Last updated: 5 June 2026
Group I Services (Prelims) 2026
Group I Services (Prelims) 2026: 563 vacancies. Application window closed. Age limit: 18-44 years. Qualification: Graduation (any discipline).
Total Vacancies
563
Department
Telangana State Public Service Commission
Age Limit
18-44 years
Qualification
Graduation (any discipline)
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Official Note
TGPSC Group I 2026 — DySP, Tehsildar, Municipal Commissioner and allied TS state services. Prelims → Mains → Interview.
Important Dates
- Application Start
- 10 March 2026
- Last Date to Apply
- 8 May 2026
- Exam Date
- 18 October 2026
- Age Cut-off Date
- 1 July 2027
Selection Process
- Preliminary Exam — 200 marks (MCQ)
- Main Examination — 6 papers (GS I–IV + Telangana Movement + Optional)
- Interview — 75 marks
- Document Verification & Medical
Previous Year Indicative Cut Off
Figures are indicative based on prior JCCE results. Actual cutoff varies.
| Category | Cutoff Marks | Out of | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open (OC) | 142 | 200 | 71.0% |
| BC-A/B/C/D/E | 128 | 200 | 64.0% |
| SC | 112 | 200 | 56.0% |
| ST | 100 | 200 | 50.0% |
Exam Centres
Major cities / districts where JCCE is typically conducted.
Syllabus Highlights
- Telangana History & Statehood — Nizam rule, Hyderabad state, Telangana movement 2009–2014
- Telangana Geography — Deccan plateau, Godavari-Krishna basins, Nagarjunasagar
- Telangana Economy — IT hub (Hyderabad), pharma, agriculture, TS schemes
- Telugu Language — mandatory test, grammar, literature
Eligibility Criteria
Qualification: Graduation (any discipline)
| Category | Max Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 44 years | No relaxation |
| OBC (NCL) | 47 years | +3 years |
| SC / ST | 49 years | +5 years |
| PwD | 54 years | +10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per notification | 3 yrs after discharge |
Always read the official notification PDF: relaxation rules vary by examination. Age cut-off date: 1 July 2027.
Salary & Perks
₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
Apply Kaise Karein
- Confirm eligibility, age limits, and qualifications against the official PDF.
- Complete registration on the authorised portal for Telangana State Public Service Commission.
- Fill personal, education, and category details carefully.
- Upload photograph and signature within the stated pixel and KB limits.
- After fee payment, save or print the confirmation page.
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Aksar Puche Jaane Wale Sawaal (FAQ)
What is the age limit for Group I Services (Prelims) 2026? v
For the General category the minimum age is 18 years and the maximum is 44 years. OBC candidates usually receive three additional years, SC/ST candidates five additional years, and PwD candidates ten additional years, subject to the official PDF. Age is reckoned from Thursday, 1 July 2027.
How do I apply for Group I Services (Prelims) 2026? v
Visit the authorised website for Telangana State Public Service Commission (https://tspsc.gov.in), complete online registration, fill every mandatory field, and upload photograph and signature scans within the limits stated in the PDF. The closing date was Friday, 8 May 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. Verify eligibility with our Age Calculator before you pay any fee.
What is the last date to apply for Group I Services (Prelims) 2026? v
The closing date was Friday, 8 May 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Sunday, 18 October 2026.