Before applying for the Rajasthan Administrative Services (RAS) Examination, it is important to understand the salary structure, allowances, and career growth associated with the post. Many aspirants know about the prestige and responsibilities of an RAS Officer but are often unsure about the in-hand salary, pay level, probation pay, and the benefits offered after selection. Having clarity on these aspects helps you make an informed career decision.
The RAS Officer Salary 2026 is governed by the Rajasthan Civil Services (Revised Pay) Rules, 2017 under the 7th Pay Commission. Selected officers receive salary based on the applicable Pay Matrix Level, along with allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Travel Allowance (TA), medical benefits, annual increments, pension benefits, and opportunities for career progression.
Before looking at the detailed salary structure, here are the key salary details of the RPSC RAS 2026 recruitment.
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Particular |
Details |
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Conducting Body |
Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) |
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Examination |
Rajasthan State & Subordinate Services Combined Competitive Examination (RAS) 2026 |
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Pay Rules |
Rajasthan Civil Services (Revised Pay) Rules, 2017 |
|
Pay Commission |
7th Central Pay Commission |
|
Pay Matrix Levels |
Level 10, Level 11, Level 12 and Level 14 (Post-wise) |
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Highest Pay Level |
Level 14 |
|
Lowest Pay Level |
Level 10 |
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Salary Depends On |
Service allotted after final selection |
|
Allowances |
DA, HRA, TA and other government allowances |
|
Promotion |
As per Rajasthan Government service rules |
Note: The pay matrix level depends on the service allotted after the final RPSC RAS merit list.
The salary of a RAS officer consists of the basic pay prescribed under the applicable Pay Matrix Level along with government allowances. The final monthly salary depends on the service, pay level, city of posting, and applicable deductions.
|
Salary Component |
Details |
|
Basic Pay (Level 10) |
₹33,800 per month |
|
Basic Pay (Level 11) |
₹37,800 per month |
|
Basic Pay (Level 12) |
₹44,300 per month |
|
Basic Pay (Level 14) |
₹56,100 per month |
|
Dearness Allowance (DA) |
As notified by the Rajasthan Government from time to time |
|
House Rent Allowance (HRA) |
Depends on the city of posting |
|
Travel Allowance (TA) |
As per government rules |
|
Medical Benefits |
As per Rajasthan Government rules |
|
National Pension System (NPS) |
Applicable deductions |
|
Income Tax |
As per prevailing Income Tax rules |
The exact in-hand salary varies because HRA, DA, deductions, and other admissible allowances differ according to the place of posting and the service allotted.
The official RPSC notification places different services under four different pay matrix levels.
|
Pay Matrix Level |
Services Covered |
|
Level 14 |
Major State Services such as Rajasthan Administrative Service (RAS), Rajasthan Police Service (RPS), Rajasthan Accounts Service, Rajasthan Rural Development Service, Rajasthan Women Development Service and other notified services |
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Level 12 |
Rajasthan Cooperative Service, Rajasthan Planning Service, Rajasthan Tourism Service, Rajasthan Jail Service, Rajasthan Transport Service and several other State Services |
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Level 11 |
Tehsildar Service, Industry Subordinate Service, Child Development Subordinate Service, Social Justice Subordinate Services and other notified subordinate services |
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Level 10 |
Cooperative Subordinate Service, Excise Subordinate Service, Labour Welfare Subordinate Service, Food & Civil Supplies Subordinate Service, Devasthan Subordinate Service and other notified services |
The official notification assigns the pay matrix level individually for every service advertised through the RAS Examination.
The RPSC RAS Examination recruits candidates for both State Services (192 posts) and Subordinate Services (415 posts). Every service is assigned a specific Pay Matrix Level under the Rajasthan Civil Services (Revised Pay) Rules, 2017. Services placed in a higher pay level receive a higher basic salary and better career progression.
|
Service |
Pay Matrix Level |
Starting Basic Pay |
|
Rajasthan Administrative Service (RAS) |
Level 14 |
₹56,100 |
|
Rajasthan Police Service (RPS) |
Level 14 |
₹56,100 |
|
Rajasthan Accounts Service |
Level 14 |
₹56,100 |
|
Rajasthan State Insurance Service |
Level 14 |
₹56,100 |
|
Rajasthan Rural Development Service |
Level 14 |
₹56,100 |
|
Rajasthan Women Development Service |
Level 14 |
₹56,100 |
|
Rajasthan Agriculture Marketing Service |
Level 14 |
₹56,100 |
|
Rajasthan Cooperative Service |
Level 12 |
₹44,300 |
|
Rajasthan Planning Service |
Level 12 |
₹44,300 |
|
Rajasthan Jail Service |
Level 12 |
₹44,300 |
|
Rajasthan Industry Service |
Level 12 |
₹44,300 |
|
Rajasthan Tourism Service |
Level 12 |
₹44,300 |
|
Rajasthan Transport Service |
Level 12 |
₹44,300 |
|
Rajasthan Excise Service |
Level 12 |
₹44,300 |
|
Rajasthan Devasthan Service |
Level 12 |
₹44,300 |
|
Rajasthan Tehsildar Service |
Level 11 |
₹37,800 |
|
Rajasthan Social Justice & Empowerment Service |
Level 11 |
₹37,800 |
|
Rajasthan Labour Welfare Service |
Level 10 |
₹33,800 |
|
Rajasthan Cooperative Subordinate Service |
Level 10 |
₹33,800 |
|
Rajasthan Excise Subordinate Service |
Level 10 |
₹33,800 |
|
Rajasthan Food & Civil Supplies Subordinate Service |
Level 10 |
₹33,800 |
No vacancy has been notified for Rajasthan Commercial Tax Service in the 2026 recruitment, but the service continues to carry Pay Matrix Level 12.
Although the exact in-hand salary depends on DA, HRA, TA, posting location, and deductions, officers appointed under Pay Matrix Level 14 generally receive a monthly in-hand salary significantly higher than the prescribed basic pay after applicable allowances are added. Officers in Levels 10, 11, and 12 also receive similar allowances, with the final salary increasing after annual increments and DA revisions.
Along with the basic pay, RAS officers are entitled to several allowances and service benefits under Rajasthan Government rules.
|
Allowance / Benefit |
Purpose |
|
Dearness Allowance (DA) |
Compensates for inflation and is revised periodically. |
|
House Rent Allowance (HRA) |
Paid according to the city of posting. |
|
Travel Allowance (TA) |
Covers official travel expenses. |
|
Medical Benefits |
Medical facilities and reimbursement as per government rules. |
|
Leave Benefits |
Earned Leave, Casual Leave, Maternity/Paternity Leave and other admissible leave. |
|
National Pension System (NPS) |
Retirement benefits under the applicable pension scheme. |
|
Annual Increment |
Increase in basic pay according to pay matrix rules. |
|
Government Accommodation* |
Available for eligible officers depending on service and posting. |
Government accommodation is subject to availability and eligibility under departmental rules.
A career through the RPSC RAS Examination offers steady promotions based on service rules, performance, seniority, and departmental requirements.
A Rajasthan Administrative Service officer generally progresses through the following hierarchy:
Deputy Collector
Additional District Magistrate (ADM)
District Collector
Divisional Commissioner
Senior Administrative Positions in the Rajasthan Government
Similarly, officers in Rajasthan Police Service, Rajasthan Accounts Service, Cooperative Service, Tourism Service, and other departments receive promotions to higher administrative posts according to their respective service rules. Promotion to higher pay levels also increases the basic pay and overall salary package.