The preliminary test is meant for shortlisting the number of candidates to be admitted to the written (Main) examination. The Preliminary Test will be conducted in English, Telugu & Urdu. The number of candidates to be admitted to the written (Main) examination (Conventional Type) would be Fifty (50) times the total number of vacancies available. The Main Examination will be conducted in English, Telugu & Urdu (except General English).
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Preliminary Test | General Studies & Mental ability | 150 Marks, 150 Questions, 150 Minutes (2 ½ Hours) |
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General English | (Qualifying Test) | 150 |
| Paper-I General Essay | 1. Contemporary Social issues and Social Problems. 2. Issues of Economic Growth and Justice 3. Dynamics of Indian Politics 4. Historical and Cultural Heritage of India 5. Developments in Science and Technology 6. Education and Human ResourceDevelopment. |
150 |
| Paper-II – History, Culture and Geography | 1. History and Culture of India, with special reference to Modern Period (1757 to 1947 A.D) 2. History and Cultural Heritage of Telangana 3. Geography of India and Telangana |
150 |
| Paper –III – Indian Society, Constitution and Governance | 1. Indian Society, Structure, Issues and Social Movements 2. Constitution of India 3. Governance | 150 |
| Paper –IV – Economy and Development | 1. Indian Economy and Development 2. Telangana Economy 3. Development and Environmental Problems |
150 |
| Paper- V – Science & Technology and Data Interpretation | 1. The role and impact of Science and Technology 2. Modern Trends in application of knowledge of Science 3. Data Interpretation and Problem Solving | 150 |
| Paper-VI - Telangana Movement and State Formation | 1. The idea of Telangana (1948-1970) 2. Mobilisational phase (1971 -1990) 3. Towards formation of Telangana State (1991-2014) | 150 |
| Total Marks | 900 Marks | |
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