The Railway Protection Force (RPF) is going to release the most awaited notification for the post of RPF Constable for 2000 vacancies. Interested candidates can apply online through the official website of RPF at rpf.indianrailways.gov.in.
The Railway Protection Force will conduct an examination for the post of constables. Both Male and Female candidates are eligible to apply for the post. Interested candidates can read below for full details about RPF recruitment 2024, including, age limit, educational qualification, vacancy, and other details.
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RPF Recruitment 2024 – Overview
| Organization | Railway Protection Force |
| Post Name | Constable |
| Advt No. | RPF/2024 |
| Vacancies | 2000 |
| Mode Of Exam | Online |
| Job Location | All Over India |
| Notification Link | Click Here |
| Official Website | rpf.indianrailways.gov.in |
RPF Constable Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the post of RPF Constable 2024 the candidates must follow the eligibility criteria described by the Railway Protection Force (RPF). The eligibility criteria include Age Limit, Educational Qualification. Physical Standards etc.
Age Limit: Candidates applying for the post of RPF Constable 2024 must be 18 to 25 years old. Age Relaxtion will be given to selected categories according to the RPF Constable Notification 2024.
Educational Qualification: RPF Constable 2024 Educational Qualification includes that, candidates must have successfully completed their Class 10th education from a recognized board.
RPF Constable Selection Process 2024
The RPF Constable selection process will be conducted in 4 stages which are mentioned below
- CBT-Computer-Based Test
- PET-Physical Efficiency Test
- PMT-Physical Measurement Test
- Document Verification
RPF Constable Exam Pattern
The first stage RPF Constable Exam is the Computer Based Test (CBT) which candidates must clear by scoring at least the minimum qualifying marks.
The examination comprises a total of 120 multiple-choice questions. Candidates will be given 90 minutes to complete the test. There is a negative marking of ⅓rd mark for each incorrect answer.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| Arithmetic | 35 | 35 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 35 | 35 |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
Physical Efficiency Test For RPF Constable Recruitment 2024
Candidates who clear the Computer-Based Test (CBT) are eligible to participate in the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Measurement Test (PMT).
PET and PMT are important stages for the RPF Constable Exam, All information about PET and PMT are given below for both Male and Female candidates.
| Event | Constable (Male) | Constable (Female) |
|---|---|---|
| 1600 metres run | 5 Minute 45 Second | _ |
| 800 metres run | _ | 3 Minute 40 Second |
| Long Jump | 14 feet | 9 feet |
| High Jump | 4 feet | 3 feet |
The Male candidates need to complete 1600 meters of running in 5 minutes 45 seconds followed by a Long Jump of 14 Feet and a High Jump of 4 Feet. Meanwhile, the Female candidates need to complete 800 metres of running in 3 minutes 40 seconds followed by a Long Jump of 9 Feet and a High Jump of 3 Feet.
RPF Constable Physical Measurement Test
| Event | UR/OBC | SC/ST | For Garhwalis, Gorkhas, Marathas, other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height (Male) | 165 cm | 160 cm | 163 cm |
| Height (Female) | 157 cm | 152 cm | 155 cm |
| Chest – Expand (Only Male) | 85 cms | 81.2 cms | 85 cms |
| Chest – Normal (Only Male) | 80 cms | 76.2 cms | 80 cms |
RPF Constable Salary 2024
The pay scale of RPF Constable is Rs.5,200 to 20,200. The grade pay for constable posts is Rs. 2000/-. The RPF Constable gets around Rs. 26,000 to 32,000 /- per month.
RPF Constables receive additional allowances also along with their basic pay. The specific allowance amount may vary depending on the city in which the constable is currently posted. Check out the list of the allowances below:
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Medical Allowances
- Education Assistance
- Transport Allowance
How to apply online for RPF Constable Recruitment 2024?
To apply online for RPF Constable Recruitment, you have to go through the step-by-step instructions mentioned below.
- Navigate to the official website RPF, which is accessible at https://rpf.indianrailways.gov.in/.
- Look for an option that reads ‘Apply Online – Recruitment of Constable 2024’ and click on it.
- Enter basic and educational qualification details, and photographs and signatures with the required documents.
- Pay the application fee and submit the application form.
- Take the printout for future preferences.
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