RPSC Exam Update: RAS Prelims Rescheduled to December 6; Check New Calendar Here

Aspirants preparing for Rajasthan’s most coveted government service examinations must take note of a significant update. Citing administrative reasons, the Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has officially revised its 2026 examination calendar, impacting several major recruitment drives. Candidates are advised to update their revision schedules immediately to align with the new timeline.

RAS Prelims Gets a New Date

The most notable change concerns the Rajasthan State and Subordinate Services Combined Competitive (RAS) Preliminary Examination. Previously slated for November 29, 2026, the commission has officially postponed the date by one week. The RAS Prelims will now be conducted on December 6, 2026. While this provides candidates with a precious extra week for last-minute revision, experts suggest using this time to focus on high-yield topics and current affairs relevant to Rajasthan. Furthermore, the commission has provided clarity on the next stage: the RAS Main Examination is tentatively scheduled to be held on May 1 and 2, 2027. This timeline offers successful candidates approximately five months of preparation time between the prelims and mains.

Revised Schedule for Professor and APO Exams

The ripple effect of the RAS Prelims rescheduling has necessitated adjustments to other recruitment exams to avoid date conflicts. The Professor (Special Education - Secondary Education Department) Competitive Examination, which was originally set for December 6, 2026, has been pushed forward to December 8, 2026. Additionally, candidates eyeing positions in the legal department should mark their calendars for the Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) Main Examination, which is now tentatively scheduled for December 27, 2026. The commission is expected to release the detailed, subject-wise timetables for these exams in the coming weeks.

Understanding the "Administrative Reasons"

While sudden changes can be stressful for students, the RPSC has emphasized that these shifts are strictly due to administrative necessities. Such measures are standard practice to prevent logistical conflicts—such as clashes with other competitive exams, availability of examination centers, and the ensuring of foolproof security protocols. The commission’s primary objective remains the smooth, transparent, and incident-free conduct of these high-stakes recruitment exams. Aspirants are encouraged to keep a close watch on the official RPSC website for any further notifications or finalized admit card release dates.