The RPF Constable exam is being administered by the Railway Recruitment Board from March 2–18, 2025. The admission card for the exam, which is set for March 2, 2025, is available for download. Continue reading this article for more information.
RPF Notification 2024–2025 to fill 4,660 positions in the Railway Protection Force as sub-inspectors and constables. CBT, PMT/PET, and document verification will be used to choose the candidates. Those who qualified will now go for the Physical Test and Document Verification after the RRB recently issued the RPF SI CBT results. For comprehensive information on the exam schedule, candidates are urged to read this article.
RPF Recruitment 2024–25: Constable & Sub Inspector
Overview
Overview| Organization | Railway Protection Force (RPF) |
|---|---|
| Posts | Constable (4208), Sub Inspector (452) |
| Advertisement Nos. | CEN No. RPF 01/2024 & RPF 02/2024 |
| Mode of Exam | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Location | All India |
| Official Website | rpf.indianrailways.gov.in |
Important Dates
Important Dates| Event | Dates | Admit Card |
|---|---|---|
| SI Exam | 2, 3, 9, 12, 13 Dec 2024 | 28 Nov 2024 |
| Constable Exam | 2 – 18 Mar 2025 | 27 Feb 2025 |
| PET/PMT (Constable) | To Be Announced | Before Test |
Vacancy Details
Vacancy DetailsRPF Constable (Total: 4208)
| Category | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| UR | 1450 | 256 |
| SC | 536 | 95 |
| ST | 268 | 47 |
| OBC | 966 | 170 |
| EWS | 357 | 63 |
RPF Sub Inspector (Total: 452)
| Category | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| UR | 157 | 28 |
| SC | 57 | 10 |
| ST | 28 | 5 |
| OBC | 104 | 18 |
| EWS | 38 | 7 |
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility Criteria- Constable: 10th pass, Age: 18–25 years
- Sub Inspector: Graduation in any stream, Age: 20–25 years
Selection Process
Selection Process- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Exam Pattern (CBT)
Exam Pattern (CBT)- Duration: 90 minutes
- Total Questions: 120 (MCQ type)
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd per wrong answer
- Constable Level: 10th Class | SI Level: Graduation
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Arithmetic | 35 | 35 |
| Reasoning | 35 | 35 |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)Constable
| Gender | Run | Long Jump | High Jump |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 1600m in 5:45 min | 14 ft | 4 ft |
| Female | 800m in 3:40 min | 9 ft | 3 ft |
Sub Inspector
| Gender | Run | Long Jump | High Jump |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 1600m in 6:30 min | 12 ft | 3’9″ |
| Female | 800m in 4:00 min | 9 ft | 3 ft |
Physical Measurement Test
Physical Measurement Test| Category | Height (cm) | Chest (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| UR/OBC | 165 | 80/85 |
| SC/ST | 160 | 76.2/81.2 |
| Hill/Tribal | 163 | 80/85 |
Syllabus Overview
Syllabus Overview- General Awareness: Current Affairs, History, Polity, Geography, Science, Static GK
- Arithmetic: Percentages, Profit & Loss, SI/CI, Averages, Time & Distance
- Reasoning: Analogy, Series, Coding-Decoding, Directions, Puzzles
Salary Structure
Salary Structure| Post | Pay Level | Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Sub Inspector | Level 6 | ₹35,400 |
| Constable | Level 3 | ₹21,700 |
Exam Day Guidelines
Exam Day Guidelines- Reach exam centre before reporting time.
- Do not carry restricted items like books, calculators, or electronic devices.
- Carry admit card and photo ID proof.
Preparation Tips
Preparation Tips- Understand exam pattern and syllabus thoroughly.
- Create a study plan covering all subjects.
- Practice previous year papers and mock tests.
- Stay updated with current affairs, especially Railway-related news.
- Focus on physical fitness for PET/PMT rounds.
For full notifications, visit: rpf.indianrailways.gov.in