RSMSSB Upper Primary School Teacher (Level-II) 2025: Eligibility Criteria
Introduction
The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSMSSB) conducts the recruitment for Upper Primary School Teacher (Level-II) positions for classes 6 to 8 under the Sanskrit Education Department. This document outlines the detailed eligibility criteria for the RSMSSB Upper Primary School Teacher (Level-II) 2025 exam, including age limits, educational qualifications, nationality requirements, age relaxation, and other specific conditions.
Age Limit for RSMSSB Upper Primary School Teacher (Level-II) 2025
The age limit for candidates applying for the RSMSSB Upper Primary School Teacher (Level-II) 2025 is calculated as of January 1, 2027. The minimum and maximum age requirements are as follows:
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General (Unreserved) | 21 years | 40 years |
| Reserved Categories (SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS) | 21 years | 40 years |
Note:
- Candidates must have attained the minimum age of 18 years by January 1, 2026 to be eligible for appointment.
- The upper age limit is 40 years for all categories, with specific relaxations for reserved categories as detailed below.
- Age relaxation is non-cumulative, except for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD).
Educational Qualification for RSMSSB Upper Primary School Teacher (Level-II) 2025
For Sanskrit Subject Teachers
Candidates applying for the Upper Primary School Teacher (Sanskrit) position must meet one of the following educational and training qualifications:
- Shastri (or equivalent traditional Sanskrit examination) AND a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (by whatever name known).
- Shastri (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks AND a 1-year Bachelor in Education (B.Ed.).
- Shastri (or equivalent) with at least 45% marks AND a 1-year B.Ed., obtained in accordance with NCTE regulations.
- Varishtha Upadhyay (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks AND a 4-year Bachelor in Elementary Education (B.El.Ed.).
- Varishtha Upadhyay (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks AND a 4-year Shastri-ShikshaShastri/B.A. Ed..
Additional Requirement:
- Must have passed the Rajasthan Eligibility Examination for Teachers (REET) Level-II in the Sanskrit subject.
For Hindi, English, Social Studies, and Math-Science Subject Teachers
Candidates applying for Upper Primary School Teacher (Hindi, English, Social Studies, Math-Science) positions must meet one of the following educational and training qualifications:
- Graduation AND a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (by whatever name known).
- Graduation with at least 45% marks AND a 1-year B.Ed., obtained in accordance with NCTE regulations.
- Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks AND a 4-year Bachelor in Elementary Education (B.El.Ed.).
- Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks AND a 4-year B.A./B.Sc.Ed. or B.A.Ed./B.Sc.Ed..
- Post-Graduation with at least 55% marks AND a 3-year integrated B.Ed.-M.Ed..
Additional Requirements:
- For Social Studies Teachers: Graduation with at least one subject from History, Geography, Economics, Political Science, Sociology, Public Administration, Philosophy, Accountancy, Financial Management, Banking, or Business Economics.
- For Math-Science Teachers: Graduation with at least one subject from Chemistry, Physics, Botany, Zoology, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or Mathematics.
- For English/Hindi Teachers: Graduation with the respective subject as an optional subject.
- Must have passed the REET Level-II in the applied subject with the minimum qualifying marks as specified by the state government.
Note:
- Candidates with B.El.Ed. or B.A.Ed./B.Sc.Ed. must have passed the subject-specific eligibility test.
- 5% relaxation in minimum qualifying marks is provided for SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS/PwBD candidates and general category widows/divorcees.
- All qualifications must be acquired by the exam date. Qualifications obtained afterward will not be considered.
Nationality Requirements for RSMSSB Upper Primary School Teacher (Level-II) 2025
Candidates must meet one of the following nationality criteria to be eligible for the RSMSSB Upper Primary School Teacher (Level-II) 2025 exam:
- Indian citizen, or
- Subject of Nepal, or
- Subject of Bhutan, or
- Tibetan refugee who came to India before January 1, 1962, with the intention of permanently settling in India, or
- Person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, or Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India.
Note:
- Candidates falling under categories 2, 3, 4, or 5 must provide a certificate of eligibility issued by the Government of India.
Age Relaxation for RSMSSB Upper Primary School Teacher (Level-II) 2025
The following table outlines the age relaxation applicable to reserved categories for the RSMSSB Upper Primary School Teacher (Level-II) 2025 exam:
| Category | Age Relaxation (Years) |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS (Male, Rajasthan Domicile) | 5 |
| General Category Women (All States) | 5 |
| SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS Women (Rajasthan Domicile) | 10 |
| Ex-Servicemen (Rajasthan Domicile) | 15* |
| Widows and Divorcees (All Categories) | No upper age limit |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 5 (additional) |
| Sahariya Tribe (Baran District) | 5 |
Notes:
- *For Ex-Servicemen, the upper age limit after relaxation cannot exceed 50 years (or 55 years for posts requiring lower-level experience).
- Non-cumulative relaxation: Candidates can avail only one of the above relaxations, except for PwBD candidates, who receive an additional 5 years.
- Widows and divorcees must provide valid documents (e.g., death certificate of spouse or court decree for divorce).
Other Requirements for RSMSSB Upper Primary School Teacher (Level-II) 2025
1. REET Qualification
- Candidates must have passed the REET Level-II exam with the minimum qualifying marks as specified by the state government:
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks (Non-TSP) | Minimum Qualifying Marks (TSP) |
|---|---|---|
| General/Unreserved | 60% | 60% |
| SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS | 55% | 36% (ST) |
| Widows/Divorcees (All Categories) | 50% | 36% |
| Ex-Servicemen (All Categories) | 50% | – |
| PwBD (All Categories) | 40% | – |
| Sahariya Tribe | 36% (Sahariya Region) | – |
Note:
- Outstanding Sportspersons receive relaxation in REET marks as per their reserved category.
2. Domicile Requirements
- For Non-Scheduled Areas (Non-TSP): Open to all eligible candidates, including those from Scheduled Areas (TSP).
- For Scheduled Areas (TSP): Only local residents of Rajasthan’s Scheduled Areas are eligible. Candidates must provide proof of residency.
3. Physical and Medical Standards
- Candidates must be in good mental and physical health.
- Must be free from any physical or mental defect that could hinder the performance of duties.
- Selected candidates must submit a medical fitness certificate from the Chief Medical and Health Officer of their district.
4. Character Requirements
- Candidates must have a good character.
- Must submit character certificates from:
- The principal/head of the institution where they last studied, and
- Two responsible persons (non-relatives) who have known the candidate for at least 6 months.
5. Disqualifications
Candidates will be disqualified if they:
- Are male applicants with more than one living wife (unless exempted by the government).
- Are female applicants married to a man with a living wife (unless exempted by the government).
- Have accepted dowry at the time of marriage.
- Have more than two children born on or after June 1, 2002 (exceptions apply for twins, children with disabilities, or remarriage cases).
- Have been debarred by RSMSSB or any other recruiting agency.
6. Other Conditions
- Ex-Servicemen must have a character certificate from the defense services stating their conduct was "good" at the time of discharge.
- Outstanding Sportspersons must provide valid sports certificates as per government norms.
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) must submit a UDID card and a disability certificate issued by a competent medical authority.
- Government employees must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer at the time of document verification.
Application Process for RSMSSB Upper Primary School Teacher (Level-II) 2025
1. One-Time Registration (OTR) Fee
| Category | OTR Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| General/OBC (Creamy Layer)/Other State Candidates | 600 |
| SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/MBC/EWS (Rajasthan Domicile) | 400 |
| All PwBD Candidates | 400 |
Note:
- OTR fee is non-refundable.
- Candidates who have already paid the OTR fee in previous recruitments do not need to pay again.
2. Online Application Dates
- OTR Fee Payment: November 7, 2025 – December 6, 2025 (11:59 PM).
- Online Application Submission: November 7, 2025 – December 6, 2025 (11:59 PM).
Note:
- Applications must be submitted only through the official RSMSSB portal (http://sso.rajasthan.gov.in).
- Candidates must upload clear and legible documents (e.g., educational certificates, REET scorecard, caste certificate).
Important Notes
- Scheduled Area (TSP) candidates must clearly indicate their category in the online application. Failure to do so will result in ineligibility for TSP posts.
- Women candidates receive 30% horizontal reservation within their respective categories.
- Ex-Servicemen receive 12.5% horizontal reservation.
- PwBD candidates receive 4% horizontal reservation (1% each for Visual Impairment, Hearing Impairment, Locomotor Disability, and Autism/Intellectual Disability).
- Outstanding Sportspersons receive 2% horizontal reservation.
Conclusion
Candidates are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria before applying for the RSMSSB Upper Primary School Teacher (Level-II) 2025 exam. Ensure all documents are valid, legible, and uploaded correctly during the application process. For the latest updates, regularly check the official RSMSSB website: http://rssb.rajasthan.gov.in.