RPSC Assistant Statistical Officer (ASO) Eligibility Criteria 2025

The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has outlined specific eligibility criteria for candidates aspiring to apply for the Assistant Statistical Officer (ASO) post under the Department of Economics & Statistics. Below is a detailed breakdown of the eligibility requirements, including age limits, educational qualifications, nationality, domicile, age relaxation, and other essential conditions.

RPSC ASO Age Limit

The age criteria for the RPSC Assistant Statistical Officer exam are as follows:

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 40 years (as of January 1, 2025)

Note:

• Candidates must ensure their age falls within this range on the specified date.
• Age will be calculated based on the Secondary Examination Certificate (e.g., 10th standard certificate).

RPSC ASO Educational Qualification

Candidates must meet the following mandatory educational qualifications to be eligible for the RPSC ASO post:

Core Qualifications

1. Master’s Degree:

   • A second-class Master’s degree in one of the following disciplines from a recognized university established by law in India:
     • Mathematics
     • Statistics
     • Economics
     • Commerce
   • OR a Master’s degree in any of the above subjects with a one-year diploma in Statistics from a recognized university.

2. Computer Proficiency:

   • "O" or Higher Level Certificate Course conducted by DOEACC (Department of Electronics, Government of India).
   • OR a Certificate Course on Computer Concepts (CCC) by NIELIT, New Delhi.
   • OR any of the following:
     • Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA)/
     • Data Preparation and Computer Software (DPCS) Certificate under the National/State Council for Vocational Training Scheme.
     • Degree/Diploma/Certificate in Computer Science/Computer Application from a recognized university or institution.
     • Senior Secondary Certificate with Computer Science/Computer Application as a subject from a recognized board.
     • Diploma in Computer Science & Engineering from a government-recognized polytechnic institution.
     • Rajasthan State Certificate Course in Information Technology (RSCIT) conducted by Vardhman Mahaveer Open University, Kota, under the Rajasthan Knowledge Corporation Limited (RKCL).

3. Language and Cultural Knowledge:

   • Working knowledge of Hindi written in Devanagari script.
   • Knowledge of Rajasthan culture.

Additional Notes

• Final Year Students: Candidates appearing for their final year exams of the required qualification may apply, but they must provide proof of qualification before the RPSC ASO competitive examination.
• Document Verification: Original certificates must be presented during document verification. Failure to do so will result in disqualification.

RPSC ASO Nationality and Domicile Requirements

Nationality

• Candidates must be Indian citizens.

Domicile

• Reserved Category Benefits: Only candidates who are permanent residents of Rajasthan are eligible for reservations under the following categories:
  • Scheduled Castes (SC)
  • Scheduled Tribes (ST)
  • Other Backward Classes (OBC)
  • More Backward Classes (MBC)
  • Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)
  • Ex-Servicemen (Ex. Ser.)

Special Note for Women:

• Women from other states who marry a Rajasthan resident are not eligible for SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS reservations in public employment, as per:
  • Supreme Court judgment in C.A. No. 1085/2013 (August 30, 2018).
  • Rajasthan High Court judgment in D.B.S.A.W. No. 1116/2018 (September 18, 2018).
• Such candidates must apply under the General (Unreserved) category.

RPSC ASO Age Relaxation

The RPSC provides age relaxation for specific categories as per government norms. The relaxations are non-cumulative, meaning candidates can avail only one relaxation even if they qualify for multiple categories.

Note:

• Ex-Servicemen who have already availed reservation benefits in Rajasthan government service cannot claim benefits again for re-employment.
• PwBD candidates must provide a disability certificate (40% or more) issued by a competent medical authority, specifying the type of disability.

RPSC ASO Other Requirements

1. Character and Conduct

• Candidates must submit a character certificate from their last educational institution, stating "Good" conduct.
• A police verification certificate will be required post-selection, confirming no criminal record that would disqualify them from government service.

2. Medical Fitness

• Candidates must be medically fit and provide a medical certificate from a competent authority post-selection, confirming their suitability for government service.

3. Marriage Registration

• As per Government Circular No. P.6(19)Grih-13/2006 (May 22, 2006), marriage registration is mandatory for government employment. Candidates must submit a marriage certificate if applicable.

4. Two-Child Policy

• Candidates with more than two children as of June 1, 2002, are ineligible for appointment.
• Exceptions:
  • If a candidate had two or fewer children on June 1, 2002, and later had twins or multiple births in a single delivery, the additional children are counted as one unit.
  • Disabled children from previous births are not counted.
  • Widows/Divorced/Deserted women are exempt from this rule.

5. No Objection Certificate (NOC)

• Government employees (Central/State/Public Sector Undertakings) must submit an NOC from their employer at the time of document verification.

6. Scheduled Area Candidates

• Scheduled Area residents can apply for both Scheduled and Non-Scheduled Area vacancies but must specify their preference in the application.
• Non-Scheduled Area candidates applying for Scheduled Area posts will be disqualified.
• Scheduled Area candidates must provide a residence certificate issued after October 21, 2019, and before the last date of application.

7. Backlog Vacancies

• 11 backlog vacancies for Scheduled Tribes (ST) in Scheduled Areas from the 2021 recruitment will be filled separately and are not part of the general selection process.

8. Application Withdrawal

• Candidates can withdraw their application until the correction window closes.
• Providing false information or failing to withdraw an ineligible application may result in:
  • Disqualification from the current exam.
  • Debarment from RPSC exams for one year (for counseling/eligibility checks).
  • Legal action under Section 217 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023.

9. Category-Specific Certificates

• Caste Certificates: Must be issued on or before the last date of application.
  • For OBC/MBC, certificates must include:
    • Residence details.
    • Creamy Layer/Non-Creamy Layer status (based on parents' income).
  • Married women must provide caste certificates based on their father’s details, not their husband’s.
• EWS Certificates: Must include:
  • Candidate’s and father’s name.
  • Family income details.
• Disability Certificates: Must be issued on or after March 1, 2024, via the UDID/Swayam Portal and specify the type and percentage of disability.
• Ex-Servicemen Certificates: Must include:
  • Discharge certificate.
  • Pension documents (if applicable).
  • NOC from employer (if currently employed).

10. Document Verification

• Candidates must submit original documents during verification, including:
  • Educational certificates.
  • Caste/category certificates.
  • Age proof (10th certificate).
  • Disability certificate (if applicable).
  • Ex-Servicemen documents (if applicable).
  • Marriage certificate (if applicable).
  • Character certificate.
  • Police verification certificate.
  • Medical fitness certificate.
  • NOC (for government employees).

Important Notes for RPSC ASO Applicants

1. Application Process:

   • Applications must be submitted online via the RPSC official website or SSO Portal.
   • One-Time Registration (OTR) is mandatory. Ensure details match Aadhaar/SSO profile.
   • Live photograph and signature must be uploaded during application.

2. Application Fee:

   Category	Fee (INR)
   General/OBC (Creamy Layer)/Other State Candidates	600
   SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/MBC/EWS	400
   Persons with Disabilities (PwBD)	400

3. Exam Pattern:

   • Total Questions: 100 (Multiple Choice Questions).
   • Total Marks: 100.
   • Duration: 2 hours.
   • Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer.
   • Minimum Qualifying Marks: 40% of total marks.
   • Standard: Master’s degree level.

4. OMR Sheet Instructions:

   • Use a blue ballpoint pen to darken the correct bubble.
   • Mandatory to fill one option per question.
   • If not attempting a question, darken bubble ‘5’ to avoid negative marking.
   • Disqualification: If more than 10% of questions are left unmarked.

5. Scheduled Area vs. Non-Scheduled Area:

   • Scheduled Area candidates can apply for both areas but must prioritize their preference.
   • Non-Scheduled Area candidates cannot apply for Scheduled Area posts.

6. Reservation Rules:

   • Horizontal Reservation: Applies to Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, and women within their respective vertical categories.
   • Backlog Vacancies: Unfilled reserved vacancies may be carried forward for up to three years before being converted to general vacancies.

Conclusion

Candidates must carefully review the RPSC ASO eligibility criteria before applying to ensure compliance with all requirements. Failure to meet any condition may result in disqualification at any stage of the selection process. For the latest updates, refer to the official RPSC website.

Best of luck with your RPSC Assistant Statistical Officer exam preparation!