The Railway Recruitment Board has announced a total of 8868 vacancies for the Various Posts including Railway Commercial cum Ticket Clerk post in Level 3 under the RRB NTPC Recruitment 2025 for undergraduate candidates. Securing a position in the railways, especially in the Non-Technical category, is a dream for many aspirants across the country due to the perks and benefits associated with a stable job in this sector.
In this article, we will cover the in-hand salary, job profile, career growth, and requirements for the Commercial cum Ticket Clerk position, as per the 7th Pay Commission.
Railway Commercial cum Ticket Clerk Pay Scale
The starting salary for a Commercial cum Ticket Clerk is ₹21,700, along with additional allowances, as per Level 3 of the 7th Pay Commission. This year, the Railway Recruitment Board has announced many vacancies for this position. Candidates interested in participating in the RRB NTPC recruitment selection process should review the details provided in the table below for more information about the role.
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RRB Commercial cum ticket clerk |
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Level in 7th CPC |
Initial Pay (INR) |
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3 |
Rs. 21,700/- |
RRB NTPC Commercial cum Ticket Clerk Salary as per 7th Pay Commission
The total in-hand salary for a Railway Commercial cum Ticket Clerk is approximately ₹32,000 to Rs. 35,000 per month, with a basic pay of ₹21,700. In addition to the benefits listed below, railway employees also receive other perks, such as travel allowances.
Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk In-hand Salary (As per latest structure)
| Component | Amount (in ₹) |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level 3 |
| Basic Pay | 21,700 |
| DA (Currently 12% of Basic Pay) | 2604 |
| Grade Pay | 2,000 |
| Travel Allowance | 2016 |
| HRA (8% of Basic Pay) | 1,736 |
RRB Salary HRA Details
The HRA (House Rent Allowance) for all RRB NTPC employees will depend on the cities where they are posted. Candidates assigned to X cities will receive 30% of their basic pay as HRA, while those in Y cities will get 20%, and those in Z cities will receive 10%.
Details about the HRA calculation can be found in the employment terms set by Indian Railways and in the salary slips of candidates selected in previous recruitment cycles.
| Category of Cities | HRA Before 7th Pay Commission (In percent) | HRA After 7th Pay Commission (In percent) |
|---|---|---|
| X | 30% | 24% |
| Y | 20% | 16% |
| Z | 10% | 8% |
Perks & Allowances Offered to Commercial Cum Ticket Clerks
Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk (CCTC) is one of the most financially secure post in Indian Railways. Along with a steady basic pay, candidates receive a range of allowances that significantly boost the overall in-hand salary. These benefits make the post attractive, especially for fresh graduates seeking long-term stability in government jobs.
Key Allowances & Benefits
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Travel Allowance (TA)
- Railway Medical Facilities
- Pension under NPS
- Leave Benefits
- Job Stability & Career Growth
Railway Commercial cum Ticket Clerk Job profile
- The primary responsibilities of a Commercial cum Ticket Clerk in the railways include issuing tickets at Ticket Booking Offices using the Computer Reservation System (CRS) and Unreserved Ticketing System (UTS).
- They also supervise the loading of goods and luggage and maintain relevant registers.
- Additionally, they may be assigned as Goods Clerks, handling freight at stations. Goods Clerks are responsible for booking freight traffic, overseeing the loading and unloading of goods, and coordinating with the Station Master or Yard Master regarding wagon allocation.
- The Commercial cum Ticket Clerk typically works under the supervision of a Station Master or Booking Supervisor.
RRB NTPC Commercial cum Ticket Clerk Career Growth
Commercial cum Ticket Clerks have the opportunity to take departmental exams and advance in their careers. They can be promoted to the position of Senior Commercial cum Ticket Clerk.
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