Rajasthan CET 2026 12th Level Notification: The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) has officially released the detailed advertisement (Advt No. 08/2026) for the Common Eligibility Test (CET) Senior Secondary (12th) Level 2026. This eligibility test serves as a screening mechanism for various subordinate and ministerial service positions across government departments in Rajasthan, including Constable, Junior Assistant, Clerk Grade-II, and Forester. Candidates aiming for these state government jobs must qualify for this examination. The online application process begins on June 24, 2026, and will remain active until July 23, 2026.
Rajasthan CET 12th Level 2026: Overview Table
| Exam Name | Rajasthan Common Eligibility Test (CET) Senior Secondary Level 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB), Jaipur |
| Advertisement No. | 08/2026 |
| Exam Level | State Level (Senior Secondary / 12th Standard) |
| Validity of Score | 3 Years from the date of result declaration |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Mode of Exam | Offline (OMR Sheet Based) |
| Official Website | rssb.rajasthan.gov.in |
Important Dates
Candidates must keep track of the following crucial schedule to avoid missing out on the deadline:
- Release of Detailed Notification: June 2026
- Commencement of Online Applications: June 24, 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: July 23, 2026 (until 11:59 PM)
- Rajasthan CET 12th Level Exam Dates: October 23, 2026, to October 25, 2026
Rajasthan CET Exam Details & Pattern
The written examination will assess candidates across various disciplines to determine their eligibility.
Total Questions: 120 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Total Marks: 240 Marks (Each question carries 2 marks)
Exam Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
Negative Marking: $1/3$ of the total marks for each incorrect answer.
OMR Option Rule: Each question will feature 5 options (A, B, C, D, E). If a candidate chooses not to attempt a question, they must darken option ‘E’. Failure to fill any option will lead to a $1/3$ mark deduction for up to 10% of questions. Leaving more than 10% of questions completely blank will result in disqualification.
Minimum Qualifying Criteria: Candidates must secure at least 40% marks to qualify. SC/ST candidates receive a 5% relaxation, bringing their minimum qualifying score to 35%.
Key Posts Covered Under Rajasthan CET 12th Level:
Forester (Rajasthan Forest Subordinate Service)
Hostel Superintendent (Minority Affairs Service)
Jamadar Grade-II (Excise Subordinate Service)
Constable (Rajasthan Police Subordinate Service)
Clerk Grade-II (RPSC, Secretariat, and Secondary Education Board)
Junior Assistant (Subordinate Offices, RSSB, Panchayati Raj, JDA, etc.)
Rajasthan CET Eligibility Details
To sit for the Common Eligibility Test, candidates must fulfill the primary criteria defined below:
Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed the Senior Secondary (12th standard) examination or its equivalent from a recognized board or institution.
Appearing Candidates: Those currently pursuing or in the final year of their Senior Secondary education are also permitted to apply. However, they must acquire the formal educational qualification prior to the main recruitment exams conducted by specific departments.
Nationality: Must be a citizen of India, a subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee settled in India before January 1, 1962.
Age Limit
The age computations will officially be verified as of January 1, 2027:
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 40 Years
Upper Age Relaxations:
General Category Female Candidates: 5 years relaxation.
SC / ST / OBC / MBC / EWS Male Candidates (Rajasthan Residents): 5 years relaxation.
SC / ST / OBC / MBC / EWS Female Candidates (Rajasthan Residents): 10 years relaxation.
Ex-Servicemen: Maximum upper age relaxation up to 50 years (55 years where experience is essential).
Widows and Divorced Women: No upper age limit applies, but must be below the official retirement age.
Application Fee
The fee submission operates through a One-Time Registration (OTR) mechanism via the SSO portal. Candidates who have previously paid the OTR registration fee are exempt from paying again.
General and Creamy Layer OBC / MBC Candidates: ₹600/-
Non-Creamy Layer OBC / MBC / EWS / SC / ST (Rajasthan Residents): ₹400/-
All Divyangjan (Persons with Disabilities) Applicants: ₹400/-
Note: Outstation candidates belonging to reserved categories of other states will be treated as General candidates and must pay ₹600/-.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates can submit their forms online by following these steps:
- Visit the official Rajasthan SSO portal at sso.rajasthan.gov.in.
- Log in using your credentials or create a new SSO ID if you are a first-time user.
- Navigate to the Recruitment Portal listed under Citizen Apps (G2C).
- Complete your One-Time Registration (OTR) by filling in category details, domicile info, and submitting the OTR fee if not paid previously.
- Click on the link for “Common Eligibility Test (Senior Secondary Level)-2026” and choose “Apply Now”.
- Check the fetched data, provide additional required information, and capture/upload your live photograph and scanned signatures as directed.
- Verify all details carefully and click Final Submit to generate your unique Application ID. Print out the submitted form for future records.
Official Links
- Official Recruitment Notification (PDF): View Advertisement
- Application Portal: Rajasthan SSO Login Portal
- Conducting Body Website: Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB)
