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What is defined as an allowance for time worked beyond the prescribed hours of employment?
What is defined as an allowance for time worked beyond the prescribed hours of employment?
- Performance bonus
- Shift allowance
- Overtime allowance (correct)
- Gratuity allowance
Which classes of staff are obligated to receive overtime allowance?
Which classes of staff are obligated to receive overtime allowance?
- Staff called upon to work beyond prescribed hours (correct)
- Only staff in workshops declared as factories
- Only supervisors and management staff
- All railway staff without exception
What specifies the obligation of railway administration to pay overtime allowance?
What specifies the obligation of railway administration to pay overtime allowance?
- The Railway Employees Union Agreement
- The Indian Labor Act
- Internal Railway Policy Documents
- The Railway servants Hours of Employment Regulations (correct)
For employees in specified printing presses, how is the half-hourly rate of wages defined?
For employees in specified printing presses, how is the half-hourly rate of wages defined?
How much additional percentage is added to the overtime pay over the monthly rate of pay?
How much additional percentage is added to the overtime pay over the monthly rate of pay?
Which of the following is NOT eligible for overtime allowance under the outlined regulations?
Which of the following is NOT eligible for overtime allowance under the outlined regulations?
What constitutes the reckoning of half an hour in overtime calculation?
What constitutes the reckoning of half an hour in overtime calculation?
What is the running allowance for staff officiating in a running post for 30 days or less, compared to their lower grade pay?
What is the running allowance for staff officiating in a running post for 30 days or less, compared to their lower grade pay?
How is the pay fixed for staff officiating in a stationary post for more than 30 days?
How is the pay fixed for staff officiating in a stationary post for more than 30 days?
What does Kilometreage Allowance (KMA) compensate for?
What does Kilometreage Allowance (KMA) compensate for?
How much allowance do Chief Loco Inspectors receive for Kilometreage while on duty?
How much allowance do Chief Loco Inspectors receive for Kilometreage while on duty?
What is the allowance in lieu of Kilometreage (ALK) for Chief Loco Inspectors while employed outside their headquarters?
What is the allowance in lieu of Kilometreage (ALK) for Chief Loco Inspectors while employed outside their headquarters?
Which activity does NOT qualify for the allowance in lieu of Kilometreage?
Which activity does NOT qualify for the allowance in lieu of Kilometreage?
Which of the following is recognized as a valid journey for receiving the allowance?
Which of the following is recognized as a valid journey for receiving the allowance?
What is one of the specific conditions under which the allowance can be claimed?
What is one of the specific conditions under which the allowance can be claimed?
Which of the following situations involves a duty that confers the grant of the allowance?
Which of the following situations involves a duty that confers the grant of the allowance?
To receive the allowance when undergoing a sterilization operation, which requirement must be met?
To receive the allowance when undergoing a sterilization operation, which requirement must be met?
Which of these meetings can lead to the grant of allowance in lieu of Kilometreage?
Which of these meetings can lead to the grant of allowance in lieu of Kilometreage?
Under what condition can Drivers and Firemen receive the allowance?
Under what condition can Drivers and Firemen receive the allowance?
What role does special casual leave play in claiming the allowance?
What role does special casual leave play in claiming the allowance?
Which type of emergency duty might allow for the granting of this allowance?
Which type of emergency duty might allow for the granting of this allowance?
Which group is NOT mentioned in the instances for allowance recognition?
Which group is NOT mentioned in the instances for allowance recognition?
Who among the following is entitled to an overtime allowance under rule 1505?
Who among the following is entitled to an overtime allowance under rule 1505?
What condition must be met for employees to receive a consolidated monthly allowance?
What condition must be met for employees to receive a consolidated monthly allowance?
Which of the following roles is considered as part of the running staff?
Which of the following roles is considered as part of the running staff?
What does the running allowance not include?
What does the running allowance not include?
Which specific type of staff is excluded from being classified under 'drivers' for running allowances?
Which specific type of staff is excluded from being classified under 'drivers' for running allowances?
At the discretion of whom can employees be granted an overtime allowance?
At the discretion of whom can employees be granted an overtime allowance?
On what basis is the running allowance calculated?
On what basis is the running allowance calculated?
Which of the following is NOT included in the definition of running staff?
Which of the following is NOT included in the definition of running staff?
What role do assistants-guards play in the running staff category?
What role do assistants-guards play in the running staff category?
What conditions must be met for the Breach of Rest Allowance to be granted to Running Staff?
What conditions must be met for the Breach of Rest Allowance to be granted to Running Staff?
Which category of Running Staff is not eligible for the Breach of Rest Allowance?
Which category of Running Staff is not eligible for the Breach of Rest Allowance?
How is the Breach of Rest Allowance calculated for staff working less than the prescribed rest hours?
How is the Breach of Rest Allowance calculated for staff working less than the prescribed rest hours?
What triggers the eligibility for a special compensatory allowance for Running Staff?
What triggers the eligibility for a special compensatory allowance for Running Staff?
When is a special compensatory allowance applicable for Running Staff regarding train delays?
When is a special compensatory allowance applicable for Running Staff regarding train delays?
Which option correctly describes the rounding off of less than half an hour in the context of Breach of Rest Allowance?
Which option correctly describes the rounding off of less than half an hour in the context of Breach of Rest Allowance?
In which situation can Running Staff not receive special compensatory allowances?
In which situation can Running Staff not receive special compensatory allowances?
How does the allowance for breach of rest function for periods of half an hour or more?
How does the allowance for breach of rest function for periods of half an hour or more?
What is the purpose of granting a Breach of Rest Allowance?
What is the purpose of granting a Breach of Rest Allowance?
What is true regarding the eligibility of Running Staff for the Breach of Rest Allowance?
What is true regarding the eligibility of Running Staff for the Breach of Rest Allowance?
What percentage is added to the pay for running staff officiating in a running post for 30 days or less?
What percentage is added to the pay for running staff officiating in a running post for 30 days or less?
How is the pay fixed for running staff who are officiating in a stationary post for more than 30 days?
How is the pay fixed for running staff who are officiating in a stationary post for more than 30 days?
What should be the Kilometreage Allowance (KMA) rate for Chief Loco Inspectors while on foot plate duties?
What should be the Kilometreage Allowance (KMA) rate for Chief Loco Inspectors while on foot plate duties?
What is the allowance in lieu of Kilometreage (ALK) for Chief Loco Inspectors while employed beyond their headquarters?
What is the allowance in lieu of Kilometreage (ALK) for Chief Loco Inspectors while employed beyond their headquarters?
For which duration does the higher pay rules apply for staff officiating in running posts?
For which duration does the higher pay rules apply for staff officiating in running posts?
Under which condition is a railway administration required to pay overtime allowance according to Chapter 15?
Under which condition is a railway administration required to pay overtime allowance according to Chapter 15?
How is the half-hourly rate of wages determined for employees in certain printing presses?
How is the half-hourly rate of wages determined for employees in certain printing presses?
Which statement about the calculation of overtime payment is accurate?
Which statement about the calculation of overtime payment is accurate?
What constitutes the reckoning for overtime in terms of partial hours worked?
What constitutes the reckoning for overtime in terms of partial hours worked?
Which of the following groups is explicitly excluded from receiving overtime allowances?
Which of the following groups is explicitly excluded from receiving overtime allowances?
What is a prerequisite for receiving overtime allowances when employed in declared factories?
What is a prerequisite for receiving overtime allowances when employed in declared factories?
How is the overtime pay structured for employees working in ex-East Indian and Eastern Bengal Railway printing presses?
How is the overtime pay structured for employees working in ex-East Indian and Eastern Bengal Railway printing presses?
Which of the following scenarios qualifies for the grant of an allowance in lieu of Kilometreage?
Which of the following scenarios qualifies for the grant of an allowance in lieu of Kilometreage?
Which condition must be satisfied for an employee to claim the allowance for attending an athletic contest?
Which condition must be satisfied for an employee to claim the allowance for attending an athletic contest?
What duty performed is explicitly excluded from receiving an allowance in lieu of Kilometreage?
What duty performed is explicitly excluded from receiving an allowance in lieu of Kilometreage?
Which of the following duties is not classified as an emergency duty conferring the allowance?
Which of the following duties is not classified as an emergency duty conferring the allowance?
Which instance allows for a claim of allowance while appearing in a Hindi examination?
Which instance allows for a claim of allowance while appearing in a Hindi examination?
What specific activity is included for Drivers and Firemen to receive the Kilometreage allowance?
What specific activity is included for Drivers and Firemen to receive the Kilometreage allowance?
Which of the following scenarios might not justify the grant of the allowance when attending court as a witness?
Which of the following scenarios might not justify the grant of the allowance when attending court as a witness?
Which of the following is a recognized circumstance for receiving allowance when engaged in military training?
Which of the following is a recognized circumstance for receiving allowance when engaged in military training?
Which of the following duties performed in emergencies does NOT confer a grant of the allowance?
Which of the following duties performed in emergencies does NOT confer a grant of the allowance?
Which action relates to the allowance for medical and departmental examinations?
Which action relates to the allowance for medical and departmental examinations?
Under which circumstance can a consolidated monthly allowance be granted to staff?
Under which circumstance can a consolidated monthly allowance be granted to staff?
Which group of staff qualifies for the running allowance as outlined?
Which group of staff qualifies for the running allowance as outlined?
Which of the following is included in the definition of 'running staff'?
Which of the following is included in the definition of 'running staff'?
What type of allowance does not fall under the definition of the running allowance?
What type of allowance does not fall under the definition of the running allowance?
What does the term 'Kilometreage allowance' base its calculations on?
What does the term 'Kilometreage allowance' base its calculations on?
Which of the following roles is not explicitly mentioned as part of the running staff?
Which of the following roles is not explicitly mentioned as part of the running staff?
What is a condition that might lead to the receipt of a Breach of Rest Allowance?
What is a condition that might lead to the receipt of a Breach of Rest Allowance?
Which specific staff members may not qualify for the allowance in lieu of Kilometreage?
Which specific staff members may not qualify for the allowance in lieu of Kilometreage?
Which situation would NOT qualify for special compensatory allowances for Running Staff?
Which situation would NOT qualify for special compensatory allowances for Running Staff?
Which type of allowance is provided to the running staff for completing duties in higher grades?
Which type of allowance is provided to the running staff for completing duties in higher grades?
Which circumstance warrants the grant of a waiting duty allowance?
Which circumstance warrants the grant of a waiting duty allowance?
What type of allowances compensates for out-of-pocket expenses incurred at out-stations?
What type of allowances compensates for out-of-pocket expenses incurred at out-stations?
Which allowance is applicable when running staff perform non-running duties?
Which allowance is applicable when running staff perform non-running duties?
For which of the following types of duties can a Kilometreage Allowance be granted?
For which of the following types of duties can a Kilometreage Allowance be granted?
Which scenario does NOT qualify as a condition for receiving the Breach of Rest Allowance?
Which scenario does NOT qualify as a condition for receiving the Breach of Rest Allowance?
Which of these allowances is specifically provided for the performance of shunting en route?
Which of these allowances is specifically provided for the performance of shunting en route?
What is the primary function of the Kilometreage Allowance for running staff?
What is the primary function of the Kilometreage Allowance for running staff?
Which category does NOT represent a type of allowance granted to running staff?
Which category does NOT represent a type of allowance granted to running staff?
Under which circumstance may a running staff member receive a special compensatory allowance?
Under which circumstance may a running staff member receive a special compensatory allowance?
Flashcards
Overtime Allowance
Overtime Allowance
Compensation paid to railway staff for working beyond scheduled hours.
Railway Servants Hours of Employment Regulations
Railway Servants Hours of Employment Regulations
Rules specifying staff categories needing overtime payment when exceeding prescribed hours.
Factories Act, 1948
Factories Act, 1948
Law determining overtime eligibility for staff in workshops or printing presses.
Overtime Pay Rate
Overtime Pay Rate
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Half-hourly Overtime Basis
Half-hourly Overtime Basis
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Half-hour Rate Calculation
Half-hour Rate Calculation
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Overtime Allowance for Half Hours
Overtime Allowance for Half Hours
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Allowance in lieu of Kilometreage
Allowance in lieu of Kilometreage
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Transfer Journeys
Transfer Journeys
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Joining Time
Joining Time
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Attending Enquirer/Law Courts
Attending Enquirer/Law Courts
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Attending Departmental Enquiries
Attending Departmental Enquiries
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Ambulance Classes
Ambulance Classes
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Volunteer Duty
Volunteer Duty
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Railway Institute Meetings
Railway Institute Meetings
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Welfare and Debt Committees
Welfare and Debt Committees
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Staff Benefit Fund and Staff Loans Fund
Staff Benefit Fund and Staff Loans Fund
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Overtime Allowance for Non-Entitled Staff
Overtime Allowance for Non-Entitled Staff
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Consolidated Monthly Overtime Allowance
Consolidated Monthly Overtime Allowance
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Running Allowance
Running Allowance
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Kilometreage Allowance
Kilometreage Allowance
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Who is 'Running Staff'?
Who is 'Running Staff'?
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Special Compensatory Allowances
Special Compensatory Allowances
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Drivers
Drivers
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Shunters
Shunters
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Firemen
Firemen
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Breach of Rest Allowance
Breach of Rest Allowance
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Running Staff
Running Staff
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Prescribed Rest Hours
Prescribed Rest Hours
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Outstation
Outstation
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Headquarters
Headquarters
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Shunting Duty
Shunting Duty
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Running Room Facilities
Running Room Facilities
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Detention at Outstation
Detention at Outstation
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Temporary Deputation
Temporary Deputation
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Officiating Allowance
Officiating Allowance
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Running Staff Pay
Running Staff Pay
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Kilometreage Allowance (KMA)
Kilometreage Allowance (KMA)
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Allowance in Lieu of Kilometreage (ALK)
Allowance in Lieu of Kilometreage (ALK)
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Chief Loco Inspector's Allowance
Chief Loco Inspector's Allowance
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What is overtime allowance?
What is overtime allowance?
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Who gets overtime allowance?
Who gets overtime allowance?
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Overtime for printing press workers?
Overtime for printing press workers?
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How is overtime calculated?
How is overtime calculated?
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What are running allowances?
What are running allowances?
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What is kilometreage allowance?
What is kilometreage allowance?
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What are special compensatory allowances?
What are special compensatory allowances?
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Overtime for Non-Entitled Staff
Overtime for Non-Entitled Staff
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Consolidated Monthly Overtime
Consolidated Monthly Overtime
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Drivers (in 'Running Staff')
Drivers (in 'Running Staff')
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Shunters (in 'Running Staff')
Shunters (in 'Running Staff')
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Firemen (in 'Running Staff')
Firemen (in 'Running Staff')
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Running Staff Allowances
Running Staff Allowances
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Waiting Duty Allowance
Waiting Duty Allowance
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Shunting Duty Allowance
Shunting Duty Allowance
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Specially Arduous Running Duties
Specially Arduous Running Duties
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Less Arduous Duties
Less Arduous Duties
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Study Notes
Overtime and Running Allowances for Group C & D Railway Servants
- Rules for overtime and running allowances are outlined
- Overtime allowance is for work exceeding prescribed hours
- Railway employment regulations dictate overtime allowances
- Factories Act (1948) dictates overtime for some employees
- Overtime pay for Eastern Railway printing press employees is at half-hourly rates (25% above monthly rate)
- Chargemen, assistant chargemen, and other employees may receive overtime allowance at General Manager's discretion for work exceeding normal hours or on Sundays/holidays
- Consolidated monthly overtime allowance may be given to employees consistently working overtime
- Running allowance is given for work directly related to train movement, excluding special compensatory allowances.
- Running allowance is calculated per 100 kilometers
Loco Staff
- Loco staff includes drivers (excluding shunters), shunters, firemen (including diesel assistants and electric assistants), and second firemen.
Traffic Staff
- Traffic staff includes guards, assistants-guards, and brakesmen
Types of Allowances
- Kilometreage allowance, allowance in lieu of Kilometreage, breach of rest allowance, special compensatory allowances.
- Officiating allowance for higher grade duties, and waiting duty allowance
- Kilometreage allowance for running duties
- Specially arduous running duties include slow moving trains, department trains, and trial engines
- Allowance in Lieu of Kilometreage for non-running staff duties in railway service
- Breach of Rest Allowance is given to staff who return to headquarters before completion of 16 or 12 hrs rest (depending on duty length) or are delayed by more than 15 hours at outstations.
- Special compensatory allowances are for outstation expenses
- Officiating Allowance is for staff temporarily taking higher grade posts.
Allowances for Chief Loco Inspectors
- Running allowance for Loco Inspectors involved in loco running staff training and monitoring
- Types of allowances for the chief Loco Inspectors are listed
Allowances for Loco Pilots
- Allowance in lieu of Kilometreage (ALK) of 120 kilometers is admissible for Loco Pilots drafted to perform duties of Crew Controllers/Power Controllers/Traction Loco Controllers
- No other special allowances are admissible to Loco Pilots in these capacities unless supported by the Railway Board
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