The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has released the Lecturer (Special Education) recruitment for the year 2026. A total of 121 vacancies are available in the Secondary Education (Madhyamik Shiksha) Department of Rajasthan. Applications are accepted online from 01‑06‑2026 to 30‑06‑2026.
| Detail |
Info |
| Organization |
Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC), Ajmer |
| Post |
Lecturer (Special Education) – Madhyamik Shiksha (Secondary Education) |
| Total Vacancies |
121 (subject to revision) |
| Pay Scale |
Pay Matrix Level L‑12 (fixed monthly salary as per Rajasthan State Government Salary Rules) |
| Application Mode |
Online only (SSO Portal) |
| Selection Mode |
Competitive Written Examination (Paper I + Paper II) – 450 marks total |
| Last Date for Online Application |
30‑06‑2026 (12:00 AM midnight) |
Post & Organization Details
| Organization Name |
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) — Madhyamik Shiksha (Secondary Education) |
| Department |
Secondary Education Department (Madhyamik Shiksha Vibhag), Rajasthan |
| Job Type |
Permanent / Regular Government Service |
| Application Mode |
Online only – https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in via SSO Portal https://sso.rajasthan.gov.in |
| Mandatory Requirement |
Prior registration/provisional registration with Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) before date of appointment |
| Opening of Online Application |
01‑06‑2026 (12:00 AM midnight) |
| Last Date for Online Application |
30‑06‑2026 (12:00 AM midnight) |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name |
Total Posts |
| 1st Grade Special Teacher |
121 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria |
Details |
| Educational Qualification – Part I |
Post Graduate or equivalent recognized by UGC in English, Hindi, History, Political Science, Sociology or Music |
| Educational Qualification – Part II |
B.Ed. (Special Education) OR B.Ed. with two‑year Diploma in Special Education recognized by RCI |
| RCI Registration (Special Condition) |
Permanent/provisional registration with RCI before the examination date; registration number mandatory in application |
| Nationality / Domicile |
As per Rajasthan State Government rules; reservation only for bonafide Rajasthan residents |
| Age Limit |
Minimum 21 years, Maximum 40 years as on 01‑01‑2027. Maximum age after relaxations shall not exceed 52 years. |
| Knowledge of Hindi |
Working knowledge of Hindi (Devanagari script) and familiarity with Rajasthani culture |
Age Relaxation
| Sr. No. |
Category |
Age Relaxation |
| 1 |
Male candidates of Rajasthan State SC, ST, BC, MBC, EWS |
5 years |
| 2 |
Female candidates of Rajasthan State SC, ST, BC, MBC, EWS |
10 years |
| 3 |
Female candidates of General (Unreserved) category |
5 years |
| 4 |
Widow / Divorced women |
No upper age limit (subject to max service age 60 years) |
| 5 |
Ex‑prisoner (not dismissed on account of moral turpitude) |
No upper age limit |
| 6 |
Other Ex‑prisoners |
Relaxation equal to period of imprisonment served |
| 7 |
Cadet Instructors (NCC service) |
Relaxation equal to NCC service rendered (max +3 years) |
| 8 |
Persons serving in State/Panchayat Samities/Zila Parishads/State Public Undertakings |
Upper age limit 40 years |
| 9 |
Released Emergency Commissioned Officers / Short Service Commissioned Officers |
Deemed within age limit as at time of joining Commission in Army |
| 10 |
Persons appointed temporarily (in service) who were within age limit at initial appointment |
Allowed up to two chances as if within age limit at time of initial appointment |
| 11 |
Ex‑Servicemen (Rajasthan Civil Services Rules 1988) |
10 years relaxation (max 50 years; for certain posts max 55 years) |
| 12 |
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (Rajasthan Divyangjan Adhikar Niyam, 2018) |
5 years relaxation |
Pay Scale & Salary
The selected candidates will be placed in Pay Matrix Level L‑12 as per the Rajasthan State Government Salary Rules. The exact fixed monthly salary will be as per the prevailing pay matrix for the mentioned level (metro and non‑metro variations applicable).
Application Fee
The official notification does not specify the application fee structure. Candidates are advised to refer to the notification PDF for any fee details.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Date of Advertisement |
22/05/2026 |
| Opening of Online Application |
01‑06‑2026 (12:00 AM midnight) |
| Last Date for Online Application |
30‑06‑2026 (12:00 AM midnight) |
| Age Calculated As On |
01‑01‑2027 (minimum 21 years, maximum 40 years) |
| Online Correction Window (fee Rs. 500/-) |
Within 10 days after closing date of application |
| Written Examination Date |
To be notified on the official website |
Selection Process
- Screening of applications based on eligibility criteria.
- Written Examination (Paper I + Paper II) carrying a total of 450 marks.
- Result declaration and merit list preparation.
- Final appointment based on merit and reservation policy.
How to Apply
- Visit the official RPSC website: https://rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in.
- Navigate to the “Online Application” section and click on the link for “Lecturer (Special Education) Recruitment 2026”.
- Register on the SSO portal (https://sso.rajasthan.gov.in) if you are a first‑time user.
- Fill in all required personal, educational, and RCI registration details. Upload scanned copies of photographs, signatures, certificates, and RCI registration proof as per the specifications.
- Pay the application fee (if any) through the online payment gateway. Retain the payment receipt.
- Review the entered information carefully and submit the application before the deadline.
- After successful submission, download and save the confirmation page for future reference.
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FAQ’s
- What is the minimum educational qualification required?
Candidates must hold a Post Graduate degree in one of the listed subjects (English, Hindi, History, Political Science, Sociology, Music) and a B.Ed. (Special Education) or B.Ed. with a two‑year Diploma in Special Education recognized by RCI.
- What is the age limit for applicants?
Minimum age is 21 years and maximum age is 40 years as on 01‑01‑2027. Age relaxations are applicable as per the table above, but the upper age after relaxation shall not exceed 52 years.
- Is prior registration with RCI mandatory?
Yes. Candidates must have permanent or provisional registration with the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) before the examination date and must provide the RCI registration number in the application.
- When does the online application window close?
The last date for online submission is 30‑06‑2026 (12:00 AM midnight).
- How many vacancies are there?
A total of 121 Lecturer (Special Education) posts are advertised.
- What is the selection process?
The selection is based on a competitive written examination consisting of Paper I and Paper II, carrying a total of 450 marks.
