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RSSB Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026 - Apply for 804 Posts

Post Date Info Last Date
03-02-2026 804 Laboratory Assistant, Junior Laboratory Assistant 25-02-2026

RSSB Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026 - Complete Details

Posted on: 03-02-2026Ends On: 25-02-2026
Class: PSU Jobs
Qualifications: Intermediate(12th), Graduates (BCA), Diploma (Computer Science)
Experience Type: Fresher
Tenure Type: Permanent
States: Rajasthan

Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) is inviting applications for 804 permanent positions for the roles of Lab Assistant and Junior Lab Assistant across various state government departments. These roles primarily involve technical support in laboratories, including managing equipment, conducting experiments, and maintaining records in departments like Secondary Education, Agriculture, and State Forensic Science Laboratory.

Interested candidates must ensure they fulfill all eligibility compliance requirements mentioned in the detailed advertisement before applying online, as the last date for submission is 25-02-2026.

Vacancies & Eligibility Criteria:

Post Name Vacancies Age Limit as on 01-01-2027 Qualfication Pay Scale as per 7th CPC
Lab Assistant Grade-III (Secondary Education) 500 18-40 Years Senior Secondary with Science (with at least 3 subjects from Physics, Chemistry, Maths, Biology, Agriculture, Geology, Home Science) Pay Matrix Level-8
Lab Assistant (Agriculture Department) 32 18-40 Years Senior Secondary (12th) with Science or Agriculture Pay Matrix Level-8
Lab Assistant (Sanskrit Education) 17 18-40 Years Senior Secondary (12th) with Science Pay Matrix Level-8
Lab Assistant (Forensic Science) 33 18-40 Years

Senior Secondary (12th) with Science

AND any one of

  • Degree in Computer Science / Computer Application
  • Diploma in Computer Science / Computer Application from a university or institution established by law in India or recognized by State/Central Government
  • “O” Level or higher certificate course conducted by DOEACC Society (NIELIT), New Delhi
  • Rajasthan State Certificate Course in Information Technology (RS-CIT) conducted by Vardhman Mahaveer Open University (VMOU), Kota
Pay Matrix Level-8
Junior Lab Assistant (Forensic Science) 68 18-40 Years Pay Matrix Level-5
Junior Lab Assistant (PHED) 18 18-40 Years Senior Secondary (12th) with Science (With Chemistry) Pay Matrix Level-5
Lab Assistant (Geography) (College Education) 136 18-40 Years Senior Secondary (12th) with Geography as a subject Pay Matrix Level-8
Age Relaxation
  • 5 Years Relaxation: For General Female candidates and SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS Male candidates (Rajasthan Domicile).
  • 10 Years Relaxation: For SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS Female candidates (Rajasthan Domicile).
  • Additional Relaxation of 3 years for all candidates, as calculation of age for the Lab Assistant / Junior Lab Assistant Joint Direct Recruitment 2022 was previously done as of 01-01-2023. Since no recruitment has taken place after that, all applicants will now be granted an additional relaxation of 03 years in the maximum age limit.

Salary

  • For pay Matrix Level 8 Posts - These posts carry Pay scale 47600 - 151100. Gross salary will be approx 65000 per month.
  • For pay Matrix Level 5 Posts - These posts carry Pay scale 29200 - 92300. Gross salary will be approx 50000 per month.

Other Eligibility Conditions

  • Candidates appearing / awaiting results of their qualifying exam are eligible but must complete the qualification before the recruitment exam date.
  • Knowledge of Hindi (Devanagari script) and Rajasthan culture is mandatory. Candidates from other states may apply under General category.
  • Candidates must fill a department priority list in the form. Note that Lab Assistant (Geography) requires a separate application filing process.

TSP (Tribal Sub Plan) / Non-TSP Area Conditions

  • TSP area posts are reserved exclusively for candidates who are permanent residents of the notified TSP areas of Rajasthan.
  • Non-TSP area posts are open to eligible candidates from all states.
  • Candidates selected for both TSP and Non-TSP areas must indicate their area preference during document verification.

Dates to Consider:

  • Last Date to Submit Online Application Form: 25-02-2026
  • Written Examination Date for Laboratory Assistant (Geography): 09-05-2026
  • Written Examination Date for All Other Posts: 10-05-2026

Mode of Recruitment :

The selection process will consist of a written test, followed by document verification.

Written Examination

The written examination will be conducted by the Board for recruitment to the post of Laboratory Assistant (Geography) and Laboratory Assistant / Senior Laboratory Assistant (Science). The examination for Laboratory Assistant (Geography) will be held on 09-05-2026, and the examination for all other posts will be held on 10-05-2026. If the examination is conducted in more than one phase, the marks obtained by candidates will be normalized. Admit cards will be issued online through SSO Login on the Recruitment Portal. No admit card will be sent by post.

Paper Maximum Marks Duration Number of Questions Negative Marking Minimum Qualifying Marks
Paper I 200 2 Hours 100 (Multiple Choice) One-third of the marks prescribed for the question will be deducted for each wrong answer 40% (5% relaxation for SC/ST candidates)
Paper II 200 2 Hours 100 (Multiple Choice) One-third of the marks prescribed for the question will be deducted for each wrong answer 40% (5% relaxation for SC/ST candidates)

Paper I will include questions on the geographical, historical, cultural and general knowledge of Rajasthan, current affairs of Rajasthan, general knowledge of India and the world, and educational psychology. Paper II will include questions on secondary standard science, and senior secondary standard physics, chemistry, and biology.

Test Structure For Lab Assistant (Geography)
Part Subject Marks Total Marks Duration
Part I General Knowledge of Rajasthan (History, Art, Culture, Literature, Tradition, Heritage, and Geography of Rajasthan) 100 300 3 Hours
Part II Geography 200

All questions will be of objective type and all questions will carry equal marks. The minimum qualifying marks will be 40 percent. The minimum qualifying marks will be relaxed by 5 percent for candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. Negative marking will be applicable and one-third of the marks prescribed for a question will be deducted for each wrong answer.

Options marking
  • Each question has five options (A, B, C, D, E), and only one option must be selected by darkening the correct circle.
  • Answers must be marked using a blue ball point pen only.
  • It is mandatory to mark one option for each question. If a question is not attempted, the circle for option “E” must be darkened; otherwise, if no circle is darkened, one-third (1/3) of the marks allotted for that question will be deducted.
  • After completing the question paper, the candidate must ensure that one circle is darkened for every question; an additional 10 minutes beyond the scheduled examination time will be provided for this purpose.
  • A candidate who does not darken any option in more than 10% of the total questions shall be disqualified.

Final Merit

Final merit will be formed on the basis of performance in the test. Candidates will be shortlisted for document verification based on their performance in the written examination. At this stage, they must produce original documents related to eligibility as prescribed in the notification; failure to do so or ineligibility will lead to cancellation of candidature.

Fee Structure :

If not already paid, candidates must deposit the application fee online as a One Time Registration (OTR) fee through the Rajasthan Government SSO Portal. The category-wise fee structure is as follows:

  • General / Creamy Layer OBC / Creamy Layer MBC: ₹600
  • Non-Creamy Layer OBC / Non-Creamy Layer MBC / EWS / SC / ST: ₹400
  • Persons with Disabilities (PwD): ₹400

The above fee is payable as a One Time Registration (OTR) in compliance with the Rajasthan Government Directive dated 19-04-2023. Candidates may pay the fee online using their SSO ID or through an authorized e-Mitra kiosk or Common Service Centre (CSC). The OTR fee is required to be paid only once and will remain valid for all recruitments conducted by Rajasthan Government recruitment agencies, including RPSC, RSSB, and others.

How to Apply :

Applications for Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) recruitment should be submitted by following the steps outlined below.

  1. One Time Registration (OTR)
    1. Log in to the SSO Portal and complete the OTR process. Basic details such as Name, Father’s Name, Gender, and Date of Birth are auto-fetched from Aadhaar or Jan-Aadhaar.
    2. A live photograph is captured through the system using a 5-second timer. A white or light background should be used, and blinking the eyes 2–3 times during the countdown is required. The face must cover at least 50% of the photograph.
    3. Scanned copies of the signature and left-hand thumb impression (right-hand thumb only if the left is unavailable) must be uploaded in JPEG format.
    4. The signature should be done on white A4 paper using a black or dark blue pen within a rectangular box measuring 7 cm in width and 2 cm in height.
    5. Both the signature and thumb impression must be provided by the candidate only. Submissions made by any other person will lead to rejection.
    6. Images must be properly scanned, cropped to the specified box dimensions, and uploaded. Mobile phone photographs of these documents are not permitted.
    7. The signature image must be in JPEG format with dimensions between 280 × 80 pixels and 560 × 160 pixels, and file size between 20 KB and 50 KB.
    8. The thumb impression file size must not exceed 50 KB.
  2. Online Application Form
    1. After completion of OTR, the relevant recruitment advertisement should be selected from the dashboard.
    2. All required educational qualifications and category details must be entered carefully. Eligibility conditions should be verified before proceeding.
    3. Candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS categories from outside Rajasthan are required to apply under the General category.
  3. Final Submission
    1. All filled details should be reviewed thoroughly before completing the final submission.
    2. A copy of the submitted application form should be saved and printed for personal records and future reference.
    3. No hard copy of the application form is required to be sent to the Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB), Jaipur, at this stage.
  4. Correction and Withdrawal Rules
    1. After final submission, changes are not permitted in the following details:
      1. Candidate’s name
      2. Father’s name
      3. Gender
      4. Date of birth
      5. Photograph and signature sample
    2. For correction of Name, Father’s Name, Gender, or Date of Birth, details must first be updated in Aadhaar or Jan-Aadhaar and then re-fetched through the OTR screen.
    3. A correction window of 3 days will be provided after the application closing date on payment of a fee of 300 Rupees. An additional final correction window of 7 days will be made available one month prior to the examination.
    4. An application withdrawal facility will also be available through the SSO portal for a period of 3 days, scheduled one month before the examination.
  5. For assistance related to the application process, the Rajasthan Staff Selection Board helpline may be contacted at 0141-2552796.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - RSSB Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026

Q.
How many vacancies are announced under RSSB Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026?
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A total of 804 vacancies are announced for Lab Assistant and Junior Lab Assistant posts across various Rajasthan state departments.
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What is the last date to apply for RSSB Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026?
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The last date to submit the online application form is 25-02-2026.
Q.
What is the age limit for RSSB Lab Assistant and Junior Lab Assistant posts?
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The age limit is 18 to 40 years as on 01-01-2027, with applicable age relaxation as per Rajasthan government rules.
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What is the selection process for RSSB Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026?
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The selection process consists of a written examination followed by document verification.
Q.
Is there negative marking in the written examination for RSSB Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026?
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Yes, one-third of the marks prescribed for a question will be deducted for each wrong answer.
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When will the written exam be conducted for RSSB Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026 ?
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The written examination for Lab Assistant (Geography) will be held on 09-05-2026, and for all other posts on 10-05-2026.
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How much is application fee for RSSB Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026?
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The One Time Registration fee is ₹600 for General and Creamy Layer OBC/MBC candidates, and ₹400 for SC, ST, EWS, Non-Creamy Layer OBC/MBC, and PwD candidates.
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Can candidates from other states apply for RSSB Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026?
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Yes, candidates from other states can apply, but they will be considered under the General category only.
Q.
Is qualifying the CET Intermediate Level examination mandatory for RSSB Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026?
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No, qualifying the CET Intermediate Level examination is not mandatory for RSSB Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026. Selection will be based solely on the written examination conducted by the Rajasthan Staff Selection Board, followed by document verification.