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The full form of RAS is Rajasthan Administrative Services. The entrance exam is conducted once a year in both languages- English and Hindi. The application fee is rupees 250 for general category candidates, rupees 150 for Other Backward Class candidates and rupees 50 for SC/ST/PWD candidates. RAS is conducted in three stages: preliminary, mains, and interview. The preliminary stage is conducted for the selection process. Recruitment and allotment of positions happen on the basis of candidates’ performance in mains and interviews.
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Registration
The candidate has to follow the steps given below to register for the RPSC RAS exam.
- The candidate will first have to register herself/himself on the official website using a valid email id and phone number
- The candidate will then be required to fill all the fields in the application form with valid information
- Documents required for the RPSC RAS entrance examination are aadhaar card, voter ID card, pan card, driving license, government-issued id card for employees, and photo identity card of university/college/institute.
- The form will require the candidate to upload the necessary scanned photograph and signature.
- After completing the payment procedure, a RAS id will be generated.
- Documents required for counseling are class 10 mark sheet, class 12 mark sheet, degree certificate, and caste certificate (if applicable).
Syllabus
The highly competitive RAS examination requires sound knowledge and thorough preparation. In order to achieve that, candidates must understand the nuances of the syllabus. The candidates must cover the following topics while preparing for the preliminary stage. Please note that this is a brief of all the topics that are covered in the preliminary stage.
- History, Culture, Art, Literature, Tradition of Rajasthan
- Indian History - Ancient, Medieval, and Modern
- Geography: India and the world
- Administrative and Political system of Rajasthan
- Constitution of India, Political System, and Governance
- Economy of Rajasthan
- Indian Economy and Basic Economic Concepts
- Science and Technology
- Reasoning and Mental Ability
- Current Affairs (Rajasthan)
- Current Affairs (events of national and international importance)
Mains, the second stage in the RAS entrance examination is a bit more complex as there are four papers. However, knowing the allocation of topics will make it easier for the candidate to strategize. Here is a paper-wise allocation of topics.
RPSC RAS General Studies I
- History
- Economics
- Sociology, Accounting, Management, Auditing
RPSC RAS General Studies II
- Administrative Ethics
- General Science and Technology
- Earth Science
RPSC RAS General Studies III
- Indian Political System, World Politics, Current Affairs
- Concepts, Issues, and Dynamics of Public Administration and Management
- Sports and Yoga, Behaviour and Law
RPSC RAS General Hindi and General English
- General Hindi: Grammar and usage, Comprehension, Translation, Composition, and Letter Writing
- General English: Grammar and usage, Comprehension, Translation, Composition, and Letter Writing
It is a little difficult to quantify the topics covered in the RAS interview. It is a stage that puts the candidate’s personality, aptitude, and presence of mind to test. It is at this stage that the candidate is assessed whether she/he is suitable for the post or not.
Eligibility Criteria
RAS Age Limit
Candidates must check the RAS age limit which defines the age range in which candidates aspirants can apply for the RAS exam. The age limit of candidates must be between 21 years to 40 years. However, age relaxation is given to the candidates belonging to the reserved categories.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| For SC/ST/ OBC (Rajasthan Domicile) | 5 years |
| For SC/ST/ OBC (Rajasthan Domicile) female | 10 years |
| For Gen (PH) | 10 years |
| For OBC (PH) | 13 years |
| For SC/ ST (PH) | 15 years |
RAS Educational Qualification
RAS educational qualification is another important aspect of RAS eligibility criteria 2022. To sit in the exam, the candidates should have a graduation degree from a recognized board or university. Take a look at the detailed RAS education qualification tabulated below:
|
RAS Educational Qualification |
|
Application Fee
| RPSC RAS Category | RPSC RAS Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General | Rs 350 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | Rs 250 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC)/ Scheduled Tribe) | Rs 50 |
Exam Pattern
The total marks for this examination are 200 and the candidates are given 3 hours to answer all the questions. There are 150 multiple choice questions in the paper.
The next stage in the RAS entrance exam is mains. This stage consists of four papers- paper 1 (general studies I), paper 2 (general studies II), paper 3 (general studies III), and paper 4 (general Hindi and general English). The total marks for mains are 800 which means 200 for each paper. Candidates are given 3 hours for each paper. In this stage, the questions will follow an essay or a descriptive pattern. Candidates must remember the following points while preparing for the Main exam.
RAS Short Answer Questions:
- Word limit: 15
- Marks for each question: 2
- Paper 1: 25 questions; Paper 2: 15 questions, Paper 3: 25 questions
RAS Medium Answer Questions:
- Word limit: 50
- Marks for each question: 5
- Paper 1: 16 questions; Paper 2: 14 questions; Paper 3: 16 questions
RAS Long Answer Questions:
- Word limit: 100
- Marks for each question: 100
- Paper 1: 7 questions; Paper 2: 10 questions; Paper 3: 7 questions
The final stage in the RAS entrance examination is an interview which many also term as a personal viva. The total marks for this stage are 100.
RPSC RAS Prelims Exam
There is only one paper in the RAS Prelims exam. The details of the same are following.
| Paper | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge | 200 | 3 hours |
RPSC RAS Mains Exam
There are four papers in the RAS Mains exams. The candidates who qualify for Mains must know the details tabulated below.
| Exam | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Paper 1: General Studies I | 200 | 3 hours |
| Paper 2: General Studies II | 200 | 3 hours |
| Paper 3: General Studies III | 200 | 3 hours |
| Paper 4: General Hindi and General English | 200 | 3 hours |
Eligibilty Criteria
RAS Age Limit
Candidates must check the RAS age limit which defines the age range in which candidates aspirants can apply for the RAS exam. The age limit of candidates must be between 21 years to 40 years. However, age relaxation is given to the candidates belonging to the reserved categories.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| For SC/ST/ OBC (Rajasthan Domicile) | 5 years |
| For SC/ST/ OBC (Rajasthan Domicile) female | 10 years |
| For Gen (PH) | 10 years |
| For OBC (PH) | 13 years |
| For SC/ ST (PH) | 15 years |
RAS Educational Qualification
RAS educational qualification is another important aspect of RAS eligibility criteria 2022. To sit in the exam, the candidates should have a graduation degree from a recognized board or university. Take a look at the detailed RAS education qualification tabulated below:
|
RAS Educational Qualification |
|
Exam Pattern
The total marks for this examination are 200 and the candidates are given 3 hours to answer all the questions. There are 150 multiple choice questions in the paper.
The next stage in the RAS entrance exam is mains. This stage consists of four papers- paper 1 (general studies I), paper 2 (general studies II), paper 3 (general studies III), and paper 4 (general Hindi and general English). The total marks for mains are 800 which means 200 for each paper. Candidates are given 3 hours for each paper. In this stage, the questions will follow an essay or a descriptive pattern. Candidates must remember the following points while preparing for the Main exam.
RAS Short Answer Questions:
- Word limit: 15
- Marks for each question: 2
- Paper 1: 25 questions; Paper 2: 15 questions, Paper 3: 25 questions
RAS Medium Answer Questions:
- Word limit: 50
- Marks for each question: 5
- Paper 1: 16 questions; Paper 2: 14 questions; Paper 3: 16 questions
RAS Long Answer Questions:
- Word limit: 100
- Marks for each question: 100
- Paper 1: 7 questions; Paper 2: 10 questions; Paper 3: 7 questions
The final stage in the RAS entrance examination is an interview which many also term as a personal viva. The total marks for this stage are 100.
RPSC RAS Prelims Exam
There is only one paper in the RAS Prelims exam. The details of the same are following.
| Paper | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge | 200 | 3 hours |
RPSC RAS Mains Exam
There are four papers in the RAS Mains exams. The candidates who qualify for Mains must know the details tabulated below.
| Exam | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Paper 1: General Studies I | 200 | 3 hours |
| Paper 2: General Studies II | 200 | 3 hours |
| Paper 3: General Studies III | 200 | 3 hours |
| Paper 4: General Hindi and General English | 200 | 3 hours |
Syllabus
The highly competitive RAS examination requires sound knowledge and thorough preparation. In order to achieve that, candidates must understand the nuances of the syllabus. The candidates must cover the following topics while preparing for the preliminary stage. Please note that this is a brief of all the topics that are covered in the preliminary stage.
- History, Culture, Art, Literature, Tradition of Rajasthan
- Indian History - Ancient, Medieval, and Modern
- Geography: India and the world
- Administrative and Political system of Rajasthan
- Constitution of India, Political System, and Governance
- Economy of Rajasthan
- Indian Economy and Basic Economic Concepts
- Science and Technology
- Reasoning and Mental Ability
- Current Affairs (Rajasthan)
- Current Affairs (events of national and international importance)
Mains, the second stage in the RAS entrance examination is a bit more complex as there are four papers. However, knowing the allocation of topics will make it easier for the candidate to strategize. Here is a paper-wise allocation of topics.
RPSC RAS General Studies I
- History
- Economics
- Sociology, Accounting, Management, Auditing
RPSC RAS General Studies II
- Administrative Ethics
- General Science and Technology
- Earth Science
RPSC RAS General Studies III
- Indian Political System, World Politics, Current Affairs
- Concepts, Issues, and Dynamics of Public Administration and Management
- Sports and Yoga, Behaviour and Law
RPSC RAS General Hindi and General English
- General Hindi: Grammar and usage, Comprehension, Translation, Composition, and Letter Writing
- General English: Grammar and usage, Comprehension, Translation, Composition, and Letter Writing
It is a little difficult to quantify the topics covered in the RAS interview. It is a stage that puts the candidate’s personality, aptitude, and presence of mind to test. It is at this stage that the candidate is assessed whether she/he is suitable for the post or not.
