Government Jobs : RSSB Rajasthan VDO Recruitment 2025
RSSB Rajasthan VDO Recruitment 2025 – Full Notification
The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB), Jaipur, has announced recruitment for 850 posts of Village Development Officer (VDO) under the state government. This is a great opportunity for eligible candidates to secure a stable job in the rural development sector of Rajasthan. The preliminary exam will be conducted offline on August 31, 2025.
Vacancy Details
- Post Name: Village Development Officer (VDO)
- Total Vacancies: 850
- Recruiting Organization: Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB), Jaipur
- Job Location: Across rural regions of Rajasthan
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Graduation-level Common Eligibility Test (CET) passed.
- Candidate must have studied Computer as a subject in 12th grade, or must possess a Computer Diploma from a recognized institute.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years
- Age relaxation is provided as follows for residents of Rajasthan:
- General category women, SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS men: 5 years
- SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS women: 10 years
Application Fee
- General, Creamy Layer OBC/MBC: ₹600
- Non-Creamy Layer OBC/MBC, SC/ST, PwD (Rajasthan residents): ₹400
Salary
The pay scale is as per Pay Matrix Level 6, which offers a monthly salary ranging from approximately ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 depending on experience and allowances.
Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
Exam Pattern
The preliminary exam will consist of 160 multiple-choice questions carrying a total of 200 marks. The subjects include:
- Language Proficiency (Hindi & English)
- Mathematics
- General Knowledge
- Geography & Natural Resources
- Agriculture & Economic Resources in Rajasthan
- History and Culture of Rajasthan
- Basic Computer Knowledge
The total duration of the exam will be 3 hours. Note: There will be negative marking — 1/3 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website: rssb.rajasthan.gov.in
- Click on the link for “Village Development Officer 2025” recruitment.
- Complete the online application form with accurate personal and academic details.
- Upload required documents including photo, signature, certificates, etc.
- Submit the application fee as per your category.
- Click on final submit and take a printout of the application form for future use.
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: Already started
- Preliminary Exam Date: August 31, 2025
FAQs
Q1. What is the eligibility for VDO posts in Rajasthan?
Candidates must have passed CET and have computer qualifications as per the notification.
Q2. What is the age limit?
The age limit is 18 to 40 years, with relaxations for reserved categories in Rajasthan.
Q3. What is the selection process?
Selection is based on a preliminary and main exam conducted by RSSB.
Q4. Is there negative marking in the VDO exam?
Yes, 1/3 mark is deducted for every incorrect answer.
Q5. How much is the application fee?
₹600 for General and Creamy Layer OBC, ₹400 for SC/ST/OBC non-creamy layer and PwD candidates.
For more updates, visit rssb.rajasthan.gov.in regularly.