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There is a major update for candidates preparing to become Assistant Professors in Rajasthan. The University of Kota has released the official notification for the Rajasthan State Eligibility Test (SET) 2026. This exam determines eligibility for the post of Assistant Professor in the state's universities and colleges. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online. The application deadline is July 15, 2026, and the exam is scheduled for September 6, 2026. Candidates are advised to carefully review details regarding eligibility, the exam pattern, fees, and other important information before applying.

Who can apply?
Candidates belonging to the General, Unreserved, and EWS categories must have secured at least 55% marks in their Master's degree from a UGC-recognized institution. A minimum of 50% marks is required for candidates belonging to the OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), SC, ST, PwD, and Third Gender categories.

Students in the final year of their postgraduate course or those awaiting their results may also apply; however, they must fulfill the required educational qualifications within the stipulated timeframe.

What are the age limit and exam pattern?
There is no upper age limit for appearing in this exam. The examination will consist of two papers. Paper I will comprise 50 questions carrying 100 marks, while Paper II will consist of 100 questions carrying 200 marks. The total duration for both papers will be three hours.

Marking scheme and application fee
Two marks will be awarded for each correct answer, and there will be no negative marking. The application fee is set at ₹1,500 for General category candidates and candidates from other states; ₹1,200 for EWS and OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates; and ₹750 for SC, ST, and PwD candidates.

How to apply
Candidates should visit the official website of the University of Kota and click on the Rajasthan SET 2026 application link. After this, log in via the SSO portal, fill in the required details, upload the documents, pay the fee, submit the application form, and keep a copy for your records.

Certificate Validity
The Rajasthan SET certificate will be valid only within the state of Rajasthan, but it will remain valid for a lifetime. Successful candidates will be considered eligible for recruitment as Assistant Professors in universities and colleges.

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