REET Mains Exam Date 2026: Official Schedule, Shift Timings & 10,208 Vacancies

The official REET Mains Exam Schedule 2026, including subject-wise dates and shift timings, is now available for candidates appearing for Level 1 & 2 teaching posts. Read on for the full exam schedule and essential details.

The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) has officially released the subject-specific REET Mains Exam Date 2026 for Primary and Upper Primary Teacher positions. Candidates can view the schedule at rajeduboard.rajasthan.gov.in or rssb.rajasthan.gov.in. The REET Mains Exam 2026 is scheduled to take place over four consecutive days, from January 17th to January 20th, 2026, conducted in two shifts daily.

REET Mains Notification 2025-26

Through this comprehensive recruitment drive, the RSSB aims to fill 10,208 vacancies for Primary (Class 1-V) and Upper Primary (Class VI-VIII) teachers across Rajasthan government schools.

REET Vacancy 2025-26

The official REET recruitment notification confirms a total of 10,208 teacher vacancies for Primary (Classes 1-5) and Upper Primary (Classes 6-8) levels.

Level	Vacancy
Level 1 (Classes 1-5)	8085
Level 2 (Classes 6-8)	2123
Total	10208

REET Mains Level 1 Vacancy 2025-26

Department	Area	Vacancies
Sanskrit Education	General	609
Sanskrit Education	TSP	27
General Education	General	422
General Education	TSP	27
Elementary Education	General	6,146
Elementary Education	TSP	854
Total		8085

REET Mains Level 2 Vacancy 2025-26

Subject	Area	Vacancies
Sanskrit	General	319
Sanskrit	TSP	70
Hindi	General	156
Hindi	TSP	18
English	General	202
English	TSP	19
Social Science	General	272
Social Science	TSP	24
Maths & Science	General	970
Maths & Science	TSP	73
Total		2123

REET Mains Exam Date 2026 Out, Level 1 and 2 Exam Schedule (10208 Vacancies)

Eligibility Criteria for REET Mains Exam 2026

Eligibility for the REET Mains Exam is strictly regulated based on educational qualifications and age limits. Candidates should review the detailed criteria outlined in the official recruitment notification.

Level 1 Educational Qualification (Class 1 to 5)

Candidates must have successfully cleared the Rajasthan Eligibility Examination for Teachers (R.E.E.T.) in their respective subjects and meet the specific educational standards as tabulated in the official documentation.

Posts	Education Qualification
Primary School Teacher, Sanskrit Education	Senior Upadhyaya or its equivalent traditional Sanskrit examination with minimum 50 per cent marks and two-year Diploma in Elementary Education (OR) Varishtha Upadhyaya (Or its equivalent traditional Sanskrit examination) with at least 45% marks and 2-year diploma in Elementary Education, in accordance with the NCTE (Recognition, Norms and procedure) Regulations-2002 (OR) Varishtha Upadhyaya (Or its equivalent traditional Sanskrit examination) with at least 50% marks and 4-year Bachelor in Elementary Education (B.El.Ed.) (OR) Shastri (Or its equivalent traditional Sanskrit examination) and 2 year Diploma in Elementary Education (AND) Must have passed the Rajasthan Eligibility Examination for Teacher (R.E.E.T.) in the subject applying for.
Primary School Teacher General Education	Senior Secondary (Or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 2-year diploma in Elementary Education (OR) Senior Secondary (Or its equivalent) with at least 45% marks and 2 year diploma in Elementary Education, in accordance with the NCTE (Recognition Norms and Procedure) Regulations 2002 (OR) Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 4 year Bachelor in Elementary Education (B.El.Ed.) (OR) Graduation with 2 year diploma in Elementary Education (AND) Must have passed the Rajasthan Eligibility Examination for Teacher (R.E.E.T.) in the subject applying for

Level 2 Educational Qualification

Please refer to the table below for the mandatory educational qualifications required for the Upper Primary School Teacher (Sanskrit Education) (Level-II, Class 6-8) recruitment.

Post Name	Educational Qualification
Upper Primary School Teacher (Social Science, English, Mathematics-Science, Hindi)	Graduation and 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (OR) Graduation with at least 45% marks and 1-year Bachelor’s in Education (B.Ed), in accordance with the NCTE (Recognition Norms and Procedure) Regulations issued from time to time in this regard. Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 4 year Bachelor’s in Elementary Education (B.El.Ed.) (OR) Senior Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 4 year B.A./B.Sc.Ed. or B.A. Ed./B.Sc.Ed. (AND) Post-Graduation with a minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade and a three-year integrated B.Ed./M.Ed
Upper Primary School Teacher (Sanskrit)	Shastri (Or its equivalent traditional Sanskrit examination) and a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (OR) Shastri (Or its equivalent traditional Sanskrit examination) with at least 50% marks and a 1-year Bachelor’s in Education (B.Ed.) (OR) Shastri (Or its equivalent traditional Sanskrit examination) with at least 45% marks and a 1-year Bachelor in Education (B.Ed.) in accordance with the NCTE (Recognition Norms and Procedure), Regulation issued from time to time in this regard (OR) Varishtha Upadhyay (Or its equivalent traditional Sanskrit examination) with at least 50% marks and a 4-year Bachelor’s in Elementary Education (B.El.Ed.) (OR) Varishtha Upadhyay (Or its equivalent traditional Sanskrit examination) with at least 50% marks and a 4-year Shastri-Shiksha/B.A. Ed. (AND) Must have passed the Rajasthan Eligibility Examination for Teacher (R.E.E.T.) in the subject applying for.

Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026)

Minimum Age – 18 years
Maximum Age – 40 years
The upper age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per the Rajasthan Government norms

Category	Upper Age Limit
Economically Weaker Section/Other Backward Class/Most Backward Class/Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe and Sahariya	5 years
Female candidates of the general category and female candidates of all categories of other states	5 years
Female candidates belonging to the Economically Weaker Section/Other Backward Class/Most Backward Class/Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe and Sahariya category	10 years

REET Mains Selection Process 2026

Applicants aiming for Level 1 and Level 2 teaching roles must qualify through the standard REET Mains selection process, which evaluates candidates through a structured examination format.

Written Examination– Candidates must appear for the REET Mains exam, which is conducted for Level 1 (Classes 1-5) and Level 2 (Classes 6-8). The exam carries objective multiple-choice questions with negative marking.
Merit List Preparation- Based on the marks obtained in the written exam, a merit list is prepared for each level and category.
Document Verification Process- Shortlisted candidates from the merit list are called for document verification to authenticate eligibility, caste/category certificates, educational qualifications, and other relevant documents.
Final Selection: After successful document verification, candidates are selected for appointment as teachers in Rajasthan’s elementary schools as per the available vacancies.

REET Mains 2026 Exam Pattern

The REET Mains Exam comprises 150 multiple-choice questions carrying a total of 300 marks. The syllabus covers General Knowledge, Rajasthan-specific GK, Pedagogy, Subject Knowledge, and Information Technology, with a consistent pattern for both Level 1 and Level 2.

REET Mains 2025 Exam Pattern
Exam Levels	Level 1 (Class 1–5) & Level 2 (Class 6–8)
Exam Mode	Offline (OMR-based)
Total Questions	150
Total Marks	300
Sections Included	Rajasthan GK, General Awareness, Subject Knowledge, Pedagogy, IT
Type of Questions	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Duration	2 hours 30 minutes
Negative Marking	1/3rd mark

REET Mains Syllabus 2026

Candidates are strongly encouraged to thoroughly review the REET Mains Syllabus to gain a clear understanding of the marking scheme, core topics, and exam structure.

REET Syllabus for Primary School Teacher General Education
Part	Topics	Total Marks
Geographical, historical, and cultural knowledge of Rajasthan, the Rajasthani language	Geography	100
	History and Culture
	Rajasthani language
Rajasthan General Knowledge, Educational Scenario, Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, and Current Affairs	General Knowledge of Rajasthan	80
	Educational landscape
	Current Affairs
School Subject	हिन्दीः- शब्द-भेद (संज्ञा, सर्वनाम, विशेषण, क्रिया, क्रिया-विशेषण), संधि, समास, शब्द-रूपांतरण, शब्द-शुद्धि, मुहावरें एवं लोकोक्तियाँ	10
	English:- Articles, Tense, Voice, Narration, Idioms & Proverbs, Phrasal Verbs, One Word Substitution	10
	Mathematics	10
	General Science	10
	General Studies	10
Teaching Methods and Strategies	Hindi	08
	English	08
	Math	08
	General Science	08
	General Studies	08
	educational Psychology	20
	Information Technology	10

REET Syllabus for Level 1 for Primary School Teacher, Sanskrit Education
Part	Topics	Total Marks
Geographical, historical, and cultural knowledge of Rajasthan, the Rajasthani language	Geography	100
	History and Culture
	Rajasthani language
Rajasthan General Knowledge, Educational Scenario, Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, and Current Affairs	General Knowledge of Rajasthan	80
	Educational landscape
	Current Affairs
Knowledge of the Sanskrit subject		50
Academic methodology of the Sanskrit subject		40
Educational Psychology		20
Information Technology		10

REET Primary/ Upper Primary Teacher Salary 2026

Selected teachers will undergo a 2-year probationary training period. Upon successful completion, candidates will receive a salary as per Pay Level 10 of the 7th Pay Commission, including benefits like House Rent Allowance (HRA), Dearness Allowance (DA), and other applicable state allowances.

Post Name	Salary
Primary/ Upper Primary Teacher	Pay Level 10

REET Mains Application Fee 2025-26

Application fees for the REET recruitment must be submitted according to the candidate's category, as specified in the official notification, via the state-authorized e-Mitra Kiosk or a Public Facilitation Center (C.S.C.).

Category	Level 1	Level 2
General Category Creamy Layer Category Other Backward Class/Extremely Backward Class	Rs. 600/-	Rs. 600/-
Non-Creamy Layer Category Other Backward Class/Extreme Backward Class and Economically Weaker Section/Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe	Rs. 400/-	Rs. 400/-
All disabled applicants	Rs. 400/-	Rs. 400/-

Steps to Apply for REET Mains Exam 2026

Follow the official guidelines provided on the RSSB portal to complete your REET Mains application form accurately.

Visit the official Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) website or the official REET application portal.
Look for the link/button labelled “REET Mains Exam 2025 Application”.
Register yourself by providing basic details such as name, date of birth, mobile number, and email ID. Create a password if required.
Log in using the registration credentials to access the application form.
Fill in the application form carefully with details like personal information, educational qualifications, exam level (Level 1 for Classes 1-5 or Level 2 for Classes 6-8), category, and other details.
Upload scanned copies of required documents, such as a photograph, signature, and any category certificate, in the prescribed format and size.
Pay the application fee online through net banking, credit/debit card, or other available payment methods.
Review the entire application form to ensure all information is correct and complete.
Submit the application form.
After submission, download and save the confirmation page or acknowledgement receipt for future reference.

FAQs

Q1. How many vacancy are released under REET Notification 2025?

A total of 7,759 vacancies for Primary and Upper Primary teachers are available as part of the broader recruitment initiative detailed in the REET Mains Notification.

Q2. What is the selection process for Primary (Classes 1-5) and Upper Primary (Classes 6-8) teacher posts?

The selection for the REET recruitment is determined solely through the written examination.

Q3. What is REET Mains Exam Date 2026?

The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board has confirmed that the REET Mains 2026 examination will be held from January 17th to January 20th, 2026.

Q4. Is there any age limit for REET Mains 2025?

The eligible age limit for applicants is between 18 and 40 years as of January 1st, 2026.

Q5. Is there any interview for REET Mains ?

There is no interview phase; final selection is based exclusively on the performance in the written examination.