Rajasthan STSE 2026 is the State Talent Search Examination conducted by the Board of Secondary Education, Rajasthan, Ajmer for eligible regular students studying in Class 10 and Class 12. The exam is designed to identify high-performing students and support selected candidates through scholarships, incentives and merit recognition.
2026 update: applications opened on 15 September 2026. The regular application deadline was 24 September, late-fee applications are scheduled through 28 September 2026, and the examination is scheduled for 22 November 2026. Applications are submitted through the student’s school, not as an independent student form.
For the latest notice, schools and students should verify the Rajasthan Board website and the STSE 2026 school portal.
State Talent Search Examination (STSE) Conducting Body
For students who succeed academically, the Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education hosts the State Talent Search scholarship test. The exam is solely administered offline (with a pen and paper).
Exam Highlights
| Full exam name | State Talent Search Examination 2026 |
| Short name | STSE 2026 |
| Conducting body | Board of Secondary Education, Rajasthan, Ajmer |
| Eligible classes | Class 10 and Class 12 regular students |
| Application mode | Online through the school |
| Exam mode | Offline / OMR-based written examination |
| Languages | Hindi and English |
| Exam date | 22 November 2026 |
| Application fee | General/OBC: ₹300; late fee ₹350. SC/ST/PwD/BPL/CWSN: ₹175; late fee ₹225. |
| Official website | rajeduboard.rajasthan.gov.in |
Eligibility Criteria for STSE
For STSE 2026, eligible candidates are regular students studying in recognised schools in Rajasthan, including government and private schools.
- Class 10: the student should be studying regularly in Class 10 and should have secured at least 50% marks in Class 9.
- Class 12: the student should be studying regularly in Class 12 and should have secured at least 50% marks in Class 11.
- Class 12 candidates are covered across Science, Commerce and Arts streams according to the applicable STSE paper and syllabus.
- Students should confirm category, certificate and school-level requirements from the current RBSE notification before the school submits the application.
Exam Pattern and Date of STSE Exam
The STSE 2026 examination is scheduled for 22 November 2026. The current schedule uses three consecutive papers: Mental Ability Test (MAT), Language Comprehensive Test (LCT) and Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT), with short breaks between sessions. The examination is conducted offline using objective questions and OMR-based answering. Candidates should follow the final timing and instructions printed on the current admit card and RBSE notice.
| Sr. No. | Topics | Max. Marks | No. of Questions | Time Limit |
| 1. | Mental Ability Test | 50 | 50 | 45 minutes |
| 2. | Language Comprehensive Test | 40 | 40 | 45 minutes |
| 3. | Scholastic Aptitude Test | 90 | 90 | 90 minutes |
The STSE topic classification and syllabus for Classes 10 and 12 are as follows:
Class 10
| Sr. No. | Subjects | No. of Questions |
| 1. | Chemistry | 25 |
| 2. | Physics | 25 |
| 3. | Mathematics | 20 |
| 4. | Biology | 20 |
Class 12 (Commerce)
| Sr. No. | Subjects | No. of Questions |
| 1. | Economics/Mathematics | 30 |
| 2. | Business Studies | 30 |
| 3. | Accountancy | 30 |
Class 12 (Science)
| Sr. No. | Subjects | No. of Questions |
| 1. | Physics | 30 |
| 2. | Chemistry | 30 |
| 3. | Mathematics/Biology | 30 |
Class 12 (Arts)
| Sr. No. | Subjects | No. of Questions |
| 1. | Geography | 23 |
| 2. | Political Science | 23 |
| 3. | History | 23 |
| 4. | Mathematics/Economics | 21 |
How to Apply for Rajasthan STSE 2026
Students do not submit the STSE 2026 form independently. The online application is completed by the school through the RBSE STSE portal using the school’s login credentials.
| STSE 2026 application event | Date |
|---|---|
| Applications opened | 15 September 2026 |
| Regular application deadline | 24 September 2026 |
| Late-fee application window | 25–28 September 2026 |
| Late-fee bank deposit deadline | 30 September 2026 |
| Online correction window | 1–3 October 2026 |
| Hard copy / document submission deadline | 9 October 2026 |
| Exam date | 22 November 2026 |
- Students should contact their school if they want to participate.
- The school enters student details and submits the form through the STSE 2026 portal.
- Category and special-status certificates should be provided where applicable.
- Students should check the submitted details carefully during the correction period.
- Always treat the current RBSE notice as final if any date or instruction changes.
Rajasthan STSE Admit Card
RBSE will issue exam-centre and admit-card instructions before the examination. Students should coordinate with their school and check the official Rajasthan Board/STSE portal rather than relying on old admit-card dates from previous sessions.
- Check the candidate name, class, roll details and selected language when the admit card becomes available.
- Confirm the examination centre, reporting time and paper instructions before 22 November 2026.
- Carry the admit card and any other document specified in the current RBSE instructions.
STSE Rajasthan Result, Scholarship and Merit Benefits
STSE is not a scholarship for every participant. Scholarship and incentive benefits apply to students who meet the prescribed merit and score conditions.
| Benefit | Amount / condition |
|---|---|
| Scholarship during Class 11–12 | ₹1,250 per month for selected eligible students |
| Scholarship during undergraduate and postgraduate study | ₹2,000 per month for selected eligible students who continue regular study |
| First rank incentive | ₹4,000 one-time incentive in the applicable merit list |
| Other selected top-20 ranks | ₹2,000 one-time incentive |
| Scholar Certificate | For students meeting the prescribed 90%+ performance condition |
| Distinction Certificate | For students meeting the prescribed 80% to below-90% performance condition |
Selection is subject to the official merit rules, minimum score conditions and continued-study requirements. Students should verify the current scholarship instructions on Rajasthan’s official education portals after results are declared.
Rajasthan STSE 2026 FAQs
What is the STSE 2026 exam date?
Rajasthan STSE 2026 is scheduled for 22 November 2026.
Who can apply for Rajasthan STSE 2026?
Eligible regular students studying in Class 10 or Class 12 in recognised Rajasthan schools can apply through their school. Class 10 candidates should have at least 50% in Class 9, and Class 12 candidates should have at least 50% in Class 11.
Can a student fill the STSE form directly?
No. The 2026 application is submitted online by the school through the RBSE STSE portal.
What is the STSE 2026 application fee?
The reported 2026 fee is ₹300 for General/OBC candidates and ₹175 for SC/ST/PwD/BPL/CWSN candidates. During the late-fee window, the amounts are ₹350 and ₹225 respectively.
Is STSE the same as NSTSE?
No. Rajasthan STSE is a state-level talent search examination conducted by the Rajasthan Board. NSTSE is a different examination, so students should not mix the two when checking eligibility, dates or syllabus.
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