Indian Railways is one of the largest networks in the world, which gives jobs to millions of people in different categories. The necessary workforce in the Indian Railways includes train driver, officially known as a loco pilot, which plays an important role in ensuring smooth and safe operation of trains. The salary of the loco pilot varies depending on the experience, rank and allowances. In this article, we are going to tell about the salary and selection process of train drivers in Indian Railways.
How much salary is loco pilot
According to reports, salary depends according to the experience of the loco pilot. An assistant loco pilot gets a monthly salary ranging from Rs 25,000 to 35,000. On the other hand, an experienced loco pilot has a salary of up to 1,00,000 per month. Along with this, railway employees are also provided allowances, allowance and other facilities.
What qualifications are required for Loco Pilot?
– The candidate is required to pass 12th from 50% marks from any recognized board.
– Candidates should have ITI certificate, which belongs to his trade.
– At the same time, diploma or graduation is also very important for some posts of railway.
Recruitment process for loco pilot
It does not have any direct recruitment. For this, the candidate is named as Assistant Loco Pilot. After this, rigorous training is given. Only after training and experience, they get the post of loco pilot and are given the responsibility of running the train. For more information, let us know that for the post of loco pilot, a computer based test has to be given in the first phase. Subsequently, advanced level examination and psychometric test are both. In the last phase, document verification and medical test have to be given.
