REET (Rajasthan Eligibility Examination for Teachers) is conducted by the Board of Secondary Education, Rajasthan (BSER) and is the mandatory eligibility test for anyone who wants to teach in Rajasthan government schools. It's important to understand what REET actually is before you prepare for it: REET itself does not directly appoint you to a teaching post. It certifies your eligibility. Actual recruitment into Grade III Teacher posts happens through a separate recruitment exam (conducted by RSMSSB or the state education department) that REET-qualified candidates apply for.
Important: REET's validity period, the exact recruitment linkage, and vacancy details for the subsequent teacher recruitment change across cycles and government orders. Verify the current rules on the official REET/BSER portal before planning around them.
Level 1 vs Level 2 — pick the right one
REET is split into two levels based on the classes you want to teach:
| Level | Target classes | Educational eligibility (typical) |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | Classes 1–5 (Primary) | Senior Secondary + a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (or equivalent), per NCTE norms |
| Level 2 | Classes 6–8 (Upper Primary) | Graduation + a B.Ed. (or equivalent), per NCTE norms |
A candidate who wants to be eligible for both levels can appear for both papers in the same REET cycle — they're conducted as separate papers, usually on the same day or close together, and you can attempt either or both.
Exam pattern
Both Level 1 and Level 2 are objective-type papers, structured around the subjects a primary or upper-primary teacher is expected to know.
| Section | Focus |
|---|---|
| Child Development and Pedagogy | Educational psychology, child development principles, inclusive education |
| Language I and Language II | Two languages (one typically being the medium of instruction), grammar and comprehension |
| Mathematics | Level 1: foundational arithmetic and pedagogy; Level 2: subject-specific for upper-primary |
| Environmental Studies (Level 1) / Science & Social Studies (Level 2) | Subject content plus teaching-methodology questions |
A distinguishing feature of REET compared to a generic GK exam is the heavy pedagogy component — questions test not just subject knowledge but how you'd teach it, which trips up candidates who prepare only from static-GK-style material.
Preparation approach
Start with NCERT textbooks for the relevant classes (1–5 for Level 1, 6–8 for Level 2) — REET questions map closely onto this syllabus rather than higher-level content. Build a dedicated pedagogy study block; it's a distinct skill from subject knowledge and is tested heavily in Child Development and Pedagogy. Practice previous REET papers specifically, since the question style (conceptual, teaching-method-oriented) differs from other Rajasthan competitive exams even when the subject overlaps.
What happens after REET
Passing REET makes you eligible to apply for Grade III Teacher recruitment, which is a separate exam with its own written test and merit process — REET marks are typically one input into that selection, not a standalone guarantee of a job. Track both REET and the subsequent teacher-recruitment notification separately; they run on different timelines.
FAQs
Does clearing REET guarantee a teaching job? No. REET is an eligibility certification. Actual appointment requires clearing the separate Grade III Teacher recruitment exam.
Can I appear for both Level 1 and Level 2 in the same REET cycle? Yes, they are separate papers within the same overall REET exam and a candidate can attempt both if eligible.
Is REET valid for a limited period? REET validity rules have changed across government orders — check the current official notification rather than assuming a fixed validity period.
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