Vacancies: 102 · Posts: 1 designation · Type: State Govt Department · Direct Recruitment · Mode: Online · Fee: ₹1,000 (OC/BC) / ₹500 (SC/ST/PwD) + ₹80 exam fee (unemployed exempt) · Apply: From 30 Oct 2026 · Salary: ₹36,750–1,06,990 · Selection: Written Exam (Objective Type) · Location: Telangana (7 zones)
The Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) has released Notification No. 07/G/ES/2026 dated 28 October 2026 inviting online applications for 102 posts of Mandal Planning and Statistical Officers / Assistant Statistical Officers in the Directorate of Economics and Statistics. The TGPSC MPSO/ASO Notification 2026 (PDF) is a general recruitment for zonal cadre posts.
Applications open on the Commission’s website from 30 October 2026. The posts are spread across seven zones in Telangana under 95% local reservation. Selected candidates must be willing to serve anywhere in the State.
Candidates with the prescribed Bachelor’s degree should apply online at tgpsc.gov.in between 30 October and 27 November 2026 (5:00 PM). One Time Registration is required for first-time applicants but is not itself the application.
⚠️ Application Alerts: check these before you submit the form.
- OTR registration alone does not count as an application; a separate online application for this notification is mandatory.
- Qualification result must have been declared by the university as on 28 October 2026.
- 95% local reservation applies; other-State candidates get no reservation benefit.
- Failure to pay the full fee (where applicable) leads to total rejection of the application.
- 🎯 95% of seats are reserved for local candidates under G.O.Ms.No.124.
- 🎯 Horizontal reservation for women and meritorious sportspersons applies as per rules.
- 🎯 PwBD and Ex-Servicemen reservations and age relaxations apply as printed.
📋 Official Source Chain: where the facts in this article were confirmed.
- Official notice: Notification No. 07/G/ES/2026, dated 28 October 2026 — TGPSC MPSO/ASO Notification 2026 (PDF)
- Official application route: Online at tgpsc.gov.in; OTR if new; fee online; no hard copy
- Official updates page: TGPSC Official Website
- Last checked: 29 October 2026, 10:25 AM IST
On this page
Who Should Apply? (Quick Eligibility Check)
- Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics as one of the main subjects → Mandal Planning and Statistical Officer / Assistant Statistical Officer – 102 posts
- Bachelor’s Degree with Mathematics (Statistics as a paper in one, two or all three years) as one of the main subjects → same post
- Bachelor’s Degree with Economics (Statistics as a paper in one, two or all three years) → same post
- Bachelor’s Degree with Commerce (Statistics as a paper in one, two or all three years) → same post
- Bachelor’s Degree with Computer Science (Statistics as a paper in one, two or all three years) → same post
- Hard disqualifier: not a citizen of India, or age outside 18–44 as on 1 July 2026 (with printed relaxations), or result not declared by 28 October 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Notification Date | 28 October 2026 | Completed |
| Application Start | 30 October 2026 | Upcoming |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 November 2026 at 5:00 PM | Upcoming |
| Admit Card / Call Letter | 7 days before examination (upto 5:00 PM the previous day) | To be notified |
| Written Examination Date | January 2027 (tentative) | To be notified |
Quick Overview – TGPSC Mandal Planning and Statistical Officer / Assistant Statistical Officer Recruitment 2026
- Organisation: Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC)
- Sector: State Government
- Recruitment / Exam Name: Mandal Planning and Statistical Officers / Assistant Statistical Officers in the Directorate of Economics and Statistics
- Notification / Advertisement No.: 07/G/ES/2026
- Post(s): Mandal Planning and Statistical Officers / Assistant Statistical Officers
- Total Vacancies: 102 (1 designation)
- Job Location: Zonal cadre, Telangana (seven zones)
- Job Type / Nature: State Govt Department · Direct Recruitment
- Salary: ₹36,750–1,06,990
- Apply Between: 30 October 2026 to 27 November 2026 (5:00 PM)
- Apply Online: TGPSC Online Application (opens 30 October 2026)
- Notification PDF: TGPSC MPSO/ASO Notification 2026 (PDF)
- Official Portal: TGPSC Official Website
What Posts Are Available? – TGPSC Mandal Planning and Statistical Officer / Assistant Statistical Officer Vacancy 2026
The notice advertises one designation with 102 vacancies in the zonal cadre. Zone VI (Charminar) holds the largest share (25 seats). All posts carry the same age limit and pay scale.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Age Limit (UR) | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mandal Planning and Statistical Officers / Assistant Statistical Officers | 102 | 18–44 | ₹36,750–1,06,990 |
Zone-wise Vacancies
| Zone | Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Zone I | Kaleshwaram | 12 |
| Zone II | Basara | 14 |
| Zone III | Rajanna | 15 |
| Zone IV | Bhadradri | 17 |
| Zone V | Yadadri | 7 |
| Zone VI | Charminar | 25 |
| Zone VII | Jogulamba | 12 |
| Total | 102 |
Category-wise and gender (UR/L) breakup is printed in Annexure-I of the notice (OC, EWS, BC-A to E, SC Groups, ST, VH, HH, OH, MH, Ex-Serv, Sports).
Who Is Eligible for TGPSC Mandal Planning and Statistical Officer / Assistant Statistical Officer 2026? – Education, Age & Domicile
Nationality, Domicile & Basic Requirements
- Nationality: Citizen of India
- Domicile / local condition: 95% local reservation applies as per G.O.Ms.No.124. Definition of local candidate is as per the G.O. (study or residence rules for the relevant zone). Applicants from other States are not entitled to any reservation.
Educational Qualification
Must possess as on 28 October 2026 (result declared by the university):
- Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics as one of the main subjects; OR
- Bachelor’s Degree with Mathematics (with Statistics as a paper in one year or two years or all three years) as one of the main subjects; OR
- Bachelor’s Degree with Economics (with Statistics as a paper in one/two/all three years) as one of the main subjects; OR
- Bachelor’s Degree with Commerce (with Statistics as a paper in one/two/all three years) as one of the main subjects; OR
- Bachelor’s Degree with Computer Science (with Statistics as a paper in one/two/all three years) as one of the main subjects.
From a University established or incorporated by or under a Central or State Act, or deemed University under UGC Act Section 3, or foreign University approved by the Central Government. Distance education degrees must be recognised by UGC/AICTE/Distance Education Bureau.
- Qualification must be held by 28 October 2026 (result declared)
What Is the Age Limit? (as on 1 July 2026)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 18 | 44 | — |
| SC/ST/BCs & EWS | 18 | 49 | 5 years |
| Physically Handicapped | 18 | 54 | 10 years |
| Telangana State Government Employees | 18 | Up to 5 years based on length of regular service | Up to 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 18 | 3 years + length of service in armed forces (not exceeding max) | As printed |
| N.C.C. Instructors | 18 | 3 years + length of service in NCC | As printed |
As per G.O.Ms.No.86, G.A.(Ser.A) Department, Dt. 18/05/2026, the upper age limit is raised by 10 years (from 34 to 44). Minimum: not born after 1 July 2008. Maximum: not born before 2 July 1982. No person eligible if less than 18 or if crossed 61 years (superannuation age).
Examples:
- ✅ A 43-year-old UR candidate born on 1 January 1983 — eligible (as on 1 July 2026).
- ❌ A 45-year-old UR candidate born on 1 January 1981 — not eligible (one full year over the limit).
Use our Age Eligibility Calculator to check instantly.
Reservation & PwBD Suitability
- Reservation: As per Rule 22 & 22(A) of Telangana State & Subordinate Service Rules, 1996 and relevant G.Os for SC, ST, BC, EWS, PwBD, Women (horizontal) and meritorious sportspersons. Applicants who avail age relaxation are also considered for OC vacancies. Other-State candidates get no reservation. BC-E subject to court orders. No temporary disability certificate benefit. Sports reservation as per G.O.Ms.No.74 and amendments; unfilled sports seats go to open category.
- PwBD: Reservations and age relaxation apply. Evaluation as per G.O.Ms.No.31. Candidates referred to the Appellate Medical Board; its report is final. Carry-forward PH vacancies may be interchanged if needed.
What Is the Salary? – Pay Scale & Benefits
Scale of Pay: ₹36,750–1,06,990.
The notice prints the scale only. No DA, HRA, gross or in-hand figure is given.
What Is the Application Fee?
| Category | Application Fee | Other Printed Charges | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| OC & BC | ₹1,000 | ₹80 examination fee (unless unemployed and exempt) | ₹1,000 + ₹80 |
| SC, ST & PwD | ₹500 | ₹80 examination fee (unless unemployed and exempt) | ₹500 + ₹80 |
All unemployed applicants are exempted from the examination fee. All Employees of any Government (Central/State/PSUs/Corporations/Other Government Sector) shall pay the examination fee.
Payment mode: Online through Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card or UPI after submitting form details.
Refund: The fee once remitted shall not be refunded or adjusted under any circumstances. Failure to pay both fees (where applicable) entails total rejection.
How to Apply? (Step-by-Step)
The TGPSC MPSO/ASO online form 2026 is filled at tgpsc.gov.in from 30 October 2026 to 27 November 2026 (5:00 PM).
Step 0: Register on TGPSC (if new)
Visit tgpsc.gov.in, complete One Time Registration (OTR) to obtain a TGPSC ID. OTR is not the application. Retain the registered mobile and email.
- Open the TGPSC Online Application (opens on 30 October 2026).
- Log in with TGPSC ID and Date of Birth; OTP on registered mobile.
- Verify OTR details, select examination centre, preview and click SAVE & PAYMENT.
- Pay the fee online through the payment gateway.
- Download the PDF application form (note the Reference ID).
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Treating OTR as the application (it is not).
- Waiting until the last day (submit well before 27 November 2026, 5:00 PM).
- Not clicking CONFIRM & SUBMIT (application not saved).
- Applying with a qualification result not declared by 28 October 2026.
- Claiming reservation without the correct Telangana-issued certificate.
What Can Get Your Application Rejected?
| Rule | What the notice says | Clause |
|---|---|---|
| Incomplete or incorrect application | Incomplete/incorrect application form will be rejected | 7.5 |
| Not confirming submission | Must click CONFIRM & SUBMIT; otherwise particulars not saved | 7.8 |
| Non-payment of fees | Failure to pay application processing fee and examination fee (where applicable) will entail total rejection | 8.3 |
| Absence in any paper | Absence in any of the paper/papers will automatically render candidature for disqualification | 12.5 |
| False declaration | Furnishing incorrect information or making false declaration is liable to be debarred and candidature summarily rejected | 16.1 |
| Government employees without NOC | Required to inform Head of Office and submit NOC as and when required | 13.9 |
| Electronic gadgets | Not allowed to bring any electronic devices; malpractice punishable | 16.6 |
| BC NCL not produced | Failure to produce Non-Creamy Layer Certificate: considered against open competition if otherwise eligible | 4.16 |
TGPSC MPSO ASO నియోగం 2026 – 102 పోస్టులు
తెలంగాణ పబ్లిక్ సర్వీస్ కమిషన్ (TGPSC) డైరెక్టరేట్ ఆఫ్ ఎకనామిక్స్ అండ్ స్టాటిస్టిక్స్లో మండల్ ప్లానింగ్ అండ్ స్టాటిస్టికల్ ఆఫీసర్ / అసిస్టెంట్ స్టాటిస్టికల్ ఆఫీసర్ పోస్టులకు 102 ఖాళీలకు నోటిఫికేషన్ విడుదల చేసింది. ఆన్లైన్ దరఖాస్తులు 30 అక్టోబర్ 2026 నుంచి 27 నవంబర్ 2026 (సాయంత్రం 5 గంటలు) వరకు.
చివరి తేదీ ఎప్పుడు? 27 నవంబర్ 2026 సాయంత్రం 5:00 గంటలు. దరఖాస్తులు 30 అక్టోబర్ నుంచి మొదలవుతాయి.
ఎవరు దరఖాస్తు చేయవచ్చు? స్టాటిస్టిక్స్తో బ్యాచిలర్ డిగ్రీ ఉన్నవారు లేదా మ్యాథమెటిక్స్/ఎకనామిక్స్/కామర్స్/కంప్యూటర్ సైన్స్లో స్టాటిస్టిక్స్ పేపర్ ఉన్నవారు. వయస్సు 1 జూలై 2026 నాటికి 18–44 సంవత్సరాలు.
దరఖాస్తు ఎలా చేయాలి? tgpsc.gov.in లో ఆన్లైన్లో. కొత్తవారు ముందు OTR చేయాలి. OTR అంటే దరఖాస్తు కాదు.
జీతం మరియు ఎంపిక ఎలా? పే స్కేల్ ₹36,750–1,06,990. ఆబ్జెక్టివ్ టైప్ రాత పరీక్ష. అధికారిక వెబ్సైట్: tgpsc.gov.in
How Are Candidates Selected?
- Objective Type Written Examination (OMR-based offline or Computer-Based Recruitment Test mode, as notified).
- Selection based on marks secured in the examination.
- Document verification and medical examination (sound health, free from defects).
- Allotment as per merit and web-option preference against available vacancies.
| Stage | What It Is | Marks / Weightage | Shortlisting / Qualifying Rule |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | Objective Type (Paper-I + Paper-II) | 300 (150 + 150) | Qualifying: OC/Sports/EWS 40%; BCs 35%; SC/ST/PH 30%. Mere minimum does not confer the right to selection. |
Tie-break (as printed): Local status (Telangana local first), then date of birth (elder higher), then marks in subject paper, then date of passing qualifying exam, then percentage, then higher qualification details. Commission’s decision is final in exceptional cases.
What Is the Exam Pattern?
| Paper / Section | Questions | Marks | Duration | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I: General Studies and General Abilities | 150 | 150 | 150 minutes | Objective, bilingual (English & Telugu) |
| Paper-II: Statistics (Degree Level) | 150 | 150 | 150 minutes | Objective |
| Total | 300 | 300 |
Negative marking: Negative marking is not mentioned in the notice.
Syllabus (from the notice's annexure)
Paper-I: Current Affairs (Regional, National, International); International Relations; General Science; Environmental issues and Disaster Management; Economy of India and Telangana; Geography of India with focus on Telangana; Indian Constitution and Polity (local self-Government); Society, Culture, Heritage of Telangana; Policies of Telangana; History of Modern India and Telangana; Logical Reasoning, Analytical Ability and Data Interpretation; Basic English.
Paper-II: Introduction to Statistics; Measures of Central Tendency, Dispersion, Skewness and Kurtosis; Probability; Random Variable and Distributions; Correlation and Regression; Time Series and Index Numbers; Sampling Techniques; Basics of Computers.
Where Is the Exam Held?
| State / UT | Exam Centres (every city printed) |
|---|---|
| Telangana | Hyderabad (including HMDA Jurisdiction), Karimnagar, Khammam, Warangal, Nizamabad (or as decided by the Commission) |
The Commission may allot any centre other than the one chosen. Requests for change of centre will not be entertained.
The SahisarkariJobs.in Analyst's Take – Is This Recruitment for You?
This is a regular direct recruitment for 102 zonal cadre statistical posts with a clear degree-level Statistics paper (150 marks out of 300). Zone VI alone has 25 seats; the smallest zone has 7. Qualifying marks are 40% for OC/EWS/Sports and lower for reserved categories, but mere qualifying does not guarantee selection.
Best fit: Candidates with a Statistics-linked Bachelor’s degree who are local to one of the seven Telangana zones and can prepare the degree-level Statistics syllabus alongside general studies.
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Skip if your degree has no Statistics component as required, or if you need an immediate joining (exam is tentative January 2027).
Practical tip: Complete OTR early if you are a first-time applicant and submit the specific application for this notification well before 27 November 2026, 5:00 PM.
What makes this recruitment different: 95% local reservation under the 2018 Public Employment Order and an upper age of 44 years after the 2026 G.O. enhancement.
What Documents Are Required?
At Application
- Photograph and signature (as per portal requirements during OTR/application)
- Details of educational qualification, community, disability, local status, etc., as fetched from OTR or entered
At Document Verification / Joining
- Educational certificates (degree with Statistics component)
- Community / EWS / Non-Creamy Layer / Disability certificates issued by competent Telangana Revenue Authorities (formats on Commission website)
- Local status proof as per G.O. definition
- Any other certificates claimed
⚠️ Document Alert Specific to This Recruitment
- Qualification result must be declared by 28 October 2026.
- Certificates must be from Telangana authorities for reservation claims; other-State candidates get no reservation.
- BC candidates need Non-Creamy Layer certificate (Form-VIIB); otherwise considered against OC only.
What Are the Service Conditions?
- Posts are in the zonal cadre; willing to serve anywhere in Telangana.
- No waiting list; unfilled and non-joining vacancies carried forward.
- Appointment subject to medical fitness (sound health, active habits, free from bodily defect or infirmity) and satisfactory character.
- Government employees must inform the Head of Office and produce an NOC when required.
What Happens After Selection?
- Document verification of originals.
- Medical examination.
- Allotment against vacancies as per merit and preference.
- Appointment subject to fitness and character.
✅ Confirmed: Written exam marks decide selection; medical fitness required.
❓ Not specified: Exact probation period or bond (not printed).
How Do Answer Keys & Objections Work?
The Commission publishes the key after the objective test. Objections within the stipulated period through the website link only (₹500 per question, reimbursed if sustained). Final key hosted after approval; no objections on final key. Marks for deleted questions distributed proportionally. Memorandum of marks available for ₹200 for 30 days after results (rejected candidates not issued).
General Instructions & Important Rules
- Applicants must visit the website regularly; no individual correspondence.
- Commission may conduct exam in OMR offline or CBRT mode and will notify.
- Normalisation of scores if multi-session CBRT (Annexure-VII).
- Commission’s decision is final in all matters; may alter conditions or cancel notification.
- Electronic gadgets banned in exam premises; malpractice under 1997 Act punishable.
Contact & Helpline
For technical problems related to online application and hall tickets: 040-23120301 or 040-23120302, Off: 040-22445566 or 040-67445566 (10:30 AM to 5:00 PM on working days) or mail to helpdesk@tgpsc.gov.in.
Check the TGPSC Official Website for updates.
⚠️ Contact details are from the official notification/website. Verify before contacting. Never pay money to anyone offering job assistance. Report fraud at cybercrime.gov.in.
Important Links – TGPSC Mandal Planning and Statistical Officer / Assistant Statistical Officer Notification 2026
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | TGPSC Online Application (opens 30 October 2026) |
| Notification PDF | TGPSC MPSO/ASO Notification 2026 (PDF) |
| Official Recruitment Page | TGPSC Official Website |
FAQs – TGPSC Mandal Planning and Statistical Officer / Assistant Statistical Officer 2026
What is the last date to apply for TGPSC Mandal Planning and Statistical Officer / Assistant Statistical Officer 2026?
27 November 2026 at 5:00 PM. Applications open from 30 October 2026. No extension has been announced as of 29 October 2026.
What is the age limit for TGPSC Mandal Planning and Statistical Officer / Assistant Statistical Officer?
18 to 44 years as on 1 July 2026 for UR. Relaxations as printed (SC/ST/BC/EWS +5, PH +10, etc.). Age is calculated as on 1 July 2026.
Is there an exam for TGPSC Mandal Planning and Statistical Officer / Assistant Statistical Officer, or is it interview-based?
Yes — Objective Type Written Examination (two papers, 300 marks total). No interview stage is mentioned.
What is the salary for Mandal Planning and Statistical Officer / Assistant Statistical Officer posts in this recruitment?
Scale of Pay ₹36,750–1,06,990.
Can final-year students apply for this recruitment?
No — the result of the requisite degree must have been declared by the university as on 28 October 2026.
Is this Mandal Planning and Statistical Officer / Assistant Statistical Officer post a permanent government job?
The notice is for general recruitment (direct recruitment) under State and Subordinate Service Rules. Probation and confirmation details are not printed separately.
Can candidates from outside Telangana apply?
Yes, but they are not entitled to any kind of reservation. 95% local reservation applies.
Where will selected candidates be posted?
Anywhere in Telangana. Posts are zonal cadre.
What is the exam pattern for this recruitment?
Paper-I General Studies and General Abilities (150 questions, 150 marks, 150 minutes) and Paper-II Statistics Degree Level (150 questions, 150 marks, 150 minutes). Tentative in January 2027.
Before You Apply: Quick Self-Check
- You meet the age condition as of 1 July 2026 and qualify by 28 October 2026.
- You meet the condition that determines this recruitment: Bachelor’s degree with the required Statistics component.
- You can produce every document and certificate the notice requires at verification.
- You are ready for the selection stage that applies to your post: an objective written examination.
- You accept the posting terms: willing to serve anywhere in Telangana.
📄 Primary source: Notification No. 07/G/ES/2026, Telangana Public Service Commission, dated 28 October 2026 (linked under Important Links). The recruitment facts above come from that notice; tips and estimates are labelled where they appear.
