RPSC 2026

Complete guide to Rajasthan Public Service Commission – State Services (SDM, DSP, and other gazetted posts). Exam pattern, syllabus, and preparation strategy.

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📘 RPSC Exam: Complete Guide

Understand the three‑stage selection process, syllabus, and Rajasthan‑specific focus for RPSC 2026.

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Stage 1: Prelims (Objective)

Qualifying for Mains

📋 Paper I – General Studies

  • 100 questions, 200 marks, 2 hours
  • Topics: History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Environment, Science & Tech, Current Affairs
  • Special focus on Rajasthan – history, culture, geography, economy, and current affairs of Rajasthan
  • Negative marking: 1/3rd (0.33) per wrong answer

📋 Paper II – General Knowledge of Rajasthan

  • 100 questions, 200 marks, 2 hours
  • Exclusive focus: Rajasthan's history, art & culture, geography, economy, polity, and current affairs
  • Negative marking: 1/3rd (0.33) per wrong answer
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Stage 2: Mains (Descriptive)

4 papers | 1000 marks

📋 Compulsory Papers

  • Paper I: General Studies I (History, Geography, Culture of Rajasthan & India) – 300 marks
  • Paper II: General Studies II (Polity, Governance, Economy, Science & Tech, Environment) – 300 marks
  • Paper III: General Hindi (200 marks – qualifying)
  • Paper IV: Essay (200 marks)

📅 Key Dates (2026)

  • Notification: March/April 2026
  • Prelims: July/August 2026
  • Mains: December 2026
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Stage 3: Interview (Personality Test)

100 marks | Final Stage

📋 Interview Details

  • Conducted by RPSC Board (5–6 members)
  • Duration: 20–25 minutes
  • Focus: Candidate's personality, DAF, current affairs (national & Rajasthan), general awareness, and mental alertness
  • Final rank = Mains marks + Interview marks

🎯 Rajasthan Focus

  • Rajasthan-specific current affairs (schemes, policies, events)
  • Rajasthan culture, history, geography, and economy
  • State government programs (Chiranjeevi Yojana, Jal Swavalamban, etc.)

📚 Detailed Syllabus for RPSC

General Studies I (History, Geography, Culture)

  • Ancient & Medieval India (focus on Rajasthan – Rajput kingdoms, Mewar, Marwar, etc.)
  • Modern Indian History (1857 revolt, freedom struggle with Rajasthan's role – Bijolia, etc.)
  • Rajasthan history – Rajputs, Mughals, Marathas, British rule, integration of princely states
  • Physical & Human Geography of India and Rajasthan (desert – Thar, rivers – Luni, Chambal, Banas; climate, agriculture, forests, national parks – Ranthambore, Sariska)
  • Art, culture, literature, festivals, and folk traditions of Rajasthan (Ghoomar, Kalbeliya, puppetry, miniature paintings, etc.)

General Studies II (Polity, Governance, Economy, Science)

  • Indian Constitution, Parliament, Judiciary, Federalism (with Rajasthan state structure)
  • Governance in Rajasthan – state legislature, executive, Panchayati Raj, urban local bodies
  • Social Justice – welfare schemes for Rajasthan (scholarships, health, women empowerment – Bhamashah Yojana, etc.)
  • Rajasthan Economy – agriculture (bajra, wheat, pulses), industry (textiles, cement, tourism), infrastructure
  • Environment & Ecology – biodiversity, climate change, conservation (with Rajasthan deserts, wildlife sanctuaries)
  • Science & Technology – basics, IT, space, biotechnology, IPR

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  • ✓ Rajasthan-specific current affairs integrated in every test
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  • ✓ Comprehensive Rajasthan GK – history, culture, geography, economy, polity
  • ✓ Monthly Rajasthan current affairs – schemes, budgets, events
  • ✓ State-specific quizzes and practice sets
  • ✓ Rajasthan map-based questions for geography section
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  • ✓ Detailed DAF analysis for Rajasthan state services
  • ✓ Rajasthan-specific current affairs for interview
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (RPSC)

What is the age limit for RPSC?

Minimum 21 years, maximum 40 years for General category (varies for some posts). Age relaxation: OBC (3 years), SC/ST (5 years), PwD (10 years), etc.

How many attempts are allowed for RPSC?

General category: 4 attempts. OBC: 7 attempts. SC/ST: unlimited attempts (subject to age limit).

Is there any negative marking in RPSC Prelims?

Yes, 1/3rd (0.33) mark is deducted for each wrong answer in both Prelims papers. There is no negative marking in Mains.

What is the salary of RPSC officer?

Pay scale: Level 10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500). Gross monthly salary including allowances is approximately ₹75,000 – ₹90,000.

Can I prepare for RPSC and UPSC simultaneously?

Yes, the syllabus overlaps significantly (History, Polity, Geography, Economy, etc.). However, RPSC requires additional focus on Rajasthan GK. MyTestExam offers integrated study plans.

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