Rajasthan RSSB Village Development Officer Recruitment 2025: A Complete Guide
The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) has officially announced the Rajasthan Village Development Officer (VDO) Recruitment 2025, offering 850 vacancies for the post of Gram Vikas Adhikari across the state. This recruitment drive is a golden opportunity for aspirants seeking a stable and prestigious government job in the rural development sector of Rajasthan.
Harish Bisu
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For Rajasthan VDO aspirants, the Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) released the official notification on 17 June 2025 for 850 Village Development Officer (VDO) posts under Advertisement No. 03/2025. The application process was open from 19 June to 25 July 2025, and thousands of candidates applied. Initially, the exam date was fixed for 31 August 2025, but due to administrative reasons, it has now been postponed to 2 November 2025. Candidates are advised to keep checking the official RSSB website (rsmssb.rajasthan.gov.in) regularly for updates on admit cards, exam centres, and revised guidelines.
Important Timeline
| Event | Date |
| Application Begins | June 19, 2025 |
| Application Deadline | July 18, 2025 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | July 18, 2025 |
| Application Correction Window | As per official notification |
| Examination Date | November 02, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | Few days before examination |
Recruitment Overview
| Attribute | Details |
| Conducting Authority | Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) |
| Position | Village Development Officer (VDO) |
| Total Positions | 850 |
Eligibility Requirements
Age Criteria 18 to 40 years as of January 1, 2026
Educational Qualification Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university
Computer Proficiency (Any One Required) O Level Certificate from NIELIT COPA / DPCS Certificate Diploma in Computer Science or Applications RS-CIT Certificate
Application Fee Structure
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / OBC (Creamy Layer) | ₹600 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) / SC / ST | ₹400 |
| Application Correction Fee | ₹300 |
Info Note:
One-time registration fee - no additional charges for future RSSB applications
Required Documents
Graduation degree certificate
Class 10th mark sheet
Aadhaar card copy
Valid mobile number & email ID
Recent passport-size photograph
Digital signature
Warning Note:
Additional Requirement: Computer qualification certificate (O Level/COPA/DPCS/Diploma/RS-CIT)
Application Process
Register on RSSB Portal
Create your account on the official RSSB One Time Registration (OTR) portal
Upload Required Documents
Upload photograph, signature, and all required documents in specified format
Pay Application Fee
Complete fee payment online (₹600 for General/OBC, ₹400 for OBC-NCL/SC/ST)
Complete Application Form
Fill the VDO application form with accurate personal and educational details
Submit and Download
Submit application, note down application number, and download confirmation receipt
Examination Details
Exam Mode
Offline (Pen & Paper)
Marking Scheme
1 mark per correct answer
Negative Marking
Check official notification
Exam Syllabus Coverage
General Knowledge, Science, Rajasthan History & Culture, Rural Development, Computer Knowledge, Reasoning & Mental Ability
Selection Timeline
| Selection Stage | Expected Timeline | Additional Information |
| Admit Card Release | Last week of October 2025 | Download from official portal |
| Written Examination | November 02, 2025 | Carry admit card and valid ID |
| Result Declaration | 4-6 weeks after exam | Merit list with cut-off marks |
| Final Selection | As per CEN 03/2025 | Document verification/interview if required |
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, OBC Creamy Layer candidates need to pay ₹600 under the General/OBC category as per RSSB guidelines.
Final year students can apply only if they complete their graduation by July 18, 2025, and upload a provisional certificate from their university.
Please refer to the official notification for negative marking details. Generally, RSSB follows -0.25 or -0.33 marks for incorrect answers.
Yes, corrections can be made during the official correction window with a fee of ₹300 as specified by RSSB.
The admit card is expected to be released 7–10 days before the exam, likely in the last week of October 2025.
Tags
#RSMSSB
#VDO
#Rajasthan
#Government Jobs
About the Author
Harish Bisu
Expert in Rajasthan government recruitment with 10+ years of advisory experience.