REET Mains 3rd Grade Teacher Result 2026
Job Description
Eligibility
How to Apply
Overview
REET (Rajasthan Eligibility Examination for Teachers) Mains for 3rd Grade Teacher is conducted by the Board of Secondary Education Rajasthan (BSER) to recruit eligible candidates for Level-2 (Classes 6-8) teaching positions in Government schools across Rajasthan. This examination is the second stage after REET, specifically designed to assess subject knowledge and teaching aptitude for upper primary level teachers. Candidates who qualify REET Mains become eligible for appointment as 3rd Grade Teachers in various subjects like Mathematics, Science, Social Science, English, Hindi, and Sanskrit in Rajasthan Government schools. The examination follows a two-tier selection process with REET qualifying exam followed by REET Mains. Successful candidates are appointed on a state-wide basis across various districts of Rajasthan with attractive salary packages as per 7th Pay Commission norms.
Important Dates
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | January 2026 (Expected) |
| Application Start Date | January 2026 (Expected) |
| Application Last Date | February 2026 (Expected) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | February 2026 (Expected) |
| Admit Card Release | March 2026 (Expected) |
| REET Mains Exam Date | April 2026 (Expected) |
| Result Declaration | May 2026 (Expected) |
Note: Dates are indicative and subject to official notification from BSER Rajasthan
Vacancy Details
Vacancy Details (Typical / Indicative)
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 8,500 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 2,800 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 2,100 |
| OBC (Other Backward Classes) | 5,600 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 1,500 |
| Total | 20,500 |
Note: Actual vacancies will be notified by BSER and may vary subject-wise and district-wise
Eligibility
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Essential: Graduation (BA/BSc/BCom) with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates) from a recognized university
- Professional Qualification: Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) with minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved categories) OR equivalent teaching qualification recognized by NCTE
- REET Qualification: Candidates must have qualified REET Level-2 examination
- Subject Proficiency: Graduation and B.Ed should include the subject for which applying (for subject teachers)
- Language Requirement: Working knowledge of Hindi written in Devanagari script and knowledge of Rajasthani culture
Age Limit
| Particulars | Age Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age | 35 years |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST candidates | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates | 3 years |
| EWS candidates | As per government rules |
| PwD (Persons with Disabilities) | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per service + 3 years |
| Women candidates (General) | No additional relaxation |
| Rajasthan State residents | As per state government policy |
Age calculated as on 01 January 2026
Nationality
- Candidate must be a citizen of India
- Domicile of Rajasthan state is mandatory for applying to REET Mains examination
How to Apply
How to Apply
- Visit Official Website: Go to the official REET portal at rajeduboard.rajasthan.gov.in or reetbser2026.in
- Registration: Click on 'REET Mains 2026 Application' link and register using valid mobile number and email ID
- Fill Application Form: Complete the online application form with personal details, educational qualifications, REET roll number, subject preference, and exam center choice
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of photograph (10-50 KB), signature (5-20 KB), REET certificate, graduation marksheet, B.Ed certificate in JPG/PNG format as per specifications
- Pay Application Fee: Pay the application fee through online mode (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI)
- Verify Details: Review all entered information carefully before final submission
- Submit Application: Click on final submit button and note down the application number
- Download Confirmation: Take printout of application form and fee receipt for future reference
Application Fees
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR/OBC/EWS (Male) | ₹550 |
| UR/OBC/EWS (Female) | ₹450 |
| SC/ST (Male) | ₹350 |
| SC/ST (Female) | ₹250 |
| PwD Candidates | ₹100 |
Fees include application processing charges and examination charges. No refund once submitted.
Selection Process
Selection Process
- REET Qualifying Examination: Candidates must have qualified REET Level-2 examination conducted by BSER as a prerequisite. This is the basic eligibility requirement for appearing in REET Mains.
- REET Mains Written Examination: Candidates appear for a comprehensive written exam testing subject knowledge, pedagogy, teaching aptitude, and general awareness. This is the main selection examination with negative marking for wrong answers.
- Document Verification: Candidates who clear REET Mains cutoff are called for document verification where original certificates related to educational qualifications, age proof, caste certificate, domicile, REET certificate, and other relevant documents are verified by the department.
- Medical Examination: Shortlisted candidates undergo medical fitness examination to ensure they meet the physical and mental health standards required for teaching profession as per government norms.
- Merit List Preparation: Final merit list is prepared based on REET Mains marks subject to satisfactory document verification and medical fitness. Appointment offers are issued as per merit within category and subject-wise vacancies.
- Appointment and Training: Selected candidates receive appointment letters and must join within stipulated time. They undergo mandatory teacher induction training before regular posting in schools across Rajasthan.
Exam Pattern
REET Mains Exam Pattern
REET Mains Examination (Single Paper)
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 | 2 hours 30 minutes (150 minutes) |
| Language-I (Hindi) | 30 | 30 | |
| Language-II (English/Sanskrit/Urdu/Punjabi/Sindhi) | 30 | 30 | |
| Subject Knowledge (Mathematics/Science/Social Science/Language) | 60 | 60 | |
| Total | 150 | 150 | 150 minutes |
Marking Scheme
- Total Questions: 150 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Total Marks: 150 marks
- Marks per Question: 1 mark for each correct answer
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer
- Exam Mode: Offline OMR-based examination
- Question Type: Objective type multiple choice questions with four options
- Language Medium: Questions available in Hindi and English (except language papers)
Candidates must choose their subject specialization at the time of application: Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Hindi, English, or Sanskrit
Syllabus
REET Mains Syllabus
Child Development and Pedagogy
- Child Development (Primary School Child): Growth and development, principles of child development, influence of heredity and environment
- Concept of Inclusive Education: Understanding diverse learners, addressing learning difficulties, differently-abled learners
- Learning and Pedagogy: How children learn, teaching-learning processes, National Curriculum Framework 2005
- Individual Differences: Understanding individual differences based on diverse backgrounds, language, caste, gender, community, religion
- Assessment for Learning: Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation, formative and summative assessment
- Learner Psychology: Cognition, motivation, emotions, personality development
- Educational Psychology: Theories of learning, memory, attention, intelligence
Language-I (Hindi)
- अपठित गद्यांश और पद्यांश (Unseen prose and poetry passages)
- हिंदी व्याकरण: संज्ञा, सर्वनाम, विशेषण, क्रिया, काल, वाच्य, अलंकार, समास, संधि
- शब्द रचना, वाक्य रचना, मुहावरे और लोकोक्तियाँ
- हिंदी साहित्य: प्रमुख कवि और लेखक, साहित्यिक विधाएं
- भाषा शिक्षण विधियाँ (Language teaching methods)
- भाषा कौशल विकास: सुनना, बोलना, पढ़ना, लिखना
Language-II (English/Sanskrit/Other)
English:
- Unseen passage comprehension
- Grammar: Articles, tenses, voice, narration, prepositions, conjunctions, sentence structure
- Vocabulary: Synonyms, antonyms, one-word substitution, idioms and phrases
- Prose and poetry from prescribed textbooks
- Pedagogy of language development and teaching methods
Sanskrit:
- अपठित गद्यांश, संधि, समास, उपसर्ग, प्रत्यय, कारक, वाच्य परिवर्तन
- शब्द रूप, धातु रूप, काल, वाक्य शुद्धि
- संस्कृत साहित्य का सामान्य परिचय
Subject Knowledge (Choose One)
Mathematics:
- Number System: Real numbers, rational and irrational numbers, operations
- Algebra: Polynomials, linear equations, quadratic equations, arithmetic and geometric progressions
- Geometry: Lines, angles, triangles, quadrilaterals, circles, constructions, Pythagoras theorem
- Mensuration: Area and perimeter of 2D figures, surface area and volume of 3D figures
- Statistics and Probability: Data handling, mean, median, mode, probability concepts
- Trigonometry: Trigonometric ratios, identities, heights and distances
- Coordinate Geometry: Cartesian plane, distance formula, section formula
- Pedagogy of Mathematics Teaching
Science:
- Physics: Motion, force, work and energy, sound, light, electricity, magnetism, sources of energy
- Chemistry: Matter, atoms and molecules, chemical reactions, acids bases and salts, metals and non-metals, carbon compounds
- Biology: Cell structure, tissues, living organisms, life processes, reproduction, heredity and evolution, environment and ecology
- Science Pedagogy: Nature of science, approaches to science teaching, innovation in science teaching, continuous and comprehensive evaluation
Social Science:
- History: Ancient, medieval and modern Indian history, world history, national movement, cultural heritage
- Geography: Physical geography, Indian geography, world geography, resources, map reading
- Political Science: Indian Constitution, democracy, government systems, local governance
- Economics: Basic economic concepts, Indian economy, sectors of economy, money and credit, globalization
- Social Science Pedagogy: Concepts and nature, classroom processes, critical pedagogy, inquiry and empirical evidence
Language Subjects:
- Advanced grammar and composition in chosen language
- Literature: Prose, poetry, drama from prescribed curriculum
- Language teaching methodology and pedagogy
- Communication skills development
Salary
Salary Structure (Typical / Indicative)
| Component | Amount (₹) |
|---|---|
| Starting Basic Pay | 29,200 per month |
| Pay Scale (7th CPC) | Level-7 (29,200 - 92,300) |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) @ 50% | 14,600 per month |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | 8,760 - 11,680 per month (varies by city classification) |
| Transport Allowance (TA) | 1,800 - 3,600 per month |
| Other Allowances | 2,000 - 4,000 per month |
| Gross Monthly Salary | 56,000 - 61,000 per month |
| Approximate In-Hand Salary | 48,000 - 52,000 per month |
Additional Benefits:
- Grade Pay as per 7th Pay Commission norms
- Annual increment of approximately 3%
- Medical facilities for self and dependents
- Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
- Pension benefits under National Pension System (NPS)
- Provident Fund and Gratuity
- Children Education Allowance
- Festival advance and other loan facilities
Note: Salary components vary based on posting location, years of service, and government revisions. DA rates are revised twice yearly.
Career Growth
REET Mains selected 3rd Grade Teachers enjoy structured career progression in Rajasthan Education Department. Promotions are granted based on seniority, performance appraisals, and departmental examinations to positions like Senior Teacher (Level-8), Vice Principal, Principal of Secondary/Senior Secondary schools, Block Resource Coordinator, District Education Officer, and higher administrative positions with corresponding salary increases at each level. Teachers can also pursue higher qualifications like M.Ed, Ph.D to enhance career prospects and may opt for deputation to SCERT, NCERT, or educational administration roles.
Admit Card
REET Mains 2026 admit cards are expected to be released approximately 10-15 days before the examination date on the official BSER website. Candidates can download their admit cards by logging into the candidate portal using their application number and date of birth. The admit card contains crucial details including candidate's name, photograph, examination center address, exam date and time, important instructions, and roll number which must be preserved for future reference.
Result
REET Mains 2026 result is expected to be declared approximately 4-6 weeks after the examination date. Results will be published on the official BSER Rajasthan website in PDF format containing roll numbers of qualified candidates. Candidates can check their individual scores, subject-wise marks, and qualifying status by entering their roll number on the result portal. Scorecards can be downloaded from the official website for document verification process.
Expected Cutoff
REET Mains cutoff marks vary category-wise and subject-wise based on exam difficulty, number of applicants, and available vacancies. Typical expected cutoff ranges are: UR category 60-70% (90-105 marks out of 150), OBC 55-65% (82-97 marks), SC 50-60% (75-90 marks), ST 45-55% (67-82 marks), and EWS 58-68% (87-102 marks). Science and Mathematics subjects generally have slightly lower cutoffs compared to Language and Social Science subjects due to difficulty levels.
Exam Centres
REET Mains Examination Centers
Rajasthan State Centers (All Districts):
Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Udaipur, Ajmer, Bikaner, Alwar, Bharatpur, Bhilwara, Sri Ganganagar, Pali, Sikar, Tonk, Nagaur, Churu, Jhunjhunu, Barmer, Banswara, Bundi, Chittorgarh, Dausa, Dholpur, Dungarpur, Hanumangarh, Jaisalmer, Jalore, Jhalawar, Karauli, Pratapgarh, Rajsamand, Sawai Madhopur, Sirohi
Note: REET Mains is conducted only within Rajasthan state. Candidates can choose their preferred exam center/district during application process subject to availability. Exact exam center address will be mentioned on the admit card.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the educational qualification required for REET Mains 3rd Grade Teacher?
Candidates must have graduation with 50% marks (45% for reserved categories) and B.Ed with 50% marks from recognized institutions. Additionally, qualifying REET Level-2 examination is mandatory. Subject teachers must have studied the concerned subject in graduation and B.Ed.
What is the application fee for REET Mains 2026?
Application fee varies by category: UR/OBC/EWS male candidates pay ₹550, female ₹450, SC/ST male ₹350, female ₹250, and PwD candidates ₹100. Fees are non-refundable and must be paid online through debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI.
How many vacancies are expected in REET Mains 3rd Grade Teacher 2026?
Total vacancies are approximately 20,000-25,000 posts across various subjects and districts in Rajasthan, distributed among UR, SC, ST, OBC, and EWS categories. Exact vacancy count will be notified in the official advertisement subject-wise and district-wise based on departmental requirements.
What is the expected salary for REET Mains selected 3rd Grade Teachers?
Selected candidates receive basic pay of ₹29,200 per month in Level-7 pay scale (7th CPC) along with DA, HRA, TA, and other allowances. The gross monthly salary ranges from ₹56,000 to ₹61,000 with in-hand salary of approximately ₹48,000-52,000 depending on posting location and allowances.
How many attempts are allowed for REET Mains examination?
There is no restriction on the number of attempts for REET Mains examination. Candidates can appear multiple times until they reach the maximum age limit of 35 years (with applicable relaxations for reserved categories). Each attempt requires fresh application and fee payment.
Is there negative marking in REET Mains examination?
Yes, REET Mains has negative marking. For each incorrect answer, 0.25 marks (one-fourth of marks assigned to the question) will be deducted from the total score. Each correct answer carries 1 mark. Unattempted questions receive no marks or penalty.
Can I apply for REET Mains online or offline?
REET Mains 2026 applications are accepted only through online mode on the official BSER Rajasthan website. Candidates must register, fill the form, upload documents, and pay fees online. No offline or postal applications are accepted. Application confirmation must be downloaded for future reference.
What are the main stages in REET Mains selection process?
The selection process includes: (1) REET Level-2 qualifying requirement, (2) REET Mains written examination of 150 marks, (3) Document verification of educational and personal certificates, (4) Medical fitness examination, and (5) Final merit list preparation based on marks scored in REET Mains. Selected candidates receive appointment letters for teacher positions.