TGPSC is one of the most popular executive and administrative recruitment exams among Telangana students. Telangana’s own Group 2 state services examination is famous among aspirants for its competitive salaries, stable career paths, and opportunities in key government departments. This blog will be your end-to-end guide about the TGPSC Group 2 exam, highlighting the Telangana Group 2 syllabus, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, and preparation strategy for the 2026 exam.
TGPSC Group 2 Eligibility
All aspirants must fill the following requirements:
- A Bachelor’s degree from any recognized university.
- Some commercial tax, registration, or excise posts might require relevant degrees — mentioned in the official post notifications.
- The candidate must be in the age limits:
- General Posts: 18 to 44 years
- Uniformed Services: 21 to 30 years
- Special Cases: 20 to 44 years
- Age Relaxations:
- OBC: +3 years
- SC/ST: +5 years
- PwD: +10 years
- Telangana government employees: +5 years (conditions apply)
TGPSC Group 2 Exam
The TGPSC Group 2 exam pattern consists of a written exam and a certificate verification stage.
The written exam is a computer-based real-time (CBRT) or offline OMR-based mode and is divided into four papers, each worth 150 marks, for a total of 600 marks.
For every correct answer, one mark is awarded, and for every incorrect answer, 0.25 marks are deducted.
| Paper | Subject | Questions (Multiple Choice) | Duration (Hours) | Maximum Marks |
| Paper-I | General Studies & Abilities | 150 | 2.5 | 150 |
| Paper-II | History, Polity and Society | 150 (50 for each section) | 2.5 | 150 |
| Paper-III | Economy and Development | 150 (50 for each section) | 2.5 | 150 |
| Paper-IV | Telangana Movement and State Formation | 150 (50 for each section) | 2.5 | 150 |
| Total | 600 | 10 | 600 | |
Note: These are objective type written examinations. The written exam will be conducted in English, Telugu and Urdu.
TGPSC Group 2 Syllabus
Paper-I: General Studies & Abilities
- Current Affairs – Regional, National & International
- International Relations and Events
- General Science; India’s Achievements in Science and Technology
- Environmental Issues: Disaster Management – Prevention and Mitigation Strategies
- World Geography, Indian Geography and Geography of Telangana state
- History and Cultural Heritage of India
- Society, Culture, Heritage, Arts and Literature of Telangana
- Policies of Telangana State
- Social Exclusion: Rights Issues and Inclusive Policies
- Logical Reasoning: Analytical Ability and Data Interpretation
- Basic English (10th Class Standard)
Paper-II: History, Polity and Society
- Socio-Cultural History of India and Telangana
- Overview of the Indian Constitution and Politics
- Social Structure, Issues and Public Policies
Paper-III: Economy and Development
- Indian Economy: Issues and Challenges
- Economy and Development of Telangana
- Issues of Development and Change
Paper-IV: Telangana Movement and State Formation
- The idea of Telangana (1948-1970)
- Mobilisational phase (1971-1990)
- Towards Formation of Telangana State (1991-2014)
Preparation Plan for TGPSC Group 2
12-Month Study Plan (Ideal for Beginners)
Months 1–3
- Build basics: NCERTs + Telangana history
- Start with Paper IV early (easiest to master)
- Current affairs daily
Months 4–6
- Cover Polity, Economy, Telangana Economy
- Start solving objective questions
- Weekly mock tests
Months 7–9
- Advanced topics in society, development
- Strengthen weak areas
- 2 mocks per week
Months 10–12
- Full syllabus revision
- Past papers + marathon mocks
- Interview basics
6-Month Fast-Track Plan (Repeaters)
- Months 1–2: Revise all GS + Telangana portions
- Months 3–4: Full-length mocks + answer analysis
- Months 5–6: Timed practice for all 4 papers
For Working Professionals (2–3 Hours/Day Plan)
- Weekdays → 1 subject block + 1 hour CA
- Weekends → 1 mock test + Paper IV revision
- Use online TGPSC Group 2 classes for structured guidance
Conclusion
The Group 2 exam demands and rewards consistency and early preparation. With this guide serving you everything in a single place, you can build a strong foundation starting today. If all of this overwhelms you, consider online TGPSC Group 2 classes like AKS IAS to crack the exam easily. Focus on Telangana-specific content, practise regularly, and stay updated — that’s the formula to crack Group 2 confidently.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can a candidate studying in another state also apply for TGPSC?
Candidates from other states are also eligible to apply, but they will be considered for unreserved vacancies.
Is there negative marking in the TGPSC Group 2 exam?
For every correct answer, one mark is awarded, and for every incorrect answer, 0.25 marks are deducted.