The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) has released a big recruitment notification for 3,540 Teaching Associate posts under the Rajasthan College Education Society (Raj-CES). This is one of the largest college-level faculty recruitments in 2026 and a great opportunity for candidates who have completed Master’s degree with NET or Ph.D.
The application process will start from 5 May 2026 and the last date to apply is 3 June 2026. The exam is expected to be held between August and October 2026. Selected candidates will get a fixed monthly salary of ₹28,850.
Key Highlights
- Organization: Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB)
- Post Name: Teaching Associate
- Total Vacancies: 3,540
- Salary: ₹28,850 per month (fixed)
- Qualification: Master’s + NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D
- Job Location: Rajasthan
- Last Date: 3 June 2026
- Exam Date: Aug–Oct 2026 (Tentative)
Vacancy Details
The 3,540 vacancies are available across 32 different subjects in Arts, Science, Commerce, and Languages. Some major subjects include:
- Hindi – 393 posts
- Geography – 365 posts
- History – 355 posts
- Political Science – 339 posts
- English – 314 posts
- Sociology – 185 posts
- Sanskrit – 150 posts
- Economics – 121 posts
- Other subjects – 1,318 posts
All posts are in Rajasthan government colleges.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
To apply for this post, candidates must have:
- Master’s Degree with minimum 55% marks in the relevant subject
- AND NET / SLET / SET qualification
OR
- Ph.D as per UGC rules
Relaxation:
- 5% marks relaxation for SC, ST, OBC, MBC and PwBD candidates
Additional Requirements:
- Knowledge of Hindi language
- Basic understanding of Rajasthani culture
Note: B.Ed or REET is not required.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years (as on 1 January 2027)
Age Relaxation:
- Reserved category (Rajasthan): +5 years
- Women: +5 years (General), +10 years (Reserved)
- Ex-Servicemen: Up to 15 years
- PwBD: Additional 5 years
Salary Details
The Teaching Associate post offers a fixed monthly salary:
- ₹28,850 per month (consolidated)
Key Points:
- No DA or HRA included
- Full salary is paid in-hand
- Contract-based job
Contract Duration:
- Initial: Up to 5 years
- Extension: Up to 8 years total or till age 60
This role is ideal for candidates who want to build experience in college teaching and prepare for permanent Assistant Professor jobs.
Selection Process
The selection is based on:
- Written Examination
- Document Verification
There is no interview.
Exam Pattern
The exam has two papers:
Paper 1: General Studies (Rajasthan)
- Questions: 60
- Marks: 75
- Duration: 1 hour
Topics include:
- Rajasthan History
- Culture and Heritage
- Geography
- Economy
- Current Affairs
Paper 2: Subject Knowledge
- Questions: 120
- Marks: 300
- Duration: 2 hours
This paper is based on your selected subject.
Total:
- 375 marks
Negative Marking:
- 1/3 mark deducted for wrong answers
Qualifying Marks:
- 36% in each paper
- 40% overall
How to Apply
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the SSO Rajasthan portal
- Login or create a new SSO ID
- Open the Recruitment section
- Select “Teaching Associate 2026”
- Fill all required details
- Upload documents (photo, signature, certificates)
- Pay application fee
- Submit the form and save confirmation
Important Dates
- Application Start: 5 May 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 3 June 2026
- Exam Date: Aug–Oct 2026
- Age Cut-off: 1 January 2027
Application Fees
- General / Creamy Layer OBC: ₹600
- Rajasthan Reserved Categories: ₹400
Other Charges:
- Correction Fee: ₹300
Payment Mode:
- Online (UPI, Debit Card, Net Banking)
Essential Links
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for RSSB Teaching Associate 2026
- Visit RSSB Official Website
Final Words
This recruitment is a huge opportunity for postgraduate candidates who want to start their career in college teaching. With 3,540 vacancies, the chances of selection are higher compared to other faculty recruitments.
Although the job is on a contract basis, it offers good experience, stable income, and a strong foundation for future academic careers. Candidates should apply early and start preparing for the written exam.
Make sure to read the official notification carefully and keep all documents ready before applying.