RPSC Assistant Agriculture Engineer Cutoff 2025: Expected & Previous Year Cutoffs
RPSC Assistant Agriculture Engineer Expected Cutoff 2025
The expected cutoff for the RPSC Assistant Agriculture Engineer exam 2025 will be updated when available. The cutoff marks depend on several factors including:
- Difficulty level of the exam
- Number of candidates appearing
- Total vacancies available (281 for 2025)
- Category-wise reservation norms
- Previous year cutoff trends
Candidates are advised to aim for scores significantly above the previous year cutoffs to enhance their selection chances.
RPSC Assistant Agriculture Engineer Previous Year Cutoff
Previous year cutoff data for the RPSC Assistant Agriculture Engineer exam is currently Will be updated when available. The last recruitment for this post was conducted in 1998, and no subsequent notifications were issued until 2025. Once available, the cutoff marks will be presented in the table below:
| Year | General | EWS | OBC | MBC | SC | ST | PwD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Will be updated when available | ||||||
| 1998 | Will be updated when available |
RPSC Assistant Agriculture Engineer Category-wise Cutoff
The RPSC Assistant Agriculture Engineer exam follows Rajasthan government reservation norms. The category-wise vacancy distribution for 2025 is as follows:
| Category | Total Vacancies | GEN Women | Widow | Divorcee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 71 | 20 | 8 | 2 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 32 | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 24 | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 42 | 12 | 4 | 1 |
| Most Backward Class (MBC) | 10 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 20 | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Total | 281 |
Horizontal Reservations:
- Ex-Servicemen: 11 posts (Gen-5, SC-2, ST-1, OBC-2, MBC-0, EWS-1)
- Persons with Disabilities (PwD):
- Blindness/Low Vision: 3
- Deaf/Hard of Hearing: 3
- Locomotor Disability (including Cerebral Palsy, Leprosy, Dwarfism, Acid Attack Victims, Muscular Dystrophy): 3
- Intellectual Disability/Mental Illness/Specific Learning Disability: 3 (included in above)
- Multiple Disabilities: 3 (included in above)
Factors Affecting RPSC Assistant Agriculture Engineer Cutoff
Several factors influence the cutoff marks for the RPSC Assistant Agriculture Engineer exam:
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Exam Difficulty Level:
- The complexity of questions in the 150-mark objective paper directly impacts cutoff scores.
- Negative marking (1/3 mark deduction for wrong answers) affects overall scores.
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Number of Applicants:
- Higher competition typically leads to increased cutoff marks.
- The 2025 recruitment saw applications for 281 vacancies after a long gap since 1998.
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Vacancy Distribution:
- Category-wise vacancies (General: 71, SC: 32, ST: 24, OBC: 42, MBC: 10, EWS: 20) affect cutoff trends.
- Horizontal reservations (women, PwD, ex-servicemen) further segment the competition.
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Normalization Process:
- RPSC may use scaling/moderation/normalization methods for fair evaluation.
- This adjusts scores across different exam sessions if applicable.
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Syllabus Coverage:
- The exam covers 7 broad topics in Agricultural Engineering:
- Surveying, Levelling, and Land Development
- Soil and Water Conservation
- Irrigation and Drainage
- Farm Power and Machinery
- Agricultural Processing
- Farm Electrification and Rural Housing
- Renewable Energy
- Depth of preparation in these areas influences individual performance.
- The exam covers 7 broad topics in Agricultural Engineering:
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State-Specific Programs:
- Knowledge of Rajasthan-specific schemes (e.g., Integrated Watershed Development Program, Desert Development Program, Rajasthan Agricultural Drainage Program) may impact scores.
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Eligibility Criteria:
- Candidates must hold a degree in Agricultural Engineering.
- Working knowledge of Hindi (Devanagari script) and Rajasthan culture is mandatory.
- Age limit: 20–40 years as of 01.01.2026 (relaxations apply for reserved categories).
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Document Verification:
- Only candidates meeting all eligibility criteria (age, qualification, category certificates) proceed to final selection.
- Discrepancies in documents may lead to disqualification despite clearing the cutoff.
Preparation Tips Based on Cutoff Trends
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Target Score: Aim for at least 10–15 marks above the expected cutoff to account for competition.
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Focus Areas: Prioritize high-weightage topics like:
- Irrigation and Drainage (Rajasthan-specific programs)
- Farm Power and Machinery (tractor mechanics, SMAM scheme)
- Renewable Energy (solar/wind applications in agriculture)
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Mock Tests: Practice with negative marking to improve accuracy and speed.
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Previous Papers: Analyze past exam patterns (though limited data is available).
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Category Awareness: Understand reservation norms to set realistic targets.
Important Notes
- The RPSC Assistant Agriculture Engineer exam 2025 consists of 150 objective questions (150 marks) with a 2.5-hour duration.
- Negative marking applies (1/3 mark deduction per wrong answer).
- No interview is conducted; selection is based solely on the written exam and document verification.
- Final year students can apply but must submit proof of qualification before the exam.
- Cutoff marks will be officially released by RPSC after the exam results.
For the most accurate and updated cutoff information, regularly check the official RPSC website.