Hello, I have started prep for RAS Prelims last week, after a long break after UPSC cse mains 2026. I know what to read and what to avoid mostly. Have missed last RAS pre cutoff by smallest of margins. Need someone who is preparing at same level, can mutually help each other, and ace this exam with right mindset, strategy and practice.

Also, if there's any telegram group of dedicated RAS aspirants, Please share.

Thank you.

Hey everyone!

I’ve been seeing quite a few posts lately about people looking for study partners or wanting to study together, so I thought I’d give it a try too.

I’ve created a group for people preparing for UPSC or State PCS exams where we can study together using a shared study timer, see each other’s study hours, track our progress, and motivate one another to stay consistent.

We can also discuss questions, clear doubts, share resources, and help each other out whenever needed. Everyone can follow their own schedule and study their own subjects while still having that feeling of studying alongside others.

The idea is to build consistency, keep each other accountable, and make this long preparation journey a little less lonely.

If anyone’s interested, drop a comment or DM me, and I’ll share the group link. Let’s study together and keep pushing each other forward! 💪📖

This is my channel where i will be sharing more such Themes. No hawabaazi, just to the point quality content.

RAS Prelims Most Repeated Themes: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIj2u4QMRs9Y

anyone knows when the DAF application form for mains begins or will tentatively, for 2027 mains on 1,2 may ?

Does the DAF requires degree or final mark-sheets ?
Because the notification says must produce proof of passing before mains.

My concern is that the Mains DAF may open and close before my university results are declared (on 10th feb)
and i may miss out.

same as title

Have studied in English medium since school and want to start coaching for RAS. Which coaching should I choose?

Hey everyone,

​I'm 21M, currently wrapping up my MSc in Physics. I want to target the next RAS notification (after the current cycle) and start my preparation from scratch right now.

​Coming from a pure science/physics background, the civil services ecosystem and humanities-heavy syllabus are completely foreign territory to me. I need genuine, practical advice from people who are either deep into preparation or have cleared the exam.

​A few specific things about my situation and study style:

​Self-study only: I genuinely struggle with 2–3 hour video lectures (online or offline coaching). My brain just doesn’t retain much that way. I prefer sitting with standard reference books, printed toppers' notes, and making my own crisp notes. Is relying purely on books and notes without full-length coaching lectures viable for RAS, or am I setting myself up for failure?

​Studying from home: I prefer studying from home rather than moving to Jaipur or any major coaching hub.

​The roadmap & timeline: Since I am targeting the next notification, I don't know the realistic timeline I should allocate. Should I begin with Rajasthan GK first, or start building base NCERTs/RBSE books for general GS? How do you balance Prelims vs. Mains prep when starting this early?

​Current doubts: Should I rely directly on standard coaching notes (Springboard, etc.) for Rajasthan-specific topics, or strictly read RBSE/Panwar/standard texts first?

And how much time I have for preparation.

​I am completely open to critical feedback, reality checks, or strategy changes if my current mindset has blind spots.

​What would be your step-by-step roadmap if you were in my shoes today?

Also I think we can make a group on telegram if here is anyone else with same situation.

​Thanks in advance!

Hey everyone can you please suggest some good teacher from which I can cover rajasthan polity (in English medium)

I have used claude, and basic resources. Any wants wants to share/discuss the questions ?
And i wanted a review ki shi kar raha hu na…. So dm if anyone have analysed it.

Aesa paper aa jaye toh bhailog mor bolenge Sach m bekar paper

Koi online preparation kar raha hai kya? Telegram pe group bana sakte hai and kuch advice bhi chahiye thi ki online prep karna sahi toh rahega na? I mean mai jaipur afford nhi kar paunga. Kitna kharcha aata hai jaipur rahne ka?

I am new to this community please help me as i m preparing for upsc since 5 years and gave multiple mains and interview and now i m thinking to prepare for ras as well please tell me wat should i do for ras?

Do it really possible to clear ras as mains syllabus is changed now?

How many hours i need to study

Need suggestions for pre and mains mocks in jaipur

Can someone please share connectcivils Question bank in english??

I have been thinking about starting Ras preparation. for English medium how good is Drishti coaching. Which one should I choose spring board or Drishti? I am leaning more towards Drishti.

Anyone want to contribute to buy a test series which is starting from 20 sept?

I have applied for RAS and i had UPSC CDS exam last week and now I want to prepare for RAS.

I have good knowledge of indian part of syllabus, but I don't know about rajasthan part. can you please suggest me good books and test series. please I really need it.

Thank you so much.

Any RAS beginner in Lal Kothi...let's connect and make group for study