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Indian Railways
4.2
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Company Summary
A state-owned enterprise managing rail transport in India, with historical significance and extensive network operations.
Overall Rating
4.2/5
based on 2k reviews
5% above
industry average
Highly rated for
Job security, Company culture, Salary
Work Policy
Work from office
68% employees reported
Monday to Saturday
55% employees reported
Flexible timing
51% employees reported
Within city
36% employees reported
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Top Employees Benefits
Office cab/shuttle
114 employees reported
Job/Soft skill training
99 employees reported
Child care facility
71 employees reported
Professional degree assistance
63 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 2k reviews
Overall Rating
4.2/5
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Job security
3.9
Company culture
3.9
Salary
3.9
Work-life balance
3.9
Skill development
3.9
Work satisfaction
3.6
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Indian Railways is rated 4.2 out of 5 stars on AmbitionBox, based on 2k 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 1.7k reviews
4.0
Rated by 137 Women
Rated 4.0 for Work-life balance and 4.0 for Salary
4.2
Rated by 1.5k Men
Rated 4.2 for Job security and 4.0 for Skill development
Work Policy at Indian Railways
based on 196 reviews in last 6 months
Work from office
68%
Hybrid
20%
Permanent work from home
12%
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Overall Rating | 4.2/5 based on 2k reviews | 4.7/5 based on 5.6k reviews | 3.8/5 based on 4.2k reviews | 4.0/5 based on 1.1k reviews |
Highly Rated for | Job security Skill development Work-life balance | Job security Skill development Salary | Job security Salary | Job security Salary |
Critically Rated for |  No critically rated category | No critically rated category | No critically rated category | No critically rated category |
Primary Work Policy | Work from office 68% employees reported | Work from office 67% employees reported | Work from office 81% employees reported | Work from office 80% employees reported |
Rating by Women Employees | 4.0 Good rated by 137 women | 4.4 Good rated by 90 women | 3.8 Good rated by 924 women | 4.1 Good rated by 130 women |
Rating by Men Employees | 4.2 Good rated by 1.5k men | 4.8 Excellent rated by 4.8k men | 3.8 Good rated by 2.9k men | 3.9 Good rated by 848 men |
Job security | 4.2 Good | 4.7 Excellent | 4.0 Good | 4.2 Good |
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Indian Railways Salaries
Indian Railways salaries have received with an average score of 3.9 out of 5 by 2k employees.
Senior Section Engineer
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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr
Junior Engineer
(192 salaries)
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₹3.5 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr
Loco Pilot
(54 salaries)
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₹5.6 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr
Data Entry Operator
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₹1.2 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr
Junior Technical Associate
(42 salaries)
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₹3 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr
Office Superintendent
(33 salaries)
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₹5 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr
Medical Officer
(28 salaries)
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₹6 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr
Supervisor
(20 salaries)
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₹1.5 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr
Mechanical Engineer
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₹1.1 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr
Station Manager
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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr
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Indian Railways’ award winning Lucky Yatra experiment derails
- The Central Railway introduced the Lucky Yatra initiative to curb ticketless travel on Mumbai's suburban railway network, where valid railway tickets could potentially turn into lottery tickets with cash rewards.
- The campaign, conducted in partnership with FCB Communication Pvt Ltd, required commuters to upload their ticket picture on www.luckyyatra.com to enter a daily or weekly cash prize draw.
- Despite winning awards at Cannes Lions 2025, only three passengers claimed the daily or weekly cash prize, leading to no substantial increase in ticket purchases.
- The Chief Public Relations Officer of Central Railway mentioned that the program has been halted due to the underwhelming response.
- Commuter associations criticized the lack of awareness among passengers about the initiative, suggesting that even a smaller cash prize could have incentivized ticket purchases.
- The Central Railway is considering whether to extend the program based on future assessments of the situation.
HinduBusinessLine | 20 Jun, 2025
Indian Railways’ award winning Lucky Yatra experiment derails
- The Central Railway introduced the Lucky Yatra initiative to curb ticketless travel on Mumbai's suburban railway network by turning valid tickets into lottery tickets with cash rewards.
- Only three passengers claimed the daily or weekly cash prize through www.luckyyatra.com despite the innovative campaign's success at Cannes Lions 2025.
- No significant increase in ticket purchases was observed compared to the previous year, leading to the suspension of the program.
- Commuter associations criticized the lack of awareness among passengers about the initiative, suggesting that better promotion could have increased participation.
- The program has been halted, with ongoing verification for the three individuals who claimed the rewards.
- The Central Railway is considering the possibility of extending the program based on future needs and assessments.
- The initiative, which won several awards, failed to generate the expected response from commuters.
- Swapnil Dhanraj Nila, the Chief Public Relations Officer of Central Railway, confirmed the suspension of the program.
- The innovative campaign relied on rewards rather than fines to encourage ticket purchases among railway passengers.
- The Lucky Yatra campaign aimed to provide cash incentives to passengers for buying valid railway tickets.
- The lack of awareness among passengers was cited as a key reason for the program's limited success.
- Commuter associations expressed surprise at not being informed about the initiative proactively to help spread the word among railway passengers.
- The zonal railway is evaluating the effectiveness of the Lucky Yatra initiative and considering potential extensions.
- The program's suspension follows the limited response from passengers despite the attractive cash prizes on offer.
- Central Railway partnered with FCB Communication Pvt Ltd for the innovative campaign that focused on rewarding ticket purchases.
- The initiative's suspension reflects the challenges in changing commuter behavior through incentive-based programs.
- Despite winning awards at Cannes Lions 2025, the Lucky Yatra experiment failed to achieve its intended impact.
HinduBusinessLine | 20 Jun, 2025
Tatkal Tickets: No Agent Bookings For First 30 Minutes — Check New IRCTC Rules
- Starting July 1, 2025, only users verified with Aadhaar can book Tatkal tickets on the IRCTC website and app.
- Indian Railways has introduced new rules for Tatkal ticket booking, with the main change being mandatory Aadhaar-based authentication to ensure fair booking for all users.
- Agents will be restricted from accessing the Tatkal portal during the first 30 minutes of booking to prevent exploitation and promote transparency.
- IRCTC's move is aimed at reforming the Tatkal ticket booking system due to technical glitches and high demands leading passengers to rely on agents who charge commissions.
- Complaints on social media platforms prompted this change, following which Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the introduction of an Aadhaar-based authentication system for Tatkal bookings.
- From July 15, 2025, Tatkal tickets booked at PRS counters or through agents will require OTP verification, sent to the mobile number provided during booking.
- To prevent bulk bookings, authorised agents will be restricted from booking Tatkal tickets during the first 30 minutes of the opening window.
- Restricted timings for agents are set from 10:00–10:30 a.m. for AC classes and 11:00–11:30 a.m. for non-AC classes.
- These changes are intended to increase transparency in Tatkal bookings and ensure genuine passengers benefit from the system.
Bloomberg Quint | 12 Jun, 2025
Adani Cement Named Lead Supplier For Construction Of World's Highest Railway Bridge In Chenab
- Adani Group's cement firms, comprising Ambuja Cements and ACC, were the lead cement suppliers with 65,000 tonnes for the construction of the world's highest railway arch bridge at Chenab in Jammu and Kashmir.
- The cement supplied was ordinary portland cement 43 Grade, known for its high strength, durability, and consistent quality, suitable for complex infrastructure exposed to extreme conditions.
- Adani Cement played a pivotal role in the construction of the Chenab bridge, showcasing India's infrastructure ambition.
- Vinod Bahety, Chief Executive Officer of Adani Group's Cement Business, expressed pride in contributing to a project that pushes engineering boundaries and aids national integration.
- At Adani Cement, the focus is on maintaining quality, consistency, and on-time delivery to support India's infrastructure growth.
- The project's execution was overseen by Indian Railways.
- The article includes a disclaimer that NDTV is a subsidiary of AMG Media Networks Limited, an Adani Group Company.
Bloomberg Quint | 11 Jun, 2025
Mumbai Train Accident: Railways To Launch New Non AC Trains This November—Check Details
- Mumbai will get new non-AC train coaches by November 2025 in response to a recent train accident where four passengers died and six were injured in Thane district.
- Railway Ministry decided to install automatic door closing facilities in coaches of all existing and new local trains for Mumbai Suburban to enhance safety measures.
- New non-AC trains will feature improved ventilation through design changes including louvres in doors, roof-mounted ventilation units, and vestibules for better air circulation and passenger movement.
- The first train of this new design is expected to be ready by November 2025 and put into service by January 2026 after necessary tests and certification.
Bloomberg Quint | 9 Jun, 2025
Frustrated With Tatkal Ticket Booking? Railways To Roll Out New Feature To Provide Relief To Genuine Users
- Indian Railways to introduce e-Aadhaar authentication for Tatkal ticket booking to ensure confirmed tickets for genuine users.
- The new system aims to help genuine passengers secure tickets efficiently during urgent travel needs and minimize fraud.
- The move follows the detection of suspicious activity in Tatkal booking system, including massive abuse resulting in disappearing tickets.
- To address the issue, Indian Railways deactivated suspicious user IDs, blocked domains, and lodged cybercrime complaints to crack down on exploitation.
Bloomberg Quint | 5 Jun, 2025
Indian Railways Uses AI-Powered Bot Mitigation To Deactivate 2.5 Crore Suspicious User IDs
- Indian Railways has deactivated 2.5 crore suspicious user IDs by using AI-powered bot mitigation.
- The new system has curbed unauthorized automated bookings by unscrupulous agents, improving accessibility for genuine users.
- The enhancements resulted in the highest-ever per-minute booking of 31,814 tickets on May 22.
- Systemic upgrades include the use of a leading content delivery network service provider, active detection of bot traffic through AI algorithms, and proactive deactivation of suspicious user IDs.
Bloomberg Quint | 4 Jun, 2025
Cherry on the rake: Red drupes from Kashmir’s orchards make their way to Mumbai
- A parcel train carrying freshly-plucked cherries from Kashmir reached Mumbai after a journey of nearly 2,000 km in around 30 hours, marking a milestone for horticulture exports.
- The train departed from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra station in Jammu with a consignment of 10 to 12 tonnes of cherries and arrived on time at Bandra Terminus in Mumbai.
- This initiative by Indian Railways aims to provide faster and safer transport for perishable produce from Jammu and Kashmir to markets across India, benefiting farmers and reducing losses due to spoilage during transit.
- Cherries, a significant part of the Valley's horticulture sector, are grown on around 2,800 hectares in Jammu and Kashmir, with annual production of 12,000 to 14,000 tonnes, generating revenues of ₹150 to ₹175 crore.
HinduBusinessLine | 2 Jun, 2025
Indian Railways ready to create a sandbox for encouraging startups: Ashwini Vaishnaw
- Indian Railways, led by Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, is preparing to establish a sandbox to promote start-ups.
- A sandbox provides a secure space for businesses to experiment with reduced regulatory and legal risks, allowing them to test new ideas and scale up innovations.
- The upcoming sandbox policy will enable new innovative concepts to be tested on a small scale before expanding to larger initiatives.
- Indian Railways' engagement with start-ups through initiatives like 'Startups for Railways' has shown promising results, with numerous entities and innovators collaborating to drive innovation in the sector.
Startup Pedia | 30 May, 2025
Railways readying policy for instituting a sandbox to encourage start-ups: Vaishnaw
- Indian Railways is preparing a policy to introduce a sandbox environment to promote start-ups, allowing innovative ideas to be tested in a safe space before scaling up.
- The initiative is aimed at leveraging the success of integrating start-ups into Railway procurement processes, with positive outcomes observed over the past one and a half years.
- As part of the 'Startups for Railways' program, around 3166 entities have been registered on the innovation portal, including startups, individual innovators, MSMEs, R&D organizations, and more.
- A total of 15 problem statements, amounting to 23 Innovation Projects worth over Rs 43 crore, have been awarded grants by the Railways, demonstrating a significant push towards fostering innovation in the sector.
HinduBusinessLine | 29 May, 2025
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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 1,900+ 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 and cons of working in Indian Railways?
Working at Indian Railways comes with several advantages and disadvantages. It is highly rated for job security, company culture and salary & benefits. However, it is poorly rated for promotions / appraisal, based on 1,900+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox.
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