RPF SI Syllabus 2025 and Exam Pattern, Subject-wise Details

RPF SI Syllabus 2025: The Railway Protection Force (RPF) Sub-Inspector recruitment for 452 started in 2025. Candidates who want to take the RPF SI exam should know the selection process. RPF SI selection process comprises four stages: Computer Based Test (CBT), Physical Measurement Test (PMT), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), and Document Verification. To excel in the exam, start your preparation after analyzing the RPF SI Syllabus and Exam Pattern. Candidates can follow this blog to get the latest updates on the RPF SI 2025 exam.

RPF SI Syllabus 2025

The Syllabus and Exam Pattern are two important components to guide candidates to start proper preparation for the RPF SI 2025 exam. Those candidates who seriously want to qualify for the exam and become Sub-Inspector in RPF should take time and list of topics to study in CBT. The exam is to be conducted in 15 languages: Hindi, English, Urdu, Tamil, Telugu, Konkani, Malayalam, Kannada, Marathi, Gujarati, Bengali, Odia, Assamese, Manipuri, and Punjabi. List of requirements to fulfill in PMT and PET tests. Detailed knowledge of the selection process can guide you to make strategies.

RPF SI Syllabus 2025 Overview

Candidates can check important details of the RPF SI Syllabus & Exam Pattern in the table. The information compiled in table format consists of the selection process, exam marks, questions, and the official website link of RPF SI Exam 2025.

RPF SI Syllabus 2025
Naeme of Organization	Railway Protection Force
Post Name	RPF SI (Sub Inspector)
Selection Process	Online Test, Physical Measurement Test, Physical Efficiency Test and Document Verification
Total Questions in CBT	120 Questions
Total Marks in CBT	120 Marks
Language	15 language (Hindi, English, Urdu, Tamil, Telugu, Konkani, Malayalam, Kannada, Marathi, Gujarati, Bengali, Odia, Assamese, Manipuri, and, Punjabi)
Time Duration	1 hour 30 minutes
Negative Marking	⅓ marks
Official website Link	https://rpf.indianrailways.gov.in/RPF/

RPF SI Exam Pattern 2025 for CBT

Computer-Based Test (CBT) is conducted online for RPF Sub-Inspector Recruitment 2025. A total of 120 questions were asked from General Awareness, General Intelligence & Reasoning, and Arithmetic. Candidates get 90 minutes for 120 questions/120 marks in the RPF SI online exam.

RPF SI Exam Pattern 2025 For CBT
Sections	Ques	Max Marks	Duration
General Awareness	50	50	90 minutes
Arithmetic	35	35
General Intelligence & Reasoning	35	35
Total	120	120

RPF SI Syllabus 2025 for CBT

We have compiled a CBT syllabus of General Awareness, Arithmetic, and General Intelligence & Reasoning sections. Candidates can check the table to know detailed topics to study RPF SI online exam.

RPF SI Syllabus 2025 for CBT
General Awareness	Arithmetic	General Intelligence & Reasoning
Current Affairs	Number Systems	Analogies
Indian History	Whole Numbers	Spatial Visualization
Geography	Decimal & Fractions	Spatial Orientation
Art & Culture	Relationships Between Numbers	Problem-Solving Analysis
General Polity	Fundamental Arithmetical Operations	Decision Making
Economics	Percentages	Visual Memory
General Science	Ratio & Proportion	Similarities & Differences
Indian Constitution	Interest	Discriminating Observation
Sports	Discount	Relationship Concepts
	Averages	Arithmetical Reasoning
	Table & Graph	Classification of Verbal & Figure
	Profit & Loss	Arithmetic Number Series
	Time & Distance	Syllogistic Reasoning
	Mensuration	Coding & Decoding
		Non-Verbal Series
		Statement Conclusion

RPF SI Physical Measurement Test 2025

After qualifying CBT exam, candidates have to appear in the PMT test. There is a specific requirement that male and female candidates have to meet regarding height. In the table below, candidates can check the minimum height requirements for UR, OBC, SC, ST, and other categories.

RPF SI Physical Measurement Test 2025
Category	Height (cm)
	Male	Female
UR/OBC	165	157
SC/ST	160	152
Garhwalis, Gorkhas, Marathas, Dogras, Kumaonese, and other categories specified by Govt.	163	155

Chest measurement for Sub-Inspector post is only for male chests. The minimum measurement requirements is tabulated category-wise.

RPF SI Chest Measurement
Category	Chest Measurement
	Unexpanded	Expanded
UR/OBC	80	85
SC/ST	76.2	81.2
Garhwalis, Gorkhas, Marathas, Dogras, Kumaonese, and other categories specified by Govt.	80	85

RPF SI Physical Efficiency Test 2025

RPF SI Physical Efficiency Test is conducted as per PET standards. There are separate requirements for male and female candidates participating in PET tests, including the 1600 meter run, high jump, and long jump.

RPF SI Physical Efficiency Test 2025
PET Standards	Males	Females
1600 meter run	Within 6 mins 30 sec	—
Long Jump	12 feet	9 feet
High Jump	3 feet 09 inch	3 feet

RPF SI Preparation Tips 2025

Advance preparation is important for candidates who seriously want to qualify for the RPF SI exam in the first attempt. With thorough planning and dedication, candidates can crack the exam on the first attempt. Follow preparation tips and tricks to start preparation for RPF SI.

• Aspirants should take time to know the RPF SI Syllabus and Exam Pattern to know topic-wise weightage.
• Make a study plan to prepare for the CBT exam.
• Start solving General Intelligence & Reasoning and Arithmetic questions.
• Make General Awareness notes from 6 to 8 months. Revise notes regularly.
• Dedicate your routine schedule to being involved in PET tests.
• Solve mock tests and track your performance.
• Revise to memorize important topics covered in Reasoning, General Awareness, General Intelligence & Reasoning.
• Keep your notes updated and revise for last-minute revisions.

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