REET Level 2 exam-day guide
REET Level 2 · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Download and read the current official admit card / e-admit card
The REET Level 2 admit card is released by the Board of Secondary Education, Rajasthan (BSER) through its official portal. Download it as soon as your exam city and roll number are available, print at least two clean copies, and check that name, photograph, roll number, exam centre and paper (Level 2) are correct. If any detail is wrong, contact the board's helpdesk immediately rather than correcting the card yourself.
Carry the printed admit card plus one valid photo ID
Bring the printed admit card and a government-issued photo ID such as Aadhaar, PAN, passport or driving licence. The exact list of accepted IDs and whether a photocopy is acceptable should be confirmed with the provider or the instructions printed on your admit card, because rules are revised between cycles.
Passport-size photographs matching the admit card photo
Carry two or three recent passport-size photographs of the same image used in the application. Centres sometimes ask for a photo for attendance or verification; treat this as a precaution and confirm the requirement on your admit card.
Blue or black ballpoint pens (two or three)
REET is an OMR-based objective paper, so carry multiple blue or black ballpoint pens and check they write smoothly. Do not rely on gel pens or pencils unless the instructions explicitly permit them; confirm the permitted pen colour on the admit card or official instructions.
Transparent water bottle and simple snacks
Carry a clear, unlabelled water bottle and a light snack for after the paper. Food and drink rules inside the hall vary, so keep items sealed and be ready to leave them outside if the invigilator asks.
Plan the route and reach the centre well before reporting time
Visit or map the centre in advance, note the reporting time printed on the admit card, and plan to arrive with a comfortable buffer for security and biometric checks. Late entry is commonly refused once the gate closes; the exact cut-off time is on your admit card.
Know the paper pattern and marking scheme for Level 2
REET Level 2 is an objective paper of 150 questions worth 150 marks, typically covering child development and pedagogy, language I, language II, mathematics and science, and social studies, with subject choice depending on your optional stream. Confirm the exact section list, duration and negative-marking position for your cycle from the official information bulletin, since these details are set per notification.
Leave prohibited items at home or with a companion
Mobile phones, smart watches, Bluetooth devices, calculators, study notes and bags are almost always barred from the examination hall. Do not carry valuables you cannot leave securely; there is usually no cloakroom guarantee.
Check whether scribe or relaxation provisions apply to you
Candidates with a benchmark disability or other eligible category may need to request a scribe or extra time in advance, usually with a medical certificate. This is not granted on the day automatically, so confirm eligibility, documents and the request deadline with the provider well before the exam.
Verify the exam date, shift and language options on the admit card
REET is often conducted in multiple shifts and on multiple dates. Confirm your exact date, shift and reporting time, and check which language you selected for Language I and Language II, because switching on exam day is normally not allowed.
Keep a photocopy of the admit card and ID at home
Leave copies with a family member and save a digital copy on your phone before leaving. If the original admit card is lost, a duplicate may be permitted only under the board's specified process, so confirm the procedure with the provider rather than assuming.
Re-read the instructions printed on the admit card the night before
The admit card and information bulletin carry binding instructions about reporting time, permitted items and OMR filling. These override general advice, so read them once more and note anything unusual for your centre.
Plan the day
Confirm your centre location and travel plan, including how you will reach it and how long the journey takes at peak hours. Download and print the admit card if you have not already, assemble ID and photographs in one envelope, and stop starting new topics. Spend the remaining study time on a timed full-length mock or two, then review only your error log, formula sheets and pedagogy definitions.
Do a light revision of high-yield areas: child development theories and their proponents, inclusive education concepts, assessment terms, and the basic formulas for your chosen mathematics and science or social studies section. Practise filling OMR bubbles correctly on a sample sheet so that the habit is automatic. Avoid comparing preparation with other candidates online, which tends to increase anxiety without improving scores.
Pack the bag: admit card, photo ID, photographs, pens, water bottle, snacks and a printed route note. Charge your phone, set two alarms, and check the reporting time once more. Eat a normal meal, avoid heavy caffeine late in the day, and go to bed early. If you must revise, limit it to 30 to 45 minutes of summary notes, not new material.
Eat a proper breakfast, dress in comfortable layers, and leave with more time than you think you need. Reach the centre at or before the reporting time, keep the admit card and ID in hand for verification, and expect security checks. Once seated, read the OMR instructions and fill roll number and booklet details carefully before the signal to begin.
Read the full paper instructions first, then work in passes: answer questions you are confident about, mark uncertain ones in the booklet margin, and return to them later. Fill bubbles one at a time and check the question number against the bubble number every few questions, since misalignment is the most common avoidable error. Keep an eye on the clock and reserve the final ten to fifteen minutes for transferring or verifying answers and checking that no stray marks remain on the OMR sheet.
Do not discuss answers extensively at the gate, as it adds stress without changing the result. Keep your admit card safe until the answer key and result process is complete, and note the board's timeline for objections to the provisional answer key, since objections usually require a fee and a short window.
Rules to check
Carry the printed admit card and the original photo ID specified in your instructions at all times; entry is normally refused without them, and the accepted ID list should be confirmed with the provider.
Do not bring mobile phones, smart watches, Bluetooth earpieces, calculators, books or loose paper into the examination hall. Possession of such items is commonly treated as unfair means and can lead to cancellation of your candidature.
Follow the invigilator's instructions on seating, biometric verification and signing the attendance sheet. Arguing with staff or refusing verification can result in removal from the centre.
Breaks are generally not permitted during the paper, so use the washroom before entering the hall. If a medical emergency arises, raise your hand and wait for the invigilator rather than leaving your seat unescorted.
Mark answers only on the OMR sheet with the permitted pen; answers marked in the question booklet are not evaluated. Erase or strike out nothing in a way that damages the sheet, and do not fold or staple it.
Scoring is based on the official answer key, and negative marking, if any, is specified in the information bulletin for that cycle. Do not assume a marking scheme from a previous year; confirm the current one with the provider.
Any attempt to copy, communicate with another candidate or use unauthorised material is treated as unfair means under the board's rules and may lead to debarment from future examinations as well as cancellation of this attempt.
If you believe there is an error in a question or answer key, use the official objection window rather than raising it at the centre; the process, fee and deadline are announced by the board and should be confirmed with the provider.