TGPSC Seed Certification Officer Recruitment 2026 – 19 Vacancies, from 7 July

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TGPSC Seed Certification Officer Recruitment 2026 has been announced by the Telangana Public Service Commission through Notification No. 03/OG/SD/2026, dated 2 July 2026, inviting online applications for 19 vacancies in the Telangana Seed & Organic Certification Authority. Eligible candidates holding a basic degree in Agriculture along with a postgraduate M.Sc.(Ag.) in Seed Technology, Plant Breeding, Agronomy or Plant Physiology from an ICAR-recognized university can apply online at tgpsc.gov.i

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TGPSC Seed Certification Officer Recruitment 2026 – 19 Vacancies, from 7 July – Overview

Pay Scale / SalarySelected candidates for the post of Seed Certification Officer will draw a pay scale of Rs. 51,320 – Rs. 1,27,310/- per month, as per Telangana State Government pay rules.
Selection ProcedureSelection to the post of Seed Certification Officer is made purely on the basis of marks secured in a single Objective Type written examination, conducted either in OMR-based offline mode or Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) mode. Paper I is bilingual (English and Telugu), while Paper II is in English only. Paper II covers General Agriculture, Agronomy, Plant Breeding, Seed Science & Technology, and Plant Physiology at postgraduate level. OC, Sportspersons & EWS: not less than 40% BCs: not less than 35% SC, ST & PH: not less than 30% Scores from multi-session CBRT exams are normalized using TGPSC's standard normalization formula, and the final merit list is prepared based on normalized marks calculated up to 5 decimal places. The examination will be conducted at Hyderabad (including HMDA jurisdiction), Karimnagar, Khammam, Warangal, and Nizamabad.
Application ModeOnline
Official Websitehttps://www.tgpsc.gov.in/

Eligibility Criteria for TGPSC Seed Certification Officer

The applicant must be a citizen of India. The applicant's character and antecedents must qualify him/her for government service. The applicant must possess the academic and other qualifications prescribed for the post as on the date of notification, i.e., 02/07/2026.

Educational Qualification

Degrees obtained through Open Universities or Distance Education mode must be recognized by the UGC, AICTE, or Distance Education Bureau, as applicable. The result of the qualifying examination must have been officially declared by the university as on the notification date; mere conduct of the exam or pending result processing does not fulfil the qualification requirement.

postqualification required
Seed Certification OfficerBasic Degree in Agriculture with Post Graduation M.Sc.(Ag.) in Seed Technology / Plant Breeding / Agronomy / Plant Physiology from any University recognized by the ICAR

Salary / Pay Scale

Selected candidates for the post of Seed Certification Officer will draw a pay scale of Rs. 51,320 – Rs. 1,27,310/- per month, as per Telangana State Government pay rules.

Selection Process

Selection to the post of Seed Certification Officer is made purely on the basis of marks secured in a single Objective Type written examination, conducted either in OMR-based offline mode or Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) mode. Paper I is bilingual (English and Telugu), while Paper II is in English only. Paper II covers General Agriculture, Agronomy, Plant Breeding, Seed Science & Technology, and Plant Physiology at postgraduate level. OC, Sportspersons & EWS: not less than 40% BCs: not less than 35% SC, ST & PH: not less than 30% Scores from multi-session CBRT exams are normalized using TGPSC's standard normalization formula, and the final merit list is prepared based on normalized marks calculated up to 5 decimal places. The examination will be conducted at Hyderabad (including HMDA jurisdiction), Karimnagar, Khammam, Warangal, and Nizamabad.

papersubjectdurationmaximum marksno of questions
Paper IGeneral Studies and General Abilities150 minutes150150
Paper IISubject Concerned (Common Syllabus, PG Level)150 minutes150150
Total300

Required Documents

PDF Application Form Hall Ticket Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / Passport / Driving License / Service ID / PAN Card Proof of Educational Qualifications SSC / CBSE / ICSE certificate (for Date of Birth) School Study Certificate (1st to 7th Class) Certificate of Residence, if applicable Declaration by the Unemployed (for exam fee exemption) No Objection Certificate from employer, if employed Service Certificate, if claiming employee age relaxation Sports certificate, if claiming sports reservation Ex-servicemen certificate, if applicable Community Certificate for SC/ST/BC candidates Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (Form-VIIB) for BC candidates Income Certificate for EWS candidates Disability Certificate in SADAREM format, for PwD candidates

Important Instructions

Applicants must ensure eligibility before filling the online application; the Commission is not responsible for errors made by applicants. Incomplete or incorrect applications will be rejected without further correspondence. Any changes made to OTR details after submitting the application will not be considered for this notification. Electronic gadgets, mobile phones, calculators, smartwatches, Bluetooth devices, and similar items are strictly banned inside the examination hall. Furnishing false information or suppressing material facts can lead to debarment from future TGPSC examinations and rejection of candidature at any stage. There is no waiting list; unfilled vacancies will be carried forward to the next recruitment as per applicable government orders. Candidates should regularly check the official TGPSC website for updates, as no individual communication will be sent.

Important Dates

Last Date to ApplyLast Date to Submit Online Application

Age Limit

NotesAge is reckoned as on 01/07/2026. | As per G.O.Ms.No.86, G.A.(Ser.A) Department, dated 18/05/2026, the upper age limit has been raised by 10 years, i.e., from 34 to 44 years, for this post. | SC / ST / BC / EWS candidates: 5 years relaxation Physically Handicapped (PH) candidates: 10 years relaxation Telangana State Government Employees: Up to 5 years, based on length of regular service Ex-Servicemen: 3 years plus length of service in armed forces NCC Instructors: 3 years plus length of NCC service | No candidate is eligible if he/she is below 18 years or has crossed the superannuation age of 61 years, even after availing applicable age relaxations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How many vacancies are there in TGPSC Seed Certification Officer Recruitment 2026?
A total of 19 vacancies have been notified for the post of Seed Certification Officer under the Telangana Seed & Organic Certification Authority.
Q: What is the last date to apply for TGPSC Seed Certification Officer 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 12 August 2026, up to 5:00 PM.
Q: What is the educational qualification required for this post?
Candidates must hold a Basic Degree in Agriculture along with a Post Graduation M.Sc.(Ag.) in Seed Technology, Plant Breeding, Agronomy, or Plant Physiology from an ICAR-recognized university.
Q: What is the age limit for TGPSC Seed Certification Officer post?
The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 44 years, as on 01/07/2026, with additional relaxation applicable for reserved categories as per government orders.
Q: What is the pay scale for the Seed Certification Officer post?
The pay scale is Rs. 51,320 to Rs. 1,27,310 per month.
Q: When is the TGPSC Seed Certification Officer exam expected to be held?
The examination is tentatively scheduled for October 2026. The exact date will be announced separately on the official website.
Q: What is the application fee for TGPSC Seed Certification Officer Recruitment?
The application processing fee is Rs. 1,000 for OC/BC and Rs. 500 for SC/ST/PwD candidates. An examination fee of Rs. 80 applies, except for unemployed applicants who are exempted.
Q: What is the selection process for TGPSC Seed Certification Officer?
Selection is based on a single Objective Type written examination consisting of Paper I (General Studies and General Abilities) and Paper II (Subject Concerned), each carrying 150 marks, for a total of 300 marks.
Q: Is there a document verification stage for this recruitment?
Yes, the Commission reserves the right to verify original documents submitted during OTR or online application at any stage of the recruitment process.
Q: How can I apply for TGPSC Seed Certification Officer Recruitment 2026?
Applicants must apply online through the official TGPSC website, tgpsc.gov.in, after completing One Time Registration (OTR), if not already registered.