⚠️ Important Notice: The online application registration window for RSSB Contractual Teaching Associate Recruitment 2026 (Advt No. 06/2026) was open from May 05, 2026 to June 03, 2026 and is currently closed. The written examination is tentatively scheduled to be conducted between August and October 2026. This page serves as a permanent reference guide detailing UGC NET/SET/Ph.D. eligibility rules, Raj-CES manpower rules, 375-mark exam schemes, and fixed remuneration structures for candidates tracking Rajasthan collegiate education vacancy cycles.
The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB / RSMSSB), Jaipur, officially published Advertisement No. 06/2026 to recruit 3,540 Contractual Teaching Associate vacancies across 32+ academic disciplines under the Rajasthan College Education Society (Raj-CES).
Engaged under the Raj-CES Hiring of Manpower Rules, 2023, selected Teaching Associates support collegiate education in government degree colleges across Rajasthan with a fixed monthly remuneration of ₹28,850/-. Selection is governed through a 375-mark written examination followed by document verification.
📌 RSSB Teaching Associate Recruitment 2026: Key Overview
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Agency | Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB / RSMSSB), Jaipur |
| Department / Body | Rajasthan College Education Society (Raj-CES) |
| Advertisement Number | Advt. No. 06/2026 |
| Post Name | Teaching Associate (Contractual) |
| Total Vacancies | 3,540 Posts (Across 32 Academic Disciplines) |
| Educational Qualification | Master’s Degree (Min. 55% Marks) + UGC/CSIR-NET / SLET / SET or Ph.D. |
| Age Limit (Cutoff: 01.01.2027) | 21 to 40 Years (Category-wise upper age relaxations apply) |
| Fixed Monthly Salary | ₹28,850/- per month (Consolidated) |
| Contract Tenure | Up to 5 Years (Extendable once up to 3 years based on performance) |
| Selection Mode | Written Examination (375 Marks) + Document Verification |
| Official Website | rssb.rajasthan.gov.in / sso.rajasthan.gov.in |
📅 Official Recruitment Schedule & Timelines
| Recruitment Phase | Official Timeline |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release Date | April 30, 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | May 05, 2026 |
| Closing Date for Submission of Online Application | June 03, 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Form Correction Window (₹300 Fee) | Within 3 days post application closure |
| Tentative Written Examination Schedule | August / September / October 2026 |
🏢 Major Subject-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
The total 3,540 vacancies are distributed across major academic streams as follows:
| Subject Stream | Total Vacancies | Subject Stream | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindi | 393 | Economics | 121 |
| Geography | 365 | Chemistry | 103 |
| History | 355 | Zoology | 95 |
| Political Science | 339 | Mathematics | 90 |
| English | 314 | Botany / Physics | 85 Each |
| Sociology | 185 | Public Administration | 74 |
| Sanskrit | 150 | Computer Science | 58 |
| Home Science | 104 | Agriculture Streams & Commerce | Remaining Seats |
| Total Vacancies | — | — | 3,540 Posts |
🎓 Detailed Academic Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill UGC-aligned eligibility benchmarks on or before the application cutoff date:
1. Master’s Degree Requirement
- Must possess a Master’s Degree in the relevant / concerned / allied subject with at least 55% aggregate marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale) from a recognized Indian University or an accredited foreign university.
- Relaxation: A 5% relaxation in aggregate marks (minimum 50%) is provided for SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), MBC, and PwBD candidates of Rajasthan domicile.
2. Mandatory Qualification (Any One)
- Must have qualified the National Eligibility Test (UGC-NET / CSIR-NET), OR
- Must have qualified the State Level Eligibility Test (SLET / SET) conducted by Rajasthan authorities, OR
- Must hold a Ph.D. Degree awarded in compliance with UGC Regulations 2009 or 2016.
- Note: B.Ed. or REET qualifications are NOT required for this collegiate teaching recruitment.
🔞 Age Limit Criteria & Relaxations (As of 01 January 2027)
- Minimum Age Limit: 21 Years
- Maximum Age Limit (Unreserved General Male): 40 Years
Category-Wise Upper Age Relaxations (Rajasthan Domicile)
| Candidate Category | Upper Age Relaxation | Effective Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General Male (Out-of-State Included) | No Relaxation | 40 Years |
| SC / ST / OBC / MBC / EWS Male (Rajasthan Domicile) | 5 Years | 45 Years |
| General / Unreserved Female Candidates | 5 Years | 45 Years |
| SC / ST / OBC / MBC / EWS Female (Rajasthan Domicile) | 10 Years | 50 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Up to 15 Years (Maximum limit 50 Years) | 50 Years |
💰 Remuneration & Service Terms
- Fixed Remuneration: Appointed Contractual Teaching Associates receive a fixed monthly salary of ₹28,850/- per month.
- Service Framework: Governed by the Raj-CES Hiring of Manpower Rules, 2023. The engagement is purely contractual for up to 5 years, extendable once for up to 3 years based on annual performance evaluations.
⚙️ Selection Process & Examination Pattern
Selection is conducted through an objective written examination (CBT / OMR-based) carrying 375 marks:
| Exam Component | Subject Area | Questions / Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Rajasthan General Knowledge (History, Geography, Culture, Polity & Current Affairs) | 60 MCQs / 75 Marks | 1 Hour |
| Paper II | Concerned Subject Stream Knowledge | 120 MCQs / 300 Marks | 2 Hours |
| Total Exam | Single Combined Exam Session | 180 MCQs / 375 Marks | 3 Hours |
Minimum Qualifying Marks: 36% marks in each paper for General candidates; 31% marks in each paper for SC/ST candidates.
💳 Application Fee Structure (One-Time Registration – OTR)
| Candidate Category | One-Time Registration (OTR) Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / MBC (Creamy Layer) | ₹600/- |
| OBC (NCL) / EWS / SC / ST (Rajasthan Domicile) | ₹400/- |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | ₹400/- |
| Application Form Correction Charge | ₹300/- |
📄 Mandatory Documents Checklist
Originals and self-attested copies required during Document Verification:
- Class 10th Marksheet & Certificate (Proof of Age).
- Undergraduate & Postgraduate Degree Marksheets and Final Passing Certificates.
- UGC-NET / CSIR-NET / SLET / SET Pass Certificate OR Ph.D. Degree Award Certificate.
- Rajasthan Domicile / Bonafide Residence Certificate (for claiming state category relaxation).
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/MBC/EWS) in prescribed Rajasthan state format.
- Valid Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or PAN Card).
- Printed Confirmation Copy of SSO Application Summary Form and OTR Fee Receipt.
📝 Step-by-Step Guide: How Online Application Worked
- Visited the official Rajasthan SSO portal at sso.rajasthan.gov.in.
- Logged in using SSO ID or created a new user profile via One-Time Registration (OTR).
- Navigated to Citizen Apps (G2C) ➔ Recruitment Portal.
- Selected Advertisement No. 06/2026 – Contractual Teaching Associate (Raj-CES).
- Selected the targeted subject stream matching Postgraduate credentials.
- Uploaded scanned soft copies of recent passport photo, signature, and NET/Ph.D. certificates.
- Paid OTR application fee online via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Cards, or UPI.
- Submitted the form and printed the confirmation summary page for future reference.
⚠️ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Is the RSSB Teaching Associate post a permanent government job?
No. These positions are purely contractual under the Rajasthan College Education Society (Raj-CES) Hiring of Manpower Rules, 2023.
2. Is B.Ed or REET required for RSSB Teaching Associate posts?
No. B.Ed. or REET qualifications are not required. Eligibility is based on a Postgraduate degree + NET/SET/Ph.D. per UGC higher education norms.
3. What is the fixed monthly salary for a Teaching Associate in Raj-CES colleges?
Selected Teaching Associates receive a fixed consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹28,850 per month.
4. Can candidates apply for multiple subjects?
Candidates holding Master’s degrees in different subjects and meeting NET/SET/Ph.D. criteria in those streams could apply, subject to separate SSO form submissions per advertisement rules.
Disclaimer: Govt Result Alert is an independent educational news portal providing updates on public sector and collegiate recruitments. We are not officially affiliated with the Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) or Raj-CES. Candidates are advised to cross-verify all official notices directly at rssb.rajasthan.gov.in.

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