If you’ve cleared the RPSC RAS Prelims in February 2025, congratulations! The next big step is here: the RAS Mains Examination, scheduled for June 17 and 18, 2025. Time to dive into what this exam means for you—and how to prepare smartly.
Exam Dates & Admit Card
- Exam Dates: June 17–18, 2025
- Two Exam Shifts Each Day:
- Morning: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
- Afternoon: 2:30 PM–5:30 PM
- Admit Card Released: June 14, 2025
- Venue Centers: Jaipur, Ajmer, and across Rajasthan—21,000+ candidates expected
Exam Pattern Breakdown
The RAS Mains is descriptive and analytical, split into four papers—each worth 200 marks, for a total of 800 marks:
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Studies I (History, Rajasthan’s culture, Indian history, Economy, Sociology) | 200 | 3 hrs |
| 2 | General Studies II (Reasoning, Maths, Rajasthan & India geography, Public Administration) | 200 | 3 hrs |
| 3 | General Studies III (Polity, Current Affairs, International Relations, Development issues) | 200 | 3 hrs |
| 4 | General Hindi & General English (Senior secondary level) | 200 | 3 hrs |
Each paper combines short, medium and long-form questions
Syllabus Highlights
Paper I – GS I:
- History, art, and culture of Rajasthan
- Indian history and national movements
- Economy and social development relevant to the state
Paper II – GS II:
- Administration ethics
- Logical reasoning & simple numeracy
- Geography of Rajasthan & India
Paper III – GS III:
- Indian polity, public administration
- International relations & current affairs
- Social issues & developmental policies
Paper IV – Hindi & English:
- Comprehension, grammar, essay writing, report writing — up to senior secondary standards
Selection Journey & Scoring
- Prelims: One paper, objective, qualifying only (150 Qs / 200 marks)
- Mains: Four descriptive papers, marks counted for final merit
- Interview (Personality Test): 100 marks added to mains score
- Final selection = Mains (800) + Interview (100) = 900 marks total.
Preparation Tips
- Time management: Practice writing under timed conditions (3 hrs per paper).
- Answer clarity: Structure answers with headings, diagrams, and balanced arguments.
- Current affairs: Stay updated on both Rajasthan-specific and national/international developments.
- Language papers: Write essays, precis, and summaries to improve fluency in Hindi & English.
- Mock tests: Take full-length practices and review answers to pinpoint weak areas.
Role of RAS Officers
Once selected, RAS officers work in Rajasthan’s civil services, heading administrative teams, handling revenue, law & order, and policy implementation. With a career path that leads to higher state positions and possible promotion into IAS, this exam is a gateway to a life of public service
In Conclusion
RAS Mains is a step up from simple objective tests, requiring deep knowledge, crisp writing, and analytical thinking. With the exam just days away, focus on clarity, time management, and staying calm under pressure. Good luck—you’ve got this!