The Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) has announced a fresh recruitment drive for teaching positions in District Institutes of Education and Training (DIET) under the School Education Department. A total of 86 vacancies for Senior Lecturer and Lecturer cadres across 19 subject categories are open, with online applications accepted from 24 June 2026 to 29 July 2026, 5:00 PM. The written examination is tentatively scheduled for November 2026.
Highlights
| Organisation |
Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) |
| Post Name |
Senior Lecturer & Lecturer (DIET) |
| Total Vacancies |
86 |
| Application Mode |
Online only |
| Start Date |
24 June 2026 |
| Last Date |
29 July 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Official Website |
tgpsc.gov.in |
Post & Organization Details
The recruitment is conducted by the Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) for the School Education Department, Telangana. Two categories of posts are offered:
- Senior Lecturer, DIET – involved in pre‑service/in‑service programmes, curriculum development, field interaction, etc.
- Lecturer, DIET – responsible for in‑service training, curriculum material development, and related duties.
Vacancy Details
| Name of the Post |
Multi Zone‑I |
Multi Zone‑II |
Total Vacancies |
| Senior Lecturer, DIET (Pre‑Service/In‑Service Programme, …) |
17 |
6 |
23 |
| Lecturer – In‑Service Training, … |
7 |
9 |
16 |
| Lecturer in Education |
2 |
– |
2 |
| Lecturer in Education (Urdu Medium) |
2 |
2 |
4 |
| Lecturer in English |
2 |
1 |
3 |
| Lecturer in Telugu |
2 |
6 |
8 |
| Lecturer in Urdu |
1 |
– |
1 |
| Lecturer in Maths |
2 |
1 |
3 |
| Lecturer in Maths (Urdu Medium) |
2 |
– |
2 |
| Lecturer in Science |
2 |
1 |
3 |
| Lecturer in Science (Urdu Medium) |
2 |
– |
2 |
| Lecturer in Social Studies |
2 |
1 |
3 |
| Lecturer in Social Studies (Urdu Medium) |
2 |
– |
2 |
| Lecturer in Philosophy |
– |
1 |
1 |
| Lecturer in Psychology |
2 |
1 |
3 |
| Lecturer in Planning & Statistics |
1 |
1 |
2 |
| Lecturer in Art Education |
2 |
1 |
3 |
| Lecturer in Educational Technology |
1 |
1 |
2 |
| Lecturer in Physical Education |
2 |
1 |
3 |
| Grand Total |
53 |
33 |
86 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Age Limit: Not specified in the notification.
- Educational Qualification: A postgraduate (PG) degree in the subject specified for the post with a minimum of 55 % marks (relaxed to 50 % for SC/ST/BC/Differently Abled candidates) from a UGC‑recognised university, **and** an M.Ed. with the same minimum marks from an NCTE‑recognised institution.
- Medium Requirements: For Urdu or Telugu medium posts, candidates must have studied the language at SSC/Intermediate/Degree level or as a first/second language in the relevant examinations.
- Result Declaration: All qualifications must be declared and results officially announced by 18 June 2026. Pending results or mere appearance are not accepted.
Pay Scale & Salary
- 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.
Application Fee
The official notification does not mention any application fee. Candidates should verify on the official website if a fee is later announced.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date / Timeline |
| Notification Release Date |
18 June 2026 |
| Start of Online Application |
24 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application |
29 July 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 |
Selection Process
- Online submission of application form.
- Verification of eligibility and generation of Hall Ticket.
- Written Examination (OMR‑based offline or Computer Based Recruitment Test).
- Result declaration and shortlisting of candidates.
- Interview / Skill test (if applicable, as per post).
- Final merit list and appointment.
How to Apply
- Visit the official TGPSC website: tgpsc.gov.in.
- Navigate to the “Recruitment” or “Notifications” section and locate “Notification No. 04/G/SE/2026 – DIET Lecturer”.
- Read the full notification carefully to ensure you meet all eligibility criteria.
- Click on the “Online Application” link (provided on the notification page) to open the application portal.
- Register using a valid email address and mobile number. An OTP will be sent for verification.
- Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, subject preferences, and upload scanned copies of required documents (photograph, signature, certificates, etc.).
- Review the entered information thoroughly; any mistake may lead to rejection.
- Pay the application fee (if later announced) through the available online modes.
- Submit the application and note down the generated Application Number for future reference.
- Print a copy of the submitted application for your records.
Important Links
FAQs
- What is the last date to apply for the DIET Lecturer posts?
The last date to submit the online application is 29 July 2026, 5:00 PM.
- How many total vacancies are there?
There are 86 vacancies across Senior Lecturer and Lecturer categories.
- What are the educational qualifications required?
Candidates must hold a post‑graduate degree in the relevant subject (minimum 55% marks) and an M.Ed. (minimum 55% marks) from an NCTE‑recognised institution.
- Is there any application fee?
The notification does not specify any application fee. Candidates should check the official website for any updates.
- When is the written examination expected?
The exam is tentatively scheduled for November 2026.
- What is the pay scale for Senior Lecturer and Lecturer posts?
Senior Lecturer: Rs 58,850 – Rs 1,37,050 per month; Lecturer: Rs 54,220 – Rs 1,33,630 per month.
- How can I download the official notification PDF?
The PDF is available on the TGPSC website under the “Notifications” section; look for Notification No. 04/G/SE/2026 dated 18 June 2026.
