RPSC School Lecturer Eligibility Criteria 2025: Age Limit, Qualification & Relaxation
The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has released the eligibility criteria for the RPSC School Lecturer Recruitment 2025 for 3,225 vacancies across 27 subjects under the School Education Department. This detailed guide covers all essential eligibility requirements, including age limits, educational qualifications, nationality, domicile, age relaxation for reserved categories, and other specific requirements.
RPSC School Lecturer Age Limit 2025
The age limit for the RPSC School Lecturer post is calculated as of 1st January 2026. Candidates must ensure they meet the following age criteria:
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years
Note:
- For posts advertised in 2024 (S.No. 1-11 & 13-21), candidates over the age limit on 01.01.2026 are not eligible for additional age relaxation.
- For posts advertised in 2022 (S.No. 12), candidates over the age limit on 01.01.2026 are eligible for 2 years of additional relaxation.
- For posts advertised before November 2021 (S.No. 22-27), candidates over the age limit on 01.01.2026 are eligible for 3 years of additional relaxation.
RPSC School Lecturer Educational Qualification 2025
Educational qualifications vary by subject. Candidates must possess the following qualifications from recognized institutions:
General Requirements (Posts 1-12 & 14-16)
- Postgraduate Degree or equivalent in the relevant subject (recognized by UGC).
- Degree or Diploma in Education (B.Ed. or equivalent, recognized by the National Council of Teacher Education/Government).
Home Science (Post 13)
- Postgraduate Degree or equivalent in Home Science (recognized by UGC/Indian Council of Agricultural Research).
- Degree or Diploma in Education (B.Ed. or equivalent, recognized by NCTE/Government).
Commerce (Post 17)
- Postgraduate Degree in Commerce with B.Com. OR
- Postgraduate Degree in Commerce with at least two teaching subjects for Higher Secondary classes as prescribed by the Board of Secondary Education, Rajasthan.
Drawing (Post 19)
- Postgraduate Degree in Drawing or equivalent qualification recognized by the Government. OR
- Diploma of 4/5 years in Arts from a recognized School/College of Arts.
Music (Post 20)
- Postgraduate Degree in Music or equivalent qualification recognized by the Government.
Physical Education (Post 21)
- Graduate Degree or equivalent (recognized by UGC).
- Postgraduate Degree in Physical Education (M.P.Ed.) (2 years duration, recognized by NCTE).
Coach (Posts 22-27)
- Graduate Degree or equivalent (recognized by UGC).
- Degree or Diploma in Physical Education.
- Full-term/time National Institute of Sports (NIS) Certificate in the relevant sport.
Additional Requirements
- Working knowledge of Hindi written in Devanagari Script.
- Knowledge of Rajasthan culture.
RPSC School Lecturer Nationality & Domicile Requirements
- Nationality: Candidates must be Indian citizens.
- Domicile:
- Reserved category benefits (SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS/Ex-servicemen) are only applicable to Rajasthan state domicile holders.
- Candidates from other states must apply under the General (Unreserved) category.
- Women married to Rajasthan domicile holders are not eligible for reserved category benefits as per Supreme Court and Rajasthan High Court rulings.
RPSC School Lecturer Age Relaxation 2025
Age relaxation is provided for reserved categories and specific groups as per Rajasthan government norms. The relaxations are non-cumulative, meaning candidates can avail only one relaxation.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Male candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS of Rajasthan | 5 years |
| Female candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS of Rajasthan | 10 years |
| Female candidates belonging to the General (Unreserved) category | 5 years |
| Widow and Divorced/Deserted Women (with valid proof) | No upper age limit |
| Ex-prisoners (substantive service before conviction) | No upper age limit |
| Ex-prisoners (not overage before conviction) | Relaxation equal to imprisonment term |
| Cadet Instructors (NCC service) | Relaxation equal to NCC service |
| Persons serving in Panchayat Samities, Zila Parishads, or State PSUs in substantive capacity | Maximum age limit: 40 years |
| Released Emergency Commissioned Officers/Short Service Commissioned Officers | Deemed within age limit |
| Temporary appointees (eligible at initial appointment) | Deemed within age limit |
| Ex-servicemen (as per Rajasthan Civil Services (Absorption of Ex-servicemen) Rules, 1988) | 10 years (Max age: 50 years) |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (as per Rajasthan Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2018) | 5 years |
Note:
- Ex-servicemen who have already availed reservation benefits and joined Rajasthan government service are not eligible for further relaxation.
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive an additional 5 years relaxation after applying other eligible relaxations.
RPSC School Lecturer Other Requirements
Physical Fitness
- Candidates must be medically fit as per the standards prescribed by the Rajasthan government.
- A medical certificate from a competent authority is required at the time of document verification.
Character Certificate
- Candidates must submit a character certificate from the last attended educational institution, stating "Good" character.
Police Verification
- A police verification certificate is mandatory, confirming no criminal record that would disqualify the candidate from government service.
No Objection Certificate (NOC)
- Government employees must provide an NOC from their current employer at the time of document verification.
Family Planning Norms
- Candidates with more than two children born on or after 01.06.2002 are ineligible for appointment.
Exceptions:
- If the number of children does not increase after 01.06.2002.
- Multiple births (twins/triplets) in a single delivery are counted as one child.
- Children born from a previous marriage or with disabilities are not counted.
- This rule does not apply to Widow/Divorced/Deserted women.
Marital Status (For Women Candidates)
- Widows must submit a death certificate of their husband.
- Divorced/Deserted women must submit a court decree (divorce certificate) issued by a competent court.
- Affidavit stating no remarriage is required for Widow/Divorced/Deserted women until the specified date.
Sports Certificates (For Coach Posts)
- Sports participation certificates must be verified by the Secretary of Rajasthan Sports Council or the Head of the Institution (with confirmation of regular student status).
- International participation certificates must be verified by the respective Sports Federation/Association.
Documents Required for Verification
Candidates must submit the following documents at the time of verification:
| Document | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Certificates | Postgraduate degree, B.Ed./Diploma in Education, and other relevant qualifications. |
| Age Proof | Secondary examination certificate or equivalent. |
| Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS) | Issued by a competent authority (must be valid as of the last application date). |
| Domicile Certificate | For Rajasthan state candidates (required for reserved category benefits). |
| Income & Asset Certificate (EWS) | Issued by a competent authority (for EWS candidates). |
| Ex-servicemen Certificate | Discharge certificate and NOC (if applicable). |
| Disability Certificate (PwBD) | Issued by a competent medical authority (40% or more disability). |
| Widow/Divorced/Deserted Women Certificate | Death certificate (widow) or court decree (divorced/deserted) + affidavit of no remarriage. |
| Sports Certificates (Coach Posts) | Verified by Rajasthan Sports Council or respective Sports Federation/Association. |
| Character Certificate | From the last attended educational institution. |
| Police Verification Certificate | Issued by a competent authority. |
| No Objection Certificate (NOC) | For government employees. |
| Marriage Registration Certificate | Mandatory for all candidates (as per government norms). |
| Family Planning Affidavit | Stating compliance with the two-child norm. |
Note:
- EWS certificates issued before the application date are valid. If not issued, an affidavit stating eligibility is acceptable.
- Caste certificates for OBC/MBC must specify non-creamy layer status and include parental income details.
- Disability certificates issued after 01.03.2024 must be from the UDID/Swavlamban Portal.
Important Instructions for Candidates
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Application Accuracy:
- Candidates must ensure all details in the online application form are accurate and complete.
- No corrections are allowed in name, father’s name, date of birth, or gender after OTR (One Time Registration).
- Category changes are not permitted after the last date of application.
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Document Upload:
- Upload a recent live photograph and scanned signature as per the specified dimensions.
- Ensure all documents are legible and valid.
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Application Withdrawal:
- Candidates can withdraw their application within the stipulated time if they no longer wish to appear for the exam.
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False Information:
- Providing false or misleading information is a punishable offense under Section 217 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023.
- Such candidates will be disqualified and debarred from future RPSC exams for three years.
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Exam Attendance:
- Candidates who fail to appear in two recruitment exams in a financial year will have their OTR blocked.
- OTR can be unblocked by paying a fee of ₹750 (first block) or ₹1500 (second block).
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Scribe Facility (PwBD Candidates):
- Visually impaired and locomotor disability (both arms) candidates are eligible for a scribe.
- Other PwBD candidates must submit a certificate of writing inability from a competent medical authority.
- Compensatory time is provided as per RPSC guidelines.
RPSC School Lecturer Selection Process 2025
The selection process for RPSC School Lecturer Recruitment 2025 consists of the following stages:
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Written Examination:
- Paper I (General Studies): 150 marks, 1.5 hours duration.
- Paper II (Subject Concerned): 300 marks, 3 hours duration.
- Negative marking: 1/3rd mark deduction for each wrong answer.
- Minimum qualifying marks: 40% (35% for SC/ST candidates).
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Document Verification:
- Candidates who qualify the written exam must undergo document verification to confirm eligibility.
- Final selection is based on merit in the written exam.
Key Takeaways
- Age Limit: 21-40 years (relaxations applicable as per category).
- Educational Qualification: Postgraduate degree in the relevant subject + B.Ed./Diploma in Education.
- Nationality & Domicile: Indian citizenship; Rajasthan domicile required for reserved category benefits.
- Age Relaxation: Non-cumulative; additional 5 years for PwBD candidates.
- Other Requirements: Medical fitness, character certificate, police verification, and compliance with family planning norms.
- Selection Process: Written exam (450 marks) followed by document verification.
Candidates are advised to carefully review the official notification and ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before applying. For further details, visit the RPSC official website.