Rajasthan Pre-Teacher Education Test (PTET) 2026 — 2-Year B.Ed Admission
Rajasthan PTET 2026 is a state-level entrance examination conducted by Vardhman Mahaveer Open University (VMOU), Kota, for admission to the 2-Year B.Ed programme in teacher education colleges across Rajasthan for the academic session 2026–27. Candidates who wish to pursue a career in school teaching in Rajasthan must qualify this exam. For the 2-Year B.Ed course, applicants must hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree from a recognised university with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved category candidates of Rajasthan). There is no upper age limit specified for this exam. The application process ran from 20 February 2026 to 22 May 2026 (extended). The entrance test is scheduled for 14 June 2026 in offline (OMR-based) mode. The application fee is ₹500 for all categories. Admit cards have been released on 8 June 2026. Admission is based on merit in the entrance test, followed by online counselling for college allotment.
N/A — This is an admission entrance test, not a recruitment exam
Salary
Rajasthan (Exam centres across the state)
Location
About This Notification
The Rajasthan Pre-Teacher Education Test (PTET) 2026 is a state-level entrance examination conducted by Vardhman Mahaveer Open University (VMOU), Kota. It is the mandatory gateway for candidates seeking admission to the 2-Year B.Ed and 4-Year Integrated B.A. B.Ed / B.Sc. B.Ed programmes offered by teacher education colleges across Rajasthan for the academic session 2026–27.
Clearing PTET is compulsory for anyone planning a career in school education within the state. Only candidates who qualify PTET and subsequently complete their B.Ed will be eligible to appear in Rajasthan's teaching recruitment examinations such as REET and RPSC Grade II Teacher.
Key Highlights:
- Conducting Body: Vardhman Mahaveer Open University (VMOU), Kota
- Course: 2-Year B.Ed (and 4-Year Integrated B.A. B.Ed / B.Sc. B.Ed)
- Exam Date: 14 June 2026 (Offline / OMR-based)
- Application Period: 20 February 2026 to 22 May 2026 (Extended)
- Admit Card Released: 8 June 2026
- Application Fee: ₹500 for all categories (non-refundable)
- Official Website: ptetvmoukota2026.in
Eligibility for 2-Year B.Ed: Graduation or Post Graduation with minimum 50% marks from a recognised university. Reserved category candidates of Rajasthan require 45% marks.
The exam consists of 200 objective-type questions carrying 3 marks each (total 600 marks), divided across four sections: Mental Ability, Teaching Attitude & Aptitude, General Awareness, and Language Proficiency. There is no negative marking. The exam duration is 3 hours. Admission is granted based on PTET merit, followed by online counselling managed by VMOU, Kota.
Key Details
Organization
Vardhman Mahaveer Open University (VMOU), Kota
Department
Higher Education Department, Government of Rajasthan
Exam Name
Rajasthan Pre-Teacher Education Test (PTET) 2026
Job Location
Rajasthan (Exam centres across the state)
Selection Process
Step 1: Online Application → Step 2: PTET Written Entrance Exam (Offline/OMR, 14 June 2026) → Step 3: Result Declaration → Step 4: Online Counselling & College Allotment by VMOU, Kota
Official Website
https://ptetvmoukota2026.in/
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Indian Citizen
Age Limit
No specific upper age limit mentioned in the notification. Age relaxation as per Rajasthan Government norms for reserved categories.
Educational Qualification
For 2-Year B.Ed: Graduation or Post Graduation from a recognised university with minimum 50% marks (45% for Rajasthan reserved category candidates). For 4-Year Integrated B.A. B.Ed / B.Sc. B.Ed: Passed Class 12 with minimum marks as specified in notification.
Domicile / Residency
Candidates from other states are treated under General Category for reservation purposes. State domicile benefits applicable only to Rajasthan residents.
Experience Required
No prior experience required. This is a fresh admission entrance test.
Other Conditions
Multiple applications may lead to cancellation. Wrong/incorrect information may result in disqualification at any stage. Original OMR sheet will not be provided after the exam. Court jurisdiction limited to Kota, Rajasthan.
Educational Qualification
- For 2-Year B.Ed Course: Graduation or Post Graduation from a recognised university with at least 50% aggregate marks
- Reserved Category candidates of Rajasthan: Minimum 45% marks at Graduation / Post Graduation level
- For 4-Year Integrated B.A. B.Ed / B.Sc. B.Ed Course: Passed Class 12 (10+2) with minimum marks as specified in the notification from a recognised board
- Applicant must be an Indian citizen
Age Limit
- General / OBC / EWS: No upper age limit specified in official notification
- SC / ST (Rajasthan): Age relaxation as per Rajasthan Government norms
- Candidates from other states will be treated under General Category for reservation purposes
