Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) has notified the Mandal Planning and Statistical Officer / Assistant Statistical Officer (MPSO/ASO) recruitment. The written exam has two papers: General Studies and General Abilities, and degree-level Statistics. This page covers the exam pattern, the topic-wise syllabus and a preparation plan.
Quick Summary
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) |
| Post | Mandal Planning and Statistical Officer / Assistant Statistical Officer |
| Department | Directorate of Economics and Statistics, Telangana |
| Number of Papers | 2 (objective type) |
| Total Marks | 300 |
| Selection Process | Written exam, document verification, medical exam |
| Exam Mode | OMR-based offline or Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT), as notified |
| Medium | English and Telugu (Paper I bilingual) |
| Official Website | tgpsc.gov.in |
Telangana ASO Exam Pattern 2026
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies & General Abilities | 150 | 150 | 150 minutes |
| Paper II | Statistics (degree level) | 150 | 150 | 150 minutes |
| Total | 300 | 300 | 300 minutes |
| Marking Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Question Type | Objective (MCQ) |
| Negative Marking | 1/3 mark per wrong answer (verify in notification) |
| Medium of Exam | English and Telugu |
Paper I Syllabus: General Studies & General Abilities
| Topic | What to Study |
|---|---|
| History of Telangana | Formation of the state and the movement behind it |
| Current Affairs | National and international events |
| Constitution and Governance | Indian Constitution and the local self-government system |
| English | Basic English language skills |
| Geography | Geography of India, with special focus on Telangana |
| Society and Culture | Culture, arts, society, literature and heritage of Telangana |
| General Science | Science, plus India’s achievements in science and technology |
| Economy | Indian economy, with emphasis on Telangana |
| Environment | Environment and disaster management systems |
| State Policies | Policies and schemes of the Telangana government |
Some listings also mention logical reasoning and modern Indian history. Check the official syllabus annexure.
Paper II Syllabus: Statistics (Degree Level)
| Topic | What to Study |
|---|---|
| Basics of Computers | Number systems (binary, decimal, octal, hexadecimal), bits and bytes |
| Averages and Spread | Measures of central tendency and dispersion, skewness, kurtosis |
| Probability | Random experiments, sample space, events and probability |
| Random Variables | Bernoulli, Binomial and Poisson distributions |
| Correlation and Regression | Karl Pearson and Spearman methods |
| Index Numbers and Time Series | Meaning, importance and methods |
| Data Handling | Data collection, frequency distribution and presentation |
Paper II is degree-level Statistics, so the full syllabus can be wider than this list. Download the official syllabus annexure from the TGPSC website.
Marks Weightage
| Paper | Marks | Share of Total |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I (General Studies) | 150 | 50% |
| Paper II (Statistics) | 150 | 50% |
Preparation Strategy
| Area | Plan |
|---|---|
| Paper II (Statistics) | Start with the basics, then solve numerical problems every day |
| Paper I (Telangana topics) | Read history, economy, geography and state schemes from reliable notes |
| Current Affairs | Read a daily newspaper and keep short notes on Telangana news |
| Negative Marking | Attempt questions you are sure about and avoid blind guesses |
| Practice | Solve previous year papers and full mock tests on a timer |
| Revision | Revise weekly from your own short notes |
Preparation Tips
| Tip | Details |
|---|---|
| Split study time | Give both papers equal time since they carry equal marks |
| Build basics first | Make Statistics concepts clear before solving hard problems |
| Use the bilingual paper | Read Paper I questions in both English and Telugu if it helps |
| Track mistakes | Keep a notebook of wrong answers and review it weekly |
| Take mocks | Practise in the same mode as the exam (OMR or computer) |
Important Links
| Link | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Official Website | TGPSC Official Website |
| ASO Notification 2026 | View Notification |
| Official Syllabus | View Syllabus |
| Previous Year Papers | [Add your TSPSC ASO PYQ post link] |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the Telangana ASO exam pattern 2026?
The written exam has two papers of 150 questions and 150 marks each, so the total is 300 marks. Each paper is 150 minutes long.
Q2. What subjects are in the Telangana ASO exam?
Paper I is General Studies and General Abilities, and Paper II is degree-level Statistics.
Q3. Is there negative marking in the Telangana ASO exam?
Reports mention 1/3 mark deducted per wrong answer. Check the official notification to confirm.
Q4. In which language is the exam conducted?
The exam is bilingual, in English and Telugu.
Q5. Is the exam online or offline?
TGPSC may hold it as an OMR-based offline test or a Computer Based Recruitment Test, as notified.
Q6. What is the selection process?
A written exam, document verification and a medical exam.
Q7. How can I download the official syllabus?
Open the TGPSC website, go to the notification section and download the notification with the syllabus annexure.
Q8. When can I apply?
Online applications run from 30 October to 27 November 2026 on the TGPSC website.
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