RPSC RAS / RTS Combined Competitive Examination 2026 (607 Posts) | Advt No. 02/2026-27
Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has released the notification for the Rajasthan State & Subordinate Services Combined Competitive Examination (RAS/RTS) 2026 under Advertisement No. 02/Exam/RAS&RTS/RPSC/EP-I/2026-27. This recruitment covers 607 vacancies, including 192 posts under State Services and 415 posts under Subordinate Services. The online application process was open from 04 June 2026 to 03 July 2026, and the Preliminary Examination is scheduled to be held on 06 December 2026. Read the complete details of the notification, including eligibility, age limit, application fee, vacancy distribution, exam pattern, and selection process, given below.
About the Recruitment
RPSC RAS is one of the most prestigious state-level civil services examinations in Rajasthan, conducted to recruit officers for the Rajasthan Administrative Service, Rajasthan Police Service, and various other State and Subordinate Services. This recruitment drive is a golden opportunity for graduates aspiring to build a career in Rajasthan’s administrative system. Since the online application window has already closed, this article is primarily useful for candidates who have already applied and are now preparing for the Preliminary Examination scheduled in December 2026, as well as for those tracking the exam pattern and selection process for future reference.
Important Dates
| Application Begin | 04/06/2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 03/07/2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 06/12/2026 |
| Selection Mode | Preliminary Exam + Mains Exam + Interview |
Application Fee
| General / BC / EBC (Creamy Layer) / Other State | ₹600 |
| SC / ST / OBC / EBC (Non-Creamy Layer) / PH | ₹400 |
| Payment Mode | Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / Emitra CSC) |
Age Limit (as on 01/01/2027)
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
| Age Relaxation | As per RPSC / Government of Rajasthan rules for reserved categories |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for RPSC RAS/RTS 2026 must hold a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university established by an Act of the Central or State Legislature in India, or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government. Candidates in their final year of graduation are not eligible to apply; graduation must be completed before applying. It is strongly recommended that applicants go through the detailed official notification PDF for post-wise eligibility criteria before the next application cycle.
Vacancy Details (Total: 607 Posts)
| Service Category | Total Post |
|---|---|
| State Services (RAS, Police Service, and others) | 192 |
| Subordinate Services | 415 |
| Total | 607 |
These posts will be filled across various administrative and subordinate service departments under the Rajasthan Government, offering candidates a stable and prestigious career path in state administration.
Exam Pattern
The RPSC RAS 2026 Preliminary Examination is qualifying in nature and consists of objective-type questions on General Knowledge and General Science. Marks obtained in the Preliminary Exam are not counted towards the final merit; only qualifying candidates proceed to the Mains stage. The Mains Examination consists of descriptive-type papers covering General Studies and General Hindi/English, and marks from this stage, along with the Interview, are used to prepare the final merit list.
Selection Process
Selection for RPSC RAS/RTS posts is a three-stage process: Preliminary Examination, Mains Examination, and Personal Interview. Candidates must qualify each stage to proceed to the next. Since the Prelims is only a screening stage, candidates should focus their serious preparation on the Mains syllabus early on, as the gap between Prelims and Mains results is typically short in RPSC recruitments. The final selection and post allocation depend on combined performance in the Mains and Interview stages.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready for the verification stage: recent passport-size photograph, scanned signature, graduation degree certificate and marksheet, category certificate (if applicable), domicile/residence certificate (for applicable fee category), and a valid ID proof such as Aadhaar card.
How the Application Process Worked
- Candidates read the official notification (Advt No. 02/2026-27) carefully before applying.
- Visited the official website: rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in
- Completed One Time Registration (OTR) on the RPSC portal.
- Logged in using their registration credentials.
- Filled in personal, educational, and communication details.
- Uploaded photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Paid the application fee through the available online modes.
- Verified all information carefully before final submission.
- Downloaded and printed the final submitted application form for future reference.
Important Links
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Check Exam Pattern & Syllabus | Click Here |
| Official Website | rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. When is the RPSC RAS 2026 Preliminary Exam scheduled?
The Preliminary Examination is scheduled to be held on 06 December 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are announced under RPSC RAS 2026?
A total of 607 vacancies are announced, including 192 State Services posts and 415 Subordinate Services posts.
Q3. Can a final-year graduation student apply for RPSC RAS?
No, candidates must have completed their graduation before applying; final-year students are not eligible.
Q4. Is the Preliminary Exam counted in the final merit list?
No, the Preliminary Exam is qualifying in nature. Only the Mains Exam and Interview marks are counted for the final merit list.