The Railway Protection Force (RPF) is initiating a recruitment for Constable and Sub-Inspector Positions in various departments of the RPF & Railway Protection Special Forces across India. The recruitment notification was released with 4660 positions of Constable and SI posts. From the total vacancies, 4208 positions are designed for Constable posts and the remaining 452 posts are for Sub-Inspectors.
Applicants who have successfully registered on rrbapply.gov.in are eagerly waiting for the examination schedule and also looking for the RPF Admit Cards. The board will release the admit cards online only. Candidates must access at least two printed copies of the admit card. It is a call letter or an entry ticket for the examination, which helps to enter the examination hall and to appear in the examination.
RPF Admit Card 2024
| Department Name | Railway Protection Force (RPF), Railway Protection Special Force |
| Post Name | Constable and Sub-Inspector |
| Total Vacancies | 4660 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 May, 2024 |
| Written Exam Date | To be announced |
| Admit Cards Status | To be released |
| Official Website | rrbapply.gov.in |
The RPF accepted online applications between 15 April to 14 May 2024 for various positions in the Government Departments of India. This year, a massive number of candidates willing to join the position in the railway protection sector applied online for these posts.
RRB RPF Constable & SI Examination Schedule
All candidates are informed that the written exam will be held in September 2024, but the department does not announce the exact date of the written examination. As of now, candidates are advised to be prepared accordingly. Check the website regularly for exam-related updates and information.
Selection Process for RPF Constable & SI Positions
The selection procedure for the RPF Constable recruitment involves multiple stages to ensure the best candidates are chosen. The process includes:
- Written Examination: The first stage is a computer-based test (CBT) that assesses the candidate’s knowledge and aptitude.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Measurement Test (PMT): Candidates who clear the CBT are called for PET and PMT to test their physical fitness and measurements.
- Document Verification: Successful candidates from the PET and PMT are then called for document verification.
- Medical Examination: Finally, candidates undergo a medical examination to ensure they are fit for the duties required by the RPF.
RPF Constable & Sub-Inspector Exam Pattern
Knowing the exam pattern is crucial for the preparation of the examination. It is essential to make a better study plan for the examination. The exam pattern covers the subjects, the number of questions asked, total marks and the duration to complete the exam. Candidates can check the exam pattern here:
- The examination will be conducted offline on OMR Sheets.
- It includes 120 questions, totalling 120 marks.
- Each correct answer carries a 01 mark.
- The duration to complete the examination is 90 minutes.
- Candidates have to pay a penalty of 1/3rd mark for each incorrect answer.
| Subjects | Number of Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 35 | 35 | 90 minutes |
| Basic Arithmetic | 35 | 35 | |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 | |
| Total | 120 | 120 | 90 minutes |
RRB RPF Constable & SI Admit Card
The admit card is an essential document for entering into the examination hall. The admit card carries details such as the candidate’s name, roll number, date of birth, exam centre details and exam date. A hard copy of the admit card is necessary to appear in the examination.
Normally, the mentioned details are accurate, but sometimes there is a mistake made. So, candidates are advised to check the details before getting the hard copy of the admit card to avoid discrepancies. If any wrong information is found, the department will not allow the candidates to appear in the examination.
How to download the RPF Constable & SI Admit Card 2024?
Applicants can use the mentioned steps to download their admit cards:
- Go to the official website of the Railway Protection Force, i.e. rrbapply.gov.in.
- A direct link to download the “RPF Constable & Sub-Inspector Admit Card 2024” is given on the homepage.
- Click on the given link and enter the required details in the login portal.
- After entering the details, submit it properly.
- A PDF of the admit card will be generated on the screen.
- Check the details and download it.
- Don’t forget to take at least two copies of the admit card.