RSSB CET Graduate Level 2026 Registration Begins Today: Full Details, Eligibility & Apply Online Guide

Good news for graduates in Rajasthan waiting to start their government job journey! The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) has officially released the notification for the Common Eligibility Test (CET) Graduate Level 2026, and online registration opens today, 4th July 2026.

If you hold a graduation degree and have been eyeing a state government job in Rajasthan, this is the exam you cannot afford to skip. Here's a complete breakdown of everything you need to know.

What is RSSB CET Graduate Level?

Unlike a traditional recruitment exam for one specific post, the CET is a single qualifying eligibility test that opens the door to 12 different subordinate and ministerial-level services under the Rajasthan government. This includes popular posts like Patwari, Platoon Commander, Junior Accountant, and Gram Vikas Adhikari (VDO).

In simple terms: clearing CET doesn't guarantee you a job directly, but without qualifying it, you can't even apply for the main recruitment exams of these 12 services. Think of it as the first and most essential gate you need to cross.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Released	2nd July 2026
Online Application Starts	4th July 2026
Last Date to Apply	2nd August 2026 (11:59 PM)
Correction Window	Application period + 3 days after closing (fee: ₹300)
CET Exam Dates	1st – 3rd December 2026

The notification has been issued under Advertisement No. 09/2026.

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: A graduation degree from a recognised university, in any stream.
• Age Limit: 18 to 40 years, with age relaxation applicable as per Rajasthan government norms for reserved categories.
• Candidates from outside Rajasthan can also apply, but they will be treated as General category regardless of their actual category, and won't receive reservation or age relaxation benefits.

How to Apply Online

The application process is entirely online through the SSO Rajasthan portal. Here's the step-by-step process:

1. Visit the official SSO Portal at sso.rajasthan.gov.in and log in using your SSO ID. If you don't have one, create it first.
2. Select "Recruitment Portal" under the Citizen Apps (G2C) section.
3. Click on "Apply Now" against RSSB CET Graduate Level 2026.
4. If not already done, complete your One Time Registration (OTR) using Aadhaar or Jan Aadhaar, entering category, disability status, and home state details, then pay the OTR fee.
5. Fill in the application form carefully, uploading educational and other details in the Document Details section.
6. Upload your live photo, signature, and thumb impression as captured during OTR.
7. Verify all entries carefully and click Final Submit.
8. Note down your Application ID and take a printout of the confirmation for future reference.

Important: If you've already paid the OTR fee for any previous RSSB or RPSC exam, you don't need to pay it again — just use the same SSO ID.

Application Fee

The fee is collected as a One Time Registration (OTR) charge through the SSO Portal, payable via e-Mitra kiosks, Jan Suvidha Kendras (CSC), net banking, debit card, or credit card. Keep your payment receipt safe until the final selection process is complete.

Exam Pattern & Mode

The CET Graduate Level exam will be conducted in offline, OMR-based mode (pen and paper) across designated centres in Rajasthan, spread over three days — 1st to 3rd December 2026. Detailed syllabus and exam scheme information is available in the official notification, so candidates should go through it carefully while planning their preparation.

Qualifying Marks

To move on to the next stage of recruitment, candidates need to secure at least 40% marks in the CET. SC/ST category candidates get a 5% relaxation in this minimum qualifying mark requirement.

A Few Things to Keep in Mind

• Correction windows: Two correction opportunities are provided — one during the application period plus 3 days after closing (fee ₹300), and another for 7 days after the exam. However, fields like name, father's name, date of birth, photo, and signature cannot be changed in either window.
• Absence penalty: If a candidate remains absent in two or more exams conducted by RPSC, RSSB, or any other state recruitment agency within a financial year, their OTR facility gets blocked. Reactivating it costs ₹750 for the first instance and ₹1,500 for the second.
• CET score validity: Once you clear the CET, your score remains valid for future recruitment cycles, so you won't need to appear for a fresh eligibility test every time a new post is advertised.

Final Thoughts

With the registration window now open and the exam scheduled for December, candidates have close to five months to prepare. That's a good amount of time to build a solid study plan rather than rushing through it. Don't wait until the last date to apply — the SSO portal often sees heavy traffic close to deadlines, which can lead to payment failures or submission errors.

Quick FAQs

Q1. When does the RSSB CET Graduate Level 2026 registration start? Online applications open on 4th July 2026 and close on 2nd August 2026 at 11:59 PM.

Q2. What is the age limit for this exam? Candidates must be between 18 and 40 years of age, with relaxation for reserved categories as per state rules.

Q3. Is CET a direct recruitment exam? No, it's a qualifying eligibility test. Clearing it makes you eligible to apply for the main recruitment exams of 12 different Rajasthan government services.

Q4. When will the CET exam be conducted? The exam is scheduled from 1st to 3rd December 2026, in offline OMR-based mode.

(This post is based on the official RSSB notification dated 2nd July 2026 and details reported by leading education news portals. Candidates are advised to cross-check all information on the official RSSB website — rssb.rajasthan.gov.in — before applying.)