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The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) conducts the Rajasthan State and Subordinate Services Combined Competitive Examination, commonly known as the RAS exam, to recruit candidates for prestigious administrative posts in the state government, including Rajasthan Administrative Service (RAS), Rajasthan Police Service (RPS), and various subordinate services.
Headquartered in Ajmer, the RPSC is responsible for selecting candidates through a rigorous three-stage process: Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Interview. The RAS exam is highly competitive and serves as the primary gateway to the state's civil services, with a strong emphasis on Rajasthan-specific history, art, culture, geography, economy, and polity.
Preliminary Examination (Objective):
Main Examination (Descriptive):
Prelims: The syllabus covers General Knowledge and General Science, with major emphasis on Rajasthan's History, Art & Culture, Geography, Economy, and Political & Administrative System. It also includes Indian History, Polity, Economy, Science & Technology, Reasoning, Mental Ability, and Current Affairs.
Mains: The Mains examination is divided into four papers. GS Paper I covers History, Economics, Sociology, Management, and Accounting. GS Paper II covers Administrative Ethics, Science & Technology, and Earth Science. GS Paper III covers the Political System, World Politics, Public Administration, Sports, Behavior, and Law, with dedicated sections on Rajasthan's history, culture, and governance. Paper IV tests General Hindi and General English.
Solving previous year papers is essential for understanding the RPSC RAS exam trends, question patterns, and the specific focus on Rajasthan-related topics.
How to access:
Papers from 2024, 2023, 2021, 2018, and 2016 are available on various educational portals including PW Live and Drishti Publications. For a curated collection of solved papers, please visit the Aadhar Foundation resource library.
Based on the official RPSC notification released on 27 May 2026, here is the schedule for the 2026 recruitment cycle:
Note: The commission may revise dates. Always check the official RPSC website for the latest updates.
Rajasthan is a state in northwestern India, known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and vast desert landscapes. It was formed through a gradual process of integration of princely states, culminating in its present form on November 1, 1956.