TG SET 2025 Exam - Answer Key (Out), Admit Card, Exam Dates, Pattern, Syllabus, Sample Papers, Cutoff

The Telangana State Eligibility Test (TG SET), earlier referred to as TS SET, is a state-level eligibility examination conducted annually by Osmania University, Hyderabad, on behalf of the Telangana State Government. The exam determines the eligibility of candidates for appointment as Assistant Professors and Lecturers in universities and colleges across Telangana.
The most recent TG SET exam 2025 was conducted on 22, 23, and 24 December 2025 in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. Following its conclusion, Osmania University released the provisional TG SET 2025 answer key, master question paper, and response sheet PDF on the official websites. Candidates who appeared in the exam can use the answer key to calculate their indicative scores and were given the opportunity to raise objections during the challenge window.
The TG SET 2025 exam pattern consists of two papers- Paper I (General Teaching and Research Aptitude, common for all candidates) and Paper II (subject-specific, based on the candidate's postgraduate specialisation). Both papers are conducted in a single session of three hours in objective (MCQ) format. Paper I is bilingual (English and Telugu), and Paper II of certain subjects is also bilingual. TG SET certification is valid for eligibility to teaching positions within the state of Telangana.

The major highlights of the TG SET 2025 Exam are provided below:

The Telangana State Eligibility Test is conducted by Osmania University, Hyderabad, on behalf of the Telangana State Government and the Telangana State Eligibility Test Committee. Osmania University is one of the oldest and most distinguished universities in India and has been entrusted with the responsibility of conducting TG SET to maintain uniform standards of teaching across higher education institutions in Telangana. The exam office is located at the Second Floor, Block-II, PGRR Centre for Distance Education, Osmania University Campus, Hyderabad-500007.
Prior to the formation of Telangana state in 2014, the eligibility test for lecturership in the combined Andhra Pradesh was conducted at the state level. After the bifurcation of the state, the Telangana government constituted its own eligibility framework, with Osmania University designated as the coordinating body.

The TG SET 2025 application process is conducted entirely in online mode through the official website telanganaset.org. The official notification was released on 30 September 2025 and the application window opened on 10 October 2025.

For the application to the TG SET 2025 registarions, candidates followed the steps below to complete the online registration when the notification was released:

Step 1: Visit the official website at telanganaset.org.

Step 2: Click on the "Apply Online" link available on the homepage.

Step 3: Register with a valid email ID and mobile number to generate your login credentials.

Step 4: Fill in the application form with personal, academic, and contact details, including subject selection for Paper II and preferred exam centre.

Step 5: Upload scanned copies of required documents as per specifications — passport-size photograph in JPG format (minimum 20 KB to 40 KB, dimensions 3.5 cm width x 4.5 cm height), signature in JPG format (minimum 5 KB to 20 KB, dimensions 3.5 cm width x 1.5 cm height), and caste certificate in JPG format (minimum 50 KB to 300 KB) if applicable.

Step 6: Pay the prescribed application fee online using Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI, or Net Banking. Note that additional processing charges may apply and the application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.

Step 7: Submit the application form and download the confirmation page for future reference.

Candidates were not required to send any physical documents or printout of the application form to the TG SET office. Only one application is to be submitted per candidate. Multiple applications were declined.

Candidates can refer to the table given below to stay updated with important dates related to the TS SET 2025 exam:

The TG SET 2025 selection process follows a structured sequence of stages:

• Step 1: Release of official TG SET notification by Osmania University on telanganaset.org.
• Step 2: Online application and fee payment by eligible candidates.
• Step 3: Release of TG SET Hall Ticket on the official website.
• Step 4: Conduct of TG SET examination (Paper I and Paper II) in CBT mode.
• Step 5: Release of provisional answer key and response sheet by Osmania University.
• Step 6: Objection window for challenging provisional answer key answers.
• Step 7: Release of final answer key after review of objections.
• Step 8: Declaration of TG SET result and merit list.
• Step 9: Certificate verification for qualified candidates.

The number of candidates to be declared qualified (total slots) for eligibility for Assistant Professor is equal to 6% of the candidates who appeared in both papers of TG SET 2025. These slots are allocated to different categories as per the reservation policy of the Government of Telangana. A horizontal reservation of 33.3% is also maintained in favour of women candidates in each subject and each category. Persons with Disability (PwD) candidates are entitled to 3% horizontal reservation across all categories.

Candidates must carefully verify that they meet all prescribed TG SET 2025 eligibility conditions before applying.

TG SET 2025 Age Limit

There is no upper age limit to apply for TG SET 2025.

TG SET 2025 Educational Qualification

• Candidates must hold a Master's Degree from a recognised university. The minimum marks required are: General/Unreserved/General-EWS: 55% marks (without rounding off) and BC/SC/ST/PwD/Transgender: 50% marks (without rounding off).
• Eligible degrees include M.A., M.Sc., M.Com, MBA, MLISC, M.Ed., M.PEd., MCJ, LLM, MCA, and M.E/M.Tech (CSE and IT only).
• Final-year Master's students may apply provisionally but must complete their degree with the required percentage within two years of the TG SET result declaration.
• PhD holders whose Master's was completed before 19 September 1991 are eligible for a 5% relaxation in marks (55% to 50%).
• Candidates with PG Diplomas from Indian universities or foreign degrees must verify equivalence through the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), New Delhi (aiu.ac.in).
• Candidates are advised to appear only in the subject of their postgraduation.

The first step to prepare for the exam is to thoroughly understand the TG SET 2025 syllabus. Paper I is a common paper for all candidates, while Paper II is based on the subject chosen by the candidate from the list of 29 subjects. The complete subject-wise syllabus for Paper II can be downloaded from the official websites telanganaset.org, ugcnetonline.in, and csirhrdg.res.in. The TG SET office does not send the syllabus to individual candidates.

TG SET 2025 Paper I Syllabus

Paper I tests candidates on their General Teaching and Research Aptitude. The broad topics covered include:

• Teaching: Concept, objectives, levels of teaching (memory, understanding, and reflective), characteristics and basic requirements.
• Learner's Characteristics: Characteristics of adolescent and adult learners, individual differences.
• Research Aptitude: Research methods, types of research, thesis and article writing, ICT in research, research ethics.
• Communication: Effective communication, barriers to communication, mass media and society.
• Mathematical Reasoning and Aptitude: Number series, letter series, codes and relationships, mathematical aptitude.
• Logical Reasoning: Structure of arguments, deductive and inductive reasoning, analogies, Venn diagrams.
• Data Interpretation: Sources and classification of data, graphical representations (bar chart, histograms, pie chart, line chart), data governance.
• ICT: Internet basics, intranet, e-mail, audio and video conferencing, digital initiatives in higher education.
• Environment: Development and environment, environmental issues, natural and energy resources, environmental laws.
• Higher Education System: History of higher education in India, policies, governance, and administration.

TG SET 2025 Paper II- List of Subjects

The TG SET 2025 was conducted in the following 29 subjects:

1. Geography
2. Chemical Sciences
3. Commerce
4. Computer Science and Applications
5. Economics
6. Education
7. English
8. Earth Sciences
9. Life Sciences
10. Journalism and Mass Communications
11. Management
12. Hindi
13. History
14. Law
15. Mathematical Sciences
16. Physical Sciences
17. Physical Education
18. Philosophy
19. Political Science
20. Psychology
21. Public Administration
22. Sociology
23. Telugu
24. Urdu
25. Library and Information Science
26. Sanskrit
27. Social Work
28. Environmental Science
29. Linguistics

Candidates must appear in the subject of their postgraduation only.

The TG SET 2025 exam pattern consists of two papers- Paper I and Paper II- both conducted in CBT mode in a single session of three hours. All questions in both papers are objective type (MCQ) and all questions are compulsory. Have a look at the detailed TG SET 2025 exam pattern below:

The total duration for both papers combined is 3 hours. Each correct answer carries 2 marks. There is no negative marking for wrong answers. Paper I is designed to test reasoning ability, comprehension, divergent thinking, and general awareness. Paper II covers the entire syllabus of the subject selected by the candidate.

Practising TG SET previous year question papers is one of the most effective strategies for exam preparation. Past papers give candidates a clear understanding of the exam's difficulty level, question patterns, recurring topics, and marking distribution across Paper I and Paper II. By going through previous years' papers subject-wise, candidates can identify their strong and weak areas and plan their revision accordingly. Candidates are advised to attempt previous year papers under timed conditions to build time management skills for the actual exam. The official TG SET website telanganaset.org periodically makes past papers available for reference. Candidates can also refer to reputed educational portals and coaching resources for subject-wise previous year question paper banks.

The TG SET 2025 Admit Card is released by Osmania University on the official website telanganaset.org. For the TG SET 2025 exam cycle, the Hall Ticket was available for download from 03 December 2025 onwards. No hall ticket is sent to candidates by post. Candidates must download their hall ticket from the website and appear only at the designated examination centre mentioned on it. No candidate is allowed to appear at a centre other than the one allotted on their hall ticket.

Candidates must mandatorily carry a printed copy of the hall ticket to the exam centre along with at least one original valid photo identity proof (Passport, PAN Card, Voter ID, Aadhaar-UID, Government Employee ID, or Driving Licence). Photocopies or scanned copies of identity documents are not accepted. Candidates are also required to undergo biometric verification (photo and left thumb impression) inside the test hall as a security feature.

Candidates can follow these steps to download the TG SET Hall Ticket when it is released:

• Step 1: Visit the official website at telanganaset.org.
• Step 2: Click on the "Download Hall Ticket" link on the homepage.
• Step 3: Enter your Registration Number and Password to log in.
• Step 4: The TG SET Hall Ticket will be displayed on the screen.
• Step 5: Download and print the hall ticket and keep it safely for use on exam day.

The Provisional TG SET 2025 Answer Key has been officially released by Osmania University for the exam conducted on 22, 23, and 24 December 2025. Along with the answer key, the TG SET 2025 Response Sheet PDF and the Master Question Paper have also been made available on telanganaset.org and osmania.ac.in.
The answer key is released subject-wise and session-wise, based on the master paper. By comparing the response sheet with the provisional answer key, candidates can calculate their expected score- +2 marks for each correct answer and no negative marking for wrong answers. This score is indicative only and subject to change after the final answer key is released.
Candidates who were not satisfied with any provisional answer were given the opportunity to raise objections online between 08 January 2026 (3:00 PM) and 11 January 2026 (11:00 PM). The objection fee is ₹200 per question, which is refunded if the objection is found valid. Objections submitted after the deadline or through any mode other than the official online portal are not accepted. The final answer key will be released after the review of all valid objections, and the TG SET 2025 result will be based on the final answer key.

The TG SET 2025 Result is yet to be officially declared by Osmania University. Once released, the result will be available on the official websites telanganaset.org and osmania.ac.in. Candidates will not be individually intimated about their result through post or any other offline means.
The TG SET 2025 result will indicate whether a candidate has qualified the examination and is eligible for appointment as an Assistant Professor or Lecturer in Telangana universities and colleges. The result is based on the combined performance of the candidate in Paper I and Paper II, evaluated against the final answer key. Qualified candidates will subsequently be required to appear for certificate verification with their original documents.
Candidates can check the TG SET 2025 result by following these steps:

• Step 1: Visit the official website telanganaset.org or osmania.ac.in.
• Step 2: Click on the "TG SET Result" link on the homepage.
• Step 3: Enter your Registration Number and Password as required.
• Step 4: Click Submit to view your result.
• Step 5: Download and save the result for future reference.
  

Table given below consists of the names of the cities in which TS SET exam is conducted. There are a total of 10 TG SET exam centres in the district where the TS SET 2025 exam is conducted, check out the names of the districts. 

The TG SET 2025 cutoff represents the minimum qualifying marks that candidates must secure to be considered eligible for Assistant Professor and Lecturer positions in Telangana. As per the official TG SET criteria, candidates must secure the following minimum aggregate marks across both Paper I and Paper II combined:
General (Unreserved) category candidates must secure at least 40% aggregate marks in both papers taken together.
All reserved category candidates- SC, ST, BC, PwD, and Transgender- must secure at least 35% aggregate marks in both papers taken together.
However, meeting the minimum qualifying marks alone does not guarantee qualification. The actual cutoff in each subject and category is determined by the number of slots available, which is equal to 6% of the candidates who appeared in both papers, allocated category-wise as per the Telangana State Government's reservation policy. The aggregate percentage corresponding to the number of slots in each subject and category determines the final qualifying cutoff for that combination.
The official TG SET 2025 cutoff marks will be published on telanganaset.org after the result is declared.

Osmania University contact information for the TG SET Exam is given below:

• Name of Office: Office of the TG-SET, Osmania University
• Address: Second Floor, Block-II, PGRR Centre for Distance Education, Osmania University Campus, Hyderabad – 500 007, Telangana State
• Phone Numbers: 040-27097733 / 8331040950
• Email: tgset@osmania.ac.in
• Official Websites: telanganaset.org / osmania.ac.in