Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) has officially announced the Deputy Educational Officers / Gazetted Head Master Grade-I Recruitment 2026 with 24 openings. The detailed notification was published on 05/06/2026 at https://www.tgpsc.gov.in. Candidates who meet the age criteria as per TGPSC norms and hold qualifications such as Bachelor’s Degree with subjects eligible for B.Ed. admission and a Post Graduate Degree with not less than 55% marks from a UGC-recognised University can now submit their online applications from 12/06/2026 to 19/07/2026 up to 5:00 PM. Direct links to download the notification and apply online are shared below.
Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) Deputy Educational Officers / Gazetted Head Master Grade-I Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) has invited Online Recruitment Applications for Deputy Educational Officers / Gazetted Head Master Grade-I posts in the School Education Department, Government of Telangana, under Notification No. 03/G/SE/2026. A total of 24 vacancies have been notified across Multi Zone-I and Multi Zone-II, and candidates can apply online through the TGPSC website from 12/06/2026 to 19/07/2026 up to 5:00 PM.
TGPSC DEO / Gazetted Head Master Grade-I Recruitment 2026 Overview
Great opportunity for post-graduate candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree to join the School Education Department as Deputy Educational Officers / Gazetted Head Master Grade-I under TGPSC Notification No. 03/G/SE/2026. Apply online for 24 Group A posts from 12/06/2026 to 19/07/2026.
| Organization Name | Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC), Hyderabad |
| Notification No. | 03/G/SE/2026, Dated: 05/06/2026 |
| Post Name | Deputy Educational Officers / Gazetted Head Master Grade-I |
| Department | School Education Department, Government of Telangana |
| Total Vacancies | 24 Posts |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 58,850 - 1,37,050/- (Pay Matrix Level 10 & 14) |
| Job Type | Permanent, Gazetted, Multi-Zonal Post |
| Application Mode | Online only - at https://www.tgpsc.gov.in |
| Selection Mode | Written Examination (Objective Type) - CBRT / OMR Based |
| Opening of Online Application | 12/06/2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 19/07/2026 up to 5:00 PM |
| Official Website | https://www.tgpsc.gov.in |
TGPSC DEO / Gazetted Head Master Grade-I Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Notification | 05/06/2026 |
| Opening of Online Recruitment Application | 12/06/2026 |
| Last Date for Online Recruitment Application | 19/07/2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Date for Determining Eligibility | 05/06/2026 (Date of Notification) |
| Downloading of Hall Tickets | 7 days prior to Examination date up to 5:00 PM on previous day of Examination |
| Tentative Examination Date | October 2026 (Exact schedule to be notified separately) |
TGPSC DEO / Gazetted Head Master Grade-I Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
A total of 24 vacancies have been notified for Deputy Educational Officers / Gazetted Head Master Grade-I posts in the School Education Department across Multi Zone-I and Multi Zone-II. Reservation is available category-wise, and PH reservation is horizontal within the notified vacancies wherever applicable.
| Zone | Post Name | Department | Total | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multi Zone-I (MZ-I) | Deputy Educational Officers / Gazetted Head Master Grade-I | School Education Department, Government of Telangana | 10 Posts | Rs. 58,850 - 1,37,050/- |
| Multi Zone-II (MZ-II) | Deputy Educational Officers / Gazetted Head Master Grade-I | School Education Department, Government of Telangana | 14 Posts | Rs. 58,850 - 1,37,050/- |
Category-wise Vacancy Breakup (Combined MZ-I & MZ-II)
| Category | MZ-I (UR) | MZ-I (L) | MZ-II (UR) | MZ-II (L) | Grand Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OC | 01 | 02 | 01 | 05 | 09 |
| EWS | - | 01 | - | 01 | 02 |
| BC-A | - | 01 | - | 01 | 02 |
| BC-B | - | 01 | - | 01 | 02 |
| BC-C | - | - | - | 01 | 01 |
| SC (Group I) | - | 01 | - | 01 | 02 |
| SC (Group II) | - | 01 | - | 01 | 02 |
| ST | - | 01 | - | 01 | 02 |
| PH - VH (Horizontal) | - | 01 | - | 01 | 02 |
| Total | 01 | 09 | 01 | 13 | 24 |
Abbreviations: OC - Open Competition, EWS - Economically Weaker Sections, BC - Backward Classes, SC - Scheduled Castes, ST - Scheduled Tribes, PH - Physically Handicapped, VH - Visually Handicapped, UR - Unreserved, L - Local.
Post-wise Essential Qualifications Summary
| Post | Essential Qualification | Essential Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Educational Officers / Gazetted Head Master Grade-I | Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree from any UGC-recognised University with subjects eligible for admission into B.Ed. Course; AND a Post Graduate Degree with not less than 55% marks from any UGC-recognised University (50% for SC/ST/BC/Differently Abled candidates) | Nil |
TGPSC DEO / Gazetted Head Master Grade-I Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy all eligibility conditions as on the date of Notification i.e., 05/06/2026. The result of requisite educational qualification must have been declared by the concerned University as on the date of notification. Mere possession of the minimum educational qualification does not guarantee selection.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Citizenship | Candidate must be a citizen of India as per TGPSC recruitment rules. |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree (UGC-recognised) + Post Graduate Degree with 55% marks (50% for reserved categories) from a UGC-recognised University. |
| Distance Education | Degrees obtained through Open/Distance Education mode must be recognised by UGC / AICTE / Distance Education Bureau. Unrecognised degrees will not be accepted. |
| Experience | No essential experience is specified for this post. |
| OBC / BC Status | Only BC Non-Creamy Layer candidates are eligible for reservation benefits. BC-E reservation subject to court orders. |
| PH Eligibility | PH (VH) candidates with disability not less than 40% are eligible as per reservation conditions. Disability certificate in SADAREM format from competent medical authority required. |
| Local Candidature | 95% local reservation is applicable for both Multi Zone-I and Multi Zone-II posts as per G.O.Ms.No.124, dated 30/08/2018. |
| Government Employees | Candidates in government service must inform their Head of Office/Department in writing and submit a No Objection Certificate when required by TGPSC. |
TGPSC DEO / Gazetted Head Master Grade-I Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
The age is reckoned as on 01/07/2026 as per Rule 12(1)(a)(v) of Telangana State and Subordinate Service Rules 1996. The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 44 years (upper age limit raised by 10 years as per G.O.Ms.No.86, G.A.(Ser.A) Dept., Dt. 18/05/2026). Age relaxations are applicable for reserved category candidates.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / BC & EWS | 5 years relaxation |
| Physically Handicapped Persons | 10 years relaxation |
| Telangana State Government Employees | Up to 5 years based on length of regular service |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years + length of service rendered in armed forces |
| NCC Instructors | 3 years + length of service rendered in NCC |
TGPSC DEO / Gazetted Head Master Grade-I Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
The application fee includes both Application Processing Fee and Examination Fee, to be paid online only and is non-refundable. Unless full payment of both fees is made, the candidature will not be considered.
| Fee Type | Category | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Application Processing Fee | OC & BC candidates | Rs. 1,000/- |
| Application Processing Fee | SC, ST & PwD candidates | Rs. 500/- |
| Examination Fee | All employed candidates (Central / State / PSU / Corporations) | Rs. 120/- |
| Examination Fee | All unemployed candidates | NIL (Exempted) |
TGPSC DEO / Gazetted Head Master Grade-I Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Selection will be made through a Written Examination (Objective Type) conducted either in OMR-based Offline mode or Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) mode. The mode of examination will be notified through web note / press note and also on the Hall Ticket.
Stage 1 - Written Examination (Objective Type)
The examination consists of two papers totalling 450 marks. Paper-I covers General Studies and General Abilities (150 questions, 150 marks, 150 minutes). Paper-II covers Basic Foundations of Education (Part A: 75 marks) and Educational Leadership, Administration and Management (Part B: 75 marks), totalling 150 marks in 150 minutes. The examination is bilingual (English and Telugu). Qualifying marks: OC/Sports/EWS - 40%, BC - 35%, SC/ST/PH - 30%.
Stage 2 - Normalization (for Multi-Session CBRT)
If the examination is conducted in multiple sessions, TGPSC will normalize scores using the Commission’s adopted formula to account for variation in question papers. Results will be announced on percentile basis after normalization. Normalized marks only will be used for General Ranking List (GRL) preparation.
Stage 3 - Document Verification & Medical Examination
Selected candidates must undergo document verification and be found medically fit as per the prescribed medical examination. Appointment is subject to sound health, active habits, and satisfactory character and conduct.
Who should NOT apply for TGPSC DEO / Gazetted Head Master Grade-I Recruitment 2026?
- Candidates who do not possess both a Bachelor’s Degree (with B.Ed.-eligible subjects) AND a Post Graduate Degree with the required minimum percentage of marks.
- Candidates whose qualifying examination result was not declared by the concerned University as on 05/06/2026.
- Candidates expecting reservation benefits without valid category certificates in the prescribed format issued by Telangana Revenue Authorities not below the rank of Tahsildar.
- BC candidates belonging to the Creamy Layer.
- Candidates from other states claiming reservation benefits - out-of-state candidates are not entitled to any reservation under Telangana rules.
- Candidates who have obtained degrees through Open/Distance Education mode that are not recognised by UGC / AICTE / Distance Education Bureau.
- Candidates who cannot satisfy the local candidature requirement applicable to Multi Zone-I or Multi Zone-II posts.
Common mistakes / What to check before applying TGPSC DEO / Gazetted Head Master Grade-I Recruitment 2026?
- Not registering OTR (One Time Registration) before attempting to apply - OTR registration is mandatory to access the application form.
- Confusing OTR registration as an application submission - OTR alone is NOT an application for any post under any circumstances.
- Not updating PH / disability status in OTR, which will result in non-consideration for PH vacancies.
- Uploading a photograph older than 3 months before the last date of application (file size must be 100kb-200kb in JPG/PNG format).
- Not mentioning unemployed status when claiming exemption from examination fee.
- Entering incorrect email ID or mobile number - all TGPSC communications, including OTP, are sent to the registered contact details.
- Not clicking CONFIRM & SUBMIT button after filling the application - application particulars will not be saved without this final step.
- Waiting until the last date to apply - technical issues near the deadline cannot be accommodated.
How to Apply for TGPSC DEO / Gazetted Head Master Grade-I Recruitment 2026
Candidates must apply online only through the TGPSC website at https://www.tgpsc.gov.in. The application process includes OTR Registration, login using TGPSC ID and Date of Birth with OTP, filling the online application form, online fee payment, and downloading the PDF application form.
Documents to be Uploaded at the time of Online Application:
- Recent colour passport-size photograph (not older than 3 months, 100kb-200kb, JPG/PNG).
- Scanned specimen signature (20kb-30kb, JPG/PNG).
- SSC / CBSE / ICSE certificate as proof of date of birth.
- School Study Certificate (1st to 7th Class) or Residence Certificate for local candidature.
- Degree certificate / marksheets for Bachelor’s and Post Graduate educational qualification proof.
- Community Certificate for BC / SC / ST candidates (issued in the name of applicant with Father’s/Mother’s name), obtained from Revenue Authority not below rank of Tahsildar under Telangana Government.
- Non-Creamy Layer Certificate for BC candidates (Form VIIB) from Revenue Authority not below the rank of Tahsildar/RDO.
- Latest Income Certificate for EWS reservation, obtained from Revenue Authority not below the rank of Tahsildar.
- Disability certificate in SADAREM format from competent medical authority, if applicable.
- Declaration by the Unemployed, if claiming exemption from examination fee.
- No Objection Certificate from employer, if applicable.
- Sports certificate, if claiming sports reservation.
Applicants should retain the printout of the finally submitted PDF application form for future reference. No hard copy is required to be sent to TGPSC by post.
Apply Online at: https://www.tgpsc.gov.in
For technical issues related to online application and Hall Ticket downloading, contact: 040-23120301 / 040-23120302 / 040-22445566 / 040-67445566 (10:30 AM to 5:00 PM on working days) or email [email protected].
Important Instructions for TGPSC DEO / Gazetted Head Master Grade-I Recruitment 2026 Candidates
- Online applications are open from 12/06/2026 to 19/07/2026 up to 5:00 PM.
- The Commission reserves the right to conduct the examination in OMR-based Offline mode or CBRT mode; mode will be notified on Hall Ticket.
- All eligibility conditions will be determined as on 05/06/2026 (date of notification).
- Candidates must regularly visit the TGPSC website for updates - no individual correspondence will be sent under any circumstances.
- Incorrect or false information in the application may lead to debarment from all future TGPSC examinations.
- After publication of results, candidates can obtain their Memorandum of Marks online on payment of Rs. 200/- within 30 days. Revaluation will not be undertaken.
- Electronic gadgets including mobile phones, tablets, smartwatches, and Bluetooth devices are strictly banned at the examination venue.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
- The applicant must be willing to serve anywhere in Telangana State.
