REET Syllabus 2026 — Level 1 and Level 2 Complete Breakdown
Last updated: April 2026 · Based on the latest RBSE REET syllabus pattern
Quick answer
Both REET Level 1 (primary, Classes I–V) and Level 2 (upper-primary, Classes VI–VIII) papers carry 150 multiple-choice questions for 150 marks in 150 minutes. There is no negative marking. Level 1 has five 30-question sections (CDP, Language I, Language II, Mathematics, EVS). Level 2 has three 30-question sections (CDP, Language I, Language II) plus a 60-question subject group — Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies — picked at application time. Qualifying marks: 60% for general, 55% for reserved categories.
Exam pattern at a glance
150
Questions
150
Total Marks
150 min
Duration
None
Negative Marking
Each correct answer is worth 1 mark. Wrong or blank answers earn 0 — no deduction.
REET Level 1 syllabus (Classes I–V)
Level 1 is for primary teacher posts. Five sections of 30 questions each — total 150 marks. Eligibility commonly requires senior-secondary plus D.El.Ed (or equivalent) or a Bachelor degree with B.Ed.
| # | Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| 2 | Language I (Hindi / English / Sanskrit / Sindhi / Punjabi / Urdu / Gujarati) | 30 | 30 |
| 3 | Language II (different from Language I) | 30 | 30 |
| 4 | Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| 5 | Environmental Studies (EVS) | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 | |
Child Development and Pedagogy
30 questions · 30 marks
- Concept of growth and development; principles and dimensions
- Individual differences among learners
- Concept and theories of learning — behaviourism, Gestalt, Piaget, Bandura, constructivism
- Motivation, personality, intelligence and creativity (concept level)
- Assessment — Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation, achievement tests
- Inclusive education and children with special needs
- Teacher's role under the Right to Education (RTE) framework
Language I (Hindi / English / Sanskrit / Sindhi / Punjabi / Urdu / Gujarati)
30 questions · 30 marks
- Unseen prose and poetry — comprehension passages
- Grammar and language structure at primary level
- Pedagogy of language development at primary level
- Principles of teaching language and language acquisition
- Language learning challenges and remedial teaching
Language II (different from Language I)
30 questions · 30 marks
- Unseen prose and poetry comprehension
- Grammar fundamentals
- Pedagogy of second language teaching
- Reading and writing skill development
Mathematics
30 questions · 30 marks
- Number system, fractions, decimals, percentages
- Basic algebra, geometry, mensuration
- Data handling — bar graphs, pictographs
- Pedagogical issues — nature of mathematics, place in the curriculum
- Diagnostic and remedial teaching of mathematics
Environmental Studies (EVS)
30 questions · 30 marks
- Family and friends, food, shelter, water, travel
- Things we make and do, world of plants and animals
- Concept and scope of EVS at primary level
- Approaches to EVS — integrated, activity-based
- Rajasthan-specific environment, geography and culture at primary level
REET Level 2 syllabus (Classes VI–VIII)
Level 2 is for upper-primary teacher posts. Three 30-question sections plus a 60-question subject group — Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies. Eligibility commonly requires a Bachelor degree plus B.Ed or B.El.Ed.
| # | Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| 2 | Language I (medium of instruction) | 30 | 30 |
| 3 | Language II | 30 | 30 |
| 4 | Subject Group (60 questions) — Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 | |
Child Development and Pedagogy
30 questions · 30 marks
- Growth and development at upper-primary level
- Individual differences and learner diversity
- Learning theories — behaviourism, Gestalt, Piaget, Bandura, constructivism
- Motivation, personality, intelligence (Classes VI-VIII context)
- Assessment — formative, summative, CCE
- Inclusive education and children with special needs
- RTE framework and teacher's role
Language I (medium of instruction)
30 questions · 30 marks
- Unseen comprehension at upper-primary level
- Grammar and language structure
- Language pedagogy and acquisition
- Reading, writing and oral skills
Language II
30 questions · 30 marks
- Unseen prose and poetry — Classes VI-VIII level
- Grammar fundamentals and translation
- Second language teaching pedagogy
Subject Group (60 questions) — Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies
60 questions · 60 marks
- Mathematics & Science: number system, algebra, geometry, mensuration; physics, chemistry, biology at upper-primary level
- Social Studies: history (ancient, medieval, modern, Rajasthan), geography (physical, India, Rajasthan), civics (Indian Constitution, governance), economics (production, consumption)
- Subject pedagogy — how the chosen subject is taught at Classes VI-VIII level
- Common MCQ traps and classroom-application reasoning
Qualifying marks
| Category | Required % | Marks (out of 150) |
|---|---|---|
| General | 60% | 90 |
| OBC / MBC / SC / ST / EWS | 55% | 82 |
| PwD / Women (Rajasthan) | 55% | 82 |
Final qualifying thresholds are confirmed in each cycle's RBSE notification. Qualifying for REET is eligibility — final teacher selection rides on the RSSB Grade-3 recruitment cycle.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between REET Level 1 and Level 2?
REET Level 1 is the eligibility test for primary teachers (Classes I-V) and Level 2 is for upper-primary teachers (Classes VI-VIII). Level 1 has 5 sections including Mathematics and Environmental Studies (EVS); Level 2 has 4 sections — CDP, Language I, Language II — plus a 60-question subject group (either Mathematics & Science or Social Studies, picked at application time).
How many questions does the REET paper have?
Both Level 1 and Level 2 papers have 150 multiple-choice questions for 150 marks. Time allowed is 150 minutes (2 hours 30 minutes). There is no negative marking, so every blank or wrong answer simply earns zero — it does not reduce your score.
Can I appear for both Level 1 and Level 2 in the same cycle?
Yes. If you meet the eligibility criteria for both levels, you can appear for both papers in the same REET cycle. Most candidates with B.Ed and a graduation degree are eligible for both, while D.El.Ed-qualified candidates are typically restricted to Level 1.
Which subject group should I pick for Level 2 — Mathematics & Science or Social Studies?
Pick the group aligned with your graduation subject. If your degree is in arts, history, geography, civics or economics, choose Social Studies. If your degree is in science or mathematics, choose Mathematics & Science. The choice is locked at application time and cannot be changed for that cycle.
What are the qualifying marks for REET?
General category candidates need 60% (90 of 150 marks) to qualify. SC, ST, OBC, MBC, EWS, PwD, and women candidates need 55% (about 82 of 150 marks). Qualifying marks are confirmed in each cycle's RBSE notification.
How is CDP weighted across both levels?
Child Development and Pedagogy is a compulsory 30-question, 30-mark section on both Level 1 and Level 2. The framework is the same — learner development, learning theories, motivation, assessment, RTE, inclusive education — but examples should be pitched at primary learners (Classes I-V) for Level 1 and upper-primary learners (Classes VI-VIII) for Level 2.
Is the REET 2026 syllabus different from earlier cycles?
The core syllabus structure is stable across cycles — 30+30+30+60 (or 30+30+30+30+30 for Level 1) for a 150-mark paper. Any specific 2026 change will be confirmed by RBSE in the official notification. Do not assume changes from circulating documents until they appear on the official rajeduboard.rajasthan.gov.in REET page.
Are NCERT books enough for the REET syllabus?
NCERT textbooks for Classes I-V (for Level 1) and Classes VI-VIII (for Level 2) form the core. Add the RBSE state textbook series for Rajasthan-specific Social Studies content, and a focused CDP source-book for theorist-and-classroom application. For Mathematics and EVS at Level 1, NCERTs are sufficient if read carefully.