Rajasthan Police Constable – Foundation Exam
Marking Scheme
1️⃣ Simple Explanation
| Paper | Total Questions | Mark per Correct Answer | Negative Mark | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I – General Knowledge | 100 | +1 | 0 | 100 |
| II – General Intelligence | 100 | +1 | 0 | 100 |
| III – General Science & Arithmetic | 100 | +1 | 0 | 100 |
- Total exam time: 3 hours (1 hour per paper).
- Answer all questions: Since there is no negative marking, every attempt is worthwhile.
- Maximum possible score: 300 marks.
2️⃣ Key Points
| # | Point | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 100 questions per paper | Helps you gauge the difficulty and pacing. |
| 2 | +1 mark for a correct answer | Straightforward; focus on accuracy. |
| 3 | 0 marks for wrong or unattempted questions | No penalty → no need to skip. |
| 4 | No negative marking | Encourages guessing when unsure. |
| 5 | Same marking for all papers | Keep a consistent strategy across papers. |
| 6 | Time management | 60 min per paper → ~1.2 min/question. |
| 7 | No partial credit | Every answer is all or nothing. |
3️⃣ Worked Example
Scenario
- Paper I: 100 questions.
- You answer 70 questions correctly, 20 incorrectly, and leave 10 blank.
| Category | Count | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Correct | 70 | 70 × 1 = 70 |
| Incorrect | 20 | 20 × 0 = 0 |
| Blank | 10 | 10 × 0 = 0 |
| Total | 100 | 70 |
Result: 70 / 100 marks in Paper I.
Tip: If you’re uncertain about a question, answer it – there’s no penalty for a wrong guess.
4️⃣ Quick Revision Summary
- Total Marks per Paper: 100
- Correct Answer: +1 mark
- Wrong / Blank: 0 marks (no deduction)
- Negative Marking: None
- Strategy:
- Attempt every question – the risk is zero.
- Time: ~1.2 min per question → pace yourself.
- Keep a consistent approach across all three papers.
Remember: The marking scheme is the easiest part of the exam. Focus on content mastery and time management. Good luck!