Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) — State Forensic Science Laboratory, Jaipur
The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has issued an official recruitment notification for Senior Scientific Officer, announcing a total of 3 vacancies located in Rajasthan. The online application window opens on 11 June 2026 and closes on 10 July 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold M.Sc./M.Tech./M.E. with at least Second Division in relevant subject + 2 years experience + Computer Literacy and be within the prescribed age limit of 21-40 years as of 2027-01-01 (Relaxations as per state norms), with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Pay Matrix Level L-15. The selection procedure comprises Objective Type Written Examination followed by document verification.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 11 Jun 2026 |
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| Last Date to Apply |
10 Jul 2026
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| Post Name | Senior Scientific Officer |
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| Total Vacancies | 3 |
| Qualification | M.Sc./M.Tech./M.E. with at least Second Division in relevant subject + 2 years experience + Computer Literacy |
| Age Limit | 21-40 years as of 2027-01-01 (Relaxations as per state norms) |
| Salary | Pay Matrix Level L-15 |
| Application Fee | General/OBC/MBC Creamy Layer: Rs. 600; Reserved/EWS/PwBD: Rs. 400 |
| Selection Process | Objective Type Written Examination followed by document verification. |
Prescribed Age: 21–40 Years (As on 10 Jul 2026)
The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has issued Advertisement No. 04/Exam/SSO/Home(Gr.-I)/RPSC/EP-I/2026-27, inviting applications for 03 Senior Scientific Officer (Vishishth Vaigyanik Adhikari) positions. These vacancies are under the Rajasthan Forensic Science Service Rules, 1979, for the State Forensic Science Laboratory (Vidhi Vigyan Prayogshala) in Jaipur.
| Post Division | Total Vacancies | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Toxicology Division | 01 | ST |
| Physics Division | 01 | UR |
| Ballistics Division | 01 | OBC |
Candidates must possess the requisite M.Sc., M.Tech., or M.E. degree with at least a Second Division. Additionally, candidates must have a certificate or diploma in Computer Science/Applications or an 'O' level certification from NIELIT. A minimum of 2 years of work experience in a state or central FSL, or a public sector undertaking, is mandatory.
The age limit for candidates is 21 to 40 years as of 2027-01-01. Age relaxation is applicable as per Rajasthan State Government norms. For the Ballistics Division post, an additional 3-year relaxation is applicable based on the 2019 recruitment cycle.
Registration must be completed via the official SSO portal. The selection process consists of an objective-type written examination carrying 150 marks. A negative marking scheme (1/3rd mark per wrong answer) applies.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 2026-06-11 |
| Application End Date | 2026-07-10 |
Q: Is the OTR mandatory for this recruitment?
A: Yes, One Time Registration (OTR) on the Rajasthan SSO portal is a mandatory prerequisite for submitting any application for this recruitment drive.
Q: Can I apply for more than one division?
A: Yes, however, you must submit a separate online application for each post if you meet the specific educational criteria for those divisions.
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