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Rajasthan Patwari Recruitment 2026 — Complete Guide
Update (April 2026): No official Rajasthan Patwari 2026 notification from RSMSSB yet. Expected July–August 2026 at rsmssb.rajasthan.gov.in. Key alert: Geography of Rajasthan (100/300 marks) is the most critical section — start preparation immediately. Apply via SSO ID at sso.rajasthan.gov.in.
The Rajasthan Subordinate and Ministerial Services Selection Board (RSMSSB) recruits Patwaris to maintain land records, assist in revenue administration, and implement land reform schemes across Rajasthan's 50 districts. With 5,378 vacancies in 2021, it's one of the most competitive Rajasthan government exams.
1. Rajasthan Patwari 2026 — Overview
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | RSMSSB |
| Post | Patwari (Revenue Department) |
| State | Rajasthan |
| Official Website | rsmssb.rajasthan.gov.in |
| Application Portal | sso.rajasthan.gov.in (SSO ID required) |
| Selection | Written Exam only |
2. Important Dates
| Event | Expected |
|---|---|
| Notification | July – August 2026 |
| Application Closes | ~30 days after notification |
| Written Exam | November – December 2026 |
| Result | 2–3 months after exam |
3. Eligibility
Educational Qualification
- Graduation from a recognized university
- CCC or O-Level Certificate from NIELIT — Mandatory computer proficiency
Age Limit
| Category | Max Age |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 40 years |
| OBC / MBC (Rajasthan) | 43 years |
| SC / ST (Rajasthan) | 45 years |
4. Written Exam — Pattern & Syllabus
Exam Pattern (300 Marks)
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| Geography of Rajasthan | 100 |
| General Knowledge of Rajasthan | 60 |
| Current Affairs (Last 2 Years) | 40 |
| General English & Hindi | 30 |
| Mental Ability & Reasoning | 60 |
| Computer Knowledge (Basic) | 10 |
| Total | 300 |
- Duration: 3 hours | Mode: Offline OMR | No Negative Marking
Geography of Rajasthan — 100 Marks Syllabus
This is the most heavily weighted section — 100/300 marks. Key topics:
| Topic | What to Study |
|---|---|
| Physical Features | Aravalli Range, Thar Desert (Marusthali), Hadoti Plateau, river systems (Chambal, Luni, Banas) |
| Agriculture | Crops (Bajra, Cotton, Groundnut, Mustard), irrigation projects (Indira Gandhi Canal) |
| Minerals & Industry | Zinc (Zawar, Dariba), Marble (Makrana), Copper (Khetri), Gypsum, Mica |
| Wildlife & Forests | Ranthambore, Sariska, Keoladeo, Desert NP, Mukundra Hills |
| Population & Census | District-wise density, literacy rate (worst vs best districts) |
| Climate | Hot dry climate, rainfall zones, Loo winds, Western disturbances |
| Tourism | Major forts & palaces, lakes (Pichola, Sambhar Salt Lake) |
5. Salary & Career Growth
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level-5 (₹20,800–₹65,900) |
| Gross Monthly (approx.) | ₹32,000–₹42,000 |
Career path: Patwari → Girdawar (Supervisor Patwari) → Tehsildar → Naib Tehsildar → Deputy Collector
6. Previous Rajasthan Patwari Data
| Year | Vacancies | Applications | Cut-off (General) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 5,378 | 17 lakh+ | 145–175/300 |
Official Website: rsmssb.rajasthan.gov.in | Apply at: sso.rajasthan.gov.in
Important Dates
Exam Timeline
Eligibility Criteria
18 to 40 Years (General) | OBC/MBC +3 | SC/ST +5
Graduation + CCC/O-Level Computer Certificate from NIELIT
N/A
How to Apply
Follow this step-by-step guide to fill the Rajasthan Patwari Recruitment 2026 application form correctly.
Documents Required
- Scanned Passport Size Photo (20-50kb, JPG)
- Scanned Signature (10-20kb, JPG)
- Class 10th & 12th Marksheets
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
Syllabus & Pattern
Download Official Syllabus
The detailed syllabus and exam pattern are available in the official notification PDF.
Download Notification PDF