PW Launches RAS Wallah: A New Initiative to Empower Rajasthan Aspirants
PW launches RAS Wallah for RPSC aspirants! Explore the 2026 exam pattern, detailed syllabus, and recent RPSC reforms under Chairman Utkal Ranjan Sahoo. With 97 vacancies in key departments and updated cut-off trends, we provide the ultimate strategy to crack Rajasthan’s toughest civil services exam.
Riya Sharma7 Jan, 2026
The desert state of Rajasthan is not just known for its majestic forts and vibrant culture, but also for producing some of the finest administrative minds in India. Today, we are thrilled to announce PW's New Initiative: RAS Wallah—our dedicated category to help you navigate the prestigious Rajasthan Administrative Service (RAS) examination.
What is RAS? More than Just an Exam
The Rajasthan Administrative Service (RAS) is the premier civil service of the state. Conducted by the Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC), it is the state-level equivalent of the IAS.
Success in this exam opens doors to influential roles such as:
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Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) / Assistant Collector
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Deputy Commissioner
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Rajasthan Police Service (RPS)
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Rajasthan Accounts Service (RACS)
The "Feeder" Motivation: One of the biggest draws for aspirants is the hierarchy. While RAS ranks below IAS, high-performing RAS officers are later promoted to the IAS through a state-federal quota—making it a direct path to the highest levels of Indian governance.
Shift in the Winds: RPSC Reforms (2025-2026)
For a few years, the RPSC faced challenges regarding credibility. However, late 2025 marked a massive turning point for the commission.
New Leadership, New Integrity
In June 2025, Utkal Ranjan Sahoo, a seasoned 1988 batch IPS officer and former DGP, took the helm as Chairman. His tenure has already seen:
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Stricter Verification: Rigorous checks on disability certificates and documentation during interviews to restore meritocracy.
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Predictability: The issuance of an early 2026 exam calendar, allowing students to plan their preparation without the fear of sudden delays.
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Structural Strength: The induction of three new commission members has cleared the backlog of long-pending interviews.
The Exam Roadmap: Pattern & Syllabus
The RAS exam is a three-stage journey: Prelims, Mains, and the Interview.
Detailed Syllabus Breakdown
| Detailed Syllabus Breakdown | |||
| Stage | Paper | Marks | Focus Areas |
| Stage I: Prelims | GK & General Science | 200 | Rajasthan History, Indian Polity, Economy, Science, Geography, Reasoning & Current Affairs. |
| Stage II: Mains | Paper I (GS-I) | 200 | History, Economics, Sociology, Management, Accounting & Auditing. |
| Paper II (GS-II) | 200 | Administrative Ethics, Science & Tech, Earth Science. | |
| Paper III (GS-III) | 200 | Political System, World Politics, Public Admin, Sports, Behavior & Law. | |
| Paper IV (Hindi/Eng) | 200 | Grammar, Translation, Precise Writing, and Essays. | |
| Stage III | Personality Test | 100 | Final Interview & Personality Assessment. |
Negative Marking: In Prelims, 1/3 mark is deducted for every wrong answer.
Understanding the Competition: Recent Cut-off
To help you gauge the level of preparation required, here is a look at the cut-off trends for General Male and Female candidates over the last few cycles.
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| Year | Prelims (Male) | Prelims (Female) | Mains (Male) | Mains (Female) |
| 2024 (Trends) | 71.59 | 71.59 | 208.50 | 203.25 |
| 2023 (Official) | 100.69 | 97.01 | 262.00 | 254.50 |
| 2021 (Official) | 84.72 | 79.63 | 314.00 | 310.00 |
Welcome to RAS Wallah. Let’s build the future of Rajasthan together.