RPSC Assistant Professor (Medical Education) Recruitment 2025: Comprehensive Guide
Overview
The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) conducts the Assistant Professor (Medical Education) recruitment exam to fill faculty positions in medical colleges across Rajasthan. This exam is a gateway for medical professionals to secure teaching roles in broad and super-specialty subjects under the Rajasthan Medical Service (Collegiate Branch) Rules, 1962. The selection process includes a written examination and an interview, with a total of 329 posts advertised in the 2024-25 cycle.
RPSC Assistant Professor (Medical Education) Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | RPSC Assistant Professor (Medical Education) |
| Conducting Body | Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) |
| Total Posts | 329 (Broad Specialty: 296, Super Specialty: 33) |
| Pay Scale | Pay Matrix Level L-16 (Grade Pay: ₹6,600) |
| Selection Process | Written Exam (150 marks) + Interview (15 marks) |
| Exam Type | Objective-type (Multiple Choice Questions) |
| Negative Marking | 1/3 marks deducted for each wrong answer |
| Application Period | 31 December 2024 – 29 January 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Official Website | https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in |
Key Features:
- Subjects Covered: 33 specialties, including General Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, Cardiology, Neurology, and more.
- Eligibility: MD/MS/DNB (Broad Specialty) or DM/MCh/DNB (Super Specialty) with 1-year Senior Residency experience (for Broad Specialty).
- Age Limit: Maximum 37 years (as of 01 January 2026), with relaxations for reserved categories and ex-servicemen.
- Reservation: Applicable for SC, ST, OBC, MBC, EWS, Women, PwD, and Ex-servicemen as per Rajasthan government norms.
Quick Links
- Important Dates
- Eligibility Criteria
- Vacancy Details
- Exam Pattern
- How to Apply
- Reservation Policy
- Syllabus
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 11 December 2024 |
| Online Application Start | 31 December 2024 |
| Online Application End | 29 January 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | Will be updated when available |
| Written Exam Date | Will be updated when available |
| Interview Dates | Will be updated when available |
| Result Declaration | Will be updated when available |
Note: Exact dates for the written exam and interview will be announced on the RPSC website.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualifications
- Broad Specialty: MD/MS/DNB in the concerned subject + 1-year Senior Residency in a recognized medical college.
- Super Specialty: DM/MCh/DNB in the concerned subject.
Example:
- For General Medicine: MD/DNB in General Medicine + 1-year Senior Residency.
- For Cardiology: DM/DNB in Cardiology.
Transition Period Relaxation: Candidates with MD/MS/DNB in related subjects and 3 years of specialized training may be eligible for certain specialties (e.g., Geriatrics, Palliative Medicine).
Age Limit (as of 01 January 2026)
- Maximum Age: 37 years (42 years for DM/MCh-qualified candidates).
- Relaxations:
- SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS (Rajasthan Domicile): 5 years.
- Women (General/Reserved): 5 years.
- Widows/Divorcees: No upper age limit (subject to remarriage conditions).
- Ex-servicemen: 10 years + service period (max 50 years).
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 5 years.
- State Government Employees: 40 years (45 years for DM/MCh posts).
Note: Age relaxations are non-cumulative (only one relaxation applies).
Other Requirements
- Registration: Must be registered in the Rajasthan State Medical Register or National Medical Register.
- Domicile: Reservation benefits are only for Rajasthan domicile candidates.
- Character Certificate: Required from the last attended educational institution.
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 329
Broad Specialty (296 Posts)
| S.No. | Subject | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anesthesiology | 27 |
| 2 | General Medicine | 45 |
| 3 | General Surgery | 36 |
| 4 | Geriatrics | 2 |
| 5 | Obstetrics & Gynaecology | 15 |
| 6 | Ophthalmology | 6 |
| 7 | Orthopedics | 18 |
| 8 | Oto Rhino Laryngology (ENT) | 5 |
| 9 | Pediatrics | 27 |
| 10 | Palliative Medicine | 1 |
| 11 | Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation | 6 |
| 12 | Psychiatry | 3 |
| 13 | Radio-Diagnosis | 34 |
| 14 | Radiation Oncology/Radiotherapy | 6 |
| 15 | Respiratory Medicine/TB & Chest | 1 |
| 16 | Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy | 4 |
| 17 | Traumatology and Surgery | 1 |
Super Specialty (33 Posts)
| S.No. | Subject | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 18 | Cardiology | 3 |
| 19 | Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology | 1 |
| 20 | Medical Gastroenterology | 7 |
| 21 | Medical Oncology | 9 |
| 22 | Neonatology | 3 |
| 23 | Nephrology | 8 |
| 24 | Neurology | 9 |
| 25 | Neuro Surgery | 13 |
| 26 | Pediatric Neurology | 1 |
| 27 | Pediatric Surgery | 4 |
| 28 | Pediatric Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery | 1 |
| 29 | Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery | 5 |
| 30 | Surgical Gastroenterology | 11 |
| 31 | Surgical Oncology | 10 |
| 32 | Urology | 6 |
| 33 | Virology | 1 |
Category-Wise Reservation
- SC: 16% of total posts.
- ST: 12% of total posts.
- OBC: 21% of total posts.
- MBC: 5% of total posts.
- EWS: 10% of total posts.
- Women: Horizontal reservation (varies by category).
- PwBD: 4% horizontal reservation (sub-categories: Locomotor Disability, Visual Impairment, etc.).
- Ex-servicemen: 12% horizontal reservation.
Note: Backlog vacancies from 2019-20 are included in the current cycle for certain specialties (e.g., Radio-Diagnosis, Nephrology).
Exam Pattern
Written Examination
- Total Marks: 150 (1 mark per question).
- Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.
- Question Type: Objective (Multiple Choice Questions).
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer.
- Subject: Concerned specialty (e.g., General Medicine, Cardiology).
Interview
- Total Marks: 15 (10% of total selection marks).
- Eligibility: Candidates scoring above the RPSC-cutoff in the written exam.
- Focus Areas: Subject knowledge, teaching aptitude, and communication skills.
Final Selection
- Merit List: Based on written exam + interview marks.
- Document Verification: Required for provisionally selected candidates.
How to Apply
Step-by-Step Process
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One-Time Registration (OTR):
- Visit https://sso.rajasthan.gov.in and register using Aadhaar details.
- Fill in personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload photograph, signature, and thumb impression (scanned copies).
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Application Form:
- Log in to the RPSC Recruitment Portal via SSO.
- Select the Assistant Professor (Medical Education) exam.
- Fill in post preferences, category, and eligibility details.
- Upload required documents (e.g., degree certificates, experience proof, caste certificate).
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Fee Payment:
- General/OBC (Creamy Layer): ₹600.
- SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/EWS/PwBD: ₹400.
- Payment modes: Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI.
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Submission:
- Preview the application and submit.
- Save the application number and acknowledgment slip.
Documents Required
- Photograph: Recent passport-size (live capture during application).
- Signature: Scanned copy.
- Thumb Impression: Scanned copy.
- Educational Certificates: MD/MS/DNB/DM/MCh degree and mark sheets.
- Experience Certificate: 1-year Senior Residency proof (for Broad Specialty).
- Caste Certificate: For reserved category candidates (issued by competent authority).
- Domicile Certificate: For Rajasthan domicile candidates.
- PwBD Certificate: For candidates claiming disability reservation.
- Ex-servicemen Certificate: For ex-servicemen candidates.
Application Correction
- Window: 7 days (dates will be announced).
- Fee: ₹500 per correction.
- Editable Fields: Subject, category, photo (except name, father’s name, DOB, gender).
Note: No offline applications will be accepted.
Reservation Policy
Vertical Reservation (Category-Wise)
| Category | Percentage |
|---|---|
| SC | 16% |
| ST | 12% |
| OBC | 21% |
| MBC | 5% |
| EWS | 10% |
| General | Remaining |
Horizontal Reservation
| Category | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Women | Varies by category |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 4% |
| Ex-servicemen | 12% |
Key Notes:
- Rajasthan Domicile: Required for SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS/ex-servicemen reservations.
- Non-Creamy Layer (NCL): Applicable for OBC/MBC candidates (income limit: ₹8 lakh/annum).
- PwBD Sub-Categories: Locomotor Disability (LD), Visual Impairment (VI), Hearing Impairment (HI), etc.
- Backlog Vacancies: Unfilled reserved posts from previous years are carried forward.
Syllabus
The RPSC Assistant Professor (Medical Education) syllabus is subject-specific and covers the entire curriculum of the concerned specialty (e.g., General Medicine, Cardiology). The written exam tests depth of knowledge, clinical applications, and teaching aptitude.
Syllabus Location in Notification
- Found: Yes.
- Start Text: "Scheme of Competitive Examination for the post of Assistant Professor"
- End Text: "The allocation of marks for interview shall not be more than 10%"
- Description: Pages 3-4 of the 11 December 2024 notification (Section: "Scheme of Competitive Examination").
General Guidelines for Syllabus:
- Broad Specialty: Covers core topics of the MD/MS/DNB curriculum (e.g., General Medicine includes cardiology, neurology, endocrinology).
- Super Specialty: Focuses on advanced topics of the DM/MCh/DNB curriculum (e.g., Cardiology includes interventional cardiology, electrophysiology).
- Question Pattern:
- Theoretical Knowledge: 60-70% of questions.
- Clinical Scenarios: 20-30% of questions.
- Recent Advances: 10-20% of questions.
How to Access the Syllabus:
- Visit the RPSC Official Website.
- Navigate to "Syllabus" under the "Candidate Information" section.
- Search for "Assistant Professor (Medical Education)" and download the subject-wise PDF.
Note: The syllabus for each specialty is detailed in the official notification. Candidates are advised to refer to the latest curriculum of their respective specialties.
Additional Information
Exam Day Instructions
- Admit Card: Download from the RPSC website 10 days before the exam.
- ID Proof: Carry Aadhaar Card/PAN Card/Voter ID + Admit Card.
- Reporting Time: 1 hour before the exam.
- Prohibited Items: Mobile phones, calculators, study material.
- OMR Sheet Instructions:
- Use blue ballpoint pen only.
- Darken only one circle per question.
- Leave no circle blank (darken option 5 if not attempting).
Result and Selection
- Written Exam Result: Published on the RPSC website.
- Interview Call Letters: Sent to shortlisted candidates via email/SMS.
- Final Merit List: Based on written exam (150 marks) + interview (15 marks).
- Document Verification: Required for provisionally selected candidates.
Important Contacts
- RPSC Helpline: 0145-2635212, 2635200.
- Email: Will be updated when available.
- Address: Rajasthan Public Service Commission, Ghooghara Ghati, Jaipur Road, Ajmer – 305001.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can I apply for multiple specialties?
Yes, but you must submit separate applications for each specialty.
2. Is there an age relaxation for government employees?
Yes, state government employees get a 3-year relaxation (max age: 40 years, 45 years for DM/MCh posts).
3. What is the application fee for PwBD candidates?
₹400 (same as SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS).
4. How can I correct my application after submission?
Use the online correction window (dates will be announced) by paying ₹500.
5. When will the written exam be conducted?
The exam date will be updated on the RPSC website soon.
6. Is the Senior Residency experience mandatory for all posts?
Yes, for Broad Specialty posts. Super Specialty posts do not require Senior Residency.
7. Can candidates from other states apply?
Yes, but they will be treated as General category candidates and cannot avail reservation benefits.
Stay updated with the latest notifications on the RPSC Official Website.