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Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board 2024

03 Dec, 2024

Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board

The Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board is a constitutional authority established under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, and the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981. The Board has been responsible for implementing various environmental laws and regulations within the jurisdiction of the State of Rajasthan.

The State Board guarantees proper implementation of the statutes and judicial and legislative announcements related to pollution control and environmental protection within the State. Since its establishment, it has been assigned various functions and responsibilities under different approvals. 

The Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board (RSPCB) has declared the latest notification for the recruitment of various posts including the Law Officer-II (LO), Junior Scientific Officer (JSO), and Junior Environmental Engineer (JEE). The RSPCB has announced the recruitment notification on 5 October 2024.

Interested and eligible candidates can apply for their position of interest between 18 October 2024 and 17 November 2024. Candidates can apply online from the official website - environment.rajasthan.gov.in.

RSPCB 2024 Highlights

Exam Name Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board Recruitment 2024
Exams conducting body Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board
Exam Level State level
No of papers -
Application mode Online
Exam mode Offline
Exam type MCQ
Exam objective To enroll candidates for various posts including the Law Officer-II (LO), Junior Scientific Officer (JSO), and Junior Environmental Engineer (JEE)
Official website environment.rajasthan.gov.in.
Application fees No fee

RSPCB 2024 Important Dates

The Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board (RSPCB) has declared the latest notification for the recruitment of various posts including the Law Officer-II (LO), Junior Scientific Officer (JSO), and Junior Environmental Engineer (JEE). The RSPCB has announced the recruitment notification on 5 October 2024.

Interested and eligible candidates can apply for their position of interest between 18 October 2024 and 17 November 2024. Candidates can apply online from the official website - environment.rajasthan.gov.in.

Event  Dates
Application Begin OCTOBER 18, 2024
Last Date to Apply Online NOVEMBER 17, 2024
Last Date to Pay Exam Fee NOVEMBER 17, 2024
Exam Date As per schedule
Admit Card Available Before exam
Answer key available After exam
Declaration of Result After exam

RSPCB 2024 Application Fees

No Application Fee is payable to apply for the RSPCB Recruitment 2024.

Category Fees
General, OBC, EWS Rs 0
ST, SC, PWD Rs 0

RSPCB 2024 Age Limit

For the candidates, the minimum age should not be less than 18 years and the maximum age should not exceed more than 40 years in order to apply for Rajasthan State Control Board Recruitment 2024. Age relaxation for the reserved category will be declared as per gov rules.

Minimum Age Maximum Age
18 Years 40 Years

RSPCB 2024 Eligibility Criteria

Before applying for Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board Recruitment 2024, candidates must check out the eligibility criteria to verify whether they are eligible or not. If candidates do not fulfill the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the notification pdf, then their application will be rejected. The eligibility criteria in the form of educational qualifications are as follows.

Posts Educational Qualifications
Law Officer - II Law graduate from a University established by law in India + three years course of proficiency degree.
Junior Scientific Officer First Class M.Sc./ M.S. in any branch of Chemistry/ Soil Science/ Environmental Science/ Microbiology after B.Sc./ B.S. in any discipline of Science from a University established by Law in India or a Foreign Qualification recognized equivalent thereto.
Junior Environmental Engineer M.Tech./ M.E. degree in Environmental Engineering after B.Tech./ B.E. degree in Biotechnology/ Chemical/ Civil/ Mining/ Environmental/ Textile Engineering from a University established by Law in India or Foreign Qualification recognized as equivalent thereto or a First Class BTech./ B.E. Degree in any of the above branches of Engineering from a University established by Law in India or a Foreign Qualification recognized equivalent thereto.

Steps to Fill RSPCB 2024 Application Form

Eligible aspirants who are applying for any of the posts under RSPCB 2024 can apply online via the official website of RSPCB by keeping in mind the following steps. Candidates must visit the official website to fill in their Application Form. Candidates should read the official notification once before filling out the form. 

  • Visit the official website of the Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board (RSPCB) at environment.rajasthan.gov.in.
  • At the homepage click on the Recruitment Advertisement section and then click on the Apply Online link.
  • Click on one-time registration and give in your personal information, valid email ID, and valid mobile number.
  • After completing the registration process, fill out the application form and submit your educational qualifications and other details.
  • Upload your recently scanned colored passport-size photographs and signature in the suggested format as mentioned in the instructions.
  • Before clicking on the final submission, candidates must ensure all details are correct.

RSPCB 2024 Syllabus

RSPCB syllabus for Law Officer - II 

Subject Syllabus
Environmental Legislation in India: An In-Depth Analysis
  • Thorough understanding of the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, including its amendments and related rules/notifications.
  • In-depth knowledge of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981, the Public Liability Insurance Act, 1991, and the National Green Tribunal Act, 2010.
Right to Information Act, 2005 A comprehensive grasp of the provisions outlined in the RTI Act, understanding the principles of transparency and accountability
Roles of the Judiciary in Combating Pollution Exploration of the pivotal role played by the judiciary in combating environmental pollution, including significant judgments and legal precedents
Social and Civil Society Movements in Protecting the Environment Analysis of the impact of social and civil society movements on environmental conservation, emphasizing the role of collective action.
Concept of “Public Participation” and Corporate Environmental Responsibility Understanding the significance of public participation in environmental decision-making processes and the role of corporations in environmental responsibility and sustainability
Role of the Pollution Control Board Detailed knowledge of the functions and responsibilities of Pollution Control Boards in regulating and mitigating pollution.
Policy Statement for Abatement of Pollution-1992 Familiarity with the policy guidelines established for pollution abatement, focusing on the strategies outlined in the policy statement of 1992.
Indian Judiciary on the Salient Attributes of the Right to Environment Analysis of key judicial pronouncements highlighting the fundamental rights related to the environment.
Rule of Strict Liability and Its Application in Environmental Jurisprudence Understanding the legal doctrine of strict liability concerning environmental issues and its practical application in legal contexts.
Judicial Activism Exploration of the proactive role played by the judiciary in shaping legal decisions, particularly in environmental cases
Remedies for Pollution Control & Challenges in Regulating Groundwater in India Examination of the challenges faced in regulating groundwater resources in India and exploring effective remedies for pollution control.
Indian Constitution Special focus on Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles, and the application of writs for enforcing these rights, understanding their intersection with environmental issues
Legal Procedures and Acts:
  • Detailed examination of legal procedures, including the Indian Penal Code, Civil Procedure Code, and Criminal Procedure Code provisions commonly referenced in government offices.
  • Analysis of the Evidence Act, Limitation Act, interpretation of statutes, drafting, and conveyancing.
Evaluation of Environment-Related Acts: In-depth understanding of environment-related acts and their current status, focusing on amendments and contemporary relevance
General Administration Law: Exploration of administrative law principles, including the functions and responsibilities of administrative bodies concerning environmental regulations
Significant Judgments and International Environmental Events: Study of landmark judgments delivered by the Supreme Court and National Green Tribunal, specifically related to environmental matters. ​​​​Consideration of significant national and international environmental events, providing a context for understanding contemporary environmental challenges.

RSPCB Syllabus for Junior Scientific Officer

Subject Syllabus
General Knowledge

Current affairs

​​​​​​General Science

History

Indian National Movement

Indian Polity

Simplification

Highest Common Factor (HCF)

Lowest Common Multiple (LCM)

Percentage

Ratio and Proportion

Simple Interest

Compound Interest

Area

Volume

Time and Work

Logical Reasoning

Puzzles

Dice

Visual Reasoning

Alpha Numeric Reasoning

Number Series

Environmental Science

Environmental General knowledge

Environmental Impact Assessment/ Environmental Legislation in India

Water/Wastewater/ Industrial wastewater analysis

Air and noise pollution

Municipal, biomedical, solid, e-waste and Hazardous solid waste

RSPCB Syllabus for Junior Environmental Engineer

Subject Syllabus
Environmental General Knowledge This will contain questions on National/International events related to the environment and a common understanding of environmental processes, the NGT Act, and Pollution Indices.
Water/Waste Water/Industrial Waste Water Engineering
  • Unit processes/Operations related to water and waste water treatment, namely Equalization Coagulation; Flocculation; Settling; Filtration; Disinfection; Aeration; Adsorption, etc.
  • Physical, chemical, and biological characteristics of water and Sewage; Activated sludge process and its modifications; treatment ponds and aerated lagoons; Trickling filters; Rotating biological contactors; Sequencing Batch reactor and Membrane Batch Reactor.
  • Anaerobic digestion; Anaerobic filter and UASB, Nitrification & Denitrification
  • Characteristics and treatment of waste from Textile, Tannery, Dairy, Distillery, and Cement Industry
Air and Noise Pollution Sources of air pollution; Properties of air pollutants; Meteorological factors influencing dispersion of air pollutants; Gaussian plume model for dispersion of air pollutants and its applications, Effects on human health. Control technology for particulate and gaseous pollutants from industries. Air pollution due to Automobiles and emission control; Basic of noise pollution, Measurement and management of noise. Permissible noise levels in different zones, Effects of noise on human beings, Ambient Air Quality standards, and air Quality index.
Environmental Impact Assessment/ Environmental Legislations in India
  • Basic concept of Environmental Impact Assessment, Environmental Impact Statement, and Environment Management Plan; Prediction and assessment of impacts on air, water, biota, noise, cultural and socioeconomic environment; Rapid and comprehensive Environmental Impact Assessment.
  • Environment (Protection) Act 1986, its amendments, and various rules /notifications made therein. Water (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Act, I974, Air (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Act, 1981
  • Municipal Solid, Biomedical, e-waste, plastic waste, and Hazardous Solid Waste
  • Problems associated with solid Waste viz; municipal, biomedical, hazardous, e-waste, plastic waste, etc., its generation; classification; characterization; analysis; Onsite Collection Handling, storage Transport and Processing of solid waste; Recovery of Resources, Conversion Products and Energy generation from solid waste. Hazardous waste definition; Risk associated with hazardous waste & its Assessment; Waste Minimization; Priorities in hazardous waste management; hazardous waste treatment.
General Knowledge History, art, culture, traditions, literature, heritage and geography of Rajasthan, Mathematics, reasoning current affairs

RSPCB 2024 Exam Pattern

RSPCB 2024 exam pattern for Junior Scientific Officer 

The Rajasthan State Pollution Control Recruitment 2024 exam for the post of Junior Scientific Officer will include multiple-choice questions. A total of 150 questions for 400 marks will be demanded in the examination and the time duration for the examination will be 3 hours. Here we have listed the exam pattern for the ease of the candidates.

Subject No of questions Marks
General Knowledge 30 90
Environmental Science 120 360
Total 150 450

Points to keep in mind 

  • The examination will include 150 MCQ questions.
  • The written examination will be a of total 450 marks.
  • Each correct answer will be rewarded with 3 positive marks.
  • Candidates will be given -1 for every wrong answer
  • The candidates will be given a total time of 3 hours.

RSPCB 2024 exam pattern for Junior Environmental Engineer

The Rajasthan State Pollution Control Recruitment 2024 exam for the post of Junior Environmental Engineer will include multiple-choice questions. A total of 75 questions for 225 marks will be demanded in the examination and the duration of the examination will be of 90 minutes. Here we have listed the exam pattern for the ease of the candidates.

Subject No of questions Marks
Environmental General Knowledge 60 180
General Knowledge (with special reference to history, art, culture, traditions, literature, heritage, and geography of Rajasthan), Mathematics, reasoning, and current affairs 15 45
Total 75 225

Points to keep in mind  

  • The exam will be for 225 marks.
  • A total of 75 questions will be asked.
  • Candidates will be given 90 minutes to complete the examination.
  • Each question will carry 3 marks.
  • Candidates will be given -1 for every wrong answer
  • 40% will be the qualifying percentage

RSPCB 2024 Admit Card

According to the official notification, the RSPCB Admit Card 2024 will be available for download through its official website. Candidates who will complete their RSPCB Online Application Process can download the admit card once released on the website.

In other words, your admit card will be visible on the website only if you have successfully and accurately filled out and submitted the online application form. The RSPCB admit card must be released by the RSPCB exam conducting authority.

Carrying a valid RSPCB admit card is necessary for all the applying candidates to appear in the exam. Any candidate will not be allowed to sit in the exam without the Admit Card. The exam conducting authority will declare the Admit card before the date of the examination.

Steps to Download the Admit Card

  • Visit the official website of the exam conducting authority ie. environment.rajasthan.gov.in.
  • Then go to the homepage of the website, and you will see a menu where all the latest notifications appear.
  • Find the notification that is showing "Download RSPCB Admit Card 2024"
  • After that, they will ask you to log in using the submitted details. Enter the asked information and click on the submit button.
  • Now, your RSPCB Admit card will appear on the screen, you have to download the admit card.
  • After downloading your admit card, don't forget to take one or two printouts of the admit card.

RSPCB 2024 Answer Key

The answer key of any state or national-level examination is announced after the examination. The reason behind declaring the answer key after the exam is to offer the candidates insight into their upcoming results. The answer key for each subject will be announced separately.

The answer key will be released on the official website i.e., environment.rajasthan.gov.in. after the examination. This will help the candidates to know the right answer as well and they will be able to examine their marks. The candidates can raise objections if they find any queries. 

Steps to Download the Answer Key

  • Go to the official website - environment.rajasthan.gov.in.
  • Click on the ‘Answer Key’ notification
  • Login through your submitted details
  • The answer key for your paper will appear on your screen

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