REET Eligibility 2026
Last updated: April 2026 · Based on the latest RBSE REET notification pattern
Quick answer
REET requires a minimum age of 18. There is no fixed upper age limit for the eligibility test itself — that applies at the RSSB Grade-3 teacher recruitment stage. Education-wise: Level 1 needs senior-secondary plus D.El.Ed/B.El.Ed (or a Bachelor with D.El.Ed); Level 2 needs a Bachelor degree plus B.Ed (or equivalent integrated programmes). Rajasthan domicile is not required to appear, but several reservation and cut-off relaxations apply only to domiciles.
Age limits
For the REET eligibility test
- Minimum age: 18 years on the application closing date
- Maximum age: No fixed upper age limit for the eligibility test itself
For RSSB Grade-3 teacher recruitment (after REET)
The recruitment cycle uses age limits from the RSSB notification — typically 18 to 40 years for general candidates as on January 1 of the cycle year. Reserved categories from Rajasthan get standard relaxations.
- OBC / EWS male: +5 years
- SC / ST male, OBC / EWS female: +5 to +10 years
- SC / ST female: +10 years
- PwD candidates: +5 years on top of category relaxation
Confirm exact bands in the latest RSSB notification — relaxations are tied to Rajasthan domicile claims.
Education requirements: Level 1 vs Level 2
| Criterion | Level 1 (Classes I–V) | Level 2 (Classes VI–VIII) |
|---|---|---|
| Teacher post | Primary school teacher | Upper-primary teacher |
| Senior-secondary route | 50% Class XII + 2-year D.El.Ed | 50% Class XII + 4-year B.El.Ed (integrated) |
| Bachelor route | Bachelor degree + 2-year D.El.Ed | Bachelor (50%) + 1-year B.Ed; or any Bachelor + 2-year B.Ed |
| Integrated route | 50% Class XII + 4-year B.El.Ed | 50% Class XII + 4-year integrated BA-B.Ed / B.Sc-B.Ed |
| Final-year candidates | Allowed (must produce qualifying degree on time) | Allowed (must produce qualifying degree on time) |
| Subject group at application | No subject choice — single paper for all | Choose Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies |
| Qualifying % | 60% (general), 55% (reserved) | 60% (general), 55% (reserved) |
Domicile rules
For appearing in REET
No domicile restriction. Candidates from any state can apply.
For Rajasthan reservation benefits
Rajasthan domicile is required to claim Rajasthan-specific reserved category (SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS) age and cut-off relaxations.
For RSSB Grade-3 teacher recruitment
Non-Rajasthan candidates compete against the general / out-of-state quota at the recruitment stage. Rajasthan domiciles get a much larger reserved share of vacancies.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum age to apply for REET?
The minimum age is 18 years. There is no fixed upper age limit for the REET eligibility test itself — REET is a qualifying examination, not a recruitment exam. Upper-age limits apply at the RSSB Grade-3 teacher recruitment stage, which uses a separate notification.
Can a final-year B.Ed student appear for REET?
Yes, in most cycles RBSE allows candidates pursuing the final year of B.Ed (or D.El.Ed for Level 1) to appear, subject to producing the qualifying degree before the date specified in the notification. Always confirm in the current RBSE notification before applying.
Is Rajasthan domicile required to appear for REET?
No, candidates from outside Rajasthan can appear for REET. However, several Rajasthan-specific reservation benefits, age relaxations, and reserved-category cut-off relaxations only apply to Rajasthan domiciles. Non-Rajasthan candidates compete in the general / out-of-state category for the subsequent recruitment cycle.
What qualifications are needed for REET Level 1?
Level 1 (primary, Classes I-V) commonly requires: senior-secondary (Class XII) with 50% plus a 2-year D.El.Ed (or B.El.Ed); OR senior-secondary with 45% as per NCTE 2002 norms with a 2-year D.El.Ed; OR senior-secondary with 50% plus a 4-year B.El.Ed; OR a Bachelor degree plus a 2-year D.El.Ed.
What qualifications are needed for REET Level 2?
Level 2 (upper-primary, Classes VI-VIII) commonly requires: a Bachelor degree plus a 2-year B.Ed; OR a Bachelor degree with 50% plus a 1-year B.Ed; OR senior-secondary with 50% plus a 4-year B.El.Ed; OR senior-secondary with 50% plus a 4-year integrated BA-B.Ed/B.Sc-B.Ed; OR a Bachelor degree plus a 2-year D.El.Ed.
Is CTET equivalent to REET for Rajasthan teacher recruitment?
No. CTET is a central eligibility test conducted by CBSE for central-government-controlled schools. For Rajasthan state government primary and upper-primary teacher recruitment, REET is the state-specific requirement. A CTET pass alone does not substitute for REET in Rajasthan recruitment.
Can I appear for REET multiple times?
Yes. There is no attempt limit for REET. You can appear in successive cycles. A REET pass certificate, once earned, has lifetime validity per current Rajasthan government policy — but always confirm in the latest RBSE notification.
Are there any relaxations for women or PwD candidates?
Yes. Women and Persons with Disabilities (PwD) candidates from Rajasthan get the lower 55% qualifying threshold (instead of 60% for general). PwD candidates also get age and other relaxations under RTE and Rajasthan service rules at the recruitment (RSSB Grade-3) stage.