Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) Recruitment 2026 has been announced for Senior Scientific Officer posts! Published on 02-06-2026 at the official website of RPSC, this new recruitment drive offers 03 openings for eligible candidates across Toxicology, Physics, and Ballistics Divisions of the State Forensic Science Laboratory, Jaipur. Applicants within the 21 to 40 years age group and possessing a relevant M.Sc. / M.Tech. / M.E. with minimum Second Division qualification can apply online from 11-06-2026 to 10-07-2026. Direct links to download the notification and apply online are shared below.
Rajasthan Public Service Commission Senior Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Rajasthan Public Service Commission, Ajmer has officially released Advertisement No. 04/Exam/SSO/Home(Gr.-I)/RPSC/EP-I/2026-27 dated 02/06/2026 for recruitment of Senior Scientific Officer (Vishishth Vaigyanik Adhikari) - Division 3 Posts - under the Rajasthan Forensic Science Service Rules, 1979, for the State Forensic Science Laboratory (Vidhi Vigyan Prayogshala), Jaipur, Rajasthan. The notification includes complete details on post-wise vacancy breakup, category-wise reservation (including PwBD horizontal reservation), educational qualifications, age limit with relaxations, examination scheme, application fee, and application instructions. Candidates are strongly advised to read the full notification before applying. The notification is available on the official RPSC website.
Rajasthan Public Service Commission Senior Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview
RPSC is recruiting 03 Senior Scientific Officer posts (Toxicology, Physics & Ballistics Divisions) under the Rajasthan Forensic Science Service Rules, 1979, last date 10 July 2026.
| Organization Name | Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC), Ajmer |
| Advertisement No. | 04/Exam/SSO/Home(Gr.-I)/RPSC/EP-I/2026-27 dated 02/06/2026 |
| Post Name | Senior Scientific Officer / Vishishth Vaigyanik Adhikari (Toxicology Division, Physics Division, Ballistics Division) |
| Department | State Forensic Science Laboratory (Vidhi Vigyan Prayogshala), Jaipur, Rajasthan |
| Total Vacancies | 03 (Provisional; subject to change as per actual requirement) |
| Pay Scale | Pay Matrix Level L-15 (Fixed Pay as per State Government norms) |
| Job Type / Duration | Permanent / Regular Government Service |
| Application Mode | Online only (via RPSC website / SSO Portal) |
| Selection Mode | Written Examination (Objective Type) + Merit-based selection; Screening / Moderation if required |
| Online Examination | To be notified; Offline / Online mode (all questions objective type) |
| Official Website | https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in |
RPSC Senior Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Advertisement | 02/06/2026 |
| Opening of Online Registration of Application | 11-06-2026 |
| Last Date for Online Registration of Application | 10-07-2026 (up to 12:00 midnight) |
| Age Calculated As On | 01-01-2027 |
| Written Examination Date | To be notified separately on RPSC website |
RPSC Senior Scientific Officer Vacancy 2026
A total of 03 vacancies have been announced for Senior Scientific Officer posts across three Divisions of the State Forensic Science Laboratory, Jaipur. The number of vacancies is provisional and may vary as per actual requirement. PwBD reservation is horizontal within overall vacancies. Candidates must apply separately for each post they wish to apply for.
| Post S.No. | Name of Post | Total Vacancies | Category-wise Breakup (UR / SC / ST / OBC / MBC / EWS) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Senior Scientific Officer (Toxicology Division) | 01 | ST – 01 |
| 2 | Senior Scientific Officer (Physics Division) | 01 | UR – 01 |
| 3 | Senior Scientific Officer (Ballistics Division) | 01 | OBC – 01 |
| Total | 03 | ||
Abbreviations: SC – Scheduled Caste, ST – Scheduled Tribe, OBC – Other Backward Classes, MBC – More Backward Classes, EWS – Economically Weaker Sections, UR – Unreserved / General, GEN.WE – General Women, WD – Widow, DV – Divorcee, SA – Scheduled Area, NSA – Non Scheduled Area, B/LV – Blindness / Low Vision, D-Deaf, H.H – Hard of Hearing, L.I – Locomotor Disability including Cerebral Palsy, leprosy cured, dwarfism, acid attack victims and muscular dystrophy, Spinal Deformity (SD) / Spinal Injury (SI) without associated neurological/limb dysfunction, I.D – Intellectual Disability, M.I – Mental Illness, S.L.D – Specific Learning Disability, Mul.Dis – Multiple Disability, Ex.Ser – Ex-Serviceman, P.H – Physical Handicapped. Reservation for PwBD is horizontal within overall vacancies.
PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) - Categories Eligible
| Category | Description |
|---|---|
| Blindness / Low Vision (B/LV) | Blindness and Low Vision as defined under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 |
| Hearing Impaired (D / H.H) | Deaf and Hard of Hearing as per RPwD Act, 2016 |
| Locomotor Disability / Cerebral Palsy (L.I) | OA, BA, OL, BL, OAL, Cerebral Palsy, Leprosy Cured, Dwarfism, Muscular Dystrophy, Acid Attack Victims, Spinal Deformity (SD) and Spinal Injury (SI) without associated neurological/limb dysfunction |
| Intellectual Disability / Mental Illness / SLD / Autism / Multiple Disabilities | I.D, M.I, S.L.D, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Multiple Disabilities as per RPwD Act, 2016 |
RPSC Senior Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the date of eligibility (01-01-2027). Only candidates with the specified educational qualification and experience for the respective Division are eligible. Working knowledge of Hindi written in Devnagari Script and knowledge of Rajasthan Culture is mandatory for all posts. Candidates must mandatorily complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the SSO Portal (https://sso.rajasthan.gov.in) before applying online.
| Post | Educational Qualification & Experience |
|---|---|
| Senior Scientific Officer (Toxicology Division) | (a) M.Sc. with at least IInd Division in Chemistry from a University established by law in India, or M.Tech./M.E. with at least IInd Division in field of Chemical Engineering from a University established by law in India, or M.Sc. with at least IInd Division in Forensic Science with specialisation in Forensic Chemistry/Toxicology/Narcotics (in III or IV Semester/specialisation course of minimum six months duration) and Chemistry/Forensic Chemistry as one of the subject in Bachelor of Science level from a University established by law in India; and (b) Certificate/Diploma in Computer Science/Computer Application or Degree with at least one subject as Computer Science/Computer Application from a University established by law in India or an institution recognized by the Government, or 'O' level or higher level Certificate Course by NIELIT (erstwhile DOEACC Society), New Delhi; and (c) Two years' experience of working in a F.S.L. of a State or Central Government or similar experience in public undertaking or corporation. |
| Senior Scientific Officer (Physics Division) | (a) M.Sc. with at least IInd Division in Physics from University established by law in India, or M.Tech./M.E. with at least IInd Division in fields of Civil/Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics Engineering from a University established by law in India, or M.Sc. with at least IInd Division in Forensic Science with specialisation in Forensic Physics/Physical Science (in III or IV Semester/specialisation course of minimum six months duration) and Physics/Physical science as one of the subject in Bachelor of Science level from a University established by law in India; and (b) Certificate/Diploma in Computer Science/Computer Application or Degree with at least one subject as Computer Science/Computer Application from a University established by law in India or an institution recognized by the Government, or 'O' level or higher level Certificate Course by NIELIT (erstwhile DOEACC Society), New Delhi; and (c) Two years' experience of working in a F.S.L. of a State or Central Government or similar experience in public undertaking or corporation. |
| Senior Scientific Officer (Ballistics Division) | (a) M.Sc. with at least IInd Division in Physics/Mathematics from a University established by law in India, or M.Sc. with at least IInd Division in Forensic Science with specialisation in Forensic Ballistics (in III or IV Semester/specialisation course of minimum six months duration) and Physical Science/Physics or Mathematics as one of the major subject in Bachelor of Science level from a University established by law in India; and (b) Certificate/Diploma in Computer Science/Computer Application or Degree with at least one subject as Computer Science/Computer Application from a University established by law in India or an institution recognized by the Government, or 'O' level or higher level Certificate Course by NIELIT (erstwhile DOEACC Society), New Delhi; and (c) Two years' experience of working in a F.S.L. of a State or Central Government or similar experience in public undertaking or corporation. |
| Language Requirement (All Posts) | Working knowledge of Hindi written in Devnagari Script and knowledge of Rajasthan Culture. |
| Nationality | Indian Citizens only (domicile / eligibility as per Rajasthan State rules). |
RPSC Senior Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit
Candidates must be a minimum of 21 years and maximum of 40 years as on 01-01-2027. Note: For Post S.No. 3 (Ballistics Division), the post was advertised by the Commission in the year 2019 - the age cut-off date for that post is 01-01-2020 and a 3-year additional relaxation applies, making the effective maximum age limit for that post 43 years; this relaxation applies to Posts 1 and 2 only in the year of advertisement. Maximum age indicated is for Unreserved (UR) category candidates. Relaxation in upper age limit is applicable as per Government of Rajasthan / Government of India guidelines.
| Category / Special Category | Age Limit / Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 21 to 40 years (as on 01-01-2027) |
| SC / ST / OBC / MBC / EWS Male (Rajasthan domicile) | 5 years relaxation |
| SC / ST / OBC / MBC / EWS Female (Rajasthan domicile) | 10 years relaxation |
| General (Unreserved) Female (Rajasthan domicile) | 5 years relaxation |
| Widow / Divorcee Women | No upper age limit |
| Ex-Servicemen (with prior Substantive service under Government) | No upper age limit applicable |
| Other Ex-Prisoners | Relaxation equal to imprisonment term served (if not overage before conviction) |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) | 5 years relaxation as per Rajasthan Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2018 |
| Persons serving in connection with Panchayat Samitis / Zila Parishads / State Public Sector Undertakings in Substantive capacity | Maximum age limit 40 years |
| Rajasthan State Government employees (Substantive service) | Maximum age limit 40 years |
RPSC Senior Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026 - Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay the Ekbari Panjiyan Shulk (One-Time Registration Fee) through online mode only as per Government of Rajasthan norms. Fee once paid will NOT be refunded on any account. Registration is complete only when fee is deposited online. Blocked OTR can be unblocked on payment of Rs. 750/- and if blocked again in the same financial year, reactivation requires payment of Rs. 1500/-.
| Category | Fees / Intimation Charges |
|---|---|
| General (UR) / OBC Creamy Layer / MBC Creamy Layer | Rs. 600/- (Non-Refundable) |
| Reserved Category (SC / ST / OBC Non-Creamy Layer / MBC Non-Creamy Layer / EWS / Sahariya Tribe) of Rajasthan & PwBD | Rs. 400/- (Non-Refundable) |
| Candidates from other States (applying under General category) | Rs. 600/- (Non-Refundable) |
RPSC Senior Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process
Selection will be based on an Online Written Examination (Objective Type). If required, Screening / Moderation process may be adopted by the Commission. Merit list will be drawn category-wise in descending order of marks. Final selection is subject to document verification, eligibility confirmation, and other formalities as per rules.
Stage 1 - Written Examination (Objective Type)
| Sl. | Name of Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration | Medium of Test |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Concerned Subject (as prescribed in qualifications) - for all three posts | 150 | 150 | 2 Hours 30 Minutes | As applicable |
| Total | 150 | 150 | 2 Hours 30 Minutes | ||
The competitive examination will carry 150 marks with 150 Multiple Choice Type (objective) questions. There will be one paper only. Negative Marking: For every wrong answer, one-third (1/3rd) of the marks prescribed for that question will be deducted. OMR Answer Sheet: Candidates must darken only one circle (bubble) using BLUE BALL POINT PEN. If a candidate does not attempt a question, they must darken circle '5'. If none of the five circles is darkened, one-third (1/3rd) marks will be deducted. Extra time of 10 minutes beyond scheduled time is provided for checking darkening. A candidate who has not darkened any of the five circles in more than 10% questions shall be disqualified. The detailed syllabus will be published separately by RPSC on its official website.
Stage 2 - Document Verification & Medical Fitness
Selected candidates on the merit list will be called for document verification. Candidates must produce all original certificates at the time of document verification. Appointment is subject to satisfactory verification of eligibility, character/antecedents, and medical fitness as per state government norms
Who should NOT apply for RPSC Senior Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026?
- Candidates who do not hold the specified M.Sc. / M.Tech. / M.E. degree with at least Second Division (IInd Division) in the relevant subject for the post they are applying for.
- Candidates who do not have at least 2 years of experience of working in a FSL (State/Central Government) or equivalent public undertaking/corporation after attainment of educational qualification.
- Candidates without a Certificate/Diploma/Degree in Computer Science or Computer Application (or 'O' level / higher NIELIT certification) - this is a mandatory part of the educational qualification.
- Candidates above 40 years of age as on 01-01-2027 (for UR/General candidates) who do not qualify for any applicable age relaxation.
- Candidates whose M.Sc. degree is in a subject other than what is specified for each respective Division (e.g., a Chemistry M.Sc. holder should NOT apply for the Ballistics Division post).
- Candidates who obtained their degree from an institution not established by law in India or not recognized by the Government.
- Candidates from other states applying under reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS) - such candidates are treated as General/UR for fee and reservation purposes.
- Candidates with pending vigilance/disciplinary cases or adverse RBI/Statutory Authority observations against them.
- Candidates who have not completed One Time Registration (OTR) on the SSO Portal - this is a mandatory prerequisite for applying.
Common mistakes / What to check before applying RPSC Senior Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026?
- Applying for the wrong Division post (e.g., applying for Physics Division with a Chemistry background) - ensure your M.Sc. subject matches the specific post requirements exactly.
- Not completing OTR (One Time Registration) on the SSO Portal before applying - without OTR, the online application cannot be submitted.
- Entering incorrect details in OTR (name, father's name, date of birth, gender) - these cannot be changed in the OTR and a mismatch with Aadhaar/documents can lead to disqualification.
- Uploading blurred or incorrectly sized photograph or signature - causing rejection at the scrutiny stage.
- Not noting the Application Form Number (Application No.) after submission - if this is not received, it means the application was not successfully submitted.
- Applying under the wrong category (e.g., OBC Creamy Layer applying as OBC Non-Creamy Layer) - category change is not permitted after submission and mismatch leads to cancellation.
- Candidates from outside Rajasthan claiming SC/ST/OBC/EWS reservation - out-of-state candidates are treated as General/UR for all purposes.
- Submitting the online application after the deadline of 10-07-2026 midnight - the portal will close exactly at 12:00 midnight and no extension will be granted.
- Not keeping the registered mobile number and email ID active - call letters, interview notifications, and all further communication will be sent only to these registered contacts.
- Ignoring negative marking: one-third marks are deducted per wrong answer and one-third are deducted if no circle is darkened - over-attempting without knowing the answer can lower your score.
How to Apply for RPSC Senior Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026
Candidates shall apply online only; no other mode of application will be accepted. Candidates must first complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the SSO Portal (https://sso.rajasthan.gov.in) using Citizen Apps (G2C) → Recruitment Portal. After OTR, log in to the SSO Portal and apply using the OTR Number/Aadhaar Number. Candidates should have a valid personal email ID and mobile number which should be kept active till completion of this recruitment process. Candidates should read the detailed Instructions for Applicants on the RPSC website (https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in) before applying.
Documents Required to be Scanned and Uploaded:
- Recent photograph (as per RPSC guidelines - to be captured live via webcam/mobile at the time of online application)
- Left thumb impression scanned and uploaded (mandatory; also required at examination centre)
- Aadhaar Card / Janadhaar Card for identity verification (mandatory before applying)
Documents to be Produced at the time of Examination / Document Verification / Appointment:
- Admit Card / Call Letter (downloaded from RPSC website) along with valid photo identity proof in original
- Caste Certificate in prescribed Government format (for SC/ST candidates) - issued by competent authority
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Certificate in prescribed format issued before the last date of application (for OBC candidates)
- Income and Assets Certificate (for EWS candidates) - issued in prescribed format by competent authority
- Disability Certificate in prescribed format (for PwBD candidates) as per RPwD Act, 2016
- Educational qualification certificates and marksheets (10th onwards, including M.Sc./M.Tech./M.E. and Computer Science qualification)
- Experience Certificate in prescribed proforma (as per Annexure available in notification) - certifying at least 2 years of FSL/relevant experience after attainment of educational qualification
- Last month's salary slip / proof of current employment (if applicable)
- Character / Antecedent verification certificate from competent authority
- Medical fitness certificate from competent authority at the time of appointment
Apply Online at: https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in | SSO Portal: https://sso.rajasthan.gov.in
For queries: Contact RPSC Helpdesk Number or E-Mail as given on Recruitment Portal; or visit RPSC office, Ajmer in person between working hours. Phone: 0145-2635212 and 2635200.
Important Instructions for RPSC Senior Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026 Candidates
- Candidates must complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the SSO Portal before applying; no application can be submitted without a valid OTR.
- The detailed advertisement and Instructions for Applicants on the RPSC website (https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in) are part of this notification - candidates must read them before applying.
- Candidates must apply separately for each post they wish to apply for - a separate online application must be submitted for each post.
- Candidates belonging to OBC Creamy Layer from Rajasthan and candidates from other states' SC/ST/OBC categories must apply as General/UR candidates.
- The online application must be submitted on or before 10-07-2026 (up to 12:00 midnight). No offline or physical application will be accepted under any circumstances.
- After submitting the online application, an Application Form Number (Application No.) will be generated - if this is not received, the application has not been successfully submitted.
- Candidates must ensure that all educational qualification and experience required as per this advertisement is obtained on or before the last date of online application.
- Online application Amendment (correction) is possible on payment of Rs. 500/- within 10 days after the last date of application, through the RPSC website; after this, no amendment will be accepted.
- One Time Registration (OTR) details - name, father's name, date of birth, gender - cannot be amended in the online application; any discrepancy with Aadhaar/Janadhaar must be corrected in the OTR before applying.
- Candidates with pending disciplinary/vigilance cases or adverse RBI/Statutory Authority observations are not eligible for appointment.
- PwBD candidates eligible for scribe facility: candidates with 40% or more physical disability having limitation in writing are eligible; scribe facility and compensatory time will be provided as per RPwD Act, 2016 and RPSC guidelines. Candidates must apply for scribe facility at least two days before the examination date.
- Mobile phones, smartwatches, or any electronic/communication devices are not allowed inside the examination hall.
- All revisions/corrigendum (if any) will be hosted on the RPSC website (https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in) only - candidates should visit regularly.
- Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification.
- Legal jurisdiction for any dispute arising out of this recruitment shall be Rajasthan only.
- RPSC reserves the right to cancel the selection process partly/entirely at any stage without assigning any reason.
