Rajasthan Police SI 2026: RPSC Sub-Inspector Recruitment

Rajasthan Police SI 2026: what this notification covers

The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) released the Sub-Inspector recruitment notification on 17 July 2026, announcing vacancies across Sub-Inspector (Armed Police, Intelligence Bureau, MBC) and Platoon Commander (Rajasthan Armed Constabulary) posts. This is one of the biggest police recruitment cycles in Rajasthan for 2026 and follows the earlier RPSC SI 2025 notification (1,015 vacancies plus 61 correction notice released on 2 June 2026 for Sub-Inspector A.P. Non-Scheduled Area posts).

If you're a graduate looking for a Group A gazetted officer entry in the Rajasthan Police, this is the notification to watch. Application start dates and formal exam schedule will be published within 7 to 10 days on rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in per RPSC's standard notification-to-application-window practice.

This page covers the post categories, the disputed vacancy figures, eligibility criteria, physical standards, application process, exam pattern, and preparation strategy.

Post categories, and why the vacancy total is disputed

Published sources disagree on the total, reporting figures including 1015 and 1206, so no total is asserted here. What is corroborated is that the recruitment covers four post categories.

Category-wise vacancy split (based on Rajasthan Government reservation rules): General approximately 40%, OBC 21%, SC 16%, ST 12%, EWS 10%, MBC 1%. Horizontal reservation applies for women (30%), ex-servicemen (12.5%), and PwD (4%).

The 61-vacancy correction released on 2 June 2026 added Sub-Inspector A.P. Non-Scheduled Area posts to address underserved districts in south-east Rajasthan. Candidates who applied before the correction can update their post preference during the amendment window.

Eligibility: age, education, and Rajasthan-specific rules

The eligibility bar is designed to attract fresh graduates with a strong 2 to 4 year preparation window ahead.

Age limit: 20 to 25 years as on 1 January 2027. Upper age relaxation: SC/ST 5 years, OBC 3 years (Rajasthan resident OBC 5 years), PwD 15 years, women 5 years (10 years for widowed/divorced/separated women), ex-servicemen per Rajasthan Government rules. Maximum age with all relaxations combined cannot exceed 40 years.

Education: Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university. Final-year students can appear in the written exam but must produce their degree by the document verification stage. No minimum percentage requirement.

Language: Working knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari script is mandatory. Rajasthani cultural awareness is expected for the Rajasthan GK paper. English proficiency is helpful but not essential.

Domicile: Rajasthan domicile is preferred but non-domicile candidates can apply for General category posts. SC/ST/OBC/MBC reserved posts are restricted to Rajasthan domicile candidates only.

Marital status disclosure: Mandatory. Married female candidates require husband's NOC. Rajasthan Police Service Rules also require intimation of marriage during service.

Physical standards for men: Minimum height 168 cm (163 cm for hill areas and ST candidates). Chest 81 cm unexpanded and 86 cm expanded. Eyesight 6/6 both eyes without glasses.

Physical standards for women: Minimum height 152 cm (147 cm for hill areas and ST candidates). Chest measurement not applicable. Eyesight 6/6 both eyes without glasses. Additional weight standard of 47.5 kg minimum.

Written examination pattern

Two papers, each of 200 marks and 2 hours duration. Total 400 marks. Objective MCQ format with negative marking.

Paper 1: Hindi Language, General Knowledge, and Current Affairs (200 marks, 100 questions).

Sections:

• Hindi language and grammar (60 marks, 30 questions)
• General Knowledge national and international (80 marks, 40 questions)
• Current affairs of last 12 months (60 marks, 30 questions)

Paper 2: Rajasthan-Specific GK and Reasoning (200 marks, 100 questions).

Sections:

• Rajasthan GK (history, geography, economy, culture, politics) 100 marks, 50 questions
• Reasoning and logical thinking 60 marks, 30 questions
• Mental ability and elementary maths 40 marks, 20 questions

Negative marking: one-third mark deducted per wrong answer. Qualifying percentage per RPSC norms: General 40%, OBC 36%, SC/ST 30%.

The Rajasthan GK section is the single biggest merit differentiator. Focus preparation heavily on Rajasthan-specific topics: Rajput history, Rajasthan geography and mineral resources, tribal culture, folk arts and dance forms, state schemes, and current political developments.

PET and PST: the physical stages

Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST) run after written exam shortlisting.

PET events for men:

• 800 metres run in 3 minutes 15 seconds
• Long jump: minimum 4.5 metres
• High jump: minimum 1.35 metres
• Shot put (7.26 kg): minimum 6 metres

PET events for women:

• 800 metres run in 4 minutes
• Long jump: minimum 3.5 metres
• High jump: minimum 1.2 metres
• Shot put (4 kg): minimum 5 metres

Marks distribution in PET: 60 marks total (15 per event). Failure in any single event beyond acceptable threshold disqualifies the candidate.

PST is qualifying only. Height, chest (men), weight (women), and eyesight verification. No marks awarded.

Physical training preparation should start immediately if you plan to apply. RPSC SI PET has been the disqualification stage for a significant share of written-qualified candidates in previous cycles, particularly the 800m run for candidates without prior athletic training.

Application step-by-step

Formal application window will open within 7 to 10 days of the notification per RPSC standard practice.

Step 1: Register on SSO Rajasthan. If you don't have an SSO ID, create one at sso.rajasthan.gov.in. All RPSC applications route through SSO. Registration requires Aadhaar authentication.

Step 2: Access RPSC recruitment portal. From your SSO dashboard, click "Citizen Apps" and select "Recruitment Portal". Then choose "RPSC" and select the SI 2026 advertisement when it becomes active.

Step 3: Fill personal details. Name, father's name, date of birth, category, marital status, address. All fields must match Aadhaar exactly.

Step 4: Educational qualifications. Enter degree details with year of passing, university name, and aggregate percentage. Upload degree certificate for verification.

Step 5: Post preference. Select from Sub-Inspector A.P., I.B., MBC, or Platoon Commander RAC. You can select multiple posts if eligible.

Step 6: Upload photograph and signature. Photograph: 20 to 50 KB, colour, plain background, recent (within 3 months). Signature: 10 to 30 KB, black or blue ink on white paper.

Step 7: Pay application fee. Rs. 600 for General/OBC (CL), Rs. 400 for OBC (NCL)/SC/ST/EBC/PwD. Ex-servicemen exempted. Pay via SSO integration.

Step 8: Submit and save. Download the confirmation PDF. Take a printout for records.

Corrections after submission are allowed only during the RPSC-notified correction window. Read the notification carefully before submitting.

Salary and career progression

Sub-Inspector Rajasthan Police is a Group A gazetted officer post with strong career progression.

Starting pay: Pay Level 11 in the 7th CPC pay matrix. Basic Rs. 39,300, with grade pay Rs. 4,200. Total in-hand starting salary approximately Rs. 55,000 to Rs. 65,000 including DA (currently 46%), HRA (24% in metro cities, 16% in Y-tier, 8% in Z-tier), TA, uniform allowance, and other perks.

Promotion path: Sub-Inspector serves 2 years probation. Regular increment thereafter, then promotion to Circle Inspector (Circle Officer) after 8 to 12 years of service depending on vacancy and performance. Further promotion to Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) after clearing departmental exams and 15 to 20 years of service.

Post-retirement: Pension per Rajasthan Government pension rules. Post-retirement re-employment as security consultant is common.

Non-financial benefits: Government housing (typically after 2 years), medical coverage for family, education allowance for children, government transport, and phone/broadband allowance.

Common application mistakes

Three application mistakes RPSC repeatedly flags in post-application audits.

Mistake 1: SSO ID not Aadhaar-authenticated. SSO registration must be Aadhaar-authenticated for RPSC applications. If your SSO ID uses mobile-OTP-only authentication, complete Aadhaar linking before applying.

Mistake 2: Category mismatch with reservation certificate. OBC candidates must submit valid Rajasthan Government OBC certificate. Central Government OBC certificate is not accepted for Rajasthan state reservation.

Mistake 3: Incomplete Rajasthan domicile documentation. SC/ST/OBC/MBC reserved posts require Rajasthan domicile certificate. Bonafide certificate from school is not sufficient. Get the domicile certificate from your district tehsildar office at least 30 days before the last date.

Application is a two-step commitment. Submit before the last date, then complete the correction window checks to ensure everything is right before the RPSC-notified deadline for corrections.

Rajasthan GK preparation strategy

Since Rajasthan-specific GK is worth 100 marks (25% of total), your merit rank is largely decided by mastery of this section. A focused 90-day preparation plan works.

Weeks 1-3: Rajasthan history. Read Rajasthan history from Rajput dynasties (Chauhans, Rathores, Sisodias, Kachwahas), Mughal-Rajput relations, freedom movement in Rajasthan, and post-independence formation of the state. Recommended: L.R. Bhalla's Rajasthan History and Culture, Nikhil Publications.

Weeks 4-6: Rajasthan geography and mineral resources. Physical features, climate, drainage, agriculture, minerals (Rajasthan has the largest deposits of zinc, silver, marble, and copper in India), and administrative divisions. Recent updates like the Eastern Rajasthan Canal Project (ERCP) are worth targeting.

Weeks 7-9: Rajasthan economy, culture, and politics. State budget highlights, tourism sector, folk arts (Ghoomar, Kalbelia, Rasiya), fairs (Pushkar, Nagaur), current Chief Minister's flagship schemes, and Rajasthan-specific reservation policy.

Weeks 10-12: Current affairs and mock tests. Solve 10 to 15 previous years' RPSC SI question papers. Focus on questions repeated across cycles. Attempt 3 to 5 full mock tests in the final 2 weeks.

What happens after the written exam

Timeline from written exam to final joining is typically 12 to 18 months.

T + 60 days: Written exam result declared. Shortlist ratio is typically 1:15 (15 candidates called for PET/PST for every 1 vacancy).

T + 90 days: PET and PST held over 2 to 3 weeks. Result declared within 15 days.

T + 150 days: Interview and document verification. Interview carries 30 marks (added to written exam marks for final merit). Documents verified in parallel.

T + 240 days: Final merit list released. Provisional appointment letters sent to selected candidates within 30 days of merit list publication.

T + 300 days: Training at Rajasthan Police Academy, Jaipur, for 12 to 18 months.

T + 500 days: Field posting as Probationary Sub-Inspector. Two-year probation with performance review.

Total time from application submission to full confirmation: approximately 3 years. Fast-track promotion for PSC-cleared candidates is possible but rare.