The Railway Protection Force (RPF) safeguards railway property, passenger security, and overall law and order in trains and stations. As a Sub-Inspector (SI, Executive), one plays a supervisory and enforcement role, leading on-ground teams in various railway zones.
The Recruitment Cycle (CEN, Exams, Stages)
For 2025, the RPF SI recruitment (CEN RPF 01/2024) followed a multi-stage process:
Computer Based Test (CBT)
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
Document Verification (DV)
Medical & final allotment
Every stage had to be cleared to make the final merit list.
Timeline of RPF SI 2025 Recruitment
CBT exams: December 2, 3, 9, 12, 13, 2024
PET / PMT: Conducted between June 22 and July 2, 2025
Result announcement: August 26, 2025
Zone allotment & medical exam: Announced September 2025
Announcement of RPF SI Result 2025
Date of Release
The final RPF SI Result 2025 was officially released on 26 August 2025. Some media and portals repeated “August 26 / 27” — but the consensus points to the 26th.
Official Portals & Where to Check
You can access the result via:
rrbcdg.gov.in (central RRB site) Regional / zonal RRB websites under “CBT Result & Cut Off” section
Number of Candidates Shortlisted
A total of 452 candidates have been provisionally shortlisted for the SI positions. However, some sources mention “4527 candidates shortlisted for some stage” in earlier phases.
How to Download the RPF SI Result 2025 PDF
Here’s your step-by-step:
Go to rrbcdg.gov.in or your zone’s RRB website.
Navigate to “CBT Result & Cut Off” under CEN RPF 01/2024 (Sub Inspector) section.
Click on the “Result of PMT for RPF SI 2025” PDF link.
Download the PDF file.
Use Ctrl+F in the PDF viewer, type your roll number to check if you are listed.
Save a copy or print for record.
Tips:
Use a stable internet connection (large PDF).
Sometimes PDF opens in-browser; use “Download” option.
If your roll number doesn’t appear, it means you’re not shortlisted.
Understanding the Merit List & Result PDF
What Details Are Shown
Typical contents include:
Roll Numbers of selected candidates
Category (UR / OBC / SC / ST / EWS)
The status (qualified / provisionally selected)
Possibly cut off / marks (though not always)
How to Interpret “Qualified / Provisionally Selected”
Qualified / Shortlisted means you have cleared all prior stages and are now in contention for appointment.
Provisionally selected indicates the selection is subject to document verification, medical, etc.
What If Your Roll Number Does Not Appear
You are not shortlisted for further stages.
You can re-attempt in future cycles.
Review your performance and category rank for feedback.
Category-wise Cut Offs & Selection Trends
Male Cut Offs (2025)
Here are approximate cut-off marks for male candidates by category:
General: 78.78643
OBC: 76.27743
SC: 72.42401
ST: 69.36729
EWS: 76.39387
Female Cut Offs (2025)
For female candidates, the cut-offs are:
General: 76.58801
OBC: 73.80667
SC: 68.09148
ST: 66.68486
EWS: 73.42121
Number of Vacancies & Final Selections
Total Number of SI Posts (2025)
The recruitment targeted 452 Sub-Inspector (SI) posts under CEN RPF 01/2024.
Total Candidates Shortlisted
A total of 452 candidates were provisionally selected in the final list. Some earlier phases saw thousands shortlisted for PET/PMT.
Next Steps for Selected Candidates
Training, Joining Letter & Posting
Once medical clearance is done, selected candidates should receive joining letters. Training and posting will follow according to RPF norms.
What Selected Candidates Must Prepare
Be ready for relocation / transfer to allotted zone
Stay fit & medically clear
Keep copies of all documents, certificates
Monitor official communications
Probation & Performance Criteria
Most recruits undergo a probation period, during which their performance, discipline, and suitability are assessed before final confirmation.
Conclusion
The announcement of RPF SI Result 2025 is a milestone for aspirants who worked diligently across multiple stages. While only 452 candidates have made it to the final list, every aspirant—selected or not—can draw lessons from this journey. For those successful, the path ahead includes medical, training, and joining. For others, it’s an opportunity to improve and try again.
Stay alert, follow official sources, and act quickly once your result is out. Success often comes to those who persevere.
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