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Grant of Notional Higher Pay Level to Running Staff: Railway Board RBE No. 98/2024

Date of Issue: October 15, 2024
Reference: RBE No. 98/2024
Source: Ministry of Railways, Government of India

📋 RBE No. 98/2024 Overview

The Railway Board has issued RBE No. 98/2024 regarding the grant of a notional higher Pay Level to Running Staff for the limited purpose of Pass and PTO (Privileged Ticket Order) entitlement. This decision follows discussions held in the Board Meeting on September 4, 2024, and is based on previous correspondence regarding Pay Levels and entitlements.

📌 Key Details

Notional Higher Pay Level:
- The notional higher Pay Level will be granted to various categories of Running Staff. This adjustment is in accordance with Rule 2(j)(ii) of the Railway Servants (Pass) Rules, 1986 (Second Edition-1993), reflecting the higher Grade Pay allocated during the 6th CPC regime.
Implementation Date:
- The instructions will take effect from January 1, 2016, aligning with the implementation of the 7th CPC recommendations.
Impact on Retired/Deceased Staff:
- For Running Staff who have retired or deceased during the interim period, their Post Retirement Complimentary or Widow Pass entitlements may be recalibrated to reflect the notional higher Pay Level, if this proves beneficial.
Limited Purpose:
- It is crucial to note that this adjustment in Pay Level is solely for Pass/PTO entitlement. It will not confer any additional benefits or purposes beyond this specific adjustment.

📜 Reference Letters

The decision is influenced by prior communications, including:

Board’s letters

These letters provided the context and framework for the current adjustments regarding Running Staff.

Notional Higher Pay Levels for Running Staff: Annexure Details

The following table outlines the notional higher Grade Pay (GP) and Pay Level in the Pay Matrix (PLPM) allotted to various categories of Running Staff, as per the Railway Board’s letter No. E(W)2020/PS5-1/7 dated October 15, 2024.

SN	Category of Staff	6th CPC Grade Pay (GP)	Notional Higher GP Allotted During 6th CPC	7th CPC Pay Level in Pay Matrix (PLPM)	Notional Higher PLPM
1	Second Fireman	₹1800	₹2400	1	4
2	Asstt. Loco Pilot (Diesel/Elec.)/Sr. Second Fireman/Asstt. Guard/Brakesman	₹1900	₹2400	2	4
3	Sr. ALP (Diesel/Elec.)/Loco Pilot (Shunting) Gr.II/Sr. FM-1/Sr. Brakesman/Sr. Asstt. Guard	₹2400	₹4200	4	6
4	Goods Guard & Tower Wagon Driver	₹2800	₹4200	5	6
5	Loco Pilot (Shunting) Gr.I/LP (Goods)/Sr. Goods Guard/Sr. Passenger Guard	₹4200	₹4600	6	7
6	Loco Pilot (Passenger)/Sr. Motorman/Mail Express Guard	₹4200	₹4600	6	7
7	Loco Pilot (Mail)	₹4200	₹4600	6	7

🚦 Conclusion

This directive aims to ensure that Running Staff receive appropriate Pass and PTO entitlements, reflecting their service and the adjustments made during the transition to the 7th CPC. The Railway Board emphasizes that this notional increase is a limited measure aimed specifically at entitlements and does not extend to other benefits.

For further information or clarification, the General Managers and relevant authorities are advised to refer to the attached annexure and previous letters cited in the reference.