RPF Constable Notification 2026 – Exam Date, Syllabus, Admit Card & Salary
The Railway Protection Force (RPF) is expected to release the RPF Constable Notification 2026 soon on its official website. The recruitment process will be conducted in multiple stages, starting with a Computer-Based Test (CBT), followed by Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Physical Measurement Test (PMT), Medical Test, Document Verification, and Personal Interview.
The CBT will include 120 objective-type questions from General Awareness, Arithmetic, and Reasoning. Candidates who have passed Class 10 and meet the prescribed age and physical standards will be eligible to apply online once the registration window opens.
Table of Contents
- RPF Constable Exam Dates 2026
- RPF Constable Admit Card 2026
- RPF Constable Exam Centers
- RPF Constable Exam Pattern 2026
- RPF Constable Syllabus 2026
- RPF Constable Eligibility 2026
- RPF Constable Salary 2026
What is RPF Constable?
RPF stands for Railway Protection Force. The RPF Constable exam is a national-level recruitment examination conducted by the Ministry of Railways to recruit male and female constables across various railway zones in India.
The RPF Constable 2026 selection process consists of the following stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
- Medical Test
- Document Verification
- Personal Interview
RPF Constable Exam Dates 2026
|
Event |
Date |
|
Notification Release |
15 April 2024 |
|
Online Registration Start |
15 April 2024 |
|
Last Date to Apply |
14 May 2024 |
|
Fee Payment |
15 April – 14 May 2024 |
|
Re-opening Window |
18–20 May 2024 |
|
Admit Card Release |
27 February 2026 |
|
Exam Dates |
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 17 & 18 March 2026 |
|
Result Declaration |
19 June 2026 |
|
PET/PMT/DV |
13 Nov – 6 Dec 2026 |
RPF Constable Highlights 2026
|
Particulars |
Details |
|
Exam Name |
RPF Constable 2026 |
|
Organization |
Indian Railways |
|
Conducting Authority |
Ministry of Railways |
|
Official Website |
indianrailways.gov.in |
|
Job Type |
Central Government |
|
Exam Level |
National |
|
Exam Mode |
Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
|
Work Location |
Pan India |
|
Selection Process |
CBT → PET/PMT → Medical → DV |
RPF Constable Eligibility Criteria 2026
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 23 years
- Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PH candidates as per rules.
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have passed Class 10 (SSC) from a recognised board.
RPF Constable Physical Standards 2026
Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
Height Requirements
|
Category |
Male (cm) |
Female (cm) |
|
General/OBC |
170 |
157 |
|
SC/ST |
165 |
152 |
|
Special Categories |
168 |
155 |
Chest (Male Only)
|
Category |
Normal (cm) |
Expanded (cm) |
|
General/OBC |
80 |
85 |
|
SC/ST |
76.2 |
81.2 |
|
Special Categories |
80 |
85 |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
|
Category |
Run |
Long Jump |
High Jump |
|
Male |
1600 m – 5 min 45 sec |
14 ft |
4 ft |
|
Female |
800 m – 3 min 40 sec |
9 ft |
3 ft |
Major Changes in RPF Constable Rules 2026
|
Feature |
Earlier |
Revised (2026) |
|
Age Limit |
18–25 years |
18–23 years |
|
Height (Male) |
165 cm |
170 cm |
|
Chest (Male) |
Not defined |
80–85 cm |
|
Selection Authority |
RRB/RPF |
SSC-based process |
|
Medical Exam |
RPF Doctors |
CAPF/Govt Medical Officers |
RPF Constable Application Form 2026
- Application mode: Online only
- Application fee:
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹500
- SC/ST/PH/Women: ₹250
Steps to Apply
- Visit the Indian Railways official website
- Download and read the notification
- Click on the online application link
- Fill in details and upload documents
- Review and submit the form
- Pay the fee and take a printout
RPF Constable Admit Card 2026
The admit card will be available on the official website. Candidates should download it early and report discrepancies immediately.
Details Mentioned on Admit Card
- Candidate’s Name
- Roll Number
- Registration Number
- Exam Date & Time
- Exam Centre
- Photograph
RPF Constable Exam Pattern 2026
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Languages: Hindi, English, and regional languages
- Marking Scheme:
- +1 for correct answer
- −1/3 for wrong answer
CBT Pattern
|
Section |
Questions |
Marks |
|
General Awareness |
50 |
50 |
|
Arithmetic |
35 |
35 |
|
Reasoning |
35 |
35 |
|
Total |
120 |
120 |
RPF Constable Syllabus 2026
Subjects Covered
- General Awareness
- Arithmetic
- General Intelligence & Reasoning
Negative marking of 1/3rd mark applies.
RPF Constable Result & Cut-off 2026
Results will be released region-wise in PDF format.
|
Category |
Cut-off |
|
General/OBC |
35% |
|
SC/ST |
30% |
Qualified candidates will be called for PET/PMT.
RPF Constable Answer Key 2026
The answer key will be released about one month after the exam, allowing candidates to calculate their expected scores.
RPF Constable Salary 2026
Monthly salary ranges from ₹26,000 to ₹32,000, including allowances.
Salary Structure
|
Component |
X City |
Y City |
Z City |
|
Basic Pay |
21,700 |
21,700 |
21,700 |
|
HRA |
5,208 |
3,472 |
1,734 |
|
DA |
868 |
868 |
868 |
|
TA |
3,600 |
3,600 |
3,600 |
|
Gross Salary |
31,270 |
29,636 |
27,902 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The selection process includes Computer-Based Test (CBT), followed by Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Physical Measurement Test (PMT), Document Verification, and Medical Examination
Candidates must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) from a recognized board to be eligible for the RPF Constable 2026 examination.
The age limit is 18 to 23 years. Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC and other reserved categories as per government rules.
