RPF SI 2025: Preference Form Out, Final Result, Merit List, Cut Off, Vacancies & Exam Date

Railway Protection Force Sub-Inspector 2025 ( RPF SI )

Rupali Pruthi
Updated on Aug 28, 2025 19:48 IST

By Rupali Pruthi, Deputy Manager - Editorial

RPF SI 2025: The RRBs released the RPF SI zone-wise vacancies 2025 along with the zonal preference form on August 28, 2025. Candidates could submit the RPF SI preference form till September 3, 2025. The RPF SI final result 2025 was released along with the final merit list PDF and cut-off marks on August 26, 2025. Candidates can check their results of the RPF SI exam The final RPF SI result, cut-off marks and merit list PDF download links are shared below. The RPF SI cutoff marks 2025 for male and female candidates have been released separately. The RPF SI Physical Test 2025 was conducted from June 22 to July 2, 2025. The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) released the RPF SI exam results on March 3, 2025. The RPF SI Merit List PDF 2024 contains the roll numbers of candidates shortlisted for PET/ PMT.

The RPF SI answer key 2025 was released on December 17, 2024. The answer key was released along with the RPF SI question paper 2025 and the response sheet. Candidates could download the RPF SI 2025 answer key, response sheet and question paper PDFs by visiting the official website. Candidates could submit the RPF SI answer key objections 2025, if any, till December 22, 2024. The RPF SI exam was held on December 2, 3, 9, 12 and 13, 2024. The RRB aims to fill 452 vacancies for the post of Sub-Inspector (SI) in the Railway Protection Force (RPF) and Railway Protection Special Force (RPSF) through the RPF SI recruitment 2025.

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Q:   What is RPF SI salary?
A: 

RPF SI Salary ranges between INR 43,000 to 52,000. This depends upon the place of posting. The basic pay is INR 35,400. Candidates also get allowances as part of their salaries.  

Q:   Is there any relaxation in RPF SI qualifying marks for SC and ST candidates?
A: 

RPF SI qualifying marks for SC and ST candidates are different from General category. The qualifying marks of RPF SI Is given below.

CategoryQualifying marks (In  Per Cent)

General/OBC

35

SC and ST

30

Q:   How to check RPF SI result?
A: 

RPF SI result is announced online. Candidates can check the result using the process below-

  • Visit the exam portal.
  • Click RPF SI result link.
  • Clicking the link, the result PDF appears on the screen.
  • Download the result PDF and save it.
Q:   When will RPF SI final result 2025 be released?
A: 

The RPF SI final result 2025 was released on August 26, 2025. The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) published the final results of the RPF Sub-Inspector post on their official regional websites. The RRB RPF SI result link is shared on the Shiksha.com page - https://www.shiksha.com/exams/rpf-si-exam

Table of contents
  • RPF SI Result 2025
  • RPF SI Dates 2025
  • RPF SI Cutoff 2025
  • What is RPF SI exam?
  • RPF SI 2025 Exam Highlights
  • RPF SI Answer Key 2025
  • RPF SI Vacancies 2025
  • RPF SI Syllabus 2025
  • RPF SI Exam Pattern 2025
  • RPF SI Preparation Tips 2025
  • RPF SI Application Form 2025
  • RPF SI Eligibility Criteria
  • RPF SI Selection Process
  • RPF SI Salary 2025
  • RPF SI Physical Admit Card 2025
  • RRBs Official Website Links: Region-Wise
  • RPF SI Mock Test 2025: Online Link
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RPF SI Result 2025

The RPF SI final result 2025 was released as a final merit list PDF. The results of the RPF SI 2025 exam were declared online. The RPF SI result 2025 was made available in PDF form and displays the roll numbers of qualified candidates. Candidates need to secure the category-wise qualifying marks decided by the examination authority to clear the exam. The selection of candidates is done completely based on their merit. Candidates can download the RPF SI result and merit list PDF of online exam below:

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RPF SI Dates 2025

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of RPF SI 2025 exam

DatesPast Exam Dates
26 Aug ' 25

RPF SI Final Result

22 Jun ' 25 - 02 Jul ' 25

Physical Test Date

03 Mar ' 25

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RPF SI Cutoff 2025

The final cut-off marks of the RPF SI exam have been released along with the result. To qualify the CBT, candidates needed to secure the category-wise qualifying marks and overall RPF SI Cut off 2025. The cutoff has been released separately for male and female candidates. The RPF SI cutoff 2025 is the same for all the regions - RRB Kolkata, RRB Chandigarh, RRB Ranchi, RRB Patna, RRB Guwahati, RRB Mumbai, RRB Ahmedabad, RRB Allahabad and others. Candidates can download the RPF SI normalized cut off marks PDF below:

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REVISED RPF SI Cutoff 2025 for FEMALES -  Online Exam

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What is RPF SI exam?

The Ministry of Railways conducts the RPF SI exam to select eligible male and female candidates for recruitment to the post of Sub-Inspectors (SI) in Level 6 of 7th CPC in Railway Protection Force (RPF) and Railway Protection Special Forces (RPSF) in various zones of Indian Railways. Candidates' initial salary after getting posted through RPF SI recruitment is INR 35,400. Read this article below for more details on RPF SI 2024, including eligibility criteria, the application process, vacancies, exam patterns, and more.

The RRBs invited the RPF SI application 2025 from April 15 to May 14, 2024. The RPF SI form correction 2025 facility was available from May 15 to 24, 2024. Candidates were also asked to re-upload the photograph/signature on the RPF SI application form 2025 from May 27 to June 17, 2024. 

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RPF SI 2025 Exam Highlights

Candidates can check below some of the important highlights of the RPF SI 2025 exam.

Exam Particulars Exam Details

Exam Name

RPF SI

Conducting Body

Ministry of Railways

Exam Level

Graduate-level exam

Exam Frequency

Depends on the number of vacancies

Mode of Exam

Online

Vacancy

452 vacancies in 2024

Post Offered

Recruitment of SI in RPF and RPSF

Exam Fees

INR 500 for unreserved categories while it is INR 250 for reserved categories

Exam Duration

90 minutes

No. of Papers and Total Marks

Three (120 marks)

Total Questions

120 questions

Marking Scheme

  • One mark for each correct response
  • 1/3 marks are deducted for wrong answer

Language/Medium of Exam

Hindi, English, Urdu, Tamil, Telugu, Konkani, Malayalam, Kannada, Marathi, Gujarati, Bengali, Odia, Assamese, Manipuri and Punjabi

Groups 

Groups A, B, C, D, E and F

No. of Test Cities

Over 100 cities

Official Website

https://rpf.indianrailways.gov.in/RPF/ & RRBs Regional Websites

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RPF SI Answer Key 2025

The provisional RPF SI 2025 answer key was released for Computer Based Test (CBT) soon. Along with the answer key, the window to raise objections and question papers was also made available. Candidates could access the RPF SI answer key through the login window. The objections against the answer key were accepted online only within the specified deadline. Have a look at the steps to download the key below:

  • Visit the official website of RRBs
  • Click the answer key link against CEN RPF 01/2024(SI)
  • Enter the user ID and password
  • Download the RRB RPF SI answer key PDF
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RPF SI Vacancies 2025

The details regarding the vacancies were announced along with the notification. A total of 452 RPF SI vacancies were announced this year. The vacancy break-up is given below.

Post/ Rank Male Female ExSM 10%of total vacancy
UR SC ST OBC EWS Total UR SC ST OBC EWS Total

Sub-Inspector (Exe.)

157

57

28

104

38

384

28

10

5

18

7

68

45

 

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RPF SI Syllabus 2025

The syllabus of the RPF SI online exam comprises topics from the following subjects: General Awareness, Arithmetic and General Intelligence & Reasoning. The standard of the RPF SI syllabus 2025 is of graduation level. The detailed RPF SI 2025 syllabus is given below:

RPF SI General Awareness Syllabus

  • Indian History
  • Art & Culture
  • Geography
  • Economics
  • General Polity
  • Indian Constitution
  • Sports
  • General Science, etc.
  • Arithmetic

RPF SI Arithmetic section

  • Number systems
  • Whole numbers
  • Decimal and Fractions
  • Relationships between numbers
  • Fundamental Arithmetical Operations
  • Percentages
  • Ratio and Proportion
  • Averages
  • Interest
  • Profit and Loss
  • Discount
  • Use of table and graphs
  • Mensuration
  • Time and Distance
  • Ratio and Proportion, etc.

RPF SI General Intelligence & reasoning Syllabus

  • Analogies
  • Similarities and Differences
  • Spatial Visualization
  • Spatial Orientation
  • Problem-Solving Analysis
  • Judgment
  • Decision Making
  • Visual Memory
  • Discriminating Observation
  • Relationship Concepts
  • Arithmetical Reasoning
  • Verbal and Figure Classification
  • Arithmetic Number Series
  • Non-Verbal Series
  • Coding and Decoding
  • Statement Conclusion
  • Syllogistic Reasoning
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RPF SI Exam Pattern 2025

The RPF SI exam pattern 2025 for CBT is such that it is divided into three sections Awareness, Arithmetic and General Intelligence & reasoning. Besides Hindi and English, the CBT is conducted in regional languages. The exam pattern carries a total of 120 questions of 200 marks. The duration of the test is 90 minutes. Candidates qualifying for the CBT are called for PET/PST.  It is mandatory to clear the PET and it is qualifying in nature.

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RPF SI Preparation Tips 2025

Some of the best RPF SI Preparation Tips are shared below.

  • Go through the latest exam pattern
  • Cover the entire syllabus
  • Clear the concepts of every topic
  • Study RPF SI Books to prepare 
  • Prepare a proper study plan
  • Solve mock tests
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RPF SI Application Form 2025

RPF SI application form 2025 was released on April 25, 2024. The application form was released along with the RPF SI notification 2025. Candidates could fill the RRB RPF SI application form as shared here

  • Visit the RPF website
  • Click the ‘New Registration’ link
  • Choose the Zonal Group
  • Register for the exam
  • Verify the Email ID and Mobile Number through OTP
  • Fill out parts 2 and 3
  • Fill in the bank details
  • Upload the required documents
  • Submit the form
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RPF SI Eligibility Criteria

Candidates need to fulfill the RPF SI eligibility criteria as shared below-

  • A candidate must be a citizen of India.
  • Any graduate candidate can apply for the exam.
  • The age of candidates should be between 20 to 28 years.

RPF SI Age Limit

Post Prescribed age in normal course Age applicable to this CEN

SI (Exe.)

20 to 25 years

20 to 28 years

Note: Relaxation in the upper age limit is given to candidates belonging to reserved categories.

Also Read: RPF SI Eligibility Criteria 2025

RPF SI Educational Qualification

Any graduate candidate can apply for the exam.

Calculation of Date of Birth

Age Group (in years) Upper limit of Date of Birth (Not earlier than) Lower limit of Date of Birth (Not later than)
UR & EWS OBC (NCL) SC & ST All candidates

20 – 28

02.07.1996

02.07.1993

02.07.1991

01.07.2004

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RPF SI Selection Process

The complete selection process of RPF SI is explained below in detail.

Filling the RPF SI Application Form

RPF SI application forms are required to be submitted online only through the official website. Candidates candidate need to submit only one application form. RPF SI application form is required to be filled in English only. The application fee is INR 500 for Unreserved categories while it is INR 250 for Reserved categories.

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Release of RPF SI Admit Card

RPF SI admit card is made available online separately for CBT, PET & PMT and Document Verification. Candidates need to download their admit cards by logging into the required credentials. 

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Appearing in RPF SI CBT

The CBT will be held for 90 minutes and comprises 120 objective-type questions from General Awareness, Arithmetic, and General Intelligence and Reasoning. The total marks allotted to the test are 120. 

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Declaration of RPF SI Result

RFI SI result is released online separately for different groups, A, B, C, D, E, & F. The result PDF is released in the form of a merit list. RPF SI result displays the roll numbers of qualified candidates. Based on the merit in CBT, candidates 10 times the number of vacancies are called for PET and PMT. 

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Appearing in PET, PMT & Document Verification

It is mandatory to pass the PET and it is qualifying in nature. Based on the performance of candidates in the CBT, PET & PMT, they are called for Document Verification.

Final Selection

The appointment to the post of RPF SI is subject to passing the requisite medical fitness test, final verification of educational and category certificates, verification of character and antecedents of candidates, and successful completion of initial training. 

RPF SI Exam Centres

The examination authority releases the list of RPF SI test cities along with the notification. RFP SI exam centres are distributed division-wise under certain groups-A, B, C, D, E, F. Candidates applying to the railway zones under these groups, will be allotted exam centres coming under that particular region.

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RPF SI Salary 2025

Selected candidates are appointed at level 6 of the 7th CPC with an initial pay of INR 35,400 in terms of the RPF SI pay scale. Besides, candidates are also entitled to various allowances as per the government rules. The RPF SI salary for the per month is between INR 43,300 to 52,030 as per the 7th pay commission. 

 

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RPF SI Physical Admit Card 2025

The RPF SI admit card 2025 of the Physical Test- PET/ PMT/ DV has been released on the official websites of the RRBs. To download the RPF SI physical admit card, candidates needed to enter their registration number and password. RPF SI PET admit card carries details such as the candidate's name, roll number, date of birth, exam centre details, exam date and many more. The hard copy of the admit card is not sent to candidates by post. Candidates needed to follow the steps given below to download the RPF SI admit card 2025:

  • Visit the official website of the RRBs.
  • Click the admit card link on the home page.
  • Enter the registration number and password.
  • Download the RPF SI admit card and take its printout.

Direct RRB RPF SI Physical Admit Card 2025 Download Link - https://rrb.digialm.com/EForms/configuredHtml/1181/91610/login.html  

The RPF SI exam city intimation slip 2025 was released on the regional websites. The intimation slip lets candidates know the allotted RPF SI exam centre city 2025. Have a look at the steps and link to download the exam city slip:

  • Visit the official website of RRBs
  • Click the RPF SI city intimation link
  • Enter the registration number and password on the login page
  • RRB SI exam city intimation slip appears on the screen
  • Check the allotted city and save it

RPF SI Exam Day Guidelines 2025

The exam day guidelines for the RPF SI exam are given below:

  • Electronic gadgets such as mobile phones, Bluetooth, pen drives, laptops, calculators, wrist-watches or any other communication devices are not allowed inside the RPF SI exam centre
  • Candidates are not allowed to carry pens/pencils inside the exam centre
  • Candidates need to carry an RPF SI admit card to the exam centre. Without the admit card, candidates are not allowed to appear for the exam
  • Carry one photo-identity proof (both original and photocopy) along with the admit card
  • Candidates should reach the exam centre early to complete the verification process
  • No candidates are allowed to enter the exam hall once the exam begins
  • Candidates must bring one colour photograph along with the admit card

The RPF SI admit card is issued separately for different groups and stages- Computer Based Test (CBT), Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Document Verification.

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RRBs Official Website Links: Region-Wise

Have a look at the RRBs official website links of all the regions below:

RRB

Official Website Address

Ahmedabad

www.rrbahmedabad.gov.in

Kolkata

www.rrbkolkata.gov.in

Ajmer  

www.rrbajmer.gov.in

Malda  

www.rrbmalda.gov.in

Bengaluru

www.rrbbnc.gov.in

Mumbai

www.rrbmumbai.gov.in

Bhopal

https://rrbbhopal.gov.in/

Muzaffarpur

www.rrbmuzaffarpur.gov.in

Bhubaneswar

www.rrbbbs.gov.in

Patna

www.rrbpatna.gov.in

Bilaspur             

www.rrbbilaspur.gov.in

Prayagraj

www.rrbald.gov.in

Chandigarh

www.rrbcdg.gov.in

Ranchi

www.rrbranchi.gov.in

Chennai             

www.rrbchennai.gov.in

Secunderabad

www.rrbsecunderabad.gov.in

Gorakhpur

www.rrbgkp.gov.in

Siliguri

www.rrbsiliguri.gov.in

Guwahati          

www.rrbguwahati.gov.in

Thiruvananthapuram

www.rrbthiruvananthapuram.gov.in

Jammu-Srinagar

www.rrbjammu.nic.in

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RPF SI Mock Test 2025: Online Link

Candidates can solve the RPF SI mock test as shared here:

  • Visit the RRB website.
  • Click on the mock test link for RPF 01/2024 and click on sign in.
  • Click on next, choose the language, accept the declaration and begin.
  • Attempt the mock test by clicking on the most appropriate option.
  • Submit the test.

Direct RPF SI mock test link - https://www4.digialm.com/OnlineAssessment/index.html?1181@@M12

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