The RPF Recruitment 2026 notification is expected to be released soon, with 22,000+ vacancies for the posts of RPF Constable & RPF SI. The official notification will include application dates, eligibility criteria & other important details. Key highlights of the RPF notification 2026 will be shared once it is out.

• The applications will be accepted online. 
• The Eligibility varies as per the post the candidate is applying for.
• The RPF Recruitment Selection Process will include Computer Based Test, Physical Efficiency Test, Physical Measurement Test, Document Verification & Medical Examination. 

RPF Recruitment 2026

The Railway Protection Force (RPF) Recruitment 2026 is expected to announce multiple vacancies for Constable and Sub-Inspector posts. The online application process will begin soon. Shortlisted candidates will be selected through a Written Examination followed by Physical/Medical tests & Document Verification. This upcoming RPF recruitment offers a prestigious Central Government job opportunity for candidates to serve in the protection of passengers & property across the Indian Railways.

RPF Recruitment Exam Dates 2026

Candidates interested in applying for the upcoming RPF Recruitment for posts of Constable or Sub-Inspector must stay up to date with important dates for key exam events in order to plan their application and preparation well in advance. Check the table given below for a quick overview of important exam dates -

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RPF Vacancy 2026: Post-wise Details

The total vacancies for RPF Recruitment 2026 will be announced soon for both Constables and Sub Inspector posts. The following is a breakdown of the RPF vacancy of previous year & aspirants can have a look at it for reference for both male and female candidates –

RPF Recruitment 2026 Apply Online

The online application link for RPF Recruitment will be activated soon as the official notification is released. You can check the steps below for online registration for RPF Recruitment. 

Step 1: Click on the above link mentioned to apply or Visit the RPF official website and click on Apply Online.

Step 2: Enter basic details such as Name, Parent’s Name, Category, date of birth, email id and upload a recent passport size photograph and signature, etc. check the information submitted again and click to submit the basic details.

Step 3: In the second stage of the Online RPF registration respective language and zone as per convenience.

Step 4: Pay the Application fee by using Debit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking through Payment Gateway

Step 5: Download the Registration Slip at the end of the RPF application process with a unique registration number, photograph, signature and other essential details. Take a print for further reference. 

RPF Application Fees 2026

Candidates will be able to pay the RPF application fees only via the online mode. While making an online payment, the RPF Application fees can be paid using net banking/ credit card/ debit card. Candidates need to submit the form before the RPF recruitment 2026 apply online last date and the fees before the last dates of RPF application fees payment. Refer to the table given below to know about RPF Constable application fees 2026 for different categories –

RPF Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Before filling out the application form, candidates should check out the RPF eligibility criteria. The age of the candidates must be between 18 to 28 years for RPF Constable & 20 to 28 years for RPF SI as on 01.07.2026. Candidates with Graduation from any recognized university in any stream can apply for RPF SI while Candidates with Class 10th can apply for RPF Constable.

RPF Selection Process 2026

The post-wise RPF Selection Process is as mentioned below:

Check the RPF Medical Test details here

RPF Recruitment Syllabus 2026

The RPF syllabus for the reference for the candidates is given below:

RPF Recruitment Exam Pattern 2026

The RPF Recruitment Exam pattern for RPF Recruitment 2026 consists of a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by a Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Physical Measurement Test (PMT), and Document Verification (DV). The details of the CBT are mentioned below:

RPF Computer Based Test (CBT)

The Computer Based Test (CBT) consists of questions on Arithmetic, Reasoning, and General Awareness. The total marks allotted for the exam is 120 and the time duration is 90 minutes.

• Objective Type Questions.
• Each Correct answer will be awarded 1 marks
• There is negative marking. ⅓ marks will be deducted for wrong answers.

RPF Salary Details

The post-wise RPF Salary details are given in the table below.

RPF Recruitment 2026 Admit Card 2026

The RPF Recruitment Admit Card 2026 will be released few days before the exam. Candidates appearing for the exam must download and print the hall tickets before the exam and carry a copy of the same to exam centre.

RPF Recruitment 2026 Result 2026

The RPF Recruitment 2026 result will be released after the CBT examination, the candidates must login to check the result status. The candidates who gets qualified in the CBT are eligible to attend the mains examination.

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