The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) has officially released the admit cards for the Village Development Officer (VDO) recruitment examination 2025. All registered candidates can now access and download their admit cards directly through their SSO ID on the official website.
As per the board’s official schedule, the VDO examination is slated for November 2, 2025, and will be conducted in a single shift from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Candidates were previously informed of their respective exam city details. This significant recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 850 VDO posts, with 683 positions designated for non-scheduled areas and 167 for scheduled areas.
Examination Details and Competition Overview
A staggering approximately 5.50 lakh candidates have applied for these positions, indicating a highly competitive selection process with roughly 648 applicants vying for each available post. The examination paper will consist of 160 multiple-choice questions (MCQs). These questions will cover a broad spectrum of subjects, including language proficiency, mathematics, general knowledge, geography, agriculture, the rich history and culture of Rajasthan, and fundamental computer knowledge. The total marks for the paper are 200, and candidates will be allotted 3 hours and 10 minutes to complete the examination.
A unique aspect of the examination is the provision of five answer options for each question. Candidates who choose not to answer any of the first four options are required to darken the fifth circle. Failing to mark any option will result in a deduction of three parts of the marks allocated for that specific question.
Essential Entry Rules and Exam Day Guidelines
Candidates are strongly advised to report to their examination centers at least two hours in advance, as entry will be strictly prohibited after 10 a.m. To maintain fairness and prevent malpractice, watches of any kind are strictly forbidden inside the examination hall. Only a transparent blue ball pen is permitted for use. A comprehensive list of banned items includes pens (other than the permitted one), water bottles, purses, bags, calculators, mobile phones, Bluetooth devices, and any form of weapons.
Steps to Download Your RSSB VDO Admit Card 2025
- Visit the official website.
- Log in using your unique SSO ID and password.
- On the dashboard, locate and click the “Recruitment Portal” section.
- Select the “RSSB VDO Admit Card 2025” link.
- Download and print your admit card for all future reference.
Dress Code for Candidates
In consideration of the winter season, the RSSB has given permission for candidates to wear appropriate warm clothing. This includes sweaters, coats, and full-sleeved garments, provided they do not feature any metal buttons. Male candidates may wear shirts or T-shirts, while female candidates are allowed to wear salwar suits, sarees, or shirts. For footwear, slippers, sandals, and shoes with socks are permissible. Additionally, women are permitted to wear glass bangles.
Required Documents and Photo Verification
On the day of the examination, candidates must present a printed copy of their admit card along with a valid photo ID card. It is crucial that the date of birth printed on the Aadhaar card matches the records. In specific cases, alternative photo IDs such as a PAN card, passport, driving license, or voter ID card may be used for verification.
Candidates are also required to paste a recent color photograph (2.5 cm by 2.5 cm), taken no earlier than one month prior, onto the attendance sheet. These photographs will undergo verification using specialized software.
Question Paper and Answer Key Information
Upon completion of the examination, candidates will be allowed to retain a carbon copy of their OMR answer sheet, but the original question paper must be submitted to the invigilator. The RSSB is committed to transparency and will release both the question paper and the official answer key within 72 hours following the examination. Should candidates have any discrepancies or objections regarding the answer key, they may raise formal objections by paying a fee of Rs. 100 per question.