-Hand
₹1,04,059–₹1,12,924
Moderate fitment · X city
Railway pay comparison
Expected salary across Railway posts
| Post | Pay Level | 7th CPC Basic | 2.86× | 3.0× | 3.2× | In-Hand (X city) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) | 2 | ₹19,900 | ₹56,914 | ₹59,700 | ₹63,680 | ₹73,522–₹80,851 |
| Railway Technician | 2 | ₹19,900 | ₹56,914 | ₹59,700 | ₹63,680 | ₹70,007–₹75,082 |
| Loco Pilot | 5 | ₹29,200 | ₹83,519 | ₹87,600 | ₹93,440 | ₹1,04,059–₹1,12,924 |
| Station Master | 6 | ₹35,400 | ₹1,01,228 | ₹1,06,200 | ₹1,13,280 | ₹1,18,676–₹1,26,110 |
| Ticket Collector | 4 | ₹25,500 | ₹72,930 | ₹76,500 | ₹81,600 | ₹89,663–₹95,779 |
| Track Maintainer | 1 | ₹18,000 | ₹51,480 | ₹54,000 | ₹57,600 | ₹63,700–₹68,290 |
| Railway Group D | 1 | ₹18,000 | ₹51,480 | ₹54,000 | ₹57,600 | ₹63,700–₹68,290 |
| Junior Engineer | 6 | ₹35,400 | ₹1,01,228 | ₹1,06,200 | ₹1,13,280 | ₹1,18,676–₹1,26,110 |
| Senior Section Engineer | 7 | ₹44,900 | ₹1,28,414 | ₹1,34,700 | ₹1,43,680 | ₹1,43,148–₹1,51,230 |
| Depot Material Superintendent | 6 | ₹35,400 | ₹1,01,228 | ₹1,06,200 | ₹1,13,280 | ₹1,18,676–₹1,26,110 |
New basic = current 7th CPC basic × fitment, matching the published table on /salary/8th-pay-commission/. DA is treated as 0 at implementation reset.
Take-home pay
In-hand salary
In-hand breakdown (moderate 3.0×)
*Estimate only. Min = DA reset to 0; max = 10% DA rebuild (and higher special allowance where applicable). Final salary depends on city, deductions, and 8th CPC notification.
Perks
Allowances & perks
Dearness Allowance
Resets, then rebuilds
DA is merged at 8th CPC implementation, then rebuilt on the new basic.
House Rent Allowance
X 27% · Y 18% · Z 9%
HRA is a percentage of revised basic where official quarters are not allotted.
Transport Allowance
Level-linked
7th CPC baseline ₹1,350 / ₹3,600 / ₹7,200 plus DA after reset rebuilds.
Medical (CGHS)
₹250–₹1,000/mo
CGHS contribution varies by pay level; treatment coverage is additional value.
Leave Travel Concession
LTC as per rules
Home-town / all-India LTC continues for eligible Railway employees.
Running Allowance
₹3,700–₹6,400/mo
Paid to running staff. Source: Railway Board RBE No. 60/2018 and subsequent revisions.
Risk Allowance
Duty-linked
May apply on safety-critical or outdoor hazardous duties.
Night Duty Allowance
Shift-linked
Compensates rostered night work on operations and maintenance posts.
Uniform Allowance
Kit / uniform
Uniform or kit grant as per Railway Board orders for eligible categories.
Railway Pass
Privilege pass
Eligible employees receive privilege / duty pass travel on Indian Railways.
Career growth
Promotion path
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0–3 years
Assistant Loco Pilot
Pay Level 2 · ₹59,700 expected basic
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3–8 years
Loco Pilot (Goods / Passenger)
Pay Level 5 · ₹87,600 expected basic
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8–15 years
Loco Pilot (Mail / Express)
Pay Level 6 · ₹1,06,200 expected basic
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15–25 years
Loco Inspector / Chief Loco Inspector
Pay Level 7 · ₹1,34,700 expected basic
Job profile
What a Loco Pilot does
Loco Pilots operate passenger and freight locomotives across Indian Railways. The role demands shift work, medical fitness, and strict safety discipline. Running Allowance is paid in addition to basic pay under Railway Board rules.
Recruitment is through RRB ALP & Technician.
Use the 8th Pay Commission hub, Indian Railways salary hub, and Central Govt salary hub for related guides.
Compare
Compare with related posts
| Field | Loco Pilot | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) | Railway Technician |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pay Level | 5 | 2 | 2 |
| Current Basic | ₹29,200 | ₹19,900 | ₹19,900 |
| Expected Basic (3×) | ₹87,600 | ₹59,700 | ₹59,700 |
| In-Hand X city | ₹1,04,059–₹1,12,924 | ₹73,522–₹80,851 | ₹70,007–₹75,082 |
| Key Allowances | Running, Pass, Night duty | Running, Pass, Night duty | Pass, Night duty |
| Exam | RRB ALP & Technician | RRB ALP & Technician | RRB ALP & Technician |
More Railway pages
Other Railways salary pages
Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
Pay Level 2
₹73,522–₹80,851
Railway Technician
Pay Level 2
₹70,007–₹75,082
Station Master
Pay Level 6
₹1,18,676–₹1,26,110
Ticket Collector
Pay Level 4
₹89,663–₹95,779
Track Maintainer
Pay Level 1
₹63,700–₹68,290
Railway Group D
Pay Level 1
₹63,700–₹68,290
Junior Engineer
Pay Level 6
₹1,18,676–₹1,26,110
Senior Section Engineer
Pay Level 7
₹1,43,148–₹1,51,230
Depot Material Superintendent
Pay Level 6
₹1,18,676–₹1,26,110
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is Loco Pilot salary after 8th Pay Commission?
Under a moderate 3.0× fitment, Loco Pilot expected basic is ₹87,600 from the current 7th CPC basic of ₹29,200 (Pay Level 5). In-hand in an X city is estimated at ₹1,04,059–₹1,12,924 after HRA, TA, NPS and tax.
What is Loco Pilot in-hand salary per month?
Estimated in-hand is ₹90,379–₹99,521 in Z cities, ₹97,358–₹1,06,223 in Y cities, and ₹1,04,059–₹1,12,924 in X cities at moderate fitment. Use the city toggle on this page.
What are the perks of a Loco Pilot?
Loco Pilot posts typically include DA/HRA/TA, night duty where rostered, uniform support, and Indian Railways privilege pass. Loco running staff also receive Running Allowance (RBE No. 60/2018).
How is Loco Pilot salary calculated?
New basic = current 7th CPC basic × fitment (2.86× / 3.0× / 3.2× / 3.68×), matching the published table on the 8th Pay Commission hub. In-hand adds HRA and TA, then subtracts NPS (10% of basic+DA), estimated tax, and CGHS.
What is the promotion path for Loco Pilot?
Typical progression starts at Assistant Loco Pilot and can move toward Loco Inspector / Chief Loco Inspector, subject to vacancies, seniority, and departmental exams.
Which exam recruits Loco Pilot?
Loco Pilot is recruited through RRB ALP & Technician.
Is 8th CPC Loco Pilot pay notified?
No. Figures on this page are independent estimates. Final pay depends on the official 8th CPC notification.
Important Disclaimer: This is an independent calculator and NOT an official Government of India website. All calculations are estimates based on publicly available data (7th CPC reports, Ministry circulars) and may not reflect actual government decisions. For official information, please visit official government portals.
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