Rajasthan BSTC Pre DElEd 2026 Registration Begins: Key Dates, Eligibility & How to Apply Online

Rajasthan PreDElEd 2026

The registration process for the Rajasthan BSTC Pre DElEd 2026 examination has officially commenced. Vardhaman Mahaveer Open University (VMOU), Kota, the conducting authority, has initiated the online application procedure for admission to the two-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.) for the academic session 2026-2027.

Aspiring teachers aiming to build a career in elementary education in Rajasthan can now submit their applications through the official portal, predeledraj2026.com. The last date for application submission is December 31, 2026, while the examination date will be announced separately by the university.

The Rajasthan Pre DElEd exam is the mandatory gateway for admission to the D.El.Ed. course, a crucial qualification required to become a teacher for classes 1 to 5 (Grade III teacher recruitment) in the state. This year, the exam will facilitate admission to approximately 26,000 seats across more than 376 government and private teacher training institutes in Rajasthan. The competition is expected to be high, with last year witnessing over 5 lakh applicants, nearly 70% of whom were women candidates.

Key Eligibility Criteria

Prospective candidates must carefully review the following eligibility norms before applying:

Educational Qualification: A minimum of 50% marks in Class 12 (or equivalent) is required for General category candidates. Reserved category candidates (SC, ST, OBC, Divyang) need 45% marks.

Age Limit: The upper age limit for applicants is 28 years. However, relaxation in the upper age limit is provided for candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribe (ST), Other Backward Class (OBC), Most Backward Class (MBC), Economically Weaker Section (EWS), and women, as per the rules of the Rajasthan State Government.

Domicile: While 95% of seats are reserved for candidates from Rajasthan, up to 5% of seats are available for outside-state candidates, who will be considered under the General category for admission.

Steps to apply for Rajasthan BSTC Pre DElEd 2026

Step 1. Candidates must go to the official portal: https://predeledraj2026.com.

Step 2. Click on the registration link and provide basic details to generate login credentials.

Step 3. Log in and carefully fill in personal, academic, and communication details.

Step 4. The non-refundable fee can be paid online.

• For one course (D.El.Ed. General OR Sanskrit): ₹450
• For both courses (D.El.Ed. General AND Sanskrit): ₹500

Step 5. Review all details, submit the form, and take a printout of the final application form for future reference. No changes will be allowed after submission.

Direct Link: Rajasthan PreDElEd 2026

Exam Pattern & Syllabus

The Rajasthan Pre DElEd 2026 exam will consist of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). The syllabus typically covers subjects from the Class 12 standard, assessing teaching aptitude and general knowledge.

Prospective candidates are advised to complete their applications well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical glitches. All disputes will fall under the jurisdiction of the Kota Court.