The Rajasthan Pre D.El.Ed 2026 (formerly called BSTC Exam) notification has been officially released! This state-level entrance examination is conducted for admission to the Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) course in Rajasthan for the 2026-27 session. Eligible candidates can apply online now through the official portal before the deadline.
📄 What is BSTC / Pre D.El.Ed Exam?
BSTC (Basic School Teaching Certificate), now known as Pre D.El.Ed (Diploma in Elementary Education) exam, is a state-level entrance test conducted by Vardhman Mahaveer Open University (VMOU), Kota on behalf of the Rajasthan Education Department. It is the gateway exam for entry into a 2-year D.El.Ed teacher training course — mandatory for aspiring primary/elementary school teachers in the state.
📅 Important Dates (BSTC Pre D.El.Ed 2026)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 2nd December 2025 |
| Online Application Start | 2nd to 31 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 31st December 2025 |
| Application Fee Last Date | 31st December 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | 7 to 10 days before exam date |
| Exam Date | To be announced (Expected 2026) |
| Result Declaration | To be announced |
👉 Applications are only accepted through the official website: predeledraj2026.com.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria – Who Can Apply?
To appear in the Pre D.El.Ed (BSTC) 2026 exam, candidates must ensure they meet the following criteria:
✅ Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have passed Class 12 (10+2) or equivalent from a recognized board.
- Minimum Marks:
- General: 50%
- SC/ST/OBC/Reserved: 45% (Relaxation as per norms)
- Final year students awaiting results can apply provisionally but must fulfill requirements before admission.
🎂 Age Limit
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age: As per official norms (expected around 28–30 years, exact details in official notification).
- Age relaxations apply as per Rajasthan Govt rules.
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| D.El.Ed (General) | ₹450 |
| D.El.Ed (Sanskrit) | ₹450 |
| Both Courses (General + Sanskrit) | ₹500 |
🔹 Fee must be paid online during form submission.
📝 How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
Follow these simple steps to submit your application:
- Visit the official BSTC Pre D.El.Ed 2026 website: predeledraj2026.com.
- Click on Online Application / Registration link.
- Register with a valid Email & Mobile Number.
- Fill in personal and academic details carefully.
- Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, 12th marksheet).
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and download confirmation for future reference.
📝 Keep your login details safe for admit card downloads and future updates.
📊 Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The Pre D.El.Ed Exam is a written entrance test conducted in offline OMR mode. Below is the expected exam pattern based on official sources and past years’ trends:
🧠 Exam Pattern (Expected)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mental Ability | 50 | 150 |
| General Knowledge | 50 | 150 |
| Teaching Aptitude | 50 | 150 |
| Language Ability (Hindi/English/Sanskrit) | 50 | 150 |
| Total | 200 | 600 |
✔️ Mode: Offline (Pen & Paper)
✔️ Total Marks: 600
✔️ Total Questions: 200
✔️ Duration: ~3 Hours (as per past patterns)
📌 Exact exam date and pattern will be declared later in the official brochure.
📘 Syllabus Overview
The BSTC Pre D.El.Ed syllabus includes major areas such as:
- Mental Ability: Analytical & logical reasoning
- General Knowledge: Rajasthan & National current affairs, history, geography, culture
- Teaching Aptitude: Basic concepts of teaching, education psychology
- Language Skills: Grammar, comprehension, vocab (Hindi/English/Sanskrit depending on choice)
Detailed syllabus will be available in the official notification PDF.
🎯 Important Tips for Candidates
✔️ Start preparation early: Focus on all four core sections.
✔️ Practice MCQs & previous year papers.
✔️ Stay updated with Rajasthan GK & current affairs.
✔️ Take timed mock tests for better performance.
📍 Official Helpline & Contact
📞 Applicant Support (Application Queries): 7878761702, 7878760165
📩 Email: predeled2026@vmou.ac.in
☎️ Payment Support: 7230004969
☎️ Coordinator Office: 6375584979
❓ FAQs – BSTC Pre D.El.Ed 2026
Q1. When does the application process start?
👉 Online applications have started on 2nd December 2025.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
👉 31st December 2025 is the final deadline.
Q3. What qualification is needed?
👉 Class 12 pass from a recognized board (appearing candidates can also apply).
Q4. Is there any age limit?
👉 Minimum age is 18 years; max age limit will be as per official notification.
🏁 Conclusion
The BSTC Pre D.El.Ed 2026 Notification has been officially published and online registration is live! This is a great opportunity for Class 12 graduates aiming for a career in elementary education and teacher training. Eligible candidates must apply online before 31st December 2025 and begin preparation based on the exam pattern and syllabus.
