The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced the RPF (Railway Protection Force) Recruitment 2024 to fill 4660 vacancies for the positions of Constables and Sub-Inspectors. Both male and female candidates were eligible to apply.
The exam is expected to be held between August and September 2024, though the exact date has not yet been announced. The release date for the RPF Constable admit cards will also be announced in due course. It is crucial for candidates to regularly check the official website to stay informed about the latest notifications and ensure they do not miss any important updates regarding the admit card release and examination dates.
Railway Protection Force Admit Card 2024
| Conducting Body | Railway Protection Force, Railway Protection Special Force |
| Post Names | Sub-Inspectors, Constables |
| Vacancies | Total: 4660 (SI: 452, Constable: 4208) |
| Advertisement Numbers | CEN Number RPF 01/2024 (SI), CEN Number RPF 02/2024 (Constable) |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
| Admit Card Date | To be announced |
| Official Website | rrbapply.gov.in |
The application process for these posts started on 15th April 2024 and ended on 14th May 2024. The Railway Protection Force Recruitment 2024 was announced under Advertisement Numbers CEN Number RPF 01/2024 for Sub-Inspector (SI) posts and CEN Number RPF 02/2024 for Constable posts.
RPF Recruitment Selection Process
The selection process for the RPF Constable recruitment is detailed and thorough, ensuring the best candidates are chosen for this important role. It is divided into several steps:
Written Examination: The first step is a written exam with multiple-choice questions on General Awareness, Arithmetic, and General Intelligence and Reasoning. This test evaluates the candidates’ knowledge and problem-solving skills.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Candidates who pass the written exam then take the Physical Efficiency Test, which includes activities like running and jumping to assess their physical fitness.
Physical Measurement Test (PMT): Next is the Physical Measurement Test, where candidates’ height, chest (for males), and weight are measured to ensure they meet the required standards.
Document Verification: The final step is Document Verification, where candidates’ educational qualifications, identity proofs, and other documents are checked for accuracy. Any discrepancies can lead to disqualification.
Railways Constable, SI Examination Schedule
The official dates for the RPF Constable examination have not been announced yet. The examination schedule will be posted on the official official website once it is finalized. Candidates should regularly check the website for updates regarding the exam dates and timings.
RPF Exam Pattern
Candidates can take this exam in English, Hindi, or any regional language. The questions will be objective type, and the difficulty level will be set at the 10th Standard. Each correct answer in this Computer-Based Test (CBT) carries 1 mark, but there is a penalty of one-third (1/3) mark for each wrong answer. Candidates will have 90 minutes to complete all the questions, which are compulsory.
| Section | Marks | Questions | Exam Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 | 90 Minutes |
| Arithmetic | 35 | 35 | |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 35 | 35 | |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
- The total duration of the exam is 1 hour and 30 minutes (90 minutes).
- Candidates earn 1 mark for each correct answer.
- There is a negative marking penalty of 1/3 mark for each incorrect response.
- The exam consists of a total of 120 questions, carrying a maximum of 120 marks.
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Arithmetic | 35 | 35 | 1 hour 30 minutes |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 | |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 35 | 35 | |
| Total | 120 | 120 | 1 hour 30 minutes |
How to Download RPF Constable, SI Admit Card 2024?
Before downloading your admit card, make sure to have your registration number and date of birth ready. Follow these steps to access and print your admit card:
- Visit the official website of: rrbapply.gov.in.
- Click on the link for “RPF Constable, SI Admit Card”.
- Enter your registration number and date of birth.
- Click on the “Download Admit Card” button.
- Save and print the admit card for future reference.