RPF Constable Exam Date 2025: The Railway Recruitment Board will conducted the Railway Protection Force (RPF) Constable Computer-Based Test (CBT) for recruiting Constables. Earlier, aspiring candidates filled up online application form for 4,208 vacancies of constable posts. The exam is tentatively scheduled for February 2025. Read the detailed information about the RPF Constable Recruitment Exam Schedule 2025.
About RPF Constable CBT Exam:
| Organization | Railway Protection Force (RPF) |
| Authority | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Vacancies | 4,208 Constable Posts |
| Article Category | Exam Date |
| Exam Type | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Selection Stages | CBT, PET, PMT, Document Verification, Medical Examination |
| Exam Date | February 2025 (Expected) |
| Official Website | rpf.indianrailways.gov.in |
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RPF Constable Exam 2025 – Shift Schedule
The RPF Constable Examination 2025 is set to take place from March 2 to March 20, with three shifts each day. The test duration is 90 minutes, and candidates must arrive at the exam center 1.5 hours before their scheduled slot. Below is the shift schedule:
| Shift | Reporting Time | Exam Start | Exam End |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shift 1 | 7:30 AM | 9:00 AM | 10:30 AM |
| Shift 2 | 11:00 AM | 12:30 PM | 2:00 PM |
| Shift 3 | 3:00 PM | 4:30 PM | 6:00 PM |
RPF Constable Exam Pattern 2025
Understanding the exam pattern is critical for efficient preparation. The RPF CBT is structured as follows:
- The RPF Constable CBT includes 120 MCQs.
- The exam duration is 90 minutes.
- Total marks: 120.
- Each correct answer awards 1 mark.
- Negative marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer.
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| Arithmetic | 35 | 35 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 35 | 35 |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
Selection Process
Physical Efficiency Evaluation:
| Group | 1-Mile Run | Half-Mile Run | Broad Jump | Vertical Leap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female Applicants | – | 3 min 40 sec | 9 ft | 3 ft |
| Male Applicants | 5 min 45 sec | – | 14 ft | 4 ft |
Physical Measurement Test (PMT):
| Group | Height (cm) | Chest Size (cm) (Male Only) |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR)/OBC | 165 (M), 157 (F) | 80 (Relaxed), 85 (Expanded) |
| SC/ST | 160 (M), 152 (F) | 76.2 (Relaxed), 81.2 (Expanded) |
| Specific Regional Groups* | 163 (M), 155 (F) | 80 (Relaxed), 85 (Expanded) |
Others Process:
| Document Verification | Verifies candidates’ eligibility with original documents. |
| Medical Examination | Confirms candidates’ physical fitness. |
Exam Centers by Railway Zones
RPF Constable CBT will be conducted in the following cities:
| Railway Zone | Cities |
|---|---|
| Northern Railway | New Delhi, Chandigarh, Ludhiana, Jammu |
| Western Railway | Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Surat |
| Southern Railway | Chennai, Coimbatore, Trichy |
| Eastern Railway | Kolkata, Howrah, Malda |
RPF Constable Syllabus 2025
| Subject | Topics |
| Arithmetic | Mensuration, Time & Distance, Percentages, Profit & Loss. |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | Analogies, Problem Solving & Coding-Decoding. |
| General Awareness | History, Geography, Current Affairs, Indian Constitution. |
Minimum Passing Marks for Constable CBT
| Category | Minimum Percentage Required |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | 35% |
| SC/ST | 28% |
Timeline of RPF Constable Recruitment 2025 – Exam Schedule
| Short Notification Release Date | 02/01/2024 |
| Detailed Notification Release Date | 14/04/2024 |
| Application Form Fill up Start Date | 15/04/2024 |
| Application Form Fill up Last Date | 14/05/2024 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 14/05/2024 |
| Admit Card Release Date | February 2025 |
| Exam Date | February 2025 (Expected) |
| PET Date | April 2025 (Expected) |
As on 26/01/2024, the RRB has not declared the RPF Constable Exam Date for CEN 02/2024. As soon as the Exam Date is declared, it will be uploaded on the RRB Apply.gov.in official Website.
Candidates are requested to check our website frequently to know the status of the Latest Updates about RPF Constable Exam Schedule 2025.