TG ECET — At a Glance
About TG ECET
TG ECET (Telangana Engineering Common Entrance Test) is the state-level entrance exam for diploma holders and B.Sc (Mathematics) graduates who want direct entry into the 2nd year of B.E./B.Tech and B.Pharmacy in Telangana. It is conducted by Osmania University on behalf of TGCHE as an online computer-based test with 200 multiple-choice questions in 3 hours. Dates for the next cycle: To be announced.
Main Overview
TG ECET – Complete Guide for Lateral Entry into B.Tech and B.Pharmacy
Everything about the Telangana Engineering Common Entrance Test – eligibility, pattern, syllabus, dates, result and counselling – explained in simple words.
State Level Exam • Online CBT • Diploma and B.Sc (Maths) • TGCHEWhat is TG ECET?
TG ECET stands for Telangana Engineering Common Entrance Test. It is the state-level exam for diploma holders and B.Sc (Mathematics) graduates who want direct entry into the 2nd year of B.E./B.Tech, and for diploma holders in pharmacy who want direct entry into B.Pharmacy. In 2026, it was conducted online by Osmania University on behalf of the Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE).
TG ECET at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Form | Telangana Engineering Common Entrance Test |
| Conducted By | Osmania University on behalf of TGCHE (2026) |
| Purpose | Lateral entry into 2nd year of B.E./B.Tech and B.Pharmacy |
| Eligible Candidates | Diploma holders (engineering or pharmacy) and B.Sc (Mathematics) graduates |
| Exam Mode | Online – Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Total Questions | 200 multiple-choice questions, 200 marks |
| Duration | 3 hours (9 AM to 12 noon in 2026) |
| Medium | English |
| Official Website | ecet.tgche.ac.in |
| Next Exam Dates | To be announced |
Exam Pattern Snapshot (Diploma Engineering)
See the full pattern, including the B.Sc (Mathematics) and pharmacy papers, on the Exam Pattern page.
Important Dates
| Event | Next Cycle | Last Cycle (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Notification | To be announced | 5 Feb 2026 |
| Application starts | To be announced | 9 Feb 2026 |
| Last date (without late fee) | To be announced | 18 Apr 2026 |
| Hall ticket | To be announced | 9 May 2026 |
| Exam | To be announced | 15 May 2026 |
| Result | To be announced | 29 May 2026 |
| Counselling | To be announced | From 15 Jun 2026 |
| Final phase allotment | To be announced | 9 to 10 Jul 2026 |
Full details: TG ECET Exam Dates.
Who Can Apply?
See the full rules on the TG ECET Eligibility page.
How to Apply – Step by Step
Read more: How to Register · Registration Fees · Hall Ticket.
After the Exam
Smart Preparation Tips
- Revise your diploma core subjects, because the branch paper carries half the marks.
- Practise Maths, Physics and Chemistry at diploma level.
- Solve full 200-question papers in 3 hours.
- Start counselling documents early.
Frequently Asked Questions
Explore More About TG ECET
| Eligibility → Diploma and B.Sc | Exam Dates → Schedule and key dates | Exam Pattern → Papers and marks |
| Syllabus → Topic guide | Important Books → What to study | Counselling → Seat allotment process |
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Source: official portal ecet.tgche.ac.in. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.