Indian Railways has opened RPF Recruitment 2024 exciting opportunities for eligible candidates with 4660 vacancies in the Railway Protection Force (RPF) and Railway Protection Special Force (RPSF). These vacancies include 4208 posts for constables and 452 posts for sub-inspectors in various regions of Indian Railways.
Both male and female candidates who meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply for these posts. The advertisement numbers for these vacancies are CEN No. RPF 01/2024 and CEN No. RPF 02/2024. To apply, candidates must visit the official website of Indian Railways and submit their application online.
RPF Constable Recruitment 2024 Overview
| Recruitment Organiser | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Post Name | Constable and Sub-Inspector |
| Category | Railways Jobs |
| No of Vacancies | 4660 |
| Application Schedule | 15 April to 14 May 2024 |
| Selection Process | Written Exam, Physical Test, Documents |
| Official website | indianrailways.gov.in |
RPF Recruitment 2024 Eligibility
Education
Constable: Applicants must have passed the 10th standard examination.
Sub-Inspector: Candidates must have a Graduation Degree.
Age Limit
For Constables: The Candidate’s age should be between 18 to 28 years as of July 1, 2024.
For Sub-Inspectors: Candidates should be between 20 to 28 years old as of July 1, 2024.
Age relaxation will be granted per Government regulations.
Pay Scale for RPF Sub-Inspector Recruitment 2024
RPF Constable: Rs.21,700/- plus allowances (Level 3 of CPC Pay Matrix).
RPF Sub-Inspector (SI): Rs. Rs.35,400/- plus allowances (Level 6 of Pay Matrix).
RPF Recruitment 2024 Physical Standards
Male Candidates:
Height: Minimum 165 cm (160 cm for ST candidates).
Chest (without expansion): Minimum 80 cm (76.2 cm for ST candidates).
The expanded chest measurement should be a minimum of 85 cm (81.2 cm for ST candidates).
Female Candidates:
Height: Minimum 157 cm (152 cm for ST candidates).
Physical Test For RPF Constable & SI Recruitment
| Category | Male | Female | ||
| Gen/OBC | ST/SC | Gen/OBC | ST/SC | |
| Height CMS | 165 CMS | 160 CMS | 157 CMS | 152 CMS |
| 1600 Meters Run Constable | 5 Minute 45 Second | 5 Minute 45 Second | NA | NA |
| 1600 Meters Run Sub Inspector | 6 Min 30 Second | 6 Min 30 Second | NA | NA |
| 800 Meter Run Sub Inspector | NA | NA | 04 Minutes | 04 Minutes |
| 800 Meter Run Constable | NA | NA | 3 Minute 40 Second | 3 Minute 40 Second |
| Long Jump Sub Inspector | 12 Ft | 12 Ft | 09 Ft | 09 Ft |
| Long Jump Constable | 14 Feet | 14 Feet | 09 Feet | |
| High Jump Sub Inspector | 03 ft 9 Inch | 03 ft 9 Inch | 3 Ft | 3 Ft |
| High Jump Constable | 04 Feet | 04 Feet | 3 Ft | 3 Ft |
RPF Constable & SI Recruitment 2024 Fee
Applicants are required to submit an examination fee of Rs. 500/-
However, some categories such as SC/ST, Ex-Servicemen, Women, Minorities and EBC (Economically Backward Classes) are eligible for a reduced fee of Rs. 250/-
Payment Method of RPF Recruitment 2024
Exam fees can be paid online through debit/credit card or net banking. Alternatively, candidates can opt for payment through the bank using the fee payment challan which can be downloaded from the official website.
Selection Process RPF Constable & SI Recruitment
Candidates have to undergo a Computer Test (CBT), Physical Proficiency Test (PET) and Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and document verification for selection. The date, time and venue of this examination will be intimated to the eligible candidates and made available on the official website of Indian Railways.
Application Process
Interested candidates have to apply online through the official website of Indian Railways. After successful submission, candidates will receive a system-generated registration/acknowledgement slip for future reference. No hard copies or documents need to be sent at this stage.
Important Dates
Starting Date of Online Application: 15-04-2024
Last Date of Online Application: 14-05-2024
Before applying online, candidates are advised to review the official published advertisement for detailed instructions.
Important Links
Official Website – Railway Recruitment Board
Official Notification – RPF Constable and Sub-Inspector Recruitment 2024
