RPF SI Dashboard

RPF SI (Sub-Inspector) Dashboard

Start here to prepare RPF SI efficiently. Follow this structured path:

👮 Quick Start Guide

1) Understand the Exam

2) Study Plans for SI

3) Written Exam Preparation

4) Physical Test Preparation

5) Current Affairs & Updates


📊 RPF SI Exam Overview

Three-Stage Selection Process

  • Stage 1 (CBT): Computer Based Test - 120 questions, 90 minutes
  • Stage 2 (PET/PMT): Physical Efficiency Test & Physical Measurement Test
  • Stage 3 (DV): Document Verification

Key Features

  • 👮 Police Role: Railway Police Force Sub-Inspector position
  • 🏃 Physical Test: Strict physical standards mandatory
  • 📚 General Focus: More emphasis on reasoning and general awareness
  • 🚂 Railway Security: Railway-specific security knowledge

📚 Subject-wise Preparation

CBT Subjects

General Intelligence & Reasoning

General Awareness

Arithmetic

RPF Specific Topics

Physical Test Preparation

Running Practice

Strength Training

Physical Standards


🎯 Physical Test Requirements

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

For Male Candidates:

  • 1600 meters race: 6 minutes
  • Long Jump: 12 feet (3 chances)
  • High Jump: 3 feet 9 inches (3 chances)

For Female Candidates:

  • 800 meters race: 4 minutes
  • Long Jump: 9 feet (3 chances)
  • High Jump: 3 feet (3 chances)

Physical Standards

Complete Physical Requirements


🎯 Exam Updates & Essentials

Current Information

Analysis & Strategy


💡 RPF SI-Specific Tips

Written Exam Strategy

  1. Reasoning Focus: 50 questions - maximum weightage
  2. Speed Priority: 120 questions in 90 minutes (45 seconds per question)
  3. General Awareness: Railway security and Indian law important
  4. Accuracy: Negative marking (-1/3) crucial

Physical Test Preparation

  1. Early Start: Begin physical training 3-4 months before exam
  2. Running Practice: Daily running routine essential
  3. Jump Training: Practice long and high jumps regularly
  4. Medical Fitness: Ensure all physical standards are met

Document Verification

  1. Original Documents: Keep all documents ready
  2. Educational Certificates: Verify authenticity
  3. Category Certificates: Ensure validity
  4. Medical Certificates: Required for certain categories

📈 Success Metrics

  • Written Cutoff: 65-80 marks (varies by category and zone)
  • Physical Test: 85-90% candidates qualify
  • Final Selection: ~60:1 competition ratio
  • Difficulty Level: Moderate to Hard

Preparation Timeline

  • Freshers: 6-8 months comprehensive preparation
  • Physically Fit: 4-5 months focused preparation
  • Working Professionals: 5-7 months with fitness routine

🔗 Quick Resources

Must-Have Materials

Practice & Assessment


Phase 1: Foundation Building (Week 1-6)

  1. Complete reasoning syllabus (50% study time)
  2. Daily arithmetic practice (25% study time)
  3. General awareness with current affairs (20% study time)
  4. Begin basic physical training (daily 30 minutes)

Phase 2: Intensive Preparation (Week 7-12)

  1. Focus on weak areas identified through practice tests
  2. Mock tests twice weekly
  3. Intensive physical training (daily 1 hour)
  4. RPF-specific topics and railway knowledge

Phase 3: Final Preparation (Week 13-16)

  1. Speed and accuracy improvement
  2. Full-length mock tests weekly
  3. Physical test simulation
  4. Document preparation and verification

📋 Important Topics for RPF SI

General Intelligence & Reasoning (50 questions)

  • Analogies and similarities
  • Decision making and problem solving
  • Visual memory and discrimination
  • Relationship concepts
  • Arithmetic number series
  • Coding and decoding
  • Statement and conclusion

General Awareness (35 questions)

  • Indian Constitution and Government
  • Indian History and Culture
  • Geography and Economics
  • General Science
  • Current Affairs (last 6 months)
  • Railway knowledge and security

Arithmetic (35 questions)

  • Number systems and calculations
  • Percentages and ratios
  • Time and work
  • Profit and loss
  • Simple and compound interest
  • Mensuration and geometry

🎯 Success Mantra:

  • Written Score + Physical Fitness = RPF SI Selection
  • Reasoning Excellence + General Awareness = Written Success
  • Physical Training + Document Preparation = Final Success

💪 Key Success Factors:

  1. Dual Preparation: Balance written exam and physical test preparation
  2. Reasoning Focus: Maximum questions from reasoning section
  3. Physical Training: Start early and be consistent
  4. Current Affairs: Regular updates essential
  5. Document Ready: Keep all documents prepared and verified