On October 13, 2025, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw officially announced that Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will conduct the Railway Protection Force (RPF) Recruitment annually. It is big news for government job aspirants! This is a huge relief for students aiming to become RPF Constables or Sub-Inspectors, as they no longer have to wait endlessly for new vacancies. Since SSC is known for conducting large exams smoothly and on time, the entire process is expected to become more regular, transparent, and quicker. With this change, candidates now have a clearer path forward. So, it’s the perfect time to focus on your studies, stay physically fit, and get ready to grab this opportunity every year.
What Is the RPF?
Railway Protection Force (RPF) is a central armed police force under the Ministry of Railways. Its main job is to protect railway property, passengers, and ensure safety at stations and in trains. The RPF works across India and plays an important role in keeping our trains and railway areas secure. RPF has two main types of posts: Constable and Sub-Inspector (SI). Both these jobs are respected, uniformed posts that offer a stable government career with good pay, facilities, and chances for promotion.
How RPF Recruitments Happened Earlier
Earlier, the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) conducted the RPF exams, but they did not conduct them every year.
For example:
- The last RPF recruitment was announced in 2024 for around 4,660 vacancies (Constable and SI combined).
- The Computer-Based Exam (CBT) for those posts was held in March 2025, and the results came out in June 2025.
After the written exam, there were physical tests (running, long jump, height/weight check), document verification, and medical checks before final joining. The problem was that such exams didn’t happen regularly. Many candidates waited 3–4 years for the next notification. This made planning very difficult for serious aspirants.
What’s New in RPF Recruitment 2025?
This year’s recruitment is not just about a new exam body. There are some exciting changes and improvements:
- SSC will conduct the exam every year, offering more regular job opportunities.
- The recruitment process will be fully digital, making it easier and faster.
- RPF personnel will soon be equipped with VHF sets and will receive advanced digital and drone training to enhance their operational capabilities.
- Results, notifications, and appointments are expected to be more transparent and timely.
Expected RPF Vacancies in 2025
According to recent updates, you can expect at least 10,000+ vacancies for the RPF 2025 recruitment across India. The exact number of vacancies will be announced through official notifications of RPF SI and Constable. Below, we have mentioned post-wise expected vacancies and requried education qualifications.
| Post Name | Expected Vacancies | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| RPF Constable | 8,000+ | Educational Qualification: 10th / 12th Pass Age Limit: 18 to 28 [age relaxation applicable] |
| RPF SI | 2,000+ | Educational Qualification: Graduate Degree Age Limit: 20 to 28 [age relaxation applicable] |
Both male and female candidates from all zones of Indian Railways can apply.
What Should an RPF Aspirant Do Now?
If you are an RPF aspirant, then you are strongly advised not to wait for the release of the RPF recruitment notifications; start your preparation right now. For that, you should first go through the syllabus, previous year question papers, our free mock tests, etc. SSC will also conduct the physical test, so you are advised not to forget about it. Start your preparation for the physical test along with the computer-based test. So that you can prepare for it in advance. Starting these things from now will keep you ahead of your many competitors and will increase your chances of success in the exam.
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FAQs
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will conduct the RPF recruitment exam starting from the 2025 cycle, as officially announced.
Yes, from 2025 onwards, RPF recruitment will be conducted annually, offering more regular opportunities for aspirants.
The main posts are RPF Constable and RPF Sub-Inspector (SI), both of which are uniformed, central government jobs.
You must have passed 10th or 12th class from a recognized board to apply for the RPF Constable post.
To apply for the RPF SI post, you must have a graduate degree from a recognized university in any discipline.
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