Rajasthan SET 2026 Online Form – Last Date 10 August

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Rajasthan SET 2026 Date Extended

University of Kota | Rajasthan SET 2026

University of Kota, Kota is conducting the Rajasthan State Eligibility Test 2026 to determine eligibility for Assistant Professor recruitment in Rajasthan. Initially, candidates could submit their applications within the earlier deadline. However, the university has now extended the online application deadline to 10 August 2026. Moreover, the written examination will take place on 13 September 2026 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Therefore, candidates should read the latest revised notification before submitting the form.

Latest Update: The online application deadline has been extended to 10 August 2026. Meanwhile, candidates can correct their online-form particulars up to 11 August 2026. As a result, applicants should submit the form and complete any necessary corrections within the revised schedule.

Important Dates for Rajasthan SET 2026

  • Initially, the original notification was released on 11 June 2026.
  • After that, online applications started on 14 June 2026.
  • However, the last date has now been extended to 10 August 2026.
  • Meanwhile, the edit option will remain available up to 11 August 2026.
  • The examination will be held on 13 September 2026.
  • Moreover, the exam timing will be 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
  • Admit-card availability has not been announced.
  • Similarly, the result date has not been announced.

Application Fee Details

  • General, SBC and OBC Creamy Layer candidates of Rajasthan must pay ₹1,500.
  • Moreover, candidates from outside Rajasthan must also pay ₹1,500.
  • However, Rajasthan EWS, SBC and OBC Non-Creamy Layer candidates must pay ₹1,200.
  • Rajasthan SC, ST and all PwD candidates must pay ₹750.
  • In addition, Third-gender candidates receive the applicable fee and eligibility relaxation available to reserved categories.
  • Finally, candidates must pay the examination fee through the official online portal.

Age Limit for SET Applicants

No upper age limit has been prescribed for Rajasthan SET 2026. Therefore, eligible candidates may apply irrespective of their age.

Nature of the Examination

Total posts are not applicable. Rajasthan SET is an eligibility examination and not a direct vacancy recruitment. Therefore, the university has not announced any vacancy count.

Eligibility Criteria for Rajasthan SET 2026

  • First of all, General, Unreserved and General-EWS candidates need at least 55% marks, without rounding off, in a UGC-recognised Master’s degree or equivalent examination.
  • However, OBC Non-Creamy Layer, SC, ST, PwD and Third-gender candidates need at least 50% marks.
  • Moreover, final-year Master’s students and result-awaited candidates may apply provisionally.
  • Therefore, provisional candidates must complete their Master’s degree with the required marks within two years from the date of the SET result.
  • Normally, candidates should appear in the subject studied during their post-graduation.
  • In addition, candidates with a Master’s degree in Geography and specialisation in Population Studies may select Population Studies.

Certificate validity: The Rajasthan SET certificate remains valid permanently. However, candidates can use it only for Assistant Professor eligibility in Rajasthan. Therefore, qualifying the examination establishes eligibility but does not provide a direct appointment.

Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme

Paper Questions Marks Duration Purpose
Paper I 50 MCQs 100 1 hour Teaching and research aptitude, reasoning, comprehension, divergent thinking and general awareness
Paper II 100 MCQs 200 2 hours Subject knowledge based on the subject selected by the candidate
  • Overall, the examination lasts for 3 hours, and there is no break between Paper I and Paper II.
  • In addition, every correct answer carries 2 marks.
  • However, there is no negative marking for an incorrect response.
  • Generally, the question paper will be available in both English and Hindi.
  • Meanwhile, language-subject papers will use the concerned language.
  • Finally, candidates must attempt all questions because every question is compulsory.

Available Subjects and Codes

The examination includes the following subjects. Therefore, candidates should select the subject related to their post-graduation qualification.

Subject Code Subject Name
101001Chemical Sciences
101002Commerce
101003Computer Science and Applications
101004Earth Sciences
101005Economics
101006Education
101007English
101008Environmental Sciences
101009Geography
101010Hindi
101011History
101012Home Science
101013Law
101014Life Sciences
101015Management
101016Mathematical Sciences
101017Music
101018Philosophy
101019Physical Education
101020Physical Sciences
101021Political Science
101022Population Studies
101023Psychology
101024Public Administration
101025Rajasthani
101026Sanskrit
101027Sociology
101028Urdu
101029Visual Art
101030Library and Information Science
101031Persian
101032Punjabi
101033Sindhi
101034Statistics
101035Yoga
101036Mass Communication and Journalism
101037Sanskrit Traditional Subjects

Documents Required for the Online Form

  • First, candidates need a valid Rajasthan SSO ID and completed One Time Registration.
  • Next, they must keep Aadhaar Card or Jan Aadhaar information ready for e-KYC.
  • After that, candidates must capture a live photograph during the KYC process.
  • In addition, a handwritten specimen in PDF format, normally between 100 KB and 200 KB, is required.
  • Moreover, applicants need Hindi and English signatures in JPG or JPEG format.
  • Similarly, they must upload a thumb impression in the prescribed format.
  • Also, candidates should keep Class 10, Class 12, graduation and post-graduation documents ready.
  • Where applicable, category, domicile, disability or reservation certificates must also be uploaded.
  • Finally, applicants need an active mobile number and email address.

How to Apply for Rajasthan SET 2026

  1. First, open the Rajasthan SSO portal and log in with your SSO ID. New users should complete SSO registration.
  2. Next, open the Rajasthan Recruitment Portal and complete One Time Registration and e-KYC.
  3. After that, verify the auto-filled personal information and enter the remaining details.
  4. Meanwhile, upload the live photograph, handwritten specimen, signatures, thumb impression and academic documents.
  5. Then, open the Ongoing Recruitments section and select State Eligibility Test 2026.
  6. Moreover, select the relevant post-graduation subject and complete the remaining form.
  7. Before submitting, review every entry carefully because incorrect information may affect candidature.
  8. Afterwards, pay the applicable examination fee online.
  9. Finally, confirm that the portal has generated an Application Number and download the submitted application form.

Important: The application is considered successfully submitted only after the portal generates an Application Number. Therefore, candidates should not close the website before receiving it. In addition, applicants should keep the submitted form and fee receipt safe. Finally, they must carry the original Aadhaar Card with the admit card on the examination day.

Qualifying Process and Certificate

  • First, candidates must appear for Paper I, which tests teaching and research aptitude.
  • Next, they must attempt Paper II based on their selected post-graduation subject.
  • After that, the university will apply subject-wise and category-wise qualifying criteria.
  • Finally, qualifying candidates will receive the Rajasthan SET eligibility certificate.

There is no interview in the Rajasthan SET examination process. However, qualifying candidates do not receive a direct appointment. Instead, universities, colleges and recruitment agencies may conduct a separate recruitment process for Assistant Professor posts.

Candidates can use the following official links. However, they should read the latest notification before applying online.

Rajasthan SET Online Application Apply Now
Latest Revised Notification – 31 July 2026 View Latest Notice
Correction in Application Particulars View Correction Notice
Candidate Application Guidelines Read Instructions
Rajasthan SET Original Notification View Original Notice
Rajasthan SET Information Page Visit SET Page
University of Kota Website Visit University Website

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the extended last date for Rajasthan SET 2026?
Candidates can submit the online form up to 10 August 2026. Therefore, they should complete the application before the portal closes.

When will the SET examination be conducted?
The examination is scheduled for 13 September 2026. Moreover, the exam timing will be 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

Is there an upper age limit for applicants?
No upper age limit has been prescribed. Therefore, eligible candidates may apply irrespective of their age.

Can a final-year Master’s student apply?
Yes, final-year and result-awaited candidates may apply provisionally. However, they must complete the Master’s degree with the required marks within two years from the SET result date.

Does qualifying SET provide a direct Assistant Professor job?
No, the examination only establishes eligibility. After that, candidates must participate in the recruitment process conducted by the concerned institution or agency.

Disclaimer: Sarkari Chatra is not an official government website. We provide educational and examination updates for immediate reference. However, candidates must verify all dates, eligibility rules and fees through the official University of Kota notification. Therefore, applicants should read the official instructions before submitting the form.

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