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TGPSC Group 2 Syllabus and Exam Pattern: All Four Papers Explained
TGPSC Group 2 is a four-paper objective exam with a strong Telangana focus. Here is what each paper covers.
Pragnya IAS Academy, Hyderabad · Updated 16 October 2026 · 7 min read
Paper-wise pattern
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| I | General Studies & General Abilities (current affairs, science, environment, reasoning, Telangana society and culture) | 150 |
| II | History (socio-cultural history of India and Telangana), Indian Constitution & Polity, Social structure and public policies | 150 |
| III | Indian economy, Telangana economy, issues of development and change | 150 |
| IV | Telangana Movement and State Formation (idea of Telangana, mobilisation, towards formation) | 150 |
Preparation strategy
- Cover national polity, economy and history using the same base as UPSC Prelims.
- Read Telangana history and the statehood movement from Telugu Academy and state sources.
- Track Telangana budget, schemes and Socio-Economic Outlook for Paper III.
- Solve previous TGPSC papers and weekly full-length mocks.
Frequently asked questions
How many papers are in TGPSC Group 2?
Four objective papers of 150 marks each, 600 marks in total.
Is Group 2 in Telugu medium?
TGPSC offers the exam in English, Telugu and Urdu; check the notification for the medium options.