Here’s a comprehensive overview of the Senior Teacher (Secondary Education) Competitive Exam 2025 (commonly known as "RPSC Senior Teacher Grade II Recruitment 2025") for Rajasthan:
Key Highlights: Overview & Timeline
Organizing Body: Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC)
Total Vacancies: 6,500 Senior Teacher posts (Grade II), spread across Scheduled (TSP) and Non-Scheduled Regions (Non-TSP)
Important Dates:
Notification Release: 17 July 2025 (some sources show 18 July)
Online Application Period: 19 August 2025 to 17 September 2025
Exam Dates: Expected between 7–12 September 2025
Admit Cards / Results: To be released in due course via official website.
Subject-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Subject | Non-TSP Posts | TSP Posts | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindi | 1005 | 47 | 1052 |
| English | 1150 | 155 | 1305 |
| Mathematics | 1184 | 201 | 1385 |
| Science | 1160 | 195 | 1355 |
| Sanskrit | 842 | 98 | 940 |
| Social Science | 401 | 0 | 401 |
| Urdu | 48 | 0 | 48 |
| Punjabi | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| Sindhi | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Gujarati | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 5804 | 696 | 6500 |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Range (as on 1 January 2026): 18 to 40 years; relaxation applicable as per Rajasthan government rules (SC/ST/OBC/female/PwD
Educational Qualification:
For Hindi, English, Mathematics, Sanskrit, Urdu, Punjabi, Sindhi: Graduate degree with chosen subject as optional + B.Ed. from a recognized institution (NCTE or Government recognized)
For Science: Graduate with at least two subjects among Physics, Chemistry, Zoology, Botany, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry + B.Ed.
For Social Science: Graduate with at least two subjects among History, Geography, Economics, Political Science, Sociology, Public Administration, Philosophy + B.Ed.
Additional Requirements: Rajasthan domicile preferred; proficiency in Hindi (Devanagari) and familiarity with the culture of Rajasthan
Application Fee
Category Fee (₹)
General / OBC (Creamy Layer) / EBC (Creamy Layer) 600
SC / ST / OBC‑NCL / EBC‑NCL / EWS / PwD / Sahariya Tribe 400
Payment to be made online through debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI
Exam Pattern & Selection Process
Exam Format:
Paper I: 200 marks, 100 MCQs, 2-hour duration
Sections: Rajasthan’s Geography, History, Culture & General Awareness; State-level Current Affairs; General Knowledge (India & World); Basics of Educational Psychology
Paper II: 300 marks, 150 MCQs, 2½-hour duration
Sections: Subject Knowledge (secondary/senior secondary level), Core Concepts (graduation level), Pedagogical Approaches for subject teaching
Negative Marking: Some sources indicate 1/3 mark deduction for wrong answers; others mention no negative marking. Best to verify in official notification.
Minimum Qualifying Marks: Typically 40% (lower for reserved categories)
Selection Process: Based solely on written exam; followed by document verification and final merit-based selection. No interview stage mentioned
How to Apply
Visit the official RPSC website: [rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in]
Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) via Rajasthan SSO (use Aadhaar and 10th-grade details)
Log in and fill out the application form with personal and educational details
Upload Documents: Photograph, signature, and left thumb impression as per specified formats
Pay Fee and submit the form; download confirmation for records
Salary & Benefits
Position falls under Pay Level L-11, with Grade Pay ₹4,200
Candidates receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other perks after probation (usually 2 years)
Benefits include job security, pension (via National Pension System), medical facilities, and career progression opportunities
Summary Checklist
Notification Released: 17–18 July 2025
Apply Online: 19 August – 17 September 2025
Eligibility: Graduate + B.Ed., Age 18–40 (as of Jan 1, 2026)
Exam: Two papers (200 + 300 marks), tentative exam window: 7–12 September 2025
Selection: Written test → Document Verification → Merit List
Salary: Pay Level 11 with allowances and post-probation benefits
** Next Steps**:
Download and carefully review the official RPSC notification PDF for exact subject-specific syllabus, exam dates, and any updates.
Register early on the SSO portal to ensure smooth application.
Begin focused preparation: Paper I (Rajasthan GK, current affairs, educational psychology) and Paper II (subject knowledge + pedagogy).
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