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Indian Railway Protection Force

Central · Est. 1957

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Official Website indianrailways.gov.in

Type Central

Established 1957

About Indian Railway Protection Force

RPF recruitment is conducted for Railway Protection Force constable and sub-inspector posts.

History

The Railway Protection Force traces its institutional development to railway security arrangements established during the colonial period and was constituted as a statutory armed force under the Railway Protection Force Act, 1957. It functions under the Ministry of Railways.

Upcoming Exams

· Next recruitment cycle subject to official Railway Recruitment Board notification

· Next recruitment cycle subject to official Railway Recruitment Board notification

Recent Notifications

2024-04-15

2024-03-15

Organizational Structure

The Railway Protection Force operates under the Ministry of Railways through its Directorate, zonal railway formations, Railway Protection Special Force battalions and other field formations responsible for railway security and personnel administration.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is RPF?

The Railway Protection Force is an armed force under the Ministry of Railways responsible for security of railway property, passenger areas and passengers within its statutory responsibilities.

Q2. Which exams are conducted for RPF recruitment?

RPF recruitment includes selection for posts such as Constable and Sub-Inspector. The 2024 recruitment was notified through Railway Recruitment Boards under CEN RPF 01/2024 and CEN RPF 02/2024.

Q3. Who conducts RPF recruitment examinations?

RPF recruitment for Constable and Sub-Inspector posts is conducted through the Railway Recruitment Boards under the recruitment framework of the Ministry of Railways.

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