The Rajasthan State Eligibility Test (SET) 2026 is a state-level examination that determines eligibility for Assistant Professor posts in colleges and universities across Rajasthan — and the online application window is now expected to open soon.
Rajasthan SET is conducted on behalf of the University Grants Commission (UGC) and serves as the state-level equivalent of the national NET exam. Clearing SET qualifies a candidate to teach at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Rajasthan’s higher education institutions. Candidates who have already cleared UGC NET are separately eligible, but SET offers an additional route specifically for those targeting posts within the state.
Rajasthan SET 2026 – Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Rajasthan State Eligibility Test (SET) 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Board of Secondary Education Rajasthan (BSER) / Designated Authority |
| Purpose | Eligibility for Assistant Professor in Rajasthan colleges & universities |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR-based) |
| Number of Papers | Two (Paper I & Paper II) |
| Official Website | uok.ac.in, rajeduboard.rajasthan.gov.in |
| Application Fee (General) | To be confirmed — check official notification |
| Notification Status | Expected 2026 — verify on official website |
Note: Specific dates and fee figures above are subject to change. Always confirm from the official notification before applying.
What Is Rajasthan SET?
Rajasthan SET is conducted to identify candidates who are eligible to serve as Assistant Professors in degree colleges, autonomous colleges, and universities within Rajasthan. It is recognised by the UGC under the NET/SET equivalence framework. A valid SET score is typically accepted for appointments to assistant professor positions advertised by Rajasthan’s higher education department and universities.
The exam is generally held across dozens of subjects — from Hindi and History to Chemistry and Computer Science. Candidates can appear in the subject of their postgraduate specialisation. Importantly, SET qualification does not make a candidate eligible for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF); that remains under UGC NET only.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in the relevant subject from a recognised university with a minimum of 55% marks. Those belonging to SC, ST, OBC (non-creamy layer), PwD, and Transgender categories are usually given a 5% relaxation, bringing the minimum to 50%. Candidates who are in their final year of a Master’s programme may also be permitted to apply provisionally — subject to confirmation at the time of document verification.
Age Limit
There is generally no upper age limit for Rajasthan SET. However, candidates should check the official notification carefully, as specific conditions or relaxations may be mentioned for certain categories. Age proof will be required at the time of document verification.
Domicile / Nationality
Indian nationals are eligible to apply. Rajasthan SET is a state-level exam, and certain posts that accept SET scores may additionally require Rajasthan domicile. Candidates should verify domicile requirements with the specific university or institution where they wish to apply later.
Application Fee
The application fee structure for Rajasthan SET 2026 has not been officially confirmed at the time of this article. Historically, the fee has been structured in a tiered manner — lower for reserved categories (SC/ST/PwD) and higher for General/OBC/EWS candidates. Payment is typically accepted through net banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI on the official portal.
Rendered view:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved (All States) | Rs. 1500/- |
| EWS / SBC / OBC-NCL (Rajasthan Domicile) | Rs. 1200/- |
| SC / ST (Rajasthan Domicile) | Rs. 750/- |
| PwD / Divyang (All Categories) | Rs. 750/- |
| Third Gender | Rs. 750/- |
Exam Pattern
Paper I – General Paper on Teaching & Research Aptitude
Paper I is common for all subjects and tests a candidate’s general aptitude for teaching and research. It covers reasoning ability, reading comprehension, communication, information and communication technology, people and environment, and higher education system. The paper typically carries 50 questions for 100 marks, and all questions are objective/MCQ type.
Paper II – Subject-Specific Paper
Paper II is based on the subject chosen by the candidate at the time of application. It usually carries 100 questions for 200 marks. The syllabus for Paper II aligns broadly with UGC NET syllabi for the respective subjects, though candidates must refer to the Rajasthan SET-specific syllabus released alongside the official notification.
Both papers are generally conducted on the same day with a gap between them. There is no negative marking in most SET examinations, but this should be verified from the official notification for 2026.
How to Apply Online
Once the official notification is released, candidates can follow the steps below to submit their Rajasthan SET 2026 application form online:
- Visit the official website at uok.ac.in
- Look for the Rajasthan SET 2026 Online Application link on the homepage and click on it.
- Register yourself using a valid mobile number and email address. Note down the registration ID and password generated.
- Log in using your credentials and open the application form.
- Fill in your personal details — name, date of birth, category, domicile, and contact information — carefully and accurately.
- Enter your educational qualification details, including your Master’s degree subject, university name, year of passing, and percentage of marks.
- Choose your preferred exam centre and subject for Paper II from the available options.
- Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-size photograph and signature in the specified format and size.
- Proceed to the payment gateway and pay the applicable application fee using net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI.
- Review the completed form thoroughly before final submission. Once submitted, most fields cannot be edited.
- Download and print the application confirmation page / receipt for your records. Keep it safely until the recruitment process concludes.
Important Dates
The Rajasthan SET 2026 schedule — including the notification release date, online application start and end dates, admit card release, and exam date — had not been officially confirmed at the time this article was written. Candidates should regularly check the official website and the official notification PDF (once released) for the confirmed schedule. Do not rely on unofficial sources for date information.
Admit Card & Result
After the application process closes, the conducting body releases admit cards on the official portal. Candidates must download the admit card using their registration number and date of birth. No admit card is dispatched by post. The result, after the examination, is typically declared as a merit list or score card on the same official portal. Qualifying candidates receive a SET certificate that remains valid for appointment to assistant professor posts in Rajasthan.
Preparation Tips
Paper I preparation should focus on the UGC NET Paper I syllabus, since the content is very similar. NCERT-level understanding of logical reasoning, data interpretation, and education system topics is a good starting point. For Paper II, go through the official subject syllabus line by line and cover standard postgraduate-level textbooks in your subject. Previous year Rajasthan SET question papers — available through the official website’s archive — are among the most useful preparation resources you can find.
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download |
| Official Website | rajeduboard.rajasthan.gov.in |
