Job Overview

OrganizationRajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC), Ajmer
Post NameSenior Scientific Officer – 03 Posts
QualificationM.Sc, M.E/ M.Tech
SalaryPay Matrix Level L-15 (Fixed Pay as per State Government norms)
Age LimitCandidates 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
Advt No04/Exam/SSO/Home(Gr.-I)/RPSC/EP-I/2026-27
Job TypePermanent / Regular Government Service
Post Date03/06/2026
Last Date10-07-2026

Eligibility / Qualification

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). DON'T MISSRRB 6565 Technician Online Form 2026 (Short Notice)6,565 Posts • Technician • RRB29 Jul 20266,565 postsOSSSC 5989 Nursing Officer Online Form 20265,989 Vacancies • Nursing Officer13 Jul 20265,989 postsGSRTC 4599 Driver Online Form 20264,599 Openings • GSRTC05 Jul 20264,599 postsCentral Bank of India 4,500 Apprentice Recruitment 20264,500 Posts • Central Bank of India28 Jun 20264,500 postsGSRTC 4318 Conductor Online Form 20264,318 Vacancies • Conductor • GSRTC05 Jul 20264,318 postsKSP Civil Police Constable Online Form 20263,991 Openings • Civil Police Constable03 Jul 20263,991 posts

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)

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

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