The Railway Protection Force (RPF) initiated the recruitment process for Constables in 2024, offering 4,208 vacancies. The application window was open from April 15 to May 14, 2024.
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RPF Constable Application Status 2025
Eligibility Criteria:
- Age Limit: Candidates aged between 18 and 28 years as of July 1, 2024, were eligible to apply. RPF
- Educational Qualification: Applicants were required to have completed their 10th standard (Matriculation) from a recognized board. RPF
Application Process:
The application process was conducted online through the official RPF recruitment portal. Candidates needed to register, fill in personal and educational details, upload necessary documents, and pay the applicable fee.
Application Fee:
- General and OBC Candidates: ₹500 (₹400 refunded after appearing in the CBT).
- SC/ST, Female, Ex-Servicemen, Minorities, and Economically Backward Class Candidates: ₹250 (fully refunded after appearing in the CBT).
Selection Process:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT): The exam comprised 120 multiple-choice questions covering General Awareness (50 questions), Arithmetic (35 questions), and General Intelligence & Reasoning (35 questions). The duration was 90 minutes, with a negative marking of 1/3rd for each incorrect answer.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Measurement Test (PMT): Candidates who qualified in the CBT were called for PET and PMT. The PET included events like running, long jump, and high jump. The PMT assessed height, chest (for males), and weight measurements.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates underwent document verification to confirm eligibility.
Important Dates
- Application Begin : 15/04/2024
- Last Date for Apply Online : 14/05/2024
- Last Date Online Payment : 14/05/2024
- Correction Date: 15-24 May 2024
- Re Open Fees Payment: 18-20 May 2024
- Re Upload Photo / Signature: 15-17 June 2024
- SI Application Status: 30/09/2024
- RPF Constable Exam Date: As per Schedule
- SI Exam Date: 02-13 December 2024
- RPF SI Answer Key Available : 17/12/2024
- RPF Constable Status Available: 17/01/2025
Admit Card:
Admit cards for the CBT are expected to be available 7-10 days before the exam date. Candidates can download them from the official website using their registration credentials.
Application Status:
As of January 17, 2025, candidates can check their application status on the official RPF recruitment website by logging into their accounts.
Exam Pattern Details
Understanding the exam pattern is vital for effective preparation. The CBT comprises:
- Total Questions: 120
- Total Marks: 120
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each incorrect answer
The questions are distributed as follows:
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| Arithmetic | 35 | 35 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 35 | 35 |
the physical eligibility details for the RPF (Railway Protection Force) Constable & Sub Inspector Exam 2024:
| Category | Height (cm) | Chest (cm) (Only for Male Candidates) | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male – General/OBC | 165 | 80 (Unexpanded) | 85 (Expanded) |
| Male – SC/ST | 160 | 76 (Unexpanded) | 81 (Expanded) |
| Male – Hill Regions | 163 | 80 (Unexpanded) | 85 (Expanded) |
| Female – General/OBC | 157 | Not Applicable | Proportionate to height and age |
| Female – SC/ST | 152 | Not Applicable | Proportionate to height and age |
| Female – Hill Regions | 155 | Not Applicable | Proportionate to height and age |
Preparation Tips:
- Syllabus Familiarity: Understand the detailed syllabus for each section of the CBT.
- Practice Tests: Regularly attempt mock tests to gauge preparation levels.
- Physical Fitness: Maintain a regular fitness regimen to meet PET standards.
For the most accurate and updated information, candidates should regularly visit the official RPF recruitment website
Important links
| Check Constable Application Status | Click Here | |||||||
| Download Answer Key | Click Here | |||||||
| Download Answer Key Notice | Click Here | |||||||
| Check Exam City / Download Admit Card | Click Here | |||||||
| Free Mocktest Practice | Click Here | |||||||
| Download Revised Exam Notice | Click Here | |||||||
| Download New Exam Notice | Click Here | |||||||
| Check SI Application Status | Click Here | |||||||
| Download SI Application Status Notice | Click Here | |||||||
| For Re Upload Photo / Signature | Click Here | |||||||
| Fee Payment and Correction / Edit Form | Click Here | |||||||
| Download Re Open Fees Payment Notice | Click Here | |||||||
| Apply Online | Click Here | |||||||
| Download Notification (English) | Constable | Sub Inspector | |||||||
| Download Notification (Hindi) | Constable | Sub Inspector | |||||||
| Download Official Short Notice | Click Here | |||||||
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