Last Verified: 2026-03-01 from official conducting body notifications.
Official Overview & Examination Scope
Purpose, Scope & Academic Impact
RPSC RAS is the flagship state civil service examination of Rajasthan. Selected officers steer district revenue administration, state law and order, cooperative development, and rural governance across Rajasthan.
Eligibility Criteria & Academic Qualifications
Exam Pattern & Test Structure
Total: 900 Marks (Mains 800 + Interview 100)| Section / Paper | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prelims: General Knowledge & General Science | 150 MCQs (Rajasthan History, Art, Geo, Indian Polity, Science) | 200 Marks | 3 Hours |
| Mains Paper I: General Studies I | History, Economics, Sociology, Management, Accounting & Audit | 200 Marks | 3 Hours |
| Mains Paper II: General Studies II | Ethics, General Science & Technology, Earth Science (Geography) | 200 Marks | 3 Hours |
| Mains Paper III: General Studies III | Indian Political System, World Politics, Public Admin, Law, Behavior | 200 Marks | 3 Hours |
| Mains Paper IV: General Hindi & General English | General Hindi (120 M) + General English (80 M) | 200 Marks | 3 Hours |
| Personality and Viva-Voce (Interview) | Commission Board Interview | 100 Marks | 30 Minutes |
Prelims: +1.33 for correct, -0.44 for wrong. Mains: 4 papers of 200 marks each = 800 marks. Total 900 Marks for final merit.
Negative Marking Rule: One-third penalty (-0.44 marks) on Prelims
Recommended Preparation Roadmap & Strategy
Cutoff Trends & Score Benchmark
Prelims general cutoff typically ranges between 84 and 90 marks out of 200.
Recruited Posts, Services & Cadres
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the role of Mains Paper IV in RPSC RAS?
Paper IV consists exclusively of General Hindi (120 marks) and General English (80 marks). Scoring 110-130+ marks in Paper IV is typically the single biggest differentiator in securing a top 50 RAS rank.
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