TGPSC · Notification No. 03/G/SE/2026

TGPSC DEO / Gazetted HM 2026

Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) Deputy Educational Officer (DEO) / Gazetted HM

24 posts, CBT 12-13 November

  • Exam 12 Nov 2026
  • 24 posts
  • Applications closed
  • 2 papers · 450 marks
  • 150 min per paper
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Official notification 03/G/SE/2026 on TGPSC's website

At a glance

Important dates

Notification
5 June 2026
Apply from
12 June 2026
Last date
19 July 2026, 5:00 PM
Exam date
12 November 2026

Vacancies

24 posts · provisional

DEO / Gazetted HM exam pattern

PaperQsMinMarks
Paper I: General Studies and General Abilities 150 150 150
Paper II: Foundations of Education; Educational Leadership, Administration and Management 150 150 300
Total450

About DEO / Gazetted HM

The post, the papers and what to expect

TGPSC notification 03/G/SE/2026 fills 24 Deputy Educational Officer / Gazetted Head Master Grade-I posts in the School Education Department through one objective test, with no interview. Paper II covers foundations of education and educational management; Paper I is general studies with a strong Telangana focus.

The job and who can apply

Qualification, age limit and selection

A multi-zonal post in the School Education Department, Telangana, pay scale Rs 58,850–1,37,050; 24 posts (Multi Zone I 10, Multi Zone II 14).

Qualification
A Bachelor's degree with subjects eligible for B.Ed. admission, and a PG degree with at least 55% (50% for SC, ST, BC and disabled candidates).
Age
18 to 44 years as on 01/07/2026. Relaxation: SC, ST, BC, EWS 5 years; persons with disabilities 10 years; ex-servicemen 3 years plus service.
Also
Multi-zonal posts: 95% local reservation in Multi Zones I and II applies.
Also
Register first with One Time Registration (OTR) on tgpsc.gov.in; OTR alone is not an application.
  1. Written exam (objective, computer-based)Paper I 150 marks and Paper II 300 marks, 450 in all; merit from this total.
  2. Minimum qualifying marksOC, sportspersons and EWS 40%, BCs 35%, SCs, STs and persons with disabilities 30%.
  3. Certificate verification and appointmentSelection in order of merit against the vacancies in each multi zone.

DEO / Gazetted HM syllabus

2 papers, 38 topics

Paper II: Education and Educational Management Coming soon

TGPSC Paper I: both syllabus wordings and the topic mix of past papers

Paper I: General Studies and General Abilities

150 questions · 150 min · 150 marks

Fifteen syllabus items. Five name Telangana: its development, geography and demography, history with the statehood movement, society and culture, and state policies.

1. Current affairs
  • Regional, national and international
2. International relations
  • International relations and events
3. General science
  • General science
  • India's achievements in science and technology
4. Environment
  • Environmental issues
  • Disaster management: prevention and mitigation strategies
5. Economy
  • Economic and social development of India and Telangana
6. Geography of India
  • Physical, social and economic geography of India
7. Geography of Telangana
  • Physical, social and economic geography and demography of Telangana
8. Modern Indian history
  • Socio-economic, political and cultural history of modern India
  • Special emphasis on the Indian National Movement
9. Telangana history
  • Socio-economic, political and cultural history of Telangana
  • Special emphasis on the Telangana statehood movement and formation of the state
10. Polity and governance
  • Indian Constitution
  • Indian political system
  • Governance and public policy
11. Social exclusion and rights
  • Social exclusion
  • Rights issues such as gender, caste, tribe and disability
  • Inclusive policies
12. Telangana society and culture
  • Society, culture, heritage, arts and literature of Telangana
13. Telangana policies
  • Policies of Telangana State
14. Reasoning
  • Logical reasoning
  • Analytical ability and data interpretation
15. Basic English
  • Basic English (10th class standard)

Paper II: Education (Part A 75 questions, Part B 75 questions)

150 questions · 150 min · 300 marks

Part A, basic foundations of education: policy, philosophy, psychology, pedagogy and assessment. Part B, educational leadership, administration and management: school administration, quality, finance and policy.

Part A: Basic foundations of education
  • Education and the Constitution, RTE Act, policies and commissions
  • Indian knowledge systems; colonial and post-colonial education
  • Educational thinkers from Vivekananda to Freire
  • Society, equity, inclusion and economics of education
  • Child development, learning, exceptional children, guidance
  • Pedagogy, curriculum, assessment, ICT and AI
  • Language policy, adult education, health and yoga
Part B: Educational leadership, administration and management
  • School education programmes and administration
  • School performance and quality management
  • Leadership and organisational behaviour
  • Decentralised management and decision making
  • Classroom and curriculum management
  • Financial, human and physical resources
  • Policy planning, Centre-State relations, ICT in administration

The notification does not mention negative marking.

Computer-based test (CBT), per TGPSC's schedule web note. Paper II has two parts of 75 questions (150 marks each). Both papers are in English and Telugu. The notification does not mention negative marking.

Mistakes that cost marks

3 traps to avoid
  • Treating Paper I lightly: five of fifteen items are Telangana-specific, and its 150 marks count in merit.
  • Skipping a paper: absence in either paper disqualifies you (section 12.5).
  • Preparing only Part A: Part B, educational management, carries the same 150 marks.

తెలుగులో సంక్షిప్తంగా

In brief, in Telugu

టీజీపీఎస్సీ నోటిఫికేషన్ 03/G/SE/2026 ద్వారా పాఠశాల విద్యా శాఖలో 24 డిప్యూటీ ఎడ్యుకేషనల్ ఆఫీసర్ / గెజిటెడ్ హెడ్ మాస్టర్ గ్రేడ్-I పోస్టులను ఒకే ఆబ్జెక్టివ్ పరీక్షతో భర్తీ చేస్తారు, ఇంటర్వ్యూ లేదు. పేపర్ II విద్యా పునాదులు, విద్యా నిర్వహణ; పేపర్ I తెలంగాణపై ప్రత్యేక దృష్టితో జనరల్ స్టడీస్.

How to apply

Online at www.tgpsc.gov.in, by 19 Jul 2026
  1. Read notification 03/G/SE/2026 on the official TGPSC website.
  2. Go to www.tgpsc.gov.in. If you are new, first register with One Time Registration (OTR) to get your TGPSC ID.
  3. Apply online between 12 June 2026 and 19 July 2026, up to 5:00 PM.

Medha AI does not take applications or fees. Apply only on the official TGPSC website.

Dates are from the official notification, checked on 29 October 2026. Computer-based test on 12 and 13 November 2026 (TGPSC schedule web note of 28/09/2026). Recheck www.tgpsc.gov.in for changes. Vacancies in a notification are provisional and can change.

Sources: TGPSC notification 03/G/SE/2026 dated 05/06/2026: sections 1, 3, 6, 8, 10, 12 and Annexures I-II; TGPSC schedule of recruitment examinations, web note dated 28/09/2026.

TGPSC DEO / Gazetted HM questions

13 common questions, answered
When is the TGPSC DEO exam?

A computer-based test on 12 and 13 November 2026, as per TGPSC's schedule web note of 28/09/2026. Hall tickets open 7 days before the exam.

Is there negative marking in TGPSC DEO?

The notification does not mention negative marking.

Who can apply for TGPSC DEO / Gazetted HM?

Graduates with subjects eligible for B.Ed. admission who also hold a PG degree with 55% (50% for reserved categories), aged 18 to 44 as on 01/07/2026. Applications closed on 19/07/2026.

What is the application fee?

Application processing fee Rs 1,000 for OC and BC, Rs 500 for SC, ST and persons with disabilities. Exam fee Rs 120; unemployed applicants are exempt.

Where are the exam centres?

Hyderabad (including the HMDA area), Karimnagar, Khammam, Warangal and Nizamabad. TGPSC may allot another centre.

Is the exam in Telugu?

Yes. Both Paper I and Paper II are bilingual, English and Telugu.

When is the TGPSC DEO / Gazetted HM exam 2026?

Computer-based test on 12 and 13 November 2026 (TGPSC schedule web note of 28/09/2026). Check the official TGPSC website for any change.

What is the last date to apply for TGPSC DEO / Gazetted HM?

Online applications are open from 12 June 2026 to 19 July 2026, up to 5:00 PM, on www.tgpsc.gov.in.

How many posts are there in TGPSC DEO / Gazetted HM 2026?

24 posts as notified in 03/G/SE/2026. The number is provisional and can change.

What is the TGPSC DEO / Gazetted HM exam pattern?

Paper I: General Studies and General Abilities (150 questions, 150 minutes, 150 marks). Paper II: Foundations of Education; Educational Leadership, Administration and Management (150 questions, 150 minutes, 300 marks). Total 450 marks.

Is there a syllabus for TGPSC DEO / Gazetted HM?

Yes. The scheme and syllabus are in an annexure of notification 03/G/SE/2026. Its general studies papers (General Studies & Mental Ability) can be practised in Medha AI now.

Where do I apply for TGPSC DEO / Gazetted HM?

Only on the official TGPSC website, www.tgpsc.gov.in. Medha AI does not take applications. Medha AI is an independent preparation service. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by or connected to APPSC, TGPSC (formerly TSPSC), MPSC, UPSC or any other commission or government body.

What is the full form of TGPSC DEO / Gazetted HM?

TGPSC stands for Telangana Public Service Commission and DEO stands for Deputy Educational Officer. So TGPSC DEO / Gazetted HM is the same as Telangana Public Service Commission Deputy Educational Officer / Gazetted HM.

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