Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC), Hyderabad has released Notification No. 07/G/ES/2026 for the direct recruitment of Mandal Planning and Statistical Officers / Assistant Statistical Officers in the Directorate of Economics & Statistics, Telangana. A total of 102 vacancies are available for eligible candidates.
The online application process will begin on 30 October 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official TGPSC website up to 27 November 2026 at 5:00 PM. The examination is tentatively scheduled for January 2027.
Official Notification PDF: TGPSC Recruitment 2026
TGPSC Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Organization | Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) |
| Department | Directorate of Economics & Statistics |
| Notification No. | 07/G/ES/2026 |
| Post Name | Mandal Planning and Statistical Officers / Assistant Statistical Officers |
| Total Vacancies | 102 |
| Cadre | Zonal |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 36,750 - Rs. 1,06,990 |
| Age Limit | 18 to 44 Years |
| Age Calculation Date | 01 July 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 30 October 2026 |
| Last Date | 27 November 2026 at 5:00 PM |
| Exam Date | January 2027 (Tentative) |
TGPSC MPSO / ASO Vacancy 2026
TGPSC has notified a total of 102 vacancies for the Mandal Planning and Statistical Officers / Assistant Statistical Officers posts. The posts are classified as Zonal Cadre posts and the vacancies are distributed across seven zones according to the prescribed reservation roster.
| Post | Cadre | Vacancies | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mandal Planning and Statistical Officers / Assistant Statistical Officers | Zonal | 102 | Rs. 36,750 - Rs. 1,06,990 |
TGPSC MPSO / ASO Zone-wise Vacancies
The vacancy breakup provided in Annexure-I covers seven zones. The notification provides separate Open Competition and Local vacancies within each zone.
| Zone | UR | Local | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone-I | 1 | 11 | 12 |
| Zone-II | 1 | 13 | 14 |
| Zone-III | 1 | 14 | 15 |
| Zone-IV | 1 | 16 | 17 |
| Zone-V | 1 | 6 | 7 |
| Zone-VI | 1 | 24 | 25 |
| Zone-VII | 1 | 11 | 12 |
| Grand Total | 7 | 95 | 102 |
The detailed category-wise and zone-wise vacancy table is given in Annexure-I on page 14 of the notification. It includes OC, EWS, BC-A, BC-B, BC-C, BC-D, BC-E, SC, ST and disability-related reservations.
TGPSC Recruitment 2026 Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess the prescribed educational qualification as on 28 October 2026, which is the date of notification. The result of the required qualification must have been declared by the concerned University by the notification date. Merely appearing for the examination or having the result under processing on the cut-off date does not satisfy the qualification requirement.
Applicants must possess a Bachelor's Degree with Statistics as one of the main subjects, OR a Bachelor's Degree with Mathematics with Statistics as a paper in one or more years, OR a Bachelor's Degree with Economics with Statistics as a paper in one or more years, OR a Bachelor's Degree with Commerce with Statistics as a paper in one or more years, OR a Bachelor's Degree with Computer Science with Statistics as a paper in one or more years.
The qualification must be from a University established or incorporated by or under a Central Act or State Act, a deemed University under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956, or a foreign University approved by the Central Government.
Accepted Educational Qualification
- Bachelor's Degree with Statistics as one of the main subjects.
- Bachelor's Degree with Mathematics and Statistics.
- Bachelor's Degree with Economics and Statistics.
- Bachelor's Degree with Commerce and Statistics.
- Bachelor's Degree with Computer Science and Statistics.
Distance Education Qualification
Candidates who obtained the required degree through Open University or Distance Education must ensure that the qualification and institution are recognised by the relevant statutory authority such as UGC, AICTE or Distance Education Bureau, wherever applicable. The responsibility of proving recognition rests with the applicant.
TGPSC MPSO / ASO Age Limit 2026
The age of candidates will be calculated as on 01 July 2026. The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 44 years. The notification states that the upper age limit has been increased by 10 years, from 34 years to 44 years.
| Category | Age Limit / Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 44 Years |
| SC/ST/BC/EWS | 5 Years |
| Physically Handicapped Persons | 10 Years |
| Telangana State Government Employees | Up to 5 Years based on length of regular service |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 Years + length of service rendered in Armed Forces |
| NCC Instructors | 3 Years + length of service rendered in NCC |
The applicant should not have been born after 01 July 2008 for the minimum age requirement and should not have been born before 02 July 1982 for the normal maximum age requirement. No person who has crossed 61 years of age is eligible.
TGPSC Local Reservation 2026
Since these are Zonal Cadre posts, local reservation is applicable. The notification provides 95% local reservation as per the applicable Telangana Government orders.
The notification explains the conditions for determining a local candidate based on educational study and/or residence in the relevant local area. Candidates who do not satisfy the local-candidate conditions may be treated according to the provisions applicable to non-local candidates.
TGPSC Zones and Districts
| Zone | Name | Districts |
|---|---|---|
| Zone-I | Kaleshwaram | Kumrambheem-Asifabad, Mancherial, Peddapalli, Jayashankar-Bhupalpalli, Mulugu |
| Zone-II | Basara | Adilabad, Nirmal, Nizamabad, Jagtiyal |
| Zone-III | Rajanna | Karimnagar, Rajanna-Sircilla, Siddipet, Medak, Kamareddy |
| Zone-IV | Bhadradri | Bhadradri-Kothagudem, Khammam, Mahabubabad, Hanamkonda, Warangal |
| Zone-V | Yadadri | Suryapet, Nalgonda, Yadadri-Bhongir, Jangaon |
| Zone-VI | Charminar | Medchal-Malkajgiri, Hyderabad, Ranga Reddy, Sanga Reddy, Vikarabad |
| Zone-VII | Jogulamba | Mahaboobnagar, Narayanpet, Jogulamba-Gadwal, Wanaparthi, Nagarkurnool |
Reservation for TGPSC Recruitment 2026
Reservation is applicable for SC, ST, BC, EWS, Persons with Disabilities, Women and meritorious sportspersons according to the Telangana State and Subordinate Service Rules and applicable Government Orders.
Candidates claiming reservation or age relaxation based on caste, tribe, community or category must produce the required certificates issued by the competent Telangana Revenue Authorities. Applicants from other states are not entitled to reservation benefits under the notification.
TGPSC Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Processing Fee - OC & BC | Rs. 1,000 |
| Application Processing Fee - SC/ST/PwD | Rs. 500 |
| Examination Fee | Rs. 80 |
All unemployed applicants are exempted from the examination fee. Government employees working under Central Government, State Government, PSUs, Corporations or other Government sectors must pay the prescribed examination fee.
The applicable fee must be paid online through the payment gateway. Once paid, the fee will not be refunded or adjusted. Failure to pay the applicable fees will result in rejection of the application.
TGPSC MPSO / ASO Exam Pattern 2026
The recruitment examination is an Objective Type Written Examination. TGPSC may conduct the examination through Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) or OMR-based offline mode. The Commission will announce the examination mode through its website and hall ticket.
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | General Studies & General Abilities | 150 | 150 Minutes | 150 |
| Paper-II | Statistics (Degree Level) | 150 | 150 Minutes | 150 |
| Total | - | 300 | 300 Minutes | 300 |
Both papers are common to all candidates. The examination language is bilingual, English and Telugu.
TGPSC MPSO / ASO Syllabus 2026
Paper-I: General Studies and General Abilities
- Current Affairs - Regional, National and International
- International Relations and Events
- General Science and India's achievements in Science and Technology
- Environmental Issues and Disaster Management
- Economy of India and Telangana
- Geography of India with a focus on Telangana
- Indian Constitution and Polity with a focus on Local Self-Government
- Society, Culture, Heritage, Arts and Literature of Telangana
- Policies of Telangana State
- History of Modern India with a focus on Indian National Movement
- History of Telangana with special emphasis on the Movement for Telangana Statehood
- Logical Reasoning, Analytical Ability and Data Interpretation
- Basic English
Paper-II: Statistics
Paper-II is a Degree Level Statistics paper common to all candidates. The syllabus includes the following major areas:
- Introduction to Statistics
- Collection of Primary and Secondary Data
- Sampling and Census
- Frequency Distribution and Tabulation
- Diagrammatic and Graphic Presentation of Data
- Measures of Central Tendency
- Measures of Dispersion
- Skewness and Kurtosis
- Probability
- Random Variables
- Bernoulli, Binomial and Poisson Distributions
- Normal Distribution
- Estimation and Statistical Tests
- Correlation and Regression
- Time Series and Index Numbers
- Sampling Techniques
- Basics of Computers
The detailed syllabus is provided in Annexure-II of the notification.
TGPSC Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Selection will be made through the Objective Type Examination, conducted through CBRT or OMR-based mode. Final selection will be based on the marks secured in the examination.
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| OC / Sportspersons / EWS | 40% |
| BC | 35% |
| SC / ST / PH | 30% |
Merely securing the minimum qualifying marks does not guarantee selection. Candidates are selected according to merit and the order of preference exercised through web options against available vacancies.
Tie-Breaking Rules
If two or more candidates obtain equal total marks, TGPSC will consider their local status first, with Telangana local candidates receiving higher ranking. If marks and local status are also equal, the older candidate receives the higher rank.
If the tie continues, the Commission considers marks in subject papers other than General Studies, date of passing of the qualifying examination, qualifying-examination percentage, higher qualification and related criteria in the order prescribed in the notification.
Medical Fitness and Service Conditions
Appointment of selected candidates is subject to being found medically fit in the prescribed medical examination. Candidates must also satisfy the required conditions relating to health, character and conduct.
The selected candidate should be willing to serve anywhere in Telangana State.
How to Apply for TGPSC Recruitment 2026
Step 1: Complete One Time Registration
Candidates who have not previously registered with TGPSC must visit the official TGPSC website and complete One Time Registration (OTR) to obtain a TGPSC ID. Candidates who already have an OTR can directly access the application using their existing TGPSC ID.
Important: OTR registration by itself is not an application for this recruitment. Candidates must separately submit the online application specifically for Notification No. 07/G/ES/2026.
Step 2: Login and Fill the Application
- Visit the official TGPSC website.
- Open the online application link.
- Enter the TGPSC ID and date of birth.
- Login using the OTP received on the registered mobile number.
- Verify the information fetched from the OTR database.
- Select the examination centre.
- Preview the complete application.
Step 3: Pay the Application Fee
Click the SAVE & PAYMENT button and pay the applicable fee through Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card or UPI.
Step 4: Download the Submitted Application
After successful payment, a PDF application will be generated. Candidates must download and preserve the submitted application form. The Reference ID Number printed on the PDF should be retained for future reference and correspondence.
Important Application Instructions
- OTR registration is not treated as an application.
- A separate online application must be submitted for this notification.
- Applicants should keep their registered mobile number and email ID active throughout the recruitment process.
- All relevant columns in the application must be completed.
- Applicants should carefully verify the information before final submission.
- Incomplete or incorrect applications will be rejected.
- No changes will be made by TGPSC to the submitted application.
- After clicking Confirm & Submit, the application particulars are saved in the database.
- Applications submitted through any mode other than the prescribed online method will not be accepted.
TGPSC specifically advises candidates not to wait until the last date to submit the application.
TGPSC Exam Centres 2026
The objective examination will be conducted at the following centres, subject to the Commission's decision:
- Hyderabad, including HMDA Jurisdiction
- Karimnagar
- Khammam
- Warangal
- Nizamabad
The Commission reserves the right to allot a candidate to a centre other than the one selected by the candidate or to create/remove examination centres for administrative reasons. Requests for change of examination centre will not be entertained.
TGPSC Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 28 October 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 30 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 November 2026 at 5:00 PM |
| Hall Ticket | 7 days before the examination and up to 5:00 PM on the previous day |
| Tentative Examination Schedule | January 2027 |
