RPSC Occupational Therapist Recruitment 2022

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RPSC Occupational Therapist Exam Date Out! Earlier, application had reopened. Candidates can now apply for the post between 18th November to 27th November 2022. The selection of the candidates will be on the basis of Written Exam and Interview to be selected for the said post. For details of the exam pattern, important dates, and other information about the RPSC Occupational Therapist Recruitment, refer to the following article.

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Latest RPSC Occupational Therapist Updates

Last updated: Nov 25, 2022

RPSC Occupational Therapist Exam Date Out on 25th November 2022! The candidates must note that the exam is tentatively scheduled on 19th March 2023. The admit cards for the same are expected to be released soon. Earlier, RPSC Occupational Therapist Application window was reopened. Candidates can apply from 18th to 27th November 2022. The selection of the candidates will be on the basis of a written exam and interview. Candidates can check the details of the RPSC Occupational Therapist Exam Pattern to prepare for the exam.

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RPSC Occupational Therapist Exam Date Out on 25th November 2022! The exam is tentatively scheduled on 19th March 2023. Also, the application window had reopened, the candidates can apply from 18th November to 27th November 2022. Candidates who have already applied online, need not apply again. A total of 24 vacancies are available for the said post. Candidates can check the important dates, selection process, exam pattern, and other details of the RPSC Occupational Therapist Recruitment in this article.

The applications must be submitted online only.
The selection process will include a written examination and interview.
The written exam will be conducted for 150 marks.

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Rajasthan Public Service Commission Occupational Therapist Overview 2022
Exam Conducting Body	Rajasthan Public Service Commission
Name of Post	Occupational Therapist
Number of Posts	24
Advt No.	04/2022
Application Process	Online
Commencement of Submission of Application	18th November 2022 (Reopened)
Last Date to Apply	27th November 2022 (Reopened)
Selection Process	Written Test, Interview
Exam Date	19th March 2023 (Tentative)
Job Location	Rajasthan Govt. Jobs
Official Website	RPSC

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RPSC Occupational Therapist Updates

25th November 2022: RPSC Occupational Therapist Exam Date Out!

The Rajasthan Public Service Commission has released RPSC Occupational Therapist Exam Date. The screening test is scheduled to be held on 19th March 2023. Check the official notice below.

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16th November 2022: RPSC Occupational Therapist Application Reopen Notice

The RPSC will reopen the application window for the Occupational Therapist Recruitment. Interested candidates can apply online from 18th to 27th November 2022. Candidates who have already applied, need not apply again. The commission has also decided to conduct a written exam as part of the selection process to shortlist candidates for the interview.

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RPSC Occupational Therapist Vacancies 2022

The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) holds the RPSC Occupational Therapist Recruitment 2022 Examination to fill vacancies in the Occupational Therapist position. Below are the vacancy details.

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Rajasthan Public Service Commission Occupational Therapist Vacancy
Category	Vacancy
Occupational Therapist (NON-TSP)	22
Occupational Therapist (TSP)	02
Total	24

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RPSC Occupational Therapist Apply Online

Candidates should fill out the RPSC Occupational Therapist Application form for the post by following the guidelines on the official website. Candidates have to apply online. Candidates can follow the below mentioned steps to apply online for the RPSC Occupational Therapist recruitment 2022.

Step 1: Visit the RPSC's official website.

Step 2: On the homepage, click the 'apply online link.

Step 3: Fill in your basic information and upload your photo, signature, ID proof, and other required documents. You can use the Testbook Resize Tool

Step 4: To finish the form, pay the needed Application Fee.

Step 5: Take a printout of the Submit Final Form.

RPSC Occupational Therapist Application Fee

After completing the application form, candidates must pay the application cost that is applicable to them.

RPSC Occupational Therapist Application Fee
Category	Fee
EWS/OBC of Rajasthan non-creamy layer	250
General/OBC/ Most backward classes of Rajasthan creamy layer category	350
Disabled/SC/ST	150

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RPSC Occupational Therapist Selection Process

The selection process for RPSC Occupational Therapist will include the following two stages:

Written Examination (MCQ based)
Interview

Candidates need to qualify the written test to be shortlisted for the Interview.

RPSC Occupational Therapist Eligibility Criteria

Here are the exact RPSC eligibility requirements for applying for the position.

Age Limit (As on 01-01-2023)

Minimum age- 18 years
Maximum age- 40 years

Age Relaxations

Category	Years
Male candidates belonging to the schedule caste, scheduled tribes, backward classes, backward classes and economically weaker section of Rajasthan state	5 Years
Women candidates belonging to general category	5 Years
Women candidates belonging to the scheduled caste, scheduled tribes, backward classes more backward classes and economically weaker section of Rajasthan state	10 Years
Widow and divorcee women	No age Limit

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Educational Qualifications

Senior Secondary with Science (Biology/Mathematics) or its equivalent with Diploma in Occupational Therapy from an Institute recognized by the Government.
Working knowledge of Hindi written in Devnagari Script and knowledge of Rajasthan Culture

RPSC Occupational Therapist Exam Syllabus 2022

Candidates need to be aware about the exam syllabus of the RPSC Occupational Therapist exam. Candidates should start the preparation for the exam as soon as possible in order to ace the exam. Candidates can refer to the table below to get more information about the RPSC Occupational therapist exam syllabus.

Subject	RPSC Occupational Therapist syllabus 2022
Anatomy	General Anatomy Cell Epithelium Connective Tissue Cartilage bone Joints Embryology, etc. Regional Anatomy Lower Limb Thorax head & neck cranial nerves, etc.
Physiology	General Physiology Cell and tissue & Body Fluid Cardio-Vascular System Respiratory System Digestive System Digestive System Reproductive System Endocrine System Excretory System Skin Structure & Functions Neuromuscular physiology
Biochemistry	Bio-physics Cell Carbohydrates Lipids or Protein Metabolism Vitamins Water And Electrolytes Mineral Metabolism Nutrition Connective Tissue Nerve Tissue Muscle Tissue Hormones
Fundamentals Of Occupational Therapy	Principles & techniques of Therapeutic Exs and its relation with the development of appropriate therapeutic activities Principles of Maturation Concept & principles of adaptation & assistive technology Cephalo-caudal, Proximal distal, Medial-lateral patterns of development Therapeutic Activities-Definition, classification, characteristics & scope Remedial activities for physical & intellectual need Muscle strengthening JROM, Coordination, education, memory, perception, etc.
Sociology	Definition of Sociology. Sociology as a science, uses of the study of Sociology, application of knowledge of sociology in Occupational Therapy Sociology and health Socialization and social groups Family Social problems of the disabled
Pathology	Aims and objectives of study of Pathology. Brief outline of cell injury, degeneration, necrosis and gangrene Inflammation Circulatory disturbances Blood disorder:. Anemia, Bleeding disorder. CVS: Heart and Blood vessels Respiratory System : Ch. Bronchitis, Asthma, Bronchiectasis ,Emphysema, COPD etc. Bones and Joint PNS and Muscles: Neuropathies, Poliomyelitis & Myopathies etc. CNS: Infection, Demyelinating disease, Degenerative disease etc. Growth and its disorders like hypertrophy hyperplasia & atrophy Autoimmune diseases Healing and repair Metabolic disorders
Microbiology	Introduction and History of Microbiology Sterilization and asepsis Infection- Source of infection and Entry and its Spread Immunity- Natural and Acquired Allergy and hypersensitivity Virology Outline of common pathogens
Pharmacology	General Pharmacology Drugs affecting peripheral (somatic) nervous system Anti-inflammatory drugs Drugs affecting exercise therapy and ADLs Drugs Affecting CNS and ANS Drugs Affecting Respiratory System
Occupational Therapy & Industrial Rehabilitation	Definition, Concept & Principles of Ergonomics Principles & process of ergonomic analysis & designing of work sets ups Concept of body mechanics in industrial injuries Occupational injuries of back Upper-limb & its evaluation & prevention program Preparation of patients to return to job- various aspects Decision making in organisation Human engineering and its problems Employees, compensation Act, PWD Act' 1995 & provisions for Employees & Employers
Occupational Therapy & Mental Health	(I) Basic Techniques: Principle & Frame of reference, Occupational therapy in mental health. Types of therapy and ADL training in mentally challenged Occupational therapy evaluation in mental health (II) Occupational Therapy in common mental disorders e.g., schizophrenia, psychosis, substance abuse, attention deficit etc.
Psychology	General Psychology Methods of Introspection, observation and experimentation Memory Emotion Motivation Intelligence Personality Child Psychology and development Applied Psychology including industrial and rehabilitation psychology
Psychiatry	Definition/criteria of Normality and Abnormality contributing to normal mental health. Occupation therapy: scope and practices in common psychiatric disorders
Community Medicine	General concepts of health diseases etc. CBR and Institutional based rehabilitation and strategies intervene in rural health systems CBR in relation to different medical & surgical condition
Biomechanics & Kinesiology	Essential Concepts of movement Kinetic Aspects Of Limb Movement: Biomechanics of Upper Extremity, lower extremity and spine Biomechanics of normal GAIT
Orthopaedics In Occupational Therapy	Fractures dislocations Regional Orthopedic disorders Deformities Inflammatory conditions and lesions of joints and bones. Osteomyelitis, tuberculosis, tuberculosis, pyogenic infections, Osteoarthritis, T.B. Joints, Tenosynovitis etc. Principle of tendon transfer and its occupational therapy concepts Role of occupational therapy in reconstructive surgeries
Surgery Including Obstetrics & Gynaecology In Occupational Therapy	Principles of Pre and postoperative occupational therapy of surgical patients including surgical conditions Physiological response of the body to surgery Burns: Degrees of burns and, management and reconstructive surgery following burns and complications of Burns and occupational therapy in burn Principles of tendon transplant, cosmetic surgery, types of grafts, surgery of hand with emphasis on relative occupational therapy
Medicine Including Pediatrics In Occupational Therapy	Disease of Respiratory System e.g., COPD, bronchial asthma etc. Physiology, Clinical presentation and Occupational therapy in CRF HIV & AIDS and primary prevention Physiology, clinical presentation of various vascular disorders Joint and connective disorder in relation to occupational therapy
Pediatrics	Growth and development of a child from birth to 12 year Including physical, social, adaptive development Associated defects: Mental retardation, microcephaly, blindness, hearing and speech impairment, squint and convulsions Neural tube defects : development, clinical features affecting lower limbs, bladder and bowel control and complication Respiratory disorders in relation to occupational therapy
Neurology & Neurosurgery in Occupational Therapy	Neurology General principles of neurological and neuro physiological diagnosis Cerebro- vascular diseases Parkinsonism and other extrapyramidal disorders M S & other demyelinating disease. Neurosurgery Head Injury - Causes- and mechanism of head injury subdural, epidural and intracranial bleeding, types neurological, disorders following head injury Paraplegia, hemiplegia, quadriplegia and occupational therapy management etc.
Functional Assessment & Outcome Measures	Introduction to approaches Behavioral Approach Biomechanical approach Cognitive Disability Approach Developmental Approach Rehabilitation Approach Psychodynamic Approach Spatiotemporal Approach Occupational Adaptation: an Integrative approach
Clinical Rehabilitation	Introduction to Rehabilitation medicine Disability Prevention. Limitation & Rehabilitation Present Rehabilitation Services in India. Legislations for rehabilitation services for the Disabled and P.W.D. Act. Achieving functional independence Basic concepts of prosthetics and orthotics, and wheelchair prescription Assistive devices and ADL
Occupational Therapy in Orthopaedic Conditions	Objectives functions of occupational therapy in following: Deformities, joint and bone disorders including trauma Inflammatory conditions of joints Metabolic bone diseases Amputation Activities of daily living, testing and training in A.D.L Occupational Therapy in Neurotrauma and hand injury etc.
Occupational Therapy In Surgical Conditions Including Obstetrics & Gynaecology	Objectives functions of Occupational Therapy in: Burns-emphasis on management in respect of rehabilitation Thoracic surgery-Pre and postoperative management in respect of rehabilitation Plastic surgery-Basic principles and applications Radical Mastectomy and role of occupational therapy
Occupational Therapy In Medical Conditions Including Pediatric	Review of medical conditions and treatment and role of occupational therapy in the rehabilitation of patients with various diseases Methods of evaluation in Occupational Therapy Objective and functions of Occupational Therapy in Rheumatoid arthritis Leprosy Cerebro-Vascular accidents. Cardiac-diseases (Congenital and acquired) Geriatric conditions Cardio-pulmonary condition Home care programme in severely 'disabled and A.D.L. in adults and children
Occupational Therapy In Neurological & Neurosurgical Conditions	Neurology: Cerebral palsy, Hydrocephalus Poliomyelitis Cerebral-vascular accidents Common affections of peripheral, spinal & cranial nerves. Motor neuron diseases Multiple sclerosis Peripheral N. injuries & Neuropathies Neurosurgery: Pre & post operative Occupational Therapy management of neurosurgical conditions and complications, nerve repairs / nerve grafting etc. Pre & post operative Occupational Therapy management in various neurosurgical conditions

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RPSC Occupational Therapist Exam Pattern

Knowing the exam format aids candidates in preparing for the exam efficiently. Candidates can use the pattern to prepare for the examination. Check the detailed RPSC Occupational Therapist Exam Pattern below.

All questions asked will be MCQs
For each incorrect answer, there will be a negative marking of 1/3rd of the total marks assigned to the particular question.
The exam duration will be 2.5 hours.

Subjects	Questions	Marks
Concerned subjects	150	150
Total	150	150

NOTE: The details of the marking scheme is subject to change as per the official notification.

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RPSC Occupational Therapist Exam Dates 2022

The candidates who wish to attend the RPSC Occupational Therapist recruitment 2022 must know the exam dates in order to start their preparation timely. The examination dates help the candidates to prepare a perfect study plan which helps to cover the complete syllabus. View the important dates for the recruitment.

Event	Date
Written Exam	19th March 2023 (Tentative)

RPSC Occupational Therapist Admit Card 2022

RPSC will release the admit card some days before the exam. Candidates should be aware of the notification and should not delay the process of downloading it to avoid any kind of problems. Candidates may follow below mentioned steps to download admit cads for RPSC Occupational Therapist recruitment 2022 exam.

Step 1: First, visit the RPSC official website.

Step 2: Click on the Candidate Information tab.

Step 3: From the dropdown menu click on the Exam Dashboard.

Step 4: candidates will be redirected to a webpage where all the exams that are being conducted by RPSC and their related information shall be available. In the column containing Names of the Exams, locate the RPSC Occupational Therapist post.

Step 5: The link to download the RPSC Occupational Therapist Admit card 2022 will be available in the admit cards section..

Step 6: Click on the link and download the admit card. Don't forget to get two printed copies.

RPSC Occupational Therapist Salary

RPSC Occupational therapist is a permanent post. For occupational therapists the pay scale is level 11 and grade pay of 4200. Candidates are also subjected to other perks such as

DA
HRA
Medical
Provident Fund
Conveyance allowance etc.

RPSC Occupational Therapist recruitment 2022 Cut off

RPSC will decide the minimum qualifying cut off marks for the RPSC Occupational Therapist recruitment 2022 exam. RPSC has not yet announced the RPSC Occupational therapist cut off marks. Candidates are advised to keep checking this article for latest updates.

RPSC Occupational Therapist Answer Key 2022

The answer key of the RPSC Occupational Therapist recruitment 2022 exam is usually released after the successful completion of the exam. The answer key of RPSC Occupational Therapist exam is yet to be released officially on the RPSC official website after the written exam is completed. We will update the information once the official authorities have released the answer key. Candidates can follow the below steps to download answer key.

Step 1: Visit the RPSC official website.

Step 2: Candidates need to click on candidate information and then answer keys of RPSC Occupational therapist answer keys.

Step 3: Candidates have to select the year and name of the respective exam.

Step 4:Download the answer and verify the information on the answer key.

How to prepare for RPSC Occupational Therapist Exam 2022?

Candidates need to have a good preparation strategy for RPSC Occupational Therapist recruitment 2022 exam. Candidates should make sure that they use their full potential and they leave no holes in their preparation. They should do everything possible to ace the exam. Below are some steps mentioned that candidates can follow.

Revision of the syllabus done by candidates should be efficient and should cover every important topic. Reading long paragraphs during revision may waste their time so to avoid this mistake, make short notes for revision.
Candidates should have deep knowledge of exam pattern and exam syllabus.
Candidates are advised to read the newspaper everyday so that they are updated with current affairs. Also reading regional newspapers will help them with the latest regional news as well as the language preparation.
Attempting Mock tests is a great way to practice attempting the real exam. It helps them with their problem solving skills and time management.
Candidates have to make sure they choose the appropriate study material which best suits their preparation strategy.

Best Books to prepare for RPSC Occupational Therapist Exam 2022

Studying from the best study material can be very beneficial for the candidates. Candidates can ace the RPSC Occupational Therapist exam if they study from the best study material. We have listed some of the best books that candidates can refer to to prepare for the RPSC Occupational Therapist recruitment 2022 exam.

Subject	Books	Author/Publication
Anatomy	A Handbook of General Anatomy	B. D. Chaurasia
Physiology	Human Physiology in Nutshell	Arya Publications
Physiology	Concise Textbook of Human Physiology	Elsevier India
Fundamentals Of Occupational Therapy	Fundamentals of Occupational Therapy	Slack Incorporated
Sociology	Sociology and Occupational Therapy: An Integrated Approach	Churchill Livingstone
Pathology	Textbook of Pathology	Mohan Harsh
Pathology	Robbins and Cotran Pathologic Basis of Disease	Vinay Kumar

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FAQs of RPSC Occupational Therapist

How many vacancies are there in the RPSC Occupational Therapist Recruitment 2022?

The RPSC Occupational Therapist Recruitment 2022 has 24 openings.

What is the selection process for RPSC Occupational Therapist Recruitment?

The Selection Process for RPSC Occupational Therapist Recruitment consists of two stages: a Written Test and an interview.

What is the Pay Level for RPSC Occupational Therapist Recruitment?

The Pay Level for RPSC Occupational Therapist Recruitment is Level 11 with a grade pay of 4200.

What is the maximum age the divorcee women to apply for the RPSC Occupational Therapist Recruitment?

No age limit is specified for the divorcee women to apply for the RPSC Occupational Therapist Recruitment.

What is the duration of the RPSC Occupational Therapist exam ?

The duration of the RPSC Occupational Therapist exam will be 2 hours.

When is the last date to apply for the RPSC Occupational Therapist exam?

The last date to apply for the RPSC Occupational Therapist exam is 27th November 2022 (Reopened).

For how many marks is the RPSC Occupational Therapist exam conducted?

The RPSC Occupational Therapist exam will be conducted for 100 marks.

What is the Age limit for the UR category to be eligible for the RPSC Occupational Therapist exam ?

The Age limit for the UR category is 18-40 years.

Which is the best book to prepare for Physiology ?

One of the best books to prepare for the Physiology subject is Human Physiology in Nutshell by Arya Publication.

RPSC Occupational Therapist Recruitment Overview

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Download RPSC Occupational Therapist Recruitment 2022 Official Notification

RPSC Occupational Therapist Updates

25th November 2022: RPSC Occupational Therapist Exam Date Out!

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Download RPSC Occupational Therapist Application Reopen Notice

RPSC Occupational Therapist Vacancies 2022

RPSC Occupational Therapist Apply Online

RPSC Occupational Therapist Application Fee

RPSC Occupational Therapist Selection Process

RPSC Occupational Therapist Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit (As on 01-01-2023)

Educational Qualifications

RPSC Occupational Therapist Exam Syllabus 2022

Get more information about RPSC Occupational Therapist exam syllabus

RPSC Occupational Therapist Exam Pattern

RPSC Occupational Therapist Exam Dates 2022

RPSC Occupational Therapist Admit Card 2022

RPSC Occupational Therapist Salary

RPSC Occupational Therapist recruitment 2022 Cut off

RPSC Occupational Therapist Answer Key 2022

How to prepare for RPSC Occupational Therapist Exam 2022?

Best Books to prepare for RPSC Occupational Therapist Exam 2022

FAQs of RPSC Occupational Therapist