Rajasthan CET Exam Date 2026 Announced; RSSB Releases Schedule for 12th and Graduation Level Exams.The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) has officially announced the exam schedule for the Rajasthan Common Eligibility Test (CET) 2026, bringing relief to lakhs of government job aspirants across the state. The board released the examination calendar on June 18, confirming separate schedules for Senior Secondary (12th Level) and Graduation Level candidates.
The CET serves as a common screening examination for several state government recruitments and eliminates the need for candidates to appear in multiple preliminary examinations.
Rajasthan CET Exam Date 2026: Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) |
| Exam Name | Common Eligibility Test (CET) 2026 |
| Exam Level | State-Level Eligibility Test |
| CET Senior Secondary Exam Dates | 23 October to 25 October 2026 |
| CET Graduation Level Exam Dates | 1 December to 3 December 2026 |
| Official Website | rssb.rajasthan.gov.in |
Rajasthan CET 12th Level Exam Date 2026
According to the official notification, the Senior Secondary (12th Level) CET will be conducted from 23 October to 25 October 2026. Candidates who have passed Class 12 and are aiming for various government jobs in Rajasthan will be eligible to appear for this examination.
Rajasthan CET Graduation Level Exam Date 2026
The Graduation Level CET is scheduled to be held from 1 December to 3 December 2026. Graduates aspiring for higher-level posts in different state departments can participate in this examination.
Official RSSB Press Note
The examination schedule has been released through an official press note issued by RSSB Secretary Preeti Mathur. As per the notification, candidates are advised to keep checking the board’s website regularly for the latest updates regarding application forms, admit cards, and examination guidelines.
Rajasthan CET 2026 Exam Pattern
The exam pattern for both 12th Level and Graduation Level CET remains similar.
Exam Pattern
- Total Questions: 150
- Total Marks: 300
- Duration: As prescribed by RSSB
- Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Negative Marking: No negative marking
Subject-wise Distribution
| Subjects | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Science, History, Polity, Geography, Current Affairs | 38 | 76 |
| Geography, History, Culture and Polity of Rajasthan | 30 | 60 |
| General Hindi and English | 22 | 44 |
| Mental Ability and Numerical Efficiency | 45 | 90 |
| Basic Computer | 15 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 300 |
Expected Admit Card Release Date
The Rajasthan CET Admit Card 2026 is expected to be released around 7 to 10 days before the examination.
- Senior Secondary Level Admit Card: Second week of October 2026.
- Graduation Level Admit Card: Last week of November 2026.
Candidates will have to download their hall tickets online, as no admit cards will be sent through post.
Qualifying Marks
Candidates need to secure the minimum qualifying marks to become eligible for the next stage of recruitment.
- General Category: 40%
- OBC/EWS: 40%
- SC/ST: 35%
Qualifying the CET does not guarantee selection; it only makes candidates eligible for post-specific recruitment examinations and document verification.
Benefits of Rajasthan CET
The Common Eligibility Test has simplified the recruitment process in Rajasthan by providing:
- One examination for multiple government posts.
- Reduced burden of appearing in several preliminary exams.
- Faster recruitment process.
- Transparent and merit-based selection.
- A common eligibility score accepted for various vacancies.
How to Check Rajasthan CET Exam Schedule 2026
Candidates can follow these steps:
- Visit the official RSSB website.
- Go to the “Latest News” section.
- Click on “Press Note Regarding Exam Dates for CET (Senior Secondary and Graduation) 2026.”
- Open the PDF notification.
- Download and save it for future reference.
