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Key Facts: TSPSC Group 2 Exam

4 papers

Objective written papers

TSPSC official syllabus

600 marks

Total exam marks (150 per paper)

TSPSC official syllabus

40% / 35% / 30%

Qualifying marks (OC-Sports-EWS / BCs / SCs-STs-PH)

TSPSC Notification No. 28/2022

Rs. 320

Total application & exam fee

TSPSC official notification

No Interview

Selection based on written merit only

G.O.Ms.No.47 / Notification No. 28/2022

The TSPSC Group II exam consists of 4 objective written papers (150 questions and 150 marks each, 2.5 hours duration per paper) for a total of 600 marks. Confirm any wrong-answer penalty in the latest TGPSC notification. The total application and exam fee is Rs. 320 (unemployed applicants are exempt from the exam fee). There is no interview stage.

Sample TSPSC Group 2 Practice Questions

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1Which of the following schemes was launched by the Government of Telangana to provide financial assistance for the marriage of brides from under-privileged families?
A.Kalyana Lakshmi Scheme
B.Rythu Bandhu
C.Aasara Pensions
D.Kanti Velugu
Explanation: The Kalyana Lakshmi Scheme (along with Shaadi Mubarak for minorities) was launched by the Telangana government in 2014 to provide a one-time financial assistance of Rs. 1,00,116 to brides from SC, ST, BC, and EBC families to ease marriage expenses.
2Which major river of South India enters the state of Telangana at Basara in the Adilabad (Nirmal) district?
A.Musi
B.Godavari
C.Krishna
D.Tungabhadra
Explanation: The Godavari River, the second longest river in India, enters Telangana at Basara in Nirmal (formerly part of Adilabad) district. Basara is also famous for the Gnana Saraswati Temple.
3Telangana shares its state boundaries with four other Indian states. Which of the following is NOT one of these bordering states?
A.Karnataka
B.Chhattisgarh
C.Tamil Nadu
D.Maharashtra
Explanation: Telangana is a landlocked state bordered by Maharashtra to the north and northwest, Karnataka to the west, Chhattisgarh to the northeast, and Andhra Pradesh to the south and east. It does not share a border with Tamil Nadu.
4Who was the last Nizam of the Hyderabad State, ruling until its integration into the Indian Union in 1948?
A.Mir Mahbub Ali Khan
B.Sikandar Jah
C.Asaf Jah I
D.Mir Osman Ali Khan
Explanation: Mir Osman Ali Khan (Nizam VII) was the last ruling Nizam of the Hyderabad State from 1911 to 1948. Following Operation Polo in September 1948, Hyderabad integrated into the Union of India.
5Which of the following festivals, celebrated predominantly by women in Telangana, involves the creation of floral stacks arranged in concentric circles representing temple gopurams?
A.Bathukamma
B.Bonalu
C.Sammakka Saralamma Jatara
D.Ugadi
Explanation: Bathukamma is a floral festival celebrated by Hindu women in Telangana during Navratri. Beautiful flower stacks (using local flowers like gunugu, tangedu, and banthi) are created and worshiped as Goddess Gauri.
6The historic Ramappa Temple, which was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2021, is located in which district of Telangana?
A.Bhupalpally
B.Mulugu
C.Warangal
D.Hanamkonda
Explanation: The Ramappa Temple (Rudreshwara Temple), built during the Kakatiya period in 1213 AD by general Recharla Rudra, is located in Palampet village of Mulugu district (previously part of Jayashankar Bhupalpally/Warangal).
7Which state government initiative provides a one-stop business portal to simplify clearances for industries setting up operations in Telangana, guaranteeing approval within 15 days?
A.T-HUB
B.T-FIBER
C.TS-iPASS
D.TS-bPASS
Explanation: TS-iPASS (Telangana State Industrial Project Approval and Self-Certification System) was enacted in 2014. It provides a single-window clearance system for industrial projects, guaranteeing clearances within 15 days for mega projects.
8Which water body, constructed in 1563 by Hussain Shah Wali, connects the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad?
A.Osman Sagar
B.Himayat Sagar
C.Mir Alam Tank
D.Hussain Sagar
Explanation: Hussain Sagar is a heart-shaped lake built in 1563 by Hussain Shah Wali during the reign of Ibrahim Qutb Shah. It was constructed to meet the water needs of Hyderabad and acts as a link to Secunderabad.
9Which of the following soils is the most widely distributed soil type in Telangana, especially suitable for dry-land farming?
A.Red Soils
B.Black Soils
C.Alluvial Soils
D.Laterite Soils
Explanation: Red soils (mostly red sandy soils or chalkas) are the most dominant soil type in Telangana, covering nearly 48% of the total geographic area. They are coarse-textured, well-drained, and suitable for dry crops like maize, millets, and pulses.
10Which wildlife sanctuary in Telangana, located in the Godavari basin around a tributary reservoir, is noted for riverine forest habitat and a mugger crocodile population?
A.Pocharam Wildlife Sanctuary
B.Kinnerasani Wildlife Sanctuary
C.Kawal Wildlife Sanctuary
D.Eturnagaram Wildlife Sanctuary
Explanation: Kinnerasani Wildlife Sanctuary in Bhadradri Kothagudem district lies in the forest range around the Kinnerasani River, a Godavari tributary. The sanctuary and reservoir support diverse wildlife, including mugger crocodiles.

About the TSPSC Group 2 Exam

The TGPSC/TSPSC Group-II Services Examination is a premier state-level competitive exam in Telangana. It recruits candidates for key executive and non-executive posts under the state administration, such as Municipal Commissioner Grade-III, Assistant Section Officer (ASO), Sub-Registrar Grade-II, and Prohibition & Excise Sub-Inspector. The exam follows an objective-type written format consisting of four papers: Paper I (General Studies and General Abilities), Paper II (History, Polity and Society), Paper III (Economy and Development), and Paper IV (Telangana Movement and State Formation). Each paper contains 150 questions and carries 150 marks, with a duration of 2.5 hours per paper (total of 600 marks and 10 hours of testing). Notification No. 28/2022 does not state a wrong-answer penalty; always confirm the marking scheme in the latest official notification. There is no personal interview; selection is based on written examination marks and subsequent certificate verification.

Questions

600 scored questions

Time Limit

10 hours total

Passing Score

Qualifying marks: 40% for OC, 35% for BCs, 30% for SCs/STs/PHs; merit-based selection

Exam Fee

Rs. 320 total (Rs. 200 processing + Rs. 120 exam fee; unemployed applicants are exempt from the exam fee) (Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC/TSPSC))

TSPSC Group 2 Exam Content Outline

25.0%

Paper I: General Studies & General Abilities

150 questions on current events, general science, disaster management, geography of India/Telangana, state policies, logical reasoning, and basic English.

25.0%

Paper II: History, Polity and Society

150 questions covering the socio-cultural history of India and Telangana, the Indian Constitution and politics, and social structure, issues, and public policies.

25.0%

Paper III: Economy and Development

150 questions covering the Indian Economy, the Economy and Development of Telangana, and broader development and environmental challenges.

25.0%

Paper IV: Telangana Movement and State Formation

150 questions tracing the history of the statehood movement in three phases: The Idea of Telangana (1948–1970), the Mobilisational Phase (1971–1990), and the path Towards State Formation (1991–2014).

How to Pass the TSPSC Group 2 Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Qualifying marks: 40% for OC, 35% for BCs, 30% for SCs/STs/PHs; merit-based selection
  • Exam length: 600 questions
  • Time limit: 10 hours total
  • Exam fee: Rs. 320 total (Rs. 200 processing + Rs. 120 exam fee; unemployed applicants are exempt from the exam fee)

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

TSPSC Group 2 Study Tips from Top Performers

1Dedicate significant study time to Paper IV (Telangana Movement) as it represents a dedicated 150-mark paper unique to this state exam.
2Use official Telangana government publications, such as the Socio-Economic Outlook, for the latest economic indicators and policy data in Paper III.
3Practice mock papers for logical reasoning and basic English to secure high scores in Paper I.
4Confirm the latest TGPSC marking instructions before exam day, including any wrong-answer penalty stated in the current notification.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TSPSC Group 2 exam pattern?

The exam is entirely objective-type, consisting of four papers of 150 questions and 150 marks each. The total duration is 10 hours (2.5 hours per paper), and the maximum score is 600 marks.

Is there negative marking in TSPSC Group 2?

Notification No. 28/2022 (Group-II Services) does not expressly state a 0.25 wrong-answer penalty in the scheme text. Coaching sites often claim 0.25 negative marking, but candidates should verify the marking instructions in the latest official TGPSC notification and exam instructions.

Is there an interview round for Group 2 services?

No. In accordance with government orders, interviews have been abolished for TSPSC Group-II services. Selection is based solely on written exam merit and certificate verification.