The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC), Ajmer, has released the official notification for the Rajasthan State and Subordinate Services Combined Competitive Examination 2026. Under the Advertisement Number (Advt No.): 02/परीक्षा/RAS&RTS/RPSC/EP-I/2026-27, online applications are invited to fill a total of 607 vacancies (192 State Services and 415 Subordinate Services). Interested and eligible candidates holding a Bachelor’s degree can apply online from 04 June 2026 to 03 July 2026. All applicants are strongly advised to thoroughly read the complete RPSC RAS Pre Recruitment 2026 PDF notification to verify age limits, detailed syllabus, and specific physical requirements for posts like Police Services before applying.
RPSC RAS/RTS Recruitment 2026 Details
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Application Begin | 04 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 03 July 2026 (up to 12:00 Midnight) |
| Pay Exam Fee Last Date | 03 July 2026 |
| Online Form Correction Window | Within 10 days of Last Date & 60 days before exam (for 7 days) |
| Exam Date (Preliminary) | 29 November 2026 |
| Admit Card Available | Before Exam |
| Result Date | Will Be Update Here Soon |
Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to confirm exact dates and any extensions from the RPSC official website.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General / OBC (Creamy Layer) / MBC (Creamy Layer) / Other State | ₹ 600/- |
| SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / MBC (NCL) / EWS / Sahariya | ₹ 400/- |
| Divyangjan (PH) Candidates | ₹ 400/- |
| Application Form Correction Charge | ₹ 500/- |
| Payment Mode | Pay the Exam Fee through Online modes like Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or E-Mitra Kiosk using the Rajasthan One Time Registration (OTR) system. |
RPSC RAS Recruitment 2026: Age Limit as on 01.01.2027
- Minimum Age: 21 Years.
- Maximum Age: 40 Years (Must not have attained 40 years).
- Non-Gazetted Employees (NGE): Must have attained 25 years but not 45 years of age.
- Age Relaxation Extra as per RPSC RAS Recruitment Rules:
- SC / ST / OBC / MBC / EWS (Male of Rajasthan): 5 Years Relaxation
- SC / ST / OBC / MBC / EWS (Female of Rajasthan): 10 Years Relaxation
- General Category (Female): 5 Years Relaxation
- Widow & Divorced Women: No Upper Age Limit
- Special Note: Due to a change in the base year calculation from 2025 (in the previous 2024 advt) to 2027 for this current notification, an additional 1-year relaxation has been explicitly granted in the upper age limit.
RPSC RAS Vacancy Details 2026 : Total 607 Posts
The RPSC RAS 2026 vacancy is broadly divided into two main categories: State Services and Subordinate Services.
Total Posts: 607 Vacancies
- Rajasthan State Services: 192 Posts (Includes premium services like Rajasthan Administrative Service (57 posts), Rajasthan Police Service (26 posts), Rajasthan Accounts Service (36 posts), etc.)
- Rajasthan Subordinate Services: 415 Posts (Includes Rajasthan Tehsildar Service (136 posts), Cooperative Subordinate Service (109 posts), Commercial Tax Subordinate Service, etc.)
(Detailed Category-wise (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS) and Department-wise breakdown is strictly available on page 9 and 10 of the official notification PDF).
RPSC RAS Post Name and Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
| Rajasthan State & Subordinate Services (RAS/RTS) | * Bachelor’s Degree: Must hold a Degree of any of the Universities incorporated by an Act of the Central or State Legislature in India or other Educational Institution established by an Act of Parliament or deemed as a University under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956, or possess an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government. * Final Year Candidates: Candidates who have appeared or are appearing in the final year examination of their graduation are eligible to apply. However, they must provide proof of acquiring the essential educational qualification before appearing in the Main Examination. * Working knowledge of Hindi written in Devnagri Script and knowledge of Rajasthani Culture. |
Mode of Selection Process
The Rajasthan Combined Competitive Examination 2026 will be held in successive stages:
- Stage 1: Preliminary Examination: Objective Type (MCQ) Screening Test (200 Marks). Marks obtained in prelims are NOT counted towards the final merit list.
- Stage 2: Main Examination: Descriptive/Analytical Written Examination. Candidates approx. 15 times the total vacancies will be admitted to the Main Examination.
- Stage 3: Personality and Viva-voce (Interview): Carries 100 marks. Candidate’s character, personality, address, physique, and knowledge of Rajasthani culture are assessed. (NCC ‘C’ Certificate holders receive preference for Rajasthan Police Service).
- Stage 4: Document Verification & Medical Examination. Final Merit is based on combined Main Exam and Interview marks.
RPSC RAS Exam Pattern & Syllabus 2026
Preliminary Examination Pattern (Objective Type)
| Subject | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge & General Science | 200 | 3 Hours |
- Important Rules for Prelims (OMR Based):
- There will be 5 options (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) for every question.
- It is mandatory to darken exactly ONE circle using a Blue Ball Point Pen.
- If you choose not to attempt a question, you MUST darken the 5th option circle.
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd of the marks assigned to the question will be deducted for a wrong answer OR if no bubble is filled.
- Disqualification: If a candidate fails to darken ANY of the 5 circles in more than 10% of the questions, they shall be disqualified. An extra 10 minutes are provided to verify all bubbles are filled.
Main Examination Pattern (Descriptive/Analytical Type)
| Paper | Subject | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies-I | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Paper II | General Studies-II | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Paper III | General Studies-III | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Paper IV | General Hindi and General English (Sr. Secondary Level) | 200 | 3 Hours |
How To Apply Online for RPSC RAS Recruitment 2026
Interested candidates who wish to apply for the Rajasthan State and Subordinate Services Combined Competitive Examination 2026 (RAS/RTS) post can submit their application online before 03 July 2026. Use the click here link provided below under important link section to apply directly.
- Step 1: Visit the official portal of RPSC (rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in) or log in directly to the Rajasthan SSO Portal (sso.rajasthan.gov.in) using your SSO ID.
- Step 2: Go to the ‘Citizen Apps (G2C)’ section and select the Recruitment Portal.
- Step 3: Complete your One Time Registration (OTR). Ensure your Name, Father’s Name, DOB, and Gender match your Aadhar/Jan Aadhar data, as these cannot be changed later without updating the source document.
- Step 4: Pay the OTR fee (if not paid previously) based on your category (₹600 for General/OBC, ₹400 for Reserved).
- Step 5: Upload your live photo clearly using the webcam/mobile feature. Additionally, upload scanned copies of your signature and left thumb impression.
- Step 6: Fill out the detailed application form for the RAS/RTS 2026 Exam with your educational qualifications and category details.
- Step 7: Preview your application carefully and submit. Download or print the final submitted application form for future reference.
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Important Question about recruitment (FAQ)
Q1: What is the last date to apply for RPSC RAS Recruitment 2026? Ans: The last date to submit the online application for RPSC RAS/RTS 2026 is 03 July 2026 (up to 12:00 Midnight). Candidates should apply early to avoid server issues.
Q2: Are final year appearing students eligible for the RAS Exam? Ans: Yes, candidates appearing in the final year of their Bachelor’s degree graduation are completely eligible. However, they must provide proof of passing before they appear for the RAS Main Examination.
Q3: What is the age limit for the RPSC RAS 2026 examination? Ans: The minimum age limit is 21 years, and the maximum is 40 years as of 01 January 2027. Age relaxations of 5 to 10 years are provided for reserved categories (SC, ST, OBC, MBC, EWS, and Women) belonging to Rajasthan.
Q4: Is there negative marking in the RPSC RAS Prelims Exam? Ans: Yes, there is a negative marking of 1/3rd marks for every wrong answer. Crucially, under the new 5-option OMR system, if you do not want to answer a question, you must darken the 5th option. Leaving a question entirely blank will also result in a 1/3rd mark deduction, and leaving over 10% blank will result in disqualification.
Q5: What is the application fee for the RPSC RAS 2026 Form? Ans: RPSC uses the SSO One Time Registration (OTR) fee structure. General/OBC (Creamy Layer) candidates must pay ₹600/-, while Reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PH) of Rajasthan must pay ₹400/-. If the OTR fee is already paid on the SSO portal previously, candidates do not need to pay again.
