🏛️ RPSC RAS 2026 Notification OUT – 607 Vacancies!
Apply Online: 04 June – 03 July 2026 | Prelims: 29 Nov 2026
RPSC RAS 2026 Notification: The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC), Ajmer has released the much-awaited official notification for the Rajasthan State & Subordinate Services Combined Competitive Examination (RAS/RTS) 2026 on 27 May 2026. A total of 607 vacancies have been announced — 192 in State Services (RAS, RPS, Accounts, Industry, Tourism, etc.) and 415 in Subordinate Services (Tehsildar, Excise, Cooperative, Jail, Food & Civil Supply and more). Eligible graduates can apply online through the Rajasthan SSO portal from 04 June 2026, with the last date being 03 July 2026 (till midnight). The Preliminary Examination is scheduled for 29 November 2026 (Sunday). This is one of the most prestigious state-level civil services examinations in India, offering Pay Matrix Level L-10 to L-14 along with all government allowances and benefits.
📋 Quick Overview – RPSC RAS 2026
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC), Ajmer |
| Exam Name | Rajasthan State & Subordinate Services Combined Competitive Examination 2026 (RAS/RTS) |
| Notification Released | 27 May 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 607 (State 192 + Subordinate 415) |
| Application Mode | Online via Rajasthan SSO portal |
| Application Start | 04 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 03 July 2026 (12:00 midnight) |
| Prelims Exam Date | 29 November 2026 (Sunday) |
| Eligibility | Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university |
| Age Limit (as on 01.01.2027) | 21 – 40 years (25 – 45 for Non-Gazetted employees) |
| Selection Process | Prelims → Mains → Interview |
| Pay Matrix Level | L-10 to L-14 (Subordinate to State Services) |
| Job Location | Rajasthan (state-wide postings) |
| Official Website | rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 27 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 04 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 03 July 2026 (midnight) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 03 July 2026 |
| Prelims Admit Card | ~1 week before exam |
| Prelims Exam Date | 29 November 2026 (Sunday) |
| Mains Exam Date | To be announced |
🏷️ Vacancy Breakdown (Total 607)
State Services – 192 Posts
| Service Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Rajasthan Administrative Service (RAS) | 57 |
| Rajasthan Police Service (RPS) | 26 |
| Rajasthan Accounts Service | 36 |
| Rajasthan Cooperative Service | 06 |
| Rajasthan Planning Service | 03 |
| Rajasthan Prison Service | 05 |
| Rajasthan Industry Service | 12 |
| Rajasthan State Insurance Service | 11 |
| Rajasthan Food & Civil Supply Service | 01 |
| Rajasthan Tourism Service | 06 |
| Rajasthan Transport Service | 10 |
| Rajasthan Women & Child Development Service | 01 |
| Rajasthan Labour Welfare Service | 01 |
| Rajasthan Excise Service | 06 |
| Rajasthan Food Safety Service | 04 |
| Rajasthan Public Relations Service | 02 |
| Rajasthan Employment Service | 01 |
| Rajasthan Minority Affairs Service | 02 |
| Rajasthan Agriculture Marketing Service | 02 |
| Total – State Services | 192 |
Subordinate Services – 415 Posts
| Service Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Rajasthan Tehsildar Service (NSA) | 06 |
| Rajasthan Cooperative Service | 109 |
| Rajasthan Cooperative Service (SA) | 04 |
| Rajasthan Excise Service (NSA) | 136 |
| Rajasthan Excise Service (SA) | 12 |
| Rajasthan Food & Civil Supply Service (NSA) | 11 |
| Rajasthan Food & Civil Supply Service (SA) | 08 |
| Rajasthan Development Officer Service | 20 |
| Rajasthan Industry Service | 05 |
| Rajasthan Food & Civil Supply Officer Service (NSA) | 17 |
| Rajasthan Food & Civil Supply Officer Service (SA) | 02 |
| Rajasthan Cooperative Audit Service (NSA) | 08 |
| Rajasthan Industry Subordinate Service | 06 |
| Rajasthan Devasthan Department Service (NSA) | 02 |
| Rajasthan Devasthan Department Service (SA) | 01 |
| Rajasthan Commercial Tax Subordinate Service (NSA) | 20 |
| Rajasthan Commercial Tax Subordinate Service (SA) | 02 |
| Rajasthan Minority Affairs Service (NSA) | 05 |
| Rajasthan Jail Subordinate Service (NSA) | 34 |
| Rajasthan Jail Subordinate Service (SA) | 01 |
| Rajasthan Agriculture Marketing Subordinate Service | 06 |
| Total – Subordinate Services | 415 |
| GRAND TOTAL | 607 |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian Citizen |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university (final-year students may apply provisionally) |
| Minimum Age | 21 years |
| Maximum Age | 40 years (as on 01.01.2027) |
| Age for Non-Gazetted Employees | 25 – 45 years |
| Age Relaxation | SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD/Women/Ex-SM as per Rajasthan Government rules |
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Creamy Layer OBC / MBC | ₹600/- |
| SC / ST / Non-Creamy Layer OBC / MBC / EWS / PwBD | ₹400/- |
| Payment Mode | Online — Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI via OTR (One-Time Registration) |
📝 How to Apply for RPSC RAS 2026 (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the Rajasthan SSO portal: sso.rajasthan.gov.in
- Log in using your SSO ID and password (register if new).
- From the dashboard, select "Recruitment Portal" and choose RPSC RAS/RTS 2026.
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) if not already done.
- Fill the RPSC RAS application form with personal, educational, and category details.
- Upload your recent photograph and signature (as per RPSC specifications).
- Select preferred exam centre (Prelims).
- Pay the application fee online (₹600 / ₹400 as applicable).
- Review all entries, submit the form, and take a printout for future reference.
- Note your Application Reference Number for admit card download.
📖 Exam Pattern
Stage 1: Preliminary Examination (Objective – 200 Marks)
| Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge & General Science | 200 | 3 Hours |
⚠️ Key Instructions for Prelims OMR:
- 5 Options per Question: Each question has 5 options (1, 2, 3, 4, 5). Darken only one circle using a Blue Ball Point Pen.
- Mandatory to Attempt: If skipping, you must darken the 5th circle to indicate "Not Attempted".
- Negative Marking: Wrong answer OR all 5 circles left blank → 1/3 mark deducted.
- Extra Time: 10 additional minutes given at the end for verification.
- Disqualification Rule: Leaving more than 10% questions completely blank (no circle darkened) → disqualification.
Stage 2: Main Examination (Descriptive – 800 Marks)
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| I | General Studies – I | 200 | 3 Hours |
| II | General Studies – II | 200 | 3 Hours |
| III | General Studies – III | 200 | 3 Hours |
| IV | General Hindi & General English | 200 | 3 Hours |
Minimum Qualifying Marks (Mains): 10% in each paper + 15% aggregate for General candidates. 5% relaxation for SC/ST/Ex-SM/PwBD.
Stage 3: Personality Test / Interview (100 Marks)
Final merit list will be based on the combined marks of Mains (800) + Interview (100). Prelims marks are only for screening.
💼 RPSC RAS Salary 2026
- State Services (RAS, RPS, etc.): Pay Matrix Level L-12 to L-14 (~₹56,100 – ₹2,09,200 per month)
- Subordinate Services: Pay Matrix Level L-10 to L-11 (~₹39,300 – ₹1,42,400 per month)
- Plus DA, HRA, Travel Allowance, Medical Benefits, Pension (NPS), and other government allowances.
✅ Selection Process Summary
- Preliminary Examination — Screening only (29 Nov 2026)
- Main Examination — 4 descriptive papers, 800 marks total
- Personality Test (Interview) — 100 marks
- Document Verification — Final stage before appointment
📑 Documents Required for Application
- Valid SSO ID (Rajasthan Single Sign-On)
- Recent passport-size photograph (as per RPSC specifications)
- Scanned signature
- 10th / 12th / Graduation mark sheets and certificates
- Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/MBC) in Rajasthan format, if applicable
- EWS certificate (valid for current financial year), if applicable
- PwBD certificate, if applicable
- Ex-Servicemen certificate, if applicable
- Domicile / Bonafide certificate of Rajasthan (if claiming state-quota benefits)
- Aadhaar Card
⚠️ Critical Warnings
- Apply only through the official Rajasthan SSO portal. RPSC does NOT accept offline/email applications.
- Once submitted, certain fields cannot be edited — review carefully before final submission.
- Application fee once paid is non-refundable.
- Provide a valid mobile number & email — all communication (admit card, results) will be sent here.
- Beware of fake notifications and coaching agents claiming guaranteed selection — RPSC selection is purely merit-based.
- Final-year students must produce their degree certificate before the Mains examination.
🔗 Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| RPSC RAS 2026 Official Notification (PDF) | Download |
| Apply Online (SSO Portal) | sso.rajasthan.gov.in |
| RPSC Official Website | rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in |
| All Recruitment Advertisements | Click Here |
| RPSC News & Updates | News Page |
| Sarkari Nokrii Home | sarkarinokrii.com |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Who released the RPSC RAS Notification 2026?
Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC), Ajmer released it on 27 May 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are announced?
Total 607 vacancies — 192 State Services + 415 Subordinate Services.
Q3. When does online application start?
From 04 June 2026.
Q4. What is the last date to apply?
03 July 2026 (till 12:00 midnight).
Q5. When is the Prelims Exam?
29 November 2026 (Sunday).
Q6. What is the age limit?
21 to 40 years (as on 01.01.2027). 25–45 years for Non-Gazetted Rajasthan Government employees.
Q7. What is the application fee?
₹600 (Gen/Creamy OBC/MBC); ₹400 (SC/ST/NCL OBC/MBC/EWS/PwBD).
Q8. What is the educational qualification?
Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university.
Q9. What is the selection process?
Three stages — Preliminary Examination → Main Examination → Personality Test (Interview).
Q10. Where to apply?
Through the Rajasthan SSO portal at sso.rajasthan.gov.in.
✅ Conclusion
The RPSC RAS 2026 Notification opens the door to 607 prestigious civil service positions in the Government of Rajasthan, spanning administrative, police, accounts, tehsildar, excise, cooperative, and many more critical departments. With applications opening on 04 June 2026 and closing on 03 July 2026, eligible graduates aged 21–40 should begin preparation immediately — the Prelims is just six months away on 29 November 2026. Use the SSO portal, keep documents ready, pay the fee well before the deadline, and start mastering Rajasthan-specific GK to maximize your chances. Bookmark this page for live updates on admit cards, exam pattern changes, answer keys, and results.