Rajasthan Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026 notification released by the Rajasthan Staff Selection Board for 804 posts of Laboratory Assistant & Junior Laboratory Assistant. 12th & Diploma holder candidates can apply now for the post. Check eligibility criteria, age limit, exam date, syllabus, salary, application fee, and apply online at rssb.rajasthan.gov.in before 25 February 2026.
Rajasthan Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Overview
The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) has officially released Advertisement No. 05/2026 announcing 804 Laboratory Assistant and Junior Laboratory Assistant vacancies across various Rajasthan state government departments. This is a great news for all the candidates waiting for such excellent career opportunity. Eligible and willing candidates can apply online through the official website rssb.rajasthan.gov.in from 27 January 2026 to 25 February 2026.
| Particulars |
Details |
| Recruitment Agency / Board |
Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) |
| Advertisement No. |
05/2026 |
| Name of Post |
Laboratory Assistant & Junior Laboratory Assistant |
| Total No. of Posts |
804 |
| Job Location |
Rajasthan |
| Qualification |
12th Pass / Diploma |
| Age Limit |
As per RSSB Rules |
| Selection Process |
As per Recruitment Rules |
| Application Mode |
Online |
| Application Start Date |
27 January 2026 |
| Application End Date |
25 February 2026 |
| Exam Date |
09 May 2026 & 10 May 2026 |
| Official Website |
rssb.rajasthan.gov.in
|
Rajasthan Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details-
| S. No. |
Department Name |
Post Name |
Non-TSP Area |
TSP Area |
Total Vacancies |
| 1 |
Agriculture Department |
Laboratory Assistant Grade-III |
418 |
82 |
500 |
| 2 |
Secondary Education Department |
Laboratory Assistant |
32 |
0 |
32 |
| 3 |
Sanskrit Education Department |
Laboratory Assistant |
— |
— |
— |
| 4 |
State Forensic Science Laboratory |
Laboratory Assistant (Except Photography) |
16 |
1 |
17 |
| 5 |
State Forensic Science Laboratory |
Laboratory Assistant (Photography) |
31 |
0 |
31 |
| 6 |
Public Health Engineering Department (PHED) |
Junior Laboratory Assistant |
68 |
0 |
68 |
| 7 |
Commissionerate of College Education |
Laboratory Assistant (Geography) |
117 |
19 |
136 |
| — |
Total |
— |
697 |
107 |
804 |
Rajasthan Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria-
| Department |
Minimum Educational Qualification |
| Secondary Education Department |
Senior Secondary (10+2) with any three subjects from Microbiology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics |
| Agriculture Department |
Senior Secondary / Higher Secondary with Science stream |
| Sanskrit Education Department |
Senior Secondary / Higher Secondary OR Varishtha Upadhyay with Science |
| State Forensic Science Laboratory (Home Dept.) |
Senior Secondary with Science (Second Division) + Computer qualification (RS-CIT / NIELIT O Level / CS or CA certificate or degree) |
| Public Health Engineering Department (PHED) |
Higher Secondary or equivalent with Chemistry in Science stream |
| College Education Department |
Senior Secondary with Geography subject |
Rajasthan Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026: Age Criteria
18-40 Year (As on 01.01.2027)
- The applicant must have attained the age of 18 years but not completed 40 years as on 1 January 2027.
- Special Provision: Candidates who were eligible for direct recruitment in the year when no recruitment was conducted (e.g., 2022) will get 3 years relaxation in maximum age.
Maximum Age Limit Relaxation by Category-
| Category / Special Case |
Relaxation in Maximum Age |
| General category women |
3 years |
| SC / ST / OBC / EWS men (Rajasthan residents) |
5 years |
| SC / ST / OBC / EWS women (Rajasthan residents) |
10 years |
| Ex-servicemen with prior state service before conviction |
Up to period of imprisonment or as per rules |
| NCC trained candidates |
As per NCC service rules (max 3 years) |
| Persons with Disabilities (PWD) |
6 years (additional to other category relaxations) |
| Widows / Divorced Women |
No upper age limit (subject to government-prescribed retirement age) |
| Ex-servicemen (general) |
10 years (maximum age after relaxation: 50 years) |
| Special area / conflict-affected candidates |
Up to 45 years; additional SC/ST relaxations as per rules |
Rajasthan Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026: Salary & Pay Scales-
| S. No. |
Post Name |
Department |
Pay Level (Pay Matrix) |
| 1 |
Laboratory Assistant Grade-III |
Secondary Education Department |
Level 8 |
| 2 |
Laboratory Assistant |
Agriculture Department |
Level 8 |
| 3 |
Laboratory Assistant |
Sanskrit Education Department |
Level 8 |
| 4 |
Laboratory Assistant (Photography) |
State Forensic Science Laboratory |
Level 8 |
| 5 |
Laboratory Assistant (Non-Photography) |
State Forensic Science Laboratory |
Level 8 |
| 6 |
Laboratory Assistant |
College Education Department |
Level 8 |
| 7 |
Laboratory Assistant |
Public Health Engineering Department (PHED) |
Level 8 |
| 8 |
Junior Laboratory Assistant |
State Forensic Science Laboratory |
Level 5 |
- All direct-recruitment appointees undergo a 2-year probation period.
- During probation, appointees receive a fixed monthly remuneration as per state government rates; standard pay scale is not applied.
- No additional allowances (HRA, DA, Urban Compensatory Allowance, Special Pay) during probation.
- Other facilities, leave, and benefits will be as per Rajasthan Service Rules (amended).
- On successful completion of probation and training, appointees are placed on the minimum of designated pay level along with all applicable allowances.
Rajasthan Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026: Application/Registration Fee-
| Category |
OTR Fee |
| General / MBC / Creamy Layer OBC |
₹600/- |
| Non-Creamy Layer OBC / MBC / EWS / SC / ST (Rajasthan Domicile) |
₹400/- |
| All PwD Candidates |
₹400/- |
Payment Mode: Online
Note: Candidates who have paid OTR Fee before need not to pay again. The application fee is non-refundable.
Rajasthan Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026: Scheme of Examination-
| Paper |
Max Marks |
Duration |
No. of Questions |
Negative Marking |
Minimum Qualifying Marks |
Subjects |
| Paper-I |
200 |
2 Hours |
100 (MCQs) |
1/3 mark per wrong answer |
40% (SC/ST: 35%) |
Geographical, Historical, Cultural & General Knowledge of Rajasthan; Current Affairs of Rajasthan; General Knowledge of India & World; Educational Psychology
|
| Paper-II |
200 |
2 Hours |
100 (MCQs) |
1/3 mark per wrong answer |
40% (SC/ST: 35%) |
Science Subject Matter: Secondary Standard Science, Senior Secondary Physics, Chemistry & Biology
|
| Total |
400 |
|
Rajasthan Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026: How to Apply – Key Points
- Applicants should apply under the category they are eligible for.
- Creamy-layer OBC, SC/ST from other states, and EWS applicants are considered general category.
- Candidates should read the official advertisement and instructions carefully before submitting the online application.
- Only applications submitted online by the last date will be accepted.
- Incomplete or incorrect applications may be rejected.
- Category once submitted cannot be changed; wrong category may lead to rejection.
- Eligibility (age, qualification, category) will be verified based on submitted information and original documents.
- Live photograph must be captured via OTR during online application with clear face, well-lit, at least 50% frame coverage, light/white background, and no sunglasses or head covering.
- Signature and thumb impression must be uploaded in JPEG format (20–50 KB), with signature on white A4 paper (7×2 cm rectangle) and left-hand thumb impression (or right-hand if left unavailable).
- Admit card photo must match the uploaded photo, and only admit card, photo ID, blue/black ball pen, and 2.5×2.5 cm photo are allowed in exam hall; mobile phones, bags, or electronic devices are prohibited.
- Question paper and answer key will be uploaded on the official website, and objections can be raised with a fee of ₹100 per question.
- Violation of rules, unfair means, or misbehavior may lead to cancellation of candidature.
- Official Website: rssb.rajasthan.gov.in/ Contact: 0141-2552796
Rajasthan Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026- Important Links:
Rajasthan Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026- Important FAQs
Rajasthan Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is Rajasthan Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Rajasthan Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026 is conducted by the Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) to fill 804 Laboratory Assistant and Junior Laboratory Assistant posts in various state government departments.
Q2. What is the educational qualification for RSSB Lab Assistant 2026?
Ans: Candidates must have passed 12th (Science stream) or possess a relevant Diploma, as prescribed department-wise in the official notification.
Q3. What are the important dates for Rajasthan Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Online applications start on 27 January 2026 and the last date to apply is 25 February 2026. The written examination will be held on 09 and 10 May 2026.
Q4. What is the selection process for Rajasthan Lab Assistant 2026?
Ans: The selection process consists of a written examination (two papers) conducted by RSSB. Final selection will be based on merit as per recruitment rules.
Q5. How can I apply for Rajasthan Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website rssb.rajasthan.gov.in by completing One Time Registration (OTR) and submitting the application form before the last date.
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