RPSC RAS Recruitment 2026- Apply Online for 607 Lucrative State & Subordinate Vacancies (Advt No. 02/2026-27)
Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC)
📍 Rajasthan
Application Started
03 July 2026
Age
Max Age: 35 Years
Min Qualification
Post Graduation
Location
All India
If you are a postgraduate in Anthropology looking for a prestigious Group 'A' Gazetted career with the Central Government, this is your moment. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released Advertisement No. 01/2026, inviting applications for specialist roles within the Anthropological Survey of India, under the Ministry of Culture.
These positions offer a chance to lead field investigations and contribute to the nation's cultural and physical research from the historic headquarters in Kolkata. With a handsome Level-10 pay scale, these permanent roles are ideal for researchers dedicated to the study of humankind.
For Cultural Anthropology: Master’s degree in Anthropology with more than 50% papers in Cultural Anthropology in the final year.
For Physical Anthropology: Master’s degree in Anthropology with more than 50% papers in Physical or Biological Anthropology in the final year.
Experience (Mandatory for both): Three years of research experience in Anthropology.
General/OBC/EWS Male Candidates: Rs. 25/-.
SC/ST/PwBD/Women Candidates: Exempted (No Fee).
Payment Mode: Visa/Master/Rupay Credit/Debit Card, UPI, or Internet Banking.
Post Name | Total Vacancies | Category Breakdown | Minimum Qualification |
Anthropologist (Cultural Anthropology) | 01 | OBC-01 | Master's (Anthropology) + 3 Yrs Research Exp |
Anthropologist (Physical Anthropology) | 01 | UR-01 | Master's (Anthropology) + 3 Yrs Research Exp |
Matriculation/10th Certificate (for Date of Birth proof).
Degree/Provisional Certificates along with mark sheets for all years.
Experience Certificates in the prescribed format from the Head of Organization.
Caste/Community Certificate (SC/ST/OBC) if applicable.
Disability Certificate (for PwBD candidates).
Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN, etc.).
Marriage Certificate/Affidavit (only if there is a name change).
Visit the Portal: Click on the Apply Now button.
Universal Registration (URN): Create your profile to generate a Universal Registration Number.
Fill CAF: Complete the Common Application Form with your personal and educational details.
Live Photo & Signature: Upload your signature and capture a live photograph as per the new guidelines.
Post-Specific Module: Select the Anthropologist vacancy and upload the relevant experience and degree PDF documents.
Fee Payment: Pay the Rs. 25 fee (if applicable) and submit the form.
Print Application: Always take a printout of the final submitted application for the interview stage.
The selection is primarily through Direct Recruitment by Selection:
Shortlisting: If a large number of applications are received, UPSC will shortlist candidates based on higher qualifications, extra experience, or a Recruitment Test (RT).
Interview: Shortlisted candidates will undergo a 100-mark Personality Test.
Qualifying Marks: UR (50), OBC (45), SC/ST/PH (40).
Is this a permanent government job?
Ans: Yes, the posts are Permanent and classified as Group ‘A’ Gazetted.
Where will my headquarters be?
Ans: The initial headquarters is Kolkata, but the job carries All India Service Liability.
I have a Master's in Sociology; can I apply?
Ans: No, the essential qualification is specifically a Master's degree in Anthropology.
Is there any application fee for women?
Ans: No, all female candidates are exempted from paying the application fee.
Can I edit my application after submission?
Ans: No, no changes or withdrawals are allowed once the form is submitted.
How much research experience is needed?
Ans: A minimum of three years of research experience in Anthropology is mandatory.
What is the salary for this post?
Ans: The pay is Level-10 in the Pay Matrix (7th CPC), which is a high-entry-level officer scale.
Do I need to send hard copies to UPSC?
Ans: No, do not send anything by post. You only need to bring printouts if called for an interview.
Is a scribe facility available for PwBD?
Ans: Yes, for categories like Blindness, Locomotor Disability (Both Arms), and Cerebral Palsy.
What if my degree certificate is in a regional language?
Ans: You must upload a transcript duly attested by a Gazetted Officer or Notary in English or Hindi.