TGPSC Deputy Educational Officer / Head Master Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 24 Vacancies

About TGPSC

The Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) is the constitutional recruitment body responsible for conducting examinations and selecting candidates for various state government services in Telangana. The commission ensures transparent and merit-based recruitment for administrative, educational, and technical posts.

TGPSC DEO / Gazetted Head Master Recruitment 2026 Overview

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TGPSC DEO Vacancy 2026

A total of 24 vacancies have been announced under two Multi-Zones.

Zone-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

TGPSC Deputy Educational Officer Eligibility Criteria 2026

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess:

• Bachelor's Degree from a UGC-recognized University with subjects eligible for admission into B.Ed. course.
• Post Graduate Degree with at least 55% marks from a UGC-recognized University.
• SC/ST/BC/Differently Abled candidates require a minimum of 50% marks in Post Graduation.

Distance Education Qualification

Degrees obtained through Open or Distance Education mode must be recognized by:

• UGC
• AICTE
• Distance Education Bureau

Unrecognized qualifications will not be accepted.

Nationality

Candidates must be citizens of India.

TGPSC DEO Age Limit 2026

Age will be calculated as on 01 July 2026.

Minimum Age: 18 Years

TGPSC DEO Application Fee 2026

TGPSC Deputy Educational Officer Salary 2026

The selected candidates will be appointed as Gazetted Officers under the School Education Department of Telangana.

TGPSC DEO Selection Process 2026

Selection will be based on:

Stage 1: Written Examination

• Objective Type Examination
• OMR-Based Offline Mode or CBRT
• Bilingual (English & Telugu)

Stage 2: Document Verification

Candidates shortlisted based on merit will be called for verification of original documents.

Stage 3: Medical Fitness

Candidates must be medically fit according to Telangana Government standards.

TGPSC DEO Exam Pattern 2026

Paper-I

Paper-II

Overall Examination Pattern

Minimum Qualifying Marks

TGPSC DEO Syllabus 2026

Paper-I: General Studies & General Abilities

• Current Affairs
• International Relations
• General Science
• Environment & Disaster Management
• Telangana History & Culture
• Indian Constitution
• Governance & Public Policy
• Social Exclusion
• Logical Reasoning
• Data Interpretation
• Basic English

Paper-II Part-A: Foundations of Education

• Education and Indian Constitution
• Educational Psychology
• Curriculum and Assessment
• Child Development
• Educational Technology
• Guidance and Counselling
• Inclusive Education

Paper-II Part-B: Educational Leadership & Management

• School Administration
• Educational Planning
• Human Resource Management
• Financial Management
• Institutional Development
• Policy Formulation
• Monitoring and Evaluation
• Educational Leadership

How to Apply for TGPSC DEO Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official TGPSC website.
2. Complete One Time Registration (OTR).
3. Login using TGPSC ID and OTP.
4. Fill the online application form carefully.
5. Upload photograph and signature.
6. Pay the application fee online.
7. Review all entered details.
8. Click "Confirm & Submit".
9. Download and save the final PDF application.

Documents Required

• Recent Passport Size Photograph
• Signature
• SSC Certificate (Date of Birth Proof)
• Bachelor's Degree Certificate
• Post Graduate Degree Certificate
• Community Certificate (if applicable)
• EWS Certificate (if applicable)
• Disability Certificate (for PwD candidates)
• NOC (for Government Employees)

Why This Recruitment is Important

Deputy Educational Officer is one of the most prestigious Gazetted positions in the Telangana School Education Department. With only 24 vacancies announced statewide, competition is expected to be intense. The attractive salary package, officer status, career progression opportunities, and role in educational administration make this recruitment highly desirable among education professionals.

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