TGPSC Assistant Director Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 10 Posts

Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) has released the TGPSC Recruitment 2026 for Assistant Director of Town Planning post for the Town and Country Planning Department. Those individuals who have degrees in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Planning, Geography or Geoinformatics and also a post-graduate degree in Town and Country Planning can apply for this job. Application Form can be filled online via the TGPSC website until the due date. An objective-type written exam will be the selection procedure and chosen candidates will work at any location within the Telangana State. The application form will soon be available to download for the interested applicants. TGPSC Recruitment 2026 job notification is announced under the category of PSC Government Jobs In India. Those candidates who wish to seek government employment in the field of planning can apply after becoming familiar with the complete eligibility criteria.

Overview of the Town and Country Planning Department

Town and Country Planning Department of Telangana is an important department for the development of the urban and rural landscape of the state. It formulates plans for development, controls land use, secures sustainable urban growth and takes care of land use planning policies covering infrastructure, housing and environment protection. Collaboration with local governments and planning agencies is essential to the department’s efforts to develop well-designed, integrated and resilient communities throughout the state. The TGPSC Assistant Director Vacancy 2026 will prove to be very crucial in achieving the mentioned changes.

Zone-Wise Distribution for TGPSC Assistant Director Recruitment 2026

Educational Qualification Requirements

Important Timeline

• Notification Release Date: July 6, 2026
• Application Start Date: July 10, 2026
• Last Date for Submission: August 17, 2026 at 5:00 PM

Age Standards (as on July 1, 2026)

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 44 years

Age Relaxation Provisions

• SC/ST/BCs & EWS: 5 years
• PwD: 10 years
• Telangana State Government Employees: Up to 5 years.
• Ex-Servicemen: 3 years + length of service rendered
• NCC Instructors: 3 years + length of service in NCC

Pay Scale Details for TGPSC Assistant Director Recruitment 2026

• Pay Scale: Rs. 58,850/- to Rs. 1,37,050/-
• Level: As per Telangana State pay structure

Application Fee Structure

Hiring Methodology for TGPSC Assistant Director Recruitment 2026

• Written Exam: The Commission will conduct the written examination either in Offline/OMR-based mode or in Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) mode.
• Normalization of scores: For multi-session CBRT, TGPSC will provide the scores following normalisation based on the standard formula provided to them.
• Minimum qualifying marks: 40% for OC, EWS and Sportspersons, 30% for SC, ST and PH and 35% for the BC candidates.
• Final Merit List: The Final merit list will be prepared based on the ranking of the candidate in the available vacancies in Multi Zone-I & Multi Zone-II for Government jobs in Telangana.
• Document Verification: Certificates as originals will be verified by the Commission at the document verification procedure.
• Medical Exam: Candidates who qualify in the written test will appear for a medical fitness test to confirm their suitability for government service.

Preparation of Assistant Director of Town Planning Exam: Best Books

• Indian Polity: M. Laxmikanth is the perfect choice for a thorough understanding of the constitutional provisions and governance related to India.
• Indian Economy: Ramesh Singh for knowing about economic policies and development theories
• History and Culture of Telangana: Telugu Akademy books for knowledge of History and culture of Telangana.
• Current Affairs: Yojana & Kurukshetra for current affairs.
• Analytical Ability: R.S.Aggarwal for solving questions on analytical abilities & Data Interpretation.
• Subject Syllabus Preparation: Town Planning Theory: Urban Planning Theory and Practice, G.K.Hiraskar

Local Area Classification

• Multi Zone-I: Covers districts including Asifabad-Kumrambheem, Mancherial, Peddapalli, Jayashankar-Bhupalapalli, Mulugu, Adilabad, Nirmal, Nizamabad, Jagityal, Karimnagar, Sircilla-Rajanna, Siddipet, Medak, Kamareddy, Kothagudem-Bhadradri, Khammam, Mahabubabad, Hanumakonda and Warangal.
• Multi Zone-II: Covers districts including Suryapet, Nalgonda, Bhongir-Yadadri, Jangaon, Medchal-Malkajgiri, Hyderabad, Ranga Reddy, Sanga Reddy, Vikarabad, Mahaboobnagar, Narayanpet, Jogulamba-Gadwal, Wanaparthi and Nagarkurnool.

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Benefits of Practicing Previous Year Papers

• Pattern of Examination: Practice from previous question papers makes you understand the pattern, marking scheme and toughness level of the examination.
• Effective Time Management: Practice makes it possible for individuals to manage time effectively in each paper – 150 minutes.
• Previous Question Papers Analysis: By analyzing previous papers, you get to know the important topics in General Studies and Town Planning subject, especially for TGPSC Assistant Director Vacancy 2026.
• Self-Evaluation: Practice through mock tests and previous papers will make you identify areas of improvement.
• CBRT Normalization: It will give you an idea about the pattern of CBRT and normalization.

Submission Guide for TGPSC Assistant Director Recruitment 2026

• Visit the official website of TGPSC at https://websitenew.tgpsc.gov.in/
• Visit “What’s New” section and click on the notification “NOTIFICATION NO. 05/G/TP/2026, DATED: 06/07/2026”.
• Please read the whole notification and check whether you are eligible for applying for TGPSC Recruitment 2026.
• Then, go to https://www.tgpsc.gov.in/ and fill the application form.
• If you are a new user, fill the One Time Registration so that you can get your TGPSC ID.
• Enter OTP received on the registered cell phone with your TGPSC ID and Date of Birth to log in.
• Fill in all required details in the online application form and upload your photograph and signature
• Review the application carefully to verify all the data inputted is correct
• Make payment using your Net Banking Debit Card/Credit Card or UPI as per your category.
• Complete and submit the application and download the PDF confirmation as a reference.
• Keep your mobile number and e-mail address up and running during recruitment.

Examination Pattern for TGPSC Assistant Director Recruitment 2026

Important Instructions

• Candidates must submit the application only through online mode.
• The Commission will not accept incomplete, handwritten, typed or printed applications.
• Candidates must fill out all details on the application form correctly.
• 100-200KB for a recent passport size photograph (JPG/PNG) and 20-30KB for a signature (JPG/PNG).
• The mobile number and email ID user has provided in OTR should be kept throughout the recruitment process.
• Once the application is final, any changes are not allowed.
• For technical issues, contact: 040-23120301 or 040-23120302 (10:30 AM to 5:00 PM on working days)

Important Legal Provisions

• The recruitment is done as per Telangana State & Subordinate Service Rules, 1996.
• Vacancies will be filled up on the basis of Rule 22 and Rule 22 (A) of the Service Rules.
• Unfilled and non-joining vacancies will be rolled over to the next recruitment.
• There will be no waiting list will be maintained as per G.O.Ms.No.81
• The Commission’s decision in all matters shall be final and binding

Documents Required

The candidates should ensure they have the following documents with them for uploading and verification:

• Students are required to present their Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / Passport / Driving License / PAN Card.
• Pupils will be awarded a certificate to acknowledge their educational achievements.
• Students are required to obtain a certificate from SSC for verifying his/her Date of Birth.
• School Study Certificate (1st to 7th Class)
• The Certificate of Residence (if applicable) should be included.Include the Certificate of Residence (if applicable).
• Community Certificate (SC/ST candidates/BC candidates)
• Along with the voter’s ID, you must bring the Non-Creamy Layer Certificate, which is required for candidates from the BC.
• Income Certificate (for EWS candidates)
• The Disability Certificate (for a PwD candidate in SADAREM format)
• Employed candidates will have to obtain a No Objection Certificate.
• A sports certificate (in the event of claiming sports reservation)
• Ex-Servicemen Certificate (for age relaxation)

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