RPSC RAS Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 607 Vacancies

RPSC has officially released the RAS 2026 notification for 607 administrative posts! Check eligibility criteria, exam dates, and syllabus.

The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC), Ajmer, has officially released the detailed notification for the Rajasthan State and Subordinate Services Combined Competitive Examination 2026 (Advt No. 02/Exam/RAS&RTS/RPSC/EP-I/2026–27). This highly anticipated administrative recruitment drive aims to fill 607 vacancies across various prestigious state departments.

The online application window will open on June 4, 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their forms through the unified SSO portal until July 3, 2026. As the premier civil services examination in Rajasthan, the RAS exam selects candidates for elite administrative positions, including the Rajasthan Administrative Service (RAS), Rajasthan Police Service (RPS), and Rajasthan Accounts Service.

RPSC RAS 2026 Recruitment: Important Dates & Timeline

To ensure your application transitions smoothly through the commission’s evaluation pipeline, track the official schedule detailed below:

Service-Wise Vacancy Breakup

The 607 total vacancies are split between core administrative state cadres and various subordinate service lines:

• State Services: 192 Posts (Includes high-profile designations like RAS, RPS, Accounts Service, Cooperative Service, and Commercial Tax Service).
• Subordinate Services: 415 Posts (Includes critical administrative execution roles like Tehsildar Service, Excise Subordinate Service, and Food & Public Distribution Service).

Are You Eligible? Age Limit & Education Criteria

Candidates must satisfy the baseline academic and age parameters as of the official eligibility cut-off dates:

1. Educational Qualification

• Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a university incorporated by an Act of the Central or State Legislature in India, or any other educational institution recognized by the UGC.
• Appearing Candidates: Students in their final year of graduation are eligible to apply for the Preliminary stage but must successfully clear their degree and produce original marksheets before the commencement of the descriptive Main Examination.

2. Age Limit (Calculated as of January 1, 2027)

• For General Candidates: Minimum 21 Years and maximum 40 Years.
• For Non-Gazetted Employees: Minimum 25 Years and maximum 45 Years.
• Upper Age Relaxation (Rajasthan Domicile Only):
  • SC / ST / OBC / MBC / EWS (Male Candidates): 5 Years (up to 45 years)
  • SC / ST / OBC / MBC / EWS (Female Candidates): 10 Years (up to 50 years)
  • General Category Women: 5 Years
  • Widows & Divorced Women: No Upper Age Limit

Selection Process & Crucial Exam Pattern Changes

The selection framework follows a strict three-tier competitive configuration:

Stage 1: Preliminary Examination (Qualifying)

• Format: Single paper, objective type (MCQs), worth 200 marks with a duration of 3 hours.
• Syllabus: General Knowledge and General Science (with a significant section dedicated to Rajasthan’s history, art, culture, geography, and economic environment).
• Negative Marking: A penalty deduction of 1/3rd mark applies for every incorrect answer.
• Critical New Rule: To curb malpractices, leaving blank answers can disqualify you. If you leave more than 10 questions completely unanswered without darkening the designated fifth option for skipped questions, you will be automatically disqualified.

Stage 2: Main Written Examination (Descriptive)

Candidates shortlisted from the Prelims stage will face four descriptive papers (General Studies I, II, III, and General Hindi/English), each worth 200 marks.

• Major Structural Shift: For the 2026 cycle, RPSC has completely removed the 2-mark short questions from the Mains pattern. The papers will now strictly contain only 5-mark and 10-mark analytical descriptive questions, demanding extensive structural writing skills.

Stage 3: Personality Test / Viva-Voce (100 Marks)

The final interview stage evaluates candidates on character, personality, leadership traits, and their fundamental knowledge of Rajasthani cultural heritage.

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply Online via SSO Portal

Once the registration window goes live on June 4, follow these instructions to fill the form without error:

1. Log into the Portal: Go to the official Rajasthan Single Sign-On hub at sso.rajasthan.gov.in.
2. Access Recruitment Stack: Navigate to Citizen Apps (G2C) and click on the “Recruitment Portal” icon.
3. One-Time Registration (OTR): If not completed previously, select the OTR link. Input your personal data, upload your identity documents, and complete your profile baseline using your unique Jan Aadhaar or Aadhaar parameters.
4. Fill Application Details: Click on the live link titled “Apply Online for RPSC RAS/RTS Recruitment 2026.” Your OTR parameters will auto-populate the layout. Add your choice preferences for the State and Subordinate service matrices.
5. Upload & Complete Fee Clearance: Upload a recent, clear color photograph and signature against a white background. Complete your registration fee payment directly inside the OTR network through standard digital channels. Download and save the final application printout containing your unique Application Number.