RPSC 2026: The Definitive Guide to Rajasthan’s State Civil Services

Last Updated: July 19, 2026

In the land of forts and dunes, RPSC – the Rajasthan Public Service Commission – selects the officers who administer India’s largest state by area. An RPSC officer organizes drought relief, manages MNREGA works, and brings green shoots to barren fields.

What is RPSC?

RPSC conducts the Rajasthan State and Subordinate Services Combined Competitive Examination for posts including Deputy Collector (RAS), Superintendent of Police (RPS), Tehsildar, BDO, Commercial Tax Officer, and Labour Officer.

Exam Pattern

Preliminary Examination (Single Paper)

Paper	Subject	Questions	Marks	Duration
Paper 1	General Knowledge & General Science	150	200	3 hours

No negative marking – attempt all 150 questions.

Main Examination

Paper	Subject	Marks
Paper 1	General Studies 1	200
Paper 2	General Studies 2	200
Paper 3	General Studies 3	200
Paper 4	General Hindi & General English	200
Paper 5	Essay	100
Paper 6	Optional Paper 1	200
Paper 7	Optional Paper 2	200
Total		1,300
Interview		100
Grand Total		1,400

Eligibility

Category	Age Range
General	21-40 years
OBC/SC/ST	21-45 years

Domicile: Rajasthan domicile required for most posts.

Syllabus: The Rajasthan Focus

GS Paper 1: History (25%), Art & Culture (20%), Geography (20%), Society (15%), Current Affairs (20%)

GS Paper 2: Polity & Governance (30%), International Relations (15%), Social Justice (20%), Ethics (15%), Rajasthan Administration (20%)

GS Paper 3: Indian Economy (30%), Science & Technology (20%), Environment (20%), Disaster Management (15%), Internal Security (15%)

Rajasthan-Specific Topics

History and forts (Chittorgarh, Kumbhalgarh, Jaisalmer), art and culture (miniature paintings, blue pottery, Ghoomar, Kalbelia), geography (Thar desert, Aravallis, Luni river, salt lakes), tribes (Bhil, Mina, Garasia), and government schemes (Bhamashah, Jal Jeevan Mission, solar policy).

8-Month Timeline

Months 1-2: Foundation – NCERTs, Rajasthan yearbook, Hindi/English practice Months 3-4: Standard books + Optional, Rajasthan current affairs Months 5-6: Prelims focus – MCQ practice (no negative marking advantage) Months 7-8: Mains intensive – answer writing, optional revision, mock interviews

Final Words

Rajasthan needs officers who navigate its contrasts – ancient forts and solar parks, desert dunes and green corridors. From managing drought relief in Barmer to tribal welfare in Banswara, serve the land of kings and commoners alike.