List of dynasties and rulers of Rajasthan

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The map of the Rajputana Agency in 1909 from the Imperial Gazetteer. Legend: princely states are in yellow Rajputana 1909.jpg
The map of the Rajputana Agency in 1909 from the Imperial Gazetteer . Legend: princely states are in yellow

Rajasthan is a state in northern India. The History of Rajasthan is about 5000 years old. The history of Rajasthan can be classified into three parts owing to the different epochs- Ancient, Medieval and Modern. Rajput clans emerged and held their sway over different parts of Rajasthan from about 700 CE.

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Rajputana “land of the Rajputs” was Rajasthan's old name under the British Raj. When India became independent, 23 princely states were consolidated to form the state of Rajasthan, “Home of Rajas”.

Statue of Maharana Pratap most celebrated ruler of Rajasthan from Sisodia Dynasty Statue of Maharana Pratap of Mewar, commemorating the Battle of Haldighati, City Palace, Udaipur.jpg
Statue of Maharana Pratap most celebrated ruler of Rajasthan from Sisodia Dynasty

Following is a list of dynasties and rulers, which ruled or origin from Rajasthan from Ancient period to Modern period:

Pratihara dynasty (c. 550 – 1036 CE)

Pratiharas of Mandavyapura (Mandore) (c. 550 – 860 CE)

Rudolf Hoernlé assumed a period of 20 years for each generation, and placed the dynasty's founder Harichandra in c. 640 CE. Baij Nath Puri placed Harichandra in c. 600 CE. R. C. Majumdar, on the other hand, assumed a period of 25 years for each generation, and placed him in c. 550 CE. [1] The following is a list of the dynasty's rulers (IAST names in brackets) and estimates of their reigns, assuming a period of 25 years: [2]

Bauka and Kakkuka were sons of Kakka from different mothers. The Jodhpur and Ghantiyala inscriptions of the two step-brothers give same genealogy of the family, except the last two names. Since these two inscriptions were found not far from each other, it appears that Bauka succeeded Kakka (rather than the two dividing Kakka's kingdom). [3]

Pratiharas of Bhinmala and Kannauj (c. 730 – 1036 CE)

List of Imperial Gurjara-Pratihara dynasty rulers
Serial No.RulerReign (CE)
1 Nagabhata I 730–760
2 Kakustha and Devaraja 760–780
3 Vatsaraja 780–800
4 Nagabhata II 800–833
5 Ramabhadra 833–836
6 Mihira Bhoja or Bhoja I836–885
7 Mahendrapala I 885–910
8 Bhoja II 910–913
9 Mahipala I 913–944
10 Mahendrapala II 944–948
11Devapala948–954
12Vinayakapala954–955
13Mahipala II955–956
14Vijayapala II956–960
15Rajapala960–1018
16Trilochanapala1018–1027
17 Yasahpala 1024–1036

Mewar dynasty (c. 566 – 1948 CE)

Guhila dynasty of Nagada-Ahar is one of the oldest dynasties of Mewar, they ruled in the 6th century and Sisodia Dynasty (1326–1947 CE) is one of the branch of Guhila dynasty.

Guhila dynasty (c. 566 – 1303 CE)

List of Guhila dynasty rulers
Serial No.King (Rawal)Reign (CE)Notes
1 Rawal Guhil 566–586
2Rawal Bhoj586–606
3Rawal Mahendra I606–626
4Rawal Naga (Nagaditya)626–646
5Rawal Shiladitya646–661
6Rawal Aprajeet661–688
7Rawal Mahendra II688–716
8 Bappa Rawal 728–753
9Rawal Khuman I753–773
10Rawal Mattat773–793
11Rawal Bhartri Bhatt I793–813
12Rawal Sinh813–828
13Rawal Khuman II828–853
14Rawal Mahayak853–878
15Rawal Khuman III878–926
16Rawal Bhartri Bhatt II926–951
17Rawal Allat951–971
18Rawal Narwahan971–973
19Rawal Saliwahan973–977
20Rawal Shakti Kumar977–993
21Rawal Amba Prasad993–1007
22Rawal Shuchivarma1007–1021
23Rawal Narvarma1021–1035
24Rawal Keertivarma1035–1051
25Rawal Yograj1051–1068
26Rawal Vairath1068–1088
27Rawal Hanspal1088–1103
28Rawal Vair Singh1103–1107
29Rawal Vijai Singh1107–1116
30Rawal Ari Singh I1116–1138
31Rawal Chaudh Singh1138–1148
32Rawal Vikram Singh1148–1158
33Rawal Rana Singh1158–1168
Post-split Rawal branch rulers
34Rawal Khshem Singh(Karana)1168–1172
35Rawal Samant Singh(Rahapa)1172–1179
36Rawal Kumar Singh1179–1191
37Rawal Mathan Singh1191–1211
38Rawal Padam Singh1211–1213
39 Rawal Jaitra Singh 1213–1252
40 Rawal Tej Singh 1252–1273
41 Rawal Samar Singh 1273–1302
42 Rawal Ratan Singh 1302–1303

Branching of Guhil dynasty

During reign of Rawal Rana Singh (1158–1168), the Guhil dynasty got divided into two branches:

  • First (Rawal Branch)

Rawal Khshem Singh (1168–1172), son of Ran Singh, ruled over Mewar by building Rawal Branch.

  • Second (Rana Branch)

Rahapa, the second son of Ran Singh started the Rana Branch by establishing Sisoda bases. Later Hammir Singh of Sisoda base started main Sisodia or Mewar dynasty in 1326 CE.

Rana branch rulers (c. 1168 – 1326 CE)

"Rahapa", a son of Ranasimha, established the Rana branch. According to the 1652 Eklingji inscription, Rahapa's successors were:

List of Rana branch rulers
Nu.King (Rana)Reign (CE)Notes
1Rahapa/Karna1168 CE
2Narapati
3Dinakara
4Jasakarna
5Nagapala
6Karnapala
7Bhuvanasimha
8Bhimasimha
9Jayasimha
10Lakhanasimha
11Arisimha
12 Hammir Singh 1326 CE

Sisodia dynasty (c. 1326 – 1947 CE)

PortraitKing (Maharana)ReignNotes
Hammir Singh 1326–1364He attacked Chittor in 1326 and re-took it from the Khiljis after the family lost it in 1303. Defeated Muhammad Bin Tughluq in SSingoli taking the sultan himself a prisoner of war.

Captured Ajmer, Ranthambor, Nagaur and Sopore. [4]

Kshetra Singh 1364–1382Hammir's son, he captured Madalgarh and Bundi, completely annexed Ajmer. He also defeated Amin Shah of Malwa at the "Battle of Bakrole" and inflicted heavy casualties. His death can actually by as late as 1405. [5]
Lakha Singh 1382–1421Khsetra's son, he was defeated multiple battles by Zafar Khan of Gujrat, but the territories were recovered. He rebuilt temples and shrines destroyed by Allaudin Khilji. [6]
Rana Mokal Singh.jpg Mokal Singh 1421–1433Lakha's son, he defeated the Sultan of Nagaur and Gujrat. Later the sultan of Gujrat invaded Mewar and during this invasion. He was assassinated by his uncles Chacha and Mera. [7]
Kumbha of Mewar.jpg Rana Kumbha 1433–1468Mokal's son, he first attacked and killed his fathers assassins. Defeated the Sultans of Nagaur, Gujarat and Malwa. Mewar became the strongest kingdom in North India. Built multiple strong forts in Mewar. [8]
Udai Singh I 1468–1473Kumbha' son, he assassinated his father and was then defeated by his brother. [9]
Rana Raimal 1473–1508Son of Kumbha, he killed his brother for assassinating his father. Fought against Malwa sultanate. [10] [11]
Depiction of king Rana Sanga.jpg Rana Sanga 1508–1527Raimal's son, defeated the Sultan of Gujrat, Malwa and Delhi. Under his rule Mewar reached its pinnacle in power and prosperity. Eventually defeated by Babur. [12] [13]
Ratan Singh II 1528–1531Sanga's son, defeated and killed by Bahadur Shah of Gujarat. [14]
Vikramaditya Singh 1531–1536Sanga's son, assassinated by his cousin Vanvir Singh. [15]
Vanvir Singh 1536–1540Usurper of the throne. Defeated and expelled by his cousin Udai Singh II. [16]
Rana-udai-singh-ii.jpg Udai Singh II 1540–1572Sanga's son, defeated Vanvir. Fought against Mughals and was defeated in Siege of Chittorgarh. [17] [18]
RajaRaviVarma MaharanaPratap.jpg Maharana Pratap 1572–1597Udai's son, notable for his military resistance against the Mughals. [19]
Raja Ravi Varma, Maharana Amar Singh - I.jpg Amar Singh I 1597–1620Pratap's son, notable for his struggle against Mughals. [20]
Karan Singh.jpg Karan Singh II 1620–1628Amar's son, maintained good relations with Mughals, built many temples, forts and strengthened existing ones. [21]
Jagat Singh I.jpg Jagat Singh I 1628–1652Karan's son, attempted to restore fort of Chittor but Shah Jahan blocked his attempt.
Painting of Maharana Raj Singh - I (1652 - 80).jpg Raj Singh I 1652–1680Jagat's son, fought and defeated Mughals many times. Regained territory and increased the wealth of the kingdom. Fought against Aurangzeb. Eventually poisoned by Aurangzeb's loyalists. [22] [23] [24]
Raja Ravi Varma, Maharana Jai Singh.jpg Jai Singh 1680–1698Raj's son, struggled to regain captured parts of Mewar from Mughals. [25]
Maharana Amar Singh II.jpg Amar Singh II 1698–1710Jai's son, invaded neighboring territories, formed an alliance against the Mughals with Jaipur and Marwar. Capitalized over a weak Mughal empire. [26]
Maharana Sangram Singh Riding a Prize Stallion.jpg Sangram Singh II 1710–1734Amar's son, defeated Ranabaaz Khan at the Battle of Bandanwara. Reestablished relations with a weak Mughal emperor.
Maharana Jagat Singh II.jpg Jagat Singh II 1734–1751Sangram's son, started paying Chauth to the Marathas. Heavily invested in placing Sawai Madho Singh on the throne of Jaipur, eventually bankrupting Mewar.
Brooklyn Museum - Maharaja Pratap Singh II of Mewar Hunting Boar.jpg Pratap Singh II 1751–1754Jagat's son.
Equestrian portrait of Maharana Raj Singh II.jpg Raj Singh II 1754–1762Pratap's son, paid heavy tribute to Maratha's, financially devastating Mewar.
Mewar Maharana Ari Singh.jpg Ari Singh II 1762–1772Raj's son, under him, Maratha's raided Mewar multiple times for not paying tribute.
Hamir Singh II 1772–1778Ari's son, underaged when became Rana and died.
Bhim Singh of Mewar.jpg Bhim Singh 1778–1828Hamir's brother, under him Mewar was repeatedly raided by Pindaris, Marwar and Jaipur fought for his daughter Krishna Kumari. Accepted sub ordinance of East India Company.
Maharana Jawan Singh.jpg Jawan Singh 1828–1838Bhim's son, abused alcohol, not interested in ruling Mewar. Mewar racked up a lot of debt under his rule.
Sardar Singh 1838–1842Jawan's son
Portrait of Sarup Singh with attendants (after William Carpenter). Udaipur, 1851, City Palace Museum, Udaipur. (cropped).jpg Swarup Singh 1842–1861Ruler during the Indian Rebellion of 1857.
Maharana Shambhu Singh throwing a javelin, By Tara, Mewar 1866.jpg Shambhu Singh 1861–1874Focused on reform of education and social reforms.
Maharana Sajjan Singh.jpg Sajjan Singh 1874–1884Shambhu's ruler.
Maharana Fateh Singh of Udaipur.jpg Fateh Singh 1884–1930Sajjan's son
Maharana Bhupal Singh.jpg Bhupal Singh 1930–1948

1948–1955
(titular)
Signed the Instrument of Accession to India, dissolving his kingdom into the India. Titular ruler from 1955
Titular Maharanas
Maharana of Udaipur Bhagwat Singh at Lake Palace on Lake Pichola in India.jpg Bhagwat Singh 1955–1984Lost the Privy Purse.
MS-Mewar.jpg Mahendra Singh 1984–presentPresent ruler

Chauhan dynasty (c. 551 – 1315 CE)

Chauhans originally known as Chahamanas is the Rajput dynasty. The earliest Chauhan dynasty was Chahamanas of Shakambhari that ruled territory known as Sambhar.

The ruling dynasties belonging to the Chauhan clan included

Chahamanas of Sambhar, Ajmer and Delhi (c. 551 – 1194 CE)

Following is a list of Chahamana rulers of Shakambhari, Ajmer and Delhi with approximate period of reign, as estimated historian by R. B. Singh: [27]

Serial no.Regnal namesReign (CE)Notes
1 King Chahamana (Unknown)Ancient founder of Chahamana clan.
2 Vasu-deva c. 551 CE (disputed)First known ruler of the dynasty. He ruled the Sapadalaksha region and made Shakambhari (modern Sambhar) as capital.
3 Samanta-raja 684–709Identified as the ancient King Manik Rai by R. B. Singh.
4 Nara-deva 709–721Naradeva was succeeded by his brother Ajayaraja I.
5 Ajaya-raja I 721–734According to Prithviraja Vijaya, he was a great warrior who defeated several enemies.
6 Vigraha-raja I 734–759He achieved military successes upon neighbouring kingdom.
7 Chandra-raja I 759–771Chandraraja I was a son of the Chahamana king Vigraharaja I. He was succeeded by his brother Gopendraraja.
8 Gopendra-raja 771–784The Prabandha-Kosha states that Gopendra defeated Arab invader Muhammad bin Qasim in a battle.
9 Durlabha-raja I 784–809He achieved military success against the Pala Empire king Dharmapala as a vassal of the Pratihara emperor Vatsaraja.
10 Govinda-raja I alias Guvaka I809–836The Harsha stone inscription suggests that he was a vassal the Pratihara emperor Nagabhata II.
11 Chandra-raja II 836–863He was succeeded by his son Govindaraja II.
12 Govindaraja II alias Guvaka II863–890The Harsha stone inscription describes Govinda II as a warrior. He married his sister to Pratihara emperor Mihira Bhoja.
13 Chandana-raja 890–917According to the Harsha stone inscription, Chandana defeated a Tomara ruler named Rudra

(Chandrapala).

14 Vakpati-raja 917–944His younger son established the Naddula Chahamana branch in 950 CE.
15 Simha-raja 944–971He was the first independent ruler of dynasty. He had assume the title of Maharajadhiraja .
16 Vigraha-raja II 971–998He joined an alliance formed by the ruler of Lahore against the Ghaznavid ruler Sabuktigin.
17 Durlabha-raja II 998–1012He assumed the title Maharajadhiraja. He joined a confederacy of Hindu kings to support Anandapala in

Battle of Chach against invasion Mahmud of Ghazni in 1008 CE.

18 Govinda-raja III 1012–1026The Prabandha Kosha states that he defeated Mahmud of Ghazni badly.
19 Vakpati-raja II 1026–1040Later texts claimed that he defeated Bhoja, the Paramara king of Malwa.
20 Viryarama 1040 (few months) Paramara king Bhoja attacked Chahamana kingdom and defeated him.
21 Chamunda-raja 1040–1065He have defeated a Muslim army led by a Ghaznavid Sultan or general.
22 Durlabha-raja III alias Duśala1065–1070He conquered military successes upon neighbouring kingdom.
23 Vigraha-raja III alias Visala1070–1090He defeated Shahab-ud-Din (general of Ibrahim of Ghazna).
24 Prithvi-raja I 1090–1110After defeating Muslim invaders he adopted titles as Parama-bhattaraka Maharajadhiraja Parameshvara.
25 Ajaya-raja II 1110–1135He founded the city of Ajmer and moved his capital there.
26 Arno-raja alias Ana1135–1150His title as Maharajadhiraja-Parameshvara.
27 Jagad-deva 1150Some sources claimed that he ascended Chahamana throne after killing his father.
28 Vigraha-raja IV alias Visaladeva1150–1164The Chahaman kingdom reached its zenith under him.
29 Apara-gangeya 1164–1165He have ascended the throne as a minor, and ruled for a very short period.
30 Prithvi-raja II 1165–1169He probably died heirless, so he was succeeded by his uncle Someshvara.
31 Someshvara 1169–1178He adopted title of Pratāpalaṃkeśvara.
32 Prithviraja III Rai Pithora1177–1192Last effective ruler of the dynasty who was defeated in the Second Battle of Tarain against Muhammad of Ghor in 1192 CE.
33 Govinda-raja IV 1192Ghurid vassal who later established the Chahamana branch of Ranastambhapura in 1192 CE.
34 Hari-raja 1193–1194Last ruler of Chauhan dynasty branch of Ajmer.

Chahamanas of Naddula (c. 950 – 1197 CE)

Following is a list of Chahmana rulers of Naddula, with approximate period of reign, as estimated by R. B. Singh:

List of Chauhan rulers of Naddula
Serial no.KingsReign (CE)
1 Lakshmana 950–982
2 Shobhita 982–986
3 Baliraja 986–990
4 Vigrahapala 990–994
5 Mahindra 994–1015
6 Ashvapala 1015–1019
7 Ahila 1019–1024
8 Anahilla 1024–1055
9 Balaprasada 1055–1070
10 Jendraraja 1070–1080
11 Prithvipala 1080–1090
12 Jojalladeva 1090–1110
13 Asharaja 1110–1119
14 Ratnapala 1119–1132
15 Rayapala 1132–1145
16 Katukaraja 1145–1148
17 Alhanadeva 1148–1163
18 Kelhanadeva 1163–1193
19 Jayatasimha 1193–1197

Chahamanas of Jalor (c. 1160 – 1311 CE)

The Chahamana rulers of the Jalor branch, with their estimated periods of reign, are as follows: [28]

Virama-deva (1311 CE) was last ruler of dynasty, crowned during the Siege of Jalore, but died 212 days later. [29] [30]

List of Chauhan rulers of Jalor
Serial no.KingsReign (CE)
1 Kirti-pala 1160–1182
2 Samara-simha 1182–1204
3 Udaya-simha 1204–1257
4 Chachiga-deva 1257–1282
5 Samanta-simha 1282–1305
6 Kanhada-deva 1292–1311
7 Virama-deva 1311

Chahamanas of Ranastambhapura (c. 1192 – 1301 CE)

List of Chauhan rulers of Ranastambhapura
Serial no.KingsReign (CE)
1 Govinda-raja 1192
2Balhana-deva
3Prahlada-deva
4Viranarayana
5Vagabhata
6Jaitra-simha
7Shakti-deva
8 Hammira-deva 1283–1311

Kachwaha dynasty (c. 966 – 1949 CE)

Kachwahas king Sorha Dev and Dulha Rao defeated Meena of Dhundhar kingdom between 950 and 966 CE and established Kingdom of Amber. [31]

List of Kachwaha rulers of Dhoondar

He was the last ruler of Kachawa dynasty, he annexed Jaipur State with Union of India in 1949 CE. [36] [37]

Titular rulers

Titles were abolished in 1971 according to the 26th amendment to the Indian Constitution.

Bhati dynasty (c. 600 – 1949 CE)

Bhati dynasty ruled present Jaisalmer from 600s CE.

Early rulers
Rawals
Maharawals
Titular kings

Jadaun dynasty (c. – 1947 CE)

Jadaun dynasty ruled over Karauli.

Rathore dynasty of Marwar (c. 1226 – 1950 CE)

Rathore rulers of Pali and Mandore (c. 1226 – 1438 CE)

Rulers-
NameNotesReign beganReign ended
1Rao SihaHe conquered Pali and became the first rao of the Rathore dynasty in Marwar. He died in the battle of Lakha Jhawar (1273) against Sultan Ghaus ud-din Balban.12261273
2Rao AsthanConquered Kher from the Gohils and Idar from the Bhils. He died in battle against Jalaludin Khilji.12731292
3Rao DoohadHe conquered more than 140 villages. He was killed in battle against the Parihars.12921309
4Rao RaipalHe avenged his father by killing the ruler of the Parihars. During a famine in Marwar he distributed his own personal grains to the people.13091313
5Rao KanhapalHe suffered raids from the Turko-Afgan tribes and was killed in action defending his lands.13131323
6Rao JalansiHe defeated the Sodhas. He took the turban of the Sodha chief to mark his supremacy in the region.13231328
7Rao Chado13281344
8Rao TidaHe was killed in battle against the sultan of Delhi.13441357
9Rao Kanha Dev13571374
10Rao Viram DevHe died in battle against the Johiyas.13741383
11Rao ChandraHe conquered Mandore from the Turks in 1406. He further conquered the areas of Nagaur, Sambhar, Khatu, Nadol and Ajmer. He was killed in battle against Salim Shah of Multhan.13831424
12Rao KanhaFought battles with his brothers. Died young in Mandore.14241427
13Rao Ranmal He consolidated his rule with the help of the Sisodias of Mewar. He was later assassinated on the orders of Rana Kumbha.14271438

Rathore rulers of Jodhpur (c. 1459 – 1950 CE)

Rulers-
NameNotesReign beganReign ended
1Rao Jodha Fought Rana Kumbha and reclaimed his lands. He later founded the city of Jodhpur and made it his capital. He subjugated the states of Jalore and Bundi and annexed Ajmer, Sambhar and Mohilavati.12 May 14386 April 1489
2Rao Satal Died from wounds after saving 140 women from Afghan raiders.6 April 1489March 1492
3Rao Suja March 14922 October 1515
4Rao Biram Singh Son of Bagha2 October 15158 November 1515
5Rao Ganga Assisted Rana Sanga in his campaigns against the Sultans of India.8 November 15159 May 1532
6 Rao Maldeo Successfully repelled the invasions of Sher Shah Suri. Called as one of the most potent rulers of Hindustan by Ferishta.9 May 15327 November 1562
7 Rao Chandra Sen He defended his kingdom for nearly two decades against relentless attacks from the Mughal Empire.7 November 15621581
8 Raja Udai Singh Mota RajaHe was the father in law of Jahangir and got married his daughter Mani Bai married to him, later on who became parents of Shah Jahan [38] 4 August 158311 July 1595
9 Sawai Raja Suraj-Mal 11 July 15957 September 1619
10 Maharaja Gaj Singh I The first to take the title Maharaja by himself7 September 16196 May 1638
11 Maharaja Jaswant Singh He fought Aurangzeb in the Battle of Dharmatpur.6 May 163828 December 1678
12 Maharaja Ajit Singh Became Maharaja of Marwar after 25 years of war with Aurangzeb. Durgadas Rathore played a key role in the war.19 February 167924 June 1724
13 Raja Indra Singh Installed in opposition to Maharaja Ajit Singh by Emperor Aurangzeb but unpopular with people of Marwar9 June 16794 August 1679
14 Maharaja Abhai Singh Defeated Sarbuland Khan and occupied all of Gujarat for a short time.24 June 172418 June 1749
15 Maharaja Ram Singh First reign18 June 1749July 1751
16 Maharaja Bakht Singh He was the general of the Marwari forces against Sarbuland Khan and defeated him. In the Battle of Gangwana he defeated a combined army of Mughals and Kachwahas.July 175121 September 1752
17 Maharaja Vijay Singh First reign21 September 175231 January 1753
18 Maharaja Ram Singh Second reign31 January 1753September 1772
19 Maharaja Vijay Singh Second reign – Was defeated by Mahadji Scindia and forced to surrender the fort and city of Ajmer.September 177217 July 1793
20 Maharaja Bhim Singh 17 July 179319 October 1803
21 Maharaja Man Singh Entered into treaty relations with the British on 6 January 1818.19 October 18034 September 1843
22 Maharaja Sir Takht Singh Not in the direct line, but a great-great-great-grandson of Ajit Singh. Formerly Regent of Ahmednagar.4 September 184313 February 1873
23 Maharaja Sir Jaswant Singh II Kaisar-i-Hind 13 February 187311 October 1895
24 Maharaja Sir Sardar Singh Colonel in the British Indian Army11 October 189520 March 1911
25 Maharaja Sir Sumair Singh Colonel in the British Indian Army20 March 19113 October 1918
26 Maharaja Sir Umaid Singh Lieutenant-General in the British Indian Army3 October 19189 June 1947
27 Maharaja Sir Hanwant Singh Ruler of Marwar (Jodhpur) until accession to the Union of India in 1949; died on 26 January 19529 June 19477 April 1949
28 (titular) Maharaja Gaj Singh II of Jodhpur Became head of the House on 26 January 195226 January 1952Present

[39]

Rathore dynasty of Bikaner (c. 1465 – 1947 CE)

Rulers–
NameReign Began (in CE)Reign Ended (in CE)Notes
1 Rao Bika 14651504First ruler of dynasty and founder of Bikaner city.
2 Rao Narayan Singh 15041505
3 Rao Luna Karana (Lon-Karan)15051526
4 Rao Jait Singh (Jetasi)15261542
5 Rao Kalyan Mal 15421574Acknowledged the suzerainty of Emperor Akbar at Nagaur in November 1570
6 Rao Rai Singh I (Rai Rai Singh)15741612Important general in the Mughal army like Raja Man Singh I of Amber
7 Rai Dalpat Singh (Dalip)16121613
8 Rai Surat Singh Bhuratiya 16131631
9 Rao Karan Singh (Jangalpat Badhshah)16311667Deposed by Emperor Aurangzeb for dereliction of duty at Attock, 11 January 1667. Exiled to his betel gardens at Karanpura in the Deccan.
10 Anup Singh 16691698To be the first to be granted the title "Maharaja" by Emperor Aurangzeb. Served in the Deccan campaign at Salher in 1672, Bijapur in 1675, and the siege of Golconda in 1687. He was administrator of Aurangabad from 1677 to 1678, 'Hakim' of Adoni in 1678, Imtiazgarh and Adoni from 1689 to 1693, and of Nusratabad and Sukkar from 1693 to 1698 CE.
11 Rao Sarup Singh 16981700He died from smallpox at Adoni in the Deccan on 15 December 1700.
12 Rao Sujan Singh 17001735Ordered to attend Emperor Aurangzeb in the Deccan, where he remained for ten years. Faced invasions from Maharaja Abhai Singh of Jodhpur and Maharaja Bakht Singh of Nagaur, but successfully repulsed both.
13 Rao Zorawar Singh 17351746
14 Rao Gaj Singh 17461787The first of his line granted permission to mint his own coinage by Emperor Alamgir II.
15 Rao Rai Singh II (Raj Singh)17871787
16 Rao Pratap Singh 17871787Reigned under the Regency of his uncle Surat Singh who poisoned him to assume the throne.
17 Rao Surat Singh 17871828He incurred huge debts due to his military adventures which had reduced his state to near anarchy. Entered the protection of the East India Company with a subsidiary alliance on 9 March 1818.
18 Rao Ratan Singh 18281851Received the hereditary title of Narendra Maharaja from Emperor Akbar Shah II and assisted the British by furnishing them with supplies during the First Afghan War of 1841.
19 Rao Sardar Singh 18511872Assisted the British during the Indian Uprising of 1857 and served in person during many of the battles. Removed the name of the Mughal Emperor from his coinage, replacing the words with Aurang Arya Hind wa Queen Victoria.
20 Dungar Singh 18721887Assisted the British during the Second Afghan War.
21 Ganga Singh 18871943Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha) for Bikaner, 1952–1977. On 28 December 1971, India amended its Constitution to remove the position of the rulers of princely states and their right to receive privy-purse payments, thus making him the last ruler of Bikaner. Imperial Conferences and at the League of Nations.
22 Sadul Singh 19431947Signed the Instrument of Accession to the Dominion of India on 7 August 1947. Merged his state into the present state of Rajasthan, India on 30 March 1949.
23 Karni Singh 19471971First titular ruler.

Sinsinwar Jat dynasty (c. 1683 – 1947 CE)

Rulers-
Sinsinwar Jats of Bharatpur & Deeg (1683–1947)
RulerYears
Raja Ram Sinsinwar 1683–1688
Churaman 1695–1721
Muhkam Singh 1721–1722
Badan Singh 1722–1755
Suraj Mal 1755–1763
Jawahar Singh 1764–1768
Ratan Singh 1768–1769
Kehri Singh1769–1778
Ranjit Singh 1778–1805
Randhir Singh 1805–1823
Baldeo Singh 1823–1825
Balwant Singh 1825–1853
Jaswant Singh 1853–1893
Ram Singh 1893–1900
Kishan Singh 1918–1929
Brijendra Singh 1929–1947

Gaur dynasty (c. 550 -1947)

Jhala dynasty of Jhalawar (c. 1838-1949)

List of Jhala dynasty rulers of Jhalawar
Serial No.Maharaj-RanaReign (CE)Notes
1Maharaj Rana Madan Singh8 Apr 1838 – 1845
2Maharaj Rana Prithvi Singh1845 – 29 Aug 1875
3Maharaj Rana Zalim Singh II29 Aug 1875 – 1 Jan 1899
4HH Maharaj Rana Sir Bhawani Singh1 Jan 1899 – 13 Apr 1929
5HH Maharaj Rana Sir Rajendra Singh13 Apr 1929 - 2 Sep 1943
6HH Maharaj Rana Sir Harish Chandra Singh2 Sep 1943 – 15 Aug 1947

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