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- RPSC SSO Admit Card 2026: Exam Schedule and Key Details
- How to Download the RPSC SSO Admit Card
- Exam District Information and Individual Schedule
- Exam-Day Rules: Entry, Photo ID and OMR
- RPSC Senior Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026: Overview
- Vacancies by Division
- Eligibility, Educational Qualification, Experience and Age Limit
- Salary and Probation
- Selection Process and Written Examination Pattern
- Important Dates and Application Fee
- How to Apply Online: Recruitment Reference
- Before You Leave for the Exam
- Final Takeaway
- Official Quick Links
RPSC SSO Admit Card 2026: Exam Dates, City Slip and Download Guide
The RPSC SSO Admit Card is scheduled to be uploaded three days before a candidate’s examination. The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has announced that the Senior Scientific Officer Competitive Exam 2026 will take place from 13 to 16 October 2026. Candidates can check their allotted exam district through the Rajasthan SSO portal seven days before their exam. These are separate updates: district information is expected first, followed by the admit card closer to the examination.
The press note dated 5 October 2026 gives the overall exam window, but it does not provide a separate date for each division or candidate. Do not select a travel date based only on the overall window. Confirm your own exam date, session and centre-related instructions from your admit card and official notices. The application period has closed, so this guide focuses on checking exam updates and preparing for the written examination.
RPSC SSO Admit Card 2026: Exam Schedule and Key Details
RPSC has scheduled the Senior Scientific Officer examination alongside the Assistant Director and Senior Scientific Officer Competitive Exam 2025. The schedule below summarises the timing and instructions stated in the available recruitment and exam information. Because the published date range covers several days, candidates must verify their individual schedule instead of assuming that all candidates will sit the paper on the same date.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam window | 13–16 October 2026 |
| Morning session | 10:00 AM–12:30 PM |
| Afternoon session | 3:00 PM–5:30 PM |
| Exam district information | Available through the SSO portal seven days before the candidate’s exam |
| Admit card | Scheduled for upload three days before the candidate’s exam |
| Login details | Application number and date of birth |
| Entry deadline | Entry closes 60 minutes before the examination begins |
| Fifth OMR option | 10 extra minutes are provided to fill option 5 |
The exam district information identifies the district allotted to a candidate. It is not a substitute for the admit card, which candidates should use to check their own exam date and session and to review the instructions issued for them. The press note does not assign particular divisions to particular dates, so avoid relying on assumptions or unofficial lists when planning.
Keep the application number and date of birth used for the recruitment application available before checking either portal. If a link or record does not appear immediately, refer to the official RPSC and SSO websites for updates and check again during the stated release period. Do not treat a district update as confirmation of every detail needed for exam-day entry.
How to Download the RPSC SSO Admit Card
Once the admit card is released, candidates can use the RPSC website or the Rajasthan SSO portal. The exact wording or placement of a portal menu may change, so follow the current instructions displayed on the official site. Use your own application details and check that the document belongs to the Senior Scientific Officer examination before printing it.
- Open the official RPSC website or sign in to the Rajasthan SSO portal.
- If using the RPSC website, open the admit card section. If using SSO, choose Citizen Apps (G2C) and then open the Recruitment Portal.
- Enter your application number and date of birth when the portal requests them.
- Locate and open the Senior Scientific Officer admit card made available for your application.
- Review the details shown on the document, including the exam date and session, and download the file.
- Print the admit card and attach a recent, clear colour photograph as instructed.
Before printing, check that the document opens clearly and that the printed information can be read. Keep the downloaded copy available for reference, but follow the admit-card instructions about what to bring to the centre. The stated exam-day instructions require candidates to paste a recent, clear colour photograph on the admit card. Do not wait until the last moment to check whether you can access the document, because portal access and printing both need to be completed before travelling.
If your admit card is not visible, first confirm that you are using the official portal and entering the correct application number and date of birth. The district information is expected to be available earlier through SSO, but it is a separate update. Check the official portals again closer to the stated release period, and use official notices for any changed instructions rather than relying on forwarded messages.
Exam District Information and Individual Schedule
The SSO portal is expected to show the exam district seven days before the relevant exam. This advance district information helps candidates identify the district allotted to them, but the published press note does not provide a division-wise timetable. It also does not state that candidates should infer a specific date from their division. The admit card is therefore the document to check for the individual date and session.
Use the schedule in a practical order: check the district information when it becomes available, then download the admit card when it is released three days before your exam. Compare the details on the admit card with your own application and read the directions printed there. If any detail appears unclear, consult the official RPSC or SSO portal for an announcement. Do not rely on an unofficial source to resolve a mismatch or to make assumptions about a candidate’s allotted date.
When making travel arrangements, account for the strict entry deadline stated in the exam instructions. Entry closes 60 minutes before the exam begins, and late candidates are not allowed to enter after the gate closes. The information available here does not specify individual centre addresses or travel arrangements; use the details on your own admit card and the official notices for those particulars.
Exam-Day Rules: Entry, Photo ID and OMR
Read the full instructions on your admit card as well as the requirements below. These rules cover entry, identification and the fifth OMR option. Meeting the exam schedule alone is not sufficient if a candidate arrives after the entry deadline or cannot present an acceptable identity document.
| Requirement | What candidates should do |
|---|---|
| Reach the centre on time | Entry closes 60 minutes before the exam begins. No entry is allowed after the gate closes. |
| Carry photo ID | Bring the original colour Aadhaar card. If its photograph is old or unclear, carry an original driving licence, passport or voter ID with a clear, recent colour photograph. |
| Admit card photograph | Paste a recent, clear colour photograph on the admit card as instructed. |
| Question not attempted | Darken option 5 on the OMR sheet for every question you do not attempt. |
| Blank responses | If no circle is darkened for more than 10% of questions, the candidate is liable to be disqualified. |
| Unfair means | Unfair means are punishable under Rajasthan’s 2022 public examination law. Stated penalties can include imprisonment up to life, a fine up to ₹10 crore and attachment of property. |
Check the condition of your identity document before exam day. The stated primary document is the original colour Aadhaar card. If its photograph is old or unclear, the listed alternatives are an original driving licence, passport or voter ID that has a clear, recent colour photograph. Bring an original document; the instructions do not describe a photocopy as a replacement.
Pay close attention to option 5 on the OMR sheet. Candidates must darken it for each question they do not attempt. Leaving a question unanswered without marking the prescribed option is treated differently from recording an intentional non-attempt, and the exam information states that one-third of the marks for a question is deducted for a wrong answer or for leaving it unanswered without marking option 5. The instructions also state that a candidate is liable to disqualification if no circle is darkened for more than 10% of questions.
The examination provides 10 extra minutes for filling option 5, in addition to the stated examination duration. Use the directions given at the centre and on the OMR sheet; do not leave the fifth option blank for questions you have not attempted. RPSC has also warned candidates against brokers or middlemen who promise to secure selection. Selection is through the prescribed process, and candidates should not rely on such promises.
RPSC Senior Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026: Overview
The examination is for Senior Scientific Officer posts in the State Forensic Science Laboratory, Rajasthan. The recruitment was advertised under number 04/2026-27 and covered three divisions. Applications are closed. The following table brings together the main recruitment details so candidates can distinguish the examination update from the earlier application process.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting body | Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC), Ajmer |
| Department | State Forensic Science Laboratory, Rajasthan |
| Post | Senior Scientific Officer |
| Divisions | Toxicology, Physics and Ballistics |
| Advertisement | 04/2026-27 |
| Total vacancies | 3 |
| Pay level | Pay Matrix Level L-15 |
| Application status | Closed; applications were accepted from 11 June to 10 July 2026 |
Vacancies by Division
The notification listed one vacancy in each of the three divisions. The reservation descriptions shown below are the descriptions provided for those posts. Horizontal reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities also applies as provided in the recruitment notification. Candidates had to submit a separate application for each division for which they wished to apply.
| Post/division | Reservation shown | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Scientific Officer (Toxicology) | SC | 1 |
| Senior Scientific Officer (Physics) | General (Women) | 1 |
| Senior Scientific Officer (Ballistics) | OBC | 1 |
| Total | — | 3 |
The small number of posts makes it especially important to refer to the relevant notification for the division selected in the application. The listed vacancy table does not replace the full notification or its provisions on horizontal reservation. Candidates should use the recruitment details applicable to their submitted application when reviewing eligibility and exam information.
Eligibility, Educational Qualification, Experience and Age Limit
The recruitment required a relevant postgraduate qualification and at least two years of specified experience. The required subject background differed by division, so the qualification listed for one division should not be assumed to apply to another. The details below summarise the stated educational requirements and common conditions.
Educational qualification
| Division | Educational qualification stated in the notification |
|---|---|
| Toxicology | M.Sc. (II Division) in Chemistry; or M.Tech/M.E. in Chemical Engineering; or M.Sc. in Forensic Science with a specialisation in Forensic Chemistry, Toxicology or Narcotics. |
| Physics | M.Sc. (II Division) in Physics; or M.Tech/M.E. in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical or Electronics Engineering; or M.Sc. in Forensic Science with a Forensic Physics specialisation. |
| Ballistics | M.Sc. (II Division) in Physics or Mathematics; or M.Sc. in Forensic Science with a Forensic Ballistics specialisation. |
| Common requirements | A Computer Science/Computer Application certificate, diploma or degree, or NIELIT O Level; working knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari script; and knowledge of Rajasthani culture. |
Experience
Applicants were required to have at least two years of experience in a State or Central Government Forensic Science Laboratory, or comparable experience in a public undertaking or corporation. The experience had to be acquired by the application closing date. That closing date was 10 July 2026. The experience requirement is part of the recruitment eligibility information and is separate from the written examination instructions.
Age limit and relaxation
The stated age range was 21 to 40 years as on 1 January 2027. The notification provides five years of relaxation for Rajasthan SC, ST, OBC, MBC and EWS men; ten years for women in these categories; and five years for General-category women. Other relaxations apply under Rajasthan rules. Candidates should refer to the recruitment notification for the provisions that apply to their category rather than assuming an additional relaxation.
Salary and Probation
The Senior Scientific Officer posts carry Pay Matrix Level L-15. During probation, fixed monthly remuneration is payable as per State Government rules. The available recruitment details do not specify a separate fixed amount here, so no amount should be inferred from the pay level alone. Candidates seeking the precise terms should consult the applicable official recruitment material.
Selection Process and Written Examination Pattern
Selection is through a written competitive examination in the relevant subject. Final selection is based on written-exam merit, subject to the Commission’s evaluation process. RPSC may apply scaling or normalisation when evaluating answer sheets. Candidates should consult the Commission’s official material for the applicable syllabus and instructions, as the information below summarises the stated examination structure rather than providing a subject syllabus.
| Exam feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Question type | Objective multiple-choice questions |
| Questions and marks | 150 questions for 150 marks |
| Duration | 2 hours 30 minutes, with an additional 10 minutes for the fifth OMR option as stated in the exam instructions |
| Negative marking | One-third of the marks for a question is deducted for a wrong answer or for leaving it unanswered without marking option 5. |
| Merit | Based on written-exam marks, subject to the Commission’s evaluation process. |
Merit and final selection
The written examination is the stated selection method, and merit is based on written-exam marks. RPSC may use scaling or normalisation in evaluating answer sheets. As a result, candidates should follow the official instructions for the relevant examination and should not assume that an unofficial calculation or informal estimate represents the Commission’s final evaluation. The available details do not provide a separate interview stage, so this guide does not add one.
Important Dates and Application Fee
The application and notification dates are included for reference because the application window is now closed. The exam-related dates are more immediately relevant to candidates preparing to sit the examination. District information and admit cards are expected relative to each candidate’s exam date, rather than as one universal date for the whole exam window.
| Event | Date or detail |
|---|---|
| Notification | 2 June 2026 |
| Applications opened | 11 June 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 10 July 2026 |
| Correction window | Within 10 days after the application closing date, as stated in the recruitment details |
| Exam schedule announced | Press note dated 5 October 2026; exam window is 13–16 October 2026 |
| Exam district information | Seven days before the exam through the SSO portal |
| Admit card | Three days before the exam |
The application fee paid during the recruitment period depended on category. The fee table below records the stated amounts; it is not an invitation to submit a new application or payment now.
| Fee category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Creamy Layer | ₹600 |
| SC, ST, OBC-NCL, MBC-NCL | ₹400 |
| EWS / Sahariya | ₹400 |
The fee was paid online through the SSO Rajasthan portal. Candidates who had already paid the One Time Registration fee did not need to pay it again. Candidates from outside Rajasthan were treated as General category for the fee. These payment details are historical application information; the application period ended on 10 July 2026.
How to Apply Online: Recruitment Reference
The application window has closed, and candidates cannot use the steps below as a current invitation to apply. They are included to explain the process used during recruitment and to help candidates understand the references to the SSO Recruitment Portal in this guide.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Visit the SSO Rajasthan portal and complete One Time Registration if required. |
| 2 | Log in, open the Recruitment Portal and select the relevant RPSC notification. |
| 3 | Enter personal, education and experience details carefully. |
| 4 | Upload the requested photograph, thumb impression and certificates. |
| 5 | Pay the applicable fee online, submit the form and retain a printout. |
Each division required a separate application from candidates wishing to apply to more than one division. Applicants were responsible for entering their details and uploading the requested documents through the portal. The recruitment window and correction period are past; use the current portal for examination updates rather than attempting to follow old application instructions.
Before You Leave for the Exam
Use this checklist to review the key arrangements before travelling to the centre. It does not replace any additional directions printed on the admit card.
- Confirm your individual exam date and session on the admit card; the overall exam window does not assign a date to each division.
- Check the district information through the SSO portal when it becomes available seven days before your exam.
- Download and print the admit card when released, three days before your exam, and attach the required recent, clear colour photograph.
- Carry an acceptable original photo ID. Use the original colour Aadhaar card, or one of the stated alternatives if the Aadhaar photograph is old or unclear.
- Plan to reach the centre well before entry closes 60 minutes before the examination begins.
- Read the OMR directions carefully and mark option 5 for every question you do not attempt.
- Check the official RPSC or SSO portal for updates rather than relying on unofficial messages, brokers or intermediaries.
Final Takeaway
The Senior Scientific Officer examination is scheduled for 13–16 October 2026. Exam district information is expected seven days before each candidate’s exam, and the admit card is scheduled for release three days before it. Use the RPSC SSO Admit Card to verify your individual date and session, and follow the stated rules for entry, photo identification and OMR responses. The application period is closed; candidates should now focus on official examination updates and the written test instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the RPSC SSO Admit Card 2026 be released?
The admit card is scheduled to be uploaded three days before the candidate’s exam. Check the RPSC website or Rajasthan SSO portal during the stated release period. The release timing is relative to the candidate’s own exam date.
What are the RPSC Senior Scientific Officer exam dates?
The exam window is 13 to 16 October 2026. The press note gives the overall window and does not specify a separate date for each division. Confirm your own date and session on the admit card.
When can I check my exam district?
Exam district information is expected on the SSO portal seven days before the exam. Log in through the official portal and use the application details requested there. Check the admit card separately for your individual schedule and instructions.
What login details are needed to download the admit card?
The stated login details are your application number and date of birth. Enter the details associated with your application on the official RPSC or SSO portal.
What ID should I bring to the exam centre?
Bring the original colour Aadhaar card. If its photograph is old or unclear, the stated alternatives are an original driving licence, passport or voter ID with a clear, recent colour photograph.
How early does entry close?
Entry closes 60 minutes before the exam begins. Candidates are not allowed to enter after the gate closes, so plan to reach the centre with sufficient time before the deadline.
What should I mark for a question I do not attempt?
Darken option 5 on the OMR sheet for each unattempted question. The instructions state that leaving more than 10% of questions without darkening any of the five circles can make a candidate liable to disqualification.
Can I still apply for the RPSC SSO 2026 recruitment?
No. The application period ran from 11 June to 10 July 2026 and is closed. The application steps and fee information in this article are included for reference only.
Where can I check official updates?
Use the official RPSC website and Rajasthan SSO portal listed below. Check official notices and your admit card for the latest exam instructions.
Official Quick Links
| Resource | Official link |
|---|---|
| Rajasthan Public Service Commission | https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in/ |
| Rajasthan SSO portal | https://sso.rajasthan.gov.in/ |
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