Overview
Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC), Ajmer has released a recruitment notification for the post of Senior Scientific Officer / Vishishth Vaigyanik Adhikari (Toxicology Division, Physics Division, Ballistics Division) (03 (Provisional; subject to change as per actual requirement) vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply online only (via rpsc website / sso portal) as per the official notification.
Key Details
- Organization
- Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC), Ajmer
- Qualification
- Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the date of eligibility (01-01-2027). Only candidates with the specified educational qualification and experience for the respective Division are eligible. Working knowledge of Hindi written in Devnagari Script and knowledge of Rajasthan Culture is mandatory for all posts. Candidates must mandatorily complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the SSO Portal (https://sso.rajasthan.gov.in) before applying online. Post: Educational Qualification & Experience Senior Scientific Officer (Toxicology Division): (a) M.Sc. with at least IInd Division in Chemistry from a University established by law in India, or M.Tech./M.E. with at least IInd Division in field of Chemical Engineering from a University established by law in India, or M.Sc. with at least IInd Division in Forensic Science with specialisation in Forensic Chemistry/Toxicology/Narcotics (in III or IV Semester/specialisation course of minimum six months duration) and Chemistry/Forensic Chemistry as one of the subject in Bachelor of Science level from a University established by law in India; and (b) Certificate/Diploma in Computer Science/Computer Application or Degree with at least one subject as Computer Science/Computer Application from a University established by law in India or an institution recognized by the Government, or 'O' level or higher level Certificate Course by NIELIT (erstwhile DOEACC Society), New Delhi; and (c) Two years' experience of working in a F.S.…
- Vacancies
- 03 (Provisional; subject to change as per actual requirement)
- Advertisement No
- 04/Exam/SSO/Home(Gr.-I)/RPSC/EP-I/2026-27 dated 02/06/2026
- Last date to apply
- 10-07-2026 (up to 12:00 midnight)
Important Dates
| Date of Advertisement | 02/06/2026 |
| Opening of Online Registration of Application | 11-06-2026 |
| Last Date for Online Registration of Application | 10-07-2026 (up to 12:00 midnight) |
| Age Calculated As On | 01-01-2027 |
| Written Examination Date | To be notified separately on RPSC website |
Important Links
- Official NotificationOpen Link
Eligibility
Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the date of eligibility (01-01-2027). Only candidates with the specified educational qualification and experience for the respective Division are eligible. Working knowledge of Hindi written in Devnagari Script and knowledge of Rajasthan Culture is mandatory for all posts. Candidates must mandatorily complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the SSO Portal (https://sso.rajasthan.gov.in) before applying online. Post: Educational Qualification & Experience Senior Scientific Officer (Toxicology Division): (a) M.Sc. with at least IInd Division in Chemistry from a University established by law in India, or M.Tech./M.E. with at least IInd Division in field of Chemical Engineering from a University established by law in India, or M.Sc. with at least IInd Division in Forensic Science with specialisation in Forensic Chemistry/Toxicology/Narcotics (in III or IV Semester/specialisation course of minimum six months duration) and Chemistry/Forensic Chemistry as one of the subject in Bachelor of Science level from a University established by law in India; and (b) Certificate/Diploma in Computer Science/Computer Application or Degree with at least one subject as Computer Science/Computer Application from a University established by law in India or an institution recognized by the Government, or 'O' level or higher level Certificate Course by NIELIT (erstwhile DOEACC Society), New Delhi; and (c) Two years' experience of working in a F.S.…
Age Limit
Candidates must be a minimum of 21 years and maximum of 40 years as on 01-01-2027. Note: For Post S.No. 3 (Ballistics Division), the post was advertised by the Commission in the year 2019 - the age cut-off date for that post is 01-01-2020 and a 3-year additional relaxation applies, making the effective maximum age limit for that post 43 years; this relaxation applies to Posts 1 and 2 only in the year of advertisement. Maximum age indicated is for Unreserved (UR) category candidates. Relaxation in upper age limit is applicable as per Government of Rajasthan / Government of India guidelines. Category / Special Category: Age Limit / Relaxation General (UR): 21 to 40 years (as on 01-01-2027) SC / ST / OBC / MBC / EWS Male (Rajasthan domicile): 5 years relaxation SC / ST / OBC / MBC / EWS Female (Rajasthan domicile): 10 years relaxation General (Unreserved) Female (Rajasthan domicile): 5 years relaxation Widow / Divorcee Women: No upper age limit Ex-Servicemen (with prior Substantive service under Government): No upper age limit applicable Other Ex-Prisoners: Relaxation equal to imprisonment term served (if not overage before conviction) PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities): 5 years relaxation as per Rajasthan Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2018 Persons serving in connection with Panchayat Samitis / Zila Parishads / State Public Sector Undertakings in Substantive capacity: Maximum age limit 40 years Rajasthan State Government employees (Substantive service): Maxi…
Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay the Ekbari Panjiyan Shulk (One-Time Registration Fee) through online mode only as per Government of Rajasthan norms. Fee once paid will NOT be refunded on any account. Registration is complete only when fee is deposited online. Blocked OTR can be unblocked on payment of Rs. 750/- and if blocked again in the same financial year, reactivation requires payment of Rs. 1500/-. Category: Fees / Intimation Charges General (UR) / OBC Creamy Layer / MBC Creamy Layer: Rs. 600/- (Non-Refundable) Reserved Category (SC / ST / OBC Non-Creamy Layer / MBC Non-Creamy Layer / EWS / Sahariya Tribe) of Rajasthan & PwBD: Rs. 400/- (Non-Refundable) Candidates from other States (applying under General category): Rs. 600/- (Non-Refundable)
Selection Process
Selection will be based on an Online Written Examination (Objective Type). If required, Screening / Moderation process may be adopted by the Commission. Merit list will be drawn category-wise in descending order of marks. Final selection is subject to document verification, eligibility confirmation, and other formalities as per rules. Stage 1 - Written Examination (Objective Type) Sl.: Name of Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration | Medium of Test 1: Concerned Subject (as prescribed in qualifications) - for all three posts | 150 | 150 | 2 Hours 30 Minutes | As applicable Total: 150 | 150 | 2 Hours 30 Minutes The competitive examination will carry 150 marks with 150 Multiple Choice Type (objective) questions. There will be one paper only. Negative Marking: For every wrong answer, one-third (1/3rd) of the marks prescribed for that question will be deducted. OMR Answer Sheet: Candidates must darken only one circle (bubble) using BLUE BALL POINT PEN. If a candidate does not attempt a question, they must darken circle '5'. If none of the five circles is darkened, one-third (1/3rd) marks will be deducted. Extra time of 10 minutes beyond scheduled time is provided for checking darkening. A candidate who has not darkened any of the five circles in more than 10% questions shall be disqualified. The detailed syllabus will be published separately by RPSC on its official website. Stage 2 - Document Verification & Medical Fitness Selected candidates on the merit list will be …
How to Apply
Candidates shall apply online only; no other mode of application will be accepted. Candidates must first complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the SSO Portal (https://sso.rajasthan.gov.in) using Citizen Apps (G2C) → Recruitment Portal. After OTR, log in to the SSO Portal and apply using the OTR Number/Aadhaar Number. Candidates should have a valid personal email ID and mobile number which should be kept active till completion of this recruitment process. Candidates should read the detailed Instructions for Applicants on the RPSC website (https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in) before applying. Documents Required to be Scanned and Uploaded: • Recent photograph (as per RPSC guidelines - to be captured live via webcam/mobile at the time of online application) • Left thumb impression scanned and uploaded (mandatory; also required at examination centre) • Aadhaar Card / Janadhaar Card for identity verification (mandatory before applying) Documents to be Produced at the time of Examination / Document Verification / Appointment: • Admit Card / Call Letter (downloaded from RPSC website) along with valid photo identity proof in original • Caste Certificate in prescribed Government format (for SC/ST candidates) - issued by competent authority • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Certificate in prescribed format issued before the last date of application (for OBC candidates) • Income and Assets Certificate (for EWS candidates) - issued in prescribed format by competent authority • Disability Certificate i…
Important Instructions
• Candidates must complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the SSO Portal before applying; no application can be submitted without a valid OTR. • The detailed advertisement and Instructions for Applicants on the RPSC website (https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in) are part of this notification - candidates must read them before applying. • Candidates must apply separately for each post they wish to apply for - a separate online application must be submitted for each post. • Candidates belonging to OBC Creamy Layer from Rajasthan and candidates from other states' SC/ST/OBC categories must apply as General/UR candidates. • The online application must be submitted on or before 10-07-2026 (up to 12:00 midnight). No offline or physical application will be accepted under any circumstances. • After submitting the online application, an Application Form Number (Application No.) will be generated - if this is not received, the application has not been successfully submitted. • Candidates must ensure that all educational qualification and experience required as per this advertisement is obtained on or before the last date of online application. • Online application Amendment (correction) is possible on payment of Rs. 500/- within 10 days after the last date of application, through the RPSC website; after this, no amendment will be accepted. • One Time Registration (OTR) details - name, father's name, date of birth, gender - cannot be amended in the online application; any discrepancy with Aadha…
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for RPSC Senior Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online?
Date of Advertisement: 02/06/2026; Opening of Online Registration of Application: 11-06-2026; Last Date for Online Registration of Application: 10-07-2026 (up to 12:00 midnight); Age Calculated As On: 01-01-2027; Written Examination Date: To be notified separately on RPSC website
What is the application fee?
Candidates are required to pay the Ekbari Panjiyan Shulk (One-Time Registration Fee) through online mode only as per Government of Rajasthan norms. Fee once paid will NOT be refunded on any account. Registration is complete only when fee is deposited online. Blocked OTR can be unblocked on payment of Rs. 750/- and if blocked again in the same financial year, reactivation requires payment of Rs. 1500/-. Category: Fees / Intimation Charges General (UR) / OBC Creamy Layer / MBC Creamy Layer: Rs. 600/- (Non-Refundable) Reserved Category (SC / ST / OBC Non-Creamy Layer / MBC Non-Creamy Layer / EWS / Sahariya Tribe) of Rajasthan & PwBD: Rs. 400/- (Non-Refundable) Candidates from other States (applying under General category): Rs. 600/- (Non-Refundable)
What is the age limit?
Candidates must be a minimum of 21 years and maximum of 40 years as on 01-01-2027. Note: For Post S.No. 3 (Ballistics Division), the post was advertised by the Commission in the year 2019 - the age cut-off date for that post is 01-01-2020 and a 3-year additional relaxation applies, making the effective maximum age limit for that post 43 years; this relaxation applies to Posts 1 and 2 only in the year of advertisement. Maximum age indicated is for Unreserved (UR) category candidates. Relaxation in upper age limit is applicable as per Government of Rajasthan / Government of India guidelines. Category / Special Category: Age Limit / Relaxation General (UR): 21 to 40 years (as on 01-01-2027) SC / ST / OBC / MBC / EWS Male (Rajasthan domicile): 5 years relaxation SC / ST / OBC / MBC / EWS Female (Rajasthan domicile): 10 years relaxation General (Unreserved) Female (Rajasthan domicile): 5 y…
What is the selection process?
Selection will be based on an Online Written Examination (Objective Type). If required, Screening / Moderation process may be adopted by the Commission. Merit list will be drawn category-wise in descending order of marks. Final selection is subject to document verification, eligibility confirmation, and other formalities as per rules. Stage 1 - Written Examination (Objective Type) Sl.: Name of Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration | Medium of Test 1: Concerned Subject (as prescribed in qualifications) - for all three posts | 150 | 150 | 2 Hours 30 Minutes | As applicable Total: 150 | 150 | 2 Hours 30 Minutes The competitive examination will carry 150 marks with 150 Multiple Choice Type (objective) questions. There will be one paper only. Negative Marking: For every wrong answer, one-third (1/3rd) of the marks prescribed for that question will be deducted. OMR Answer Sheet…