TGPSC DIET Lecturer Recruitment 2026: 86 Posts Apply Online
The Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) has announced recruitment for 86 Senior Lecturer and Lecturer posts in District Institutes of Education and Training (DIET).
Eligible candidates with a postgraduate degree and B.Ed./M.Ed. can apply online from June 24, 2026, to July 29, 2026.
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TGPSC DIET Lecturer Recruitment 2026 Notification Out
The Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) has announced a significant recruitment drive for teaching positions within the District Institutes of Education and Training (DIET) under the School Education Department.
This notification, No. 04/G/SE/2026, released on June 18, 2026, aims to fill 86 vacancies for Senior Lecturer and Lecturer roles across 19 diverse subject categories. Online applications will commence on June 24, 2026, and conclude on July 29, 2026, at 5:00 PM. The written examination is tentatively scheduled for November 2026.
This is an excellent opportunity for candidates holding a postgraduate degree along with a B.Ed./M.Ed. qualification, seeking a stable government teaching career in Telangana.
Below is a detailed breakdown of the recruitment process, including vacancies, eligibility criteria, age limits, application fees, exam patterns, and the step-by-step application procedure.
TGPSC DIET Lecturer Recruitment 2026: Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) |
| Notification Number | 04/G/SE/2026 |
| Notification Date | 18/06/2026 |
| Post Names | Senior Lecturer in DIET & Lecturer in DIET |
| Department | School Education Department, Telangana |
| Total Vacancies | 86 |
| Mode of Application | Online only |
| Application Start Date | 24/06/2026 |
| Application Closing Date | 29/07/2026, 5:00 PM |
| Exam Mode | OMR-based Offline or Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) |
| Tentative Exam Month | November 2026 |
| Official Website | tgpsc.gov.in |
Important Dates for TGPSC DIET Lecturer Notification
| Event | Date / Timeline |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 18/06/2026 |
| Start of Online Application | 24/06/2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application | 29/07/2026, up to 5:00 PM |
| Hall Ticket Download | 7 days before the exam, till 5:00 PM on the previous day |
| Tentative Examination Schedule | November 2026 |
TGPSC DIET Lecturer Vacancy Details 2026 (Post Code Wise)
The 86 vacancies are distributed across 19 post codes, covering subjects ranging from Education and English to Maths, Science, Social Studies, Urdu, Art Education, and Physical Education. Each post is further categorised under Multi-Zone-I and Multi-Zone-II based on Telangana's local cadre system.
| Name of the Post | Multi Zone-I | Multi Zone-II | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Lecturer, DIET (Pre-Service/In-Service Programme, Field Interaction, DRU, Planning & Management, Educational Technology, Work Experience, Curriculum Material Development & Evaluation) | 17 | 06 | 23 |
| Lecturer – In-Service Training, Field Interaction & Coordination, Work Experience, Curriculum Material Development & Evaluation, DRU | 07 | 09 | 16 |
| Lecturer in Education | 02 | – | 02 |
| Lecturer in Education (Urdu Medium) | 02 | 02 | 04 |
| Lecturer in English | 02 | 01 | 03 |
| Lecturer in Telugu | 02 | 06 | 08 |
| Lecturer in Urdu | 01 | – | 01 |
| Lecturer in Maths | 02 | 01 | 03 |
| Lecturer in Maths (Urdu Medium) | 02 | – | 02 |
| Lecturer in Science | 02 | 01 | 03 |
| Lecturer in Science (Urdu Medium) | 02 | – | 02 |
| Lecturer in Social Studies | 02 | 01 | 03 |
| Lecturer in Social Studies (Urdu Medium) | 02 | – | 02 |
| Lecturer in Philosophy | – | 01 | 01 |
| Lecturer in Psychology | 02 | 01 | 03 |
| Lecturer in Planning & Statistics | 01 | 01 | 02 |
| Lecturer in Art Education | 02 | 01 | 03 |
| Lecturer in Educational Technology | 01 | 01 | 02 |
| Lecturer in Physical Education | 02 | 01 | 03 |
| Grand Total | 53 | 33 | 86 |
Note: Unfilled or non-joining vacancies will be carried forward. Additions or deletions will be communicated through an official addendum.
TGPSC DIET Lecturer Salary & Pay Scale
- Senior Lecturer, DIET (Post Code 1): Rs. 58,850 – Rs. 1,37,050 per month
- Lecturer, DIET (Post Codes 2 to 19): Rs. 54,220 – Rs. 1,33,630 per month
Eligibility Criteria for TGPSC DIET Lecturer Posts
Educational qualifications must be completed and results declared on or before the notification date (18/06/2026).
General Qualification Pattern:
- A Postgraduate (PG) degree in the specified subject with not less than 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/BC/Differently Abled) from a UGC-recognised university.
- An M.Ed. degree with not less than 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/BC/Differently Abled) from an NCTE-recognised institution, with a specified teaching methodology in B.Ed. for language and science-related posts.
Subject-Wise Qualification Summary:
| Post Code | Post Name | PG Subject Required |
|---|---|---|
| 1 & 2 | Senior Lecturer / Lecturer (Teacher Education streams) | Philosophy, Psychology, Sociology, Telugu, English, Urdu, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, History, Economics, Political Science, Public Administration, Geography, Adult Education, Electronics (or allied subjects) + M.Ed. |
| 3 | Lecturer in Education | Philosophy/Psychology/Sociology + M.Ed. |
| 4 | Lecturer in Education (Urdu Medium) | Same as above + Urdu medium eligibility |
| 5 | Lecturer in English | PG in English + M.Ed. with English methodology |
| 6 | Lecturer in Telugu | PG in Telugu + M.Ed. with Telugu methodology + Telugu medium eligibility |
| 7 | Lecturer in Urdu | PG in Urdu + M.Ed. with Urdu methodology + Urdu medium eligibility |
| 8 & 9 | Lecturer in Maths (Regular/Urdu Medium) | PG in Mathematics (or allied) + M.Ed. with Maths methodology |
| 10 & 11 | Lecturer in Science (Regular/Urdu Medium) | PG in Physics/Chemistry/Botany/Zoology (or allied) + M.Ed. with Physical/Biological Science methodology |
| 12 & 13 | Lecturer in Social Studies (Regular/Urdu Medium) | PG in History/Economics/Political Science/Public Administration/Geography (or allied) + M.Ed. with Social Studies methodology |
| 14 | Lecturer in Philosophy | PG in Philosophy + M.Ed. |
| 15 | Lecturer in Psychology | PG in Psychology + M.Ed. |
| 16 | Lecturer in Planning & Statistics | PG in Mathematics/Statistics/Economics (or allied) + M.Ed. |
| 17 | Lecturer in Art Education | PG in Fine Arts (Applied Art) OR any PG + separate Degree in Fine Arts |
| 18 | Lecturer in Educational Technology | PG in Physics/Electronics (or allied) + M.Ed. |
| 19 | Lecturer in Physical Education | PG in Physical Education (NCTE-recognised) |
For posts requiring Urdu or Telugu medium eligibility, candidates must have either passed SSC/Intermediate/Degree in that medium or studied the language as First Language/Part-I/Second Language/subject at the respective level.
Age Limit for TGPSC DIET Lecturer Recruitment 2026
Age is calculated as on 01/07/2026.
- Minimum Age: 18 years (must not be born after 01/07/2008)
- Maximum Age: 44 years (must not be born before 02/07/1982)
Note: The upper age limit was raised from 34 years to 44 years as per G.O. Ms. No. 86, dated 18/05/2026.
Age Relaxation Table:
| Category | Relaxation Permitted |
|---|---|
| Telangana State Government Employees | Up to 5 years (based on length of regular service) |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years + length of service in armed forces |
| NCC Instructors | 3 years + length of service in NCC |
| SC / ST / BC / EWS | 5 years |
| Persons with Disabilities (PH) | 10 years |
Application Fee for TGPSC DIET Lecturer Notification
The fee includes an application processing fee and an examination fee, payable online.
| Fee Type | OC / BC Candidates | SC / ST / PwD Candidates |
|---|---|---|
| Application Processing Fee | Rs. 1,000/- | Rs. 500/- |
| Examination Fee | Rs. 120/- (Unemployed candidates exempted) | Rs. 120/- (Unemployed candidates exempted) |
Note: Government/PSU/Corporation employees must pay the examination fee regardless of category. Fees are non-refundable.
TGPSC DIET Lecturer Exam Pattern 2026
Selection is based on a written objective-type examination, either OMR-based or CBRT.
For Post Codes 1 to 18:
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies & General Abilities | 150 | 150 min | 150 |
| Paper II – Part A | Concerned Subject-I: Education Theory & Practice | 75 | 150 min | 150 |
| Paper II – Part B | Concerned Subject-II (Post-specific subject) | 75 | 150 | |
| Total | 450 |
For Post Code 19 (Physical Education):
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies & General Abilities | 150 | 150 min | 150 |
| Paper II – Part A | Physical Education Content | 75 | 150 min | 150 |
| Paper II – Part B | Physical Education Pedagogy | 75 | 150 | |
| Total | 450 |
Both Paper-I and Paper-II (except for language subjects) are bilingual (English and Telugu).
Exam Centres for TGPSC DIET Lecturer Recruitment
The examination will be conducted at the following centres, subject to change:
- Hyderabad (including HMDA Jurisdiction)
- Karimnagar
- Khammam
- Warangal
- Nizamabad
Requests for change of centre will not be entertained.
Selection Process & Qualifying Marks
Selection is based on written examination marks, followed by certificate verification and a medical fitness check.
Minimum Qualifying Marks:
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| OC, Sportspersons, EWS | 40% |
| BC | 35% |
| SC, ST, PH | 30% |
Securing qualifying marks does not guarantee selection; final allotment depends on merit rank and post preference.
How to Apply Online for TGPSC DIET Lecturer Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply:
- Visit the official TGPSC website (tgpsc.gov.in) and complete One Time Registration (OTR) if you haven't already. This will generate your TGPSC ID.
- Log in using your TGPSC ID and Date of Birth, then verify the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
- Verify auto-fetched details from your OTR profile (Name, DOB, Educational Qualification, Community, Gender, Disability status).
- Select your preferred examination centre.
- Carefully preview the application, then click "Save & Payment" to proceed.
- Pay the prescribed fee online via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI.
- Download the generated PDF application for future reference and note the Reference ID.
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FAQ's
What are the educational qualifications required for TGPSC DIET Lecturer posts?
Candidates must hold a Postgraduate (PG) degree in the specified subject with at least 55% marks (50% for reserved categories) and an M.Ed. degree with at least 55% marks (50% for reserved categories) from NCTE-recognised institutions.
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