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.