The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has announced the RAS Recruitment 2026 for a total of 607 posts across State Services and Subordinate Services categories. The application window is open from June 4, 2026, and closes on July 3, 2026, at midnight. Candidates aged between 21 and 40 years holding a bachelor’s degree are eligible to apply. The examination consists of a Preliminary stage, a main written examination, and a personality and viva-voce assessment. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official website at https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in or via the SSO Portal at https://sso.rajasthan.gov.in.
Notification Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) |
| Recruitment Name | RAS & Subordinate Services Recruitment 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 607 Posts |
| Advertisement Number | As per the official notification |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Location | Rajasthan |
| Official Website | https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 27/05/2026 |
| Application Start Date | 04/06/2026 |
| Application Closing Date | 03/07/2026 (12:00 Midnight) |
| Preliminary Examination | To be notified on the official website |
| Main Examination | To be notified after the preliminary results |
Age Limit
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| General Age Limit | Minimum 21 years, Maximum 40 years as on 01/01/2027 |
| Departmental Candidates | Minimum 25 years, Maximum 45 years as on 01/01/2027 |
| SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS Male Candidates | 5 years of relaxation |
| SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS Women Candidates | 10 years of relaxation |
| General Category Women Candidates | 5 years of relaxation |
| Widows and Divorced Women | No upper age limit |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | 5 years additional relaxation |
| Ex-Servicemen (State Services) | 10 years of relaxation |
| Ex-Servicemen (Subordinate Services) | 15 years of relaxation |
| PSU/Corporation Employees | Up to 40 years |
| Panchayat Samiti/Zila Parishad Employees | Up to 45 years |
| State Government Employees | Up to 45 years |
Educational Qualification
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree from any University incorporated under the Central or State Legislature Act, or deemed University under the UGC Act 1956, or equivalent qualification recognized by the Government |
| Experience Requirement (Departmental Candidates) | Minimum 5 years service (officiating or substantive) as on 01/01/2027 for non-gazetted state government employees |
| Important Note | Candidates lacking required qualifications at application time must withdraw; submitting false information violates Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023 Section 217 and leads to a 3-year debarment from RPSC exams |
RPSC RAS Vacancy Details
State Services – 192 Posts
| Service Name | No. of Posts | Pay Matrix |
|---|---|---|
| Rajasthan Administrative Service | 57 | L-14 |
| Rajasthan Police Service | 26 | L-14 |
| Rajasthan Accounts Service | 36 | L-14 |
| Rajasthan Cooperative Service | 6 | L-12 |
| Rajasthan Planning Service | 3 | L-12 |
| Rajasthan Prison Service | 5 | L-12 |
| Rajasthan Industries Service | 12 | L-12 |
| Rajasthan State Insurance Service | 11 | L-14 |
| Rajasthan Food & Civil Supplies Service | 1 | L-12 |
| Rajasthan Tourism Service | 6 | L-12 |
| Rajasthan Transport Service | 10 | L-12 |
| Rajasthan Integrated Child Development Service | 1 | L-14 |
| Rajasthan Devasthan Service | 1 | L-12 |
| Rajasthan Rural Development Service | 6 | L-14 |
| Rajasthan Women Development Service | 4 | L-14 |
| Rajasthan Labour Welfare Service | 2 | L-12 |
| Rajasthan Excise (General Branch) Service | 1 | L-12 |
| Rajasthan Minority Affairs Service | 2 | L-12 |
| Rajasthan State Agricultural Marketing Service (Marketing Officer) | 2 | L-14 |
| Total State Services | 192 | – |
Subordinate Services – 415 Posts
| Service Name | No. of Posts | Pay Matrix |
|---|---|---|
| Rajasthan Devasthan Subordinate Service (NSA) | 6 | L-10 |
| Rajasthan Cooperation Subordinate Service (NSA) | 109 | L-10 |
| Rajasthan Cooperation Subordinate Service (SA) | 4 | L-10 |
| Rajasthan Tehsildar Service (NSA) | 136 | L-11 |
| Rajasthan Tehsildar Service (SA) | 12 | L-11 |
| Rajasthan Excise Subordinate Service (NSA) | 11 | L-10 |
| Rajasthan Excise Subordinate Service (SA) | 8 | L-10 |
| Rajasthan Planning Subordinate Service | 20 | L-10 |
| Rajasthan Industries Subordinate Service | 5 | L-11 |
| Rajasthan Food & Civil Supplies Subordinate Service (NSA) | 17 | L-10 |
| Rajasthan Food & Civil Supplies Subordinate Service (SA) | 2 | L-10 |
| Rajasthan Integrated Child Development Subordinate Service (NSA) | 8 | L-11 |
| Rajasthan Integrated Child Development Subordinate Service (SA) | 6 | L-11 |
| Rajasthan Social Justice & Empowerment – Probation & Prison Welfare Officer (NSA) | 2 | L-11 |
| Rajasthan Social Justice & Empowerment – Probation & Prison Welfare Officer (SA) | 1 | L-11 |
| Rajasthan Social Justice & Empowerment – Social Security Officer (NSA) | 20 | L-11 |
| Rajasthan Social Justice & Empowerment – Social Security Officer (SA) | 2 | L-11 |
| Rajasthan Social Justice & Empowerment – District Probation & Social Welfare Officer (NSA) | 5 | L-12 |
| Rajasthan Labour Welfare Subordinate Service (NSA) | 34 | L-10 |
| Rajasthan Labour Welfare Subordinate Service (SA) | 1 | L-10 |
| Rajasthan Subordinate Service – State Agricultural Marketing Department (Junior Marketing Officer) | 6 | L-11 |
| Total Subordinate Services | 415 | – |
Role & Responsibilities
Administrative and policy-level positions within RPSC recruitment require knowledge of Rajasthan’s governance framework, constitutional provisions, and sectoral policy implementation across agriculture, taxation, infrastructure, and social welfare. Selected candidates handle revenue administration, tax collection, social program execution, and cooperative management. These roles involve decision-making and navigating bureaucratic procedures within the state government machinery.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| General (Unreserved) / OBC (Creamy Layer) / MBC (Creamy Layer) Candidates | 600 |
| Reserved Category (SC/ST/OBC Non-Creamy Layer/MBC Non-Creamy Layer/EWS/Saharia Tribe) Candidates | 400 |
| Persons with Disabilities (Divyang) Candidates | 400 |
Payment Method: Online payment through https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in. Note: Candidates from other states belonging to SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories will be classified as the General category and must pay the General category fee.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Preliminary Examination | Objective type, single paper covering General Knowledge & General Science; 200 marks; 3-hour duration; conducted in Online/Offline mode; marks not counted in final merit |
| Main Examination Qualification | Top candidates qualifying the Preliminary (15 times total vacancies) advance to Main stage |
| Main Examination – Papers I-III | General Studies (Papers I, II, III); each paper: 200 marks, 3-hour duration, descriptive/analytical format |
| Main Examination – Paper IV | General Hindi and General English; 200 marks; 3-hour duration |
| Main Examination Qualifying Marks | Minimum 10% per paper, 15% aggregate required; SC/ST candidates eligible for 5% relaxation |
| Personality & Viva voce | 100 marks; candidates qualifying the Main examination called for assessment; NCC ‘C’ Certificate holders preferred for Rajasthan Police Service |
How to Apply for RPSC RAS & Subordinate Services Recruitment 2026
- Click the official apply link below.
Important Instructions
Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility parameters at the time of application submission. Withdrawing an application after initial submission is not permissible once the deadline has passed. The RPSC reserves the right to conduct document verification and background checks on selected candidates. Any candidate found submitting false information or providing fabricated documents will face legal action under applicable laws and may be permanently barred from future RPSC examinations. Reserved category status must be supported by valid documentation as prescribed by the state government at the time of verification. No manual applications or offline submissions will be accepted; all registrations must be completed through the official online portal only.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online / Login Portal | Login Here |
| Official Website | Official Website |
| Download Notification | View Notification |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many total vacancies are available for the RPSC RAS Recruitment 2026?
Ans. There are 607 positions open in total. This includes 192 roles in State Services and 415 spots in Subordinate Services across various departments.
Q2. What are the age criteria to apply for the RAS exam?
Ans. Generally, you need to be at least 21 years old and no older than 40 as of January 1, 2027. If you belong to a reserved category, are a woman, an ex-serviceman, a person with disabilities, or a state government employee, you may qualify for age relaxations ranging from 5 to 15 years.
Q3. When does the application window close?
Ans. You have until midnight on July 3, 2026, to submit your application. Make sure to complete it before the deadline, as late submissions aren’t accepted.
Q4. How much does it cost to apply?
Ans. The fee is ₹600 if you’re in the General, OBC (Creamy Layer), or MBC (Creamy Layer) categories. For SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), EWS, Saharia Tribe, and candidates with disabilities, the fee is reduced to ₹400. Payments must be made online via the official portal.
Q5. Do I need a specific degree for these posts?
Ans. You simply need a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification recognized by the government. There isn’t a requirement for a specific stream.
Q6. Can you break down the selection process?
Ans. The process involves three main phases. First, there’s a Preliminary Exam which is an objective-type screening. If you pass, you’ll move to the Main Exam, which features four descriptive papers. Finally, candidates who clear the mains are called for a Personality and Viva-voce assessment worth 100 marks.
Q7. Are there minimum qualifying marks for the Main Exam?
Ans. Yes, you must score at least 10% in each individual paper and achieve an overall aggregate of 15% across the Main Exam. Candidates from SC/ST categories get a 5% relaxation on these minimums.
