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RSSB VDO Notification 2025: Eligibility Criteria & Exam Details

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RSSB VDO Notification 2025: Eligibility Criteria & Exam Details

RSSB VDO Notification 2025 was issued on 17 June 2025 by the Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB). The RSSB Village Development Officer (VDO) Exam Date has been announced through the official RSSB VDO Notification 2025. RSSB VDO Exam 2025 will take place on 31 August 2025 in Offline (OMR-based) mode. Candidates who wish to appear for the Rajasthan VDO Exam can fill out their RSSB VDO Application Form 2025 from 19 June to 18 July 2025.

RSSB VDO Application Form 2025 is available now and candidates who have cleared the Rajasthan Common Eligibility Test (CET) 2024 can apply within the specified time frame outlined in the RSSB VDO Notification 2025. Candidates are advised to fill out the RSSB VDO 2025 Applications before the deadline to avoid last-minute difficulties. Scroll down this page to get updates on RSSB VDO Recruitment 2025.

RSSB VDO Recruitment 2025  

RSSB VDO Notification is out for those who want to appear in the RSSB VDO Exam 2025. The RSSB VDO Notification 2025 contains detailed information about the recruitment process, covering eligibility requirements, exam dates, application steps, selection procedures, exam format, syllabus, and more. Candidates will be selected through a two-stage process: a qualifying preliminary exam followed by the main exam, which will determine the final merit list.

RSSB VDO Job Profile 

The Village Development Officer (VDO) in Rajasthan plays a vital role in advancing rural development across the state. This position is highly desirable among candidates due to the impactful and dynamic responsibilities it entails. A VDO’s primary focus is on the development and welfare of Rajasthan’s villages. Key duties include:

  • Collaboration with the Gram Pradhan
  • Program Implementation
  • Community Development
  • Sanitation and Infrastructure
  • Program Benefits

RSSB VDO Exam 2025: Overview

RSSB VDO Notification 2025 must be checked by the candidates first before applying to check the required eligibility criteria and the recruitment process. In the table below, we are providing a concise summary of the RSSB VDO Notification for a quick overview of the RSSB VDO Recruitment Process 2025:-

                          Rajasthan VDO Notification Highlights 2025

Exam Conducting Organization

Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB)

Post Name

Village Development Officer (VDO)

Vacancies

850

Application Dates

19 June to 18 July 2025

Application Mode

Online

Job Location

Rajasthan 

Selection Process

  • Prelim Exam 
  • Main Exam

RSSB VDO Important Dates 2025

RSSB VDO Exam Date 2025 has been announced through the RSSB VDO Notification 2025.  Below is a table with all the important dates related to the RSSB VDO Recruitment:

Event

Date

Notification Release Date

17 June 2025

Application Start Date

19 June 2025

Last Date to Apply

18 July 2025

Exam Date

31 August 2025

Admit Card Release Date

To Be Announced

Answer Key

To Be Announced

Result Declaration

To Be Announced

Rajasthan VDO 2025 Recruitment: Important Links

RSSB VDO Notification 2025 has been published on the official website of the RSSB. Candidates who are fulfilling the eligibility criteria have the opportunity to apply for this prestigious position under the Rajasthan government. Candidates are encouraged to carefully review the RSSB VDO Notification to fully understand all necessary details. Below is a table with all the essential links related to the RSSB VDO Recruitment 2025:

Official Website

RSSB VDO Notification PDF 2025

RSSB VDO Apply Link 

Rajasthan VDO Admit Card 2025 (will be activated soon)

RSSB VDO 2025 Answer Key (will be activated soon)

Rajasthan VDO Result 2025 (will be activated soon)

RSSB VDO 2025 Vacancy

The official RSSB VDO Notification 2025, including details on available vacancies, has been published by the RSSB on 17 June 2025. A total of 850 vacancies have been announced by the RSSB for the Village Development Officer. Have a look at the table for a clear breakdown of the RSSB VDO Vacancy 2025:-

                                            RSSB VDO Vacancy 2025

Category 

Vacancy

Non-scheduled Area

683

Scheduled Area

167

Total 

850

RSSB VDO Eligibility Criteria 2025

Candidates who want to apply for the RSSB VDO 2025 Recruitment should review the official RSSB VDO Notification 2025 to check the required Eligibility Criteria thoroughly before submitting their application forms. The RSSB VDO Notification 2025 provides detailed information on required nationality details, age limit and educational qualification. 

No prior experience is required to apply for the Village Development Officer position. Below, we outline the necessary eligibility details for your reference.

Nationality

To qualify for the RSSB VDO Recruitment 2025, candidates must fulfill the following criteria:

(a) Must be an Indian citizen, or

(b) Must be a citizen of Nepal, or

(c) Must be a citizen of Bhutan, or

(d) Must be a Tibetan refugee who entered India before 1 January 1962, with the intent of permanent settlement, or

(e) Must be a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Uganda, Sri Lanka, Burma, or the East African nations of Kenya and the United Republic of Tanzania (previously known as Tanzania and Zanzibar), Zambia, Zaire, Malawi, or Ethiopia, intending to settle permanently in India, provided they have successfully relocated to India.

Note: Candidates from categories (b), (c), (d), and (e) must present a certificate of eligibility issued by the Home and Justice Department of the Government of India.

Age Limit 

The age limit for RSSB VDO applicants will be detailed in the RSSB VDO Notification 2025. Candidates must be at least 18 years old and no older than 40 years on 1 January 2026 to apply for the Rajasthan VDO position.

Relaxation Age

The RSSB VDO Notification provides information about age relaxation for the Village Development Officer position. Upper age relaxation will be offered to candidates from the following categories, in accordance with the provisions set by the RSSB:

                                        RSSB VDO Relaxation Age 

Category

Age relaxation

SC/ST/OBC (Male of Rajasthan)

5 years

General (Female)

5 years

SC/ST/OBC (Female of Rajasthan)

10 years

Educational Qualification

Candidates interested in applying for the Village Development Officer recruitment must meet the educational qualifications. Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification recognized by the government, along with proficiency in Devanagari script (written in Hindi) and familiarity with the culture of Rajasthan.

Additionally, any one of the following credentials is required:

  • An “O” level certificate or higher, issued by the Department of Electronics Accreditation of Computer Courses (DOEACC) under the Department of Electronics, Government of India.
  • Certificate in Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) or Data Preparation and Computer Software (DPCS) from the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT) or State Council for Vocational Training (SCVT).
  • Diploma in Computer Science or Computer Applications from a university established by law or recognized by the government.
  • Diploma in Computer Science and Engineering from a polytechnic institution recognized by the government.
  • Rajasthan State Certificate in Information Technology (RS-CIT) provided by Vardhman Mahaveer Open University, Kota, under the supervision of Rajasthan Knowledge Corporation Limited.

RSSB VDO Application Process

RSSB VDO Application Link was activated on 19 June 2025. To apply for the RSSB VDO Recruitment 2025, eligible and interested candidates can follow the steps outlined below:

Step 1: Begin the application process by visiting the official RSSB website.

Step 2: Click on the 'Recruitment' tab.

Step 3: Select the link for RSSB VDO Recruitment 2025.

Step 4: Complete the basic registration by providing the required details.

Step 5: Log in using your registration number and password, and fill in the remaining information.

Step 6: Upload the required documents in the designated format and file size.

Step 7: Finalize the application fee payment through the online payment system.

Step 8: Finally, print a copy of the completed application form for future reference.

Application Fees 

To complete the RSSB VDO Application Form, candidates must pay an application fee. Candidates from reserved categories will benefit from a reduction in application fees. General category and creamy layer OBC candidates are required to pay the full application fee. Candidates from other states will also be categorized under the general category and must pay the full application fee. 

The application fee structure for the VDO exam is as follows:

                                RSSB VDO Application Fee 2025

Category

Application fees 

General & OBC/ MBC of Creamy Layer

₹ 600

OBC/ MBC/ SC/ ST/ EWS (Rajasthan’s Non-Creamy Layer)

₹ 400

PWD Candidates

₹ 400

RSSB VDO 2025 Selection Process

The RSSB VDO Selection Process 2025 is outlined in the RSSB VDO Notification 2025. This Rajasthan VDO Selection Process consists of two stages:-

Phase I: Preliminary Examination (CET)

Phase II: Main Examination

RSSB VDO Exam Pattern

The RSSB VDO Exam Pattern has been detailed in the RSSB VDO Notification 2025. Candidates preparing for the RSSB VDO Exam 2025 should carefully review the exam pattern. Understanding the exam structure will help you develop an effective study strategy, enabling you to approach the exam with confidence. 

Candidates who have qualified the RSSB CET are eligible to appear in the RSSB VDO Mains Exam 2025. Below, we present the RSSB VDO Exam Mains Pattern 2025 for your reference:

  1. The exam will be conducted in an objective type format, featuring Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs). 
  2. A total of 160 questions will be included, with a total weightage of 200 marks for the paper.
  3. A penalty of 1/3 mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer. 
  4. The RSSB VDO Exam will have a duration of 3 hours.

                                              RSSB VDO Exam Pattern 

Subject

No of Questions

Marks

Duration

Language Knowledge (General English, Hindi)

160

50

3 Hours

Maths 

30

General knowledge  

20

Geography & Natural Resources 

30

Rajasthan Agricultural & Economic Resources

30

History and Culture of Rajasthan

30

Basic Computer

10

Total

160

200

3 Hours

RSSB VDO Exam Syllabus 2025

The RSSB VDO Exam Syllabus 2025 has been released on the official website through the RSSB VDO Notification. Candidates are advised to review the syllabus to effectively plan their study strategy. Below is a table outlining the subject-wise syllabus:

                                  RSSB VDO Exam Syllabus 2025

Subject 

Syllabus 

Current Affairs 

Key current government issues, various events, and sports at the state, national, and international levels.

History and Culture of Rajasthan

  • Medieval background of Rajasthan
  • Social, economic life, and organization
  • Freedom movement and political awakening
  • Political unity of Rajasthan
  • Dialects and literature
  • Music, dance, and drama
  • Religious beliefs, folk traditions, saints, poets, brave individuals, folk deities, and folk goddesses
  • Handicrafts of Rajasthan
  • Fairs, festivals, customs, attire, and jewelry, with a special emphasis on tribal and scheduled tribe communities

Geography & Natural Resources 

  • Large geographical regions of the world, important locations, rivers, mountains, and continents
  • Environment, wildlife, and ecology of India
  • Rajasthan’s geographical landscape, climate, vegetation, soil types, geographical divisions, human resources, population-related issues, unemployment, poverty, famine, drought, growing desertification, natural resources (minerals, mines, forests, land, water, wildlife), forest conservation, energy issues, and traditional and non-traditional energy sources

Hindi

  • संधि एवं संधि विच्छेद
  • समास
  • उपसर्ग प्रत्यय
  • पर्यावाची तथा विलोम शब्द
  • शब्द-युग्म का अर्थभेद
  • एक वाक्यांश के लिए एक सार्थक शब्द
  • शब्द शुद्धि
  • वाक्य शुद्धि
  • महावरे
  • लोकोक्तियां
  • पारिभाषिक शब्दावली 

Maths 

  • Decimals and Fractions
  • Percentage
  • Ratio and Proportion
  • Average
  • Interest (Simple and Compound)
  • Profit and Loss
  • Discount
  • Perimeter
  • Time and Distance
  • Ratio and Time
  • Partnership
  • Installments
  • Compound Interest
  • Rate of Growth and Depreciation
  • Factorization of Polynomials
  • Highest Common Factor (H.C.F) and Least Common Multiple (L.C.M) of Polynomials
  • Linear Equations in Two Variables
  • Measures of Central Tendency
  • Mean Deviation
  • Quadrilaterals
  • Circles, Arcs, and Angles Subtended by Arcs
  • Geometric Constructions

General knowledge  

General science questions will be based on daily life experiences and observations, designed to assess understanding and analytical ability in science. These questions may also include topics that test a candidate’s knowledge of electronics, telecommunications, satellites, and other related subjects.

Rajasthan Agricultural & Economic Resources

  • Food and commercial crops of Rajasthan
  • Industries based on agriculture
  • Large irrigation and river valley projects
  • Development initiatives for barren land and drought-prone areas
  • Indira Gandhi Canal Project
  • Industrial growth and its locations
  • Industries based on raw materials
  • Mineral-based industries
  • Small-scale and cottage industries
  • Export products of Rajasthan
  • Traditional handicrafts of Rajasthan
  • Tribal communities and their economies
  • Various economic schemes and development institutions
  • Cooperative movement, small enterprises, and financial institutions
  • Role of Panchayati Raj institutions as per the 73rd Constitutional Amendment

English 

Questions based on Grammar (Sr. Secondary Exam level) Questions (Multipurpose choice) based on Paragraph

Basic Computer

  • Characteristics of Computers.
  • Computer Organization including RAM, ROM, File System, Input Devices, Computer Software- 
  • Relationship between Hardware & Software.
  • Operating System
  • MS-Office (Exposure of word, Excel/Spread Sheet, Power Point)

RSSB VDO 2025 Admit Card

The RSSB VDO Admit Card 2025 will be released in August 2025. This admit card is an essential document that candidates must carry to participate in the VDO recruitment examination. Candidates are also required to bring valid photo identification (such as an Aadhaar card, voter ID, or passport) along with their RSSB VDO Admit Card.

The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) will publish the RSSB VDO Admit Card on its official website. The exact release date will be specified in the official notification, so candidates need to stay updated and regularly check the website for any announcements regarding the admit card.

Step I: Visit the Rajasthan Staff Selection Board’s website

Step II: Navigate to the “Latest News” section on the homepage.

Step III: Click on the link labeled “Admit Card Link for Rajasthan Village Development Officer (VDO) Written Examination.”

Step IV: A new page will open; enter your registration number, password, and date of birth.

Step V: Click the “Submit” button to display your RSSB VDO Admit Card on the screen.

Step VI: Download your RSSB VDO Admit Card and print a copy for the examination day.

RSSB VDO Answer Key 2025

The RSSB VDO Answer Key 2025 will be available on the board's official website for candidates to download. This answer key is a helpful resource for candidates to verify their responses and estimate their scores in the Rajasthan VDO Examination 2025. Using the answer key, candidates can gauge their performance and anticipate their results.

The provisional answer key for the Rajasthan VDO Mains 2025 will also be open for objections and corrections shortly after its release on the official website. Candidates will have an opportunity to raise online objections within a designated period set by the board. Once all revisions and necessary adjustments are completed, the final answer key will be published.

Once the RSSB VDO Answer Key 2025 is issued, we will provide the direct link to download the RSSB VDO Answer Key 2025 here:-

RSSB VDO Answer Key 2025 Link (Inactive)

RSSB VDO Result 2025

The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board will release the marks for the Rajasthan VDO Examination 2025 following the examination, as per the schedule outlined in the RSSB VDO Notification. Here are the steps to download the RSSB VDO Result 2025:

Step 1: Go to the official website of RSSB.

Step 2: Navigate to the results tab. Look for the Rajasthan VDO Result link and click on it.

Step 3: The results will appear on your screen in PDF format. Search for your name in the list.

Step 4: Download and print the RSSB Result for future reference.

RSSB VDO 2025 Exam Cut-off 

The RSSB VDO Cut-off Marks will be announced along with the Rajasthan VDO Exam Result. These cut-off marks represent the minimum scores that candidates must obtain to proceed to the next stages of the selection process. Several factors influence the cut-off marks, including the number of available vacancies, the exam’s difficulty level, and the overall performance of candidates.

Cut-off marks may vary across categories such as General, OBC, SC, ST, and others. Generally, candidates from reserved categories have lower cut-off marks than those in the General category. Check the below table to check the minimum qualifying marks:-

                            RSSB VDO Minimum Qualifying Marks 

Category

Minimum passing marks

General

40%

OBC

36%

SC/ST

36%

RSSB VDO 2025 Salary

Candidates are encouraged to understand the salary and grade pay for the Village Development Officer (VDO) position in Rajasthan before applying to get a clear idea of the job's benefits. The expected basic pay for selected candidates is set at INR 20,800/- under Matrix Level 6 of the 7th Pay Commission. An additional Grade Pay of INR 2,400/- is included in the salary package based on Matrix Level 06.

The candidates will be compensated according to the Pay Band PB-1 on Rajasthan's 7th Pay Matrix Level 6. After completing the probation period, the Rajasthan VDO in 2025 is anticipated to receive an approximate salary of INR 24,380/-. This results in an annual VDO salary of approximately INR 2,92,560/-.

FAQ

The RSSB VDO Notification 2025 was released on 17 June 2025.

You can apply for RSSB VDO 2025 from 19 June 2025 to 18 July 2025.

There are a total of 850 vacancies for the VDO post in Rajasthan.

Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and not more than 40 by 1 January 2026.

A Bachelor's degree with additional certifications in computing, as specified in the notification, is required.

The selection process comprises two phases — preliminary (CET) and main exams.

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