Seniority within a batch is determined by combining the marks obtained in the UPSC competitive examination (weighted at 80%) and the marks obtained during the probationary training period at the National Academy of Indian Railways (NAIR) and specialized institutes (weighted at 20%).
: The original parent zone or current administrative railway unit the officer belongs to (e.g., NR, WR, SER, CR, ECR).
: This includes Direct Recruits through the Engineering Services Examination (ESE).
The Indian Railway Board maintains the list by grouping officers into different categories.
Officers inducted directly into Group ‘A’ Junior Scale through the Engineering Services Examination (ESE) conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
: Official papers often reference RBE-33/2018 , which outlines the principles for determining relative seniority between Group 'B' and Group 'A' officers upon permanent promotion.
The seniority list is much more than a directory of names; it dictates the operational ecosystem of tax administration in India.
Note: Promotions are typically held annually, and the seniority list is finalized before these meetings to ensure transparency. 5. Where to Access the Official IRSS Seniority List?
The inter-se seniority of officers is generally governed by Para 330 of the Indian Railway Establishment Manual (IREM) , Volume-I.
: This refers to the relative rank of officers within the same batch. If multiple batches are merged or officers are promoted from Group 'B' to Group 'A' (Promotee Officers), their placement is fixed based on specific formulas in the Indian Railway Establishment Manual (IREM) Career Progression
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An IRSS officer's movement up the seniority list corresponds directly with transitions through various pay matrices and responsibility levels. Below is the typical career progression track: Junior Scale
: The IRMS (Stores) Promotion Panel 2025 is one of the most recent updates for officers promoted from Group 'B' to Group 'A'. ⚖️ Seniority Principles
