RPSC 1st Grade Special Teacher Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 121 Lecturer (Special Education) Posts
RPSC 1st Grade Special Teacher Recruitment 2026: The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC), Ajmer has officially released Advertisement No. di.sa. 01/Exam/Lect.-Special Edu./RPSC/EP-I/2026-27 dated 22 May 2026 for recruitment of 121 Lecturer (Special Education) vacancies under the Secondary Education Department (Madhyamik Shiksha Vibhag), Rajasthan through the Madhyamik Shiksha Seva Niyam 2021. The post is commonly for 1st Grade Special Teacher. Online applications are open from 01 June 2026 and the last date to apply is 30 June 2026 at rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in via the SSO Portal. Candidates must have a Post Graduate degree in relevant subjects along with B.Ed. (Special Education) or B.Ed. with 2-year Diploma in Special Education recognized by RCI. A mandatory RCI Registration Number is required at the time of applying.
RPSC 1st Grade Special Teacher Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC), Ajmer |
| Advertisement No. | di.sa. 01/Exam/Lect.-Special Edu./RPSC/EP-I/2026-27 dated 22/05/2026 |
| Post Name | Lecturer (Special Education) – 1st Grade Special Teacher |
| Department | Secondary Education Department (Madhyamik Shiksha Vibhag), Rajasthan |
| Total Vacancies | 121 (subject to revision) |
| Pay Scale | Pay Matrix Level L-12 (Rajasthan State Salary Rules) |
| Job Type | Permanent / Regular Government Service |
| Mandatory Requirement | Valid RCI Registration Number compulsory in application |
| Application Mode | Online only via SSO Portal — sso.rajasthan.gov.in |
| Selection Process | Written Competitive Examination (Paper I + Paper II = 450 marks) |
| Age Calculated As On | 01 January 2027 |
| Official Website | rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 22 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 01 June 2026 (12:00 AM midnight) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 June 2026 (12:00 AM midnight) |
| Online Correction Window | Within 10 days after the closing date (Fee: ₹500/-) |
| Age Calculated As On | 01 January 2027 |
| Written Examination Date | To be notified on rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in |
Application Fee
| Category | Ekabari Panjeeyan Shulk (OTR Fee) |
|---|---|
| General (Unreserved) / OBC (Creamy Layer) | ₹600/- |
| SC / ST / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) / MBC / EWS / Other Reserved Categories of Rajasthan | ₹400/- |
| Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan) | ₹400/- |
| Candidates from Other States (SC/ST/OBC) | ₹600/- (treated as General) |
RPSC 1st Grade Special Teacher Recruitment 2026: Age Limit (as on 01 January 2027)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| All Candidates (General) | 21 Years | 40 Years |
Age Relaxation Details
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Male candidates of Rajasthan SC / ST / BC / MBC / EWS | +5 Years (max 45 years) |
| Female candidates of Rajasthan SC / ST / BC / MBC / EWS | +10 Years (max 50 years) |
| Female candidates of General (Unreserved) category | +5 Years (max 45 years) |
| Widow / Divorced Women | No upper age limit (subject to max service age 60 years at appointment) |
| Ex-Servicemen (Rajasthan Civil Services Rules 1988) | +10 years (max 50 years; max 55 years for posts requiring lower service) |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | +5 Years over applicable category limit |
| Cadet Instructors (NCC service) | Relaxation equal to NCC service (resultant age not to exceed max by more than 3 years) |
| In-service State/Panchayat/Zila Parishad/Public Undertaking employees | Upper age limit 40 years |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Lecturer (Special Education) – 1st Grade Special Teacher | 121 |
RPSC 1st Grade Special Teacher Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Part | Requirement | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Part I – Post Graduation | PG Degree (UGC recognized) in any ONE of the following subjects: | 1. English, 2. Hindi, 3. History, 4. Political Science, 5. Sociology, 6. Music |
| Part II – Professional Qualification | Any ONE of the following: | (a) B.Ed. (Special Education) recognized by RCI OR (b) B.Ed. (General) + 2-year Diploma in Special Education recognized by RCI |
Mandatory Special Condition
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| RCI Registration | Candidates must be permanently or provisionally registered with the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) before the date of recruitment examination |
| RCI Number | Mandatory to enter valid RCI Registration Number in the online application form — applications without RCI number will be rejected |
Other Conditions
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Hindi Knowledge | Working knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari Script + knowledge of Rajasthani culture is mandatory |
| Nationality / Domicile | As per Rajasthan State Government rules |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | Must not fall under Creamy Layer; undertaking required at time of application |
| EWS Certificate | Must possess latest Income & Assets Certificate valid for 2026-27 (based on FY 2025-26 income), issued before the closing date. Certificates issued for Central Govt. are not valid for this recruitment |
Pay Scale
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Matrix Level | Level L-12 |
| Salary | As per Rajasthan State Government Salary Rules |
| Other Benefits | DA, HRA, TA, Medical, NPS, GPF, Gratuity, and other state government allowances after confirmation |
Exam Pattern – Written Competitive Examination (450 Marks)
| Paper | Subject | Type | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies: History of Rajasthan & Indian History; Mental Ability, Statistics, Mathematics; Current Affairs; General Science; Indian Polity; Geography of Rajasthan; Educational Psychology; Educational Management; Educational Scenario in Rajasthan; Right to Free & Compulsory Education Act | Objective MCQ | 150 Marks | 1 Hour 30 Minutes |
| Paper II | Subject Knowledge (Senior Secondary Level) — English, Hindi, History, Political Science, Sociology, Music + Special Education: Agencies, Policies, Acts & Rules for specially-abled persons; Pedagogy; TLM; Computers & IT in Teaching-Learning; Education for students with various disabilities | Objective MCQ | 150 + 150 = 300 Marks | 3 Hours |
| Total | 450 Marks |
Marking Scheme & Qualifying Criteria
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) — Objective Type |
| OMR Instrument | Blue Ball Point Pen only |
| Negative Marking | 1/3rd mark deducted per wrong answer |
| Blank Questions | If no option attempted, mark circle ‘5’ — candidates leaving more than 10% questions blank (without marking circle 5) will be disqualified |
| Qualifying Marks | 40% in each paper separately |
| SC/ST Relaxation | Qualifying marks relaxed to 35% for SC/ST candidates of Rajasthan |
| Extra Time | 10 minutes extra beyond scheduled time is provided to all candidates |
Selection Process
| Stage | Nature | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 – Written Competitive Exam | Merit-based (450 marks) | Paper I + Paper II. Objective MCQ. Negative marking 1/3rd per wrong answer. Qualifying: 40% per paper (35% for SC/ST). |
| Stage 2 – Document Verification | Qualifying | Original certificates, RCI registration, category certificate, and other documents verified. |
| Stage 3 – Police & Character Verification | Qualifying | Background verification as per Rajasthan Government norms. |
| Stage 4 – Medical Fitness | Qualifying | Medical examination before appointment. |
How to Apply for RPSC 1st Grade Special Teacher Recruitment 2026
- Visit the SSO Portal: sso.rajasthan.gov.in and log in with your SSO ID.
- If not already registered, complete One Time Registration (OTR) using your Aadhaar / Janaadhar details — enter Name, Father’s Name, DOB, Gender exactly as per Aadhaar (these cannot be changed post-OTR without Aadhaar correction).
- Pay the applicable OTR / Ekabari Panjeeyan Shulk (₹600 for General/OBC-CL; ₹400 for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/MBC/EWS/PwBD of Rajasthan) via Internet Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI.
- Log in to SSO → Citizen Apps (G2C) → Recruitment Portal.
- Click “Apply Now” for Advertisement No. di.sa. 01/Exam/Lect.-Special Edu./RPSC/EP-I/2026-27.
- Fill in the online application form with your personal, educational, RCI registration, and category details.
- Upload the following documents:
- Recent live photograph (captured via webcam at time of application)
- Scanned passport-size photograph
- Scanned signature
- Both thumb impressions (for OTR KYC)
- Enter your valid RCI Registration Number (permanent or provisional) — mandatory.
- Verify all details carefully before submitting — once submitted, correction is only possible within 10 days of closing date by paying ₹500/- correction fee.
- Submit and note the Application ID generated — download for future reference.
Important Links
| Apply Online (SSO Portal) | sso.rajasthan.gov.in |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Notification |
| Official RPSC Website | rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for RPSC 1st Grade Special Teacher Recruitment 2026?
The online application opens on 01 June 2026 and the last date is 30 June 2026 by midnight at rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in via the SSO Portal.
Q2. How many vacancies are available in RPSC 1st Grade Special Teacher Recruitment 2026?
A total of 121 vacancies are available for the post of Lecturer (Special Education) — commonly known as 1st Grade Special Teacher — under the Secondary Education Department, Rajasthan.
Q3. Is RCI registration mandatory for RPSC 1st Grade Special Teacher Recruitment 2026?
Yes, RCI (Rehabilitation Council of India) registration is absolutely mandatory. Candidates must be permanently or provisionally registered with RCI before the date of the recruitment examination.
Q4. What is the educational qualification for RPSC Lecturer Special Education 2026?
Candidates must hold a Post Graduate (PG) degree (UGC recognized) in English, Hindi, History, Political Science, Sociology, or Music, along with B.Ed. (Special Education) or B.Ed. (General) + 2-year Diploma in Special Education — both recognized by RCI. Knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari Script and Rajasthani culture is also mandatory.
Q5. What is the selection process for RPSC 1st Grade Special Teacher Recruitment 2026?
Selection is through a Written Competitive Examination of 450 marks — Paper I (150 marks, 1.5 hours, General Studies) and Paper II (300 marks, 3 hours, Subject Knowledge + Special Education). All questions are objective MCQ type with 1/3rd negative marking per wrong answer. Qualifying marks are 40% in each paper (relaxed to 35% for SC/ST of Rajasthan). Candidates qualifying the written exam are called for document verification, police verification, and medical fitness check.
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