RPF SI Syllabus 2024, Check Exam Pattern, Selection Process and More
by Kowsalya
Updated May 23, 2024
RPF SI Syllabus 2024
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced 452 vacancies for Sub Inspectors (SI) in the Railway Protection Force (RPF). Both male and female graduates from recognized institutions are eligible to apply for this highly competitive exam.
To succeed, candidates must thoroughly prepare by understanding the detailed syllabus for the RPF SI Exam 2024, which covers Arithmetic, General Intelligence and Reasoning, and General Awareness.
General Awareness
The General Awareness section consists of 50 questions, each worth one mark. It covers a broad range of topics to assess the candidate's knowledge of current events and general knowledge. Key areas include:
General Intelligence and Reasoning
The General Intelligence and Reasoning section comprises 35 questions, each carrying one mark. This section tests logical reasoning and analytical abilities through various topics:
Arithmetic
The Arithmetic section includes 35 questions, each worth one mark, focusing on mathematical concepts and their applications:
Details
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Details |
Information |
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Organization |
Ministry of Railways |
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Post Name |
RPF Sub Inspector (SI) |
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Types of Questions |
Objective Type |
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Total Questions |
120 |
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Total Marks |
120 |
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Languages |
Hindi, English, Urdu, Tamil, Telugu, Konkani, Malayalam, Kannada, Marathi, Gujarati, Bengali, Odia, Assamese, Manipuri, Punjabi |
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Time Duration |
1 hour 30 minutes |
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Negative Marking |
⅓ mark per incorrect answer |
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Selection Process |
Online Test, Physical Measurement Test, Physical Efficiency Test, Document Verification |
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Exam Level |
National Level |
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Official Website |
indianrailways.gov.in |
Exam Pattern
The RPF SI Exam is a graduate-level examination designed to evaluate candidates' skills in general intelligence and reasoning, general awareness, and basic arithmetic.
The exam duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes and consists of 120 questions in total. Each question carries one mark, and there is a penalty of 1/3rd mark for every incorrect response.
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Subject |
No. of Questions |
Marks |
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Basic Arithmetic |
35 |
35 |
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General Awareness |
50 |
50 |
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General Intelligence and Reasoning |
35 |
35 |
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Total |
120 |
120 |
Selection Process
The selection process for the Railway Protection Force (RPF) Sub Inspector (SI) recruitment in 2024 involves several stages. Candidates must pass each stage to qualify for the next.
The stages include a Computer-Based Test (CBT), Physical Measurement Test (PMT), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), and Document Verification (DV). Below are the details for each stage:
1. Computer-Based Test (CBT)
The CBT is the first stage of the selection process and assesses candidates on their general intelligence and reasoning, general awareness, and basic arithmetic skills.
2. Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
Candidates who qualify for the CBT will proceed to the PMT. The PMT involves measuring the height and chest (for male candidates) to ensure they meet the physical standards required for the role.
PMT for Male Candidates
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Categories |
Height (in cm) |
Chest (in cm) (Unexpanded/Expanded) |
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UR/OBC |
165 |
80/85 |
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SC/ST |
160 |
76.2/81.2 |
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Garhwalis, Gorkhas, Marathas, Dogras, Kumaonese, and other specified categories |
163 |
80/85 |
PMT for Female Candidates
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Categories |
Height (in cm) |
|
UR/OBC |
157 |
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SC/ST |
152 |
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Garhwalis, Gorkhas, Marathas, Dogras, Kumaonese, and other specified categories |
155 |
3. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Candidates who pass the PMT will undergo the PET, which tests their physical abilities through various activities. The PET requirements differ for male and female candidates.
|
Activity |
Males |
Females |
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1600 meter run |
Within 6 minutes 30 seconds |
— |
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Long Jump |
12 feet |
9 feet |
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High Jump |
3 feet 09 inches |
3 feet |
4. Document Verification (DV)
Candidates who qualify for the PET will be called for the Document Verification stage. In this stage, candidates must present original documents to verify their eligibility.
