RPSC School Lecturer Recruitment 2025 - Ignite Your Teaching Career in Rajasthan!
Are you ready to make a significant impact on the future of education in Rajasthan? The **Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC)** has just unveiled a monumental opportunity, inviting online applications for a staggering **3225 posts of School Lecturers and Coaches**! These coveted positions span across 27 diverse subjects within the Secondary Education Department, offering you a chance to secure a permanent and prestigious teaching role in the vibrant state of Rajasthan.
This is more than just a job; it's a call to passionate educators and dedicated sports professionals to shape young minds and contribute to the academic and athletic excellence of the state. You'll find vacancies in a wide array of subjects, including a significant number for Hindi (710 posts), English (307 posts), Political Science (350 posts), Commerce (430 posts), and many more. Additionally, there are specialized Coach positions for various sports like Athletics, Basketball, Volleyball, and Kabaddi, among others.
To be eligible, you generally need a **Post Graduate or equivalent examination recognized by UGC in your relevant subject**, combined with a **Degree or Diploma in Education recognized by the National Council of Teacher Education (NCTE)/Government**. For certain specialized subjects like Commerce, Drawing, Music, Physical Education, and the Coach roles, there are specific detailed qualification requirements, so it's crucial to consult the official notification for precise details. The age limit for applicants is between **21 to 40 years as on January 01, 2026**. The good news is that significant age relaxations are applicable for various categories as per Rajasthan Government rules, including 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS males of Rajasthan, and a generous 10 years for SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS females of Rajasthan.
The selection process will be through a rigorous **Competitive Examination**, which will carry a total of 450 marks. This examination is divided into two papers, both featuring Multiple Choice Questions with negative marking (one-third deduction for each wrong answer). You'll need to score a minimum of 40% marks in each paper to qualify, with a 5% relaxation for SC/ST candidates. The application window is from **August 14, 2025, to September 12, 2025 (until midnight)**. Don't let this incredible opportunity pass you by – seize the moment to ignite your teaching career and become a part of Rajasthan's educational transformation!
RPSC School Lecturer Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) |
|---|---|
| Notification No. | 06/Exam/School Lect.&Coach/RPSC/EP-1/2025-26 |
| Date of Notification | 17 July 2025 |
| Post Names | School Lecturer & Coach (27 Subjects) |
| Total Vacancies | 3225 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Pay Matrix Level L-12 (Grade Pay -4800/-) |
| Employment Type | Permanent |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 14 August 2025 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 12 September 2025 (Midnight) |
| Examination Date | To be Notified Later |
| Job Location | Rajasthan |
| Official Website | rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in |
Important Dates for RPSC School Lecturer Recruitment 2025
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 17 July 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 14 August 2025 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 12 September 2025 (Midnight) |
| Examination Date | To be Notified Later |
Make sure to apply well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues!
One-Time Registration (OTR) Fees
| Category | One-Time Registration Fee (Rs.) |
|---|---|
| General (Unreserved) / OBC (Creamy Layer) / MBC (Creamy Layer) Candidates | 600/- |
| Reserved Category (SC / ST / OBC Non-Creamy Layer / MBC Non-Creamy Layer / EWS / Sahariya) Candidates of Rajasthan | 400/- |
| PwBD Candidates | 400/- |
Note: Applicants from outside Rajasthan (other states) will be considered as General Category candidates and must pay Rs. 600/-.
RPSC School Lecturer 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026):
- Minimum Age: 21 years.
- Maximum Age: 40 years.
- Age Relaxation:
- Rajasthan State SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS Male Candidates: 5 years
- Rajasthan State SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS Female Candidates: 10 years
- General (Unreserved) Category Female Candidates of Rajasthan: 5 years
- Widow & Divorced/Deserted Women: No upper age limit
- Ex-Prisoners: Age relaxation equal to imprisonment period (if not overage before conviction)
- Cadet Instructors (NCC): Relaxation equal to service rendered (resultant age not exceeding max age by more than 3 years)
- Persons serving in State/Panchayat Samities/Zila Parishads/State PSUs in substantive capacity: Max 40 years
- Released Emergency Commissioned Officers & Short Service Commissioned Officers: Deemed within age limit if eligible at commissioning time.
- Temporary Appointees to Service: Deemed within age limit if eligible at initial appointment (up to 2 chances).
- Ex-Servicemen: 10 years relaxation (max 50 years, or 55 years if lower post experience is essential).
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 5 years relaxation.
Educational Qualification (as per notification):
- For Post Code 1 to 12 & 14 to 16 (General Subjects):
- Post Graduate or Equivalent examination recognized by UGC in the relevant subject.
- Degree or Diploma in Education recognized by the National Council of Teacher Education (NCTE)/Government.
- For Post Code 13 (Home Science):
- Post Graduate or equivalent examination recognized by UGC/Indian Council of Agricultural Research in Home Science.
- Degree or Diploma in Education recognized by NCTE/Government.
- For Post Code 17 (Biology/Zoology/Botany etc.):
- Post Graduate or Equivalent examination recognized by UGC in Zoology/Botany/Micro-Biology/Bio-Technology/Life Science/Bio Science (provided studied Botany and Zoology at Graduation level).
- Degree or Diploma in Education recognized by NCTE/Government.
- For Post Code 18 (Commerce):
- Post Graduate or Equivalent examination recognized by UGC in Commerce with B.Com. OR Post Graduate or equivalent examination recognized by UGC in Commerce, having at least two teaching subjects for Higher Secondary classes as prescribed by the Board of Secondary Education, Rajasthan, Ajmer for Commerce group.
- Degree or Diploma in Education recognized by NCTE/Government.
- For Post Code 19 (Drawing):
- Post Graduate or Equivalent examination recognized by UGC in Drawing or equivalent qualification declared by Government.
- OR Diploma of four/five years' duration in Arts from any school/College of Arts recognized by the Government.
- For Post Code 20 (Music):
- Post Graduate or Equivalent examination recognized by UGC in Music or equivalent qualification declared by Government.
- For Post Code 21 (Physical Education Lecturer):
- Graduate or Equivalent examination recognized by UGC.
- Post Graduate in Physical Education/M.P.Ed. (2 years duration) recognized by NCTE.
- For Post Code 22 to 27 (Coach):
- Graduate or Equivalent examination recognized by UGC.
- Degree or Diploma in Physical Education.
- Full term/time National Institute of Sports (NIS) Certificate from any branch of National Institute of Sports.
- General Requirement for all posts: Working knowledge of Hindi written in Devnagari Script and knowledge of Rajasthani culture.
- Note: Candidates appearing in the final year of the required educational qualification are also eligible to apply, but must provide proof of acquiring the qualification before the competitive examination.
Experience Requirements:
- Generally, no prior teaching experience is explicitly mentioned as mandatory for the School Lecturer posts, but candidates with relevant experience should highlight it.
- For Coach positions (Post Code 22-27), a "Full term/time National Institute of Sports (NIS) Certificate" is required, which implies a structured training and practical experience in sports coaching.
- For specific posts, if any lower post experience is essential (e.g., for direct recruitment to a higher post), it will be applicable as per rules.
- Candidates are advised to refer to the detailed service rules for any specific experience requirements not explicitly listed here.
RPSC School Lecturer & Coach Selection Process
The selection process for School Lecturers and Coaches by RPSC will involve a competitive examination. Here's a detailed breakdown:
The selection will be primarily based on a competitive examination. The examination will carry a total of **450 marks** and will consist of two papers:
- Paper I: General Studies (150 Marks, 1.5 Hours duration)
- Paper II: Subject Concerned (300 Marks, 3 Hours duration)
All questions in both papers will be of **Multiple Choice Type**. There will be **negative marking**, with one-third of the marks prescribed for a particular question deducted for every wrong answer.
Minimum Qualifying Marks: Candidates must secure a minimum of **40% marks in each paper separately**. This percentage will be relaxed by 5% for candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes.
Examination Scheme & Syllabus: The detailed syllabus will be released separately on the RPSC website. Paper I for School Lecturer includes History of Rajasthan & Indian History, Mental Ability, Statistics, Mathematics, Language Ability (Hindi, English), Current Affairs, General Science, Indian Polity, Geography of Rajasthan, Educational Psychology, Educational Management, Educational Scenario in Rajasthan, and RTE Act, 2009. Paper II will cover the Knowledge of the Subject Concerned at Senior Secondary, Graduation, and Post Graduation levels, along with Pedagogy, Teaching Learning Material, and Use of Computers/IT in Teaching Learning.
For Coaches, Paper I is similar to Lecturers, while Paper II focuses on Sports Concerned, including Physical Education & Sports Knowledge, Sports Sciences, General Theory & Method of Training, and Specific Knowledge of Games/Sports & Current Affairs.
For Coach and Physical Education Lecturer posts, up to **40 marks** will be awarded based on participation and position gained in sports competitions at various levels (District, State, National, International). Detailed criteria for marks allocation and certificate verification are provided in the official notification.
After the competitive examination, candidates will be provisionally selected based on merit. Their eligibility will then be thoroughly checked through document verification. Only candidates whose documents are found correct and who meet all eligibility criteria will be finally recommended to the State Government/Appointing Authority for appointment.
The RPSC may adopt Scaling/Moderation/Normalization methods in the evaluation of answer sheets if deemed necessary.
Important Guidelines for Applicants:
- Before applying online, thoroughly read the "Instructions for Applicants," the detailed advertisement, and the relevant service rules available on the RPSC website.
- You must complete **One Time Registration (OTR)** on the RPSC website (https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in/) or SSO Portal (https://sso.rajasthan.gov.in/). Ensure your name, father's name, date of birth, gender, secondary/equivalent exam details, and Aadhaar card details are accurate in your OTR profile, as these cannot be changed later.
- Upload a **live photo** during the online application process.
- Scan and upload your **signature and left-hand thumb impression**.
- Carry a **recent dated photograph** (same as uploaded in application) to the examination center for the attendance sheet.
- Apply well before the last date to avoid technical issues. The RPSC will not be responsible for network problems on the last day.
- If you discover any errors after submitting your online application, you can make corrections online by paying a fee of Rs. 500/- within 10 days of the last application date. Further corrections may be allowed for 7 days, 60 days prior to the exam date, for details other than name, father's name, DOB, and gender.
- Ensure your category is correctly selected in the application form. Changes after the deadline will not be permitted, and applying in the wrong category may lead to rejection.
- Keep a printout of your submitted online application form for your records.
- Regularly check the RPSC website's Exam Dashboard for all updates and information regarding the examination.
How to Apply Online for RPSC School Lecturer Recruitment 2025?
The application process for the RPSC School Lecturer and Coach recruitment is entirely online. Follow these steps carefully:
Before you begin, thoroughly read the "Instructions for Applicants," the detailed advertisement, and the relevant service rules available on the RPSC website (https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in/). This will ensure you understand all eligibility criteria and application procedures.
Navigate to the RPSC website (https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in/) and click on the "Apply online" link. Alternatively, log in to the SSO Portal (https://sso.rajasthan.gov.in/) and select "Recruitment Portal" under Citizen Apps (G2C).
If you are a first-time applicant, you will need to complete "One Time Registration (OTR)". This involves entering your name, father's name, date of birth, gender, secondary/equivalent exam details, and Aadhaar card details. You will also need to upload relevant documents.
**Crucial Note:** Ensure all details in your OTR profile (especially name, father's name, date of birth, gender, secondary exam details, and Aadhaar card details) are absolutely correct as they cannot be modified later. Verify them against your educational documents and Aadhaar card before OTR.
If you have already completed OTR, log in to the SSO Portal and select "Recruitment Portal." Use your OTR number to proceed with the online application for this specific advertisement.
During the application process, you will be required to:
- Upload your **live photo**. Preview it to ensure clarity before submission.
- Upload scanned images of your **signature** and **left-hand thumb impression**.
Pay the applicable One-Time Registration fee online. The fee varies by category (Rs. 600/- for General/Creamy Layer OBC/MBC; Rs. 400/- for Reserved categories of Rajasthan and PwBD). Applicants from other states will pay the General category fee.
Review your entire application form carefully before final submission. Once submitted, you will receive an "Application Number." If you do not receive this number, your application has not been successfully submitted. The application preview is NOT considered a final submission.
After successful submission, **take a printout of your application form** for your records.
The online application window is from **14 August 2025 to 12 September 2025 (Midnight)**.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
A1: There are a total of 3225 posts for School Lecturers and Coaches across 27 subjects.
A2: The last date for online application is September 12, 2025 (Midnight).
A3: The age limit is 21 to 40 years as on January 01, 2026, with applicable relaxations for reserved categories.
A4: Generally, a Post Graduate or equivalent degree in the relevant subject with a Degree or Diploma in Education (NCTE/Government recognized) is required. Specific qualifications apply for certain subjects and Coach posts.
A5: Rs. 600/- for General/Creamy Layer OBC/MBC candidates; Rs. 400/- for Reserved categories of Rajasthan and PwBD.
A6: The selection is based on a Competitive Examination consisting of two papers (General Studies and Subject Concerned), followed by document verification. For Coaches, sports participation marks are also considered.
A7: Yes, negative marking is applicable. One-third of the marks will be deducted for every wrong answer.
