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Key Facts: RPSC RAS Exam
150
Objective Questions in Prelims
RPSC Scheme of Examination
200
Total Marks in Prelims
RPSC
3 hours
Prelims Time Limit
RPSC
1/3 mark
Negative Marking per Wrong Answer
RPSC
3 stages
Prelims, Mains & Interview
RPSC
21-40 yrs
Age Eligibility Range
RPSC RAS Notification
The RPSC RAS/RTS Preliminary exam is a single objective paper of 150 multiple-choice questions for 200 marks, completed in 3 hours. It covers General Knowledge and General Science: Rajasthan and Indian history, art and culture, geography, polity, economy, current affairs, science, and reasoning. Negative marking deducts one-third of a mark per wrong answer, and the Prelims is only a screening stage.
Sample RPSC RAS Practice Questions
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1The Praja Mandal movement in the princely states of Rajasthan was primarily aimed at:
2Ghoomar, a graceful folk dance performed mainly by women, is most strongly associated with which community of Rajasthan?
3The Battle of Haldighati (1576) was fought between Maharana Pratap and the Mughal forces led by:
4The Kalbeliya dance and folk songs of Rajasthan were inscribed in 2010 on which UNESCO list?
5Which of the following pairs of fort and its location in Rajasthan is correctly matched?
6The 'Bani Thani', often called the 'Indian Mona Lisa', is a famous example of which school of Rajasthani miniature painting?
7The integration of the princely states into the modern state of Rajasthan was completed in stages, with the final unification occurring in:
8Saint Mirabai, the celebrated Bhakti poetess, was a devotee of which deity?
9Teej and Gangaur are among the most important festivals of Rajasthan. Gangaur is dedicated to the worship of:
10The Dilwara Temples, renowned for their exquisite marble carving, are located near which hill station of Rajasthan?
About the RPSC RAS Exam
The RPSC RAS/RTS Examination is the combined competitive examination conducted by the Rajasthan Public Service Commission to recruit officers for the Rajasthan Administrative Service, Rajasthan Police Service, and other state and subordinate services. Selection has three stages: a Preliminary screening test, a written Mains examination, and a personal interview. The Preliminary examination is a single objective paper on General Knowledge and General Science with 150 multiple-choice questions for 200 marks, to be completed in 3 hours. The paper carries negative marking of one-third of a mark per wrong answer, and Prelims marks are used only for screening and are not counted in the final merit list.
Exam sponsor: Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC), Ajmer. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
150 questions
Time Limit
3 hours
Passing Score
No fixed pass mark; clear the RPSC category-wise cut-off
Exam / Certification Fees
Approx. Rs. 600 (General/OBC) / Rs. 400 (SC/ST/EWS), set per cycle via OTR
Exam sponsor websiteReported exam pass rate: Not published. RPSC does not publish a single first-attempt pass-rate percentage; the Prelims is a highly competitive screening stage where only a small fraction of applicants clear the cut-off. Exam sponsor website
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Our practice resources: topics covered
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History, Art, Culture & Literature of Rajasthan & India
Rajasthan dynasties, forts, freedom movement, folk culture, festivals, painting, saints, dialects, and ancient-to-modern Indian history
Geography of Rajasthan & India
Aravallis, rivers, Thar Desert, soils, irrigation, minerals, climate, wildlife, and Indian physical geography
Indian & Rajasthan Polity and Governance
Constitution, Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles, Parliament, judiciary, constitutional bodies, Panchayati Raj, and state polity
Indian & Rajasthan Economy
GDP, HDI, fiscal and monetary policy, inflation, GST, agriculture, welfare schemes, and Rajasthan's economy and resources
General Science & Technology
Physics, chemistry, biology, health, environment, ICT, space, and defence technology with everyday applications
Current Affairs & Reasoning / Mental Ability
National, international, and Rajasthan current events plus logical reasoning, number series, coding-decoding, and quantitative aptitude
Preparing for the RPSC RAS Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: No fixed pass mark; clear the RPSC category-wise cut-off
- Exam length: 150 questions
- Time limit: 3 hours
- Exam / certification fees: Approx. Rs. 600 (General/OBC) / Rs. 400 (SC/ST/EWS), set per cycle via OTR Official sources
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the RPSC RAS/RTS examination?
It is the combined competitive examination conducted by the Rajasthan Public Service Commission to recruit officers for the Rajasthan Administrative Service, Rajasthan Police Service, and other state and subordinate services. It has three stages: Preliminary, Mains, and Interview.
What is the pattern of the RAS Preliminary exam?
The Prelims is a single objective paper on General Knowledge and General Science with 150 multiple-choice questions carrying 200 marks, to be completed in 3 hours. It is available in both Hindi and English.
Is there negative marking in the RAS Prelims?
Yes. One-third of a mark is deducted for each wrong answer. Under the current scheme, candidates must mark an option for every question, and leaving more than 10% of questions blank can lead to disqualification.
What score do I need to pass the Prelims?
There is no fixed passing percentage. RPSC sets category-wise cut-off marks each cycle, typically based on the number of vacancies, and candidates above the cut-off advance to the Mains. Prelims marks are not counted in the final merit list.
What is the eligibility for RPSC RAS?
Candidates must hold a graduation degree from a recognised university and generally be between 21 and 40 years of age on the prescribed date, with age relaxations for reserved categories. Priority in selection is given to candidates with Rajasthan domicile.
How much is the application fee?
The fee is set per recruitment cycle through the Rajasthan One Time Registration (OTR) system — recently about Rs. 600 for General/OBC candidates and Rs. 400 for SC/ST/EWS candidates. Always confirm the exact fee in the current official notification.
Who conducts the RAS examination?
The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC), headquartered in Ajmer, conducts the RAS/RTS examination and publishes the syllabus, notifications, cut-offs, and results on its official website.
What comes after clearing the Prelims?
Candidates who clear the Prelims cut-off sit the Mains, a descriptive written examination of four papers. Those who qualify the Mains are then called for a personal interview, and final selection is based on combined Mains and interview marks.