TGPSC DIET Lecturer Notification 2026 OUT - 86 Lecturers and Senior Lecturer Posts

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The Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC), formerly known as TSPSC, has rolled out a fresh recruitment drive for teaching positions in District Institutes of Education and Training (DIET) under the School Education Department. This TSPSC DIET Lecturer notification - officially Notification No. 04/G/SE/2026, dated 18/06/2026 - opens up 86 posts spread across Senior Lecturer and Lecturer cadres in 19 different subject categories. Online applications open on 24th June 2026 and close on 29th J

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TGPSC DIET Lecturer Notification 2026 OUT - 86 Lecturers and Senior Lecturer Posts – Overview

Selection ProcedureSelection is made purely on the marks secured in the written examination, followed by certificate verification and a medical fitness check. Here's how the qualifying criteria work: In the event SC/ST candidates do not meet the prescribed qualifying marks, they may still be considered based on their relative performance, irrespective of the minimum marks. Securing the qualifying marks does not automatically guarantee selection - final allotment depends on merit rank and post preference (web-options) against available vacancies.
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TGPSC DIET Lecturer Notification 2026: PDF Download Link

Candidates are strongly advised to read the complete official notification before applying, since it contains the full text of every rule, Government Order, and annexure referenced in this article. PDF Download Link : Available on the official TGPSC website (tgpsc.gov.in) under the "Notifications" section - Notification No. 04/G/SE/2026, dated 18/06/2026.

TGPSC DIET Lecturer Salary & Pay Scale

A common question among aspirants tracking this Telangana DIET Lecturer notification is what these posts actually pay once selected. The notification specifies two separate pay bands depending on the cadre. Senior Lecturer, DIET (Post Code 1): Rs. 58,850 – Rs. 1,37,050 per month Lecturer, DIET (Post Codes 2 to 19): Rs. 54,220 – Rs. 1,33,630 per month

TGPSC DIET Lecturer Eligibility & Qualification in Telangana 2026

Educational qualification for this recruitment must be completed and the result formally declared by the university on or before the notification date, i.e., 18/06/2026 - mere appearance in the final exam or pending results will not be accepted. Across almost all 19 post codes, the DIET Lecturer qualification in Telangana follows a similar two-part structure: For posts requiring Urdu or Telugu medium eligibility, candidates must have either passed SSC/Intermediate/Degree in that medium or studied the language as First Language/Part-I/Second Language/subject at the respective level. Allied subjects (such as Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Geoinformatics, etc.) are accepted as per Annexure-I of G.O. Ms. No. 11, School Education (Ser.III) Department, dated 04/03/2023. DSSSB Recruitment 2026 – 1979 Vacancies for TGT, JSA, IT Assistant & Other Posts

post codepost namepg subject required
1 & 2Senior Lecturer / Lecturer (Teacher Education streams)Philosophy, Psychology, Sociology, Telugu, English, Urdu, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, History, Economics, Political Science, Public Administration, Geography, Adult Education, Electronics (or allied subjects) + M.Ed.
3Lecturer in EducationPhilosophy/Psychology/Sociology + M.Ed.
4Lecturer in Education (Urdu Medium)Same as above + Urdu medium eligibility (studied/passed in Urdu medium)
5Lecturer in EnglishPG in English + M.Ed. with English methodology
6Lecturer in TeluguPG in Telugu + M.Ed. with Telugu methodology + Telugu medium eligibility
7Lecturer in UrduPG in Urdu + M.Ed. with Urdu methodology + Urdu medium eligibility
8 & 9Lecturer in Maths (Regular/Urdu Medium)PG in Mathematics (or allied) + M.Ed. with Maths methodology
10 & 11Lecturer in Science (Regular/Urdu Medium)PG in Physics/Chemistry/Botany/Zoology (or allied) + M.Ed. with Physical/Biological Science methodology
12 & 13Lecturer in Social Studies (Regular/Urdu Medium)PG in History/Economics/Political Science/Public Administration/Geography (or allied) + M.Ed. with Social Studies methodology
14Lecturer in PhilosophyPG in Philosophy + M.Ed.
15Lecturer in PsychologyPG in Psychology + M.Ed.
16Lecturer in Planning & StatisticsPG in Mathematics/Statistics/Economics (or allied) + M.Ed.
17Lecturer in Art EducationPG in Fine Arts (Applied Art) OR any PG + separate Degree in Fine Arts
18Lecturer in Educational TechnologyPG in Physics/Electronics (or allied) + M.Ed.
19Lecturer in Physical EducationPG in Physical Education (NCTE-recognised)

TGPSC DIET Lecturer Exam Pattern 2026

The selection is based purely on a written objective-type examination, conducted either in OMR mode or as a Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT), at the Commission's discretion. Both Paper-I and Paper-II (except for language subjects) are conducted bilingually in English and Telugu .

For Post Codes 1 to 18

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150Paper IGeneral Studies & General Abilities150 min150
150Paper II – Part AConcerned Subject-I: Education Theory & Practice150 min75
150Paper II – Part BConcerned Subject-II (Post-specific subject)(combined)75
450Total

For Post Code 19 (Physical Education)

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150Paper IGeneral Studies & General Abilities150 min150
150Paper II – Part APhysical Education Content150 min75
150Paper II – Part BPhysical Education Pedagogy(combined)75
450Total

Exam Centres for TGPSC DIET Lecturer Recruitment

The objective-type examination will be conducted at the following centres, subject to change at the Commission's discretion: Hyderabad (including HMDA Jurisdiction) Karimnagar Khammam Warangal Nizamabad Requests to change the allotted exam centre will not be entertained.

Selection Process & Qualifying Marks

Selection is made purely on the marks secured in the written examination, followed by certificate verification and a medical fitness check. Here's how the qualifying criteria work: In the event SC/ST candidates do not meet the prescribed qualifying marks, they may still be considered based on their relative performance, irrespective of the minimum marks. Securing the qualifying marks does not automatically guarantee selection - final allotment depends on merit rank and post preference (web-options) against available vacancies.

40%OC, Sportspersons, EWS
35%BC
30%SC, ST, PH

Documents Required During TGPSC DIET Lecturer Recruitment

Candidates should keep the following documents ready for upload or verification at various stages of the recruitment process: Recent colour passport-size photograph (within 3 months) and scanned signature Proof of educational qualification (PG degree, M.Ed. degree) SSC/CBSE/ICSE certificate (for Date of Birth proof) Study certificate from 1st to 7th Class (for local status/residence proof) Community certificate (for SC/ST/BC candidates) issued by a Tahsildar or above Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (for BC candidates, Form-VIIB) Income certificate (for EWS candidates) Disability certificate in SADAREM format (for PwD candidates) No Objection Certificate (for already-employed candidates) Declaration of Unemployment (for fee exemption) Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / PAN Card or any other valid photo ID HPPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 369 Posts

Reservation Policy in TGPSC DIET Lecturer Notification

Reservation in this recruitment follows Rule 22 and 22(A) of the Telangana State and Subordinate Service Rules, 1996, along with multiple Government Orders covering SC, ST, BC, EWS, Persons with Disabilities, and Women candidates. A few key points to note: Local Reservation: 95% of posts under both Multi Zone-I and Multi Zone-II are reserved for local candidates as per G.O. Ms. No. 124, GA (SPF-MC) Department, dated 30/08/2018. Candidates availing reservation/age relaxation benefits under SC/ST/BC/EWS/PH categories are also automatically considered for Open Category (OC) vacancies. Sports reservation (2%) applies as per G.O. Ms. No. 74, Youth Advancement, Tourism & Culture (Sports) Department. Candidates from outside Telangana State are not entitled to any reservation benefits.

TGPSC DIET Lecturer Syllabus Highlights

The syllabus for Paper-I is common across all post codes, while Paper-II varies subject-wise. Here's a quick summary of what each paper covers: Paper-I – General Studies & General Abilities covers current affairs, Indian and Telangana history/geography/economy, the Indian Constitution, social exclusion and inclusive policies, Telangana culture and policies, logical reasoning, and basic English. Paper-II, Part A – Education: Theory and Practice (common for Post Codes 1–18) covers philosophical and sociological foundations of education, child psychology and development, pedagogy, curriculum, assessment & evaluation, ICT in education, and basic educational research methods. Paper-II, Part B is subject-specific - for example, English Lecturer candidates are tested on English literature, grammar, and language pedagogy, while Maths Lecturer candidates are tested on algebra, calculus, statistics, and maths pedagogy, and so on for each of the 19 post codes.

Important Dates

Last Date to ApplyLast Date to Submit Online Application

Age Limit

NotesAge is calculated as on 01/07/2026. This is one of the more candidate-friendly aspects of this notification, since the upper age limit has been substantially revised upward. | Minimum Age: 18 years (must not be born after 01/07/2008) Maximum Age: 44 years (must not be born before 02/07/1982) | Important update: As per G.O. Ms. No. 86, General Administration (Ser.A) Department, dated 18/05/2026, the upper age limit for this post was raised from 34 years to 44 years - a 10-year increase - significantly widening the eligible candidate pool. | No candidate is eligible if they have crossed the superannuation age of 61 years, even after availing relaxation.

Important Links

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is TGPSC Notification No. 04/G/SE/2026 about?
It is a general recruitment notification issued by the Telangana Public Service Commission for filling 86 posts of Senior Lecturer in DIET and Lecturer in DIET under the School Education Department, Telangana.
Q: How many total vacancies are there in TGPSC DIET Lecturer Recruitment 2026?
There are 86 total vacancies across 19 post codes, covering subjects like Education, English, Telugu, Urdu, Maths, Science, Social Studies, Psychology, Philosophy, Art Education, Educational Technology, and Physical Education.
Q: What is the last date to apply for TGPSC DIET Lecturer posts?
The online application window closes on 29th July 2026 at 5:00 PM. Applications submitted after this deadline will not be accepted under any circumstances.
Q: What is the age limit for this recruitment?
The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 44 years as on 01/07/2026. The upper limit was raised from 34 to 44 years via G.O. Ms. No. 86 dated 18/05/2026.
Q: What educational qualification is required?
Generally, a Postgraduate degree (55% marks, 50% for SC/ST/BC/PwD) in the relevant subject along with an M.Ed. degree (55%/50% marks) from an NCTE-recognised institution. The Physical Education post requires only a PG in Physical Education.
Q: What is the application fee for this recruitment?
The application processing fee is Rs. 1,000 for OC/BC candidates and Rs. 500 for SC/ST/PwD candidates. An additional examination fee of Rs. 120 applies, except for unemployed candidates who are exempted.
Q: What is the exam pattern for TGPSC DIET Lecturer Recruitment?
The exam consists of Paper-I (General Studies & General Abilities, 150 marks) and Paper-II (Concerned Subject, divided into Part A and Part B, 150 marks each), making a total of 450 marks. It is an objective-type test conducted in OMR or CBRT mode.
Q: Where will the TGPSC DIET Lecturer exam be conducted?
The exam will be held at five centres: Hyderabad (including HMDA jurisdiction), Karimnagar, Khammam, Warangal, and Nizamabad.
Q: What is the salary for Senior Lecturer and Lecturer DIET posts?
Senior Lecturer (Post Code 1) carries a pay scale of Rs. 58,850–1,37,050, while Lecturer posts (Post Codes 2–19) carry a pay scale of Rs. 54,220–1,33,630.
Q: How can I apply online for this recruitment?
You need to first complete One Time Registration (OTR) on tgpsc.gov.in, then log in with your TGPSC ID, fill the application form, pay the fee online, and download the submitted PDF application for future reference.