The Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) has made One Time Registration (OTR) updation mandatory for all registered candidates ahead of issuing new recruitment notifications. Aspirants who fail to update and validate their OTR details by February 25 will not be eligible to apply for any upcoming TGPSC recruitments.
This move aims to clean, verify, and standardise the massive candidate database before the launch of fresh notifications, ensuring smoother recruitment processes and fewer disputes later.
Why Has TGPSC Made OTR Updation Mandatory?
According to TGPSC, compulsory OTR updation has been introduced due to several important developments:
- Changes in Scheduled Caste (SC) categorisation in Telangana
- Candidates acquiring new educational or technical qualifications after initial registration
- Large numbers of requests for corrections in personal, academic, and category details
- The need to validate candidate data before releasing new recruitment notifications
TGPSC clarified that all future stages of recruitment—application scrutiny, hall ticket generation, results, selection lists, and appointment orders—will be based only on updated OTR data.
OTR Update Timeline and Deadline
- OTR updation started: January 19
- Initial deadline: February 9
- Extended deadline: February 25
The extension was granted after requests from aspirants seeking more time to update certificates, qualifications, and category-related information.
TGPSC currently has over 31.5 lakh registered candidates, making this one of the largest recruitment databases managed by a state public service commission.
Who Needs to Update OTR?
All candidates registered in the TGPSC OTR system, including:
- Those who have previously applied for TGPSC exams
- Candidates planning to apply for future notifications
- Aspirants who want to add new qualifications or correct details
Even candidates who believe their data is correct are advised to log in, verify, and validate their OTR profile.
What Details Can Be Updated in OTR?
During the updation process, candidates must carefully review and update:
Mandatory Checks
- Personal details
- Educational qualifications (eligible and additional)
- Category / reservation details
- Uploaded certificates
- Recent colour passport-size photograph
Editable Fields (Limited)
- Additional qualifications
- Correspondence address
- EWS / Non-Creamy Layer status
- Mobile number
- Email ID
Most core details remain non-editable, so candidates must ensure correctness before final submission.
Consequences of Not Updating OTR
TGPSC has issued a clear warning:
- No updated OTR = No application allowed
- Candidates will be blocked from applying for upcoming recruitments
- Outdated data may lead to rejection during scrutiny
In short, OTR updation is now a prerequisite for participating in any future TGPSC recruitment process.
How to Update TGPSC OTR Data?
Candidates should:
- Visit the official TGPSC website
- Log in using OTR ID and password
- Verify all details carefully
- Upload required documents and photograph
- Submit and validate the updated OTR profile
Candidates should complete the OTR updation early to avoid last-minute rush and technical issues.
Final Advice to TGPSC Aspirants
If you are preparing for Group I, Group II, Group III, Group IV, or any other TGPSC recruitment, updating your OTR is non-negotiable. This single step determines whether you can even apply for upcoming notifications.
Deadline to remember: February 25
Missing it could mean missing an entire recruitment cycle.
Stay tuned for the latest TGPSC recruitment updates, notification alerts, and exam guidance.
TGPSC OTR Updation – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is OTR in TGPSC?
OTR (One Time Registration) is a common registration system of the Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) where candidates store their personal, educational, and category details. This data is used for all future TGPSC recruitment applications.
Is OTR updation mandatory for all TGPSC candidates?
Yes. TGPSC has made OTR updation compulsory for all registered candidates. Without updating and validating OTR details, candidates will not be allowed to apply for upcoming recruitment notifications.
What is the last date to update TGPSC OTR?
The last date to update and validate OTR details is February 25. Candidates are advised to complete the process well before the deadline to avoid technical issues.
Who needs to update their OTR details?
All candidates registered in the TGPSC OTR system must update their details, including those who have applied earlier, those planning to apply for future exams, and candidates who wish to add new qualifications or correct information.
What details can be updated in TGPSC OTR?
Candidates can update additional educational qualifications, correspondence address, mobile number, email ID, EWS or Non-Creamy Layer status, and upload a recent passport-size photograph and certificates. Core personal details are mostly non-editable.
What happens if I do not update my OTR by the deadline?
If OTR is not updated by the deadline, candidates will not be eligible to apply for upcoming TGPSC recruitments. Applications may be rejected, and candidates may miss the entire recruitment cycle.
Will TGPSC accept applications without updated OTR?
No. TGPSC has clearly stated that applications will not be accepted unless the candidate’s OTR data is updated and validated.
How many candidates are registered in the TGPSC OTR system?
Currently, more than 31.5 lakh candidates are registered in the TGPSC OTR database.
How can I update my TGPSC OTR details?
Candidates must visit the official TGPSC website, log in using their OTR ID and password, verify all details, upload required documents, and submit the updated OTR profile.
Will updated OTR data be used for future recruitments?
Yes. All future stages of TGPSC recruitment—applications, hall tickets, results, selections, and appointment orders—will be based only on the updated OTR data.
Can I edit my details after submitting OTR updation?
After the updation window closes, editing options will be limited. Candidates should carefully verify all details before final submission.
