Short Description
The Rajasthan Subordinate Ministerial Staff Selection Board RSMSSB is going to hold the LDC Lower Division Clerk exam this year. This test is a big opportunity for those who want a government job in Rajasthan. To do well it’s really important to know what topics are covered in the exam and how its set up. Let’s break it down simply for you.
Quick Exam Info
- Conducted by: RSMSSB (Rajasthan Staff Board)
- Exam Name: Lower Division Clerk (LDC)
- Total Papers: 2
- Total Time: 3 hours for each paper
- Passing Marks: Paper 1 – 40%, Paper 2 – 36%
- Negative Marking: 0.33 marks cut for each wrong answer
Rajasthan LDC Syllabus (What You Need to Study)
The exam has 2 papers. Let’s see what each one includes.
Paper 1: General Knowledge, Science & Math
Part A – General Knowledge
- Current Events: What’s happening in India and Rajasthan right now.
- Geography: Rajasthan’s land, soil, animals, weather, and resources like water and forests.
- Agriculture: Main crops, farming methods, irrigation, and local industries.
- History & Culture: Folk music, festivals, freedom fighters, saints, clothes, and jewelry of Rajasthan.
- Industries: Major industries and sources of energy like solar and hydro power.
Part B – Daily Science
- Chemistry: Everyday chemicals and simple reactions.
- Physics: Basics of electricity, light, and different materials.
- Biology: Human body, health, nutrition, diseases, and environment.
- Technology: Basics of computers and biotechnology.
Part C – Mathematics
- Algebra: Simple equations.
- Arithmetic: Percentages, profit/loss, interest, ratios.
- Geometry: Area and perimeter of shapes, triangles, circles.
- Trigonometry: Basic formulas and angles.
- Data Handling: Averages, graphs, charts, etc.
Paper 2: Hindi & English Language
Part A – Hindi
- Words: Synonyms, antonyms, idioms.
- Grammar: Sentence correction, types of sentences, tenses.
- Writing: Letters, essays, and translations between Hindi and English.
- Literature: Basic knowledge of famous Hindi writers and their books.
Part B – English
- Grammar: Tenses, articles, sentence correction.
- Words: Synonyms, antonyms, one-word substitutions.
- Reading: Understand and answer questions from a passage.
- Writing: Formal/informal letters, short essays, translation.
Typing Test (After Written Exam)
If you pass the written test, you’ll also have to take a typing test in both Hindi and English.
- Speed Test: 10 minutes
- Skill Test: 10 minutes
- Each test is of 100 marks
Rajasthan LDC Exam Pattern
| Paper | Type | Time | Questions | Marks | Negative Marking | Subjects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | MCQs | 3 hrs + 10m | 150 | 100 | 1/3 mark | GK, Math, Science, Rajasthan History |
| Paper-II | MCQs | 3 hrs + 10m | 150 (75+75) | 100 | 1/3 mark | Hindi & English |
How to Prepare – Simple Tips
- Know What to Study: Go through the full syllabus and understand each subject.
- Make a Study Plan: Create a daily schedule so you can cover everything in time.
- Solve Past Papers: Practice old exam papers to understand the pattern.
- Make Notes: Write short notes in your own words – this helps you remember better.
- Work on Weak Topics: Spend extra time on things you find tough.
- Take Mock Tests: Practice timed tests to improve your speed and confidence.