With 130 Manager (Engineering) posts on offer, the HMWSSB Manager Recruitment 2026 notification from TGPSC deserves a serious look from engineering graduates in Telangana. The pay scale runs from ₹54,220 to ₹1,33,630, and selection depends only on a written objective test, with no interview. Of the 130 seats, 124 are local and 6 are unreserved, so your local status matters a great deal. Applications close at 5:00 PM on 17 October 2026, which leaves about 19 days from today. Graduates in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, CSE, IT and ECE engineering can apply. This guide explains the vacancies, age limit, fee, exam pattern and application steps in plain language.
HMWSSB Manager Recruitment 2026 Overview
Here is a quick snapshot of the notification.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB), recruitment by TGPSC |
| Post Name | Manager (Engineering) |
| Notification Number | 04/OG/HM/2026, dated 18 September 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 130 |
| Job Location | Telangana, Multi Zone II |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Direct recruitment |
| Salary | ₹54,220 to ₹1,33,630 |
| Qualification | Engineering degree in the notified branches |
| Age Limit | 18 to 44 years as on 1 July 2026 |
| Experience | Not Mentioned |
| Application Fee | ₹1,000 or ₹500 processing fee, plus ₹120 exam fee for employed candidates |
| Selection Process | Written objective test |
| Official Website | tgpsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
The exam date for HMWSSB Manager Recruitment 2026 is only tentative, so keep checking the TGPSC website.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 18 September 2026 |
| Online application starts | 23 September 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 17 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Age cut off date | 1 July 2026 |
| Qualification cut off date | 18 September 2026 |
| Hall ticket download | From 7 days before the exam until 5:00 PM the previous day |
| Tentative exam | December 2026 |
Vacancy Details
The HMWSSB Manager Recruitment 2026 vacancies are provisional. Additions are accepted only before the exam, while deletions can happen until final selection.
| Category | Unreserved | Local |
|---|---|---|
| OC | 3 | 37 |
| EWS | 0 | 13 |
| BC A | 1 | 9 |
| BC B | 0 | 12 |
| BC C | 0 | 2 |
| BC D | 0 | 8 |
| BC E | 0 | 5 |
| SC Group I | 0 | 2 |
| SC Group II | 1 | 11 |
| SC Group III | 0 | 6 |
| ST | 0 | 13 |
| VH | 1 | 1 |
| HH | 0 | 1 |
| OH | 0 | 1 |
| MH | 0 | 1 |
| Sports | 0 | 2 |
| Total | 6 | 124 |
Posts are split by branch: 80 percent for Civil, 15 percent for Electrical or Mechanical, and 5 percent for CSE, IT or ECE.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for HMWSSB Manager Recruitment 2026 rests on three things: Indian citizenship, the right degree and local status.
Education: You need a degree in engineering, and the university must have declared your result on or before 18 September 2026. A pending result does not count.
Age: You must be born between 2 July 1982 and 1 July 2008. The upper limit of 44 years in HMWSSB Manager Recruitment 2026 was raised by 10 years from 34 through a government order. Further relaxation is 5 years for SC, ST, BC and EWS, 10 years for physically handicapped candidates, up to 5 years for Telangana government employees, and 3 years plus service for ex servicemen and NCC instructors.
Local status: Local reservation is 95 percent in Multi Zone II. You are generally local if you studied four consecutive years in the area before your qualifying exam, or lived there four years if you did not study there. Multi Zone II covers Hyderabad, Ranga Reddy, Medchal Malkajgiri, Sangareddy, Vikarabad, Nalgonda, Suryapet, Yadadri Bhongir, Jangaon, Mahabubnagar, Narayanpet, Jogulamba Gadwal, Wanaparthy and Nagarkurnool. Candidates from other states get no reservation benefit. Serving employees must inform their department and produce a No Objection Certificate when asked.
Salary & Benefits
The pay scale for HMWSSB Manager Recruitment 2026 is ₹54,220 to ₹1,33,630. Allowances and other benefits are Not Mentioned in the notification.
Because the Board looks after water supply and sewerage for the capital region, this post gives you direct exposure to pipeline networks, treatment plants and public infrastructure projects. The exam syllabus itself leans on hydraulics and environmental engineering, which hints at the day to day work. HMWSSB Manager Recruitment 2026 also confines allotment to Multi Zone II, so you will not be moved across the whole state, though you must be willing to serve anywhere in Telangana. Selected candidates must be medically fit before joining.
Application Fee
The fee for HMWSSB Manager Recruitment 2026 has two parts, and both must be paid for the application to be accepted.
| Category | Processing Fee | Exam Fee |
|---|---|---|
| OC and BC | ₹1,000 | ₹120 |
| SC, ST and PwD | ₹500 | ₹120 |
| Unemployed candidates | As per category | Exempt |
Payment is online through net banking, debit card, credit card or UPI. Fees are not refunded under any circumstances.
Selection Process
Selection in HMWSSB Manager Recruitment 2026 is entirely through one objective type examination with two papers, held in OMR or computer based mode.
Paper I, General Studies and General Abilities: 150 questions, 150 minutes, 150 marks, in English and Telugu. Topics include current affairs, Telangana history and policies, reasoning and basic English. Prep tip: give extra time to Telangana specific topics, since many engineers neglect them.
Paper II, Concerned Subject: 150 questions, 150 minutes, 300 marks, in English, based on your degree branch. Prep tip: Civil candidates should prioritise Environmental Engineering, Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics, and Estimation and Costing.
The total is 450 marks. Minimum qualifying marks are 40 percent for OC, EWS and sports, 35 percent for BC, and 30 percent for SC, ST and PH. Merit in HMWSSB Manager Recruitment 2026 follows rank order within each engineering branch, and ties are settled first by local status and then by date of birth. Exam centres are Hyderabad, Nalgonda, Sangareddy and Mahabubnagar. If the exam runs in multiple sessions, scores are normalized. Answer key objections cost ₹500 per question, refunded if upheld.
How to Apply Step by Step
Follow these eight steps to submit your HMWSSB Manager Recruitment 2026 application correctly.
- Open the official website, tgpsc.gov.in, and check whether you already have a TGPSC ID.
- If you are new, complete the One Time Registration. Keep a recent colour photograph (not older than 3 months, 100 to 200 KB) and a signature (20 to 30 KB) in JPG or PNG format ready.
- Click the online application link for this notification and log in with your TGPSC ID, date of birth and the OTP sent to your mobile.
- Verify the details pulled from your registration, including name, date of birth, qualification, community and disability status.
- Select your exam centre from Hyderabad, Nalgonda, Sangareddy or Mahabubnagar.
- Preview the form carefully, click Save and Payment, and pay the fee online.
- Confirm and submit, then download the PDF application. Every field must be filled, and incomplete forms are rejected.
- Note the reference ID and keep the PDF safe. For technical help, call 040 23120301 between 10:30 AM and 5:00 PM on working days.
Is This Job Right for You?
HMWSSB Manager Recruitment 2026 suits local engineering graduates who want a secure state board job in Hyderabad and its surrounding districts, especially Civil engineers, who hold the bulk of the posts. It also fits candidates who are comfortable with a competitive objective exam and can prepare both general studies and a technical paper. Do not apply if your degree result is still pending, if you are outside the age limits even after relaxation, or if you are not local and expect reserved category benefits, because those seats are tied to local status. The long term value of HMWSSB Manager Recruitment 2026 lies in stable public sector service in urban water infrastructure. One real prep tip: solve previous year engineering papers by topic and time yourself, because 150 technical questions in 150 minutes leave little room for hesitation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there still time to apply for HMWSSB Manager Recruitment 2026?
Yes. Online applications close at 5:00 PM on 17 October 2026, and TGPSC advises applying well before the deadline.
How many posts are available under this notification?
There are 130 provisional posts, with 6 unreserved and 124 local.
Is there an interview in HMWSSB Manager Recruitment 2026?
No. Selection is based only on marks in the written objective test.
Which degrees are accepted?
A degree in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, CSE, IT or ECE engineering is accepted, with posts split 80, 15 and 5 percent by branch.
Do unemployed candidates have to pay the exam fee?
No. Unemployed candidates are exempt from the ₹120 exam fee but still pay the processing fee.
What is the maximum age limit?
The maximum age is 44 years as on 1 July 2026, with relaxation for reserved categories and other groups.
Conclusion
HMWSSB Manager Recruitment 2026 offers a well paid Telangana government engineering post through a single written exam. Check your local status, keep your certificates ready and apply before 17 October 2026 through the official website, tgpsc.gov.in. For more openings across the state, browse our State Government Jobs page & Engineering Jobs
