RPSC RAS/RTS 2025

Rajasthan's most prestigious administrative service exam

Conducted by: RPSC (Rajasthan Public Service Commission)

Total Marks

Prelims: 200 marks | Mains: 800 marks | Interview: 100 marks

Duration

Prelims: 3 hours | Each Mains paper: 3 hours

Mode

Prelims: Online | Mains: Offline

Neg. Marking

Yes

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What is RAS/RTS?

The Rajasthan Administrative Service (RAS) and Rajasthan Taxation Service (RTS) exam is conducted by the Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC). It is the gateway to Group A and Group B state government posts in Rajasthan, including District Collector, Deputy SP, and Block Development Officer. The exam has three stages — Preliminary, Mains, and Interview — with special emphasis on Rajasthan History, Culture, Geography, and Current Affairs.

Eligibility Criteria

Education	Bachelor's degree from a recognized university in any discipline.
Age Limit	21–40 years (relaxation for OBC, SC/ST, Women as per Rajasthan norms).
Attempts	No restriction, subject to age limit.

Exam Pattern

Selection Stages

1Preliminary (Objective)
2Mains (Descriptive — 4 Papers)
3Interview/Personality Test

Total Marks

Prelims: 200 marks | Mains: 800 marks | Interview: 100 marks

Duration

Prelims: 3 hours | Each Mains paper: 3 hours

Mode

Prelims: Online | Mains: Offline

Negative Marking

Yes — incorrect answers carry a penalty

RAS/RTS Syllabus

Rajasthan GK & Current Affairs

History of Rajasthan (Ancient, Medieval, Modern)
Rajasthan Geography (Physical, Economic)
Rajasthan Art, Culture, Literature, Folk Music
Rajasthan Polity & Administration
Rajasthan Economy & Rural Development
Current Events in Rajasthan

General Knowledge

Indian History (with special focus on 1857 and National Movement)
World & Indian Geography
Indian Constitution & Polity
Economy (Indian & Global)
Science & Technology, Space, Defence
Environmental Issues

Hindi & English

Grammar (Hindi Vyakaran)
Essay Writing (Hindi)
Comprehension & Précis Writing
English Grammar & Vocabulary
English Essay and Letter Writing

General Science & Maths

Basic Physics, Chemistry, Biology concepts
Everyday Science
Basic Mathematics (Arithmetic, Algebra)
Basic Statistics
Computer Basics

Key Facts About RAS/RTS

Approx 250–500 posts filled per cycle (varies by year)
Prelims negative marking: -1/3rd for wrong answers
Rajasthan GK is the most heavily tested section
Mains includes both compulsory and optional paper subjects
Interview panel evaluates suitability for administrative roles
Rajasthan Domicile certificate required for state candidates

Build Your Foundation with NCERT

Most competitive exams are based on NCERT textbooks. The following NCERT subjects form the core foundation for RPSC RAS/RTS 2025 preparation:

Class 6–10 History (NCERT)Class 11–12 Political Science (NCERT)Class 11–12 Geography (NCERT)Class 11–12 Economics (NCERT)Class 10 Science (NCERT)

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