Rajasthan Police Constable Previous Year Papers are the most reliable preparation resource for the 8,148-post Rajasthan Police Constable Recruitment 2025. The written exam has 150 MCQs in 2 hours with 1/3 negative marking, divided equally across 5 subjects (30 questions each): Reasoning, GK/General Science, Hindi, Rajasthan GK, and Computer Knowledge. This article gives you topic-wise question analysis from previous exams, actual question types, and a 2-month preparation schedule.
Paper Pattern: 150 MCQs | 150 Marks | 2 Hours | 1/3 Negative Marking | Language: Hindi & English | Mode: OMR-based
Subject-Wise Marks Distribution
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Preparation Note |
|---|
| Reasoning & Mental Ability | 30 | 30 | Highest ROI — most questions are formula-based |
| General Knowledge / General Science | 30 | 30 | Current affairs + static GK + basic science |
| Hindi Language | 30 | 30 | Grammar, Muhavare, comprehension |
| Rajasthan GK | 30 | 30 | Unique to Rajasthan exams — must study separately |
| Computer Knowledge | 30 | 30 | MS Office, shortcuts, internet basics |
| Total | 150 | 150 | |
Negative Marking — Risk vs Reward
| Event | Marks |
|---|
| Correct answer | +1 mark |
| Wrong answer | −0.33 marks (1/3 deducted) |
| Unattempted | 0 marks |
| Strategy | Attempt only if ≥60% confident; skip otherwise |
Negative Marking Alert: At 1/3 negative marking, attempting 3 wrong answers cancels 1 correct answer. In Reasoning and Computer (high accuracy subjects), attempt all. In Rajasthan GK (where many questions are recall-based), skip if genuinely unsure.
Rajasthan GK — Topic-Wise Expected Questions (30 Marks)
Rajasthan GK is the most differentiating section for Rajasthan-domicile candidates. Previous papers show these recurring topics:
| Topic | Expected Qs | Key Facts to Remember |
|---|
| Rajasthan History | 7–9 | Maharana Pratap, Haldighati Battle (1576), Prithviraj Chauhan, Praja Mandal movement, Integration of Rajasthan (7 stages) |
| Rajasthan Geography | 6–8 | Aravalli (oldest fold mountains), Thar Desert, Rivers (Chambal, Luni, Banas), Lakes (Sambhar — largest saltwater lake in India), wildlife sanctuaries |
| Rajasthan Culture | 5–7 | Folk dances (Ghoomar — national pride, Kalbeliya — UNESCO), Pushkar fair, Gangaur, Teej, Miniature painting (Kishangarh school) |
| Rajasthan Polity & Admin | 3–4 | Governor, CM, State Legislative Assembly (200 seats), Panchayati Raj (3-tier), 33 districts (verify current count after reorganisation) |
| Rajasthan Economy | 2–3 | Minerals: zinc (Zawar mines — world's largest), marble (Makrana), copper (Khetri). MNREGA, tourism |
| Rajasthan Current Affairs | 2–3 | State government schemes, recent appointments, awards, sports achievements |
9 High-Frequency Rajasthan GK Questions from Previous Papers
- Q: The Battle of Haldighati (1576) was fought between Maharana Pratap and whose forces?
→ Mughal Emperor Akbar's forces (led by Man Singh I of Amber)
- Q: Which is the largest saltwater lake in India?
→ Sambhar Lake (Rajasthan) — also India's largest inland salt lake
- Q: Ghoomar dance belongs to which state?
→ Rajasthan (performed by Bhil tribe; recognized as state's folk dance)
- Q: Which river is called the "lifeline of Rajasthan"?
→ Chambal River (originates in Madhya Pradesh, flows into Rajasthan)
- Q: Zawar mines (world's largest zinc mines) are located in which district?
→ Udaipur district, Rajasthan
- Q: How many stages did the integration of Rajasthan take place in?
→ 7 stages (1948–1956)
- Q: The Kalbeliya dance of Rajasthan is recognized by which international organisation?
→ UNESCO (Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity)
- Q: Makrana marble, used in the Taj Mahal, is from which district?
→ Nagaur district, Rajasthan
- Q: Which is the longest river originating within Rajasthan?
→ Banas River (originates in Khamnor hills, Rajsamand; flows entirely within Rajasthan)
Reasoning — Topic-Wise Analysis (30 Marks)
| Topic | Expected Qs | Quick Trick |
|---|
| Series (Number / Alphabet) | 5–6 | Identify the pattern; look for +2, ×3, prime number gaps, Fibonacci |
| Analogies | 4–5 | Identify the relationship (part-whole, function, category) |
| Coding-Decoding | 4–5 | Letter shift (+2, −1), number substitution, symbol coding |
| Blood Relations | 3–4 | Draw a family tree; use M/F indicators |
| Direction Sense | 2–3 | Always start facing North; track each turn carefully |
| Venn Diagrams | 2–3 | Identify overlapping and non-overlapping sets |
| Mirror/Water Image | 2–3 | Mirror: horizontal flip; Water: vertical flip |
| Syllogism | 2–3 | Use Euler circles; "All A are B" ≠ "All B are A" |
| Puzzles / Arrangement | 2–3 | Linear seating, circular seating — table method |
| Mathematical Operations | 2–3 | Replace symbols; BODMAS applies after substitution |
General Knowledge / General Science (30 Marks)
| Topic | Expected Qs | Focus Points |
|---|
| Current Affairs (last 6 months) | 8–10 | PM schemes, national awards, sports results, appointments |
| Indian History | 5–6 | Mughal period, 1857 revolt, freedom movement key events |
| Indian Polity | 4–5 | Fundamental Rights (Art 12–35), DPSP, Panchayati Raj (Art 243) |
| General Science | 5–6 | Newton's laws, Ohm's law, periodic table basics, human body systems |
| Indian Geography | 3–4 | Major rivers, mountain ranges, national parks, climate |
| Economy | 2–3 | RBI functions, types of banks, budget terms (fiscal deficit, GDP) |
Hindi Language — Topic-Wise Analysis (30 Marks)
| Topic | Expected Qs | Strategy |
|---|
| Sandhi (संधि) | 3–4 | Svar Sandhi, Vyanjan Sandhi, Visarg Sandhi — classify and identify |
| Samas (समास) | 3–4 | Tatpurusha, Dvandva, Bahuvrihi — identify from compound words |
| Vilom Shabd (विलोम शब्द) | 3–4 | Common antonym pairs; practice 200 key vilom |
| Paryayvachi (पर्यायवाची) | 2–3 | Synonyms for common Hindi words |
| Muhavare & Lokoktiyan | 3–4 | Idioms with meanings — high scoring if memorised |
| Ras, Chhhand, Alankar | 2–3 | Shringaar, Veer, Karuna Ras; Anupras, Yamak, Upma Alankar |
| Shuddh-Ashuddh Vakya | 3–4 | Correct grammatically incorrect sentences |
| Apathit Gadyansh | 4–5 | Unseen passage — read carefully; answer from the passage only |
Computer Knowledge — Topic-Wise + Shortcuts Table (30 Marks)
| Topic | Expected Qs | Focus Points |
|---|
| MS Word | 5–6 | Mail merge, tables, formatting, spell check, track changes |
| MS Excel | 5–6 | SUM, AVERAGE, IF, VLOOKUP; cell referencing (absolute vs relative) |
| MS PowerPoint | 3–4 | Slide transitions, animations, design templates, notes pane |
| Internet & Email | 4–5 | HTTP, FTP, URL structure, email CC/BCC, browser shortcuts |
| Computer Basics | 4–5 | RAM vs ROM, primary vs secondary storage, I/O devices, OS types |
| Networking | 2–3 | LAN, WAN, MAN, topology (Bus, Ring, Star), IP address basics |
| Cyber Security | 2–3 | Virus, malware, phishing, firewall, antivirus function |
| Rajasthan Digital | 1–2 | E-Mitra, Jan Aadhaar, Rajasthan e-governance portals |
Computer Keyboard Shortcuts — High-Frequency in Exams
| Shortcut | Function |
|---|
| Ctrl + C | Copy |
| Ctrl + V | Paste |
| Ctrl + X | Cut |
| Ctrl + Z | Undo |
| Ctrl + Y | Redo |
| Ctrl + S | Save |
| Ctrl + P | Print |
| Ctrl + A | Select All |
| Ctrl + B | Bold |
| Ctrl + I | Italic |
| Ctrl + U | Underline |
| Ctrl + F | Find |
| Ctrl + H | Find & Replace |
| Alt + F4 | Close application |
| Win + D | Show Desktop |
| F2 | Rename file/folder |
| F5 | Refresh |
| Delete | Send to Recycle Bin |
| Shift + Delete | Permanent delete (bypass Recycle Bin) |
PET Preparation — Physical Training Timeline
| Event | Standard | Training Tip |
|---|
| Running | 5 km in 25 min (M) / 2.4 km in 14 min (F) | Start with 2 km daily; add 0.5 km weekly; aim 5 km comfortably under 22 min to leave margin |
| Long Jump | 3.90 m (M) / 3.00 m (F) | Sprint run-up is key; practice approach + takeoff; 3.90 m is achievable with proper technique in 6–8 weeks |
| High Jump | 1.10 m (M) / 0.90 m (F) | Scissor kick or Fosbury flop technique; build leg strength with squats and jump drills |
| Shot Put | 5.60 m (M) / 3.75 m (F) | Glide technique + arm extension; daily practice with correct weight ball |
2-Month Preparation Schedule
| Week | Focus Area | Daily Target |
|---|
| Week 1–2 | Rajasthan GK (History + Geography) | Make a one-page timeline of key Rajasthan history events; map the rivers |
| Week 3–4 | Rajasthan GK (Culture + Polity) + Reasoning basics | Practice 20 Reasoning questions daily; memorise 10 Muhavare per day |
| Week 5–6 | GK/GS + Computer Knowledge | Read a newspaper daily for current affairs; practice all MS Office shortcuts |
| Week 7 | Hindi Language + Full Mock Test 1 | Attempt a full 150-question mock; analyse wrong answers by topic |
| Week 8 | Revision + 2 Full Mock Tests | Target 110+ in mock tests; revise weak topics; stop new material 48 hrs before exam |
Books to Use:
• Rajasthan GK: Rajasthan GK by Lakshya Publication or P.K. Sharma (Sikhwal)
• Reasoning: R.S. Aggarwal — Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning
• GK/Current Affairs: Lucent's GK + monthly current affairs magazine
• Computer: Computer Fundamentals by P.K. Sinha
• Hindi Grammar: Lucent Hindi Grammar or Hardev Bahri
Rajasthan Police Constable — Additional Practice Questions
The Rajasthan Police Constable exam (conducted by RPSC/Rajasthan Police Board) tests General Knowledge, Rajasthan GK, Hindi, Reasoning, Science, and Computer basics. These practice questions focus on high-frequency topics.
Q5. What are the main duties of a Rajasthan Police Constable?
Answer: Rajasthan Police Constables serve in three main capacities:
District Police (Civil Police): Beat patrol, FIR registration support, crime scene assistance, traffic management, and community policing in rural/urban areas.
Rajasthan Armed Constabulary (RAC): Reserve force for law and order, VIP security, elections, and disaster relief. More organized battalion-style deployment.
District Special Branch: Intelligence gathering, source development, and law and order monitoring.
Daily duties include: beat rounds on assigned route, escorting prisoners, crime scene preservation, evidence collection assistance, public complaint redressal, and reporting to SI/SHO.
Q6. What is the structure of Rajasthan Police Force?
Answer — Rajasthan Police hierarchy:
• Director General of Police (DGP) — State head
• Additional DGP (ADGP) — Zone head
• Inspector General (IG) — Range head
• Deputy Inspector General (DIG) — District Group
• Superintendent of Police (SP) — District head
• Deputy SP (DSP) / Circle Officer (CO)
• Inspector — SHO (Station House Officer) of major stations
• Sub-Inspector (SI) — Branch charge
• Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI)
• Head Constable — Section charge
• Constable — Ground level
This hierarchy is important GK — district-level policing is led by SP, and the Constable reports through Head Constable → ASI → SI → SHO chain.
Q7. What are the key Rajasthan state GK facts most frequently tested in police exams?
Answer — High-priority Rajasthan GK for Police exam:
| Topic | Key Facts |
|---|
| Area & Rank | Largest state by area — 3,42,239 sq km (10.4% of India) |
| Districts | 50 districts (verify from current official sources — new districts were added) |
| Capital | Jaipur (administrative + judicial HC at Jodhpur) |
| Famous For | Thar Desert, Golden Triangle (Delhi-Agra-Jaipur), Rajputana forts |
| Rivers | Chambal, Banas, Luni (flows into Rann of Kutch, no outlet to sea) |
| Lakes | Sambhar Lake (largest inland saltwater lake in India) |
| Festivals | Desert Festival (Jaisalmer), Teej, Gangaur, Pushkar Fair |
| Freedom Struggle | Praja Mandal movement, 1857 uprising (Tonk, Nimuch) |
Q8. What is the Rajasthan Police Act and what powers does it give constables?
Answer: Rajasthan Police Act 2007 governs Rajasthan Police — it replaced the archaic Police Act of 1861. Key powers granted to police constables under this Act and CrPC:
• Section 41 CrPC: Arrest without warrant in cognizable offences — constable can arrest but must produce arrested person before SI/Magistrate within 24 hours (Article 22, Constitution).
• Preventive Detention: Under Section 151 CrPC — constable can detain a person to prevent a cognizable offence, for 24 hours without Magistrate's order.
• Rajasthan Police Act 2007 Section 23: Constable must maintain community relations, not accept bribes, wear uniform on duty, and report corruption immediately.
The 2007 Act also established Rajasthan Police Accountability Commission (RPAC) to investigate complaints against police personnel.
Rajasthan Police Constable Strategy: Rajasthan GK carries 25–30% of all questions. Know every Rajasthan district headquarters, major fort (Amer, Chittorgarh, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Ranthambore), festival, river, and tribe. This section wins or loses the exam.
Rajasthan Police Additional FAQs
Q: What is the physical standard for Rajasthan Police Constable?
General Male: Height 168 cm, Chest 81–86 cm. OBC/SC/ST: relaxations apply. Female: Height 152 cm (General), lower for SC/ST/OBC. 1.6 km run must be completed within specified time. Weight proportionate to height and age. Verify exact current standards from the official Rajasthan Police Board notification — standards are revised with each recruitment cycle.
Q: How many posts are in Rajasthan Police Constable 2026?
Vacancy counts are announced in the official Rajasthan Police Board notice. Cross-reference with the official notification at police.rajasthan.gov.in before assuming any figure from third-party sources.
Rajasthan Police — Exam Day Strategy
Arrive at the exam centre 45 minutes early. Carry: Admit Card, Aadhaar/Voter ID, two ballpoint pens. Strategy: attempt Rajasthan GK first (fastest marks), then Reasoning, then Science, save Hindi and Maths for last. Don't spend more than 50 seconds on any single question — skip and return.
