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Verified 2026 PatternRailway Recruitment Boards (RRB) / RPFCentral GovtGraduateUpdated: 01/03/2026

RPF Sub-Inspector (SI) & Constable Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026

Official topic-wise syllabus and examination pattern for RPF Sub-Inspector (SI) & Constable Recruitment Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026 conducted by Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) / RPF. Complete stage breakdown, subject weightage, duration, and marking scheme.

Selection Stages
3 Stages
Computer Based Test (CBT) • Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Measurement Test (PMT) • Document Verification.
Exam Format
Objective & Descriptive
Bilingual (English & Hindi)
Negative Marking
1/3rd (0.33) Penalty
Qualifying thresholds apply
Eligibility
Graduate
For Sub-Inspector: Graduate from a recognized University. For Constable: 10th pass (Matriculation) from a recognized Board.

Subject-Wise & Micro-Topic Syllabus Breakdown

Official syllabus curriculum and subject topics prescribed by Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) / RPF

1

General Awareness (50 Questions, 50 Marks)

50 Marks50 Questions2 topics
  • Questions will be aimed at testing the candidate's general awareness of the environment around him and its application to society.

  • Current Events, Indian History, Art & Culture, Geography, Economics, General Polity, Indian Constitution, Sports, General Science.

2

Arithmetic (35 Questions, 35 Marks)

35 Marks35 Questions1 topic
  • Number systems, whole numbers, decimal and fractions and relationships between numbers, fundamental arithmetical operations, percentages, ratio and proportion, averages, interest (simple and compound), profit and loss, discount, use of tables and graphs, mensuration, time and distance, ratio and proportion.

3

General Intelligence & Reasoning (35 Questions, 35 Marks)

35 Marks35 Questions1 topic
  • Analogies, spatial visualization, spatial orientation, problem solving, analysis, judgment, decision making, visual memory, discriminating observation, relationship concepts, arithmetical reasoning, verbal and figure classification, arithmetic number series, non-verbal series, coding and decoding, statement conclusion, syllogistic reasoning.

4

Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Measurement Test (PMT)

4 topics
  • SI Male: 1600 metres run in 6 mins 30 secs; Long Jump: 12 feet; High Jump: 3 feet 9 inches.

  • SI Female: 800 metres run in 4 mins; Long Jump: 9 feet; High Jump: 3 feet.

  • Constable Male: 1600 metres run in 5 mins 45 secs; Long Jump: 14 feet; High Jump: 4 feet.

  • Constable Female: 800 metres run in 3 mins 40 secs; Long Jump: 9 feet; High Jump: 3 feet.

Official Preparation Strategy & Guidelines

Candidates are advised to prepare systematically covering all prescribed topics, solve previous years' question papers, and practice mock tests under timed conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions (3)

Note: This syllabus and exam pattern is published purely for general informational purposes. Candidates are strongly advised to visit the official website and refer to the official syllabus circular to verify any recent changes, scheme updates, or revisions. We are not responsible for any inadvertent error, omission, or subsequent modifications made by the conducting authority.

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