🚨 Notification Released: The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has announced the recruitment drive for 3,225 School Lecturer (1st Grade Teacher) posts across various subjects under Advertisement No. 06/Exam/School Lecturer and Coach/RPSC/EP-I/2025-26. Online applications are open from 14 August 2025 to 12 September 2025 (11:59 PM IST) on rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in.
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1st Grade Teacher Key Dates & Timeline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Publication | 17 July 2025 |
| Online Registration Opens | 14 August 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 12 September 2025 |
| Exam Schedule Released | 23 June – 4 July 2025¹ |
| Admit Card Issuance | September 2025 |
| Written Exam (General) | 23–28 June 2025 |
| Written Exam (Subject) | 29 June–4 July 2025 |
| Result Declaration | December 2025 (Tent.) |
¹ Revised to avoid clash with UGC-NET exams
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Rajasthan 1st Grade Teacher Vacancy Distribution by Subject
| Subject | Vacancies | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| Hindi | 710 | 22.0% |
| English | 307 | 9.5% |
| Sanskrit | 70 | 2.2% |
| Rajasthani | 6 | 0.2% |
| Urdu | 140 | 4.3% |
| Punjabi | 6 | 0.2% |
| History | 170 | 5.3% |
| Political Science | 350 | 10.8% |
| Geography | 270 | 8.4% |
| Economics | 34 | 1.1% |
| Sociology | 22 | 0.7% |
| Public Administration | 2 | 0.1% |
| Home Science | 70 | 2.2% |
| Chemistry | 177 | 5.5% |
| Physics | 94 | 2.9% |
| Mathematics | 14 | 0.4% |
| Biology | 85 | 2.6% |
| Commerce | 430 | 13.3% |
| Drawing & Fine Arts | 180 | 5.6% |
| Music | 7 | 0.2% |
| Physical Education & Coaches | 101 | 3.1% |
| Total | 3,225 | 100% |
Eligibility Criteria & Age Relaxation for 1st Grade Teacher RPSC
Educational Qualification
- Postgraduate Degree in the concerned subject with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST).
- B.Ed. or equivalent diploma recognized by NCTE/UGC.
- Coaching Posts: In addition to PG & B.Ed., sport-specific certificates for Coach positions.
Age Limit (as on 01 Jan 2026)
- Minimum: 21 years Maximum: 40 years
- Relaxations:
- SC/ST/Female: +5 years
- OBC/EWS: +3 years
- PwD: +10 years
- Ex-Servicemen/Widows: +5 years
Application Process: Step by Step
- Visit the official portal: https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in
- Register/Login via Rajasthan SSO (mobile & email)
- Select “School Lecturer Recruitment 2025” link
- Complete the form with personal, educational, and B.Ed. details
- Upload scanned documents:
- Postgraduate degree certificate
- B.Ed. diploma
- Rajasthan domicile & category certificate
- Passport-size photograph & signature
- Pay application fee online:
- General/OBC (CL): ₹600
- SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwD: ₹400
- Submit and download confirmation slip for future reference
Application Fee & Required Documents for 1st Grade Teacher
| Category | Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| General / OBC (Creamy Layer) | 600 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy) / EWS / SC / ST | 400 |
| PwD / Ex-Servicemen / Widow | 400 |
Documents: PG & B.Ed. certificates, registration proof, domicile, photo ID, category certificate, photograph, signature.
Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus
Written Examination Structure
- Total Papers: 2
- Mode: Offline OMR
- Total Marks: 450
- Negative Marking: ⅓ mark deduction per wrong answer
| Paper | Questions | Marks | Duration | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies (Paper I) | 75 | 150 | 1.5 hrs | 33.3% |
| Concerned Subject & Pedagogy (Paper II) | 150 | 300 | 3 hrs | 66.7% |
Paper I: General Studies (150 Marks)
- History of Rajasthan & India (Renaissance to modern era)
- Mental Ability & Statistics (Sec. level)
- Current Affairs (last 12 months)
- General Science, Indian Polity, Geography of Rajasthan
- Educational Management & Acts
Paper II: Subject & Pedagogy (300 Marks)
- Knowledge of Concerned Subject (Senior Secondary, Graduation & PG levels)
- Educational Psychology & Pedagogy
- Teaching–Learning Materials & Use of Technology
Salary & Benefits
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- Pay Scale (Level 12): ₹44,300–1,40,100
- Grade Pay: ₹4,800
- Allowances: DA, HRA, Transport, Medical, TA, PF, NPS, LTC
Gross Salary: ₹60,000–70,000 pm (approx.)
In-Hand Estimate: ₹45,000–55,000 pm
Preparation Strategy & Study Plan
Phase 1 (Days 1–20): Foundation
- Daily 1 hr GK & Current Affairs; 1 hr Subject theory; 1 hr Pedagogy concepts.
- Use NCERT & Rajasthan Board textbooks; make short notes.
Phase 2 (Days 21–40): Practice
- 2 hrs sectional mock tests (General & Subject papers).
- Solve past 5 years’ papers; analyze mistakes; revise weak topics.
Phase 3 (Days 41–60): Revision
- Full-length simulated tests under timed conditions.
- Quick revision of notes; group discussions; daily current affairs.
Recommended Resources
- NCERT Books: Class XI–XII for core subjects
- Rajasthan Board Guides: Subject-specific details
- Pratiyogita Darpan & Chronicle: Monthly current affairs
- Online Platforms: Testbook, Adda247, Oliveboard for mocks
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the last date to apply for RPSC 1st grade teacher?
A1: 12 September 2025 (11:59 PM IST).
Q2: Is B.Ed. mandatory?
A2: Yes, B.Ed. recognized by NCTE/UGC is required.
Q3: Is there negative marking?
A3: Yes, 0.33 mark deducted for each wrong answer.
Q4: How many papers are there?
A4: Two papers—General Studies (150 marks) and Subject & Pedagogy (300 marks).
Q5: Can I apply for multiple subjects?
A5: No; apply separately for each subject vacancy matching your PG qualification.
For official notification PDF and apply online, visit the RPSC portal.
Internal links: mock tests, previous papers, study materials on RajasthanBuzz.in.
External link: Official RPSC Notification.