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CEN-RPF-01/2026

RPF Sub-Inspector & Constable Recruitment Examination 2026

Mode: Online Computer Based Test (CBT)
Stages: 2 Stages Selection
State: Delhi (NCT)
Official Scheme & Overview

About the Examination

National competitive examination for Sub-Inspectors (Executive) and Constables in the Railway Protection Force (RPF) and RPSF.

Selection Pattern Overview

Computer Based Test (120 marks) followed by Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Physical Measurement Test (PMT), and Document Verification.

Multi-Tier Evaluation

Examination Stages & Marks Distribution

Detailed tier-by-tier breakdown of test duration, total marks, qualifying cutoffs, and mode.

1

Stage I: Preliminary Screening / CBT

scheduled
Test Mode

online cbt

Duration

120 Mins

Total Marks

200 Marks

Qualifying Min

66 Marks

2

Stage II: Main Examination / Skill Test

upcoming
Test Mode

pen paper

Duration

180 Mins

Total Marks

300 Marks

Qualifying Min

100 Marks

Curriculum & Evaluation

Syllabus & Marking Guidelines

Syllabus Breakdown

General Awareness (50 marks), Arithmetic (35 marks), General Intelligence & Reasoning (35 marks) - 120 Questions total.

Marking & Negative Marking Rules

1/3rd mark deduction for every incorrect response.

Candidate Eligibility

Eligibility, Age & Educational Qualifications

Age Limit

18 to 28 Years

Permissible Attempts

Unlimited

Nationality

Citizen of India

Educational Qualification Details:

SI: Graduation from a recognized University. Constable: 10th pass or equivalent.

Category-Wise Age Relaxation:

Standard relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD as per government rules.

Important Dates

Milestone Timeline

Application Last Date

Concluded
14 May 2026

RPF CBT Examination Window

Upcoming
2 Sept 2026

Application Fee Structure

General / Unreserved:500
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer):500
EWS (Economically Weaker):500
SC / ST Candidates:250 (Exempted)
Female & PwD Candidates:250 (Exempted)
Verified Public Information

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