RPSC RAS & RTS Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 607 Posts | Check Eligibility, Salary & Last Date
Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC), Ajmer has released an official notification for the Rajasthan State & Subordinate Services Combined Competitive Examination 2026. A total of 607 posts are up for grabs — 192 State Service posts and 415 Subordinate Service posts — across various government departments of Rajasthan. Online applications open from 04 June 2026 to 03 July 2026. This is one of the most prestigious and sought-after government job opportunities in Rajasthan, so don’t miss your chance!
🏢 Organization Details
- Recruiting Body: Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC), Ajmer
- Exam Name: Rajasthan State & Subordinate Services Combined Competitive Examination 2026 (RAS/RTS)
- Advertisement No.: 02/Pariksha/RAS&RTS/RPSC/EP-I/2026–27
- Job Location: Rajasthan (State-wide)
- Official Website: https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in
The RPSC is undoubtedly the foremost constitutional agency charged with the responsibility of conducting recruitment into the prestigious Rajasthan Administrative Service (RAS). Being recruited to the RAS is one of the most prestigious achievements in the government of Rajasthan.
📊 Number of Vacancies & Reservation
Total Posts: 607
- State Services (Rajya Sewa): 192 Posts
- Subordinate Services (Adhinasth Sewa): 415 Posts
Key State Service Posts (192 Total):
| S.No. | Service Name | Posts | Pay Matrix |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rajasthan Administrative Service | 57 | L-14 |
| 2 | Rajasthan Police Service | 26 | L-14 |
| 3 | Rajasthan Accounts Service | 36 | L-14 |
| 4 | Rajasthan Cooperative Service | 06 | L-12 |
| 5 | Rajasthan Planning Service | 03 | L-12 |
| 6 | Rajasthan Prison Service | 05 | L-12 |
| 7 | Rajasthan Industries Service | 12 | L-12 |
| 8 | Rajasthan State Insurance Service | 11 | L-14 |
| 9 | Rajasthan Commercial Tax Service | 00 | L-12 |
| 10 | Rajasthan Food & Civil Supplies Service | 01 | L-12 |
| 11 | Rajasthan Tourism Service | 06 | L-12 |
| 12 | Rajasthan Transport Service | 10 | L-12 |
| 13 | Rajasthan Integrated Child Dev. Service | 01 | L-14 |
| 14 | Rajasthan Devasthan Service | 01 | L-12 |
| 15 | Rajasthan Rural Development Service | 06 | L-14 |
| 16 | Rajasthan Women & Child Dev. Service | 04 | L-14 |
| 17 | Rajasthan Labour Welfare Service | 02 | L-12 |
| 18 | Rajasthan Excise Service (General Branch) | 01 | L-12 |
| 19 | Rajasthan Excise (Preventive Force) | 00 | L-12 |
| 20 | Rajasthan Minority Welfare Service | 02 | L-12 |
| 21 | Rajasthan State Agri Marketing Service | 02 | L-14 |
Key Subordinate Service Posts (415 Total):
| S.No. | Service Name | Posts | Pay Matrix |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rajasthan Devasthan Subordinate (NSA) | 06 | L-10 |
| 3 | Rajasthan Cooperative Subordinate (NSA) | 109 | L-10 |
| 5 | Rajasthan Tehsildar Service (NSA) | 136 | L-11 |
| 6 | Rajasthan Tehsildar Service (SA) | 12 | L-11 |
| 7 | Rajasthan Excise Subordinate (NSA) | 11 | L-10 |
| 9 | Rajasthan Planning Subordinate | 20 | L-10 |
| 23 | Rajasthan Labour Welfare Sub. (NSA) | 34 | L-10 |
| 26 | Raj. Agri Marketing Sub. Service | 06 | L-11 |
(Complete category-wise vacancy breakdown is available in Parishisht-1 of the official notification)
Category-wise Reservation (State Services – 192 Posts):
| Category | Approx. Posts |
|---|---|
| GEN (UR) | 41 |
| SC | 35 |
| ST | 17 |
| OBC | 22 |
| MBC | 07 |
| EWS | 15 |
| PH/PwBD | Various |
| Ex-Serviceman | As per rules |
Reservation facility is available as per Rajasthan state rules. SC/ST/OBC/EWS aspirants receive considerable relaxations in respect of age and percentage of marks, thus making it easier for such aspirants to clear this exam. Divyangjan candidates also get separate quota with age relaxation.
🎓 Educational Qualification
Minimum Required: A Degree from any University incorporated by an Act of Central/State Legislature in India, or declared to be a deemed University under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956 — or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government in consultation with the Commission.
In simple terms, you need a Bachelor’s Degree (graduation) from any recognized university to apply for this exam.
Important Note: Those candidates who have completed the first year of graduation can also apply provisionally but should submit proof of clearing the eligibility test in time for counselling/verification of documents/selection.
This dual eligibility criterion has made the RAS test open to graduates across various disciplines including arts, science, commerce, engineering, etc., thus becoming one of the most inclusive government examinations in Rajasthan.
📉 Minimum Qualifying Marks
The Preliminary Examination is a screening test only; its marks are NOT counted in the final merit list.
For the Main Examination, candidates must secure:
- Minimum 10% marks in each paper, AND
- Minimum 15% marks in aggregate across all papers to qualify for the Personality & Viva Voce round.
Relaxation: The SC/ST category candidates have 5% relaxation from the above-discussed minimum marks criteria. The candidates in ex-servicemen and Divyangjan categories will also have the relaxation according to rules.
It is important to score above the cut-off marks in all the papers because failing to meet the minimum marks criterion in one or more subjects would result in rejection irrespective of the total marks obtained.
🎂 Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years (Age calculated as on 01 January 2027)
- For Contractual Employees of Rajasthan: Minimum age 25 years, Maximum 45 years (as on 01 January 2027)
Note: The base date for age calculation is 01.01.2025 (as per the education department). Therefore, 1 year of additional age relaxation is provided in the maximum age limit.
Age Relaxation Table:
| S.No. | Category | Maximum Age Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS Male (Rajasthan) | 5 Years |
| 2 | SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS Female (Rajasthan) | 10 Years |
| 3 | General Category Women | 5 Years |
| 4 | Widow / Divorced Women | No Upper Age Limit |
| 5 | Ex-Serviceman (State Service) | Up to 50 years |
| 6 | Ex-Serviceman (Subordinate Service) | Up to 50 years (55 where lower post experience needed) |
| 7 | PwBD/Divyangjan | 5 Years additional |
| 8 | Persons serving in State affairs (Substantive) | Up to 45 years |
| 9 | Panchayat Samiti/Zila Parishad employees (Substantive) | Up to 45 years |
| 10 | State Public Sector Undertaking employees (Substantive) | Up to 40 years |
| 11 | NCC Cadet Instructors | Period of NCC service as relaxation |
Age relaxation provisions are generous, particularly for women and reserved categories. Widow and divorced women have no upper age limit, making this an inclusive opportunity for all eligible candidates.
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General (UR) / OBC (Creamy Layer) / Other State Candidates | ₹600/- |
| SC / ST / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) / MBC / EWS / PwBD (Rajasthan) | ₹400/- |
| PwBD Candidates | ₹400/- |
Payment Mode: Online only via RPSC’s official website https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in
Important Fee Notes:
- All correction fees (any type) require payment of ₹500/-
- Exam date edit option opens 60 days before Prelims (7 days prior); fees apply for changes
- Once submitted, fee is generally non-refundable
- If OTR is blocked due to non-appearance in 2 exams, fee of ₹750/- is required to unblock; if blocked again, ₹1500/- is charged
The fee structure is pocket-friendly for reserved category and PwBD candidates from Rajasthan. Make sure to pay online before the deadline, as no offline payment is accepted.
⚙️ Selection Process
The selection takes place in three successive stages:
- Preliminary Examination (Prelims)
- Objective Type (MCQ), Online/Offline
- 200 marks, 3 hours
- Subject: General Knowledge & General Science
- Serves as screening test only; marks NOT counted in final merit
- Main Examination (Mains)
- Descriptive/Analytical type — 4 papers
- Paper I: General Studies-I (200 marks)
- Paper II: General Studies-II (200 marks)
- Paper III: General Studies-III (200 marks)
- Paper IV: General Hindi & General English (200 marks)
- Total: 800 marks, 3 hours per paper
- Standard of General Hindi & English: Sr. Secondary level
- Personality Test / Viva Voce
- 100 marks
- Conducted for candidates qualifying Main Exam
- Assessment of character, personality, address, physique, and knowledge of Rajasthani culture
- NCC ‘C’ Certificate holders given preference in Rajasthan Police Service
RAS examination is known to be very competitive, with lakhs of students competing for a few positions. This three-step process helps to ensure that only the best candidates with diverse skills and abilities are chosen.
📚 Examination Syllabus
Preliminary Examination:
- Subject: General Knowledge & General Science
- Maximum Marks: 200
- Time: 3 Hours
- Standard: Bachelor’s Degree Level
- All questions are objective/MCQ type
Main Examination (4 Papers):
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 & General English | 200 | 3 Hours |
The detailed/updated syllabus has been uploaded on the RPSC website via Press Note dated 09.01.2026. Candidates must download and study the latest official syllabus for both Prelims and Mains from https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in
General Studies papers include History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science & Technology, Current Affairs, and special sections related to Rajasthan. Specialized preparation for all the individual papers along with Rajasthan GK will certainly help you clear the cutoff marks in the mains examination.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 27 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 04 June 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 03 July 2026 (up to 12:00 midnight) |
| Last Date to Pay Exam Fee | 03 July 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | To be announced |
| Main Exam Date | To be announced |
Application correction window opens before the prelims (exact date to be notified). Candidates get 10 days after last date to make paid corrections (₹500/- fee).
Don’t wait until the last minute; server load may cause problems. Register ahead of time, remember to secure your registration number, and regularly visit the official RPSC website for information regarding Admit Card and Exam Date notifications.
📝 How to Apply
- Visit the Official RPSC Website: Go to https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR): Login to the SSO Portal at https://sso.rajasthan.gov.in using your Citizen Apps (G2C) credentials. Complete OTR by providing your own photo, father’s name (if Aadhaar-linked), date of birth, gender — all matching your Aadhaar/Janaadhaar.
- Fill OTR Profile Carefully: You cannot modify name, father’s name, date of birth, or gender without Aadhaar/Janaadhaar verification. Correct your profile via “Update Details from Aadhaar/Janaadhaar” before applying.
- Click Apply Online Link: On the Recruitment Portal, click the Apply Online link for RAS/RTS 2026.
- Upload Live Photo: During form filling, a live photo is automatically captured via your device camera. Check the photo clarity in the preview before submitting.
- Upload Signature & Thumb Impression: Mandatory — scanned left-hand thumb impression and signature must be uploaded. Physical thumb impression will also be taken at the exam hall.
- Fill All Details: Enter educational qualifications, experience, caste/category details, and other required information carefully.
- Pay the Application Fee: Pay online as per your category. Keep the payment receipt.
- Submit Application: Preview all details, then submit. After submission, take a printout of the application form.
- Note Your Application Number: If you don’t receive an Application No. after submission, your application has NOT been submitted. Check the preview before final submit.
Candidates should complete the OTR process well in advance to avoid last-minute technical issues. Read the Instructions for Applicants carefully on the RPSC website before starting the online application.
📜 General Conditions
- Non-Scheduled Area (NSA) posts: candidates from outside Rajasthan can apply only against non-reserved vacancies
- Subordinate service posts at S.No. 1, 3, 4, 7, 8, 13, 23, and 26 are reserved for departmental (ministerial) employees — check the notification carefully
- Minimum 5 years of service (officiating or substantive) required as of 01 January 2027 for departmental candidates
- Age calculation base: 01 January 2027 (for general candidates)
- Candidates must NOT have more than 2 living children born on or after 01 June 2002 (exceptions apply for existing children before that date)
- Marriage registration certificate is mandatory at the time of appointment for male candidates
- Candidates must be domicile of Rajasthan to claim reservation benefits; candidates from other states will be treated as General category
- False/incomplete information in the application can lead to cancellation at any stage, even after selection
- All papers in the exam must be answered in Hindi or English only (not a mix in the same paper)
- Candidates should use the same mobile number and email ID throughout; changes must be notified to RPSC immediately
Before you apply, make sure that you read carefully through all the 20+ conditions mentioned in the official notice. One slip-up related to any of these three aspects—category, eligibility, or document submission—can result in your disqualification from the examination.
🔗 Important Links
- Apply Online: https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in (Apply Online Section)
- Official Notification PDF: https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in
- SSO Login Portal: https://sso.rajasthan.gov.in
- Official Website: https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in
- Helpdesk / Queries: 0145-2635212 and 2635200
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
The last date to submit the online application for RPSC RAS/RTS Combined Competitive Examination 2026 is 03 July 2026 (up to 12:00 midnight). The application fee must also be paid by the same date. Candidates are advised to apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Any Indian citizen who holds a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university (or equivalent qualification approved by the Government) and is between 21 to 40 years of age (as on 01 January 2027) is eligible to apply. Final year degree students may also apply provisionally. Additional age relaxations are available for SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS/Women/PwBD/Ex-servicemen categories.
A total of 607 posts have been notified — 192 State Service posts (including RAS, Police Service, Accounts Service, etc.) and 415 Subordinate Service posts (including Tehsildar, Cooperative Service, Labour Welfare, etc.). Note: The number of posts may be revised as per actual departmental vacancies.
State Service posts carry Pay Matrix Level L-12 or L-14 (which corresponds to approximately ₹37,800–₹1,20,000 or higher as per 7th Pay Commission norms). Subordinate Service posts carry Pay Matrix Level L-10 or L-11. Additionally, government employees receive DA, HRA, TA, and other allowances as per Rajasthan government rules.
The selection process consists of three stages: (1) Preliminary Examination — 200 marks objective/MCQ screening test; (2) Main Examination — 4 descriptive papers of 200 marks each (800 marks total); and (3) Personality Test/Viva Voce — 100 marks. The final merit is based on Mains + Viva Voce scores only.
The application fee is ₹600/- for General/OBC Creamy Layer/Other State candidates, and ₹400/- for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/MBC/EWS/PwBD candidates of Rajasthan. Payment must be made online through the official RPSC website. The fee is generally non-refundable.
The detailed and updated syllabus for both the Preliminary and Main Examination has been released by RPSC via Press Note dated 09 January 2026. Candidates can download the complete syllabus directly from the official RPSC website at https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in under the relevant exam section.
📜 Disclaimer
The information provided in this post is based on the official RPSC notification dated 27 May 2026. CurrentOpenings (https://currentopenings.in/) is not responsible for any discrepancy, error, or change in the information. Candidates are strongly advised to verify all details — including vacancy count, eligibility, dates, fee, and syllabus — from the official RPSC website (https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in) and the official notification before applying. We do not take any responsibility for decisions made solely on the basis of this post.
| Advertisement No. | 02/Pariksha/RAS&RTS/RPSC/EP-I/2026–27 |
| Total Vacancies | 607 |
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Apply Date | 04 Jun 2026 — 03 Jul 2026 Upcoming |
| Job Location | 📍 Rajasthan |
| Official Advertisement | Download PDF |
| Notification Date | 27 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 04 June 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 03 July 2026 (up to 12:00 midnight) |
| Last Date to Pay Exam Fee | 03 July 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | To be announced |
| Apply Online | Apply Now |
| SSO Login Portal | Login URL |
| Helpdesk / Queries | 0145-2635212 and 2635200 |
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