Rajasthan SET 2026 Registration Deadline Extended to August 10; Online Applications Open: Eligibility, Application Process, Exam Date, Fees & Complete Guide
The University of Kota (UOK) has officially extended the Rajasthan State Eligibility Test (Rajasthan SET) 2026 registration deadline, giving aspiring Assistant Professors additional time to complete their online applications. Candidates can now submit the Rajasthan SET 2026 application form until August 10, 2026, through the Rajasthan Single Sign-On (SSO) portal. The extension offers relief to candidates who could not complete the registration process before the earlier deadline.
Rajasthan SET is the state-level eligibility examination conducted to determine the eligibility of candidates for the post of Assistant Professor in universities and colleges across Rajasthan. The examination will be conducted by the University of Kota, and applications are being accepted online for 43 subjects. Candidates are advised to complete the application process well before the revised deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Rajasthan SET 2026 Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Examination | Rajasthan State Eligibility Test (SET) 2026 |
| Conducting Body | University of Kota (UOK) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Deadline | August 10, 2026 (Extended) |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR-Based) |
| Exam Date | September 13, 2026 |
| Official Application | Rajasthan SSO Portal |
Registration Deadline Extended
The University of Kota has extended the online application deadline from the earlier closing date to August 10, 2026.
Candidates who have not yet applied can still:
Complete online registration.
Upload required documents.
Pay the application fee.
Submit the final application form.
The extension applies to both application submission and fee payment.
Rajasthan SET 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Applications Started | June 14, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | August 10, 2026 (Extended) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | August 10, 2026 |
| Examination Date | September 13, 2026 |
Candidates should not wait until the final day, as server traffic generally increases close to the deadline.
Who Can Apply?
Candidates are eligible if they:
Hold a Master's degree in the relevant subject from a recognised university.
Have secured at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwD and other eligible reserved categories as per rules).
Final-year postgraduate students awaiting results may also apply subject to the prescribed conditions.
Select the same subject in SET as their postgraduate discipline.
There is no upper age limit for appearing in Rajasthan SET.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC (Creamy Layer) | ₹1,500 |
| EWS / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) / SBC | ₹1,200 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹750 |
The application fee can be paid online through the Rajasthan SSO portal using available digital payment methods.
How to Apply
Candidates should follow these steps:
Log in to the Rajasthan SSO Portal.
Access the Rajasthan SET 2026 application link.
Complete the registration process.
Fill in personal and academic details.
Select the appropriate SET subject.
Upload photograph, signature and required certificates.
Pay the application fee.
Verify all entered details.
Submit the application.
Download and save the confirmation page.
Documents Required
Keep the following ready before filling the form:
Passport-size Photograph.
Signature.
Master's Degree Mark Sheets.
Category Certificate (if applicable).
PwD Certificate (if applicable).
Valid Identity Proof.
Rajasthan SSO ID.
Rajasthan SET 2026 Exam Pattern
The examination consists of two papers conducted in a single session.
| Paper | Nature |
|---|---|
| Paper I | Teaching & Research Aptitude |
| Paper II | Subject-Specific Questions |
Key Features:
Offline (OMR-based) examination.
Objective-type multiple-choice questions.
Multiple subjects available.
No upper age limit for eligibility.
Detailed subject-wise syllabus is available through the official notification.
Subjects Offered
The Rajasthan SET examination is conducted in multiple disciplines covering Arts, Commerce, Science, Social Sciences, Languages and other postgraduate subjects notified by the University of Kota. Candidates must choose the subject corresponding to their postgraduate qualification.
Why Qualify Rajasthan SET?
Qualifying Rajasthan SET makes candidates eligible for:
Assistant Professor recruitment in Rajasthan universities.
Teaching positions in government and private colleges (subject to recruitment rules).
Academic careers in higher education institutions.
Eligibility certification recognised under the prescribed state norms.
Preparation Tips
Candidates should:
Complete the application well before August 10.
Study the latest syllabus carefully.
Focus on Teaching & Research Aptitude.
Revise postgraduate subject concepts thoroughly.
Solve previous years' SET papers.
Attempt mock tests regularly.
Improve time management before the examination.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Waiting until the last day to apply.
Selecting the wrong subject.
Uploading unclear documents.
Entering incorrect academic details.
Forgetting to pay the application fee.
Not downloading the confirmation page.
Ignoring the official examination guidelines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Has the Rajasthan SET 2026 registration deadline been extended?
Yes. The University of Kota has extended the last date to submit online applications to August 10, 2026.
When is the Rajasthan SET 2026 examination?
The examination is scheduled to be conducted on September 13, 2026.
Who can apply for Rajasthan SET?
Candidates with a Master's degree in the relevant subject meeting the prescribed minimum marks are eligible. Final-year postgraduate students may also apply subject to the notification.
Is there any age limit?
No. There is no upper age limit for appearing in Rajasthan SET.
What is the application fee?
The fee ranges from ₹750 to ₹1,500, depending on the candidate's category.
How can candidates apply?
Applications can be submitted online through the Rajasthan SSO Portal before the revised deadline.
Final Update
The extension of the Rajasthan SET 2026 registration deadline to August 10 provides an additional opportunity for postgraduate candidates aspiring to become Assistant Professors in Rajasthan's higher education institutions. Eligible applicants should complete their registration, upload all required documents and pay the application fee without waiting for the final day. With the examination scheduled for September 13, 2026, candidates now have valuable extra time to complete the application process and intensify their preparation for one of Rajasthan's key teaching eligibility examinations.
