TGPSC Senior Lecturer Recruitment 2026 — 86 DIET Teaching Posts in Telangana
The Telangana State Public Service Commission (TGPSC) has released Notification No. 04/G/SE/2026 for 86 posts of Senior Lecturers and Lecturers in the District Institutes of Education and Training (DIET) under the School Education Department. This is a wonderful opportunity for post-graduate candidates with a B.Ed/M.Ed background who want a respected teaching career in the Telangana government. The posts carry strong pay scales going up to ₹1,37,050 and are filled through a written examination only, with no interview. If you are a teaching aspirant looking for government faculty jobs, this is a great chance.
The online application started on 24 June 2026 and the last date is 29 July 2026. The examination is tentatively planned for November 2026, which gives serious candidates good time to prepare. This GovtJobsAlert.in guide explains the vacancies, eligibility, salary, exam pattern, fees, and important dates in easy language so you can apply smoothly.
Key Highlights — TGPSC Senior Lecturer Recruitment 2026
DIET Lecturers train and guide future school teachers, making this a highly valued role in the education system. Here are the most important details of this recruitment at a glance.
- Recruiting Body: Telangana State Public Service Commission (TGPSC)
- Post Names: Senior Lecturer & Lecturers in DIET (School Education Dept)
- Total Vacancies: 86 posts across 19 post codes
- Salary / Pay Scale: ₹54,220 – ₹1,37,050 (post-wise)
- Job Location: Telangana
- Last Date to Apply: 29 July 2026
Vacancy Breakdown — TGPSC DIET Lecturer 2026
The 86 posts include one Senior Lecturer category and many subject-wise Lecturer categories (Telugu, English, Urdu, Maths, Science, Social Studies, Psychology, and more).
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Senior Lecturer, DIET | 23 |
| Lecturers (various subjects), DIET | 63 |
| Total | 86 |
The Lecturer posts are spread across subjects and mediums, including several Urdu-medium posts. Choose the post code that matches your post-graduation subject while applying.
Eligibility Criteria — TGPSC DIET Lecturer 2026
You must meet both the education and age rules. The subject of your post-graduation decides which post code you can apply for.
Educational Qualification
You must hold a Post Graduate Degree with at least 55% marks from a UGC-recognised university in the relevant subject, plus an M.Ed. degree with at least 55% marks from an NCTE-recognised institution. For SC, ST, BC and differently-abled candidates, the minimum is 50%. This role is ideal for post-graduate candidates who have completed their B.Ed/M.Ed.
Age Limit
As on 1 July 2026, the age limit is 18 to 44 years (the upper limit has been raised to 44). Age relaxation is available — SC, ST, BC and EWS candidates get 5 years, Persons with Disability get 10 years, and Ex-Servicemen get 3 years plus their length of service.
What is the Salary for TGPSC DIET Lecturer 2026?
The pay depends on whether you are selected as a Senior Lecturer or a Lecturer, and both scales are attractive.
- Senior Lecturer: ₹58,850 – ₹1,37,050
- Lecturers: ₹54,220 – ₹1,33,630
A Senior Lecturer starts at a ₹58,850 basic pay and a Lecturer at ₹54,220, with allowances added on top for a strong monthly salary.
Along with the pay, selected candidates get all the benefits of a Telangana state government job, including allowances, increments and long-term job security.
What is the Selection Process for TGPSC DIET Lecturer 2026?
Selection is based purely on a written examination — there is no interview. You can review the exam pattern and syllabus guidance on GovtJobsAlert.in to plan your preparation.
- Written Examination: An objective-type test conducted in OMR-based offline mode or Computer Based (CBRT) mode.
- Paper-I — General Studies and General Abilities: 150 questions for 150 marks (bilingual, English and Telugu).
- Paper-II — Concerned Subject: covering education theory & practice and the subject of the post, for a total of 300 marks.
- Certificate Verification: Selected candidates are verified against merit and web-options before appointment.
The final selection is on merit in the written examination, with a total of 450 marks.
How to Apply Online for TGPSC DIET Lecturer 2026?
The application is fully online through the TGPSC website. Follow these steps carefully before the last date.
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) on the TGPSC website to get your TGPSC ID (if not already done).
- Log in using your TGPSC ID and date of birth and open the application link for this notification.
- Verify your details, select your exam centre, and fill the application form.
- Pay the application processing fee and examination fee online through Net Banking, Card or UPI.
- Submit the form, download the PDF application, and keep the Reference ID safe.
Important Dates — TGPSC DIET Lecturer 2026
Note these dates carefully so you do not miss the deadline.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 24 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 July 2026 |
| Exam (Tentative) | November 2026 |
Application Fees — TGPSC DIET Lecturer 2026
The fee has two parts — a processing fee and an examination fee. Unemployed candidates are exempt from the examination fee. Payment is online only.
| Category | Processing Fee |
|---|---|
| OC / BC | ₹1,000 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹500 |
An additional examination fee of ₹120 is payable by all applicants, except those who are exempted.
Essential Links — TGPSC DIET Lecturer 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for TGPSC Senior Lecturer 2026
- Visit TGPSC Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram for Telangana Govt Jobs
This TGPSC DIET Lecturer recruitment is a strong opportunity for qualified teachers to build a stable government career in Telangana. Start your preparation for the written exam and apply before 29 July 2026. For more Telangana government job updates and teaching job notifications, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in. All the best!