RSSB Livestock Assistant 2024: Important Dates & Exam Timeline

Key Dates for RSSB Livestock Assistant Recruitment 2024

The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) has announced the important dates for the Livestock Assistant Direct Recruitment 2024. Below is a structured timeline of all critical events and deadlines.

Important Deadlines

Timeline of RSSB Livestock Assistant 2024 Events

January 2025

• 31 January 2025:
  • One Time Registration (OTR) Fee Payment begins for applicants who have not previously paid the OTR fee.
  • Online Application Submission starts via the RSSB or SSO portal.

February 2025

• 12 February 2025:
  • Revised Vacancy Announcement: RSSB updates the total number of vacancies from 2,041 to 2,540 (Non-Scheduled Area: 2,252; Scheduled Area: 288).

March 2025

• 01 March 2025:
  • Deadline for OTR Fee Payment and Online Application Submission (11:59 PM).
• 02 March 2025 to 08 March 2025:
  • Application Correction Window opens for non-OTR fields (e.g., educational qualifications, category). A fee of ₹300 is applicable.
• 09 March 2025 to 15 March 2025:
  • Application Withdrawal Window for applicants who do not meet eligibility criteria.

June 2025

• 13 June 2025:
  • Tentative Exam Date for the Computer-Based Test (CBT), Tablet-Based Test (TBT), or OMR-Based Exam. The exam may be conducted in multiple shifts, and normalization will be applied if necessary.

Post-Exam Events

• Admit Card Release:
  • Admit cards will be available for download from the RSSB website. No physical admit cards will be sent by post.
• Answer Key Release:
  • The answer key will be published on the RSSB website, and candidates can raise objections with a fee of ₹100 per question.
• Result Declaration:
  • Results will be announced on the RSSB website. Candidates are advised to regularly check for updates.
• Document Verification:
  • Shortlisted candidates will be required to present original documents for verification. Details will be provided post-result.

Upcoming Events for RSSB Livestock Assistant 2024

1. OTR Fee Payment and Online Application (31 Jan 2025 - 01 Mar 2025)

• Action Required:
  • Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) if you haven’t already. The OTR fee varies by category:
    • General/EWS/OBC (Creamy Layer): ₹600
    • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/EWS/SC/ST (Rajasthan Domicile): ₹400
    • All Persons with Disabilities (PwD): ₹400
  • Submit the online application form via the RSSB or SSO portal. Ensure all details are accurate to avoid rejection.

2. Application Correction Window (02 Mar 2025 - 08 Mar 2025)

• Action Required:
  • Review your application for errors. Corrections can be made for non-OTR fields (e.g., educational qualifications, category) by paying a fee of ₹300.
  • Note: Fields like name, father’s name, date of birth, and gender cannot be modified after submission.

3. Withdrawal of Application (09 Mar 2025 - 15 Mar 2025)

• Action Required:
  • If you do not meet the eligibility criteria, you can withdraw your application during this period via the SSO portal.

4. Admit Card Release (To be announced)

• Action Required:
  • Download your admit card from the RSSB website using your Application ID and SSO ID.
  • Ensure the details on the admit card match your identity proof (e.g., Aadhaar card, passport).

5. Computer-Based Test (13 June 2025)

• Exam Details:
  • The exam will consist of two parts:
    • Part A: General Knowledge (50 questions, 150 marks)
    • Part B: Veterinary Science (100 questions, 300 marks)
  • Total Duration: 3 hours
  • Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each incorrect answer.
  • Minimum Qualifying Marks: 40% (36% for SC/ST candidates).

6. Answer Key and Objections (Post-Exam)

• Action Required:
  • The answer key will be released on the RSSB website. Candidates can raise objections by paying ₹100 per question.

7. Result Declaration (Will be updated when available)

• Action Required:
  • Check the RSSB website for result updates. Shortlisted candidates will proceed to document verification.

8. Document Verification (Will be updated when available)

• Action Required:
  • Candidates must present original documents, including:
    • Educational certificates
    • Caste certificate (if applicable)
    • Domicile certificate
    • Disability certificate (if applicable)
    • Ex-serviceman certificate (if applicable)
    • No Objection Certificate (NOC) for government employees

Highlights and Critical Notes

1. Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification:
  • Senior Secondary (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Agriculture/Agriculture Biology/Biology and Physics/Chemistry/Agriculture Chemistry.
  • One-year Training Certificate or Two-year Diploma in Livestock Assistant from a recognized institution.
  • Working knowledge of Hindi (Devanagari script) and one Rajasthani dialect.
• Age Limit (as of 01 January 2026):
  • Minimum Age: 18 years
  • Maximum Age: 40 years
  • Age Relaxation:
    • General Women: 5 years
    • SC/ST/OBC/EWS (Men, Rajasthan Domicile): 5 years
    • SC/ST/OBC/EWS (Women, Rajasthan Domicile): 10 years
    • Persons with Disabilities (PwD): 5 years (additional)
    • Ex-Servicemen: Up to 50 years (as per rules)
    • Widows/Divorced Women: No upper age limit (subject to retirement age)

2. Exam Pattern and Syllabus

• Part A: General Knowledge (150 marks)

  • Rajasthan’s history, art, culture, literature, traditions, and heritage.
  • Geography of Rajasthan.
  • Indian political system with a focus on Rajasthan.
  • Economy of Rajasthan.
  • Everyday Science.
  • General knowledge of computers.
  • Current affairs.

• Part B: Veterinary Science (300 marks)

  • Introductory Veterinary Anatomy
  • Introductory Veterinary Physiology and Biochemistry
  • Animal Husbandry Extension
  • Introductory Veterinary Medicine
  • Minor Veterinary Surgery
  • Introductory Animal Nutrition
  • Introductory Animal Management
  • Introductory Animal Breeding and Genetics
  • Introductory Animal Reproduction
  • Introductory Veterinary Pharmacology

3. Important Instructions for Candidates

• Application Process:

  • Applications must be submitted online only. Offline applications will not be accepted.
  • Ensure all details (e.g., name, category, educational qualifications) are accurate. Incorrect information may lead to disqualification.
  • Upload a recent passport-sized photograph (not older than 1 month) and signature in the specified format.

• Admit Card:

  • Admit cards will be available for download from the RSSB website. No physical admit cards will be sent.
  • Candidates must carry a photo ID proof (e.g., Aadhaar card, passport) along with the admit card to the exam center.

• Exam Day Guidelines:

  • Arrive at the exam center 90 minutes before the exam for biometric verification.
  • Prohibited Items: Mobile phones, calculators, electronic devices, bags, and study materials.
  • Dress Code: Follow the RSSB dress code guidelines available on the website.

• Post-Exam:

  • The answer key will be released on the RSSB website. Candidates can raise objections within the stipulated time.
  • Results will be declared on the RSSB website. No separate communication will be sent to candidates.

4. Reservation and Category-Specific Notes

• Scheduled Area Candidates:

  • Only local residents of Rajasthan’s scheduled areas are eligible for the 288 reserved posts.
  • Candidates must clearly mention their scheduled area category in the application form.

• Horizontal Reservations:

  • Persons with Disabilities (PwD): 4% reservation (Low Vision, Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Orthopedic Disability, Dwarfism, Acid Attack Victims).
  • Ex-Servicemen: 12.5% reservation.
  • Outstanding Sportspersons: 2% reservation.

• Women Candidates:

  • 30% reservation for women, including:
    • 8% for widows
    • 2% for divorced women

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the last date to apply for the RSSB Livestock Assistant 2024 exam?

• The last date to submit the online application and pay the OTR fee is 01 March 2025 (11:59 PM).

2. Can I edit my application after submission?

• Yes, you can edit non-OTR fields (e.g., educational qualifications, category) during the correction window (02 March 2025 - 08 March 2025) by paying a fee of ₹300.

3. When will the admit cards be released?

• Admit cards will be released 10-15 days before the exam date (13 June 2025). Candidates must download them from the RSSB website.

4. Is there negative marking in the exam?

• Yes, 1/3 mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer.

5. What is the minimum qualifying marks for the exam?

• The minimum qualifying marks are 40% (36% for SC/ST candidates).

6. How can I raise objections to the answer key?

• After the answer key is released, candidates can raise objections by paying ₹100 per question via the RSSB website.

7. What documents are required for document verification?

• Candidates must present original documents, including:
  • Educational certificates
  • Caste certificate (if applicable)
  • Domicile certificate
  • Disability certificate (if applicable)
  • Ex-serviceman certificate (if applicable)
  • No Objection Certificate (NOC) for government employees

8. Can I withdraw my application if I am ineligible?

• Yes, you can withdraw your application during the withdrawal window (09 March 2025 - 15 March 2025) via the SSO portal.

Contact Information

For any queries or assistance, candidates can contact the RSSB through the following channels:

• Helpline Number: 0141-2722520
• Email: Helpdesk available on the RSSB Recruitment Portal
• Address: Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) State Institute of Agriculture Management Campus, Durgapura, Jaipur - 302018, Rajasthan

Source Citation

• Official Notification: RSSB Advertisement No. 15/2024 dated 11 December 2024.
• Revised Vacancy Notification: RSSB Notification dated 12 February 2025.
• RSSB Website: https://rssb.rajasthan.gov.in