RPF SI Exam Age Calculator 2026
Railway Protection Force Sub Inspector Examination
- Minimum Age
- 20 years
- Maximum Age
- 25 years
- Cutoff Date
- 1 August 2026
- Recruitment Year
- 2026
- Conducting Body
- Railway
Age Relaxation
Category-wise age relaxation applicable to RPF SI Exam (2026).
| Category / Condition | Relaxation (Years) |
|---|---|
| General (No relaxation) | 0 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | +3 |
| SC | +5 |
| ST | +5 |
| EWS | +0 |
| Person with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) | +10 |
| Ex-serviceman | +3 |
Relaxations are cumulative where applicable per official notification. (25 years).
Calculate Your Eligibility
Enter your details below to check if you meet the age criteria for RPF SI Exam (2026).
RPF SI Exam — FAQs (2026)
What is the age limit for RPF SI Exam?
For RPF SI Exam, the notified age band is 20–25 years for General/EWS candidates as on the cutoff date. OBC (+3 years), SC/ST (+5 years), PwBD (up to +10 years), and ex-servicemen (+3 years where applicable) may get upper-age relaxation per the official Railway notification.
How is age calculated for railway recruitment?
Age for RPF SI Exam is reckoned as on the crucial/cutoff date in the official notification—not on application or exam date. This calculator uses 1 August 2026 as the default; enter the date from your notification if it differs.
What is the cutoff date for RPF SI Exam age calculation?
The default cutoff date used here is 1 August 2026. The actual "Age as on …" date for each cycle is in the official RPF SI Exam notification—always verify before applying.
Is there age relaxation for OBC and SC/ST in RPF SI Exam?
Yes. For RPF SI Exam, OBC (NCL) candidates typically get 3 years and SC/ST candidates 5 years of upper-age relaxation above the General maximum, subject to category certificate and notification rules.
What is the age relaxation for PwBD in RPF SI Exam?
PwBD candidates may claim up to 10 years of upper-age relaxation for RPF SI Exam, often in addition to category relaxation where rules allow. A valid disability certificate is required.
Can OBC and PwBD relaxations be cumulative in RPF SI Exam?
PwBD candidates may claim up to 10 years of upper-age relaxation for RPF SI Exam, often in addition to category relaxation where rules allow. A valid disability certificate is required.
What is the minimum age for RPF SI Exam?
The minimum age for RPF SI Exam is 20 years as on the cutoff date. Candidates below this age are not eligible.
Can I apply for RPF SI Exam if I exceed the age limit by one month?
Generally, no. RPF SI Exam enforces age limits strictly as on the cutoff date—even one day beyond the maximum eligible age (after relaxations) usually makes a candidate ineligible.
Which certificate is used for date of birth in RPF SI Exam?
Date of birth as on Class 10 (matriculation) certificate is accepted for RPF SI Exam. It must match across application and certificates; NDA/CDS also reject other DOB proofs unless specified.
Does ex-serviceman get age relaxation in RPF SI Exam?
Ex-servicemen may get up to 3 years relaxation (or service-based deduction as per rules) for RPF SI Exam. Check the official notification for military service conditions.