What is the RPF SI 2027 exam pattern?

RPF SI CBT has 120 questions in 90 minutes — General Awareness (50Q), Arithmetic (35Q), and General Intelligence & Reasoning (35Q). Marking: +1/-0.33. After CBT, candidates face PET, PMT, and Document Verification. There is no interview for RPF SI.

What is RPF SI salary in 2027?

RPF SI salary is ₹35,400-₹1,12,400 per month (Pay Level 6). With railway allowances including DA, HRA, uniform allowance, and free railway passes, the total compensation package is approximately ₹50,000-₹60,000 per month.

What is the RPF SI physical test requirement?

PET for male SI: 1600 m run in 6 min 30 sec, long jump 14 ft, high jump 4 ft. PET for female SI: 800 m run in 4 min, long jump 9 ft, high jump 3 ft. PMT: Male height 170 cm, chest 80-85 cm; Female 157 cm. PET and PMT are qualifying rounds.

How many RPF SI vacancies are expected in 2027?

RPF SI 2027 is expected to have 700-1,200 vacancies. The 2024 notification had 452 vacancies for Sub-Inspector posts. RPF SI is considered one of the best railway officer level posts due to job security and perks.

What is the career progression path for RPF SI?

RPF SI progresses to Inspector, then Deputy Security Commissioner (DSC), Security Commissioner, Principal Chief Security Commissioner. The career offers DPC-based promotions plus departmental exam-based promotions to gazetted officer rank.

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RPF SI Preparation Guide

Indian Railways / RPF

Your Complete Preparation Guide for RPF SI 2027 — strategy, study plan, tips & more.

DifficultyModerate

Total Marks120

Duration90 min

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Exam Overview

Mode

Online (CBT)

Frequency

Every 2-3 years

Next Exam Date

November 2027

EEligibility Criteria

Graduate degree, age 20-28 years

ANumber of Attempts

No limit till age

Study Plan by Subject

General Awareness

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Arithmetic

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

General Intelligence & Reasoning

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Expert Preparation Tips

RPF SI CBT pattern is identical to RPF Constable — the difficulty level is higher for SI selection

General Awareness must include Indian History, Geography, Polity, Economy, and railway-specific current affairs

Physical standards for SI are stricter than constable — maintain higher fitness levels throughout preparation

Solve RPF Constable and SI previous year papers — cross-practice improves speed and accuracy

Exam Pattern at a Glance

Section	Questions	Marks	Duration (est.)
General Awareness	40	40	30 min
Arithmetic	40	40	30 min
General Intelligence & Reasoning	40	40	30 min
Total	120	120	90 min

Important Dates

Registration Opens

July 2027

Next Exam Date

November 2027

Conducted By

Indian Railways / RPF

Frequently Asked Questions

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