TG SET Preliminary Key 2026: Osmania University, Hyderabad, has released the preliminary answer key for the Telangana State Eligibility Test (TG SET) 2026. Candidates who appeared for the examination between September 28 and September 30, 2026, can now access their response sheets along with the provisional answer keys on the official website. The TG SET exam is a crucial step for candidates aspiring to secure Assistant Professor and Lecturer roles across universities and degree colleges in Telangana. Along with the key, the examination authority has opened the objection window, allowing candidates to challenge any discrepancies before the final results are compiled.
TG SET 2026 Preliminary Key
TG-SET Examination was conducted on 28th, 29th and 30th September, 2026 in CBT Mode across Telangana. The Provisional Answer Key (s), along with the Question Papers with recorded responses, will be available on the websites: www.telangaset.org and www.osmania.ac.in for interested candidates to challenge.
The candidates who are not satisfied with the Provisional Answer Key may challenge the same by paying a fee of Rs. 200/- (Rupees Two Hundred Only) per question challenged, as a non refundable processing fee. However, if the challenged answer is found correct, the fee will be refundable. The duration for the Answer Key Challenge is given below:
TG SET 2026 Answer Key: Overview
| Exam Name | Telangana State Eligibility Test (TG SET) 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Osmania University, Hyderabad |
| Post Name | Assistant Professor / Lecturer Eligibility |
| Exam Dates | September 28, 29, and 30, 2026 |
| Total Subjects | 29 Subjects |
| Answer Key Status | Released (Provisional) |
| Objection Window | October 12 to October 15, 2026 |
| Expected Result Date | November 2026 |
| Official Website | telanganaset.org |
TG SET 2026 Objection Process and Deadline
To ensure fairness and transparency in the evaluation process, the examination authority has provided a dedicated objection-raising module. If candidates find any errors or have valid arguments against the answers provided in the provisional key, they can submit their challenges online.
| Examination | Duration of Answer Key Challenge | Last date of payment |
| TG-SET-2026 | 12-10-2026: 3.00 PM to 15-10-2026: 11.00 PM | 15-10-2026 (up to 11:00 PM) |
The Payment of processing fee may be made (through Credit Card/ Debit Card /Net Bank Modes. No challenge will be entertained without receipt of the processing fee. The challenge shall not be accepted through any other mode.
TG SET 2026 Objection Process and Deadline
To ensure fairness and transparency in the evaluation process, the examination authority has provided a dedicated objection-raising module. If candidates find any errors or have valid arguments against the answers provided in the provisional key, they can submit their challenges online.
- Objection Dates: The online portal to raise objections is active from October 12 to October 15, 2026.
- Objection Fee: Candidates are required to pay a processing fee for each question challenged.
- Supporting Proof: It is mandatory to upload valid documentary evidence or standard textbook references to substantiate the challenge. Objections submitted without proper proof or after the deadline will not be entertained by the expert committee.
TG SET 2026 Result Date and Next Steps
Once the objection window closes on October 15, a panel of subject experts will review all the submitted challenges. Based on this review, a Final Answer Key will be formulated.
The TG SET 2026 Results are expected to be declared in November 2026. Candidates who meet the qualifying cut-off criteria will be shortlisted in the final merit list and will undergo physical document verification (checking of PG certificates, caste/reservation documents, etc.) scheduled for late November or December 2026. Ultimately, qualified candidates will be awarded the Eligibility Certificate for Assistant Professor/Lecturer roles.
How to Check the TG SET 2026 Answer Key
Follow the steps below to download your response sheet and the preliminary answer key:
- Visit the official TG SET portal at telanganaset.org.
- On the homepage, navigate to the “Latest Updates” or the prominent link for “TG SET 2026 Answer Key & Response Sheet.”
- You will be redirected to the candidate login module.
- Enter your Hall Ticket Number, Date of Birth, and the displayed security key.
- Click on the “Submit” button to access your dashboard.
- Download your subject-wise answer key and candidate response sheet in PDF format.
- Cross-check your answers and proceed to the “Objection Module” if you wish to challenge any questions.
Official Links
- TG SET Answer Key 2026: Click Here
- Official TG SET Website: telanganaset.org
- Osmania University Portal: osmania.ac.in
