The Rajasthan Pre Diploma in Elementary Education (Pre D.El.Ed.), commonly known as Pre BSTC, is a state-level entrance examination held annually in Rajasthan. This entrance test is conducted by the Office of the Coordinator, Pre D.El.Ed. Examination, Bikaner, under the Directorate of Elementary Education. Qualifying this examination is mandatory for candidates aspiring to pursue the two-year Diploma in Elementary Education (General / Sanskrit) and qualify for primary school teacher recruitment (Level-1) across the state.
Key Highlights of Rajasthan BSTC 2026
- Exam Name: Rajasthan Pre D.El.Ed. (Pre BSTC) Examination
- Course Offered: 2-Year Diploma in Elementary Education
- Exam Level: State Level (Rajasthan)
- Application Mode: Online via official portal
- Exam Duration: 3 Hours (Offline OMR Mode)
- Negative Marking: None (Nil)
BSTC Pre D.El.Ed 2026 Eligibility
Eligibility is based on Senior Secondary (Class 12th) marks from a recognised board, with relaxation for reserved categories under Rajasthan government rules. Candidates appearing in the Class 12th exam can apply provisionally and must pass before counselling.
| Category | Minimum Marks in Class 12th |
|---|---|
| General | 50% |
| SC / ST / OBC / MBC (Rajasthan) | 45% |
| Widowed / Divorced women (Rajasthan) | 45% |
| PwD (Divyang) | 45% |
Eligibility Criteria
To register for the Rajasthan Pre D.El.Ed. 2026 examination, candidates must satisfy the following conditions:
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed the Senior Secondary (10+2) examination or its equivalent from a recognized board. General category candidates require a minimum of 50% aggregate marks, whereas reserved category candidates (SC, ST, OBC, MBC, EWS, PwD, and female candidates) require at least 45% aggregate marks. Candidates appearing in their class 12th exams are also eligible to apply provisionally.
- Age Limit: The applicant should not be more than 28 years of age as on the cut-off date. Standard age relaxations of up to 5 years apply to reserved categories, widows, and divorced women according to state government norms.
Examination Scheme and Pattern
The Pre BSTC 2026 question paper consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) designed to assess the candidate’s general aptitude and pedagogical foundation:
- Total Questions: 200 questions carrying 600 total marks.
- Marking Scheme: Each correct response awards 3 marks. There is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
- Sections:
- Mental Ability: 50 Questions (150 Marks)
- General Awareness of Rajasthan: 50 Questions (150 Marks)
- Teaching Aptitude: 50 Questions (150 Marks)
- Language Ability: English is compulsory with 20 questions (60 marks), along with either Hindi or Sanskrit containing 30 questions (90 marks).
Counseling and Admission Procedure
Following the exam declaration, a centralized merit list is published. Candidates scoring above the qualifying cut-off register for online counseling by submitting preference choices for recognized District Institutes of Education and Training (DIETs) and private teacher-training colleges. Seat allotment is processed based on entrance rank, category reservation, and selected college preferences. Finally, shortlisted candidates report to their allotted institution with original documents and payment receipts to secure admission.
Preparation Strategy
Aspirants are advised to regularly practice Rajasthan general knowledge, mental reasoning questions, and grammar fundamentals. Solving previous years’ question papers within the three-hour time constraint helps enhance accuracy and speed, ensuring a competitive score in the final merit ranking.