🏛️ What is TSPSC?
The Telangana State Public Service Commission (TSPSC) recruits officers for the Government of Telangana — from Group 1 (state IAS equivalent) to Group 4 and AEE posts.
6+
Exams per Year
~3,000
Vacancies/Year
Telugu
Medium Available
₹1.2L+
Group 1 Max Pay
🏛️ Why TSPSC for Telangana Students
- Telugu medium available for all major exams — write in your mother tongue
- Telangana-specific syllabus — Telangana history, culture, economy, movement (40% of paper)
- Home district posting — Hyderabad, Warangal, Karimnagar, Nizamabad postings
- New state = growing bureaucracy = more vacancies year after year
- TSPSC age limit up to 44 years (OBC: 47, SC/ST: 49) — very generous
- Read Eenadu / Namaste Telangana daily for Telangana current affairs
⚡ TSPSC vs APPSC — Key Differences
| Feature | TSPSC | APPSC |
|---|---|---|
| State | Telangana | Andhra Pradesh |
| Age Limit | Up to 44 yrs | Up to 42 yrs |
| Group 1 Vacancies | ~50/yr | ~100/yr |
| State Focus | Telangana history/culture | AP history/culture |
| Language | Telugu (+ Urdu option) | Telugu |
| AEE Available | Yes — Civil/Mech/EEE | Yes — Civil/Mech/EEE |
📋 All TSPSC Exams — Complete List
All major TSPSC exams with posts, salary, qualification and age limit.
| Exam | Key Posts | Qualification | Age | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group 1 | Deputy Collector, DSP, AEE, District Supply Officer, Commercial Tax Officer | Any Degree | 18–44 | ₹60K–₹1.2L |
| Group 2 | Sub Registrar, MPDO, Extension Officer, Mandal Revenue Inspector | Any Degree | 18–44 | ₹38K–₹80K |
| Group 4 | Junior Assistant, Typist, Junior Accountant, Bill Collector | 10th / 12th | 18–44 | ₹19K–₹40K |
| AEE | Asst. Executive Engineer — Civil, Mechanical, EEE, ECE | BTech/BE | 18–44 | ₹52K–₹1.1L |
| Junior Lecturer | JL in Govt Junior Colleges — all subjects | PG in Subject | 18–44 | ₹35K–₹75K |
| Forest Beat Officer | Forest Beat Officer, Section Officer in TS Forest Dept | 12th / Degree | 18–28 | ₹19K–₹52K |
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Age Relaxation — TSPSC is generous
OBC: 18–47 years | SC/ST: 18–49 years | PwD: +10 years on top. This means a 47-year-old OBC candidate can still attempt TSPSC Group 1!
📝 TSPSC Group 1 — Exam Structure
TSPSC Group 1 has 3 stages — Prelims (screening), Mains (merit), and Oral Test (interview).
Stage 1: Preliminary Exam
- General Studies — National level topics
- Telangana History, Culture & Geography (heavy weightage)
- Telangana Economy & Governance
- Current Affairs — TS + National
- Prelims marks NOT counted in final merit
Stage 2: Main Examination
- Paper 1: Essay & Translation (Telugu/Urdu/English)
- Paper 2: Telangana History, Culture & Geography
- Paper 3: Indian Polity & Law
- Paper 4: Economy & Development — Telangana Focus
- Paper 5: Science & Technology, Environment
- Paper 6: Data Analysis & Problem Solving
Stage 3: Oral Test
- Questions on Telangana current affairs
- District-specific knowledge tested
- Telugu communication assessed
- Posting preference submitted post-interview
📚 TSPSC Syllabus Breakdown
Key topics for Group 1 Prelims, Mains, Group 2 and Group 4 exams.
📋 Group 1 Prelims Topics
Telangana History — Kakatiyas to Statehood
Telangana Geography — Rivers, Districts, Forests
Telangana Economy — IT Hub, Industries
Telangana Movement & Formation
Mission Bhagiratha, Kaleshwaram Project
Indian Polity & Constitution
Current Affairs — TS + National
General Science (Class 10 level)
Mental Ability & Reasoning
📝 Group 4 Topics (Simplified)
General Studies — TS Focus
Telangana Current Affairs
Arithmetic & Basic Maths
Reasoning & Mental Ability
Telugu Language (Grammar)
Computer Knowledge Basics
TS Government Schemes
Environmental Studies
📖 Best Books & Free Resources
Reference books and free study materials specifically for TSPSC preparation.
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Telangana History — V. Ramakrishna Reddy / TSSCERT
State-published Telangana history books — covers Kakatiyas, Nizam era, Telangana Movement. Available in Telugu and English.
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Indian Polity — M. Laxmikanth
Gold standard for all PSC exams — Constitution, governance, amendments fully covered.
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Telangana Economy — Budget + YoY Reports
Annual TS Budget speech, Economic Survey of Telangana — must read for Paper 4.
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Eenadu / Namaste Telangana (Daily)
Daily TS current affairs, government scheme notifications, cabinet decisions. Read the editorial page daily.
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TSPSC Official Website (tspsc.gov.in)
Previous year papers, official syllabus, notifications. Check weekly for new exam announcements.
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T-SAT Nipuna (YouTube — Free)
Telangana government's free education channel — TSPSC lectures in Telugu for all subjects.
🗓️ 6-Month TSPSC Group 1 Strategy
Month-by-month roadmap for Telangana students to crack Group 1 Prelims and Mains.
Month 1–2
NCERT + Telangana History Foundation
Complete NCERTs 6–12 for History, Geography, Polity, Economy basics. Simultaneously cover Telangana History: Kakatiyas → Qutb Shahi → Nizam → Hyderabad State → Telangana Movement → Formation 2014. This is 20-25% of Prelims.
Month 3
TS Economy + Irrigation Projects + Schemes
Study TS Economy: IT exports, agriculture, Kaleshwaram project, Mission Bhagiratha. Government schemes: Rythu Bandhu, KCR Kit, Double Bedroom Housing. These questions repeat every exam.
Month 4
Indian Polity + National Economy
Laxmikanth — complete reading with notes. Focus on Panchayat Raj, Urban Local Bodies (important for TS context). Ramesh Singh Economy — Units 1-6. Link to TS government's implementation.
Month 5
Mains Answer Writing Practice
Write 3 answers daily in Telugu or English. Read Eenadu editorial, write one-page summary. Practice Paper 2 (TS History) most — it has the highest scoring potential for local students.
Month 6
Current Affairs + Prelims Mocks + Revision
Last 6 months TS current affairs capsule revision. 1 full Prelims mock every 3 days. Target 100+/150. Analyse previous year TSPSC papers — topic patterns repeat every 3-4 years.
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Telangana Student's Biggest Advantage
The Telangana Movement, Kakatiya dynasty, Nizam era, and TS irrigation projects (Kaleshwaram, Mission Bhagiratha, Palamuru-Rangareddy LIS) appear in EVERY TSPSC exam. A student who deeply knows these topics from their own lived experience and regional awareness beats any outsider. Your roots are your strength — study what you already know deeply.
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