RPSC aka Rajasthan Public Service Commission is expected to activate the link of RPSC RAS Apply Online 2021 on the 2nd week of April 2021. The RPSC RAS Online Application Process 2021 will be started after the release of the RPSC RAS Notification 2021. The Official Notification of RPSC RAS Exam (Rajasthan Administrative Service Exam) 2021 is expected to be declared by the RPSC (Rajasthan PSC) on the 1st week of April 2021. Candidates only who hold all criteria of RPSC RAS Eligibility 2021 (declared by the Commission in the RPSC RAS Official Notification) are allowed to apply for the exam. According to Rajasthan Public Service Commission, candidates have to be Indian and hold the degree of Graduation (from any recognized University) and they must be between 21 Years – 40 Years to be eligible for the Rajasthan Administrative Service post.
RPSC RAS 2021
- Recruitment for administrative services and posts in India are conducted both at the central and state level. Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the recruitment for Central Government, whereas State Public Service Commissions (State PSCs) conducts the recruitment for State Government.
- RPSC RAS (Rajasthan Administrative Service) is the most demanding job and also the highest rank in Rajasthan.
- The exam, RPSC RAS 2021 is a state-level civil service exam, loosely modelled on UPSC for recruiting Group A and Group B posts of the administrative state and subordinate services.
- There is no official notification on the RPSC RAS Vacancy 2021. As per RPSC RAS Vacancy 2021, the Commission will recruit approximately 980 candidates for different administrative posts in Rajasthan.
- Candidates who hold every criterion of RPSC RAS Eligibility 2021 are only allowed to appear in the RPSC RAS Recruitment process.
- The RPSC RAS Apply Online 2021 is completely held online at the Official Website of RPSC.
- RPSC RAS Online Application Link will be found on the Official Website of RPSC.
- Candidates can download the RPSC RAS Admit Card 2021 10 -15 days prior to the exam.
- RPSC selects deserving candidates through a specific exam pattern. As per RPSC RAS Exam Pattern 2021, there are three stages conducted in the recruitment process.
- RPSC RAS Prelims (Stage I)
- RPSC RAS Mains (Stage II)
- Interview/ Personality Test (Stage III)
- RPSC RAS 2021 Prelims are expected to be held in November 2021 and RPSC RAS 2021 Mains are expected to be conducted on June 2021.
- RPSC RAS Syllabus 2021 is very lengthy because in Stage I: Prelims there is 1 Paper of 200 Marks and in Stage II: Mains Exam there is 4 Paper of Overall 800 Marks.
- The Standard of the RAS Exam is Bachelor Degree Level (except RPSC RAS Mains Paper IV).
RPSC RAS Apply Online 2021: Highlights
The key points of the RPSC RAS Registration Process and RPSC RAS Application Process are tabulated below:
Key Points of RPSC RAS Application Process 2021 |
Name of Exam |
RPSC RAS Recruitment (2021) |
Director of the Exam |
Rajasthan Public Service Commission |
Beginning of Registration Process |
To be announced soon |
Ending of Registration Process |
To be announced soon |
Application Mode |
Online |
Application Fees |
SC/ ST : Rs.50/-
OBC (Creamy Layer): Rs.150/-
General: Rs.250/- |
Mode of Application Fees Payment |
Credit Cards, Internet Banking, Debit Cards, Cash Cards/ Mobile Wallets, IMPS. |
Duration of Application Fees Payment |
To be announced soon |
No. of Vacancy |
More than 980 |
Eligibility |
- Age Limit: min. 21 years – max. 40 Years
- Qualification: Graduation
- Nationality: Indian
|
RPSC RAS Admit Card |
Can be downloaded from the Official Website of RPSC 10 days before the exam |
Availability of the Application Form |
https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in/ |
RPSC RAS Apply Online 2021: Important Dates
RPSC will announce all the important dates of RPSC RAS 2021 in the RPSC RAS Notification 2021. Here are the tentative Exam Dates of RPSC RAS 2021:
Important Dates of Application Process |
RPSC RAS Notification 2021 |
April 2nd week 2021 |
Starting of Application & Registration Process |
April 4th week 2021 |
Last Date to submit the Application Form |
June 2nd week 2021 |
Admit Card Release |
July 4th week 2021 |
Date of RPSC RAS Prelims 2021 |
August 1st week 2021 |
Date of RPSC RAS Prelims Result |
August 4th week 2021 |
RPSC RAS Mains 2021 Admit Card Download |
December 1st week 2021 |
Date of RPSC RAS Main Exam |
December 4th week 2021 |
RPSC RAS Apply Online 2021: Application Process
The RPSC RAS Registration Process is expected to be accessible from the 2nd week of April 2021 to – 1st week of May 2021 at the Official Website of RPSC. The complete process is conducted through three steps:
- Registration of Application (Step-1)
- Application Fees Payment (Step-2)
- Scanning and Uploading of Photograph and Signature (Step-3)
There are some important points that should be noted before the Registration:
- Applicants should scan and upload their photograph and signature images of required specifications (prescribed by RPSC) during the Application Process.
- Applicants must have a valid personal mobile number and E-mail ID. The mobile number and E-mail ID ought to have remained active during the complete recruitment process. The authority body will send all official messages to the registered E-mail ID. If any candidate does not have a personal E-mail ID, he or she must create one before applying for the exam.
Step 1: Registration of Application
- First, applicants have to open RPSC’s Official Website.
- There will be an option of “APPLY ONLINE” on the website; applicants should click on the option.
- After clicking the option, a new page will be opened. On that page, an applicant will find a tab of “Click here for New Registration”. Candidates should select that tab for registering their applications.
- For a new registration, candidates have to enter their Name, E-mail ID, and Contact Details. After entering those above-mentioned details, the system will generate and display a Provisional Registration Number & Password. The authority will send the Provisional Registration Number & Password to the candidate’s registered mobile number and personal E-mail Address.
- If an applicant cannot fill up the application form on the first attempt, the applicant can save it in a partly-filled condition. After saving it, the system will generate and display a Provisional Registration Number and Password on the screen. Candidates can reopen their partly-filled, saved application form by entering the registration number and password and edit it if necessary.
- After the submission of the application form, the candidate’s given information will be considered as final and no corrections will be allowed thereafter.
- While filling up the Application Form, candidates must enter their Name/ Father’s Name/ Mother’s Name accurately as same as Certificates’ and Mark-sheets’. If the authority will detect any change, the candidature of the applicant will be cancelled.
- Candidates will have to validate their details by clicking the “Validate your details” option and save the application form by clicking the “Save & Next” button.
Step 2: Application Fees Payment
- Applicants must need to pay the Application Fee to finish the Application Process successfully.
- RPSC charges 250/- to the General Category, Rs.150/- to the OBC (Creamy Layer), and Rs.50/- to the SC / ST for RPSC RAS Application Fee.
- RPSC allows the fee payment only in online mode through Credit Card/ Debit Card (Visa/ RuPay/ Maestro/ MasterCard) / Internet banking/ Cash Cards/ Mobile Wallets/ IMPS.
- After submitting the payment information in the online application form, PLEASE WAIT FOR THE INTIMATION FROM THE SERVER.
- After the successful completion of the transaction, the system will generate the e-receipt and Application Form of RPSC RAS, containing the candidate’s submission date of the Application Form. Candidates should print them.
- If the system cannot generate the e-receipt, the payment transaction may not have been successfully conducted. In that case, candidates have to do the Application Process again freshly.
Step 3: Uploading of Photograph and Signature
The RPSC RAS Online Application cannot be registered unless and until aspirants scan upload their signature images and photos as specified. There will be a separate link for uploading the photograph and signature on the registration page.
Photograph:
- Candidates must upload their latest passport size photograph.
- The passport-sized photograph must be in colour. The photo must be captured using a white background.
Signature:
- Signatures of applicants must be on white paper using black ink while uploading.
- Authority will use candidates’ signatures on call letters and wherever needed.
- The signature using BLOCK LETTER is not acceptable.
- If any candidate’s signature on the answer sheet does not match that candidate’s signature on the call letter, the candidate will be disqualified.
Here are some specifications for uploading the photograph and signature.
Specifications |
Photograph |
Signature |
Dimensions |
4.5 cm x 3.5 cm |
3 cm x 4 cm |
Size |
20 kb – 50 kb |
10 kb – 20 kb |
Format |
JPG / JPEG |
JPG / JPEG |
Pixels |
200 x 230 pixels |
140 x 60 pixels |
NOTE:
- If the authority will find any candidate’s face or signature is not clear after uploading during the Application Process, they will reject the Application.
- In that case, the candidate is instructed to edit the Application Form, and re-upload his or her photograph and signature.
- While uploading the candidate’s photograph and signature image, if he or she cannot maintain the prescribed format, the system will display an error message.
What are the steps to apply online for RPSC RAS 2021?
The complete process is conducted through three steps:
• Registration of Application (Step-1)
• Application Fees Payment (Step-2)
• Scanning and Uploading of Photograph and Signature (Step-3)
What are the exam date and vacancies for RPSC RAS 2021?
There is no official notification of the RPSC Vacancy and Exam Date 2020. RPSC has offered +980 vacancies for different posts of RAS in 2020. RPSC RAS 2021 Prelims are expected to be held in November 2021 and RPSC RAS 2021 Mains are expected to be conducted on June 2021.
What are the application fees for RPSC RAS 2021?
RPSC charges 250/- to the General Category, Rs.150/- to the OBC (Creamy Layer), and Rs.50/- to the SC / ST for RPSC RAS Application Fee.
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