RPSC Junior Chemist Exam 2025-26: Important Dates & Timeline
Key Dates for RPSC Junior Chemist Recruitment 2025-26
The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has released the important dates for the RPSC Junior Chemist Recruitment 2025-26. Below is a structured timeline of all critical events, including application deadlines, exam dates, and result announcements.
Important Dates Table
| Event | Date | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Notification Release | 02 April 2025 | Completed | Advertisement No. 02/2025-26 |
| Online Application Start Date | 09 April 2025 | Completed | Applications invited for 13 posts |
| Online Application End Date | 08 May 2025 (12:00 AM) | Completed | Deadline for submission |
| Application Correction Window | 09 May 2025 - 18 May 2025 | Completed | 10-day correction period post-deadline |
| Post Increase Notification | 24 November 2025 | Completed | Total posts increased to 16 (13 + 3) |
| Written Examination Date | Will be updated when available | Tentative | Expected in 2026 (exact date TBA) |
| Admit Card Release | Will be updated when available | Tentative | Expected 10-15 days before the exam |
| Interview Schedule | Will be updated when available | Tentative | For candidates qualifying the written exam |
| Final Result Declaration | Will be updated when available | Tentative | After written exam and interview |
RPSC Junior Chemist 2025-26: Timeline of Events
1. Notification and Application Phase
- 02 April 2025: RPSC released the official notification for Junior Chemist (13 posts) under the Public Health Engineering Department (PHED). The advertisement detailed eligibility, vacancies, and application procedures.
- 09 April 2025: Online applications commenced on the RPSC official website (https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in). Candidates were required to complete One Time Registration (OTR) via the SSO portal (https://sso.rajasthan.gov.in).
- 08 May 2025: Last date for submitting online applications. No extensions were announced.
- 09 May 2025 - 18 May 2025: Candidates could edit their applications (except for name, father’s name, date of birth, and gender) by paying a correction fee of ₹500.
2. Post Increase and Updates
- 24 November 2025: RPSC issued a corrigendum increasing the total number of posts from 13 to 16. The revised category-wise distribution was updated as follows:
- General (UR): 6
- General Women (GEN WE): 1
- Widow (WD): 1
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 1 + 1 (GEN WE)
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 1
- Other Backward Classes (OBC): 2 + 1 (GEN WE)
- More Backward Classes (MBC): 1
- Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): 1
- Horizontal Reservation (PH - Hard of Hearing): 1
3. Upcoming Events
Written Examination
- The written exam is the first stage of the selection process, carrying 150 marks (150 multiple-choice questions).
- Exam Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes.
- Sections:
- Part A: General Knowledge of Rajasthan (40 questions, 40 marks)
- Part B: Concerned Subject (Chemistry) (110 questions, 110 marks)
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer.
- Exam Mode: Offline/Online (OMR-based).
- Syllabus: The detailed syllabus will be released on the RPSC website. (See syllabus location details below.)
Interview
- Candidates qualifying the written exam will be called for an interview, carrying 15 marks.
- The final merit list will be prepared based on the combined scores of the written exam and interview.
Admit Card
- Admit cards will be released 10-15 days before the exam date on the RPSC website.
- Candidates must carry a printout of the admit card along with a valid photo ID (Aadhar card, voter ID, etc.) to the exam center.
Result Declaration
- The written exam result will be announced on the RPSC website.
- Shortlisted candidates will receive interview call letters via SMS/email.
- The final result will be published after the interview process.
Upcoming Deadlines and Highlights
Critical Deadlines to Remember
- Written Exam Date: To be announced. Candidates are advised to regularly check the RPSC website for updates.
- Admit Card Release: Expected 10-15 days before the exam. No physical admit cards will be sent.
- Interview Schedule: Will be notified after the written exam results.
- Final Result: Expected 2-3 months after the interview.
Key Highlights
- Total Vacancies: 16 (revised from 13).
- Application Fee:
- General/OBC (Creamy Layer)/MBC (Creamy Layer): ₹800
- Reserved Categories (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/MBC-NCL/EWS/Sahariya): ₹400
- Persons with Disabilities (PwD): ₹400
- Age Limit (as of 01 January 2026):
- Minimum: 21 years
- Maximum: 40 years (relaxation applicable for reserved categories).
- Educational Qualification:
- M.Sc. in Chemistry (Second Class) from a recognized university.
- Working knowledge of Hindi (Devanagari script) and knowledge of Rajasthan culture.
Age Relaxation Details
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS (Male Candidates of Rajasthan) | 5 years |
| General Category Women | 5 years |
| SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS Women of Rajasthan | 10 years |
| Widow/Divorced Women | No upper age limit |
| Ex-Servicemen | 10 years (max age limit: 50 years) |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 5 years |
How to Stay Updated
- RPSC Official Website: Regularly visit https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in for notifications, syllabus, and exam updates.
- SSO Portal: Ensure your One Time Registration (OTR) is complete and up-to-date.
- Email/SMS Alerts: RPSC sends updates via email and SMS. Ensure your contact details are correct in the application.
- Helpdesk: For queries, contact RPSC at:
- Phone: 0145-2635212, 2635200
- Address: Secretary, Rajasthan Public Service Commission, Ajmer.
Syllabus Location
The syllabus for the RPSC Junior Chemist exam is mentioned in the notification but will be released separately on the RPSC website. Below are the details from the notification:
| Found | Start Text | End Text | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| true | "The competitive examination shall carry 150 marks and 150 questions of Multiple Choice Type questions." | "The Scheme & Syllabus of written examination shall be such as may be decided by the Commission, from time to time." | The detailed syllabus will be released on the RPSC website. Candidates are advised to check the website for updates. |
Additional Resources
- Official Notification: Download Here (Link will be updated when available)
- Application Portal: https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in
- SSO Portal: https://sso.rajasthan.gov.in
- Scribe Instructions for PwD Candidates: Available on the RPSC website under "Candidate Information > Important Downloads > Instructions for availing services of Scribe."
Note: All dates and details are subject to change as per RPSC notifications. Candidates are advised to verify all information from the official RPSC website.