RPF SI

The Reasoning section is one of the most scoring sections. Candidates must aim to prepare it properly. Candidates must choose the books which provide them the best tips and tricks for the exam. The list of best books for Reasoning section is given below:

The structure of RPF SI exam pattern is given below.

RPF SI exam pattern is such that it comprises CBT 1, PET/PMT, Document Verification and Medical Exam. The CBT comprises three sections. The standard of questions is of graduation-level. Each question carries one mark and there is also negative marks. Candidates are required to obtain 35 per cent marks (30 per cent marks by SC and ST candidates) to qualify the CBT. Questions in the test are asked from General Awareness, Arithmetic, and General Intelligence & Reasoning. The test carries a total of 120 marks. PET is qualifying in nature and candidates are given different tasks. 

The following documents are required along with the RPF SI admit card:

• Voter Card
• Aadhaar Card
• Printout of e-Aadhaar
• Passport
• Identity Card issued by the employer in case the candidate is a Govt. Employee
• School / College / University Photo ID

The following details will be printed in the admit card:

• Candidate’s name
• Roll number
• Date of birth
• Category
• Venue of exam
• Date and time of exam
• Exam day guidelines

According to the 6th Pay Commission recommendations, the grade pay assigned to RPF SI was INR 4200. With this grade pay, the salary was calculated in the pay band of INR 9300-34800. However, after the implementation of 7th Pay Commission, the grade pay system was discontinued. Now, the RPF SI starts at the basic pay level of INR 35400 (Level-6) as per 7th CPC pay matrix.

The salary structure of RPF SI is given below:

The gross salary of an RPF Sub Inspector ranges from INR 43,000 to 52,000 depending upon their place of posting. This inclusive salary amount comprises basic pay, grade pay, DA, HRA and other applicable allowances. As basic pay is INR 35,400 according to 7th CPC pay matrix, the other allowances add up substantially to the CTC. 

RPF SI syllabus for Arithmetic is given below:

• 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 syllabus for Reasoning is given below:

• 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