Rajasthan SET 2026 Overview
The Rajasthan SET 2026 Notification has been officially released by the University of Kota. This exam is for candidates who want to become Assistant Professor in Rajasthan colleges. The Rajasthan State Eligibility Test 2026 will be held on 6th September 2026. Candidates can apply online from 14th June to 31th July 2026. The exam has two papers with total 300 marks. There is no negative marking. Below is the complete overview of Rajasthan SET 2026.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | University of Kota |
| Exam Name | Rajasthan State Eligibility Test (SET) 2026 |
| Purpose | Assistant Professor Eligibility |
| Total Subjects | 107 |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR Based) |
| Official Website | Click Here to Visit Official Website |
Rajasthan SET 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Rajasthan SET 2026 Notification Release | 11th June 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 14th June 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 31th July 2026 |
| Rajasthan SET 2026 Exam Date | 6th September 2026 |
Rajasthan SET 2026 Subject List
The Rajasthan SET 2026 exam is conducted for 35 subjects. Candidates must appear in the subject of their post graduation only.
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Subject Code | Subject Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 101001 | Chemical Sciences | 101013 | Law |
| 101002 | Commerce | 101014 | Life Science and Biotechnology |
| 101003 | Computer Science and Applications | 101015 | Management |
| 101004 | Earth Sciences | 101016 | Mathematical Sciences |
| 101005 | Economics | 101017 | Music |
| 101006 | Education | 101018 | Philosophy |
| 101007 | English | 101019 | Physical Education |
| 101008 | Environmental Science | 101020 | Physical Science |
| 101009 | Geography | 101021 | Political Science |
| 101010 | Hindi | 101022 | Population Studies |
| 101011 | History | 101023 | Psychology |
| 101012 | Home Science | 101024 | Public Administration |
| 101025 | Rajasthani | 101030 | Library and Information Science |
| 101026 | Sanskrit | 101031 | Persian |
| 101027 | Sociology | 101032 | Punjabi |
| 101028 | Urdu | 101033 | Sindhi |
| 101029 | Visual Arts | 101034 | Statistics |
| 101035 | Yoga |
The Rajasthan SET 2026 exam is conducted for 107 subjects. Candidates must appear in the subject of their post graduation only.
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Note: Candidates with Master's degree in Geography with specialization in Population Studies can also appear in Population Studies subject.
Rajasthan SET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have a Master's degree from a recognized university. The minimum marks required are:
| Category | Minimum Marks Required |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved / EWS | 55% marks in Master's degree |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) / SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender | 50% marks in Master's degree |
Rajasthan SET 2026 Educational Qualification
Candidates who are appearing in the final year of their Master's degree can also apply. Such candidates will be admitted provisionally. They must complete their Master's degree within two years from the date of SET result. They must also achieve the required percentage of marks. Failing this, they will be disqualified.
Rajasthan SET 2026 Subject Eligibility
Candidates must appear in the subject of their post graduation only. If a candidate's subject is not in the SET list, they can appear in UGC NET or UGC-CSIR NET.
Rajasthan SET 2026 Educational Qualification
There is no upper age limit for Rajasthan SET 2026. Candidates of any age can apply.
Rajasthan SET 2026 Age Limit and Certificate Validity
The SET certificate is valid only for the state of Rajasthan. The validity of the certificate is forever. Recruitment to Assistant Professor posts will be done by universities, colleges, and recruitment agencies based on SET qualification.
Rajasthan SET 2026 Exam Pattern
The Rajasthan SET 2026 exam has two papers. Both papers have objective multiple choice questions. There is no break between the papers. Total time is 3 hours (180 minutes).
| Paper | Marks | Number of Questions | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | 100 | 50 | 1 hour |
| Paper II | 200 | 100 | 2 hours |
| Total | 300 | 150 | 3 hours |
Rajasthan SET 2026 Paper I Details
Paper I has 50 questions for 100 marks. This paper tests teaching aptitude and research aptitude. It also tests reasoning ability, reading comprehension, divergent thinking, and general awareness.
Rajasthan SET 2026 Paper II Details
Paper II has 100 questions for 200 marks. This paper is based on the subject selected by the candidate. It tests the subject knowledge of the candidate.
Rajasthan SET 2026 Marking Scheme
Each question carries 2 marks. For each correct answer, the candidate gets 2 marks. There is no negative marking for wrong answers. No marks are given for unattempted questions.
If a question is found to be incorrect or ambiguous, only candidates who attempted it will get credit. If the question is dropped, all candidates will get 2 marks for that question.
Medium of Question Paper
The question paper is in English and Hindi only. Language papers will be in the concerned language only. In case of any confusion, the English version will be considered final.
Rajasthan SET 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / SBC / OBC (Creamy Layer) of Rajasthan State | Rs. 1500 |
| Out of State Candidates | Rs. 1500 |
| EWS / SBC / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) of Rajasthan State | Rs. 1200 |
| SC / ST of Rajasthan State | Rs. 750 |
| All PwD Candidates | Rs. 750 |
Note: Third gender category candidates will get the same fee relaxation as SC/ST/PwD categories.
How to Apply Rajasthan SET 2026 ?
Step 1: Go to the official University of Kota website. Click Here to Visit Official Website
Step 2: On the homepage, click on the link for SET 2026.
Step 3: Alternatively, go to the SSO portal. Click Here to Visit SSO Portal
Step 4: Register yourself using a valid email ID and mobile number.
Step 5: Fill the online application form with all required details.
Step 6: Upload scanned photograph and signature in the required format.
Step 7: Pay the application fee online through debit card, credit card, or net banking.
Step 8: Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Rajasthan SET 2026 Important Instructions
The detailed notification can be downloaded from the official website. All eligibility conditions and syllabus are the same as UGC NET prescribed by UGC New Delhi. Candidates are advised to visit the official website regularly for updates. The syllabus can be downloaded from the UGC website, CSIR website, or University website.
Important Links
| Link Description | Direct Access |
|---|---|
| New Registration | Click Here to Register |
| Apply Online | Click Here to Apply |
| Download Notification PDF | Click Here to Download Notification |
| Download Syllabus | Click Here to Download Syllabus |
| Official Website | Click Here to Visit Official Website |
| Telegram Channel | Click Here to Join Telegram |
| WhatsApp Channel | Click Here to Join WhatsApp |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the <strong>Rajasthan SET 2026 exam date</strong>?
The <strong>Rajasthan SET 2026 exam</strong> will be conducted on 6th September 2026. Candidates can visit <strong>govtexam.study/</strong> for more updates.
How many <strong>subjects in Rajasthan SET 2026</strong> are available?
There are <strong>35 subjects in Rajasthan SET 2026</strong>. Candidates must choose the subject of their post graduation only.
What is the <strong>Rajasthan SET 2026 eligibility criteria</strong> for General category?
General category candidates must have <strong>55% marks in Master's degree</strong>. OBC/SC/ST/PwD candidates need 50% marks. Final year students can also apply.
What is the <strong>Rajasthan SET 2026 exam pattern</strong> and marking scheme?
The <strong>Rajasthan SET 2026 exam pattern</strong> has two papers with total 150 questions for 300 marks. There is no negative marking. Each question carries 2 marks.
Where can I download <strong>Rajasthan SET 2026 syllabus PDF</strong>?
You can download <strong>Rajasthan SET 2026 syllabus PDF</strong> from the UGC website or the University website. Visit <strong>govtexam.study/</strong> for direct download links.