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Rajasthan Administrative Service (RAS) Prelims
Rajasthan PSC RAS Prelims — single GS paper, 150 MCQs in 3 hours, for State Civil/Police services.
Updated 8 Sept 2026 ·Vacancy counts change every cycle — always confirm the exact number in the latest official notification before applying.
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RPSC RAS eligibility
Verified against the official notification. Source ↗ · last reconciled 2026-05.
- Age
- 21 – 40 years (General)21-40 for General. Age relaxation: OBC/SC/ST/Women — varies (max 45 for state govt employees, women, SC/ST). Reference date is 1 January of the year next to exam year.
- Education
- Bachelor's degree (any discipline) from a recognised university.
- Attempts
- No formal attempt limit other than the upper age cap.
- Nationality
- Indian citizen.
- Other
- Devnagri (Hindi) proficiency required at the Mains stage.
RPSC RAS cutoffs
Historical cutoffs are a guide, not a prediction. Use them to set a realistic target, not to predict next year's exact number.
Prelims cutoff (qualifying for Mains)
out of 200 marks| Year | Category | Cutoff |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | General | 78 – 82 |
| 2023 | OBC | 76 – 80 |
| 2023 | EWS | 74 – 78 |
| 2023 | SC | 68 – 72 |
| 2023 | ST | 62 – 68 |
| 2021 | General | 87.8 |
| 2021 | OBC | 85.3 |
Source: official ↗ · verified 2026-05.
RPSC RAS salary after selection
Approximate starting gross at an X-class (metro) posting. Actual pay depends on post, city, year of joining and prevailing DA.
RAS — Sub-Divisional Officer (Revenue) / Tehsildar (entry)
Pay Level L-14 (Rajasthan)- Basic pay
- ₹56,100
- Gross monthly
- ₹85,000 – ₹95,000 (Jaipur, after probation)
Source: official ↗ · verified 2026-05.
RPS (Rajasthan Police Service) / DySP
Pay Level L-14- Basic pay
- ₹56,100
- Gross monthly
- ₹85,000 – ₹95,000
Source: official ↗ · verified 2026-05.
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Full-length subject tests below — 25 questions each, real exam format, instant scoring. Want to drill a single topic? Every topic has its own 10-question test in the syllabus.
History of India and Rajasthan
93 QsArt, Culture, Literature and Heritage of Rajasthan
57 QsGeography of World, India and Rajasthan
80 QsIndian and Rajasthan Polity and Governance
63 QsIndian and Rajasthan Economy
64 QsScience, Technology and Environment
63 QsReasoning, Mental Ability and Current Affairs
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Top 1-2% — RAS toppers
82–100% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Among highest Prelims scorers statewide
- •RAS with potential for rank 1-50 in final merit (if Mains/Interview maintain performance)
- •Fast-track promotions to senior positions
- •Collector/District Magistrate — prestigious district postings after service years
- •State Secretariat postings — direct policy roles
- •Rajasthan Public Service Commission reserves best cadre allocations for top rankers
High Prelims achievers
72–82% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Excellent Prelims performance — top tier qualification
- •RAS (Rajasthan Administrative Service) — preferred district postings
- •Deputy Collector (Revenue) — prime locations like Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur
- •Rajasthan Police Service (RPS) — DSP with choice postings
- •Block Development Officer — metro/urban district preference
- •Strong foundation for Mains top ranks
Competitive Prelims score
62–72% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Strong Prelims qualification with comfortable margin
- •RAS Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) — State police cadre
- •Rajasthan Tax Service (RTS) Officer — Group A revenue posts
- •District Magistrate offices — assistant collector positions
- •Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) postings — district administration
- •Good position for Mains and Interview preparation
Prelims qualifying range
50–62% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Likely to clear Prelims cut-off (General category approximately 52-56%)
- •RAS Deputy Collector — Group A subordinate service
- •Block Development Officer (BDO) — District cadre posts
- •Rajasthan Administrative Service (RAS) — lower preference postings possible
- •Must prepare extensively for Mains examination
Border-line zone
35–50% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Below cut-off range
0–35% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
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News & timeline
See older updates →Latest news
The online application process for RPSC RAS 2026 recruitment ended on 3 July 2026. A total of 607 vacancies including 192 State Service and 415 Subordinate Service posts were announced.
RPSC officially postponed the RAS Prelims 2026 from 29 November to 6 December 2026 (Sunday) via a press note dated 2 July 2026. The Mains exam is scheduled for 1-2 May 2027.
Rajasthan Public Service Commission released the RAS 2026 notification on 27 May 2026, opening recruitment for Rajasthan Administrative Service, Police Service, Accounts Service, and other subordinate posts.
RPSC declared the RAS 2024 final result on 18 April 2026 with 2,492 candidates provisionally selected. Dinesh Vishnoi from Barmer secured Rank 1.
Important dates
RAS 2026 Notification released
passedWed, 27 May, 2026
607 vacancies announced (192 State Service + 415 Subordinate Service)
Application window opened
passedThu, 4 Jun, 2026
Application last date
passedFri, 3 Jul, 2026
Application window closed
Prelims Admit Card (expected)
71 days awaySat, 21 Nov, 2026
Typically released 10-15 days before exam
📍RAS Prelims Exam 2026
86 days awaySun, 6 Dec, 2026
Revised from 29 November via press note dated 2 July 2026
Prelims Answer Key (expected)
90 days awayThu, 10 Dec, 2026
Provisional key typically within 1-2 weeks of exam
Prelims Result (expected)
157 days awayMon, 15 Feb, 2027
Based on typical RPSC processing time of 2-3 months
📍RAS Mains Exam 2026
232 days awaySat, 1 May, 2027
Mains scheduled for 1-2 May 2027 (2 days)
Syllabus
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History of India and Rajasthan
Ancient India
Indus Valley civilization, Vedic age, Mauryan and Gupta empires, Buddhism and Jainism.
Medieval India
Delhi Sultanate, Mughal empire, Bhakti and Sufi movements, Vijayanagar.
Modern India
British colonial rule, social reform, freedom struggle from 1857 to 1947.
Indian National Movement
Indian National Congress, Gandhian movements, partition and independence.
Pre-historic Rajasthan
Palaeolithic, Mesolithic and Chalcolithic sites — Kalibangan, Ahar, Ganeshwar, Bagor, Balathal.
Guhilas of Mewar
Bappa Rawal, Rana Kumbha, Rana Sanga, Maharana Pratap and Battle of Haldighati (1576).
Rathores of Marwar
Rao Jodha, Rao Maldeo, Veer Durgadas Rathore and the Marwar succession war.
Kachwahas of Amber and Jaipur
Raja Bharmal, Raja Man Singh I, Sawai Jai Singh II — astronomy, Jaipur city planning.
Chauhans of Sambhar and Ajmer
Prithviraj Chauhan, Battles of Tarain (1191, 1192), Ajaypal.
Pratiharas and Parmars
Gurjara-Pratiharas of Mandore, Parmars of Abu and Vagad — temple architecture.
Tribal kingdoms and uprisings
Bhil and Meena chiefdoms, Govind Guru and the Bhagat movement, Mangarh massacre 1913.
Revolt of 1857 in Rajasthan
Auwa, Nasirabad, Neemuch and Erinpura uprisings; Thakur Kushal Singh of Auwa.
Praja Mandal movements
Bikaner, Jaipur, Mewar, Marwar, Shekhawati Praja Mandals; popular agitations 1938-47.
Peasant and tribal movements
Bijolia, Begun, Shekhawati and Marwar peasant satyagrahas; Eki movement.
Integration of Rajasthan
Seven-stage integration of 19 princely states into Greater Rajasthan, 1948-49.
Art, Culture, Literature and Heritage of Rajasthan
Architecture and monuments
Forts of Chittor, Kumbhalgarh, Ranthambore, Amber, Jaisalmer; Dilwara temples; Hawa Mahal.
Schools of painting
Mewar, Marwar, Bundi-Kota, Kishangarh, Jaipur and Nathdwara miniature schools.
Handicrafts
Blue pottery of Jaipur, Bandhej, Kota Doria, Molela terracotta, Thewa work, leather Jootis.
Folk dances
Ghoomar, Kalbeliya, Bhavai, Terah Taali, Chari, Gair — UNESCO listing of Kalbeliya.
Folk music and instruments
Manganiars, Langas; Sarangi, Kamaicha, Algoza, Ravanhatta.
Fairs and festivals
Pushkar fair, Urs Ajmer, Teej, Gangaur, Mewar festival, Desert festival Jaisalmer.
Saints, Sects and Lok Devtas
Dadu Panth, Nathdwara, Ramdevra; Pabuji, Gogaji, Tejaji, Ramdevji, Karni Mata.
Rajasthani literature and dialects
Marwari, Mewari, Dhundhari, Hadauti, Mewati; works of Chand Bardai, Suryamal Mishran.
Attire, ornaments and customs
Pagari, Angarkhi, Ghaghra-Choli; Rakhdi, Borla, Bajuband; tilak and tying-the-pagari rituals.
Geography of World, India and Rajasthan
World Geography
Continents, oceans, climatic zones, world physical features and major industrial regions.
Physical Geography of India
Himalayas, Peninsular plateau, Indo-Gangetic plain, coastal plains, monsoon system.
Economic Geography of India
Agriculture, mineral and energy resources, industries, transport networks.
Location and physiography of Rajasthan
Largest state by area, divided by Aravalli range into arid west and semi-arid east.
Aravalli range
One of the oldest fold mountain systems; Guru Shikhar (1722 m) — highest peak; ecological divide.
Thar desert
Marusthali; sand dunes (barchans, longitudinal); Indira Gandhi Canal command area.
Rivers of Rajasthan
Chambal, Banas, Luni (saline inland river), Mahi, Sabarmati basins; absence of perennial north-flowing rivers.
Lakes of Rajasthan
Saline — Sambhar, Pachpadra, Didwana; freshwater — Pichola, Fateh Sagar, Jaisamand, Anasagar.
Climate of Rajasthan
Hot arid in west, semi-arid in east; rainfall gradient from south-west monsoon.
Mineral resources
Marble (Makrana), zinc-lead (Zawar, Rampura-Agucha), copper (Khetri), sandstone, limestone, gypsum, rock-phosphate.
Agriculture and livestock
Bajra, jowar, mustard, guar, opium; Tharparkar, Rathi, Gir cattle; sheep wool of Marwari breed.
Wildlife and protected areas
Ranthambore, Sariska, Keoladeo Ghana (UNESCO), Desert NP, Mukundra Hills, Tal Chhapar.
Tribes of Rajasthan
Bhil, Meena, Garasia, Sahariya, Damor — distribution and socio-cultural features.
Indian and Rajasthan Polity and Governance
Indian Constitution
Making, salient features, Preamble, basic structure doctrine.
Fundamental Rights, DPSP and Duties
Articles 12-51A; right to constitutional remedies; landmark cases.
Union Government
President, PM, Council of Ministers, Parliament, Supreme Court.
State Government
Governor, CM, State Legislature, High Court.
Panchayati Raj and Urban Local Bodies
73rd and 74th amendments, three-tier system, financial powers.
Constitutional and statutory bodies
ECI, UPSC, CAG, Finance Commission, NHRC, CIC, Lokpal.
Rajasthan Government structure
Rajasthan Legislative Assembly (200 seats), CM and Council of Ministers, Rajasthan High Court at Jodhpur.
Rajasthan Public Service Commission
Composition, functions, role in state recruitment under Article 315.
Rajasthan local administration
Zila Parishad, Panchayat Samiti, Gram Panchayat; municipal corporations of Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota.
Rajasthan Lokayukta and SHRC
Anti-corruption ombudsman and State Human Rights Commission.
Indian and Rajasthan Economy
Basic concepts
GDP, GNP, NDP, NNP, inflation, fiscal vs monetary policy.
Banking and finance
RBI, monetary policy, NPAs, financial inclusion, UPI.
Budget and taxation
Union Budget, GST, direct and indirect taxes, fiscal deficit.
Planning and NITI Aayog
Five Year Plans, replacement by NITI Aayog, SDGs in India.
Agriculture and food security
MSP, PDS, ICAR, agricultural reforms, e-NAM.
Rajasthan economy overview
Sectoral GSDP composition, services-led growth, agrarian dependence.
Major industries
Cement (largest producer), textiles (Bhilwara, Pali), marble, handicrafts, gems and jewellery (Jaipur).
Energy sector
Solar power leader (Bhadla Solar Park), wind power in Jaisalmer, Suratgarh thermal, Rawatbhata atomic.
Rajasthan welfare schemes
Mukhyamantri Chiranjeevi Health Insurance, Indira Gandhi Smartphone Yojana, Mukhyamantri Kisan Mitra Urja Yojana.
Demography of Rajasthan
Census 2011 — population, sex ratio, literacy, urbanization, district-wise variations.
Science, Technology and Environment
Physics in everyday life
Force, motion, electricity, light, sound, modern physics applications.
Chemistry basics
Matter, periodic table, acids/bases, polymers, drugs, fuels.
Human body and biology
Cells, organ systems, nutrition, communicable and lifestyle diseases.
Space and defence technology
ISRO missions — Chandrayaan, Mangalyaan, Aditya-L1, Gaganyaan; DRDO.
Information technology
AI, blockchain, 5G, cybersecurity; Digital India and IndiaStack.
Biotechnology and health
Genetic engineering, vaccines, GM crops, IVF, stem cells.
Ecology and ecosystem
Food chain, biodiversity hotspots, ecological pyramids.
Climate change
UNFCCC, Paris Agreement, IPCC, India's NDCs, Net Zero by 2070.
Pollution and waste
Air, water, soil, noise, plastic waste; CPCB norms; NCAP.
Desert ecology of Rajasthan
Khejri tree (state tree), Bishnoi conservation, Chinkara, GIB, Tal Chhapar.
Reasoning, Mental Ability and Current Affairs
Logical reasoning
Statement-conclusion, syllogism, analogy, classification.
Numerical ability
Number series, percentages, ratio, time-work, average, simple interest.
Data interpretation
Tables, bar/pie/line charts; basic statistical interpretation.
Mental ability
Coding-decoding, blood relations, directions, ranking, calendar.
National current affairs
Government schemes, appointments, awards, sports — last 12 months.
International affairs
India's foreign relations, UN, BRICS, G20, recent treaties and summits.
Rajasthan current affairs
State schemes, budget, sports persons, awards, recent appointments and policies.