In Rajasthan, students who complete their Class 12 (Higher Secondary) examinations under the Board of Secondary Education, Rajasthan (RBSE), receive a formal certificate commonly referred to as the Rajasthan Higher Secondary Certificate or passing certificate/certificate of qualification, which serves as proof of completion of senior secondary education. This certificate is required for admission to colleges/universities, employment, further studies, and official purposes. Ensuring you know the correct application and receipt procedures is important so that there are no delays or complications in your further academic or employment journey.
About Rajasthan Higher Secondary Certificate:
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The Board of Secondary Education, Rajasthan (RBSE), conducts Class 12 examinations (senior secondary) every year in the State of Rajasthan.
Once a student passes the examination (in their respective stream: Arts, Science, Commerce) and fulfils all criteria, the board issues a Rajasthan Higher Secondary Certificate. For example, the board confirms that it does provide a pass certificate for Class 12.
The Rajasthan Higher Secondary Certificate is recognised across India for higher education and employment, provided the board is duly recognised. Also, digital marksheet and certificate utilities (such as via DigiLocker) are increasingly used for ease of access.
How to Apply for the Rajasthan Higher Secondary Certificate:
Before you can receive the certificate, you must appear for and pass the Class 12 exam. The application for the exam is the first step. Key elements:
Form filling and submission:
- For regular students (i.e., those studying in a school affiliated to RBSE): The school typically collects the application form from the board, distributes it to students, collects the completed form, fee, and forwards to the board.
- For private (or re-appear) candidates: They must obtain the application form (or download from the official RBSE website), fill it out, attach relevant documents, pay the fee, and submit to the designated centre/district level as directed.
- The board officially mentions that the application form for Class 12 must be submitted by regular and private students.
Fee payment:
- There is an application/examination fee. For example, the Class 12 application form for 2026 showed that regular students pay a certain fee and private students a different fee.
- Late fees apply if you miss the deadline.
Document submission
- Documents like the previous qualifying certificate (Class 11 or equivalent), age proof, identity, photograph, etc., are required as per board instructions (especially for private/enrolled candidates).
- Schools verify regular students’ eligibility (attendance, prior studies) and forward the list to the board.
Admit Card
- After the application is accepted, the board issues an admit card/hall ticket for the exam. Regular students often receive this via their school; private students download from the board’s portal.
Examination and result
- Appear for the exam, and after evaluation, if you pass, you become eligible for the certificate. The board publishes the result online.
Receiving the Rajasthan Higher Secondary Certificate After Passing:
Once you pass the Class 12 exam under RBSE, follow these steps to obtain the Rajasthan Higher Secondary Certificate
Provisional Certificate/Marksheet:
After the result declaration, you can often download a provisional marksheet from the board’s website.
The marksheet shows subject-wise marks, total, division, etc.
Important Tips & Guidelines:
- Always fill your application form carefully and check the details (name spelling, date of birth, stream, subjects) as these will reflect in your certificate.
- Keep proof of submission of application, fee receipt, admit card, result print-outs.
- After result, verify all details in your marksheet/certificate immediately — if there is any error, get it corrected before you begin higher education or job applications.
- Keep both an original printed certificate/marksheet and a digital copy (DigiLocker or scanned PDF) in safe storage.
- If you lose your original certificate, apply for duplicate promptly, because many institutions require submission of the certificate for admissions or jobs and delays cause problems.
- For private candidates: Make sure you are aware of deadlines and extra fee if applying late.
- For physical certificate collection: Contact your school/principal (for regular students) or the board’s appointed office for private candidates.
Conclusion:
Obtaining the Rajasthan Higher Secondary Certificate (Class 12) certificate from RBSE is a significant milestone in your academic journey. Properly navigating the exam application, ensuring you appear, pass, and then receive your certificate with correct details, is essential for admissions, jobs, and further education. By following the steps above, staying alert to deadlines, verifying your documents, and keeping backups, you can ensure a smooth process without unnecessary delays. If you encounter issues such as a wrong name, missing certificate or a migration requirement, you now know the route to apply for corrections or duplicates. This certificate will serve as a foundational credential for your future—treat it with importance.
FAQs:
Q. Does RBSE provide a separate ‘Higher Secondary Certificate’ for Class 12?
A. Yes. The RBSE issues a passing certificate (or certificate of having passed the Class 12 exam) to students who meet the passing criteria.
Q. How do I apply for the RBSE Class 12 examination?
A. Regular students apply through their school which submits the form and fee to the board. Private candidates download the form from the board website or designated centre, fill it, attach documents, pay the fee, and submit by the deadline.
Q. When will I receive my certificate after I pass Class 12?
A. After the result declaration, you can download a provisional marksheet digitally. The original certificate is usually distributed via the school (for regular students) or board-appointed centre (for private students) some weeks later.
Q. What if I lose my Class 12 certificate?
A. You must apply for a duplicate certificate via the board’s “duplicates/corrections” online service. Provide the required documents (FIR, affidavit, fee), and once processed, a duplicate will be issued.
Q. Can I download my certificate or marksheet online?
A. Yes — The marksheet and certificate (or at least a digital version) are available via platforms such as DigiLocker by the board. Make sure you have your roll number, passing year, and required login credentials.
Q. What are passing criteria for Class 12 under RBSE?
A. While the precise subject-wise minimums may vary by year/stream, recently the board states you must pass each subject and meet overall criteria. For example, passing marks for various subjects were detailed for 2025.
Q. What if there is an error in my certificate (name, date of birth, marks)?
A. You should immediately approach the school (for regular students) or the board (for private) to apply for correction. The board has a process for corrections as shown on their “docs & correction” page.