RPF Sub-Inspector mock test
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RPF Sub-Inspector Eligibility 2026
Who can apply for RPF Sub-Inspector in 2026 — the age limit, educational qualification, nationality and attempt rules as specified by Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) on behalf of Railway Protection Force (RPF). Always confirm against the official notification before applying.
General eligibility
- Age
- 20-28 years (as of cut-off date in notification). Age relaxation: SC/ST +5 years, OBC +3 years, Ex-servicemen +3 years (after deducting service). Standard government relaxations apply to widows / divorced women / J&K domiciles.
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university. Final-year graduates may apply but must produce the degree before joining.
- Nationality
- Indian citizen, or subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or Tibetan refugee who came before 1 Jan 1962, or person of Indian origin from specified countries.
Physical Standards (PMT)
- Age
- Same as above.
- Education
- Same as above.
- Nationality
- Same as above.
- Attempts
- Male UR/OBC: minimum height 165 cm + chest 80-85 cm (with 5 cm expansion). Male SC: 160 cm + 76.2-81.2 cm chest. Male ST/Gorkha/Garhwali/Sikkimese: 163 cm + 80-85 cm. Female UR/OBC: 157 cm. Female SC: 152 cm. Female ST: 155 cm. No chest measurement for women.
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