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Railway Protection Force (RPF) recruitment hub — latest notifications, posts, eligibility, selection process, salary and apply links. Updated daily.

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RPF Recruitment — this is the evergreen hub for every Railway Protection Force (RPF) vacancy our editorial team tracks across cycles. Use this page as your bookmarked entry point: whenever RPF releases a fresh notification on rrbapply.gov.in and rpf.indianrailways.gov.in, the live updates section below this article reflects the change within 24 hours, while the structural information about RPF (eligibility, posts, selection process, pay, documents, application steps) stays current here so you do not have to re-read the same basics every cycle.

About Railway Protection Force

The Railway Protection Force (RPF) is an armed force of the Union of India raised under the RPF Act, 1957, for the protection and security of railway property, passenger area and passengers. RPF recruitment is conducted by the Ministry of Railways through RRBs/RRCs in cycles, and notifications are published on the centralised portal rrbapply.gov.in along with the official rpf.indianrailways.gov.in website.

RPF recruitment is competitive but transparent: notifications, vacancy break-ups, syllabi and result sheets are all published on the official website, and every step of the selection process is documented in the recruitment notice. This evergreen page mirrors the structure of an RPF official notification so that you can cross-reference eligibility, fees, exam pattern and timelines before you begin any application.

Current RPF recruitment status

Confirmed live RPF vacancies appear in the listing section. If the list is empty, no fresh RPF notification is open at the moment — we do not list rumoured or unverified openings. As soon as RPF publishes a new advertisement on rrbapply.gov.in and rpf.indianrailways.gov.in, this page is updated and email / Telegram alert subscribers are notified within hours. Bookmark this URL and check the live updates module weekly during peak recruitment cycles.

Common posts recruited by RPF

RPF recruits across multiple cadres. The list below summarises the most frequently released posts; the exact basket of posts in any given notification depends on indents from the user departments or zones, and on the manpower plan approved for the relevant financial year.

  • RPF Constable (Executive) (Level 3) — Open to male and female candidates, including separate categories for Mahila Constables.
  • RPF Sub-Inspector (SI) (Level 6) — Direct entry SI cadre across zones.

Eligibility framework

Eligibility for RPF recruitment depends on the specific post. As a general rule, candidates must be Indian citizens (or fall under the permitted categories in the recruitment notice), must hold the educational qualification prescribed for the post on the cut-off date specified in the notification, and must satisfy the physical / medical standards where applicable.

Educational qualifications range from a Class 10 pass with ITI for trade-specific Level-1 posts, to a Class 12 pass for some clerical / undergraduate RPF cadres, to a recognised graduate degree for officer cadres. Always read the eligibility paragraph in the official notification verbatim — the recognising authority of the certifying body (UGC, AICTE, NCVT, etc.) is non-negotiable.

Age limit guidance

The standard age band for RPF recruitment is 18 to 25 years for Constable and 20 to 28 years for Sub-Inspector (with standard relaxations of 3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC/ST and additional ones for Ex-Servicemen and PwBD). Age relaxations apply as per Government of India rules: 3 years for OBC (non-creamy layer), 5 years for SC/ST, 10 years for PwBD (with cumulative relaxations for SC/ST/OBC PwBD candidates), and additional relaxations for Ex-Servicemen, departmental candidates and J&K domicile candidates under the applicable orders. The exact cut-off date for age calculation is always specified in the recruitment advertisement.

Selection process

RPF follows a multi-stage selection process designed to test aptitude, subject knowledge and physical / medical fitness wherever relevant. The standard stages are:

  1. Computer-Based Test (CBT)
  2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
  3. Document Verification
  4. Medical Examination

Each stage is qualifying for the next. Marks from screening stages may not always be carried forward to the final merit list — check the marks normalisation and weightage clauses inside the relevant notification carefully.

How to apply

Applications for RPF recruitment are accepted exclusively online through rrbapply.gov.in and rpf.indianrailways.gov.in.

  1. Open rrbapply.gov.in and rpf.indianrailways.gov.in and read the detailed notification PDF and the abridged advertisement.
  2. Click the apply link for the relevant recruitment cycle and register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
  3. Fill the application form with personal, educational, communication and category details exactly as they appear on official certificates.
  4. Upload a recent passport-size photograph, scanned signature and supporting documents in the specified dimensions and file sizes.
  5. Pay the application fee online (UPI / Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card) and download the receipt.
  6. Submit the form, download the confirmation page and save the registration number and password for later use during admit card download and result lookup.

₹500 for General/OBC/EWS (₹400 refundable after Stage I CBT attendance) and ₹250 for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-SM/female/transgender (fully refundable).

Salary and benefits overview

RPF Constables are placed at Level 3 of the 7th CPC pay matrix with a basic of ₹21,700 plus DA, HRA, Transport Allowance and Ration Money. Sub-Inspectors are placed at Level 6 with a basic of ₹35,400. Personnel posted in field duties earn additional risk and hardship allowances; uniform and accommodation in barracks or quarters are provided as per entitlement.

In addition to monetary compensation, RPF jobs offer strong long-term benefits — defined career progression, pension under the National Pension System, medical cover for self and dependents, leave fare concession or pass facilities (in Railway), housing or accommodation where available, and job security backed by Government of India service conditions.

Documents required at application and verification

  • Class 10 mark sheet and certificate (proof of date of birth).
  • Class 12 mark sheet and certificate, wherever required by the post.
  • Degree / diploma / ITI certificates and consolidated mark sheets for the educational qualification claimed.
  • Caste certificate in the prescribed format issued by a competent authority, plus a non-creamy layer certificate for OBC candidates.
  • EWS certificate in the prescribed format, if claiming EWS reservation.
  • PwBD certificate from a notified medical authority, where applicable.
  • Ex-Servicemen discharge certificate or service certificate, if applicable.
  • Valid photo identification — Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID or Passport.
  • Scanned passport-size photograph and signature in the specified dimensions.

How to track official RPF notifications

The single source of truth for RPF recruitment is the official portal at rrbapply.gov.in and rpf.indianrailways.gov.in. Subscribe to email alerts there, follow the official RPF social media handles, and bookmark this evergreen page for verified aggregated updates. We do not publish unverified rumours, leaked answer keys or unofficial cut-offs.

Important tips before you apply

  • Read the recruitment notification PDF end to end at least twice before you start filling the form.
  • Keep scanned documents ready at the prescribed dimensions and file size before starting the application.
  • Cross-check your category claim with the issuing authority of your certificate.
  • Save your registration number and password securely for admit card and result lookup later.
  • Start mock-test preparation early — RPF examinations are time-bound and accuracy under pressure matters more than rote recall.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When does RPF release recruitment notifications?▾
RPF (Railway Protection Force) releases recruitment notifications on the official portal at rrbapply.gov.in and rpf.indianrailways.gov.in as and when vacancies are sanctioned by the user departments / zones / banks. There is no fixed monthly calendar. We mirror the official portal and update this evergreen hub within 24 hours of any new RPF advertisement appearing on rrbapply.gov.in and rpf.indianrailways.gov.in.
What is the eligibility for RPF recruitment?▾
Eligibility depends on the specific post. As a general rule, candidates must be Indian citizens, must hold the educational qualification prescribed for the post on the cut-off date in the official notification, and must satisfy the age and physical / medical conditions. Always read the eligibility clause in the official notification PDF — the educational qualification, recognising authority of the certifying body and the cut-off date are non-negotiable.
What is the age limit for RPF recruitment?▾
The standard age band for RPF recruitment is 18 to 25 years for Constable and 20 to 28 years for Sub-Inspector (with standard relaxations of 3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC/ST and additional ones for Ex-Servicemen and PwBD). Age relaxations apply as per Government of India rules — 3 years for OBC (non-creamy layer), 5 years for SC/ST, 10 years for PwBD (with cumulative relaxations for SC/ST/OBC PwBD candidates), and additional relaxations for Ex-Servicemen, departmental candidates and J&K domicile candidates. The cut-off date for age calculation is always specified in the notification.
How do I apply for RPF vacancies?▾
RPF applications are accepted exclusively online through rrbapply.gov.in and rpf.indianrailways.gov.in. Open the portal, register with a valid email ID and mobile number, fill the application form carefully, upload your photograph and signature in the specified format, pay the application fee online and submit. Save the confirmation page and registration number for later use during admit card download and result lookup.
What is the RPF application fee?▾
₹500 for General/OBC/EWS (₹400 refundable after Stage I CBT attendance) and ₹250 for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-SM/female/transgender (fully refundable). The fee in any specific cycle may vary; the figure printed in the official RPF notification PDF for that cycle is the definitive one. Fee is paid online through UPI, Net Banking or Debit / Credit Card and a confirmation receipt is generated immediately.
What is the selection process for RPF?▾
RPF follows a multi-stage selection process: Computer-Based Test (CBT); Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Measurement Test (PMT); Document Verification; Medical Examination. Each stage is qualifying for the next, and only candidates who meet the cut-off in a stage are called for the subsequent stage. The exact weightage of stages and the formula for the final merit list are specified in the recruitment notification.
What is the salary in RPF?▾
RPF Constables are placed at Level 3 of the 7th CPC pay matrix with a basic of ₹21,700 plus DA, HRA, Transport Allowance and Ration Money. Sub-Inspectors are placed at Level 6 with a basic of ₹35,400. Personnel posted in field duties earn additional risk and hardship allowances; uniform and accommodation in barracks or quarters are provided as per entitlement.
What documents are required during RPF verification?▾
Carry originals and self-attested photocopies of Class 10 certificate (DOB proof), Class 12 mark sheet (where required), degree / diploma / ITI certificates, caste / EWS / PwBD certificate in the prescribed format (if claiming reservation), Ex-Servicemen certificate (if applicable), a valid photo ID and recent passport-size photographs. Any mismatch between the application data and the original documents at verification can lead to disqualification.
Where can I find official RPF updates and answer keys?▾
The only authoritative source is the official RPF portal at rrbapply.gov.in and rpf.indianrailways.gov.in. Official notifications, admit cards, provisional answer keys, objection links, final answer keys, results and cut-offs are all published there. We mirror only what is published on the official portal and do not circulate unofficial answer keys, leaked papers or unverified cut-off claims.
Is RPF recruitment open right now?▾
The live updates section above this FAQ block reflects whether a current RPF cycle is open and accepting applications. If the live module is empty, no fresh RPF notification is open at the moment. Bookmark this evergreen URL and revisit weekly during peak recruitment seasons; subscribers to our email / Telegram alerts are notified within hours of a new notification.