The Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) has released the TGPSC DIET Lecturer Recruitment 2026 Notification for the recruitment of 86 Senior Lecturer and Lecturer posts in the District Institutes of Education and Training (DIETs) under the School Education Department. Those candidates who have the required Postgraduate Degree, M.Ed qualification and teaching credentials can apply online for TGPSC DIET Lecturer through the official TGPSC portal.
This is a great opportunity for the aspirants who are looking for Telangana Government Jobs 2026 especially for the candidates who are looking for government teaching jobs, DIET jobs, and lecturer jobs in School Education Department.
TGPSC DIET Lecturer Recruitment 2026 Overview
Telangana Public Service Commission is inviting applications for the recruitment of Lecturer and Senior Lecturer in the DIET Institutions in Telangana. Selection will be made on the basis of Written Examination followed by Certificate Verification and Medical Fitness Test.
Important Dates
Event | Date |
|---|---|
Notification Release Date | 18 June 2026 |
Online Application Start Date | 24 June 2026 |
Last Date to Apply Online | 29 July 2026 (5:00 PM) |
Hall Ticket Download | 7 days before the exam |
Tentative Exam Date | November 2026 |
Candidates are advised to keep visiting the official website of TGPSC for updates on Exam Schedule and Recruitment Notifications.
Vacancy Details
A total of 86 vacancies have been notified for Senior Lecturer and Lecturer posts in DIET institutions under the School Education Department.
Post-wise Vacancy Distribution
Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
Senior Lecturer DIET | 23 |
Lecturer DIET (In-Service Training, Field Interaction & Coordination, Work Experience, Curriculum Material Development & Evaluation, District Resource Unit) | 16 |
Lecturer Education | 2 |
Lecturer Education (Urdu Medium) | 4 |
Lecturer English | 3 |
Lecturer Telugu | 8 |
Lecturer Urdu | 1 |
Lecturer Maths and Other Subjects | Remaining vacancies |
Total | 86 |
Pay Scale Details
The TGPSC DIET Lecturer Salary 2026 is very attractive and one of the most demanding Telangana Government Teaching Jobs. Selected candidates for the Senior Lecturer DIET posts will be paid in the pay scale of ₹54,220-₹1,33,630 while candidates appointed as Lecturers will be paid in the scale of ₹51,320-₹1,27,310. Apart from the basic pay, the employees will receive DA, HRA, medical facilities, leave benefits and other government allowances. This guarantees long term career stability and financial security.
Download TGPSC DIET Lecturer Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates should meet all the educational and age criteria prescribed in the notification before applying.
Educational Qualification
The applicant should have the prescribed Postgraduate Degree and M.Ed qualification and other subject specific educational qualifications as per the notification issued by TGPSC.
Senior Lecturer Qualification
Candidates for Senior Lecturer posts should normally have:
• Postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline
• M.Ed. Degree
• Additional qualification and experience as specified in the notification.
Lecturer Qualifications
Candidates should have For Lecturer Posts:
• Postgraduate Degree in relevant discipline
• M.Ed or equivalent qualification wherever applicable
Qualification Requirements Subject wise
The qualifications required for a particular post are different for different disciplines and one should refer to the official notification before applying.
Urdu Medium Qualified
Candidates applying for Urdu Medium posts should have the prescribed Urdu-medium educational qualifications and language proficiency requirements.
Age Limit
The candidate should have age between 18 to 46 years as on 01 July 2026 to apply for TGPSC DIET Lecturer Recruitment 2026. Age Relaxation is provided to the reserved categories as per the Telangana Government rules.
Age Relaxation
The TGPSC Lecturer Age Relaxation is available for reserved categories, government employees, ex-servicemen, and other eligible categories as per Telangana Government regulations.
Telangana Local Reservation
The TGPSC DIET Lecturer Recruitment 2026 follows the reservation policy of the Telangana Government. The notified posts are classified as Multi-Zonal posts, and local reservation is applicable under the Telangana Public Employment (Organisation of Local Cadres and Regulation of Direct Recruitment) Order, 2018 and subsequent amendments. Reservation benefits are available for SC, ST, BC, EWS, Women, Sports Quota, and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) categories as per the rules and percentages prescribed by the Government of Telangana. Eligible candidates must submit valid supporting certificates to claim reservation benefits during the recruitment process.
Application Fee
Examination Fee
• Application Processing Fee: ₹1,000 for OC & BC applicants
• Application Processing Fee: Rs.500/- for SC, ST & PwD Candidates
• For Examination Rs.120/-
Details of Fee Exemption
All unemployed applicants are exempted from payment of examination fee of ₹120. Government employees, employees of PSU and other government sectors need to pay the examination fee.
Selection Process
The TGPSC Lecturer Selection Process consists of the following stages:
The TGPSC DIET Lecturer Selection Process 2026 is segregated into multiple stages to make the selection of deserving candidates an easy process. Initially, the applicants have to appear in Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) or OMR based objective examination and the candidates will be ranked according to the marks secured in the written test. The Commission will prepare the merit list on the basis of performance in the examination and the applicable recruitment rules. Short listed candidates shall be called for document verification to verify their educational qualification, category certificates and other eligibility criteria. Finally, selected candidates have to undergo Medical Examination and appointment will be subject to being declared medically fit by the competent authority. bject to medical fitness certification by the competent authority.
Exam Pattern
TGPSC DIET Lecturer Exam 2026 will be conducted through Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) or OMR based Objective Exam. The examination will be in two papers for a total of 450 marks. Paper-I (General Studies and General Abilities) is for 150 marks and Paper-II (Subject/ Discipline Specific) is for 300 marks. Each paper will be of 150 minutes duration and will consist of objective type questions. Candidates who qualify the prescribed qualifying marks will be considered for inclusion in the merit list.
Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
Paper-I | General Studies & General Abilities | 150 | 150 Minutes |
Paper-II | Concerned Subject / Discipline | 300 | 150 Minutes |
Total | — | 450 Marks | 300 Minutes |
Qualifying Marks
Minimum qualifying marks are:
OC, Sports Persons & EWS: 40%
BC Candidates: 35%
SC, ST & PH Candidates: 30%
Examination Centres
The TGPSC DIET Lecturer Exam 2026 will be conducted in Hyderabad (including HMDA Jurisdiction), Warangal, Karimnagar, Khammam and Nizamabad. Candidates can select their choice of centre while submitting application form but TGPSC has the right to allocate and/or change centre(s) as per administrative requirements. The final centre details will be mentioned on the hall ticket.
Hall Ticket Download
The TGPSC Lecturer Hall Ticket will be uploaded on the official website before the exam. Candidates need to download it using their login credentials.
Objection Fee
Objections have to be paid at a fee of ₹500 per question. If the objection is justified, the fee will be refunded.
Required Documents
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
Educational Certificates
Postgraduate Degree Certificates
M.Ed Certificates
Community Certificates
EWS Certificate (if applicable)
PwBD Certificate
Sports Certificate (if applicable)
Aadhaar and Identity Proof
Passport Size Photograph
Signature
How to Apply Online
TGPSC OTR Registration Process
1. Visit the official website of TGPSC.
2. Fill up One Time Registration (OTR).
3. Login using your OTR credentials.
4. Complete the online application form.
5. Upload the necessary documents.
6. Pay Application Fee.
7. Complete the application form.
8.Save the confirmation page for your records.
Salary and Benefits
Selected candidates will receive attractive pay scales, dearness allowance, HRA, medical benefits, pension-related benefits, leave facilities, and career progression opportunities under Telangana Government service rules.
Why Apply for DIET Lecturer Jobs?
The TGPSC DIET Lecturer Recruitment 2026 provides:
• Prestigious Telangana Government Jobs
• Stable teaching career
• Competitive salary & benefits
• Opportunities for career development
• Service in the Department of School Education
• Possibility to participate in teacher education and academic development
Last Date to Apply
The deadline for online applications is 29 July 2026 until 5 pm. Candidates are advised to complete the application process well in advance of the deadline so as to avoid any last minute technical problems and server congestion.
FAQs
What is the total number of vacancies in TGPSC DIET Lecturer Recruitment 2026?
Total vacancies notified for post of Lecturer and Senior Lecturer is 86.
What is the application fee for TGPSC Lecturer Recruitment?
Candidates belonging to OC and BC category to pay processing fee of ₹1,000 and SC/ST/PwD candidates to pay ₹500.
What is the selection process?
The selection process includes written test, preparation of merit list, verification of documents and medical examination.
Where will the examination be conducted?
The examination will be held at Hyderabad, Warangal, Karimnagar, Khammam and Nizamabad centers.
Is OTR registration mandatory?
Yes, the candidates need to have TGPSC One Time Registration (OTR) before online application.