Rajasthan RSSB CET Graduate Level 2026: Notification Out, Eligibility, Exam Pattern & Apply Online Form

📌 Quick Job Overview

• Exam Conducting Body: Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB-Jaipur)

• Examination Name: Rajasthan Common Eligibility Test (CET) Graduate Level 2026

• Advertisement Number: Advt. No. 09/2026

• Category: State Level Eligibility / Screening Test

• Application Mode: Online via SSO Portal (sso.rajasthan.gov.in)

• Application Window: 04 July 2026 to 02 August 2026

• CET Score Validity: 1 Year from the Date of Result Declaration

• Job Location: Across Rajasthan State

• Official Website: rsmssb.rajasthan.gov.in

📅 Critical Timelines & Dates

📊 Participating Departments & Eligible Services Under CET Graduate Level

The CET Graduate Level score card is mandatory to qualify for upcoming main recruitment drives released by RSSB for the following posts:

🛡️ Eligibility Benchmarks (Age & Academic Standards)

1. Age Cut-off Criteria (Calculated as of 01 January 2027)

• Minimum Age: 18 Years (21 Years for certain executive posts like Platoon Commander).

• Maximum Age: 40 Years.

• Permissible Age Relaxations (As per Rajasthan State Norms):

  • SC / ST / OBC / MBC / EWS Male Candidates (Rajasthan Domicile): 5 Years Upper Age Relaxation.

  • General / EWS Female Candidates: 5 Years Upper Age Relaxation.

  • SC / ST / OBC / MBC Female Candidates (Rajasthan Domicile): 10 Years Upper Age Relaxation.

  • Ex-Servicemen Candidates: Upper age limit relaxed up to 50 years.

2. Educational Qualifications

• Academic Threshold: Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation in any discipline) from a recognized University in India or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government.

• Final Year Candidates: Students appearing in the final year/semester of their graduation degree are also eligible to apply, provided they submit proof of passing before appearing in the secondary/main post-specific recruitment exams.

💸 Pay Scale & Career Progression Overview

Candidates who qualify the CET Graduate Level exam will be eligible to appear for specific departmental recruitment examinations. Appointed personnel receive competitive pay structures under the 7th Pay Commission Matrix:

• Level 10 Posts (e.g., Platoon Commander, Junior Accountant, VDO): Basic Pay starting around ₹33,800 + DA, HRA, and medical allowances.

• Level 8 / Level 5 Posts (e.g., Patwari, Hostel Superintendent): Basic Pay ranging between ₹20,800 to ₹25,500 + statutory state allowances.

• Probation Period: Newly recruited candidates undergo a 2-year mandatory probation period during which a fixed monthly remuneration is paid as per Rajasthan Civil Services Rules.

🎯 Detailed Selection Architecture & Exam Pattern

The CET Graduate Level consists of a single objective-type written examination. Qualifying this written test grants candidates an official CET Scorecard valid for one year.

Written Examination Scheme:

• Mode of Exam: Offline OMR-based Examination

• Question Format: Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

• Total Number of Questions: 150 Questions

• Maximum Marks: 300 Marks

• Duration: 3 Hours (180 Minutes)

• Marking Weightage: 2 Marks awarded for each correct response.

• ⚠️ Negative Marking: 1/3rd Mark (0.66 Marks) will be deducted for every incorrect response.

Detailed Syllabus Subject Breakdown:

1. History, Art, Culture, Heritage & Tradition of Rajasthan: Famous monuments, folk music/dance, historical dynasties, freedom movement.

2. Indian & Rajasthan Geography: Physical features, climate, soil, rivers, wildlife sanctuaries, mineral resources, population demographics.

3. Indian Polity & Administration with Special Emphasis on Rajasthan: Constitutional structure, Governor, Chief Minister, High Court, State Election Commission, Panchayati Raj System.

4. Economy of India & Rajasthan: Major agricultural and industrial development schemes, state budgeting, economic indicators.

5. Everyday Science & General Technology: Basic Physics, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Space & Defense Tech, Ecosystems.

6. Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude & Mental Ability: Linear/Quadratic equations, Percentages, Profit & Loss, Ratio, Vedic Mathematics, Logical Reasoning.

7. General Hindi & General English: Grammar, Sandhi, Samas, Antonyms/Synonyms, One-word substitution, Official Glossary, Translation.

8. Basic Computer Knowledge: Hardware/Software fundamentals, Operating System basics, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Internet navigation.

9. Current Affairs: State, National, and International events, sports achievements, major government schemes.

💳 Application Fee Details (One Time Registration – OTR)

Rajasthan RSSB follows the One-Time Registration (OTR) fee structure. Candidates who have already paid the OTR fee in previous RSSB recruitment applications are exempted from paying again.

• General Category / Creamy Layer OBC / Other State Candidates: ₹600/-

• Non-Creamy Layer OBC / EWS / MBC Candidates (Rajasthan Domicile): ₹400/-

• SC / ST / PwBD / PH Candidates (Rajasthan Domicile): ₹400/-

• Form Correction Modification Fee: ₹300/-

• Payment Channels: Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or E-Mitra Kiosk.

📝 Step-by-Step Online Application Guide

Follow these verified steps to submit your application form on the official SSO portal:

1. Access the SSO Portal: Navigate to sso.rajasthan.gov.in and log in using your SSO ID and password.

2. Complete OTR (If New User): Under the Recruitment Portal section, click on One-Time Registration (OTR). Enter your Aadhaar/Jan-Aadhaar details or 10th Marksheet details to generate your verified profile.

3. Select Ongoing Recruitment: Locate “Common Eligibility Test (Graduate Level) 2026” under the active notifications list and click Apply Now.

4. Verify Personal & Academic Data: Check your auto-populated profile data, enter your operational contact number, active email ID, and present address.

5. Upload Required Documents: Upload recent passport photographs and signature according to official dimension rules.

6. Pay Examination Fee: Submit the OTR fee (if not paid previously) through the online payment gateway.

7. Final Submission: Cross-check the preview screen carefully, hit Final Submit, and download/print your Application Form containing your unique Application ID.

📸 Document Scanning & Photo Guidelines:

• Passport Photograph: Color photograph taken against a light/white background (Size: 50 KB – 100 KB in JPEG/JPG format).

• Signature: Clear running hand signature in dark ink on clean white paper (Size: 20 KB – 50 KB in JPEG/JPG format).

• ID Proof: Aadhaar Card, Jan-Aadhaar, Voter ID, or Driving License.

⚠️ Crucial Guidelines & General Instructions

• Valid Application ID: Your registration is considered complete only when an official Application ID is generated on your confirmation screen.

• Shortlisting Criteria for Main Exams: RSSB typically shortlists candidates for post-specific main examinations based on 15 times the total advertised vacancies in each category based on CET merit scores.

• Multiple Submissions Prohibited: Submit only one form per SSO profile. Duplicate or fraudulent entries will result in total rejection.