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1. Nationality |
The candidate must be a citizen of India. |
2. Educational Qualification |
. A bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university or institution. . Final-year students can also apply, provided they complete their degree before the main exam. |
3. Age Limit |
General Category : 21 to 40 years. Age Relaxation : o SC/ST/OBC/EWS of Rajasthan : +5 years o Women (General) : +5 years o Women (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) : +10 years o Persons with Disabilities: +10 years (General), +13 years (OBC), +15 years (SC/ST) |
1. Preliminary Examination |
Nature: Screening test (marks not counted for final selection). Mode: Objective type (MCQs). Paper: General Knowledge and General Science. Marks: 200. Duration: 3 hours. Syllabus: Includes: History, Art, Culture, and Literature of Rajasthan. Indian History, Polity, and Economy. Geography of Rajasthan and India. General Science, Reasoning, and Current Affairs. |
2. Main Examination |
Nature: Written test (Descriptive/Essay-based). Mode: Offline. Papers: Four papers (Each of 200 marks, 3 hours each). General Studies Paper I: History, Culture, Art, Literature, Tradition & Heritage of Rajasthan; Indian History; World History; Geography. General Studies Paper II: Governance, Political and Administrative System of Rajasthan, Indian Constitution, Political System, Public Administration, and International Relations. General Studies Paper III: Economy of Rajasthan and India, Science & Technology, Statistics, Ethics, and Disaster Management. General Hindi and General English: Language comprehension, grammar, essays, translations, precis, etc. Total Marks: 800. |
3. Personality Test (Interview) |
Marks: 100. Purpose: To evaluate the candidate’s personality, leadership, decision-making ability, and suitability for administrative roles. |
The syllabus is vast, but here’s a detailed breakdown for each stage:
1. History, Art, and Culture: Ancient, Medieval, and Modern Indian History. Important dynasties, landmarks, and movements in Rajasthan. Folk music, dances, fairs, festivals, and customs of Rajasthan. 2. Geography: Physical, economic, and human geography of Rajasthan and India. Resources, climate, and soil types. 3. Indian Polity and Governance: Constitution of India: Features, amendments, and functions. Panchayati Raj in Rajasthan. 4. Economy: Basic economic concepts, planning, and budget. Agriculture, industry, and trade in Rajasthan. 5. Science and Technology: Basics of science and everyday applications. Environmental conservation and sustainable development. 6. Current Affairs: National and international events. Rajasthan-specific developments. |
1. General Studies I: Indian and World History. Geography of India and Rajasthan. Indian Culture and Heritage. 2. General Studies II: Indian Constitution, governance, and public policies. Political and Administrative System of Rajasthan. International Relations. 3. General Studies III: Economic development of Rajasthan and India. Science and technology, ethical issues, and disaster management. Environmental issues. 4. Language Paper: Essay writing in Hindi and English. Grammar, comprehension, and precis. |
1. Notification Release: The RPSC issues the official notification on its website.
2. Application Form
3. Fee Structure
4. Admit Card: Download from the RPSC website before the exam date.
1. Understand the Exam Pattern: Know the structure, marking scheme, and syllabus thoroughly.
2. Focus on Rajasthan-Specific Topics: History, geography, culture, and economy of Rajasthan are crucial.
3. Follow Current Affairs:
4. Books to Refer
5. Take Mock Tests:
6. Time Management:
Clearing the RAS exam opens doors to prestigious posts in Rajasthan, such as:
State Civil Services: Deputy Collector, Joint Secretary, etc.
Police Services: Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP).
Revenue Services: Tehsildar, Assistant Commissioner.
Other Services:
If you’d like help with preparation plans, resource suggestions, or detailed study notes, let me know!
The RAS Exam refers to the Rajasthan Administrative Service Examination, which is conducted by the Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC). It is one of the most prestigious state-level civil service examinations in India, designed to recruit candidates for administrative positions in the Rajasthan government.
1 – Eligibility Criteria:
Nationality: Indian. Educational Qualification: A candidate must have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university. Age Limit: General Category: 21 to 40 years. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwD) as per Rajasthan government norms. |
2. Exam Stages:
The RAS exam is conducted in three stages:
Preliminary Examination
Main Examination
1. General Studies I 2. General Studies II 3. General Studies III 4. General Hindi and General English |
Interview (Personality Test):
3. Syllabus:
Preliminary Exam: Includes topics from:
Main Exam: Broader and more detailed, covering:
4. Application Process:
5. Preparation Tips
6. Career Prospects:
Frequently Asked Questions
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