The Telangana Public Service Commission has announced new job openings for people who want to work in the agriculture field in Telangana. There are 19 posts making this a major chance for agriculture graduates.
The official notification gives full details about eligibility, vacancy distribution, application steps and important dates, candidates should read it carefully and keep documents ready before applying online.
TSPSC Seed Certification Officer Notification: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) |
| Authority | Telangana Seed & Organic Certification Authority |
| Notification No. | 03/OG/SD/2026 |
| Post Name | Seed Certification Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 19 Posts |
| Job Location | Telangana, India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://www.tgpsc.gov.in/ |
Vacancy Details
A total of 19 vacancies have been announced for the state level cadre.
| Category | Vacancy Count (Including Carried Forward) |
| Open Competition (OC) | 4 |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | 3 |
| Backward Classes – B (BC-B) | 1 |
| Backward Classes – D (BC-D) | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 |
| Persons with Disabilities (PH) | 2 |
| Sports Quota | 1 |
| Total Vacancies | 19 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Prescribed Academic Qualification |
| Seed Certification Officer | Basic Degree in Agriculture along with a Post Graduation degree M.Sc.(Ag.) in Seed Technology, Plant Breeding, Agronomy, or Plant Physiology from any institution recognized by the ICAR. |
Age Limit
- Minimum Age Limit: 18 Years (Candidate must not be born after 01/07/2008).
- Maximum Age Limit: 44 Years (Candidate must not be born before 02/07/1982).
Relaxations in the upper age limit are provided to various reserved categories under official state mandates:
| Category of Candidates | Age Relaxation Permissible |
| SC / ST / BCs & EWS | 5 Years |
| Physically Handicapped (PH) Persons | 10 Years |
| Telangana State Government Employees | Up to 5 Years (Based on regular service length; Corporations/Municipalities excluded) |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 Years + length of service rendered in the armed forces |
| N.C.C. (Whole-time Cadet Corps Instructors) | 3 Years + length of service rendered in the N.C.C. |
Salary and Benefits
- Pay Scale: ₹51,320 – ₹1,27,310/- per month.
Benefits:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance
- Medical facilities for self and family
- Provident Fund and Pension
Selection Process
Stage 1: Written Examination
- Candidates are required to pass an objective type assessment to qualify for the next round.
- The examination consists of two separate papers.
- It is conducted either offline (using OMR sheets) or online as a Computer Based Test (CBT).
Stage 2: Document Verification
- You are required to produce all original academic and personal documents for the board’s review.
Stage 3: Medical Examination
- Final selection is subject to clearing a mandatory health and fitness assessment.
- Your final appointment is strictly conditional upon securing this medical clearance.
Exam Pattern
| Paper Name | Question Count | Duration | Maximum Marks | Language Mode |
| Paper-I: General Studies and General Abilities | 150 | 150 Minutes | 150 | Bilingual (English & Telugu) |
| Paper-II: Subject Concerned (P.G. Level Syllabus) | 150 | 150 Minutes | 150 | English Only |
| Total Evaluation Matrix | 300 Questions | 300 Minutes | 300 Marks |
Documents Required
Candidates must keep scanned copies of the following documents ready before initiating the online application process:
- Printed Application Form and Exam Hall Ticket: Your downloaded PDF application and official admit card.
- Valid Government ID Proof: An official ID like a PAN Card, Voter ID, Passport, Driving License, or Aadhaar Card.
- Class 10th (S.S.C.) Certificate: Used as official proof of your Date of Birth.
- School Study Certificates (Class 1 to 7): To prove your local status, or a valid Residence Certificate as an alternative.
- Marksheets and Degree Certificates: Your educational documents to prove you have the required Agriculture and Post-Graduate qualifications.
- Community/Caste Certificate: For SC, ST or BC categories, officially issued by the state revenue department.
- Non-Creamy Layer Certificate: Required for Backward Class candidates (Form-VIIB).
- Income Certificate: Valid for the current financial year, if you are applying under the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) category.
- Medical Disability Certificate: Issued in the SADAREM format, only if you are applying under the Physically Handicapped (PH) quota.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC): Required from your current employer only if you are already working in a government job.
Application Fee
| Applicant Category | Processing Fee | Examination Fee | Total Amount Payable |
| Open Category (OC) & BC Employees | ₹1000/- | ₹80/- | ₹1080/- |
| SC, ST, & PwD Employees | ₹500/- | ₹80/- | ₹580/- |
| Unemployed Applicants (All Categories) | Applicable Rate | Exempted | ₹1000/- (OC/BC) or ₹500/- (SC/ST/PH) |
How to Apply Online
Eligible aspirants should follow these step by step points to successfully submit their application:
Step 1: Visit the official TGPSC website at https://www.tgpsc.gov.in/.
Step 2: If you are a new user, complete the One Time Registration (OTR) to enter your basic details and generate your unique TGPSC ID.
Step 3: If you are already registered, log in using your TGPSC ID, Date of Birth and the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
Step 4: Click on the active application link for Notification 03/2026.
Step 5: Carefully review the personal details auto-filled from your OTR profile, select your preferred exam centers and ensure all information is accurate.
Step 6: Preview your application, click Save and proceed to the online payment page to pay the application fee.
Step 7: Complete the payment using Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI.
Step 8: Download and save the generated PDF application form. Make sure to keep your Reference ID Number safe for future correspondence.
| Apply Online Link | Click Now |
| Official Notification | Download Official PDF Notice |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Important Dates
| Event Phase | Scheduled Date / Deadline |
| Official Notification Date | 2nd July 2026 |
| Online Application Commences | 7th July 2026 |
| Last Date & Time for Submission | 12th August 2026 (5:00 pm) |
| Hall Ticket Availability Window | 7 Days prior to the active exam date |
| Tentative Written Examination Window | October 2026 |
Final Thought
The TGPSC Seed Certification Officer job is a good chance to build a safe and steady career in the agriculture department. The salary is decent and the growth is stable. They should focus on general subjects first and then move to higher-level topics in agriculture science.
It is better to finish the online profile and submit documents early because the portal may slow down near the deadline. Success in this exam will depend on regular practice and clear knowledge of seed technology, agronomy and plant breeding.
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process feel free to leave a comment below, we will try to answer as soon as possible.
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