Name of Post: RSMSSB Village Development Officer (VDO) Main Exam 2021 Syllabus - PDF Download
Post Date / Update: April 04, 2025
Important Information: The Rajasthan Subordinate and Ministerial Services Selection Board (RSMSSB) has released the official syllabus for the Village Development Officer (VDO) Main Examination 2021. This syllabus is essential for candidates preparing for the VDO recruitment exam in Rajasthan. The exam tests knowledge in various subjects relevant to rural development and administration. Below are the syllabus details, exam pattern, and preparation resources.
Rajasthan Subordinate and Ministerial Services Selection Board (RSMSSB) Village Development Officer (VDO) Main Exam 2021 Syllabus RSMSSB VDO 2021: Short Details of Notification WWW.SARKARIRESULTS99.ORG
Important Dates (Tentative) Application Start: Already Closed (2021) Main Exam Date: To Be Notified Admit Card Release: Before Exam Result Declaration: To Be Notified	Exam Pattern Mode: Offline (Pen and Paper-Based) Duration: 3 Hours Total Questions: 160 Total Marks: 200 Marking: Equal marks per question, -1/3 for incorrect answers Subjects: Language Knowledge, Mathematics, General Knowledge, Geography and Natural Resources, Agriculture and Economic Resources, History and Culture
RSMSSB VDO 2021 : Main Exam Syllabus Overview
Section	Key Topics / Details
Language Knowledge (Marks: 50)	General Hindi (Marks: 30): Sandhi and Sandhi Vigyan, Samas, Upsarg, Pratyay, Synonyms and Antonyms, Word and Sentence Correction, Idioms, Proverbs, Technical Terminology, Meaning of Word Pairs, One Word Substitution. English (Marks: 20): Grammar (Senior Secondary level), Multiple-choice questions based on a paragraph.
Mathematics (Marks: 40)	Decimals and Fractions, Percentage, Ratio and Proportion, Average, Interest, Profit and Loss, Discount, Perimeter, Time and Distance, Ratio and Time, Partnership, Installment Payments, Compound Interest, Growth and Decay Rates, Factors of Polynomials, HCF and LCM of Polynomials, Linear Equations with Two Variables, Measures of Central Tendency, Mean Deviation, Probability, Circles, Complementary Angles of Sine and Cosine, Geometric Constructions.
General Knowledge (Marks: 20)	Current Affairs (Marks: 10): Major issues and events at international, national, and state levels, related news, organizations, and personalities. General Science (Marks: 10): Questions based on daily observations, scientific understanding, and analysis; topics like electronics, telecommunications, satellites, and technology.
Geography and Natural Resources (Marks: 30)	World Geography: Rivers, mountains, continents. India: Wildlife, Ecology. Rajasthan: Climate, vegetation, soil types, geographical regions, human resources, population issues, unemployment, poverty, famine, drought, desertification, natural resources (minerals, mines, forests, land, water, livestock, wildlife, conservation, energy sources).
Agriculture and Economic Resources in Rajasthan (Marks: 30)	Food and commercial crops, agriculture-based industries, irrigation and river valley projects, wasteland and drought-prone area projects, Indira Gandhi Canal Project, industrial development, raw material and mineral-based industries, small and cottage industries, exportable items, Rajasthani handicrafts, tribal economy, economic schemes, development institutions, cooperative movements, small enterprises, financial institutions, role of Panchayati Raj institutions (73rd Amendment).
History and Culture (Marks: 30)	Indian History and Culture: Political and cultural landmarks, monuments, literary works, Renaissance, national unity, and independence movements. Rajasthan History and Culture: Medieval background, social and economic life, freedom movement, political awakening, political integration, dialects, literature, music, dance, drama, religious beliefs, folk traditions, saints, poets, warriors, folk deities, handicrafts, fairs, festivals, customs, attire, jewelry (especially tribal and rural contexts).
Additional Note	All questions are multiple-choice with equal marks; negative marking of 1/3rd for incorrect answers.
Preparation Resources & Tips for RSMSSB VDO Main Exam 2021 Resources: - Books: "Lucent’s General Knowledge" for GK, "Rajasthan General Knowledge" by Dr. C.L. Khanna, "Quantitative Aptitude" by R.S. Aggarwal for Mathematics, "General Hindi" by Hardev Bahri, "Objective General English" by S.P. Bakshi. - Practice: RSMSSB VDO previous years’ question papers, mock tests. - Online Platforms: Unacademy, Adda247, Testbook. Tips: - Focus on Rajasthan-specific topics (Geography, History, Culture, Economy). - Practice mathematics daily to improve speed and accuracy. - Stay updated with current affairs, especially Rajasthan-related news. - Revise Hindi and English grammar using standard books. - Take mock tests to understand the exam pattern and manage time. - Join online forums for strategies and doubt clarification.
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