The RPSC RAS Prelims Exam 2026 will now be held on 6 December 2026 (Sunday) instead of 29 November 2026. The RAS Mains Exam 2026 is scheduled for 1 and 2 May 2027. The Rajasthan Public Service Commission revised the dates through a press note dated 2 July 2026, citing administrative reasons.
RPSC RAS Exam Date 2026 - Quick Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) |
| Exam Name | Rajasthan State and Subordinate Services Combined Competitive Examination (RAS) 2026 |
| Prelims Exam Date (Revised) | 6 December 2026 (Sunday) |
| Earlier Prelims Date | 29 November 2026 |
| Mains Exam Date | 1 and 2 May 2027 (Saturday and Sunday) |
| Reason for Revision | Administrative reasons |
| Official Website | rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in |
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RAS Prelims 2026 New Date: What Has Changed?
The Commission has moved the Preliminary Examination forward by one week and has also announced the Mains dates.
| Examination | Earlier Date | Revised Date |
|---|---|---|
| RPSC RAS Prelims 2026 | 29 November 2026 | 6 December 2026 (Sunday) |
| RPSC RAS Mains 2026 | Not available in the notice | 1 and 2 May 2027 (Saturday and Sunday) |
RPSC RAS 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 27 May 2026 |
| Online Application Started | 4 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 3 July 2026 |
| Revised Date Press Note | 2 July 2026 |
| RAS Prelims Exam | 6 December 2026 |
| RAS Mains Exam | 1 and 2 May 2027 |
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Why Was the RPSC RAS Exam Date Changed?
According to the official press note, the exam dates were revised due to administrative reasons. The notice does not give any further explanation.
RPSC RAS 2026 Vacancy Details
The revised exam date notice does not mention the number of vacancies. Candidates should refer to the main RAS 2026 notification on the official RPSC website for post-wise vacancy details.
Other RPSC Exams with Revised Dates
Along with the RAS examination, RPSC has also revised the dates of other recruitment exams.
| Examination | Revised Exam Date |
|---|---|
| RAS Prelims 2026 | 6 December 2026 |
| School Lecturer (Special Education) Exam 2026 | 8 December 2026 |
| Assistant Prosecution Officer (Main) Exam 2026 | 27 December 2026 |
| RAS Mains 2026 | 1 and 2 May 2027 |
How to Check the Official RPSC RAS Exam Date Notice
- Visit the official RPSC website, rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in.
- Open the Press Notes or Forthcoming Examinations section.
- Find the press note dated 2 July 2026.
- Read the revised RAS 2026 exam dates.
- Download and save the PDF for future reference.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Plan your preparation around the revised Prelims date of 6 December 2026.
- Check the official RPSC website regularly for the admit card and the detailed exam programme.
- Rely only on the official website for final information on dates and notices.
- Keep your SSO ID login details ready for downloading the admit card when it is released.
RPSC RAS Prelims Exam Date 2026 - Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official RPSC Website | rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in |
