RSSB Lab Attendant Eligibility Criteria 2025
The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) has released the eligibility criteria for the RSSB Lab Attendant Recruitment 2025. Candidates must meet the specified requirements to apply for the 54 vacancies (48 for Non-Scheduled Areas and 6 for Scheduled Areas). Below is a detailed breakdown of the eligibility criteria, including age limits, educational qualifications, nationality, age relaxation, and other requirements.
RSSB Lab Attendant Age Limit
The age limit for the RSSB Lab Attendant 2025 is calculated as of January 1, 2026. Candidates must adhere to the following age criteria:
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General (Unreserved) | 18 Years | 40 Years |
| Age Relaxation | Applicable as per government norms (see table below) |
Note:
- Candidates must have attained 18 years of age by January 1, 2026.
- The upper age limit is 40 years for general candidates.
- No prior recruitment has been conducted for this post, so all candidates are eligible for a maximum age relaxation of 3 years as per government notifications.
RSSB Lab Attendant Educational Qualification
Candidates must fulfill the following educational qualifications to be eligible for the RSSB Lab Attendant 2025 exam:
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Secondary Education:
- Must have passed Secondary (10th standard) or its equivalent from a recognized board.
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Language Proficiency:
- Working knowledge of Hindi written in Devanagari script.
- Knowledge of Rajasthan’s culture and affairs.
Additional Notes:
- Candidates appearing in the final year of their qualifying examination may apply, but they must acquire the required qualification before the exam date.
- Ex-servicemen with 15 years of military service and a graduate-equivalent certificate may apply under the graduate category by selecting "Not Applicable" for roll number and marking "N" in the grade section.
RSSB Lab Attendant Nationality Requirements
Candidates must meet the following nationality criteria to apply for the RSSB Lab Attendant 2025 exam:
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Indian Citizenship:
- Must be a citizen of India.
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Other Eligible Categories:
- Nepalese or Bhutanese subjects.
- Tibetan refugees who migrated to India before January 1, 1962, with the intention of permanent settlement.
- Persons of Indian origin who migrated from Pakistan, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, or Vietnam with the intention of permanent settlement in India.
Note:
- Candidates falling under categories 2, 3, or 4 must possess a valid eligibility certificate issued by the Government of India.
- Provisional appointment may be granted pending the issuance of the eligibility certificate.
RSSB Lab Attendant Age Relaxation
The RSSB Lab Attendant 2025 provides age relaxation for reserved categories as per government norms. The relaxation is non-cumulative, meaning candidates can avail only one relaxation from the list below:
| Category | Age Relaxation (Years) |
|---|---|
| General Category Women | 5 |
| SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS (Male Candidates - Rajasthan Domicile Only) | 5 |
| SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS (Female Candidates - Rajasthan Domicile Only) | 10 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 10 |
| Widows and Divorced Women | No Upper Age Limit* |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 5 |
| Emergency Commissioned Officers/Short Service Commissioned Officers | As per service rules |
| Ex-Prisoners (Discharged before attaining maximum age limit) | Period of incarceration |
| NCC Cadet Instructors | Period of service |
| Government Employees (Non-Gazetted) | 40 (Upper Age Limit) |
| Retrenched Employees | 40 (Upper Age Limit) |
| Burma/ Sri Lanka Repatriates | 45 (Upper Age Limit) |
| Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania Repatriates | No Upper Age Limit |
| 1971 India-Pakistan War Displaced Persons | No Upper Age Limit |
Notes:
- *Widows and divorced women must not exceed the state government’s retirement age (60 years).
- Ex-servicemen must have a character certificate marked as "Good" at the time of discharge.
- PwBD candidates must provide a valid disability certificate (40% or more) issued by a competent medical authority.
- Non-cumulative relaxation means candidates can avail only one relaxation from the above list.
RSSB Lab Attendant Other Requirements
In addition to the age limit, educational qualifications, and nationality, candidates must fulfill the following specific requirements to be eligible for the RSSB Lab Attendant 2025 exam:
1. Domicile Requirements
- Scheduled Area Posts: Only local residents of Rajasthan’s Scheduled Areas are eligible to apply.
- Non-Scheduled Area Posts: Open to all Rajasthan domiciles, including Scheduled Area residents.
- Proof of Domicile: Candidates must provide a valid domicile certificate issued by a competent authority.
2. Category-Specific Certificates
- Caste Certificate:
- SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS candidates must provide a valid caste certificate issued on or before the last date of application.
- OBC/MBC candidates must submit a Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) certificate valid for 1 year.
- EWS candidates must submit an Income and Asset Certificate valid for 1 year.
- Sahariya Tribe (Baran District): Must provide a tribe certificate issued by a competent authority.
3. Special Categories
- Ex-Servicemen:
- Must provide a discharge certificate or No Objection Certificate (NOC) issued on or before the last date of application.
- Computer literacy is not mandatory at the time of application but must be acquired before joining.
- Outstanding Sportspersons:
- Must provide sports certificates issued by recognized sports federations (e.g., IOA, SGFI, IOA-affiliated bodies).
- Certificates must be issued on or before the last date of application.
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD):
- Must provide a disability certificate (40% or more) issued by a competent medical authority.
- Categories eligible for reservation:
- Blindness/Low Vision (B/LV)
- Hearing Impairment (HI)
- Locomotor Disability/Cerebral Palsy (LD/CP)
- Autism, Intellectual Disability, Specific Learning Disability, Mental Illness
- Multiple Disabilities (including deaf-blindness)
4. Character and Health Requirements
- Character Certificate:
- Must be issued by the principal/head of the last attended educational institution or two responsible persons (non-relatives).
- Medical Fitness:
- Candidates must be mentally and physically fit and free from any disability that may hinder job performance.
- A medical fitness certificate issued by a competent medical authority is required at the time of appointment.
5. Marital Status and Other Conditions
- Polygamy:
- Male candidates with more than one living wife are ineligible unless exempted by the government.
- Female candidates married to a man with a living wife are ineligible unless exempted by the government.
- Dowry Prohibition:
- Candidates who accepted dowry at the time of marriage are ineligible.
- Child Policy:
- Candidates with more than two children born on or after June 1, 2002, are ineligible.
- Exceptions apply for twins or multiple births in a single delivery.
- Divorcees/Widows:
- Must provide legal documents (e.g., court decree for divorce, death certificate for widows).
- No age limit for widows/divorcees, but they must not exceed the state retirement age (60 years).
6. Application Process and Fees
- One-Time Registration (OTR) Fee:
Category Fee (INR) General/EWS/OBC (Creamy Layer) 600 OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/MBC/EWS/SC/ST 400 PwBD Candidates 400 - Non-Rajasthan Candidates: Treated as General Category and must pay INR 600.
- Application Mode: Online only through the RSSB portal or SSO ID.
7. Prohibited Conduct
- Candidates found guilty of misconduct (e.g., impersonation, fraud, unfair means in exams) will be disqualified permanently or for a specified period.
- Legal action may be taken under the Rajasthan Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2022.
Important Notes for Candidates
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Document Verification:
- All documents (e.g., educational certificates, caste certificates, domicile proof) must be verified at the time of appointment.
- Discrepancies in documents may lead to disqualification.
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Reservation Policy:
- Horizontal reservation applies to women, ex-servicemen, outstanding sportspersons, and PwBD candidates.
- Vertical reservation applies to SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS categories.
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Application Deadline:
- Online applications must be submitted by August 9, 2025 (11:59 PM).
- No offline applications will be accepted.
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Exam Pattern:
- The RSSB Lab Attendant 2025 exam is offline (OMR-based) with 120 objective-type questions.
- Negative marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer.
- Syllabus: Covers General Hindi, General English, General Knowledge (Rajasthan-specific), and General Mathematics.
Conclusion
Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before applying for the RSSB Lab Attendant 2025 exam. Failure to comply with the requirements may result in disqualification at any stage of the recruitment process. For the latest updates, candidates should regularly check the official RSSB website (rssb.rajasthan.gov.in).