RPSC RAS — older updates
Every cycle of news + important dates we've captured for Rajasthan Administrative Service (RAS) Prelims, oldest cycles at the bottom. Live information is on the main exam page; this archive preserves what each previous cycle officially announced.
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Older news (20)
RPSC typically releases admit cards 10-15 days before the examination. Candidates will need to download their hall tickets from the official website using application credentials and must carry a printed copy with valid photo ID.
Read full notice →Archived 23 Aug 2026
The online application process for RPSC RAS 2026 recruitment ended on 3 July 2026. A total of 607 vacancies including 192 State Service and 415 Subordinate Service posts were announced.
Read full notice →Archived 11 Sept 2026
The online application process for 607 vacancies (192 State Service + 415 Subordinate Service posts) has concluded. Candidates who applied can still make online corrections for up to 10 days after the last date.
Read full notice →Archived 23 Jul 2026
The online registration process that began on June 4 concluded on July 3, 2026. Graduate candidates between 21-40 years were eligible to apply through the official RPSC portal.
Read full notice →Archived 23 Aug 2026
Today, 3 July 2026, marks the final date to submit online applications for the 607 RAS posts. Candidates are advised to complete registration and fee payment before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Read full notice →Archived 12 Aug 2026
RPSC officially postponed the RAS Prelims 2026 from 29 November to 6 December 2026 (Sunday) via a press note dated 2 July 2026. The Mains exam is scheduled for 1-2 May 2027.
Read full notice →Archived 11 Sept 2026
RPSC has officially postponed the RAS Prelims Exam 2026 from 29 November to 6 December 2026 (Sunday) due to administrative reasons. The Mains Exam is now scheduled for 1-2 May 2027. Press note released on 2 July 2026.
Read full notice →Archived 23 Jul 2026
The Prelims exam date was postponed from November 29 to December 6, 2026, due to administrative reasons. The Mains examination is scheduled for May 1-2, 2027, as announced in an official press note dated July 2.
Read full notice →Archived 23 Aug 2026
The Commission revised the preliminary examination date due to administrative reasons. The Prelims will now be held on 6 December 2026 (Sunday), while Mains exams are scheduled for 1-2 May 2027.
Read full notice →Archived 12 Aug 2026
RPSC declared the RAS 2024 final result on 18 April 2026 with 2,492 candidates provisionally selected. Dinesh Vishnoi from Barmer secured Rank 1.
Read full notice →Archived 11 Sept 2026
Rajasthan Public Service Commission released the RAS 2026 notification on 27 May 2026, opening recruitment for Rajasthan Administrative Service, Police Service, Accounts Service, and other subordinate posts.
Read full notice →Archived 11 Sept 2026
Selection will be conducted through Prelims (screening test, 150 MCQs, 200 marks), Mains (descriptive), and Interview (100 marks). Prelims marks are not counted in the final merit list.
Read full notice →Archived 23 Jul 2026
Rajasthan Public Service Commission officially announced 607 posts for RAS/RTS Combined Competitive Exam 2026 on May 27, including 192 State Service posts and 415 Subordinate Service positions. Applications closed on July 3, 2026.
Read full notice →Archived 23 Aug 2026
Rajasthan Public Service Commission released the RAS/RTS Combined Competitive Exam 2026 notification on 27 May 2026. The recruitment covers administrative and subordinate service positions across Rajasthan government departments.
Read full notice →Archived 23 Jul 2026
RPSC RAS 2026 notification released for 607 vacancies across State and Subordinate Services
27 May 2026The Rajasthan Public Service Commission released the official notification on 27 May 2026 announcing 607 posts including 192 State Service positions and 415 Subordinate Service positions. Candidates aged 21-40 years with graduation can apply for this prestigious civil services examination.
Read full notice →Archived 12 Aug 2026
The Rajasthan Public Service Commission published its exam calendar for 2026 on 5 January 2026, providing a roadmap for various recruitment examinations including the RAS Combined Competitive Examination cycle.
Read full notice →Archived 12 Aug 2026
The Rajasthan Public Service Commission is expected to announce the RAS 2025 Mains examination results in the coming weeks. Candidates who appeared for the Mains exam are advised to regularly check the official RPSC portal for updates on result declaration and subsequent interview dates.
Read full notice →Archived 5 Jul 2026
The Commission has indicated that the official notification for RAS 2026 is expected to be released during the third quarter of this year. The recruitment process will follow the standard three-tier examination pattern: Prelims, Mains, and Interview.
Read full notice →Archived 5 Jul 2026
RPSC technical teams are conducting pre-launch testing of the online application system ahead of the anticipated RAS 2026 notification. Candidates are advised to keep their documents ready including educational certificates, caste certificates if applicable, and recent photographs.
Read full notice →Archived 5 Jul 2026
In response to multiple RTI applications, the Commission has reiterated that age relaxation provisions follow standard state government norms. General category candidates can apply until 40 years of age with relaxations for reserved categories as per Rajasthan service rules.
Read full notice →Archived 5 Jul 2026
Older dates (23)
Interview / Personality Test
Tue, 13 Jul, 2027Final stage for Mains-qualified candidates (100 marks)
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Final result and interview call (expected)
Thu, 8 Jul, 2027Mains results and interview schedule expected in coming months post-exam
Archived 12 Aug 2026
📍Mains examination - Day 2
Sun, 2 May, 2027RAS Mains exam continues on 2 May 2027
Archived 12 Aug 2026
📍Mains Examination
Sat, 1 May, 2027Scheduled for 1-2 May 2027 (two days)
Archived 23 Jul 2026
📍Mains Examination
Sat, 1 May, 2027Descriptive exam on May 1-2, 2027 (4 papers, 800 marks)
Archived 23 Aug 2026
📍Mains examination - Day 1
Sat, 1 May, 2027RAS Mains exam scheduled for 1 May 2027
Archived 12 Aug 2026
📍RAS Mains Exam 2026
Sat, 1 May, 2027Mains scheduled for 1-2 May 2027 (2 days)
Archived 26 Sept 2026
Prelims Result (expected)
Mon, 15 Feb, 2027Based on typical RPSC processing time of 2-3 months
Archived 11 Sept 2026
Prelims result announcement (expected)
Sun, 24 Jan, 2027Results typically declared 6-8 weeks after prelims exam
Archived 12 Aug 2026
Prelims Result Announcement
Tue, 5 Jan, 2027Expected within one month of Prelims exam
Archived 23 Aug 2026
📍Prelims Examination
Sun, 6 Dec, 2026Revised date: 6 December 2026 (Sunday)
Archived 23 Jul 2026
📍Prelims Examination
Sun, 6 Dec, 2026Objective-type screening test (150 questions, 200 marks, 3 hours)
Archived 23 Aug 2026
📍RAS Prelims examination date
Sun, 6 Dec, 2026Preliminary exam on 6 December 2026 (Sunday) - revised schedule
Archived 12 Aug 2026
📍RAS Prelims Exam 2026
Sun, 6 Dec, 2026Revised from 29 November via press note dated 2 July 2026
Archived 26 Sept 2026
Prelims Admit Card Release
Thu, 26 Nov, 2026Expected 10-15 days before exam on official portal
Archived 23 Aug 2026
RAS 2026 Prelims result declaration
Sun, 22 Nov, 2026Qualified candidates proceed to Mains examination
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Admit card release (tentative)
Sat, 21 Nov, 2026Expected 10-15 days before prelims exam
Archived 23 Jul 2026
Prelims Admit Card (expected)
Sat, 21 Nov, 2026Typically released 10-15 days before exam
Archived 11 Sept 2026
Admit card release (expected)
Sun, 15 Nov, 2026Prelims admit cards typically released 2-3 weeks before exam date
Archived 12 Aug 2026
📍RAS 2026 Preliminary Examination
Fri, 16 Oct, 2026Single-day Prelims exam (Paper I & II) conducted state-wide
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Application last date
Fri, 3 Jul, 2026Application window closed
Archived 11 Sept 2026
Application window opened
Thu, 4 Jun, 2026Archived 11 Sept 2026
RAS 2026 Notification released
Wed, 27 May, 2026607 vacancies announced (192 State Service + 415 Subordinate Service)
Archived 11 Sept 2026
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