Every cycle of news + important dates we've captured for TSPSC Group I Services Prelims, oldest cycles at the bottom. Live information is on the main exam page; this archive preserves what each previous cycle officially announced.
The commission will make admit cards available on the official website approximately 10 to 15 days prior to both Prelims and Mains examinations. Candidates must download and carry the hall ticket along with valid photo ID to the exam centre.
Archived 23 Aug 2026
The online application process will be conducted through the official TSPSC website requiring One Time Registration. Candidates must complete OTR, fill personal and educational details, upload documents, and pay the application fee online.
Archived 23 Aug 2026
The application link for TSPSC Group 1 2026 will be activated on the official TGPSC website. Candidates are advised to complete One Time Registration (OTR) and keep all documents ready before the application window opens.
Archived 26 Jul 2026
The selection process for TSPSC Group 1 2026 includes Prelims, Mains, and Document Verification. The Prelims exam is qualifying in nature with 150 objective-type questions carrying 1 mark each and no negative marking.
Archived 26 Jul 2026
Following the completion of the previous recruitment process for 563 posts, TGPSC has reportedly begun preliminary steps for the 2026 recruitment cycle. The commission has collected details of vacant Group 1 cadre posts from various government departments across the state.
Archived 26 Jul 2026
The commission initiated the pre-notification phase in May 2026 by collecting vacancy data from state departments, indicating a new recruitment cycle is in preparation following the completion of the previous 563-post cycle.
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Telangana State Public Service Commission has officially announced 563 vacancies for Group-1 Services including Deputy Collector, Deputy Superintendent of Police, and Commercial Tax Officer posts. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree from any recognized university are eligible to apply.
Archived 23 Aug 2026
TSPSC will make Group 1 admit cards available at least 10-15 days before the scheduled Prelims or Mains exam dates. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official TSPSC portal using their registration credentials.
Archived 17 Aug 2026
The TSPSC Group 1 Prelims consists of a single paper with 150 multiple-choice questions on General Studies and Mental Ability, each carrying one mark. The screening exam will be held for 2 hours and 30 minutes, with qualified candidates proceeding to the Mains stage comprising 6 descriptive papers.
Archived 17 Aug 2026
Telangana State Public Service Commission officially released the Group-1 notification for 563 vacancies across top-tier posts including Deputy Collector, Deputy Superintendent of Police, and Commercial Tax Officer. The recruitment follows the standard two-stage selection process of Prelims and Mains examinations.
Archived 17 Aug 2026
As of May 2026, the commission has initiated the pre-notification phase by collecting vacancy details from various state government departments. This signals preparation for the upcoming Group 1 recruitment cycle, with the previous cycle having successfully selected officers for 563 posts.
Archived 17 Aug 2026
The Telangana State Public Service Commission has officially released the Group 1 Notification 2026 for vacancies across top administrative posts including Deputy Collector, DSP, and Commercial Tax Officer. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree from a recognized Indian university to be eligible.
Archived 26 Jul 2026
The Telangana State Public Service Commission is anticipated to release the official notification for Group I Services recruitment in the upcoming recruitment cycle. Candidates are advised to monitor the official TSPSC website regularly for the notification release and detailed vacancy announcement.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
TSPSC has issued updated instructions regarding the Preliminary examination pattern for Group I Services. The exam will continue to follow a two-paper format with objective-type questions covering General Studies and Aptitude. Candidates should review the latest syllabus and exam scheme on the official portal.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
TSPSC has completed the evaluation process for the previous recruitment cycle's Main examination. Qualified candidates have been informed about document verification schedules. The commission typically initiates a fresh recruitment cycle following completion of the preceding one.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
The commission has published detailed guidelines on age relaxation for reserved categories and ex-servicemen for upcoming Group I recruitment. Candidates from SC/ST/BC categories should verify their eligibility under the updated norms before applying.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
📍Mains Examination
Thu, 18 Feb, 2027Descriptive papers: 6 papers + English qualifying test
Archived 23 Aug 2026
📍Mains examination (expected)
Fri, 22 Jan, 20276 descriptive papers + English qualifying paper over multiple days
Archived 17 Aug 2026
📍Mains exam period (expected)
Thu, 21 Jan, 20276 descriptive papers + 1 qualifying English paper conducted over 7 days
Archived 26 Jul 2026
Prelims result announcement
Mon, 4 Jan, 2027Shortlisting for Mains exam
Archived 23 Aug 2026
📍Preliminary Examination
Sat, 5 Dec, 2026Objective-type paper: 150 MCQs, 2.5 hours duration
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Prelims result declaration
Mon, 23 Nov, 2026Shortlisted candidates (approx. 15-20x vacancies) qualify for Mains
Archived 17 Aug 2026
Prelims result announcement (expected)
Sun, 22 Nov, 2026Results published on TGPSC official website
Archived 26 Jul 2026
Prelims admit card release
Fri, 20 Nov, 2026Hall ticket available 10-15 days before Prelims exam
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Main examination schedule announcement
Fri, 23 Oct, 2026Mains conducted approximately 2-3 months after Prelims results
Archived 5 Jul 2026
📍Prelims exam date (expected)
Tue, 13 Oct, 2026Single paper with 150 MCQs on General Studies & Mental Ability, 2.5 hours duration
Archived 26 Jul 2026
Application correction window
Thu, 8 Oct, 2026Edit window available for 3-5 days after application closure
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Last date to apply online
Wed, 30 Sept, 2026Application window typically remains open for 3-4 weeks
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Admit card release (expected)
Mon, 28 Sept, 2026Admit cards typically released 10-15 days before Prelims exam
Archived 26 Jul 2026
📍Prelims examination date
Thu, 24 Sept, 2026Single paper: 150 MCQs, 2.5 hours, General Studies & Mental Ability
Archived 17 Aug 2026
Preliminary examination results
Wed, 23 Sept, 2026Qualified candidates shortlisted for Main examination
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Prelims admit card release
Wed, 9 Sept, 2026Hall tickets available 10-15 days before exam
Archived 17 Aug 2026
Application portal opens
Mon, 31 Aug, 2026Online registration begins on TSPSC official website
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Prelims answer key release
Thu, 27 Aug, 2026Provisional answer keys released for candidate objections
Archived 5 Jul 2026
📍Group I Preliminary examination (Paper I & II)
Mon, 24 Aug, 2026Both papers conducted on same day in multiple sessions
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Application deadline (expected)
Wed, 19 Aug, 2026Application window typically remains open for 3-4 weeks
Archived 26 Jul 2026
Application correction window
Mon, 17 Aug, 20263-4 day window to edit submitted application details
Archived 17 Aug 2026
Preliminary examination hall ticket release
Fri, 14 Aug, 2026Admit cards typically available 7-10 days before exam
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Application deadline
Mon, 10 Aug, 2026Last date to submit online application form
Archived 17 Aug 2026
Application window opens (expected)
Sun, 19 Jul, 2026Apply online at websitenew.tgpsc.gov.in with One Time Registration
Archived 26 Jul 2026
Last date for online applications
Sun, 5 Jul, 2026Usually 3-4 weeks application window provided
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Application portal opens
Thu, 11 Jun, 2026Online registration window opens following notification
Archived 17 Aug 2026
Application portal opening (tentative)
Fri, 5 Jun, 2026Online registration typically begins within days of notification
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Official notification release expected
Tue, 2 Jun, 2026Anticipated timeframe based on typical TSPSC recruitment calendar
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Notification release (expected)
Wed, 27 May, 2026Official notification typically released 3-4 months before Prelims
Archived 17 Aug 2026
Official notification released
Mon, 11 May, 2026Notification PDF published on TGPSC official website
Archived 26 Jul 2026
Notification release (expected)
Mon, 11 May, 2026Official notification published for 563 Group-1 vacancies
Archived 23 Aug 2026
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