Rajasthan SET Examination 2026: The University of Kota has officially released the Rajasthan State Eligibility Test (SET) 2026 Notification for determining the eligibility of candidates for the post of Assistant Professor in universities and colleges of Rajasthan. Candidates possessing a Master’s Degree or those appearing in the final year of their postgraduate course can apply online for the examination. The Rajasthan SET certificate is valid only within Rajasthan State and remains valid for a lifetime.
Rajasthan SET 2026 will be conducted in multiple subjects covering Arts, Commerce, Science, Management, Education, Law, Computer Science, Physical Education, Library Science, and many other disciplines. Candidates interested in teaching careers in higher education institutions should carefully review the eligibility criteria, examination scheme, syllabus, and important dates before applying online. Check SET Rajasthan 2026 All Details.
Rajasthan SET Examination 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Rajasthan State Eligibility Test (SET) 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | University of Kota |
| Notification No. | 01/2026 |
| Exam Purpose | Eligibility for Assistant Professor |
| Exam Level | State Level |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR Based) |
| Certificate Validity | Lifetime |
| Official Website | uok.ac.in |
Important Dates
Candidates should complete the application process within the prescribed timeline.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 12 June 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 14 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 15 July 2026 till 11:59 PM |
| Rajasthan SET 2026 Exam Date | 06 Sept 2026 |
Note: All subjects exams will be conducted on the same date and time.
Application Fee
The examination fee varies according to category.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| GEN / SBC / OBC (CL) | Rs 1500/- |
| EWS / SBC / OBC (NCL) Rajasthan | Rs 1200/- |
| SC / ST of Rajasthan | Rs 750/- |
| All PH (Divyang) Candidates | Rs 750/- |
| Payment Mode | Online |
Age Limit
| Criteria | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | Not Prescribed |
| Maximum Age | No Upper Age Limit |
There is no upper age limit for Rajasthan SET 2026.
Selection Process
The Rajasthan SET 2026 selection process consists of:
- Paper-I Examination
- Paper-II Examination
- Result Declaration
- Eligibility Certificate Issuance
Educational Qualification
Candidates pursuing the final year of Master’s Degree are also eligible to apply.
| Exam Name | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Rajasthan SET 2026 | PG Degree with 55% Marks for GEN/EWS |
| ➥ | PG Degree with 55% Marks for OBC-NCL/SC/ST/PwBD/Third Gender |
Subject Details
Rajasthan SET Examination 2026 will be conducted for 35 subjects.
| Subject Group | Major Subjects |
|---|---|
| Arts & Humanities | Hindi, English, History, Philosophy, Sociology, Psychology |
| Commerce & Management | Commerce, Management |
| Science | Chemical Sciences, Life Science & Biotechnology, Physical Science, Mathematical Sciences, Earth Sciences, Environmental Science, Statistics |
| Education & Others | Education, Geography, Public Administration, Political Science, Home Science, Physical Education, Yoga, Population Studies, Visual Arts, Music, Library & Information Science, Law, Computer Science & Applications |
| Languages | Sanskrit, Urdu, Punjabi, Persian, Sindhi, Rajasthani |
Total Subjects Available: 35
Exam Pattern
The Rajasthan SET Examination 2026 consists of two papers conducted in a single session.
| Paper | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | 50 | 100 | 1 Hour |
| Paper II | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Total | 150 Q | 300 M | 3 Hours |
Paper-I Details
Paper-I contain the question related to teaching and research aptitude.
| Topics Covered |
|---|
| Teaching Aptitude |
| Research Aptitude |
| Reasoning Ability |
| Reading Comprehension |
| Divergent Thinking |
| General Awareness |
Paper-II Details
Paper-II contain the questions related to subject selected by the candidates. For detailed Syllabus Kindly Visit here.
Marking Scheme
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Marks Per Question | 2 Marks |
| Correct Answer | +2 Marks |
| Negative Marking | No |
| Unattempted Questions | 0 Marks |
If a question is dropped, all candidates appearing in that paper will be awarded 2 marks for that question.
Medium of Examination
| Subject Type | Language |
|---|---|
| General Subjects | English & Hindi |
| Language Papers | Concerned Language Only |
In case of any ambiguity, the English version of the question paper shall be treated as final.
Certificate Validity
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Validity Area | Rajasthan State Only |
| Validity Period | Lifetime |
Recruitment to Assistant Professor posts may be made by universities, colleges, and recruitment agencies according to their respective rules and regulations.
How to Apply for RSET Examination 2026
- Visit the official website www.uok.ac.in.
- Click on the Rajasthan SET 2026 link.
- Complete the online registration process.
- Fill the application form carefully.
- Upload required documents.
- Pay the examination fee online.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the final application form.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Rajasthan State Eligibility Test 2026 Online Form (14.06.2026) | Apply Online |
| Rajasthan SET Examination 2026 Notification PDF | Notification |
| Rajasthan SET Examination 2026 Detailed Syllabus | Syllabus |
| University of KOTA Official Website | KOTA |
| Get Post Updates on WhatsApp | |
| Get Post Updates on Telegram | Telegram |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the Rajasthan SET 2026 Exam Date?
The Rajasthan SET 2026 examination will be conducted on 06 September 2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for Rajasthan SET 2026?
The last date for online application submission is 15 July 2026.
Q3. Is there any age limit for Rajasthan SET 2026?
No, there is no upper age limit for Rajasthan SET 2026.
Q4. How many papers are there in Rajasthan SET 2026?
There are two papers, namely Paper-I and Paper-II.
Q5. Is there any negative marking in Rajasthan SET 2026?
No, there is no negative marking in the examination.
