RSSB Clerk Grade-II / Jr Assistant Recruitment 2026: 10644 Posts

The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB), Jaipur, has released a comprehensive recruitment notification (Advt. No. 04/2026) for a massive 10,644 vacancies for Clerk Grade-II and Junior Assistant positions. This is a golden opportunity for candidates who have qualified the Common Eligibility Test (CET – Senior Secondary Level)-2024. The application window is set for January and February 2026, with exams scheduled for July 2026. Aspiring candidates are advised to go through this detailed guide to understand the eligibility, application process, selection scheme, and key deadlines to ensure a successful application.

Important Dates for RSSB Clerk Grade-II / Junior Assistant 2026

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RSSB Clerk Grade-II / Junior Assistant Vacancy Details 2026

A total of 10,644 posts are available across various departments, categorized into Non-Scheduled and Scheduled Areas. Below is a summary of the department-wise vacancies:

Note: Detailed category-wise (General, SC, ST, OBC, MBC, EWS, Sahariya, PwD, Ex-Servicemen, Outstanding Sportspersons) vacancy breakup is available in the official notification. Candidates from other states will be considered under the General category for Non-Scheduled Area posts. Only local residents of Rajasthan’s Scheduled Areas can apply for Scheduled Area posts.

Eligibility Criteria for Clerk Grade-II / Junior Assistant

Candidates must meet the following criteria to be eligible for the RSSB Clerk Grade-II / Junior Assistant Recruitment 2026:

1. Common Eligibility Test (CET) Qualification

• Candidates must have been declared qualified in the Common Eligibility Test (CET – Senior Secondary Level)-2024.
• Selection for Phase II (Typing Test) will be based on merit from CET-2024, calling 3 times the number of vacancies.

2. Educational Qualification

• Senior Secondary Examination from a recognized Board or its equivalent.
• AND any one of the following Computer Qualifications:
• “O” or Higher Level certificate course conducted by DOEACC under the Department of Electronics, Government of India.
• Certificate course on computer concept by NIELIT, New Delhi.
• Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA)/Data Preparation and Computer Software (DPCS) certificate from a National/State council or Vocational Training Scheme.
• Degree/Diploma/Certificate in Computer Science/Computer Application from a university established by law in India or from an institution recognized by the Government.
• Senior Secondary Certificate with Computer Science/Computer Application as one of the subjects.
• Diploma in Computer Science & Engineering from a polytechnic institution recognized by the Government.
• Rajasthan State Certificate Course in Information Technology (RSCIT) conducted by Vardhman Mahaveer Open University, Kota.
• Any equivalent or higher qualification recognized by the government.
• Knowledge of working in Hindi (Devanagari script) and Rajasthani culture.

Note for Appearing Candidates: Candidates who are in the final year/semester of the required educational qualification can apply, but must possess the qualification by the commencement date of the Second Phase (Typing Test).

3. Age Limit (as on 01.01.2027)

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 40 years

Age Relaxation:

The following relaxations in the upper age limit are applicable:

• General Male Candidates: No relaxation.
• SC/ST/OBC/MBC Male Candidates (Rajasthan Domicile): 5 years.
• General Female Candidates: 5 years.
• SC/ST/OBC/MBC Female Candidates (Rajasthan Domicile): 10 years.
• Widows & Divorced Women: No upper age limit (up to superannuation age).
• Ex-Servicemen: 15 years (maximum 50 years, or 55 years if lower post experience is mandatory).
• Persons with Disabilities (PwD): 5 years, in addition to category-wise relaxation.
• Special Relaxation: For this 2026 recruitment, an additional 1-year age relaxation is applicable as the age was last calculated as of 01.01.2025 for a previous recruitment.
• For Rajasthan Pollution Control Board and Board of Secondary Education posts: An additional 3-year age relaxation in the upper age limit is applicable due to no recruitment in the last three years in these departments.

4. Nationality

Candidates must be a citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee (settled in India before 01.01.1962), or a person of Indian origin migrated from specific countries with the intention of permanently settling in India. Relevant certificates from the Government of India are required for non-Indian citizens.

5. Character and Health

• Candidates must be of good mental and physical health and free from any defect likely to interfere with the efficient discharge of their duties.
• Good character certificate from the head of the last educational institution and two recent character certificates (not older than 6 months) from gazetted officers (not relatives) are required.

Application Process for RSSB Clerk Grade-II / Junior Assistant 2026

The application process is entirely online. Follow these steps carefully:

1. Visit the official SSO Portal of Rajasthan: sso.rajasthan.gov.in.
2. Login to your SSO ID. If you don’t have one, register first.
3. Navigate to “Citizen Apps (G2C)” and select “Recruitment Portal”.
4. Click on “Apply Now” for the Clerk Grade-II / Junior Assistant Combined Direct Recruitment-2026.
5. Complete your One Time Registration (OTR) if not already done. Carefully fill your category, disability status, and home state. This information cannot be modified directly in the application form later.
6. Enter your CET (Senior Secondary Level)-2024 Application Number and SSO ID for verification.
7. Fill out the online application form with all required details, ensuring accuracy.
8. Upload your live photograph (captured through OTR), scanned signature, and thumb impression as per the guidelines below.
9. Pay the application fee.
10. Review your application form thoroughly before final submission.
11. After final submission, an Application ID will be generated. Keep a printout of your application form for future reference.

One Time Registration (OTR) Fees

The OTR fee is a one-time payment for all future recruitments by RSSB:

Note: If you have already paid the OTR fee for a previous recruitment, you do not need to pay it again.

Photo, Signature & Thumb Impression Guidelines

Ensure your uploads adhere to these specifications:

• Live Photo: Captured via OTR. Look straight, blink 2-3 times, no closed eyes. If wearing glasses, ensure no glare. Clear, well-lit (enlightened) white/light background. Face should cover at least 50% of the photo. No head/face covering, no black/sunglasses. No editing or tampering allowed.
• Scanned Signature: Black or dark blue ink on a white paper within a 7 cm wide x 2 cm high box. JPEG format, 280×80 to 560×160 pixels, 20KB to 50KB file size.
• Scanned Thumb Impression: Left thumb (if unavailable, right thumb). JPEG format, 280×80 to 560×160 pixels, 20KB to 50KB file size.
• Mobile phone photos of signature/thumb impression are not accepted.

Application Correction

Candidates can correct certain details in their application:

• First Correction Window: For 3 days after the application end date, with a fee of ₹ 300/-.
• Second Correction Window: Approximately 1 month before the exam, for 7 days.
• Unchangeable Details: Name, Father’s Name, Gender, Date of Birth, Photo, and Handwriting Sample cannot be corrected.
• Changeable Details: Reservation category, PwD category, and Domicile can be changed after updating Aadhaar/Jan Aadhaar and fetching data in OTR.
• No corrections will be allowed after the exam.

Selection Process for RSSB Clerk Grade-II / Junior Assistant

The selection process comprises two phases:

Phase I: Written Examination

This phase consists of two objective-type papers:

• Total Questions (Paper 1): Not mentioned in the notification.
• Total Questions (Paper 2): 150 (75 Hindi, 75 English).
• Negative Marking: 1/3 mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
• 5th Option (E): It is mandatory to darken option ‘E’ for unattempted questions. Failure to do so for more than 10% of questions will result in disqualification. 10 minutes extra time will be provided for this.
• Candidates qualifying Phase I (3 times the number of vacancies) will be called for Phase II.

Phase II: Typing Test

This phase is mandatory for all non-PwD candidates and includes speed and efficiency tests in both Hindi and English:

• Minimum Qualifying Marks (Phase II): 36% in each paper (31% for SC/ST).
• For PwD Candidates: The average marks obtained in Phase I will be considered for Phase II.

Final Merit and Normalization

The final merit list will be prepared based on the combined marks obtained in Phase I and Phase II. If the examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a normalization process will be applied.

Pay Scale and Probation

Selected candidates for Clerk Grade-II / Junior Assistant will be placed in the Pay Matrix Level-5 (L-5) as per the 7th Pay Commission. During the 2-year probation period, a fixed monthly remuneration will be paid as per government rules, without any additional allowances like HRA, DA, etc. Full benefits and allowances will be applicable after successful completion of probation.

Special Provisions and Reservations

The recruitment includes various horizontal reservations and special provisions:

• Women Reservation: 30% horizontal reservation category-wise, including 8% for widows and 2% for divorced women. Unfilled posts may be interchanged within these sub-categories or filled by male candidates of the same category.
• Persons with Disabilities (PwD): 1% horizontal reservation for each specified disability category (Blindness/Low Vision, Hearing Impairment, Locomotor Disability including Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Intellectual Disability, etc.). UDID card is mandatory.
• Ex-Servicemen (ESM): 12.5% horizontal reservation. Eligibility requires Rajasthan domicile and specific character certification. Age relaxation and 5% relaxation in minimum qualifying marks are applicable.
• Outstanding Sportspersons: 2% horizontal reservation for Rajasthan domiciled candidates who meet specific criteria in national/international sporting events.
• Sahariya Tribe (Baran District): Specific reservation benefits are applicable as per government directives.
• Other State Applicants: Candidates from other states belonging to reserved categories will be treated as General category for this recruitment in Rajasthan.
• EWS/MBC Reservations: 10% for EWS and 5% for MBC (Non-Creamy Layer) are applicable as per Rajasthan Government rules.

Syllabus Overview for Phase I

Paper 1: General Knowledge, Everyday Science & Mathematics (100 Marks, 3 Hours)

• General Knowledge: Current Affairs (National & State), Geography & Natural Resources (India & Rajasthan), Agriculture & Economic Development (Rajasthan), History & Culture (Rajasthan).
• Everyday Science: Physical & Chemical Changes, Metals/Non-metals, Carbon & Compounds, Light, Electricity, Space & IT, Genetics, Environmental Study, Economic Importance of Animals/Plants, Blood Groups, Pathogens & Human Health.
• Mathematics: Vedic Mathematics, Factors/Polynomials/Equations, Ratio-Proportion/Percentage/Profit-Loss/Interest, Geometry (angles, lines, triangles), Coordinate Geometry, Area/Perimeter/Volume, Trigonometry, Statistics.

Paper 2: General Hindi & General English (100 Marks, 3 Hours)

• General Hindi: Sandhi, Samas, Upsarg, Pratyay, Synonyms, Antonyms, One-word substitution, Word pairs, Sentence correction, Verb, Phrases/Idioms, Technical terms, Translation (English to Hindi), Official letters.
• General English: Tenses, Voice, Narration, Sentence Transformation, Articles/Determiners, Prepositions, Translation (Hindi to English), Sentence Correction, Glossary of Official/Technical Terms.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What are the application dates for RSSB Clerk Grade-II / Junior Assistant Recruitment 2026?

The online application process starts on January 15, 2026, and concludes on February 13, 2026 (11:59 PM).

Q2: Is CET-2024 qualification mandatory for this recruitment?

Yes, only candidates who have qualified the Common Eligibility Test (CET – Senior Secondary Level)-2024 are eligible to apply.

Q3: What is the age limit for this recruitment?

The age limit is 18 to 40 years as of January 1, 2027. Age relaxations are applicable for various reserved categories as per government rules.

Q4: What is the application fee for different categories?

The One Time Registration (OTR) fee is ₹ 600/- for General/Creamy Layer OBC/MBC candidates and ₹ 400/- for Non-Creamy Layer OBC/MBC/EWS/SC/ST/PwD candidates from Rajasthan. Applicants from other states pay ₹ 600/-.

Q5: When will the written exam for Clerk Grade-II / Junior Assistant be conducted?

The Phase I written examination is tentatively scheduled for July 5 and 6, 2026. The exact dates will be confirmed by the Board.

Q6: Is there negative marking in the written exam?

Yes, there is a negative marking of 1/3rd mark for each incorrect answer in Phase I. It is also mandatory to darken the 5th option ‘E’ for unattempted questions.

Q7: Can I correct my application details after submission?

Yes, a correction window is provided. You can correct most details (except Name, Father’s Name, Gender, Date of Birth, Photo, Handwriting Sample) for a fee of ₹ 300/- within 3 days after the application deadline, and again in a second window before the exam.

Q8: What is the pay scale for selected candidates?

Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Matrix Level-5 (L-5). During the 2-year probation period, a fixed remuneration will be paid.

This recruitment offers a significant opportunity for eligible candidates to secure a government job in Rajasthan. Ensure you apply well before the deadline and prepare thoroughly using the provided syllabus. For more detailed information, always refer to the official RSSB website: rssb.rajasthan.gov.in.