RPF SI Salary and Job Profile: Pay Scale, Allowances, Other Benefits

Railway Protection Force Sub-Inspector 2024 ( RPF SI )

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Updated on Mar 18, 2024 18:59 IST

RPF SI Salary 2024: The Railway Protection Force invites applications for recruitment to the post of Sub-Inspector in Railway Protection Force (RPF) and Railway Protection Special Force (RPSF) of various zones. Selected candidates for the post of RPF SI are recruited in Level 6 of the 7th CPC pay matrix. RPF SI salary for the per month is between INR 43,300 to 52,030 as per the 7th pay commission. The Ministry of Railways releases a large number of vacancies for various posts in Indian Railways and one among such posts is RPF SI. The job provides good salary package, security, allowances, perks and opportunities. RPF SI salary and perks are formulated based on the place of posting. In this article, we have discussed RPF SI salary, perks and allowances, and career growth.

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Q:   What is RPF SI grade pay?

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According to the 6th Pay Commission recommendations, the grade pay assigned to RPF SI was INR 4200. With this grade pay, the salary was calculated in the pay band of INR 9300-34800. However, after the implementation of 7th Pay Commission, the grade pay system was discontinued. Now, the RPF SI starts at the basic pay level of INR 35400 (Level-6) as per 7th CPC pay matrix.

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Q:   What are the perks and allowances offered to RPF SI?

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Selected candidates to the post of RPF SI enjoy good perks and benefits. Perk is given in addition to their monthly salary income. Candidates are given following perks and allowances:

  • Provident fund
  • Overtime Allowance
  • Ration Allowance
  • Dress Allowance
  • Gratuity
  • Monthly Pension (After retirement )
  • Medical facilities
  • Pass and Privilege Ticket Orders
  • Dress Allowance
  • Night Duty Allowance
  • Educational assistance
  • Ration Allowance and
  • Traveling and transfer allowance
  • Other financial matters
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Q:   What is RPF SI salary?

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The gross salary of an RPF Sub Inspector ranges from INR 43,000 to 52,000 depending upon their place of posting. This inclusive salary amount comprises basic pay, grade pay, DA, HRA and other applicable allowances. As basic pay is INR 35,400 according to 7th CPC pay matrix, the other allowances add up substantially to the CTC. 

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Q:   What is RPF SI salary structure?

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The salary structure of RPF SI is given below:

PayRange
Pay ScaleRs. 9,300 – Rs. 34,800
Grade ScaleRs. 4,200
Basic PayRs. 35,400
Gross SalaryRs. 43,300–Rs. 52,030
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RPF SI Salary

The basic salary of RPF SI is INR 35,400. With the additional perks, the gross salary ranges between INR 43, 000-Rs 52,000. RPF SI salary as per seventh Pay Commission is given below:

Old payscale and grade pay (Sixth pay commission): INR 9,300-34, 800. The Grade Pay is INR 4,200.

New basic pay after seventh pay commission: The basic pay is INR 35,440.

Total salary: The total salary per month is INR 43,300-INR 52,030.

Q:   What is the career growth of RPF SI?

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The job offers a good scope of promotion and career growth. The performance of candidates is analysed and measures before awarding them with promotion. To get a promotion, candidates need to work hard. The promotional avenues of RPF SI are given below.

  • Inspector
  • Circle Inspector
  • Zonal Inspector
  • Dy Superintendent
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Q:   What is the job profile of an SI in the RPF?

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The sub-inspectors are an important part of the Railway Protection Force. Their prime duty is to ensure the safety and security of all passengers. The job profile of RPF SI includes the following responsibilities: 1. Investigating Indian Railway-related crimes in the same capacity as a police sub-inspector 2. If necessity arise arresting the offenders such as chain-pullers 3. Interrogating the concerned person who are responsible 4. Take the statements of the witnesses to the complaints made to the RPF. 5. In some cases, collecting the evidence and filing the cases in court The SI is at the forefront of protecting railway property, such as tracks and signaling equipment. Therefore, they are entitled to many perks and level 6 salary pay.
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Q:   What are the career prospects of an RPF SI?

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An RPF SI joins the Railway Protection Force as a sub-inspector on their first posting. Thereafter, they get promoted after certain years of service. The career prospects of an RPF SI are as follows: 1. Their first promotion is to the rank of Inspector in the RPF or RPSF. 2. Later, after certain years, they can get promoted to the rank of Circle Inspector. 3. The third promotion for RPF SI is to the rank of Zonal Inspector in the particular railway zone. 4. An RPF SI can reach the post of Deputy Superintendent with their final promotion.
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Q:   What is RPF SI job profile?

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Candidates selected for the RPF SI post are entrusted with various responsibilities. RPF SI ensures the security of all passengers and takes necessary decisions regarding the problems related to the passengers. They also ensure the security of all railway property and take the required action to maintain law. The key job responsibilities of RPF SI are given below.

  • Investigate crime related to railways
  • Arrest the offenders
  • Interrogates the concerned person
  • Take statements of the witnesses
  • Collect evidence and files case in the court
  • Protect the railway tracks and signaling equipment
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RPF SI Selection Process

The entire recruitment process involves a Computer Based Test (CBT), Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Document Verification (DV). Candidates qualified and securing marks in the merit list (10 times of the category-wise vacancies) and CBT will have to undergo Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Document Verification (DV).

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Q:   What is the training process of RPF SI?

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Selected candidates will have to undergo a rigorous initial training in any one of RPF/RPSF training centre or any other such institution as decided by the Railway Administration. The trainee recruits/cadets will be given a stipend of INR 35,400 plus other allowances as admissible under the Railway Rules during the period of training. Candidates need to pass the final examination at the end of the training and before the final appointment.

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Q:   What is RPF SI selection process?

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The different stages of RPF SI selection process are explained below:

Phase 1: Computer-Based Test (CBT): This is the initial stage of selection process that assesses candidates' knowledge in subjects such as General Awareness, Arithmetic, General Intelligence and Reasoning.

Phase 2: Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Candidates who qualify for the CBT are then required to undergo a Physical Efficiency Test (PET). The PET includes physical tasks such as running, long jump, and high jump. 

Phase 3: Physical Measurement Test (PMT)- Candidates who clear the PET are subjected to a Physical Measurement Test to ensure that they meet the prescribed physical standards.

Phase 4: Document Verification- After clearing the PET and PMT, candidates need to provide the necessary documents to verify their eligibility, which typically includes educational certificates, identity proof, and other relevant documents.

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Q:   How much relaxation in the upper age limit is given to RPF SI?

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The age relaxation given to RPF SI is given below:

RPF Constable & SI Age Relaxation
CategoryAge Limit
SC/ST5 years
OBC3 years
Candidates who had ordinarily been domiciled in the UT of JK & Ladakh 
during the period of 1st Jan 1980 to 31st Dec 1989
UR/EWS- 5 years
OBC- 8 years
SC/ST- 10 years
Only for the post of SI: Central Govt. employees other than ex-servicemen,  
who have rendered not less than 3 years of regular and continuous service on the date of reckoning
UR/EWS- 5 years
OBC- 8 years
SC/ST- 10 years
Widows, divorced women and women judicially separated from husbands but not remarriedUR/EWS- 2 years
OBC- 5 years
SC/ST- 7 years
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Q:   What is RPF SI application fees?

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The application fee for RPF SI is INR 500 for unreserved categories while it is INR 250 for reserved categories. Interested candidates need to fill the application form online. The application fees can be paid online and offline. The application fees is refunded to candidates after they appear for the exam. Interested candidates are required to fill the application form online only. The hard copy of the application form is not required to be send by candidates. The application fee can be paid both online and offline.

 

 

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Answered a week ago

Candidates can download the RRB RPF SI answer key 2024 by following the steps given below:

  • Visit the official website of RRBs
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Answered a week ago

The RPF SI answer key 2024 has been released by the Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs). The RRB RPF SI answer key PDF is released along with the question paper and response sheets. Candidates can download the answer key along with the RPF SI response sheet 2024 by visiting the respective regional web

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Satyendra Shukla

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Answered a week ago

RPF has officially announced the exam dates for the Sub-Inspector (SI) recruitment exam for 2024. The Computer-Based Test (CBT) is scheduled to take place on 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 12th and 13th December 2024. This article provides a detailed breakdown of the exam dates and preparation tips for aspiring

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Aditya Singh

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RRB RPF SI city intimation slip is released 10 days before the exam. The steps to download the city intimation slip are given below:

  • Visit the official website of RRBs
  • C;lick the 'RPF SI city intimation slip' link
  • Enter the required credentials
  • The details related to the exam city appears on the screen
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Rupali Pruthi

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Answered a month ago

The RPF SI application form status is released after completion of the application process. To check the application status, candidates need to login with registration number and password. In case of application is rejected, candidates can view their status along with the reasons for rejection. No r

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Rupali Pruthi

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Answered a month ago

Candidates can check the RPF SI application status using the steps given below:

  • Visit the official website- rrbapply.gov.in
  • Click the RPF SI status link
  • Enter the registration number and password in the login page
  • RRB RPF SI application form status appears on the screen
  • Check the status and save it

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