The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSMSSB) has officially announced the Village Development Officer (VDO) Recruitment 2025 Notification, opening up 850 government job vacancies across Rajasthan. The opportunity is ideal for candidates aiming to secure a stable government position and contribute to rural development in the state. The application process is now active at the Rajasthan SSO portal —
sso.rajasthan.gov.in — with the window open from June 19, 2025, until July 18, 2025.
850 VDO Posts Announced
As per the official release, 850 positions will be filled this year under the Gram Vikas Adhikari cadre:
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Non-Scheduled Area: 683 posts
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Scheduled Area: 167 posts
The recruitment drive offers a major opportunity for aspirants preparing for competitive government examinations in Rajasthan.
Who Can Apply? Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following criteria to be eligible:
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Education: Graduation degree from a recognized university
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Computer Qualification (any one of the following):
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DOEACC ‘O’ Level Certificate
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COPA / DPCS Certificate from NCVT / SCVT
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Diploma in Computer Science or Computer Applications
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RS-CIT Certification from RKCL
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Age Limit and Relaxations
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Minimum Age: 18 years
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Maximum Age: 40 years (as on January 1, 2026)
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Relaxation: Applicable as per Rajasthan Government reservation policies
Selection Process: Exam Pattern and Dates
The recruitment process will follow two stages:
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Written Examination
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Document Verification
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Exam Date: August 31, 2025
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Mode: Offline (OMR based)
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Duration: 3 hours
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Total Questions: 160 MCQs
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Total Marks: 200
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Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark will be deducted for each incorrect response
Subjects Included:
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General Hindi & English
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Mathematics
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Rajasthan’s History & Culture
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General Knowledge
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Computer Awareness
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Rajasthan’s Geography & Agriculture
Application Fees
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General / OBC (Creamy Layer): ₹600
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OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) / EWS / SC / ST / PWD: ₹400
Fees must be paid online during form submission.
Salary Package
Selected candidates can expect the following pay structure:
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Basic Pay: ₹20,800
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Grade Pay: ₹2,400 (Level 6 under the 7th Pay Commission)
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Estimated In-hand Salary: Approximately ₹24,380 per month (inclusive of allowances)
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply
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Visit the official Rajasthan SSO Portal: sso.rajasthan.gov.in
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Log in using your SSO ID
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Find the RSMSSB VDO 2025 Recruitment link
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Fill out the online application form accurately
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Upload the required scanned documents
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Pay the application fee online
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Submit the form and download/print a copy for your records
Why You Should Apply
This is a prime government job opportunity in Rajasthan’s rural development sector. The post of Village Development Officer (Gram Vikas Adhikari) offers not just attractive salary and benefits but also an opportunity to directly contribute to the state’s grassroots progress.
Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply early and begin preparing for the August 31, 2025 examination. For updates on admit cards, exam centers, and other announcements, applicants should regularly check the official RSMSSB and Rajasthan SSO websites.