TSPSC Group 3 Notification 2026-27: Group 3 Jobs List in Telangana, Exam Date, Application Last Date, Age Limit, Salary, Syllabus and Cut Off — tspsc.gov.in

The TSPSC Group 3 Notification 2026 ranks among the most eagerly awaited government recruitment announcements across Telangana State. The Telangana State Public Service Commission conducts the Group 3 recruitment to fill permanent government posts across multiple departments statewide. The previous TSPSC Group 3 notification (No. 29/2022, dated December 30, 2022) recruited candidates for 105 post categories across 1363 vacancies — making it one of the largest government recruitment drives in Telangana. Since the notification has not been released as of June 2026, candidates must bookmark tspsc.gov.in and begin systematic preparation immediately to gain a competitive advantage.

Group 3 Jobs List in Telangana 2026 — Post Categories and Salary

Department-Wise Post Categories

Department	Post Name	Qualification	Monthly Salary
Chief Commissioner of Land Administration (CCLA)	Junior Assistant, Senior Assistant	Degree	Rs 22,460 to Rs 78,910
CID — Criminal Investigation Department	Junior Assistant, Typist	Intermediate or Degree	Rs 22,460 to Rs 67,610
Commissioner of State Tax	Junior Assistant, Senior Assistant	Degree	Rs 22,460 to Rs 78,910
Disaster Response and Fire Services	Junior Assistant	Intermediate	Rs 22,460 to Rs 67,610
Endowment Services	Junior Assistant, Bill Collector	Intermediate	Rs 22,460 to Rs 67,610
Home Department	Junior Assistant, Typist, Junior Steno	Intermediate or Degree	Rs 22,460 to Rs 67,610
Intelligence Department	Junior Assistant	Intermediate	Rs 22,460 to Rs 67,610
Panchayat Raj Department	Junior Assistant, Senior Assistant	Degree	Rs 22,460 to Rs 78,910

Post-Wise Salary and Qualification Summary

Post	Qualification	Pay Scale Per Month
Junior Assistant	Intermediate (10+2)	Rs 22,460 to Rs 67,610
Senior Assistant	Degree — UGC recognised university	Rs 25,940 to Rs 78,910
Bill Collector (Endowments)	Intermediate (10+2)	Rs 22,460 to Rs 67,610
Typist	Intermediate plus Typewriting	Rs 22,460 to Rs 67,610
Junior Steno	Intermediate plus Stenography	Rs 22,460 to Rs 67,610

All Group 3 positions follow Telangana RPS 2015 pay scales. Furthermore, employees receive Dearness Allowance (updated twice yearly), House Rent Allowance, Travel Allowance, Medical Allowance and NPS Pension — significantly increasing total compensation beyond base salary figures.

TSPSC Group 3 Notification 2026 — Event Timeline

Expected Dates Table 2026

Event	Previous Cycle (Reference)	2026 Status
Notification Release	December 30, 2022	⏳ Awaited — check tspsc.gov.in
Group 3 Application Start Date 2026	January 24, 2024	⏳ Announced with notification
Group 3 Application Last Date 2026	February 23, 2024	⏳ Apply immediately — 31 days only
Correction Window Last Date	September 6, 2024	⏳ Awaited
TSPSC Group 3 Hall Ticket 2026	November 2024	⏳ 2 to 3 weeks before exam
TSPSC Group 3 Exam Date 2026	November 17 to 18, 2024	⏳ To be announced at tspsc.gov.in
TSPSC Group 3 Answer Key 2026	Within days of exam	⏳ After exam completion
TSPSC Group 3 Result 2026	Within 2 to 3 months of exam	⏳ After answer key finalization

TSPSC Group 3 Eligibility Criteria 2026

Age Limit and Relaxation — Category-Wise

Category	Age Relaxation	Effective Upper Limit
General / UR	No relaxation	44 Years
SC / ST / BC / EWS	Plus 5 Years	49 Years
Persons with Disabilities (PwD)	Plus 10 Years	54 Years
Telangana State Government Employees	Up to 5 Years (regular service)	Maximum 49 Years
Ex-Servicemen	3 Years plus Actual Service Period	Varies by service period

The age relaxation for BC in Telangana under TSPSC Group 3 provides Backward Class candidates 5 additional years beyond the general upper limit of 44 years — effective upper limit 49 years. Similarly, TSPSC Group 2 age limit for BC follows the same pattern. Since TSPSC Group 3 is accessible to candidates above 30, 32, 33 and even 40 years of age, this is one of the most broadly accessible permanent government employment opportunities in Telangana State.

Educational Qualification — Post-Wise

Post Category	Minimum Qualification	Notes
Junior Assistant and Similar Posts	Intermediate (10+2) from recognised board	Government jobs with Inter qualification — highest vacancy count in Group 3
Senior Assistant and Similar Posts	Degree from UGC-recognised university	Degree-based government jobs Telangana
Typist and Steno Posts	Intermediate plus Typewriting or Stenography	Additional skill certificate required

Telugu language knowledge is mandatory for all posts under TSPSC Group 3 without exception. Furthermore, distance learning certificates are accepted only from UGC, AICTE or Distance Education Bureau recognised institutions. Candidates with only 10th class should check TSPSC Group 4 notification 2026 at tspsc.gov.in for 10th class level government jobs.

TSPSC Group 3 Exam Pattern 2026-27

Paper	Subject	Marks	Duration
Paper I	General Studies and General Abilities	150 Marks	2 Hours 30 Minutes
Paper II	History, Political Science and Society	150 Marks	2 Hours 30 Minutes
Paper III	Economy of Development	150 Marks	2 Hours 30 Minutes
Total	All Three Papers Combined	450 Marks	7 Hours 30 Minutes

• Offline OMR — candidates mark answers using black or blue ball-point pens
• No Negative Marking as per previous pattern — verify from official 2026 notification
• All three papers are compulsory — absence from any single paper means automatic disqualification
• No interview round — selection through written exam and document verification only
• Both Telugu and English mediums available for all three papers

TSPSC Group 3 Syllabus 2026-27 — Paper-Wise Guide

Paper I — General Studies and General Abilities (150 Marks)

Topic Area	Key Sub-Topics
World and Indian Geography	Major regions, rivers, climate, agriculture, minerals, natural resources
Telangana State Geography	Districts, rivers (Krishna, Godavari), irrigation projects, topography
Cultural Heritage and History of India	Ancient, Medieval, Modern history, freedom movement, post-independence developments
Telangana Government Welfare Schemes	Kalyana Lakshmi, Rythu Bandhu, Mission Bhagiratha, KCR Kit, Dalit Bandhu
General Science and Technology	ISRO missions, DRDO, Digital India, scientific developments
Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation	Analytical ability, data tables and charts, series completion, coding-decoding
Regional and International Current Affairs	Telangana government news, G20, UN summits, treaties, international organisations

Paper II — History, Political Science and Society (150 Marks)

Topic Area	Key Sub-Topics
Socio-Cultural Characteristics of Telangana	Caste structure, tribal communities, regional festivals, cultural practices
Social Issues in India and Telangana	Child labour, violence against women, disability, fluorosis, migration, Jogini system
Social Movements in India	Women’s movements, Dalit movements, peasant movements, environmental movements
Welfare Programmes	MGNREGA, rural and urban welfare, poverty alleviation, marginalised community schemes

Paper III — Economy of Development (150 Marks)

Topic Area	Key Sub-Topics
Indian Economy — Issues and Challenges	Post-independence economic development, structural problems, current challenges
Poverty and Unemployment	Measurement methods, poverty line, structural and cyclical unemployment types
Planning and SDGs	Five-Year Plans, NITI Aayog, UN SDGs 2030, India’s progress indicators
Economic Reforms	1991 LPG reforms, liberalisation impacts, social security schemes, NPS pension

TSPSC Group 3 Syllabus in Telugu — తెలుగులో సిలబస్ 2026

Paper	Telugu Name
Paper I	జనరల్ స్టడీస్ మరియు జనరల్ ఎబిలిటీస్
Paper II	చరిత్ర, రాజనీతి శాస్త్రం మరియు సమాజం
Paper III	అభివృద్ధి ఆర్థిక శాస్త్రం

TSPSC Group 3 Application Process 2026

Step-by-Step Guide to Apply at tspsc.gov.in

• Step 1: Visit tspsc.gov.in when the notification is officially released — bookmark the portal today
• Step 2: Complete initial registration with name, date of birth, Aadhaar number and mobile number to generate login credentials
• Step 3: Login and fill the application form accurately with personal, educational, category and post preference details
• Step 4: Upload passport-size photograph and signature in the format specified in the notification PDF
• Step 5: Pay the application fee through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or E-Challan and download the confirmation printout

Application Fee — Category-Wise

Category	Registration Fee	Exam Fee	Total
General / UR	Rs 100	Rs 120	Rs 220
SC / ST / BC / PwD / Ex-Servicemen	Rs 100	Nil — Fully Exempt	Rs 100

TSPSC Group 3 Cut Off Marks 2026 — Expected Category-Wise

Category	Expected Cut Off (Out of 450)	Approx Percentage
General / UR	280 to 320 Marks	62 to 71 percent
OBC / BC	260 to 300 Marks	58 to 67 percent
SC	230 to 270 Marks	51 to 60 percent
ST	210 to 250 Marks	47 to 56 percent
EWS	260 to 300 Marks	58 to 67 percent
PwD	200 to 240 Marks	44 to 53 percent

Official 3rd grade cut off 2026 figures will appear at tspsc.gov.in after written exam results are declared. These estimates are based on previous exam patterns and competition levels. Candidates should target scoring 10 to 15 marks above the expected cut off as a safe margin strategy.

TSPSC Group 1 2 3 4 Comparison and Related Notifications

TSPSC Group 1 2 3 4 Jobs List — Qualification and Salary

Group	Posts Level	Qualification	Monthly Salary
TSPSC Group 1	Gazetted Officers	Degree (any)	Rs 50,000 to Rs 1,30,000
TSPSC Group 2	Non-Gazetted Officers	Degree (specific per post)	Rs 35,000 to Rs 1,00,000
TSPSC Group 3	Junior and Senior Assistants	Intermediate or Degree	Rs 22,460 to Rs 78,910
TSPSC Group 4	Lower Division Clerks	SSC — 10th Class	Rs 16,400 to Rs 49,870

MRO and VRO — Which Group in Telangana?

MRO (Mandal Revenue Officer) posts come under TSPSC Group 2 in Telangana — not Group 3. MROs are Non-Gazetted Officers requiring Degree qualification, recruited through TSPSC Group 2 at tspsc.gov.in. VRO (Village Revenue Officer) posts are recruited through a dedicated VRO notification 2026 Telangana at tspsc.gov.in — not under Group 2 or Group 3. Furthermore, Municipal Commissioner Grade 3 Telangana posts may be covered under separate TSPSC notifications — check tspsc.gov.in for specific municipal department notifications.

TGPSC Group 3 vs TSPSC Group 3 — Clarification

TGPSC Group 3 and TSPSC Group 3 are the same examination by the same official constitutional body. TGPSC is merely an informal alternative term widely used by candidates and coaching centres. The official correct name remains TSPSC. Additionally, TGSPC is a common misspelling of TSPSC. Always verify information exclusively at tspsc.gov.in regardless of the search term used.

TSPSC Endowment Notification 2026 — EO Grade 3 and Bill Collector Posts

The TSPSC Endowment notification 2026 — also referred to as EO notification 2026 — covers Junior Assistant, EO Grade 3 (Executive Officer Grade 3) and Bill Collector positions in the Endowment Services Department. Since these posts may be notified as part of TSPSC Group 3 or as separate Endowment Services notifications, candidates must monitor tspsc.gov.in for both. Furthermore, the TSPSC Endowment notification 2026 PDF download will be available at tspsc.gov.in upon official release.

All TSPSC Notifications 2026 — Group Exams in Telangana Complete Overview

Exam Name	Posts Level	Qualification
TSPSC Group 1 2026	Gazetted Officers	Degree (any)
TSPSC Group 2 2026	Non-Gazetted Officers — includes MRO	Degree (specific)
TSPSC Group 3 2026 — This Page	Junior and Senior Assistants	Intermediate or Degree
TSPSC Group 4 2026	Lower Division Clerks	SSC — 10th Class
TSPSC Endowment Services 2026	EO Grade 3, Bill Collector	Intermediate or Degree
VRO Notification 2026 Telangana	Village Revenue Officer	Intermediate
TSPSC Agriculture Officer 2026	Agriculture Department	BSc Agriculture or related
TSPSC AE 2026	Engineering Departments	Engineering Degree
TSPSC CDPO 2026	Child Development Project Officer	Degree (relevant)
TSPSC Degree Lecturer 2026	Higher Education Department	Postgraduate + NET/SET
TSPSC SET Notification 2026	State Eligibility Test	Postgraduate Degree
TSPSC Constable Notification 2026	Telangana Police	SSC plus physical standards

Telangana Government Jobs 2026 — Qualification-Wise Reference

Qualification	Best Government Jobs	Body
10th Class (SSC)	TSPSC Group 4 (LDC), TS Police Constable	TSPSC, TSSLPRB
Intermediate — Government jobs with Inter qualification	TSPSC Group 3 Junior Assistant, VRO, Forest Beat Officer	TSPSC
Degree (Any)	TSPSC Group 3 Senior Assistant, Group 2, Group 1	TSPSC
BSc Agriculture or Technical Degree	TSPSC Agriculture Officer, AE, Technical posts	TSPSC

TSPSC Group 3 is the primary non-teaching permanent government recruitment in Telangana covering administrative, revenue and clerical roles. Furthermore, all 105 post categories have no gender restriction — making it one of the most broadly accessible permanent employment opportunities for government jobs for women in Telangana.

TSPSC Group 3 Preparation Tips 2026

Strategy for Exam Success

Starting preparation with the official TSPSC syllabus from tspsc.gov.in immediately after notification release anchors the entire study plan. Since Telangana-specific topics — geography, history, culture, welfare schemes — appear heavily across Papers I and II, dedicated daily study time on these areas significantly increases score potential. Furthermore, schemes such as Rythu Bandhu, Kalyana Lakshmi, Mission Bhagiratha and Dalit Bandhu must receive thorough coverage throughout preparation.

Paper-Wise Study Strategy

• Paper I: Read Eenadu and Sakshi newspapers daily for Current Affairs, Telangana Government news and welfare scheme updates — these form significant portions of Paper I
• Paper II: Study Spectrum Modern History, NCERT Social 6 to 10 and Telugu Akademi Telangana books for History and Social Issues
• Paper III: Begin Economy preparation earliest — study Ramesh Singh Indian Economy, NCERT Economics 9 to 12 and Telangana Budget documents systematically
• Practice: Solve at least one previous year TSPSC Group 3 paper per week — full-length mock test series in the final 3 months builds accuracy, speed and section-wise time management

FAQs — TSPSC Group 3 Notification 2026-27

Q1. What is TSPSC Group 3? What does Group 3 mean?

TSPSC Group 3 refers to recruitment for Junior Assistant, Senior Assistant, Bill Collector, Typist and Junior Steno permanent government posts in Telangana State. Group 3 means the third tier of TSPSC recruitment — below Group 1 (Gazetted Officers) and Group 2 (Non-Gazetted Officers) but above Group 4 (10th class level). The previous notification covered 105 post categories across 1363 vacancies in 8 departments statewide.

Q2. Is TSPSC Group 3 notification 2026 released?

As of June 2026, the TSPSC Group 3 notification 2026 has not been officially released. Check tspsc.gov.in directly for real-time status. The notification will appear prominently on tspsc.gov.in homepage upon official release. Contact TSPSC helpdesk at 040-24655555 or helpdesk@tspsc.gov.in for official confirmation. Do not rely on social media or WhatsApp forwards.

Q3. What is the Group 3 jobs list in Telangana?

Group 3 jobs list in Telangana covers 105 post categories including Junior Assistant, Senior Assistant, Bill Collector, Typist and Junior Steno across CCLA, CID, Commissioner of State Tax, Disaster Response and Fire Services, Endowment Services, Home Department, Intelligence Department and Panchayat Raj. Salary ranges from Rs 22,460 to Rs 78,910 per month depending on post.

Q4. When is Group 3 exam 2026 Telangana?

TSPSC Group 3 exam date 2026 will be announced at tspsc.gov.in with the new recruitment notification. The previous exam was November 17 to 18, 2024. Based on historical patterns, the exam typically takes place 8 to 10 months after notification release. Additionally, starting preparation immediately is recommended regardless of the confirmed exam date.

Q5. What is Group 3 age limit in Telangana?

TSPSC Group 3 age limit: Minimum 18 years, Maximum 44 years for General category. Age relaxation for BC in Telangana is 5 additional years — effective upper limit 49 years. SC/ST/EWS also receive 5 years relaxation. PwD candidates get 10 years relaxation with effective upper limit of 54 years. TSPSC calculates age as of the date specified in the official notification.

Q6. What is Group 3 qualification in Telangana?

Group 3 qualification in Telangana: Intermediate (10+2) for Junior Assistant and Bill Collector posts. Degree from a UGC-recognised university for Senior Assistant posts. Intermediate plus Typewriting or Stenography for Typist and Junior Steno posts. Telugu language knowledge is mandatory for all categories. Distance learning certificates accepted only from UGC/AICTE/Distance Education Bureau recognised institutions.

Q7. What is TSPSC Group 3 salary in Telangana?

Junior Assistant pay scale is Rs 22,460 to Rs 67,610 per month. Senior Assistant salary is Rs 25,940 to Rs 78,910 per month. Bill Collector salary in Telangana follows the Junior Assistant pay scale. EO Grade 3 salary in Telangana is Rs 22,460 to Rs 67,610 per month. All posts include DA, HRA, TA, Medical Allowance and NPS Pension as per Telangana RPS 2015 pay revision orders.

Q8. What is Group 3 application last date 2026?

Group 3 application last date 2026 will be announced with the official TSPSC notification at tspsc.gov.in. Based on the previous cycle, the window was only 31 days. TSPSC does not extend the last date under normal circumstances. Consequently, applying on the first or second day of notification release is the safest strategy for all serious candidates.

Q9. What is TSPSC Group 3 syllabus 2026?

TSPSC Group 3 syllabus 2026 covers three papers totalling 450 marks. Paper I (150 marks): General Studies — Geography, Current Affairs, Telangana Society, Science, Logical Reasoning. Paper II (150 marks): History, Political Science and Society — Social Issues, Welfare Programmes, Telangana topics. Paper III (150 marks): Economy of Development — Indian Economy, Poverty, Planning, SDGs, Economic Reforms. TSPSC Group 3 syllabus in Telugu is available in the official notification PDF at tspsc.gov.in.

Q10. Is TGPSC Group 3 different from TSPSC Group 3?

TGPSC Group 3 and TSPSC Group 3 are the same examination conducted by the same official constitutional body. TGPSC is an informal alternative term used by candidates and coaching centres. The official correct name remains TSPSC — Telangana State Public Service Commission. Always verify official information exclusively at tspsc.gov.in.

Q11. MRO comes under which group in Telangana?

MRO (Mandal Revenue Officer) comes under TSPSC Group 2 in Telangana — not Group 3. MROs are Non-Gazetted Officers requiring Degree qualification recruited through TSPSC Group 2 at tspsc.gov.in. VRO posts are recruited through a separate dedicated VRO notification 2026 Telangana at tspsc.gov.in — not under Group 2 or Group 3.

Q12. What are the upcoming TSPSC notifications 2026?

Upcoming TSPSC notifications 2026 include: TSPSC Group 3 (most anticipated — check tspsc.gov.in), TSPSC Group 1, Group 2, Group 4, Endowment notification 2026, VRO notification 2026 Telangana, TSPSC Agriculture Officer 2026, TSPSC AE 2026, TSPSC CDPO 2026, TSPSC Degree Lecturer 2026 PDF, TSPSC SET notification 2026 and TSPSC Constable notification 2026. All official notifications appear exclusively at tspsc.gov.in — bookmark and check daily to avoid missing critical application windows.

Q13. What are Group exams in Telangana 2026?

Group exams in Telangana 2026 conducted by TSPSC include Group 1 (Gazetted Officers — Degree qualification), Group 2 (Non-Gazetted Officers — Degree, includes MRO), Group 3 (Junior and Senior Assistants — Intermediate or Degree) and Group 4 (Lower Division Clerks — 10th class). The TSPSC Calendar 2026 at tspsc.gov.in answers when group exams in Telangana 2026 are scheduled — monitoring tspsc.gov.in daily is the most reliable approach.

Q14. What is the TSPSC Group 3 cut off 2026?

TSPSC Group 3 expected cut off 2026: General 280 to 320 marks out of 450, OBC/BC 260 to 300 marks, SC 230 to 270 marks, ST 210 to 250 marks, EWS 260 to 300 marks and PwD 200 to 240 marks. Official 3rd grade cut off 2026 figures are declared at tspsc.gov.in after written exam results. Candidates should target 10 to 15 marks above expected cut off as a safe score buffer. For free TSPSC Group 3 2026-27 preparation guidance, syllabus analysis and exam strategy counselling, contact Wing Educations today. Also explore: TSPSC Group 1 Notification 2026 | TSPSC Group 2 2026 | TSPSC Group 4 Notification 2026 Telangana | Telangana Government Jobs 2026 | TSPSC Endowment Notification 2026 | VRO Notification 2026 Telangana