The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC), Ajmer, has officially released the notification for the Protection Officer Recruitment 2025–26. This recruitment drive is being conducted for the post of Protection Officer under the Women & Child Development Department, Government of Rajasthan. Eligible male and female candidates can apply online through the official RPSC recruitment portal within the prescribed dates.
This article provides complete and verified information about RPSC Protection Officer Vacancy 2025, including eligibility criteria, age limit, educational qualification, selection process, exam pattern, syllabus, application process, important dates, salary, and FAQs, based entirely on the official notification
RPSC Protection Officer Recruitment 2025
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Overview of RPSC Protection Officer Recruitment 2025
The Protection Officer post is a Group-B Gazetted position notified under the Rajasthan State & Subordinate Services Rules. The appointment will be made through a written competitive examination conducted by RPSC.
This recruitment is significant for candidates holding a Law, Social Work, or Sociology background, especially those aiming for stable government service in Rajasthan.
As per the official notification, a total of 12 posts have been announced. The vacancies are distributed category-wise, including reservations for women, widows, divorced women, ex-servicemen, and persons with benchmark disabilities, in accordance with the Rajasthan Government reservation rules
Note: Horizontal and vertical reservation rules of the Rajasthan Government are strictly applicable.
Eligibility Criteria for RPSC Protection Officer Recruitment 2025
Before applying, candidates must ensure they fulfill all eligibility conditions as mentioned in the official advertisement.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess any one of the following qualifications from a recognized university in India:
Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB)
Master’s Degree in Social Work
Master’s Degree in Sociology
Additionally, candidates must have:
Working knowledge of Hindi written in the Devanagari script
Knowledge of Rajasthan culture
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)
Category
Age Limit
Minimum Age
21 Years
Maximum Age
40 Years
Age Relaxation
Age relaxation is applicable as per the Rajasthan Government rules:
SC / ST / OBC / MBC / EWS (Male): 5 years
SC / ST / OBC / MBC / EWS (Female): 10 years
General Category Female: 5 years
Widows & Divorced Women: No upper age limit
Ex-Servicemen: As per service rules
PwBD Candidates: Additional relaxation as applicable
Nationality
Applicant must be an Indian citizen
Candidates from Rajasthan receive state reservation benefits
RPSC Protection Officer Selection Process 2025
The selection will be made through the following stages:
Written Competitive Examination
Document Verification
Medical Examination (if required)
There is no interview mentioned in the official notification.
Exam Pattern – Protection Officer Exam 2025
The written examination will consist of two papers.
Exam Scheme
Paper
Subject
Marks
Duration
Paper I
General Studies & Social Issues
300
3 Hours
Paper II
Optional Subject
300
3 Hours
Total
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600
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Optional Subjects (Choose One)
Law
Social Work
Key Exam Instructions
Objective type (MCQs)
Negative marking applicable (1/3rd mark deducted)
Minimum qualifying marks: 40% in each paper
Question paper bilingual (Hindi & English)
Detailed Syllabus – Protection Officer Exam
Paper I: General Studies & Social Issues
Indian Constitution
Women & Child Laws
Domestic Violence Act, 2005
Child Protection Laws
Social Justice & Welfare Schemes
Rajasthan History, Culture & Polity
Current Affairs (National & State)
Paper II: Optional Subject
Law
Criminal Law
Family Law
Evidence Act
Women & Child Rights Laws
OR
Social Work
Case Work & Group Work
Social Welfare Administration
Child Development
Community Organization
Application Process—How to Apply Online
Candidates must apply online only through the official RPSC website.
