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Here’s a comprehensive guide to the Rajasthan Administrative Services (RAS) & Rajasthan Taxation Services (RTS) Exam conducted by the Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC):

1. Notification

• The RPSC issues the RAS/RTS exam notification annually, typically in the first half of the year, detailing the number of vacancies, eligibility, and exam schedule.
• For updates and notifications, candidates should check the RPSC official website.

2. Eligibility Criteria

• Nationality: Must be a citizen of India.
• Age Limit: Candidates must be between 21-40 years of age. Age relaxation is provided for reserved categories as per Rajasthan state government rules.
• Educational Qualification:
  • A Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university is required.

3. Selection Procedure

The RAS/RTS selection process is divided into three stages:

• Preliminary Examination: Objective-type screening test.
• Main Examination: Descriptive-type with multiple papers on General Studies and English/Hindi language.
• Interview: Personality test to assess suitability and aptitude.

4. Exam Pattern

• Preliminary Exam:
  • Single Paper: General Knowledge and General Science – 200 marks, 3 hours
  • The paper is objective-type, and there is negative marking for incorrect answers.
  • The Prelims is a screening test; its marks are not counted in the final merit list.
• Main Exam:
  • Paper I: General Studies I – 200 marks, 3 hours
  • Paper II: General Studies II – 200 marks, 3 hours
  • Paper III: General Studies III – 200 marks, 3 hours
  • Paper IV: General Hindi and General English – 200 marks, 3 hours
  • Total marks for the Main Exam are 800, which contribute to the final selection.
• Interview:
  • Carries 100 marks.
  • The final merit list is based on the total marks from the Mains and Interview.

5. Preparation Tips

• Understand the Syllabus: Be well-versed with the RAS syllabus, particularly Rajasthan-specific sections.
• Focus on Current Affairs: Keep up with national and Rajasthan state news, with an emphasis on Rajasthan’s policies, culture, and current events.
• Build a Strong Foundation in Core Subjects: History, geography, polity, and economy of both India and Rajasthan are essential, along with general science, technology, and environmental issues.
• Language Skills: Improve proficiency in Hindi and English, as Paper IV in the Mains requires a good command of both languages.
• Regular Practice and Mock Tests: Regularly practice with mock exams and past papers, especially for Prelims. For Mains, work on answer writing to develop structured, clear, and well-organized responses.
• Ethics and Case Studies: Familiarize yourself with ethics-related concepts and real-life case studies, particularly for General Studies papers in the Mains.

6. Syllabus Overview

• Preliminary Exam Syllabus:
  • General Knowledge and General Science: Includes current affairs, Indian and Rajasthan history, art and culture, geography, Indian and Rajasthan polity, economic concepts, and general science.
• Main Exam Syllabus:
  • General Studies I: Focuses on history (Indian and Rajasthan), art and culture, literature, traditions, and heritage, as well as Indian and world geography.
  • General Studies II: Includes topics on administrative management, governance, public administration, law and constitution (Indian and Rajasthan), and social justice.
  • General Studies III: Covers science and technology, economic development, environment, disaster management, and ethical issues.
  • General Hindi and General English: Tests essay writing, precis, comprehension, vocabulary, and grammar skills in both Hindi and English.