Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSMSSB) has released the detailed syllabus and exam scheme for the Lab Assistant (Prayogshala Sahayak) Recruitment 2026. Candidates preparing for the exam must understand the two separate patterns for Science stream posts and the Geography (College Education) post. The exam consists of two papers, each carrying equal weightage.
RSMSSB Lab Assistant Exam Pattern 2026
The examination will be conducted in two parts: Paper I (General Knowledge) and Paper II (Subject Knowledge). Both papers are objective type (Multiple Choice Questions).
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Knowledge (Rajasthan History, Art, Culture, Geography, etc.) | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Paper II | Subject Knowledge (Science OR Geography) | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Total | 200 | 400 | 4 Hours | |
Key Points:
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd of the marks will be deducted for every wrong answer.
- Qualifying Marks: Minimum 40% aggregate is required to qualify.
- Level: The standard of the paper will be Senior Secondary (Class 12th) level.
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Paper I: General Knowledge Syllabus (Common)
This paper covers the following topics related to Rajasthan and General Awareness:
- Rajasthan History, Art, Culture, Literature, Traditions & Heritage: Major sources of history, Pre-historic civilizations, Dynasties (Mughal-Rajput relations), Architecture (Forts, Monuments), Fairs, Festivals, Folk Music/Dance, Rajasthani Culture, Historical Tourist places, Peasant & Tribal Movements, Political Awakening (1857).
- Geography of Rajasthan: Location, Physiographic regions (Desert, Aravalli, Plains, Plateau), Drainage system, Climate, Soil, Natural Vegetation, Forests, Wildlife, Desertification, Agriculture, Livestock, Irrigation Projects, Minerals, Transport.
- Current Affairs: Major current events and issues of Rajasthan.
- General Knowledge of World & India.
- Educational Psychology.
Paper II: Science Syllabus
For Lab Assistant (Science) posts in Secondary Education, Agriculture, Forensic, etc.
Biology (Part A & B)
- General characters of Algae, Fungi, Lichens, Bryophyta, Pteridophyta, Gymnosperms, Angiosperms.
- Morphology of Angiosperms (Root, Stem, Leaf, Flower).
- Plant Anatomy (Tissue system).
- Plant Physiology (Osmosis, Photosynthesis, Respiration).
- Environmental Studies (Ecosystem, Pollution).
- Biotechnology (Recombinant DNA, Transgenic plants).
- Genetics (Mendel’s Law, DNA/RNA).
- Animal Kingdom Classification.
- Human Physiology (Digestion, Respiration, Excretion, Circulation, Nervous System, Reproductive System).
Physics
- Dynamics of Rigid Body (Torque, Angular momentum).
- Thermodynamics (1st & 2nd Law, Heat Engines).
- Oscillations (SHM).
- Waves (Doppler effect).
- Electrostatics (Coulomb’s law).
- Electric Current (Kirchhoff’s law).
- Optics (Microscope, Interference).
- Atom (Bohr’s model) & Nuclei (Fission/Fusion).
- Semiconductors (Logic gates, Diodes).
Chemistry
- Periodic Table & Atomic Properties.
- s-Block and p-Block Elements.
- Chemical Equilibrium & Ionic Equilibrium (pH, Buffer).
- Gaseous State.
- Liquid State & Solid State.
- Solutions (Raoult’s Law).
- Organic Compounds (IUPAC, Isomerism).
- Hydrocarbons.
Paper II: Geography Syllabus
For Lab Assistant (College Education) post only.
- Physical Geography: Origin of Earth, Interior of Earth, Rocks, Geomorphic processes, Atmosphere, Insolation, World Climates.
- Human Geography: Tribes (Eskimo, Bushman, Bhil), Population growth, Migration.
- Geography of Rajasthan: Detailed physical and human geography of the state.
- Practical Geography: Maps, Scales, Projections, Remote Sensing, Statistical methods.
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Syllabus FAQs
Is there negative marking in the RSMSSB Lab Assistant Exam 2026?
Yes, there is a negative marking of 1/3 mark for each wrong answer.
What is the total duration of the Lab Assistant exam?
The exam consists of two papers, each of 2 hours duration, totaling 4 hours.
Does the syllabus include Educational Psychology?
Yes, Educational Psychology is part of Paper I (General Knowledge).