RPSC Senior Teacher (Sanskrit Education) Syllabus 2025 - Comprehensive Guide
Syllabus Overview
The RPSC Senior Teacher (Sanskrit Education) examination is conducted by the Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) for recruitment in the Sanskrit Education Department. The exam consists of two papers: Paper-I (General Knowledge and Educational Psychology) and Paper-II (Subject-Specific Knowledge and Teaching Methods). This guide focuses on the detailed syllabus for Paper-II for the following subjects:
- Science
- Sanskrit
- Mathematics
- Hindi
- English
Paper-II is divided into three parts:
- Secondary and Senior Secondary Standard (180 marks)
- Graduation Standard (80 marks)
- Teaching Methods (40 marks)
The total marks for Paper-II are 300, with a duration of 2 hours and 30 minutes. Negative marking applies (1/3rd deduction for incorrect answers).
Subject-Wise Syllabus
1. Science (विज्ञान)
Part-I: Secondary and Senior Secondary Standard
Cell and Molecular Biology
- Structure and functions of cell and cell organelles
- Nucleic acids: DNA and RNA
- Central dogma of molecular biology
- Structure and functions of proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids
Genetics
- Mendelian work and Mendelism
- Blood groups, Rh factor, and genetic disorders
- Post-Mendelian work, gene interaction, and regulation of gene expression
Taxonomy
- Five Kingdom System
- Classification and characteristics of major phyla of Animal Kingdom (Protozoa to Chordata)
- Classification and characteristics of Plant groups (Algae to Angiosperms)
Ecology and Environmental Biology
- Food chain, food web, and ecological pyramids
- Pollution (air, water, soil, and noise)
- Wildlife conservation, endangered species, and sanctuaries/national parks in Rajasthan
- Structure and functions of ecosystems, ecological succession, and biogeochemical cycles
Biotechnology
- Recombinant DNA technology: Tools and techniques
- Gene cloning, cloning vectors, and Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
- Applications of biotechnology in agriculture and medicine
Microbiology
- Eukaryota, Prokaryota, Viruses, Bacteria, Mycoplasma, and Lichens
Plant Morphology and Anatomy
- Types of plant tissues
- Histological organization of monocot and dicot root, stem, and leaves
- Structure of flower and types of inflorescence
Water Relations
- Physical and chemical properties of water as a biomolecule
- Osmosis, DPD, plasmolysis, water potential, and ascent of sap
Photosynthesis and Respiration
- Photosynthetic pigments, photosystems, and factors affecting photosynthesis
- Light reaction, dark reaction (C3 cycle), and bacterial photosynthesis
- Types of respiration, glycolysis, Kreb cycle, and respiratory quotient
Enzymes
- Structure, classification, mechanism of action, and factors affecting enzyme activity
Plant Growth and Development
- Differentiation, dedifferentiation, and redifferentiation
- Plant growth regulators: Auxin, Gibberellins, Cytokinins, Ethylene, and Abscisic acid
Animal Developmental Biology
- Gametogenesis, fertilization, cleavage, gastrulation, and organogenesis
Evolution
- Lamarckism, Darwinism, natural selection, and speciation
Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Structure and function of human tissues, digestive system, excretory system, respiratory system, circulatory system, and nervous system
Human Health
- Nutrition, common human diseases, vaccination, immunity, and organ transplantation
Atomic Structure
- Fundamental particles, atomic models, quantum numbers, and electronic configuration
Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure
- Ionic bond, covalent bond, coordinate bond, hybridization, and molecular geometry
Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties
- Mendeleev’s periodic law, modern periodic table, and periodicity in properties
Equilibrium
- Law of mass action, Le-Chatelier principle, and ionic equilibria
Redox Reactions
- Concept of redox reactions, oxidation numbers, and balancing redox reactions
Organic Chemistry
- Purification methods, qualitative and quantitative analysis, and IUPAC nomenclature
- Homolytic and heterolytic bond fission, free radicals, carbocations, and carbanions
Hydrocarbons
- Aliphatic hydrocarbons (Alkane, Alkene, Alkyne) and aromatic hydrocarbons (Benzene)
Physical World and Measurements
- Fundamental and derived units, dimensional analysis, and errors in measurements
Vectors
- Concept of vectors, unit vectors, and vector operations
Kinematics
- Motion in one dimension, uniformly accelerated motion, and relative velocity
Laws of Motion
- Newton’s laws of motion, impulse, and momentum
Work, Energy, and Power
- Work done by constant/variable force, kinetic and potential energy
Rotational Motion
- Angular momentum, torque, and moment of inertia
Friction
- Origin of friction and types of frictional forces
Gravitation
- Universal laws of gravitation, gravitational acceleration, and planetary motion
Properties of Matter
- Hooke’s law, Young’s modulus, and elastic behavior
Fluid Dynamics
- Types of fluid flow, viscosity, and Bernoulli’s theorem
Electricity and Magnetism
- Current electricity, magnetic effect of current, and electromagnetic induction
Ray Optics
- Laws of reflection and refraction, image formation, and optical instruments
Part-II: Graduation Standard
Cell and Molecular Biology
- Cell cycle, mitosis, meiosis, and chromatin organization
- DNA replication, transcription, and translation
Genetics
- Gene interaction, linkage, crossing-over, and sex determination
- Mutations and chromosomal aberrations
Animal Taxonomy
- Methods of taxonomic collections and classification up to class level
Representative Animals
- Life cycle and features of Paramecium, Fasciola, Earthworm, Cockroach, and Frog
Taxonomy of Angiosperms
- Classification of angiosperms and economic importance of families (e.g., Euphorbiaceae, Solanaceae)
Ecology and Environmental Biology
- Energy flow, biogeochemical cycles, and major biomes
- Environmental laws and issues (e.g., global warming, ozone depletion)
Biotechnology
- Genetic engineering, gene transfer techniques, and DNA fingerprinting
- Ethical issues and biopiracy
Cryptogams and Seed Plants
- General characteristics and reproduction of algae, fungi, bryophytes, pteridophytes, and gymnosperms
Plant Anatomy
- Apical meristem and abnormal secondary growth in stems
Reproduction in Plants
- Double fertilization, polyembryony, and apomixes
Water Relations
- Transpiration, guttation, and mechanism of phloem transport
Plant Nutrition
- Macro and micronutrients and their deficiency symptoms
Photosynthesis and Respiration
- C3, C4 cycle, Crassulacean Acid Metabolism (CAM), and photorespiration
Plant Growth and Development
- Photoperiodism, vernalization, and seed dormancy
Animal Developmental Biology
- Extra-embryonic membranes, placenta, and stem cells
Human Physiology
- Endocrine system, nerve impulse conduction, and cardiac cycle
Economic Zoology
- Economic importance of protozoa, annelids, insects, and mollusca
Coordination Compounds
- Werner’s theory, IUPAC nomenclature, and isomerism
Molecular Structure
- Valence Bond Theory, Molecular Orbital Theory, and Crystal Field Theory
States of Matter
- Gas laws, kinetic theory of gases, and properties of liquids and solids
Chemical Kinetics
- Order and molecularity of reactions, Arrhenius equation
Solutions
- Osmotic pressure, colligative properties, and molecular weight determination
Electrochemistry
- Electrochemical cells, electrode potentials, and Kohlrausch’s Law
Surface Chemistry
- Adsorption, catalysis, and colloids
Reaction Mechanism
- Inductive effect, mesomeric effect, and types of organic reactions
Spectroscopy Techniques
- UV-Visible and IR spectroscopy
Bio-Inorganic Chemistry
- Role of metal ions in biological systems
Bio-Molecules
- Carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins, and nucleic acids
Polymers
- Natural and synthetic polymers
Chemistry in Everyday Life
- Chemicals in medicines, food, and cleansing agents
Mechanics
- Conservation laws, center of mass, and collisions
Classical Electrodynamics
- Coulomb’s law, Gauss’s theorem, and Maxwell’s equations
Wave Optics
- Interference, diffraction, and polarization of light
Thermal and Statistical Physics
- Laws of thermodynamics and statistical description of systems
Quantum Mechanics
- Schrodinger equation, uncertainty principle, and harmonic oscillator
Modern Physics
- Special theory of relativity, nuclear physics, and radioactivity
Part-III: Teaching Methods
- Definition and concept of science
- Aims and objectives of science teaching
- Methods and approaches: Lecture-cum-demonstration, laboratory method, problem-solving, and project method
- Science curriculum development and National Curriculum Framework (NCF) 2005
- Science laboratory and co-curricular activities (e.g., science clubs, quizzes)
- Evaluation: Types of test items and preparation of blueprints
2. Sanskrit (संस्कृत)
Part-I: Praveshika and Varistha Upadhyaya Standard
Grammar and Linguistics
- Sandhi (vowel and consonant sandhi)
- Samasa (compound words): Avyayibhava, Tatpurusha, Karmadharaya, Dvigu, Dvandva, Bahuvrihi
- Pratyaya (suffixes): Kridanta and Taddhita pratyaya
- Shabda-roopa (declensions): Rama, Hari, Pati, Guru, etc.
- Dhatu-roopa (verb conjugations): Bhū, Gam, Pach, etc.
Literature and Poetry
- Chandas (meters): Anushtup, Arya, Indravajra, etc.
- Alankara (figures of speech): Anuprasa, Yamaka, Upama, Rupaka, etc.
- Sentence correction and translation from Hindi to Sanskrit
Part-II: Shastri Standard
Grammar and Sutras
- Detailed study of Paninian sutras and vartikas
- Karaka theory and vibhakti (cases)
Sanskrit Literature History
- Major poets and their works:
- Mahakavya: Valmiki, Kalidasa, Bharavi, Magha, Sri Harsha
- Gadyakavya: Dandi, Subandhu, Banabhatta
- Natya: Bhasa, Kalidasa, Bhavabhuti, Shudraka
- Niti: Bhartrihari, Vishnusharma
Suktas and Texts
- Study of selected suktas from Rigveda (e.g., Agnisukta, Varunasukta)
- Texts: Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 2), Kathopanishad (First Valli), Abhijnanashakuntalam (Act 4), Meghaduta (Purvamegha), Nitishatakam
Indian Culture
- Samskaras, Ashramas, Purusharthas, and Pancha Mahayajnas
Part-III: Teaching Methods
- Language skills: Listening, speaking, reading, and writing
- Teaching methods: Grammar teaching, prose teaching, poetry teaching, and drama teaching
- Teaching skills: Introduction, blackboard work, questioning, and reinforcement
- Lesson planning: Daily and unit plans for prose, poetry, and grammar
3. Mathematics (गणित)
Part-I: Secondary and Senior Secondary Standard
Number Systems
- Real numbers, irrational numbers, and laws of exponents
- Euclid’s division lemma and Fundamental Theorem of Arithmetic
Geometry
- Lines and angles, properties of triangles, and congruency
- Quadrilaterals, circles, and tangents
Mensuration
- Areas of plane figures and surface areas/volumes of solids
Algebra
- Polynomials, quadratic equations, and complex numbers
- Matrices, determinants, and sets
Trigonometry
- Trigonometric ratios, identities, and inverse trigonometric functions
Analytical Geometry
- Two-dimensional and three-dimensional geometry
- Equations of lines, circles, parabolas, ellipses, and hyperbolas
Calculus
- Limits, continuity, differentiation, and integration
Vector Algebra
- Vectors, scalar and vector products
Statistics and Probability
- Measures of central tendency, probability, and binomial distribution
Part-II: Graduation Standard
Abstract Algebra
- Groups, subgroups, and homomorphism
- Permutations and cyclic groups
Real Analysis
- Real numbers, sequences, and series
Complex Analysis
- Analytic functions and conformal mapping
Calculus
- Partial differentiation, maxima and minima, and multiple integrals
Differential Equations
- First-order and second-order differential equations
Vector Calculus
- Gradient, divergence, curl, and Green’s theorem
Analytical Geometry of Three Dimensions
- Sphere, cone, and cylinder
Statics and Dynamics
- Composition of forces and projectile motion
Linear Programming
- Graphical method and simplex method
Numerical Analysis
- Interpolation, numerical differentiation, and integration
Part-III: Teaching Methods
- Nature and objectives of mathematics teaching
- Methods: Analytic, synthetic, inductive, deductive, and heuristic
- Lesson planning and unit planning
- Evaluation: Cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domains
- Remedial and enrichment programs for students
4. Hindi (हिन्दी)
Part-I: Secondary and Senior Secondary Standard
Grammar
- Varna-vyavastha (vowels and consonants)
- Shabda-vargikaran (word classification)
- Vyakaranik kotiyan (ling, vachan, karak, kaal, vachya)
- Shabda-rachna (sandhi, samas, upsarg, pratyay)
Vocabulary
- Paryayvachi, vilom, anekarthi, and samshrut bhinnarthak shabd
Sentence Structure
- Vakya shuddhi and viram chinh
Literature
- Muhavare and lokoktiyan
Part-II: Graduation Standard
Literary Devices
- Shabda shaktiyan, alankar, and chhand
Hindi Literature History
- Adikal, Bhaktikal, Ritikal, and Aadhunik Kal
- Major poets and works: Kabir, Tulsidas, Surdas, Mirabai, Bihari, etc.
Texts
- Kabir Granthavali, Ramcharitmanas, Bhagavad Gita, and modern prose/poetry
Part-III: Teaching Methods
- Language skills: Listening, speaking, reading, and writing
- Teaching methods: Prose, poetry, grammar, and composition
- Evaluation: Continuous and comprehensive evaluation
5. English
Part-I: Secondary and Senior Secondary Standard
Grammar and Usage
- Parts of speech, tenses, prepositions, and articles
- Subject-verb agreement, conditional sentences, and transformation of sentences
- Phrasal verbs, synonyms, antonyms, and word stress
Part-II: Graduation Standard
Literature
- Literary forms: Ode, elegy, sonnet, epic, and dramatic monologue
- Literary periods: Renaissance, Romantic, Victorian, Modern
- Indian writers in English: Rabindranath Tagore, R.K. Narayan, Anita Desai, etc.
Part-III: Teaching Methods
- Teaching methods: Grammar-translation, direct method, and communicative approach
- Teaching prose, poetry, and composition
- Principles of second language teaching
Important Topics (High Weightage)
Science
- Cell Biology and Genetics: DNA replication, Mendelian genetics, and genetic disorders
- Ecology: Ecosystem structure, biogeochemical cycles, and environmental pollution
- Chemistry: Atomic structure, chemical bonding, and organic chemistry
- Physics: Laws of motion, electricity, and magnetism
Sanskrit
- Grammar: Sandhi, samasa, and pratyaya
- Literature: Major poets (Kalidasa, Bhartrihari) and texts (Bhagavad Gita, Meghaduta)
Mathematics
- Algebra: Matrices, determinants, and quadratic equations
- Calculus: Differentiation and integration
- Geometry: Analytical geometry and trigonometry
Hindi
- Grammar: Sandhi, samas, and vyakaranik kotiyan
- Literature: Bhaktikal and Ritikal poets
English
- Grammar: Tenses, sentence transformation, and phrasal verbs
- Literature: Literary periods and Indian writers in English
Preparation Approach
Science
- Conceptual Clarity: Focus on fundamental concepts in biology, chemistry, and physics.
- Diagrams and Flowcharts: Use diagrams for cell structure, ecological pyramids, and chemical bonding.
- Practice Problems: Solve numerical problems in physics and chemistry.
- Current Affairs: Stay updated on environmental issues and biotechnology advancements.
Sanskrit
- Grammar Mastery: Practice sandhi, samasa, and pratyaya regularly.
- Literature Study: Read and analyze major texts and suktas.
- Translation Skills: Practice translating Hindi sentences to Sanskrit.
- Poetry Appreciation: Understand chandas and alankaras with examples.
Mathematics
- Formula Revision: Memorize key formulas in algebra, calculus, and geometry.
- Problem-Solving: Solve previous year question papers and mock tests.
- Conceptual Understanding: Focus on proofs and derivations in abstract algebra and real analysis.
Hindi
- Grammar Practice: Solve exercises on sandhi, samas, and vyakaranik kotiyan.
- Literature Analysis: Study major poets and their works in depth.
- Writing Skills: Practice essay writing and sentence correction.
English
- Grammar Drills: Practice tenses, sentence transformation, and phrasal verbs.
- Literature Study: Read and analyze poems, short stories, and novels.
- Vocabulary Building: Learn synonyms, antonyms, and idiomatic expressions.
Preparation Resources
Books
- Science: NCERT textbooks (Class 11 and 12), Trueman’s Biology, Morrison Boyd (Organic Chemistry)
- Sanskrit: Sanskrit Vyakaran by Kapil Dev Dwivedi, Sanskrit Sahitya ka Itihas by Dr. Ramji Upadhyay
- Mathematics: R.D. Sharma (Class 11 and 12), Higher Engineering Mathematics by B.S. Grewal
- Hindi: Hindi Sahitya ka Itihas by Dr. Nagendra, Hindi Vyakaran by Kamta Prasad Guru
- English: Wren and Martin (Grammar), English Literature by M.H. Abrams
Online Resources
- RPSC Official Website: https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in
- NCERT Solutions: https://ncert.nic.in
- Mock Tests: Utkarsh Classes, Gradeup, Testbook
Coaching Institutes
- Utkarsh Classes (Jodhpur)
- Parishkar Coaching (Jaipur)
- Abhigyan Coaching (Ajmer)
Exam Day Tips
- Admit Card: Carry a printed copy of the admit card and a valid ID proof.
- Time Management: Allocate time for each section and stick to it.
- Negative Marking: Avoid guesswork; attempt only those questions you are sure about.
- Revision: Revise key formulas, concepts, and important topics before the exam.
Conclusion
The RPSC Senior Teacher (Sanskrit Education) exam is a golden opportunity for aspirants aiming to secure a government teaching job in Rajasthan. A structured preparation strategy, focusing on the syllabus, important topics, and teaching methods, is essential for success. Utilize the recommended resources, practice previous year papers, and stay updated with current affairs to excel in the exam.
Good luck with your preparation!