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RPF SI Exam Date 2024 Schedule, Admit Card & CBT Details

Posted: Jun 17, 2026 10:34 AM IST
Updated: Aug 16, 2026 07:50 AM IST
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The RPF Recruitment 2024 process has reached a significant milestone as the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) updates the examination schedule and releases hall tickets for candidates aiming to join the Railway Protection Force. Aspirants tracking the RPF SI City Intimation Slip 2024 can now check their specific exam locations and timings. For deeper insights into the application trends and selection phases, read through the complete details below.

RPF SI Exam Date 2024 Out, CBT 1 Exam Rescheduled for Lucknow Center_3.1

RPF SI Exam Schedule and Timeline

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) updated the RPF Sub-Inspector (SI) exam calendar for 2024, scheduling the Computer-Based Test (CBT) across multiple days in December. The test is administered in three shifts daily to accommodate applicants. Note that the exam for the Lucknow exam center (Venue Code 15806, Lab-3, Tech Testing Solution Zone) has been postponed for the 41 affected candidates, and new dates will be shared shortly.

Candidates can access their RPF SI Admit Card 2024 via the official portal at https://rpf.indianrailways.gov.in/. Additionally, the RPF SI Answer Key 2025 is expected to be released in the 3rd week of December 2024.

RPF SI Exam Dates and Schedule
Events Dates
RPF SI City Intimation Slip 2024 22nd November 2024
RPF SI Admit Card 2024 28th November 2024
RPF SI CBT Exam Date 2024 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 12th and 13th December 2024
RPF SI Answer Key 2025 3rd week of December 2024

RPF SI Vacancies and Application Statistics

A total of 452 Sub-Inspector vacancies are allocated under the RPF Recruitment 2024 process. Across the country, approximately 15.38 lakh applications have been received, highlighting immense competition for these esteemed posts.

RPF SI Vacancy 2024 Category Distribution
Category Sub-Inspector (SI) - Males Sub-Inspector (SI) - Females
UR 157 28
SC 57 10
ST 28 05
OBC 104 18
EWS 38 07
Total 384 68
Application Received for RPF SI 2024
Categories Number of Applications
UR 2,87,113
OBC 6,09,404
EWS 99,386
SC 3,99,702
ST 1,42,483
Total 15.38 lakh

Exam Pattern & Structure

Understanding the structure of the Computer-Based Test (CBT) is vital for maximizing scores. The examination consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) evaluated out of 120 marks within a duration of 1 hour and 30 minutes (90 minutes).

RPF Exam Pattern 2024 Details

  • No. of Questions: 120
  • Type of Questions: Multiple-choice questions (MCQs)
  • Exam Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes)
  • Negative Marking: 1/3 marks will be deducted only for wrong answers
  • Marks for Correct Answers: +1
  • Marks for Un-attempted Questions: 0
RPF Exam Pattern 2024 Subject Breakdown
Subjects No. of Questions Marks
Basic Arithmetic 35 35
General Awareness 50 50
General Intelligence & Reasoning 35 35
Total 120 120

For comprehensive preparation resources, candidates can review the RPF SI Syllabus & Exam Pattern - Click to Check and the RPF Constable Syllabus & Exam Pattern - Click to Check. Quick access to hall tickets can also be secured via the RPF SI Admit Card 2024 Out - Click to Download link.

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