The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially announced the computer-based test (CBT) schedule for candidates preparing for the Railway Protection Force (RPF) Constable recruitment. Following a notification released on February 28, 2025, aspirants can now plan their final preparation phases for the 4,208 vacancies available across the board.
To streamline your preparation and travel plans, ensure you have secured your hall tickets by accessing the RPF Constable Admit Card 2025 section. Early preparation and familiarity with exam shifts are crucial for success in this highly competitive examination conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) and Railway Protection Force (RPF).
RPF Constable Exam Dates and Timeline 2025
The recruitment cycle moves forward with structured dates for city slips, admit cards, and examination schedules. Candidates should note that the City Intimation Slip was released on February 21, 2025, followed by the hall tickets on February 27, 2025.
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| City Intimation Slip | 21st February 2025 |
| Admit Card Release Date | 27th February 2025 |
| Exam Dates | 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 9th, 10th, 12th, 17th, 18th March 2025 |
| 24th March 2025 | |
| RPF Constable Result 2025 | April-May 2025 |
Daily Shift Timings and Test Guidelines
The computer-based test is split into three daily shifts. Each exam session lasts 90 minutes. Candidates are strongly advised to arrive at test centers at least 90 minutes before the scheduled start time to complete security checks and biometric verifications smoothly.
| Shifts | Reporting Time | Exam Starts | Exam Ends |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shift 1 | 7:30 am | 9 am | 10:30 am |
| Shift 2 | 11 am | 12:30 pm | 2 pm |
| Shift 3 | 3 pm | 4:30 pm | 6 pm |
RPF Constable Selection Process 2025
Qualifying for the 4,208 vacancies requires clearing multiple stages of evaluation. Candidates must progress through each step successfully:
- Computer-Based Test: Assessment based on General Awareness, Reasoning, and Mathematics skills.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Measurement Test (PMT): Assessment of physical fitness, stamina, and role measurements for CBT qualifiers.
- Document Verification: Submission of original documents such as educational certificates and identification.
- Medical Examination: Medical fitness test to confirm duty performance capability.
- Final Merit List: Final selection based on performance in CBT, PET, PMT, and document verification.
Post-Exam Next Steps and Scorecards
Once you complete your examinations in March, keep track of performance milestones and updates through the RPF Constable Result 2025 portal. Results are officially expected to be published around April-May 2025. You can also evaluate your standing by checking the RPF Constable Cut Off 2025: Click Here to Check once the assessment is finalized.
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