TGPSC Group 3 2026 — Telangana Public Service Commission - Group III Services Examination Free Online Mock Test Series

TGPSC Group 3 Services examination is a premier competitive recruitment conducted by Telangana Public Service Commission for filling 1,365 ministerial and administrative posts including Junior Assistant, Senior Accountant, Auditor, Senior Auditor, and Junior Commercial Tax Officer across various state government departments of Telangana.

Conducted by: Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) | Pay Scale: ₹32,810 - ₹96,890/- (Telangana State Revised Pay Scale Level 6/7/8)

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Paper 1: General Studies and General Abilities (150 Questions, 150 Marks, 150 Mins)

  • General Studies and General Abilities (150 Questions) — Current Affairs & Events: Regional Current Affairs of Telangana, National Events and Government Initiatives, International Relations and Global Treaties | General Science & Everyday Technology: General Science in Everyday Life, Environmental Issues and Disaster Management, India's Achievements in Science and Technology | World, Indian and Telangana Geography: World and Indian Physical and Economic Geography, Physical, Social and Economic Geography of Telangana, Rivers, Irrigation, and Agriculture of Telangana | Indian Constitution & Polity: Indian Constitution: Preamble, Fundamental Rights and DPSPs, Union and State Executive, Legislature and Judiciary, Panchayati Raj, 73rd and 74th Amendments, Public Policy | Indian History & National Movement: Ancient and Medieval Indian History Highlights, Modern Indian History and Socio-Religious Reforms, Indian National Movement (1857-1947) | Telangana History, Culture & Heritage: History and Cultural Heritage of Telangana (Satavahanas to Asaf Jahis), Telangana Culture, Literature, Fairs and Festivals, Telangana Movement and State Formation | Telangana State Policies & Schemes: Flagship Welfare Schemes of Telangana, Irrigation, Water and Industrial Policies of Telangana, Social Exclusion, Rights Issues and Inclusive Policies | Logical Reasoning & Basic English: Logical Reasoning, Analytical Ability and Data Interpretation, Basic English (10th Standard Level)

Paper 2: History, Polity and Society (150 Questions, 150 Marks, 150 Mins)

  • Section I: Socio-Cultural History of Telangana and Formation of Telangana State (50 Questions) — Early Telangana Dynasties and Culture: Satavahanas, Ikshvakus, Vishnukundinas, Chalukyas of Vemulawada, Kakatiyas, Qutb Shahis, Asaf Jahis and Salar Jung Reforms, Socio-Cultural Awakening, Andhra Maha Sabha, Telangana Armed Struggle | Telangana Statehood Chronology: Operation Polo, 1952 Mulki Agitation, City College Incident, Gentlemen's Agreement 1956, 1969 Agitation, Six-Point Formula 1973, G.O. 610, Mass Movement (1991-2014), TJAC, Sakala Janula Samme, AP Reorganisation Act 2014
  • Section II: Overview of the Indian Constitution and Politics (50 Questions) — Indian Constitution Architecture: Historical Evolution, Preamble, Fundamental Rights, DPSPs, Fundamental Duties, Union and State Executive, Parliament, State Legislature, Judiciary | Federalism and Governance: Centre-State Relations, Finance Commission, NITI Aayog, Constitutional and Statutory Bodies (Election Commission, CAG, UPSC, TGPSC)
  • Section III: Social Structure, Issues and Public Policies (50 Questions) — Social Structure and Stratification: Caste, Family, Marriage, Kinship, Religion, Tribe and Women in Telangana, Social Stratification and Marginalized Communities | Social Issues and Welfare Policies: Casteism, Gender Inequality, Child Labour, Untouchability, Peasant, Dalit, Tribal, Women and Environmental Movements, Affirmative Action and Welfare Programs for SC, ST, BC, Women and Minorities

Paper 3: Economy and Development (150 Questions, 150 Marks, 150 Mins)

  • Section I: Indian Economy: Issues and Challenges (50 Questions) — Growth and Development: Concepts of GDP, GNP, NNP, Per Capita Income, HDI, GDI, Green GDP, Poverty and Unemployment Methodologies, Welfare Programs, Planning in India: Five-Year Plans, Transition from Planning Commission to NITI Aayog | Sectoral Analysis of Indian Economy: Agriculture: Trends, Green Revolution, National Food Security, Agri-credit and Marketing, Industry and Services: Industrial Policies, Make in India, MSMEs, Service Sector Growth
  • Section II: Economy and Development of Telangana (50 Questions) — Historical and Agrarian Structure of Telangana: Telangana Economy in Hyderabad State, Singareni Collieries, Nizam State Railway, Disparities in United Andhra Pradesh (1956-2014): Irrigation, Power, Employment, Finance, Land Reforms: Abolition of Jagirs, Tenancy Act 1950, Land Ceilings, Bhoodan Movement | Contemporary Telangana Economy: Agriculture and Irrigation: Mission Kakatiya, Rythu Bandhu, Kaleshwaram Project, Industry and Services: TS-iPASS, IT Corridor, Genome Valley, Pharma City, T-Hub
  • Section III: Issues of Development and Change (50 Questions) — Development Dynamics and Disparities: Regional Disparities in India and Telangana, Social and Economic Inequalities, Land Acquisition Act 2013, Rehabilitation and Resettlement (R&R) Challenges | Sustainable Development and Environment: Environment vs Development, Clean Development Mechanism, Carbon Credits, Renewable Energy Transition and UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the examination pattern for TGPSC Group 3 Services?

The examination comprises 3 objective papers of 150 questions and 150 marks each (total 450 marks), each paper conducted for 150 minutes duration: Paper 1 (General Studies & General Abilities), Paper 2 (History, Polity & Society), and Paper 3 (Economy & Development).

Is there any negative marking in TGPSC Group 3 exam?

No. There is no negative marking in the TGPSC Group 3 examination. Each correct answer is awarded 1 mark.

What posts are filled through TGPSC Group 3 recruitment?

Group 3 recruits for Junior Assistant in various Heads of Departments, Secretariat, and District Offices; Senior Accountant in Treasuries and Accounts; Auditor in Pay & Accounts and Local Fund Audit; and Junior Commercial Tax Officer.