The Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) has issued a key update for job aspirants, making the One Time Registration (OTR) update and verification compulsory for all candidates who wish to apply for future TGPSC government recruitment notifications. Candidates must complete their OTR updates by 25 February 2026, after the Commission extended the deadline to allow wider participation. TGPSC conducts recruitments for a wide range of Group I, Group II, Group III and Group IV posts and other departmental government positions in Telangana. The OTR system serves as a centralised profile where candidates enter their personal information, educational details, category and contact information only once, simplifying future applications
Why OTR Update Is Mandatory for Future TGPSC Jobs?
According to the official TGPSC notification, the updated OTR profile will serve as the primary reference for all upcoming recruitment applications, results and document verification processes. Candidates who do not complete their OTR update and verification will not be eligible to apply for any future TGPSC job notifications, even if they meet individual eligibility criteria. The Commission has stressed that this step is necessary following revisions to Scheduled Caste categorisation and numerous requests from applicants seeking to correct personal or educational information within their profiles. Updating the OTR ensures that candidate data is accurate and reduces the likelihood of mismatches during recruitment.
Details on the OTR Update Process
The OTR update window opened on 19 January 2026 and was originally scheduled to close on 9 February 2026. Recognising the high volume of requests for corrections and clarifications, the Commission extended the deadline to 25 February 2026. Candidates must visit the official TGPSC portal at tgpsc.gov.in, log in using their credentials, and:
- Review personal details such as name, date of birth and address.
- Verify educational qualifications and upload any supporting certificates.
- Confirm category information, including EWS and non-creamy layer status where applicable
- Update contact details, including mobile number and email ID.
Certain core fields may be locked to prevent errors, but additional or updated qualifications, address and contact information can generally be edited.
Consequences of Missing the Deadline
TGPSC has clearly stated that candidates who fail to update their OTR profiles by 25 February 2026 will be ineligible to apply for any recruitment notices released thereafter. This applies regardless of whether applicants fulfil the specific eligibility conditions for those positions. The mandatory OTR update requirement, accompanied by the extended deadline, highlights the Commission’s effort to ensure that candidate records are accurate, up-to-date and reliable before future job vacancies are announced. Candidates are encouraged to complete the OTR update well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues and ensure their eligibility for TGPSC government job opportunities.