Chemistry graduates, listen up. The Telangana Public Service Commission just dropped a recruitment notification that you seriously cannot scroll past. 20 government jobs. Permanent position. Rs. 45,960 to Rs. 1,24,150 monthly salary. No interview. Just crack one exam and you are in.
Here is everything you need to know, fast.
What Is This Job?
Post: Assistant Scientist (Analyst Grade-II) Where: Telangana Pollution Control Board (TSPCB) Total Seats: 20 Notification No: 01/OG/PC/2026 Official Site: tgpsc.gov.in
You will be doing real science work — lab testing, water and air quality analysis, pollution monitoring, chemical examination. Your Chemistry degree actually gets used here, not just listed on paper.
Quick Snapshot
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Organisation | TGPSC, Hyderabad |
| Post | Assistant Scientist (Analyst Grade-II) |
| Total Vacancies | 20 |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 45,960 – 1,24,150/month |
| Apply From | 27 April 2026 |
| Last Date | 25 May 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Exam Date | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Selection | Written Exam Only, No Interview |
| Official Website | tgpsc.gov.in |
| Official Notification | Download Now |
Who Can Apply?
Qualification: Any Bachelor’s Degree with Chemistry as one of the subjects from a recognized Indian university. That includes BSc Chemistry, BSc PCM, BSc PCB, and similar combinations.
Age (as on 01/07/2026): Minimum 18 years, Maximum 34 years.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / BC / EWS | 5 Years |
| Physically Handicapped | 10 Years |
| Telangana Govt Employees | Up to 5 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 Years + Service Length |
| NCC Instructors | 3 Years + Service Length |
Vacancy Breakup by Category
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Open Category (OC) | 08 (1 Carry Forward) |
| EWS | 02 |
| BC-A | 01 |
| BC-B | 01 |
| BC-D | 01 |
| SC | 01 |
| ST | 02 (1 Carry Forward) |
| Hearing Handicapped | 03 |
| Sports Quota | 01 |
| Total | 20 |
Application Fee
| Category | Processing Fee | Exam Fee |
|---|---|---|
| OC and BC | Rs. 1,000 | Rs. 80 |
| SC, ST, PwD | Rs. 500 | Rs. 80 |
| Unemployed Candidates | Same as above | Exempt |
Fee is non-refundable. Pay carefully.
The Exam: What You Are Actually Preparing For
Two papers. Both objective type. Both equally important.
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Time | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies & General Abilities | 150 | 150 mins | 150 |
| Paper II | Chemistry | 150 | 150 mins | 150 |
| Total | 300 | 300 mins | 300 |
Missing either paper means instant disqualification. Attend both without fail.
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Marks Required |
|---|---|
| OC / EWS / Sports | 40% |
| Backward Classes (BC) | 35% |
| SC / ST / PH | 30% |
What Is in the Syllabus?
Paper I covers Current Affairs, Telangana History and Culture, Indian Constitution, Geography, Economy, Logical Reasoning, and Basic English. Standard General Studies material.
Paper II is where the real game is. It covers:
Inorganic Chemistry: Atomic structure, periodic table, chemical bonding, coordination compounds, chemistry of s, p, d, and f block elements, extraction of metals, nuclear chemistry.
Organic Chemistry: Aliphatic and aromatic compounds, stereochemistry, biomolecules (carbohydrates, amino acids, fats), reaction mechanisms, spectroscopy basics.
Physical Chemistry: Thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, electrochemistry, phase rule, colligative properties, colloids, photochemistry, catalysis.
Environmental and Analytical Chemistry: This section is gold for this exam specifically. Air, water, soil, noise pollution, treatment technologies, water quality analysis, volumetric and gravimetric analysis, chromatography, UV, IR, NMR spectroscopy. Because you are applying to a Pollution Control Board, expect heavy focus on environmental chemistry topics.
How to Apply in 5 Simple Steps
Step 1: Go to tgpsc.gov.in
Step 2: If new, complete One Time Registration (OTR) to get your TGPSC ID. OTR alone is NOT an application.
Step 3: Login using your TGPSC ID, Date of Birth, and OTP on your mobile.
Step 4: Fill application, select exam centre, upload photo (100–200 KB) and signature (20–30 KB).
Step 5: Pay fee online via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI. Download your PDF application. Done.
For technical issues: Call 040-23120301 or email helpdesk@tgpsc.gov.in between 10:30 AM and 5:00 PM on working days.
Important Dates at a Glance
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 20 April 2026 |
| Application Opens | 27 April 2026 |
| Application Closes | 25 May 2026 at 5:00 PM |
| Hall Ticket Download | 7 days before exam |
| Written Examination | July 2026 (Exact date coming soon) |
Exam Centres
Hyderabad (HMDA jurisdiction), Warangal, Karimnagar, Khammam, and Nizamabad.
Smart Preparation Tips
Focus on Environmental Chemistry first. You are applying to a Pollution Control Board, and the syllabus explicitly covers air, water, soil, noise pollution, treatment technologies, and water quality standards in detail. This is your biggest scoring edge.
For Physical Chemistry, practice numerical problems daily especially thermodynamics, kinetics, and electrochemistry. For Organic Chemistry, master reaction mechanisms and stereochemistry. For General Studies, focus on Telangana-specific topics: history, culture, economy, and current affairs related to the state.
Solve previous TGPSC question papers to understand difficulty level and question patterns. Topics like coordination compounds, thermodynamics, and environmental pollution tend to repeat across exams.
Documents to Keep Ready
Before you begin your application, keep these scanned and ready: educational qualification certificates, SSC certificate for date of birth proof, community certificate (for SC, ST, BC candidates issued by a Tahsildar), Non-Creamy Layer certificate (for BC candidates), EWS income certificate (for EWS candidates), disability certificate in SADAREM format (for PwD candidates), sports certificate (if claiming sports quota), and a recent passport-size photograph.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an interview round? No. Selection is purely based on written exam marks. No interview whatsoever.
Can candidates from other states apply? Yes. But reservation benefits apply only to Telangana residents.
Is there negative marking? The official notification does not mention negative marking. Exact instructions will appear on the Hall Ticket.
Can the application be modified after submission? Generally no. Double check everything before clicking submit.
Is there a waiting list? No waiting list is maintained as per government rules. Unfilled vacancies are carried forward to the next recruitment.
What happens if two candidates score equal marks? Tiebreakers are applied in this order: local Telangana candidates get priority, then older candidates by date of birth, then marks in the Chemistry paper, then date of passing, then percentage in qualifying exam.
Final Word
20 seats. One exam. No interview. A permanent government post at a top state regulatory body with a salary touching Rs. 1.24 lakh per month at the top of the scale. If you have Chemistry in your degree, there is genuinely no reason to miss this one.
Apply before 25 May 2026. Prepare smart. Focus on environmental chemistry. And keep checking tgpsc.gov.in regularly for hall ticket and exam date updates.