Rajasthan SET 2026

Rajasthan State Eligibility Test (SET) 2026 is conducted by the Department of College Education, Government of Rajasthan, to determine the eligibility of candidates for Assistant Professor positions in colleges and universities across Rajasthan. The exam is conducted for various subjects including Banking and related disciplines. Candidates who qualify this test become eligible for appointment as Assistant Professors in government and aided colleges in Rajasthan. The test follows UGC-NET pattern and is valid for recruitment in the state's higher education institutions. Successful candidates receive a certificate of eligibility which is mandatory for assistant professor positions in the state.

Typical / Indicative Timeline

Typical / Indicative Vacancies

Rajasthan SET is an eligibility test and does not have fixed vacancies. However, typical assistant professor positions filled annually:

Educational Qualification

• Master's Degree in Banking, Commerce, Business Administration, Economics or related subject from a recognized university with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates)
• Candidates pursuing final year of Master's degree can also apply
• For ITI background candidates, relevant Master's degree in related stream is mandatory
• NET/SLET/SET qualified candidates preferred but not mandatory for application

Age Limit

Typical / Indicative Age Criteria

Relaxation Table

Nationality

• Indian Citizens only
• Candidates must be domiciled in Rajasthan or willing to work in Rajasthan state institutions

1. Visit the official Rajasthan SET portal at rsetraj.in or the designated examination authority website
2. Click on 'New Registration' and create account using valid email ID and mobile number
3. Complete registration by entering basic details and generate Registration ID
4. Login using Registration ID and password
5. Fill the online application form with personal, educational and contact details
6. Upload scanned documents: photograph (50KB), signature (20KB), educational certificates (100KB each)
7. Select examination center preference from available cities
8. Preview the completely filled application form
9. Pay application fee through online mode (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI)
10. Submit the application and download confirmation page
11. Take printout of application form for future reference

Application Fees

Typical / Indicative Fee Structure

Payment Mode: Online only (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI)

1. Paper I (Compulsory): General aptitude test covering teaching and research aptitude, reasoning, comprehension, divergent thinking and general awareness - qualifying in nature with minimum 40% marks required

1. Paper II (Subject Specific): Specialized paper in Banking/Commerce/Business stream testing in-depth subject knowledge, concepts, theories and applications

1. Merit List Preparation: Final merit list prepared based on combined performance in Paper I and Paper II with separate category-wise cutoffs

1. Certificate Verification: Shortlisted candidates required to submit original documents for verification including educational certificates, caste certificate, domicile certificate

1. Eligibility Certificate Issuance: Successful candidates issued SET Eligibility Certificate valid for lifetime for assistant professor appointments in Rajasthan

Paper I - General Aptitude (Compulsory)

Paper II - Banking/Commerce Subject

Negative Marking: No negative marking in Rajasthan SET

Qualifying Marks: Minimum 40% marks (35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD) in aggregate of both papers required

Paper I - Teaching & Research Aptitude

• Teaching aptitude: Teaching methods, evaluation systems, student characteristics
• Research methodology: Research methods, sampling, hypothesis, research ethics
• Communication skills: Verbal and non-verbal, barriers to communication
• Logical reasoning: Deductive and inductive reasoning, analogies, series
• Data interpretation: Tables, graphs, charts, statistical analysis
• Information and Communication Technology (ICT): Digital initiatives, e-learning platforms
• People and environment: Sustainable development, biodiversity, climate change
• Higher education system: Governance, accreditation, quality assurance in India

Paper II - Banking & Finance

Unit 1: Banking Theory and Practice

• Evolution of banking in India, Banking Regulation Act
• Functions of commercial banks, RBI functions and monetary policy
• Credit creation, CRR, SLR, Repo Rate concepts
• Types of bank accounts and deposits
• Banking innovations and products

Unit 2: Financial Management

• Capital budgeting techniques
• Working capital management
• Cost of capital and capital structure
• Dividend policies and theories
• Financial statement analysis and ratios

Unit 3: Banking Laws & Regulations

• Negotiable Instruments Act
• Banking Regulation Act 1949
• RBI Act 1934
• SARFAESI Act, Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code
• Consumer protection in banking

Unit 4: International Banking

• Foreign exchange management
• International banking operations
• Trade finance and documentary credits
• Cross-border payments and SWIFT
• Basel norms and compliance

Unit 5: Banking Technology

• Core Banking Solutions (CBS)
• Digital banking channels: Internet banking, mobile banking, UPI
• Payment systems: NEFT, RTGS, IMPS
• Cybersecurity in banking
• Blockchain and fintech innovations

Unit 6: Risk Management

• Credit risk assessment and management
• Market risk and operational risk
• Asset Liability Management (ALM)
• Non-Performing Assets (NPA) management
• Risk mitigation strategies

Unit 7: Current Banking Developments

• Banking sector reforms in India
• Financial inclusion initiatives
• Priority sector lending norms
• Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana and other schemes
• Emerging trends in Indian banking sector

Typical / Indicative Salary Structure for Assistant Professor

Additional Benefits: Professional Development Allowance, Medical reimbursement, Leave Travel Allowance (LTA), Children Education Allowance, Pension benefits under NPS, Annual increment approximately ₹1,700-₹1,800

Assistant Professors in Rajasthan colleges progress through Academic Pay Levels with promotions to Associate Professor (Level 12, ₹1,31,400) after 4-5 years and Professor (Level 13, ₹1,44,200) after 10-12 years based on API scores, publications and service record. Additional career advancement possible through administrative positions like Head of Department, Principal and Director roles in higher education institutions across the state.

Admit cards for Rajasthan SET 2026 will be released approximately 2-3 weeks before the examination date on the official portal. Candidates must download the admit card using their Registration ID and Date of Birth, and no physical copies will be sent by post. The admit card contains examination center details, reporting time, candidate photograph and important instructions which must be carried to the exam center along with valid photo ID proof.

Results for Rajasthan SET 2026 are typically declared within 6-8 weeks after the examination date on the official website. The result displays category-wise cutoff marks and candidates can check their scorecard and qualifying status using registration credentials. Qualified candidates receive eligibility certificates which are dispatched within 2-3 months of result declaration and remain valid for lifetime for assistant professor appointments in Rajasthan.

Typical / Indicative Cutoff Trends: Rajasthan SET cutoff marks vary by subject and category, with general category candidates typically requiring 50-55% aggregate marks (80-88 out of 160 in Paper I and Paper II combined). SC/ST candidates generally qualify with 40-45% marks (64-72 out of 160), while OBC candidates need approximately 45-50% marks (72-80 out of 160). Banking and Commerce subjects usually have moderate to high cutoffs due to competitive candidate pool.

North: Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Ajmer, Bikaner, Udaipur, Alwar, Bharatpur, Sikar

West: Barmer, Jaisalmer, Pali, Sirohi

South: Bhilwara, Chittorgarh, Banswara, Dungarpur

East: Jhalawar, Baran, Sawai Madhopur, Karauli, Dholpur

Central: Tonk, Nagaur, Dausa

Candidates can select their preferred examination center during online application, subject to availability and allocation by the conducting authority.