The Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) has officially released a recruitment notification for the position of Assistant Director of Town Planning within the Town and Country Planning Department. This recruitment drive offers an excellent opportunity for qualified professionals in architecture, civil engineering, and planning to secure a prestigious state government job in Telangana. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official commission website within the stipulated window.
TGPSC Assistant Director of Town Planning Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Recruitment Authority | Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) |
| Post Name | Assistant Director of Town Planning |
| Department | Town and Country Planning Department |
| Notification Number | 05/G/TP/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 10 |
| Job Location | Telangana |
| Mode of Application | Online |
TGPSC Town Planning Assistant Jobs: Important Dates
| Event | Date / Schedule |
| Notification Date | July 6, 2026 |
| Start Date for Online Application | July 10, 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application | August 17, 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| Hall Ticket Download | 7 days prior to the examination date |
| Tentative Examination Schedule | October 2026 |
Telangana Town Planning Assistant Vacancy Details
A total of 10 provisional vacancies have been announced for the Assistant Director of Town Planning post. These positions are distributed across Multi-Zone I and Multi-Zone II cadres, subject to applicable state reservation rules for various social and special categories.
| Post Name | Cadre Type | Number of Vacancies |
| Assistant Director of Town Planning | Multi-Zonal (Multi-Zone I & II) | 10 |
Educational Qualifications
Candidates must possess the required academic qualification declared by a recognized university as of the notification date (July 6, 2026). The qualification requirements are split into two mandatory components:
Core Basic Degree (Any one of the following):
B.Arch
B.E. / B.Tech (Civil)
B.Planning / B.Tech (Planning)
M.A. (Geography)
M.Sc. (Geography)
M.Sc. (Geoinformatics)
AND
Mandatory Post Graduate Qualification:
Must possess a Post Graduate Degree or Diploma in Town and Country Planning from a recognized University in India incorporated by a Central or State Act, or an Associate-ship/Fellowship of the Institute of Town Planners of India, or an equivalent membership recognized by the UGC.
Salary Scale
Selected candidates will receive a competitive salary package as per state government norms.
Scale of Pay: Rs. 58,850 – 1,37,050/- per month.
Age Limit (As of July 1, 2026)
Minimum Age: 18 years (Candidate must not be born after July 1, 2008)
Maximum Age: 44 years (Candidate must not be born before July 2, 1982)
Age Relaxations:
The upper age limit is relaxable for specific categories as follows:
| Category | Age Relaxation Allowed |
| SC / ST / BCs & EWS | 5 Years |
| Physically Handicapped (PwD) | 10 Years |
| Telangana State Government Employees | Up to 5 Years (based on length of service) |
| Ex-Servicemen / NCC Instructors | 3 Years + length of service rendered |
Selection Process
The selection process is purely merit-based and rests on the performance of candidates in a written examination.
Written Examination (Objective Type): Conducted either via Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) mode or OMR-based offline mode.
Document Verification: Verification of original certificates for shortlisted candidates.
Exam Pattern & Scheme:
Paper-I: General Studies and General Abilities | 150 Questions | 150 Minutes | 150 Marks (Bilingual: English & Telugu)
Paper-II: Subject Concerned (P.G. Level) | 150 Questions | 150 Minutes | 300 Marks (English only)
Total Marks: 450 Marks
Application Fee
The application fee varies depending on the candidate’s category and employment status.
Application Processing Fee: Rs. 1000/- for OC & BC categories; Rs. 500/- for SC, ST, and PwD candidates.
Examination Fee: Rs. 120/-.
Fee Exemption: All unemployed candidates are completely exempted from paying the examination fee. Government, PSU, and Corporation employees must pay the full exam fee.
How to Apply
Go to the official website of the Telangana Public Service Commission.
Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process if applying for the first time to obtain a unique TGPSC ID. If already registered, log in directly using your TGPSC ID and Date of Birth via the OTP received on your mobile.
Click on the online application link for the Assistant Director of Town Planning notification.
Verify the details fetched from the OTR database (Name, Qualifications, Category, etc.) displayed on the screen.
Select your preferred written examination center from the available options.
Preview all the application fields carefully to ensure there are no errors.
Click on the “Save & Payment” option to pay the application processing and examination fees through the online payment gateway (Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI).
Submit the application form and download the final system-generated PDF copy for future reference.
Official Links
| TGPSC Town Planning Assistant Notification PDF | Click Here |
| TGPSC Town Planning Assistant Apply Online Link | Click Here |
