RPSC Lecturer (Ayurved) Eligibility Criteria 2025
Introduction
The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) conducts the RPSC Lecturer (Ayurved) examination to recruit qualified candidates for lecturer positions in the Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy (AYUSH) Department of Rajasthan. This document outlines the detailed eligibility criteria, including age limits, educational qualifications, nationality, domicile requirements, and age relaxation for reserved categories.
Age Limit for RPSC Lecturer (Ayurved) 2025
The age limit for the RPSC Lecturer (Ayurved) examination is calculated as of January 1, 2026. Candidates must meet the following age criteria:
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General (Unreserved) | 20 years | 45 years |
Notes:
- For Post Serial Numbers 01 to 05 (advertised in 2021), candidates who exceed the upper age limit as of January 1, 2026, are eligible for an additional relaxation of 3 years in the upper age limit.
- For Post Serial Numbers 06 to 08 (advertised for the first time in 2025), no additional relaxation in the upper age limit is applicable.
Educational Qualification for RPSC Lecturer (Ayurved)
Candidates must possess the following mandatory educational qualifications to be eligible for the RPSC Lecturer (Ayurved) examination:
1. Basic Qualification
- A degree in Ayurved from a university established by law in India or a statutory board/faculty/examining body of Indian Medicine or an equivalent qualification recognized under the Indian Medicine Central Council Act, 1970.
2. Post-Graduate Qualification
- A Post-Graduate qualification in the subject/specialty concerned included in the Schedule to the Indian Medicine Central Council Act, 1970.
3. Additional Requirements
- Working knowledge of Hindi written in Devanagari Script.
- Knowledge of Rajasthan Culture.
Notes:
- Candidates appearing in the final year of their qualifying examination are eligible to apply. However, they must provide proof of acquiring the required qualification before the written examination conducted by RPSC.
- Only qualifications recognized by the Indian Medicine Central Council Act, 1970 will be considered valid.
Nationality and Domicile Requirements
Nationality
- Candidates must be Indian citizens.
Domicile Requirements
- Reserved category benefits (e.g., age relaxation, reservation in posts) are exclusively available to candidates who are native residents of Rajasthan.
- Candidates from other states applying under reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS) will be treated as General (Unreserved) candidates and are not eligible for reserved category benefits.
- Women married to Rajasthan natives are not eligible for SC/ST/OBC/MBC reservation in public employment as per judicial rulings (C.A. No. 1085/2013 and D.B.S.A.W. No. 1116/2018).
Age Relaxation for Reserved Categories
The RPSC Lecturer (Ayurved) examination provides age relaxation for candidates belonging to reserved categories and specific groups. The relaxation is non-cumulative, meaning candidates can avail only one type of relaxation.
| S.No. | Category/Group | Age Relaxation (Years) |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Male candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS of Rajasthan | 5 |
| 2. | Female candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS of Rajasthan | 10 |
| 3. | Female candidates belonging to the General (Unreserved) category | 5 |
| 4. | Widows and Divorcees (No upper age limit) | No upper age limit |
| 5. | Reservists (Defence personnel transferred to the Reserve) | Upper age limit: 50 |
| 6. | Ex-prisoners (substantively served in government before conviction and eligible for appointment) | No upper age limit |
| 7. | Ex-prisoners (imprisoned but eligible for appointment) | Relaxation equal to imprisonment term |
| 8. | Temporary appointees (within age limit at initial appointment) | Deemed within age limit |
| 9. | Cadet Instructors (service in National Cadet Corps) | Relaxation equal to NCC service term |
| 10. | Released Emergency Commissioned Officers & Short Service Commissioned Officers | Deemed within age limit |
| 11. | Ex-servicemen (as per Rajasthan Civil Services (Absorption of Ex-servicemen) Rules, 1988) | 10 |
| 12. | Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) (as per Rajasthan Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2018) | 5 |
Notes:
- Ex-servicemen relaxation is applicable only if the resultant age does not exceed 50 years (or 55 years for posts requiring lower-level experience).
- PwBD candidates are eligible for additional relaxation of 5 years after applying any other applicable relaxation.
- Widows and divorcees must provide death certificate of husband (for widows) or proof of divorce (for divorcees).
Other Requirements for RPSC Lecturer (Ayurved)
1. Character and Conduct
- Candidates must possess a character certificate from their last educational institution, stating their conduct as "Good" or better.
- A police verification certificate must be submitted post-selection, confirming no criminal record that could hinder government employment.
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. No Objection Certificate (NOC)
- Government employees (central/state/public sector undertakings) must submit an NOC from their employer if selected.
4. Family Planning Norms
- Candidates with more than two children as of June 1, 2002, are ineligible for appointment. Exceptions apply for:
- Candidates whose number of children did not increase after June 1, 2002.
- Cases where multiple children are born from a single subsequent delivery.
- Widows, divorcees, and deserted women.
5. Document Verification
- Candidates must submit original documents for verification post-selection, including:
- Caste certificates (for SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS candidates, issued before the last date of application).
- Income and Asset Certificate (for EWS candidates).
- Disability certificate (for PwBD candidates, issued by a competent medical authority).
- Marriage certificate (mandatory for all candidates as per government circular dated May 22, 2008).
- Death certificate of husband (for widows) or divorce decree (for divorcees).
6. Application Process
- Candidates must apply online through the RPSC official website or the SSO Portal.
- One-Time Registration (OTR) is mandatory, requiring details such as name, father’s name, date of birth, gender, secondary examination details, and Aadhaar card information.
- Application fee is as follows:
- General (Unreserved)/Creamy Layer OBC/MBC: ₹600
- Reserved Categories (SC/ST/OBC-Non Creamy Layer/MBC-Non Creamy Layer/EWS): ₹400
- PwBD Candidates: ₹400
7. Prohibited Practices
- False information or non-withdrawal of ineligible applications may lead to debarment from future examinations for one year and legal action under Section 217 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023.
- Unfair means during the examination may result in disqualification and legal action under the Rajasthan Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2022.
Important Dates for RPSC Lecturer (Ayurved) 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | February 13, 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | February 20, 2025 |
| Online Application End Date | March 21, 2025 (12:00 AM) |
| Examination Date | Will be updated when available |
Conclusion
Candidates are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria before applying for the RPSC Lecturer (Ayurved) examination. Ensure all documents, including educational certificates, caste certificates, and age proof, are valid and up-to-date. For the latest updates, regularly check the RPSC official website.
Source: Official RPSC Notification (Advertisement No. 25/Exam/Lecturer-Ayurved/EP-I/2024-25, dated February 13, 2025).