TGPSC Extends OTR Update Deadline to February 2026, Makes Verification Mandatory
The Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) has issued a crucial directive requiring all registered candidates to update and verify their One Time Registration (OTR) details before applying for upcoming recruitment notifications. This mandatory process has now become a prerequisite for submitting applications for future government posts in Telangana.
Extended Deadline and Compulsory Requirement
The Commission has officially extended the earlier deadline for OTR updates to February 25, 2026. Originally scheduled to close on February 9, 2026, this extension provides additional time for candidates to complete the verification process. TGPSC has made it unequivocally clear that only candidates who successfully complete the OTR update will be permitted to submit applications for forthcoming recruitment drives.
This decision follows significant changes in Scheduled Castes categorization and numerous requests from candidates seeking to correct personal and educational information in their records. The update window officially commenced on January 19, 2026, and the Commission emphasizes that OTR data will serve as the primary record throughout the entire recruitment process.
What Candidates Must Verify and Update
Candidates are required to meticulously review and update several critical sections of their OTR profiles:
- Personal Details: Name, date of birth, gender, and correspondence address
- Educational Qualifications: Academic credentials and additional qualifications
- Category Information: Updated Scheduled Castes categorization and other relevant category details
- Supporting Documents: Recent color passport-size photograph and relevant certificates
TGPSC has clarified that each candidate should maintain only one OTR registration, as multiple registrations are strictly prohibited. While most fields in the OTR form remain locked and uneditable, candidates can modify specific sections including additional qualifications, correspondence address, EWS status, Non-Creamy Layer details, mobile number, and email ID.
Step-by-Step Process for Completion
To complete the mandatory OTR update, candidates must follow these essential steps:
- Visit the official TGPSC website
- Log in using existing credentials
- Thoroughly review all displayed information
- Update required fields with accurate details
- Upload necessary documents and photograph
- Confirm and submit the updated information before the deadline
The Commission strongly advises applicants to complete this process well in advance to avoid last-minute technical difficulties or server congestion. TGPSC has explicitly stated that no further requests or extensions will be entertained once the February 25, 2026 deadline passes.
Strategic Importance for Future Applications
This OTR update represents a fundamental requirement for anyone aspiring to apply for TGPSC job notifications in the coming years. By ensuring that candidate records remain accurate, complete, and standardized, the Commission aims to streamline the recruitment process while maintaining transparency and fairness.
The updated OTR data will form the foundation for all future recruitment activities, making this verification process an essential step for candidates serious about pursuing government career opportunities in Telangana. Failure to complete this mandatory update will result in automatic disqualification from applying for upcoming TGPSC recruitments.
