RPSC AE Mains Admit Card 2026 (Advt. 10/2024-25) — Out Now
Assistant Engineer Civil, Electrical, Mechanical & Agriculture — 1014 Posts | Mains Exam: 22–23 March 2026
The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has released the e-Admit Card for the Assistant Engineer (AE) Combined Competitive (Main) Examination 2024 under Advertisement No. 10/Exam/A.En/RPSC/EP-1/2024-25. The mains admit card was made available on 19 March 2026 following the City Intimation Slip released on 15 March 2026. Candidates who qualified the Preliminary examination conducted on 28, 29 and 30 September 2025 can now download their personalised hall ticket via SSO Rajasthan (sso.rajasthan.gov.in) or the direct recruitment portal at recruitment.rajasthan.gov.in/rectlogingetadmitcard. The Mains examination is scheduled on 22 March and 23 March 2026 in two daily shifts — Morning (9:00 AM to 12:00 PM) and Afternoon (2:30 PM to 5:30 PM). This recruitment drives fills 1014 Assistant Engineer posts across departments including PHED, PWD, WRD, and Panchayati Raj Department of Rajasthan.
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| Conducting Body | Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) — rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in |
| Advertisement No. | 10/Exam/A.En/RPSC/EP-1/2024-25 |
| Post Name | Assistant Engineer (AE) — Combined Competitive Examination 2024 |
| Disciplines | Civil Engineering · Electrical Engineering · Mechanical Engineering · Agricultural Engineering |
| Total Vacancies | 1,014 posts across PHED, PWD, WRD, Panchayati Raj and other departments |
| Application Period | 14 August 2024 → 15 September 2024 |
| Prelims Exam Conducted | 28, 29 and 30 September 2025 |
| Prelims Result | 27 November 2025 |
| City Intimation Slip | 15 March 2026 (district only — not admit card) |
| Mains Admit Card Released | ✅ 19 March 2026 — Available Now |
| Mains Exam Dates | 22 March 2026 & 23 March 2026 |
| Mains Exam Shifts | Morning: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Afternoon: 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM |
| Mains Pattern | 4 papers | Descriptive/Conventional | 3 hours each | 600 marks total |
| Interview | 72 marks — Personality / Viva-Voce |
| Final Merit | Mains marks + Interview marks only (Prelims marks NOT counted) |
| Pay Scale | Pay Matrix Level-14 | Grade Pay ₹5,400 | Gross ~₹65,000–75,000/month |
| Download Portals | sso.rajasthan.gov.in | recruitment.rajasthan.gov.in/rectlogingetadmitcard | rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in |
| Event / Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Official Notification Released (Advt. 10/2024-25) | August 2024 | |
| Online Application Window Opens | 14 August 2024 | |
| Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee | 15 September 2024 | |
| Prelims Exam City Intimation | 21 September 2025 | |
| Prelims Admit Card Released | 25 September 2025 | |
| Prelims Exam Conducted | 28, 29 & 30 September 2025 | |
| Prelims Answer Key Released | 13 October 2025 | |
| Prelims Result Declared | 27 November 2025 | |
| Mains Exam Date Notice Published | February–March 2026 | |
| Mains City Intimation Slip Released | 15 March 2026 | |
| Mains e-Admit Card Released ✅ | 19 March 2026 | |
| Mains Exam — Day 1 (22 March 2026) | 22 March 2026 · 9:00 AM & 2:30 PM | |
| Mains Exam — Day 2 (23 March 2026) | 23 March 2026 · 9:00 AM & 2:30 PM |
There are two official ways to download the RPSC AE Mains Admit Card 2026. Use whichever portal works faster — both lead to the same personalised hall ticket. No hall ticket is dispatched by post. No digital/phone version is accepted at the exam centre — you must carry a colour printout on A4 paper.
- Method 1 — SSO Rajasthan: https://sso.rajasthan.gov.in/signin → Login with SSO ID & Password → Click "Recruitment Portal" app → Find RPSC AE Mains Admit Card link
- Method 2 — Direct Recruitment Portal: https://recruitment.rajasthan.gov.in/rectlogingetadmitcard → Login with Application Number & Date of Birth
Open the SSO Rajasthan Portal or Direct Recruitment Link
Method 1 (SSO): Go to sso.rajasthan.gov.in, enter your SSO ID and Password, and complete the CAPTCHA. After logging in, click the "Recruitment Portal" (RPSC) app tile on your SSO dashboard.
Method 2 (Direct): Go to recruitment.rajasthan.gov.in/rectlogingetadmitcard directly. This page skips the SSO dashboard and takes you straight to the admit card login screen. Use Chrome, Firefox, or Edge — avoid old mobile browsers.
Enter Your Login Credentials
On the admit card login page, enter your Application Number (from your original application acknowledgement) and your Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY). Complete the CAPTCHA verification. Click Submit / Get Admit Card. If login fails, double-check your Application Number from the SMS or email confirmation you received at the time of applying — not from a third-party website.
Locate the RPSC AE Mains Admit Card Link
After login, look for the link or button labelled "Download e-Admit Card — Assistant Engineer Combined Competitive (Main) Exam 2024" or similar text referencing Advertisement No. 10/2024-25. Click it to open your personalised admit card as a PDF file. If multiple admit cards appear, select the one marked "Mains" specifically — not the Prelims card.
Verify Every Detail Before Printing
Check carefully: your full name and spelling (must match Class 10/graduation certificate) · application and roll number · post discipline (Civil / Electrical / Mechanical / Agriculture) · paper schedule (which paper on 22 March, which on 23 March) · shift and reporting time · exam centre name and full address. Any error must be reported to RPSC immediately — at least 48 hours before your exam. Do not arrive at the wrong centre on exam day.
Print in Colour on A4 — Keep Multiple Copies
Save the PDF and print in colour on A4 paper. The photograph and all text must be clearly legible — faded or low-quality printouts cause entry delays. Print at least 2–3 copies: one may be collected at the centre, and you keep one as a permanent record through result, interview, and document verification stages. Do not laminate.
Locate Your Exam Centre Before Exam Day
Google your assigned exam centre the moment you download the admit card. If possible, visit the venue the day before the exam to identify the exact building, block, and floor. RPSC mains exams are held at colleges and institutions across multiple Rajasthan districts. Knowing your precise location eliminates all last-minute uncertainty and helps you report well within the gate closure time.
RPSC notified 1,014 Assistant Engineer posts across six major Rajasthan state government departments under this recruitment drive. The majority of vacancies — over 64% — are in Civil Engineering across PHED and WRD. Post-wise vacancy distribution is as follows:
| Department | Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Public Health Engineering Department (PHED) | Civil Engineering | 365 |
| Public Health Engineering Department (PHED) | Mechanical / Electrical Engineering | 101 |
| Public Works Department (PWD) | Civil Engineering | 125 |
| Public Works Department (PWD) | Electrical Engineering | 20 |
| Water Resources Department (WRD) | Civil Engineering | 156 |
| Water Resources Department (WRD) | Mechanical Engineering | 3 |
| Panchayati Raj Department | Civil / Agricultural Engineering | 61 |
| Other Departments | Civil / Electrical / Mechanical / Agriculture | 183 |
| Total — RPSC AE Recruitment 2024 | 1,014 | |
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+72 Interview
The Mains examination is a descriptive / conventional type written test — not objective MCQ. Questions require written answers and derivations. Engineering papers permit a non-programmable scientific calculator. Only Mains marks and Interview marks are used for final merit — Prelims marks are discarded entirely after shortlisting.
| Paper | Subject | Type | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I (Compulsory) | General Hindi & General Knowledge of Rajasthan — including Rajasthan history, culture, geography, polity, art, literature, and current affairs | Descriptive | 100 | 3 hours |
| Paper II (Compulsory) | Social Aspects of Engineering Practice with reference to Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Economics, Sociology — with special focus on Rajasthan | Descriptive | 100 | 3 hours |
| Paper III (Optional) | Engineering Optional Subject — Paper A: Civil / Electrical / Mechanical / Agricultural Engineering (candidate's chosen discipline) | Descriptive | 200 | 3 hours |
| Paper IV (Optional) | Engineering Optional Subject — Paper B: Civil / Electrical / Mechanical / Agricultural Engineering (same discipline, advanced topics) | Descriptive | 200 | 3 hours |
| Total Mains Written Marks | 600 | 12 hrs total | ||
| Interview / Viva-Voce | Personality assessment — technical knowledge, communication, Rajasthan culture awareness, confidence | Personal | 72 | — |
| Grand Total (Merit Marks) | 672 | — | ||
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Mains Question Type | Conventional / Descriptive — written answers, derivations, diagrams. Not MCQ. |
| Negative Marking in Mains | No — descriptive papers have no negative marking |
| Negative Marking in Prelims | Yes — 1/3 mark deducted per wrong answer in Prelims (screening stage only) |
| Min. Qualifying for Interview Call | 35% in each compulsory paper individually AND 40% aggregate across all Mains papers |
| Calculator Allowed | Yes — non-programmable scientific calculator permitted for engineering papers (Paper III and IV) |
| Writing Instruments | Transparent blue ball pen, gel pen, ink pen, pencil, eraser, scale — permitted for descriptive papers |
| Medium of Exam | Hindi and English — bilingual question papers; answers may be written in either language |
| Prelims Marks in Final Merit | Not counted — Prelims is a screening test only |
| Final Merit Calculation | Mains Written (600 marks) + Interview (72 marks) = 672 marks total |
| Prelims Shortlisting Ratio | 15 times total vacancies (category-wise) shortlisted for Mains |
- Paper I (General Hindi + Rajasthan GK) requires command over Devanagri script writing, Rajasthan history and culture. This is often the differentiator between similarly ranked engineering candidates.
- Paper II (Social Aspects) tests awareness of rural engineering, agriculture in Rajasthan, animal husbandry, and engineering ethics in a social context — topics not covered in standard B.Tech curriculum. Begin targeted preparation early.
- Papers III and IV are your technical stronghold — standard B.Tech level. Use the non-programmable scientific calculator efficiently during the exam. Practise numerical problems under the 3-hour time constraint.
- The Interview (72 marks) is not insignificant — it can change ranks substantially. Prepare Rajasthan-specific infrastructure projects, your department preference rationale, and standard HR questions.
The Mains examination spans two days with two shifts daily. Your admit card specifies which paper you write in which shift on which day. The general schedule (subject to admit card confirmation) is as follows — always treat what is printed on your personal admit card as the authoritative schedule.
| Date | Shift | Timing | Paper (General Schedule) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 March 2026 | Morning Shift | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Paper I — General Hindi & Rajasthan GK (Compulsory) |
| Afternoon Shift | 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM | Paper II — Social Aspects of Engineering (Compulsory) | |
| 23 March 2026 | Morning Shift | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Paper III — Engineering Optional (Paper A, your discipline) |
| Afternoon Shift | 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM | Paper IV — Engineering Optional (Paper B, your discipline) |
| Field on Admit Card | What to Check and Verify |
|---|---|
| Candidate's Full Name | Must match graduation/Class 10 certificate exactly — report spelling errors via RPSC helpdesk immediately |
| Application Number / Roll Number | Your permanent identifier for all Mains stages — note it and keep it safe |
| Engineering Discipline | Civil / Electrical / Mechanical / Agricultural — must match what you registered for |
| Department Preference | Cross-reference with your original application |
| Exam Date and Shift | Confirm both days (22 and 23 March) and shift timings for each paper |
| Reporting Time | Arrive 30–45 minutes BEFORE this time — late entry not permitted under any circumstance |
| Exam Centre Name and Full Address | Google immediately after download — identify building, block, floor and nearest parking/transport in advance |
| Candidate Photograph | Must clearly show your face — same as application photo. Blurry photos lead to identity verification delays at entry |
| Signature | Must match application form signature and the physical attendance sheet you will sign at the exam centre |
| Specific Instructions | Read every line — permitted items list (pen, calculator), identity documents required, dress guidelines |
- Printed e-Admit Card (Colour, A4) — photograph clearly visible. Carry 2–3 copies. No phone/digital version accepted at gate.
- Original Valid Photo ID — Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, Passport, or Driving Licence. Original only — photocopy not accepted.
- 2–3 Passport-Size Photographs — same photo as application. Required for attendance sheet at most exam centres.
- Transparent Blue Ball Pen, Gel Pen or Ink Pen — for writing descriptive answers. Carry spares.
- Pencil, Eraser, Scale — for drawing diagrams, structural drawings, and engineering figures in technical papers.
- Non-Programmable Scientific Calculator — permitted specifically for engineering papers (Paper III and IV) as per official notice. Bring your own; calculators are not provided at the centre.
- Mobile phones, smartphones, earphones, power banks — confiscation + possible debarment
- Programmable calculators — only non-programmable scientific calculators permitted; programmable devices are banned
- Smartwatches, digital watches, Bluetooth devices — not permitted even if switched off
- Books, notes, printed reference material — nothing external; rough sheets may be provided at the centre
- Bags, wallets, large jewellery — no storage at exam venues; leave valuables at home or hotel
- Pencil boxes, pouches, large stationery sets — carry only what is explicitly listed as permitted on your admit card instructions
Applications are closed and Prelims results are out. However, candidates shortlisted into the Mains must ensure all original documents match their application declarations exactly. Any discrepancy discovered at Document Verification — even post-interview — causes immediate disqualification.
| Criterion | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | B.E. / B.Tech or equivalent degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Agricultural Engineering from a recognised university or institution. Final year students may have applied — proof of degree completion required at interview/DV stage. |
| Minimum Age | 21 years as on the prescribed date in the notification |
| Maximum Age (UR) | 40 years as on the prescribed date |
| Age Relaxation | OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): +3 years | SC/ST of Rajasthan: +5 years | PwBD: +10 years | Women (Rajasthan domicile): as per rules | Ex-Servicemen: as per govt. norms |
| Nationality | Indian citizen or eligible person as per Government of Rajasthan rules. Candidates from other states are treated as General/UR category. |
| Domicile | Reserved category (OBC/SC/ST/EWS) benefits applicable only to Rajasthan domicile holders. Out-of-state candidates with same category certificates are treated as UR for this recruitment. |
| Language Requirement | Working knowledge of Hindi written in Devanagari script and knowledge of Rajasthani culture (verified in Paper I and Interview) |
| Number of Attempts | 3 attempts for UR/OBC/EWS. SC/ST of Rajasthan — no attempt limit (as per latest RPSC press note; verify in official notification) |
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Matrix Level | Level-14 under 7th Pay Commission (Rajasthan) |
| Grade Pay | ₹5,400/month |
| Starting Basic Pay | Approximately ₹56,100/month (entry pay at Level-14) |
| Gross Salary (with allowances) | Approximately ₹65,000 – ₹75,000/month including DA, HRA, TA |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | Revised quarterly as per Rajasthan government gazette |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | Based on posting city classification — Jaipur (X) city gets higher HRA |
| Probation Period | Fixed monthly salary (Fix Pay) during probation as per Rajasthan state rules |
| Pension | National Pension System (NPS) for new recruits as per Rajasthan government rules |
| Medical Benefit | Rajasthan Government Health Scheme (RGHS) medical coverage for employee and family |
| Annual Increment | 3% annual increment on basic pay as per pay matrix |
- Selected candidates are allotted to departments based on rank in merit list and zonal preference submitted at application time. RPSC itself selects and sends recommendations; department posting is the state government's function.
- Posting departments include: Public Health Engineering Department (PHED), Public Works Department (PWD), Water Resources Department (WRD), Panchayati Raj Department, and other Rajasthan state engineering departments.
- Rajasthan AE posts offer stable career progression — Assistant Engineer → Executive Engineer → Superintending Engineer through departmental promotions and RPSC senior service exams over a career span.
Switch Between the Two Download Methods
If SSO Rajasthan (sso.rajasthan.gov.in) is loading slowly due to high traffic, switch to the direct recruitment portal: recruitment.rajasthan.gov.in/rectlogingetadmitcard. This direct link bypasses the SSO dashboard and often works faster. If both fail, try accessing after 11 PM or before 8 AM when server load is lower.
Verify Your Login Credentials Precisely
For SSO login: your SSO ID (not email/mobile, but the specific SSO username) and SSO password. For direct portal: your exact Application Number (from original confirmation SMS/email/receipt) and Date of Birth in DD/MM/YYYY format. Even one wrong character or a space before/after causes login failure. Use copy-paste from original confirmation document rather than typing manually.
Use a Supported Browser and Clear Cache
Use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox (updated versions). Clear browser cache and cookies — Ctrl+Shift+Delete (Windows) or Cmd+Shift+Delete (Mac) — then retry. If you have browser extensions, try Incognito/Private mode to bypass extension conflicts. Avoid Internet Explorer, Safari on older iOS, and Android browsers other than Chrome.
Recover SSO ID or Password
On sso.rajasthan.gov.in, click "Forgot SSO ID" or "Forgot Password". Recovery is via your registered mobile number or Aadhaar. If you no longer have access to the registered mobile, visit your nearest e-Mitra kiosk or Jan Seva Kendra in Rajasthan with Aadhaar — they can assist with SSO ID recovery. Plan this at least 5 days before the exam.
Contact RPSC Helpdesk for Errors on Admit Card
If you log in successfully but find an error (wrong name, wrong discipline, wrong centre), contact RPSC directly at rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in — use the Contact Us / Helpdesk section to submit a complaint with your Application Number and supporting documents. Do not attend the exam with an incorrect admit card hoping it resolves itself — it will not. Address corrections at least 48–72 hours before your exam date.
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