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Indian Railways

4.1
based on 1.8k Reviews
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Working at Indian Railways

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Overall Rating

4.1/5
based on 1.8k reviews
highly rated categories
2% above
industry average
highly rated categories
Highly rated for

Job security, Company culture, Salary

Work Policy
Work from office
Work from office
72% employees reported
Monday to Saturday
Monday to Saturday
56% employees reported
Flexible timing
Flexible timing
51% employees reported
Within city
Within city
36% employees reported
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Top Employees Benefits
Office cab/shuttle
Office cab/shuttle
113 employees reported
Job/Soft skill training
Job/Soft skill training
99 employees reported
Child care facility
Child care facility
71 employees reported
Professional degree assistance
Professional degree assistance
62 employees reported
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About Indian Railways

Founded in1853 (172 yrs old)
India Employee Count1 Lakh+
Global Employee Count1 Lakh+
India HeadquartersDelhi/NCR, Delhi, India
Office Locations
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Websiteindianrailways.gov.in
Primary Industry
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About Indian Railways The first railway on Indian sub-continent ran over a stretch of 21 miles from Bombay to Thane. The idea of a railway to connect Bombay with Thane, Kalyan and with the Thal and Bhore Ghats inclines first occurred to Mr. George Clark, the Chief Engineer of the Bombay Government, during a visit to Bhandup in 1843.The formal inauguration ceremony was performed on 16th April 1853, when 14 railway carriages carrying about 400 guests left Bori Bunder at 3.30 pm "amidst the loud applause of a vast multitude and to the salute of 21 guns." The first passenger train steamed out of Howrah station destined for Hooghly, a distance of 24 miles, on 15th August, 1854. Thus the first section of the East Indian Railway was opened to public traffic, inaugurating the beginning of railway transport on the Eastern side of the subcontinent. In south the first line was opened on Ist July, 1856 by the Madras Railway Company. It ran between Vyasarpadi Jeeva Nilayam (Veyasarpandy) and Walajah Road (Arcot), a distance of 63 miles. In the North a length of 119 miles of line was laid from Allahabad to Kanpur on 3rd March 1859. The first section from Hathras Road to Mathura Cantonment was opened to traffic on 19th October, 1875.
Mission: Protect and safeguard railway passengers, passenger area and railway property. Ensure the safety, security and boost the confidence of the traveling public in the Indian Railways
Vision: Indian Railways shall provide safe, efficient, affordable, customerfocussed and environmentally sustainable integrated transportation solutions. It shall be a modern vehicle of inclusive growth, connecting regions, communities, ports and centres of industry, commerce, tourism and pilgrimage across the country.
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Indian Railways Ratings

based on 1.8k reviews

Overall Rating

4.1/5
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4.1

Job security

3.9

Company culture

3.9

Salary

3.9

Work-life balance

3.9

Skill development

3.9

Work satisfaction

3.6

Promotions

Indian Railways is rated 4.1 out of 5 stars on AmbitionBox, based on 1.8k company reviews. This rating reflects a generally positive employee experience, indicating satisfaction with the company’s work culture, benefits, and career growth opportunities. AmbitionBox gathers authentic employee reviews and ratings, making it a trusted platform for job seekers and employees in India.
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Gender Based Ratings at Indian Railways
based on 1.5k reviews
4.0
Rated by 121 Women
Rated 4.0 for Work-life balance and 4.0 for Job security
4.2
Rated by 1.4k Men
Rated 4.1 for Job security and 3.9 for Work-life balance

Work Policy at Indian Railways

based on 145 reviews in last 6 months
Work from office
72%
Hybrid
16%
Permanent work from home
12%

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Indian Railways Salaries

Indian Railways salaries have received with an average score of 3.9 out of 5 by 1.8k employees.

Senior Section Engineer

(234 salaries)
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₹6 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr

Junior Engineer

(168 salaries)
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₹3.8 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr

Loco Pilot

(61 salaries)
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₹5 L/yr - ₹18.7 L/yr

Junior Technical Associate

(40 salaries)
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₹3 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr

Data Entry Operator

(37 salaries)
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₹1.1 L/yr - ₹3.6 L/yr

Office Superintendent

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₹5 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr

Medical Officer

(26 salaries)
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₹6 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr

Supervisor

(20 salaries)
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₹1.5 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr

Station Manager

(20 salaries)
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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr

Junior Engineer Civil

(20 salaries)
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₹3 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr

Indian Railways News

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Maha Kumbh 2025: Rs 5,000 Crore Investment, 4X The Number Of Trains, Highlights Ashwini Vaishnaw

Bloomberg Quint | 27 Feb, 2025
Maha Kumbh 2025: Rs 5,000 Crore Investment, 4X The Number Of Trains, Highlights Ashwini Vaishnaw

Mumbai To Ahmedabad In 60 Minutes? India's First Hyperloop Test Track Completed

Bloomberg Quint | 25 Feb, 2025
Mumbai To Ahmedabad In 60 Minutes? India's First Hyperloop Test Track Completed

India Railways To Partner IIT-Madras To Build Air Mobility Solutions

Inc42 | 25 Feb, 2025
India Railways To Partner IIT-Madras To Build Air Mobility Solutions

Vaishnaw Announces Indian Railways-IIT Madras Tie-Up For Vertical Take-Off Vehicles

Bloomberg Quint | 25 Feb, 2025
Vaishnaw Announces Indian Railways-IIT Madras Tie-Up For Vertical Take-Off Vehicles

Indian Railways grants third sanction to IIT Madras for hyperloop commercialisation

HinduBusinessLine | 24 Feb, 2025
Indian Railways grants third sanction to IIT Madras for hyperloop commercialisation

Railtel Corp Share Price Rises As Company Fetches Order Worth Rs 288.15 Crore

Bloomberg Quint | 24 Feb, 2025
Railtel Corp Share Price Rises As Company Fetches Order Worth Rs 288.15 Crore

Bullet Train Project: Delays in train design & procurement slowdown progress; negotiations on with Japan 

HinduBusinessLine | 23 Feb, 2025
Bullet Train Project: Delays in train design & procurement slowdown progress; negotiations on with Japan 

Delhi High Court Orders Railways to Examine Passenger Limits, Platform Ticket Sales

Bloomberg Quint | 19 Feb, 2025
Delhi High Court Orders Railways to Examine Passenger Limits, Platform Ticket Sales

Mumbai Local Trains Enter Virtual Reality Era: Indian Railways Launches VR Training Program

XROM | 17 Feb, 2025
Mumbai Local Trains Enter Virtual Reality Era: Indian Railways Launches VR Training Program

Steel maker SAIL to set up new rail mill with $800 million investment: Chairman Prakash

HinduBusinessLine | 16 Feb, 2025
Steel maker SAIL to set up new rail mill with $800 million investment: Chairman Prakash
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Indian Railways FAQs

When was Indian Railways founded?
Indian Railways was founded in 1853. The company has been operating for 172 years primarily in the Railways sector.
Where is the Indian Railways headquarters located?
Indian Railways is headquartered in Delhi/NCR, Delhi.
How many employees does Indian Railways have in India?
Indian Railways currently has more than 11.8 Lakh+ employees in India. Production, Manufacturing & Engineering department appears to have the highest employee count in Indian Railways based on the number of reviews submitted on AmbitionBox.
Does Indian Railways have good work-life balance?
Indian Railways has a Work-Life Balance Rating of 3.9 out of 5 based on 1,800+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox. 80% employees rated Indian Railways 4 or above, while 20% employees rated it 3 or below on work-life balance. This indicates that the majority of employees feel a generally balanced work-life experience, with some opportunities for improvement based on the feedback. We encourage you to read Indian Railways work-life balance reviews for more details
Is Indian Railways good for career growth?
Career growth at Indian Railways is rated fairly well, with a promotions and appraisal rating of 3.6. 80% employees rated Indian Railways 4 or above, while 20% employees rated it 3 or below on promotions/appraisal. Though the sentiment is mixed for career growth, majority employees have rated it positively. We recommend reading Indian Railways promotions/appraisals reviews for more detailed insights.
What are the pros of working in Indian Railways?
Working at Indian Railways offers several advantages that make it an appealing place for employees. The company is highly rated for job security, company culture and salary & benefits, based on 1,800+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox.
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