REET Level 2

REET Level 2 (Rajasthan Eligibility Examination for Teachers, Upper Primary)

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About this exam

REET Level 2, formally the Rajasthan Eligibility Examination for Teachers (Upper Primary), is the state eligibility test for candidates who want to teach Classes VI to VIII in Rajasthan government schools. It is a qualifying examination: clearing it makes you eligible to take part in teacher recruitment, but it does not itself give you a posting. The paper is bilingual (Hindi and English) and multiple choice, delivered offline on OMR sheets. All candidates attempt Child Development and Pedagogy plus two language papers, then choose either the Mathematics and Science section or the Social Studies/Social Science section depending on the subject they intend to teach. Because the syllabus rewards conceptual understanding rather than memorisation, the strongest preparation combines NCERT content for Classes VI to VIII with child-development theory applied to classroom situations, and daily practice on previous-pattern questions under timed conditions. Confirm the current question count, duration, marking scheme and qualifying marks on the official Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) website before you apply, since these details are revised from cycle to cycle. This page is independent study material and is not affiliated with RBSE or any government body.

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About REET Level 2 preparation

What is REET Level 2 actually used for?

It certifies that you are eligible to be considered for upper primary teaching posts (Classes VI–VIII) in Rajasthan government schools. Passing does not guarantee a job; it makes you eligible for the separate recruitment process, where your marks and the vacancy rules decide selection.

How many questions are there and how long is the paper?

The official structure has changed across cycles, so do not rely on secondhand numbers. RBSE publishes the current question count, duration and marking scheme in its official notification and information bulletin; check that document before you build a practice schedule around any figure.

Can I attempt both Mathematics-Science and Social Science?

No. Level 2 candidates choose one subject section and attempt only that. Your choice should match the subject you are qualified to teach and the subject you would later claim in recruitment, so decide before you start preparing rather than midway through.

Is there negative marking?

This has varied between cycles, so confirm it in the current official bulletin. If negative marking applies, blind guessing costs you; if it does not, leaving a question blank is a pure loss. Know the rule before exam day and adjust your guessing strategy accordingly.

How hard is REET Level 2 compared with other teaching exams?

The content sits at upper primary level, so the difficulty is breadth rather than depth. Most candidates lose marks in child development and in language pedagogy, not in their own subject. Familiarity with NCERT Classes VI–VIII material and careful reading of bilingual options matter more than advanced study.

Can I retake the exam if I do not qualify?

Yes, candidates generally reappear in later cycles if they do not meet the qualifying standard. The number of permitted attempts, the validity period of a pass and any relaxation rules are set by the official notification, so verify the current terms with RBSE rather than assuming earlier rules still apply.

In what order should I study the five sections?

Start with Child Development and Pedagogy because it is compulsory, predictable and easy to lose marks in. Then secure your chosen subject section, since it carries the most content. Keep both language papers running in short daily slots throughout, rather than cramming them at the end.

Why do candidates fail despite knowing their subject?

Two common reasons: ignoring child development and pedagogy as 'easy', and misreading bilingual options where the Hindi and English wording differ subtly. A third is poor OMR practice, such as shifting answers after a skipped question. Practise full-length papers with a real OMR sheet.

How should I use previous-pattern questions?

Use them to learn the examiner's phrasing, not to memorise answers. After each set, note whether you lost marks to content gaps, misreading or time pressure, and fix the dominant cause. Timed full-length practice in the final weeks is more useful than untimed topic quizzes.