Resource Overview
Complete breakdown of the RPSC Rajasthan FSO exam pattern, time duration, negative marking, and section-wise question distribution across Part A and Part B, with a free syllabus download.
Description
RPSC Food Safety Officer Exam Pattern
If you're preparing for the Rajasthan FSO exam conducted by RPSC (Rajasthan Public Service Commission), understanding the exact exam pattern is the first step toward a focused preparation strategy. Here's a complete breakdown of how the paper is structured.
Exam Overview
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) |
| Post | Food Safety Officer (FSO) |
| Time Duration | 2 hours 30 minutes |
| Negative Marking | 1/3 mark (0.33) deducted for every incorrect answer |
| Total Sections | 2 (Part A and Part B) |
| Total Questions | 150 |
Section-Wise Breakdown
Part A — General Knowledge (40 Questions)
Part A tests your understanding of Rajasthan-specific general knowledge, including:
- History,Culture and Heritage of Rajasthan
- Geography of Rajasthan
- Current events and issues of Rajasthan and India
Part B — Concerned Subject (110 Questions)
Part B is the technical section and carries the majority of the weightage. It covers core subjects relevant to the Food Safety Officer role, including:
- Chemistry
- Microbiology
- Biochemistry
- Food Technology
- Agriculture
- Biotechnology
Key Exam Strategy Points
- With negative marking of 0.33 per wrong answer, accuracy matters more than attempting every question, avoid guesswork on questions you're unsure of.
- Since Part B carries 110 out of 150 questions, your preparation should be weighted heavily toward the technical subjects rather than general knowledge alone.
- Time management is critical — with only 2 hours 30 minutes for 150 questions, you have roughly one minute per question, so practicing with a timer is essential.
Download the Free Rajasthan FSO Syllabus
Want the complete topic-wise syllabus for both Part A and Part B? Get it for free from the Free Resources section on this website.
For detailed notes, visit the Ebook and Courses section on fsoinsider.com/ebooks.
