RPSC SI Re-Exam 2026 on September 20; Application Correction Starts May 16
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• Updated on 12 May, 2026, 10:56 PM, by Disha Yadav
RPSC will conduct the Rajasthan SI Recruitment 2021 re-exam on September 20, 2026, after cancellation over alleged irregularities and paper leak allegations.
The Rajasthan Public Service Commission has officially announced that the RPSC SI Recruitment Exam 2021 will be re-conducted on September 20, 2026. The decision comes after the recruitment process was cancelled following allegations of paper leaks and use of dummy candidates. RPSC has also opened an application correction window from May 16 to May 30, 2026, allowing eligible candidates to update certain details in their application forms.
RPSC SI Re-Exam 2026 Latest Update
The commission clarified that all eligibility conditions, including age limit, reservation rules, and educational qualifications, will remain unchanged as per the original 2021 notification.
Why Was the RPSC SI Recruitment 2021 Exam Cancelled?
The Rajasthan SI Recruitment Exam 2021 had been under controversy for several years due to allegations of:
- Paper leaks
- Use of dummy candidates
- Examination malpractice
- Recruitment irregularities
The cancellation followed court proceedings and recommendations from the Rajasthan government. Reports stated that the Rajasthan High Court had upheld concerns regarding the fairness of the recruitment process
Who Can Appear in the RPSC SI Re-Exam 2026?
RPSC has specified that only candidates who appeared in both Paper 1 and Paper 2 of the original written examination conducted in 2021 will be eligible for the re-exam. Candidates who:
- Did not appear in the exam, or
- Appeared in only one paper
will not be allowed to participate in the re-conducted exam.
According to reports, around 3.83 lakh candidates are expected to appear for the re-examination.
RPSC SI Application Correction Window 2026
The application correction facility will remain active from May 16 to May 30.
Details Candidates Can Update
- Mobile number
- Email ID
- Address
- Photograph
- Signature
- Thumb impression
However, candidates cannot change:
- Age
- Reservation category
- Educational qualification
Important Instructions for RPSC SI Candidates
RPSC has advised candidates to complete:
- One-Time Registration (OTR)
- KYC verification
- Application confirmation
within the prescribed timeline. Candidates must also submit the self-declaration form, even if no corrections are required
How to Update the RPSC SI Application Form?
Candidates can follow these steps:
- Visit the official website at RPSC Official Website
- Login using SSO credentials
- Open the SI Recruitment 2021 correction form
- Update required details
- Complete OTP verification
- Submit and save the confirmation page
RPSC SI Recruitment 2021: Trend and Context
The Rajasthan SI recruitment controversy became one of the biggest state-level recruitment disputes in recent years. The issue triggered protests by aspirants demanding a fair recruitment process and stricter examination security measures. The re-exam is expected to play a major role in completing recruitment for Sub-Inspector and Platoon Commander posts in Rajasthan Police.
Important Dates for RPSC SI Re-Exam 2026
RPSC SI Re-Exam 2026 FAQs
When will the RPSC SI Re-Exam 2026 be conducted?
The RPSC SI Recruitment 2021 re-exam will be conducted on September 20, 2026.
Why was the Rajasthan SI Recruitment 2021 exam cancelled?
The exam was cancelled due to allegations of paper leaks, dummy candidates, and recruitment irregularities.
Who is eligible for the RPSC SI Re-Exam 2026?
Only candidates who appeared in both papers of the original 2021 written exam are eligible.
When will the RPSC SI application correction window open?
The correction window will remain active from May 16 to May 30, 2026.
Can candidates change category or educational qualification in the correction form?
No, category and educational qualification details cannot be changed.
Where can candidates check official RPSC SI updates?
Candidates can visit the official RPSC website at rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in.
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