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The TG ECET 2026 examination will be held on 15 May 2026. Its admit card has released. It is conducted by OU on behalf of TGCHE. TG ECET is conducted by Osmania University (OU) on behalf of TSCHE. Now, you can find all information regarding the Telangana State Engineering Common Entrance Test (TG ECET) exam date, application form, and syllabus here on indcareer.com. TG ECET is a state-level engineering entrance exam aimed at facilitating admissions into various engineering and pharmacy colleges in Telangana. These institutions accept TG ECET scores for lateral admission into the 2nd year of regular BE, B.Tech, and B.Pharm courses for Diploma holders in Engineering / Technology / Pharmacy, as well as for B.Sc. (Mathematics) degree holders.
Therefore, if you are preparing for the TG ECET exam, it is essential to check the eligibility criteria on ecet.tsche.ac.in, complete the application process, download the admit card, practice with previous year question papers, and check the answer key and result when they are released.
TG ECET 2026 admit card has been released. Get the link to download the hall ticket here.
TG ECET
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- Syllabus
- Previous Year Question Papers
- Mock Test
- Application Form
- Admit Card
- Answer Key
- Response Sheet
- Result
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TG ECET 2026 Exam Date
| Exam Event | Event Date |
|---|---|
| Release of application form or Start of registration | February 9, 2026 |
| Last date to apply | April 18, 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | May 1 – May 5, 2026 |
| Issuance of TG ECET admit card 2026 | May 9, 2026 |
| TG ECET 2026 exam date | 15 May 2026 |
| Release of answer key | As per OU on behalf of TGCHE |
| Announcement of TG ECET result 2026 | As per OU on behalf of TGCHE |
Eligibility Criteria
Before applying for TG ECET 2026, ensure you meet the following requirements:
1. Educational Qualifications
- Engineering/Pharmacy: Must hold a Diploma in Engineering / Technology / Pharmacy from the State Board of Technical Education of Telangana or equivalent with at least 45% marks (40% for reserved categories).
- B.Sc. Stream: Must have a 3-year B.Sc. Degree with Mathematics as one of the subjects from a recognized university.
- Final Year Students: Candidates appearing for their final year examinations in 2026 are also eligible to apply.
2. Nationality and Domicile
- Candidates must be of Indian Nationality.
- Applicants must satisfy the Local/Non-Local status requirements as per the Telangana/Andhra Pradesh Educational Institutions Order.
TG ECET 2026 Application Fee
The registration fee must be paid online via Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or at TS/AP Online Centers.
- SC/ST and PH Candidates: ₹500
- All Other Categories: ₹900
TG ECET Exam Pattern
If you have decided to appear for the Telangana State Engineering Common Entrance Test, then you should know the scheme of this test. The OU on behalf of TGCHE conveys all information about TG ECET exam pattern, and syllabus. Thus you should keep checking ecet.tsche.ac.in for any new updates on the same. Important points are also in TG ECET 2026 information brochure upon its release.
The exam pattern is as follows
Mode of Exam – The exam is a Online test.
Question type – The questions are Objective type (Multiple choice only).
Number of Questions – There are 200 questions in the entrance exam.
Total Marks – Maximum marks in the exam is 200.
Exam Duration – The entrance exam is of 3 hours.
Language of Question Paper – The question paper is in language English.
Marking Scheme –
Candidates get +1 marks for correct answer.
The exam pattern was as follows
- Mode of Exam – The exam is a Online Computer Based test.
- Question type – The questions are objective type.
- Number of Questions – There are 200 questions in the entrance exam.
- Total Marks – Maximum marks in the exam is 200.
- Exam Duration – The entrance exam is of 3 Hours.
- Language of Question Paper – The question paper is in language English.
Marking Scheme –
- Candidates get +1 marks for correct answer.
How to Apply for TG ECET 2026
Follow these steps for a smooth registration process:
- Fee Payment: Visit the official website and click on ‘Application Fee Payment’.
SC/ST/PH: ₹500 and Others: ₹900 - Check Payment Status: Verify your payment before proceeding to the form.
- Fill Application Form: Enter your personal, academic, and category details.
- Upload Documents: Upload a scanned photograph (max 50KB) and signature (max 30KB) in JPG format.
- Print Confirmation: Download and save the final application for use during TG ECET Counselling.
TG ECET – An Overview
| Aspects | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Exam | TG ECET |
| TG ECET Full Form | Telangana State Engineering Common Entrance Test |
| More Exams Of This Type | Engineering Entrance Exams |
| Scale Of This Exam | State Level |
| State or Region For Which This Exam Is Most Relevant | Telangana (note – this does not indicate domicile requirement. it only refers to states or regions where score accepting colleges are situated) |
| Organization That Holds This Exam | OU on behalf of TGCHE |
| OU on behalf of TGCHE Full Form | Osmania University |
| Official Website | ecet.tsche.ac.in |
| Programs or Courses Where Admission Is Through This Test | Lateral admission into 2nd year regular BE, B.Tech, B.Pharm Courses for Diploma in Engineering / Technology / Pharmacy and for B.Sc.(Mathematics) Degree candidates |
| Colleges or Universities Where Admission Is Through This Test | Various engineering and pharmacy colleges in Telangana accepting TG ECET scores |
FAQs
To obtain a rank, candidates must secure at least 25% aggregate marks (50 out of 200). However, there are no minimum qualifying marks for SC/ST candidates.
No, B.Sc. (Mathematics) graduates are only eligible for B.E. and B.Tech. courses. Only Pharmacy Diploma holders can apply for B.Pharm lateral entry.
Results are typically announced within 2-3 weeks after the exam. Expect the TG ECET 2026 Result in early June.