⭐ Pre D.El.Ed 2026 Syllabus & Exam Pattern
Duration: 3 Hours
Mode: Offline (OMR based)
Total Questions: 200
Question Type: Objective (MCQs)
Negative Marking: ❌ No
Total Marks: 600
🟦 Subject-wise Questions & Marks Distribution
| Section | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Mental Ability | 50 | 150 |
| B | General Knowledge (Rajasthan) | 50 | 150 |
| C | Teaching Aptitude | 50 | 150 |
| D | Language Proficiency – Hindi | 20 | 60 |
| E | Language Proficiency – English | 30 | 90 |
| Total | 200 | 600 |
🟥 Full Detailed Syllabus (Applicable for Pre D.El.Ed 2026)
Below are all topics that are traditionally asked in BSTC / Pre D.El.Ed exams.
1️⃣ Mental Ability
Core Topics
- Analytical Reasoning
- Pattern Recognition
- Coding–Decoding
- Direction Sense
- Number & Alphabet Series
- Mathematical Reasoning
- Classification / Odd One Out
- Analogy
- Non-verbal Reasoning (Figure based)
- Problem Solving
Question Pattern in Exam
- Missing figure problems
- Number / letter series
- Simple logic-based puzzles
2️⃣ General Knowledge (Rajasthan)
A. History of Rajasthan
- Prehistoric Rajasthan
- Dynasties: Gurjar-Pratihar, Chauhan, Sisodia, Kachwaha
- Mewar, Marwar, Jaipur, Bundi, Kota, etc.
- Major battles: Haldighati, Khanwa, Dewair, Struggle period
- Role of Rajasthan in the Freedom Movement
- Important Freedom Fighters
B. Culture
- Folk deities (Pabuji, Ramdevji, Tejaji, etc.)
- Folk songs & folk dances (Ghoomar, Kalbelia)
- Folk musical instruments
- Fairs & festivals
- Painting styles (Kishangarh, Marwar, Bundi, etc.)
- Architecture – forts, havelis, stepwells (baoris)
C. Geography
- Physical geography (Aravalli range, Thar desert, plateaus)
- Climate & monsoon patterns
- Rivers: Luni, Chambal basin, Banas
- Irrigation projects (IGNP, Jawai, Mahi, Bisalpur)
- Mineral resources
- Jaisalmer – limestone / hydrocarbons
- Jhunjhunu – copper, etc.
D. Economy
- Agriculture: major crops & farming practices
- Industries: handloom, mineral-based industries
- State budget & government schemes
- Population & literacy statistics
E. Current Affairs (Rajasthan)
- Latest government schemes
- Updates related to education, health & Panchayati Raj
- Sports – Rajasthan-based players
3️⃣ Teaching Aptitude
Key Areas
- Qualities of a good teacher
- Teaching–learning process
- Classroom management
- Basics of child psychology
- Development of creativity
- Value education
- Motivation
- Learning difficulties
- Inclusive education
- Teacher–student relationship
- Child-centred education
Frequently Asked Question Types
- “What are the characteristics of a good teacher?”
- “Best methods of classroom management”
- “Basic principles of child psychology”
4️⃣ Language Proficiency – Hindi
Grammar
- Sandhi, Samas
- Prefixes & suffixes
- Figures of speech (Alankar)
- Idioms & proverbs
- Synonyms & antonyms
- Rasa, Chhand
- Sentence correction
- Sentence structure & types
Comprehension
- Unseen passages
- 2–3 comprehension-based question sets
5️⃣ Language Proficiency – English
Grammar
- Tenses
- Articles
- Prepositions
- Conjunctions
- Voice
- Narration
- Degrees of comparison
- Sentence correction
- Subject–verb agreement
Vocabulary
- Synonyms / Antonyms
- One-word substitution
- Idioms & phrases
Comprehension
- Short passage with 5–10 questions
🟨 Marking Scheme
- Each question: 3 marks
- Negative marking: None
- Attempt all questions — no penalty for wrong answers
🟩 Important OMR Instructions
- Do not mark two options for one question
- Use black/blue pen as instructed
- No overwriting or cutting
- Fill roll number carefully
- Darken bubbles completely
🟦 Expected Changes in Pre D.El.Ed 2026
(Based on previous years’ trends)
- No major change in syllabus
- Difficulty level: Class 10–12 standard
- Rajasthan GK is becoming deeper every year
→ Focus more on state schemes & current affairs
🟫 Preparation Strategy
1️⃣ Rajasthan GK
- Books: Lakshya BSTC, Rajasthan Adhyayan
- Regular study of folk culture, history & budget
2️⃣ Mental Ability
- Reasoning questions slightly below SSC level
- Daily practice is essential
3️⃣ Teaching Aptitude
- Basics of child psychology
- Important points from NCF 2005
4️⃣ Languages
- Daily grammar practice
- Regular comprehension exercises