RSSB CET (Graduate Level) Online Form 2026
Job Description
Eligibility
How to Apply
Important Dates, Fees & How to Apply
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Important Dates & Fees
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 18 Jun 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 18 Jun 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | Refer notification |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | Same as last date |
| Total Vacancies | As per notification |
| Application Fee | General / OBC: ₹100–₹500. SC / ST / PwD / Women: Usually exempt. Refer notification for exact amount. |
| Mode of Payment | Online — UPI / Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card |
| Mode of Application | Online only via the official portal listed above |
Step-by-step: How to apply online
Read the official notification PDF first.
Before filling any form, download and read the full notification published by RSSB CET (Graduate Level). It carries the binding eligibility criteria, age-relaxation table, fee structure, exam pattern, and the syllabus. The detailed page above is a clean summary — the PDF is the legal document.Confirm you meet eligibility.
Check your age (as on the cut-off date stated in the notification), educational qualification, and category-specific reservations. Many candidates fill the form and lose the fee because their qualification did not match exactly.Keep documents ready before opening the form.
Scanned passport-size photo (recent, white background), signature, left-thumb impression, 10th certificate, qualifying degree, caste/EWS/PwD certificate if applicable, and a valid photo ID (Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID). Use 100% scale and the file-size limits the portal specifies.Open the official application portal.
Use only the official application URL: rsmssb.rajasthan.gov.in. Never apply through a Telegram / WhatsApp forwarded link — those are scams.Register, then log in.
Most portals require a one-time registration with your name, mobile, email and a password. Save the registration number — you will need it for every future login, admit-card download and result check.Fill the form carefully.
Personal details, educational qualification, communication address, category, and preferences. Cross-check each field. After final submission, most portals lock the form and corrections cost an extra fee.Pay the application fee online.
Use UPI, net-banking, debit / credit card. Keep the transaction receipt; some portals require you to upload the receipt before downloading the admit card.Submit & save the confirmation.
Save the final PDF acknowledgement and your registration number. Last-day submissions frequently fail because of portal overload — do not wait.
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Overview
The RSSB CET (Graduate Level) 2026 is a Common Eligibility Test conducted by the Rajasthan Subordinate and Ministerial Services Selection Board (RSMSSB) for graduate-level posts across various state government departments in Rajasthan. This exam serves as a qualifying test for candidates seeking employment in state government offices, administrative departments, and public sector undertakings in Rajasthan. The test is designed to assess candidates' knowledge in general awareness, reasoning, mathematics, and language skills. Successful candidates are shortlisted for further departmental recruitment processes based on their CET scores. The exam is conducted in online mode and is valid for a specified period for multiple recruitment drives. This provides a unified platform for graduate-level recruitment across Rajasthan state government departments.
Important Dates
Typical / Indicative dates based on previous RSSB recruitment patterns:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | January 2026 |
| Application Start Date | January 2026 |
| Application Last Date | February 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | February 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | March 2026 |
| Exam Date | April 2026 |
| Result Date | June 2026 |
Vacancy Details
Typical / Indicative vacancy distribution (vacancies will be notified by individual departments using CET scores):
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 450 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 180 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 150 |
| OBC (Other Backward Classes) | 320 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 100 |
| Total | 1,200 |
Eligibility
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized university or institution
- The degree must be recognized by UGC or equivalent regulatory body
- Final year/semester students awaiting results may apply provisionally
- Equivalent qualifications as per Government of Rajasthan norms are acceptable
Age Limit
Typical / Indicative age criteria:
| Particulars | Age Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age | 35 years |
| Age calculation date | As on 01 January 2026 |
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST candidates | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| EWS | No relaxation |
| PwBD (UR) | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per government rules |
| Women (General) | 5 years |
Nationality
- Candidate must be a citizen of India
- Must be a domicile of Rajasthan state
- Valid domicile certificate is mandatory at the time of document verification
How to Apply
- Visit the official RSSB website (rsmssb.rajasthan.gov.in) or the dedicated recruitment portal
- Click on "RSSB CET Graduate Level 2026" notification link
- Read the detailed notification carefully including eligibility criteria
- Click on "Apply Online" or "New Registration" button
- Register with basic details (name, email, mobile number) and create login credentials
- Login with generated credentials and fill the application form with personal, educational, and address details
- Upload scanned photographs (20-50 KB, JPG format) and signature (10-20 KB, JPG format) as per specifications
- Select exam centre preferences from the available options
- Preview and verify all entered information carefully
- Proceed to fee payment section and pay the application fee online
- Submit the application form after successful fee payment
- Download and save the application confirmation page for future reference
- Take multiple printouts of the submitted application form
Application Fees
Typical / Indicative fee structure:
| Category | Application Fee | Processing Fee | Total Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS (Male) | ₹450 | ₹100 | ₹550 |
| SC/ST (Rajasthan domicile) | ₹150 | ₹100 | ₹250 |
| All Female candidates | ₹150 | ₹100 | ₹250 |
| PwBD candidates | ₹150 | ₹100 | ₹250 |
Payment modes: Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, or through e-Mitra kiosks
Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT): Candidates appear for a single-stage computer-based online examination testing knowledge in General Knowledge, Reasoning, Mathematics, English and Hindi. Duration is typically 3 hours with 150 questions. This is the primary screening stage.
- Normalization of Scores: Since exams may be conducted in multiple shifts, scores are normalized using a scientific formula to ensure fairness across all shifts and maintain equivalence.
- Merit List Preparation: Based on normalized scores, a category-wise merit list is prepared. Candidates are ranked according to their performance, with tie-breaking rules applied as per norms.
- Score Validity: The CET score remains valid for 2-3 years and can be used by various Rajasthan government departments for their respective graduate-level recruitments.
- Department-wise Selection: Individual departments conduct further selection processes (document verification, skill tests, interviews) using the CET scores as qualification criteria.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification where original certificates regarding age, qualification, category, domicile are thoroughly checked.
- Final Appointment: After successful document verification and any department-specific tests, final appointment orders are issued by the respective recruiting departments.
Exam Pattern
Computer Based Test (CBT)
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 38 | 76 | 3 hours (180 minutes) |
| Reasoning & Mental Ability | 38 | 76 | Total for all sections |
| Mathematics | 38 | 76 | Combined |
| English | 19 | 38 | - |
| Hindi | 17 | 34 | - |
| Total | 150 | 300 | 3 hours |
Important Notes:
- Each question carries 2 marks
- Total marks: 300
- Exam mode: Computer Based Test (Online)
- Language: Questions in Hindi and English (except language sections)
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark (0.66 marks) deducted for each wrong answer
- No negative marking for unanswered questions
- Qualifying marks vary by category (typically 40% for General, 36% for OBC, 33% for SC/ST)
Syllabus
General Knowledge & Current Affairs
- Indian History: Ancient, Medieval, and Modern India, Freedom Struggle, major movements
- Geography of India and Rajasthan: Physical, Economic, and Social geography
- Indian Polity and Constitution: Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles, Union and State Government structure
- Rajasthan specific topics: History, Art & Culture, Literature, Tradition, Heritage, Tourist places
- Indian Economy: Economic planning, Five Year Plans, Budget, Banking system, Economic reforms
- Current Affairs: National and International events of past 12 months
- Science and Technology: Recent developments, inventions, discoveries
- Sports and Games: Major tournaments, awards, personalities
- Books and Authors, Important days and dates
- Awards and Honours: Padma Awards, Nobel Prizes, etc.
Reasoning & Mental Ability
- Analogies and Similarities
- Series completion: Number, Letter, and Mixed series
- Coding and Decoding: Letter coding, Number coding, Substitution
- Blood Relations and Family tree problems
- Direction sense and Distance calculation
- Logical Venn Diagrams
- Alphabet test and Ranking
- Syllogisms and Statement-Conclusion
- Data Sufficiency problems
- Puzzle solving and Seating arrangements
- Calendars and Clocks
- Statement and Assumptions/Arguments
Mathematics
- Number System: HCF, LCM, Divisibility, Factors
- Simplification and Approximation: BODMAS rules
- Percentage and its applications
- Ratio and Proportion problems
- Average, Age calculations
- Profit and Loss, Discount calculations
- Simple and Compound Interest
- Time and Work, Pipes and Cisterns
- Time, Speed and Distance problems
- Mensuration: Area and Volume of 2D and 3D figures
- Algebra: Linear equations, Quadratic equations
- Data Interpretation: Tables, Bar graphs, Pie charts, Line graphs
- Probability and Permutation-Combination basics
- Statistics: Mean, Median, Mode
English
- Reading Comprehension passages
- Vocabulary: Synonyms and Antonyms
- One word substitution
- Idioms and Phrases with meanings
- Error Detection and Sentence correction
- Fill in the blanks with appropriate words
- Sentence Rearrangement and Para jumbles
- Active and Passive Voice transformation
- Direct and Indirect Speech
- Parts of Speech identification
- Cloze Test (passage with blanks)
Hindi
- संधि और संधि विच्छेद (Sandhi)
- समास और समास विग्रह (Samas)
- उपसर्ग और प्रत्यय (Prefix and Suffix)
- पर्यायवाची और विलोम शब्द (Synonyms and Antonyms)
- मुहावरे और लोकोक्तियाँ (Idioms and Proverbs)
- वाक्यांशों के लिए एक शब्द
- वाक्य शुद्धिकरण (Sentence Correction)
- रिक्त स्थानों की पूर्ति (Fill in the blanks)
- अनुच्छेद (Passage based questions)
- व्याकरण (Grammar fundamentals)
Salary
Typical / Indicative salary structure for graduate-level posts in Rajasthan state government (Pay Level 10-11):
| Component | Amount (Monthly) |
|---|---|
| Starting Basic Pay | ₹35,400 - ₹44,900 |
| Pay Scale/Level | Level 10: ₹35,400-1,12,400 / Level 11: ₹44,900-1,42,400 |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) @ 50% | ₹17,700 - ₹22,450 |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | ₹8,500 - ₹10,800 (24% of Basic in X class cities) |
| Transport Allowance | ₹3,600 - ₹7,200 |
| Gross Monthly Salary | ₹65,000 - ₹85,000 |
| In-Hand Salary (after deductions) | ₹52,000 - ₹68,000 |
Additional Benefits:
- Medical reimbursement and health insurance
- Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
- Pension and Gratuity benefits under New Pension Scheme (NPS)
- Annual increment as per pay matrix
- Festival advances and other allowances as applicable
- Government accommodation or HRA as per entitlement
Career Growth
Graduate-level recruits in Rajasthan state government departments have structured career progression opportunities through departmental promotion committees. Typical progression includes advancement from Junior Assistant to Senior Assistant, then to Head Clerk/Supervisor levels within 8-12 years of service. Further promotions to gazetted posts like Section Officer and Assistant Administrative Officer are possible through departmental examinations and experience-based promotions, potentially reaching Senior Administrative Grade positions after 20-25 years of dedicated service.
Admit Card
Admit cards for RSSB CET Graduate Level 2026 will be released approximately 10-15 days before the scheduled examination date on the official RSSB website. Candidates must login using their registration credentials and download the admit card, which contains essential details including examination date, time, venue, reporting time, and important instructions. No physical admit cards are sent by post; candidates must carry printed copies along with valid photo ID proof to the examination centre.
Result
The RSSB CET result is typically declared 6-8 weeks after the examination date through the official website. Results are published in PDF format containing roll numbers of qualified candidates along with their normalized scores and category-wise cut-off marks. Candidates can also check individual scorecards by logging into their accounts, which display subject-wise marks, total score, and qualifying status for future use in departmental recruitments.
Expected Cutoff
Typical / Indicative category-wise cutoff marks (out of 300) for RSSB graduate-level exams: General category cutoff ranges between 160-180 marks (53-60%), OBC candidates need approximately 150-165 marks (50-55%), while SC/ST candidates qualify with 130-145 marks (43-48%). Actual cutoffs vary based on exam difficulty level, number of vacancies, and total candidates appearing, with final cutoffs announced along with the result declaration.
Exam Centres
North India: Jaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Ajmer, Kota, Udaipur, Alwar, Bharatpur, Sikar, Bhilwara (Rajasthan); Delhi NCR
West India: Ahmedabad, Surat (Gujarat); Mumbai (Maharashtra)
Central India: Bhopal, Indore (Madhya Pradesh)
East India: Patna (Bihar); Ranchi (Jharkhand)
South India: Bangalore (Karnataka); Hyderabad (Telangana)
Note: Maximum centres are located within Rajasthan state across all districts. Candidates can select up to 3 preferred exam centres during application.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the educational qualification required for RSSB CET Graduate Level 2026?
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized university or institution. Final year students awaiting results may also apply provisionally. The degree must be recognized by UGC or equivalent regulatory authority as per Government of Rajasthan norms.
What is the application fee for RSSB CET Graduate Level exam?
General/OBC/EWS male candidates pay ₹550 (₹450 + ₹100 processing fee). SC/ST candidates of Rajasthan, all female candidates, and PwBD candidates pay reduced fees of ₹250 (₹150 + ₹100 processing fee). Payment can be made online through net banking, cards, or UPI.
How many vacancies are available through RSSB CET 2026?
RSSB CET is a qualifying examination, and specific vacancy numbers are announced by individual departments using CET scores. Typically, 1,000-1,500 positions are filled annually across various Rajasthan state government departments through this common eligibility test for graduate-level posts.
What is the expected salary for graduate-level posts in Rajasthan government?
Graduate-level posts typically fall under Pay Level 10-11 with starting basic pay of ₹35,400-₹44,900. With allowances like DA (50%), HRA, and transport allowance, the gross monthly salary ranges from ₹65,000-₹85,000, with in-hand salary of approximately ₹52,000-₹68,000 after deductions.
How many attempts are allowed for RSSB CET Graduate Level?
There is no restriction on the number of attempts for RSSB CET as long as the candidate meets the age eligibility criteria. Candidates can appear for the exam multiple times until they reach the maximum age limit of 35 years (with applicable relaxations for reserved categories).
Is there negative marking in RSSB CET Graduate Level exam?
Yes, there is negative marking of 1/3 mark (0.66 marks) for each wrong answer in the computer-based test. Since each question carries 2 marks, candidates should attempt questions carefully. There is no negative marking for questions left unanswered or not attempted.
Can I apply for RSSB CET 2026 in offline mode?
No, RSSB CET 2026 applications are accepted only through online mode via the official RSSB website. Candidates must register, fill the application form, upload documents, and pay fees online. No offline or postal applications are entertained by the recruitment board.
What are the main stages in the RSSB CET selection process?
The selection process consists of a single Computer Based Test (CBT) with 150 questions for 300 marks. This is followed by normalization of scores across shifts, merit list preparation, and score validity for 2-3 years. Individual departments then use these scores for further recruitment processes including document verification and final appointment.