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TG ECET

Osmania University on behalf of the Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TGCHE)

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.

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Last updated: 13 Nov 2026

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Registration

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TG ECET Registration – How to Apply

Follow this simple guide to fill the TG ECET application form correctly, pay the fee and download your application.

Online Application  •  Fee Payment  •  Uploads  •  Correction Window
📢 Next cycle: Application dates are To be announced. Last year, applications opened on 9 February 2026 and the normal last date was 18 April 2026. See TG ECET Exam Dates.

Before You Start – Keep These Ready

📄 Academic details
Diploma marks memos (all years), or B.Sc degree marks memos with Mathematics as a subject, and your SSC (Class 10) certificate for name and date of birth.
🪪 Personal details
Aadhaar details, mobile number and email ID that you can access.
📜 Certificates
Caste or community certificate for SC/ST/BC candidates, income certificate if needed, and study and local status certificates.
🖼️ Images
A recent passport-size photograph and your signature as scanned images. See Photo Size Guidelines.

Step-by-Step Application Process

1
Open the official website
Go to ecet.tgche.ac.in and open the TG ECET application link. Use only the official website.
2
Pay the application fee
Pay the fee as shown on the website and keep the payment reference. Read Registration Fees.
3
Fill the application form
Enter your personal, academic and contact details exactly as in your certificates.
4
Select your paper
Choose the paper that matches your qualification. Read Exam Centres for centres.
5
Upload photo and signature
Upload clear images in the required format and size.
6
Submit and save a copy
Submit the form, then download and keep the application copy and payment receipt.

After You Submit

StageWhat to Do
Correction windowFix mistakes in the given dates. See Form Correction.
Hall ticketDownload it when released. See Hall Ticket.
ExamAppear in the online computer-based test (CBT) on your allotted date.
Key and resultCheck the key and the result. See Result.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Applying at the last minute – a late fee applies after the normal last date.
  • Entering a wrong date of birth, hall ticket number or qualifying exam details.
  • Using a blurry photograph or unclear signature.
  • Choosing the wrong paper. Diploma holders write their branch paper; B.Sc (Mathematics) and pharmacy candidates have their own papers.
  • Forgetting to save the application copy and payment receipt.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is TG ECET registration online?
Yes. The application, fee payment and uploads are done online.
Q. Can I edit my form after submission?
A correction window is usually given. Dates for the next cycle are To be announced.
Q. Which website should I use?
Use only the official site: ecet.tgche.ac.in.
Q. What if I miss the last date?
You may apply with a late fee until the final late-fee date, if one is given. After that, applications are closed.

Related Pages

Eligibility →
Who can apply		Registration Fees →
Fee details		Photo Size →
Uploads
Exam Dates →
Important dates		Form Correction →
Edit your form		Hall Ticket →
Download steps

Source: official portal ecet.tgche.ac.in. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Registration Fees

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TG ECET Registration Fees

Know how the TG ECET application fee works – payment, late fee and the counselling fee.

Fee Payment  •  Late Fee  •  Counselling Fee
📢 Application fee for the next cycle: To be announced. The fee depends on your category, and we have not confirmed the 2026 amounts, so none is quoted here. Please read the fee in the official notification before paying.

Application Fee at a Glance

CategoryApplication Fee
OC / BCTo be announced
SC / STTo be announced

How to Pay

1
Open the fee payment page
Use the official website and go to the fee payment step.
2
Enter the basic details
Fill the details asked, such as name, qualifying exam details and mobile number.
3
Pay as instructed
Use the payment options shown on the website.
4
Save the receipt
Keep the payment reference ID. You need it to continue the application and download the hall ticket.

Late Fee (2026)

After the normal last date of 18 April 2026, applications were accepted with a late fee up to a final date. The slabs are given in the notification and are To be announced for the next cycle.

Last DateLate Fee
18 April 2026 (Saturday)No late fee (normal last date)
After 18 April 2026Late fee as per notification

Counselling Fee

The counselling processing fee is paid online during registration. For 2025-26, ₹1,200 for OC and BC candidates and ₹600 for SC and ST candidates was reported. The amount for the next cycle is To be announced. After allotment, candidates also paid a seat acceptance fee along with the tuition fee (₹10,000 for others and ₹5,000 for SC/ST was reported for 2026).

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the TG ECET application fee?
It depends on your category and is given in the official notification. It is To be announced for the next cycle.
Q. Is there a late fee?
Yes. In 2026, applications after 18 April carried a late fee. Read the notification for the exact slabs.
Q. Is the fee refundable?
Application fees are generally non-refundable. Please read the notification.

Related Pages

How to Apply →
Application steps		Exam Dates →
All deadlines		Counselling →
Fee for counselling

Source: official portal ecet.tgche.ac.in. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Exam Centers

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TG ECET Exam Centres

Learn how exam centres work, how to choose them in the application form and how to find your exact centre on the hall ticket.

Online CBT Centres  •  Centre on Hall Ticket
📢 Next cycle: The list of exam centres is To be announced in the information brochure. The exam is held at online centres in Telangana and nearby cities.

How Exam Centres Work

📍 You choose
Select your preferred centres or cities in the application form. Pick the ones closest to your home.
🎟️ The conducting body allots
The final centre, date and session are printed on your hall ticket.
📱 Check the details
Open your hall ticket and read the address, reporting time and instructions carefully.

Tips for Choosing Centres

  • Choose centres that are easy to reach, even if the exam is early in the morning.
  • Fill all your preferences carefully because a change may not be possible later.
  • Check the route to your centre a day before the exam.
  • Reach the centre early on exam day.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Can I change my exam centre?
Centre allotment is done by the conducting body, so choose your preferences carefully.
Q. Where will I see my centre?
On your hall ticket.

Related Pages

Hall Ticket →
Download details		Exam Day Guidelines →
What to carry		How to Apply →
Choose centres

Source: official portal ecet.tgche.ac.in. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Form Correction

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TG ECET Application Form Correction

Made a mistake in your application? A short correction window is usually given. Learn how to use it.

Correction Window  •  Edit Details
📢 Next cycle: Correction dates are To be announced. Read the official correction notice for the fields that can be edited.

How to Correct Your Application

1
Read the official notice
Open the correction notice on the website and read which fields can be edited.
2
Log in to your application
Use your registration details.
3
Edit only what is allowed
Change the details that are open for correction.
4
Save and download
Submit the corrections and download the updated application copy.

Check These Details Carefully

DetailWhy It Matters
Name and date of birthMust match your certificates.
Qualifying exam detailsUsed for eligibility and ranking.
Category and reservation detailsAffects the reservation you can claim.
Paper chosenDecides what you write.
Photo and signatureMust be clear for the hall ticket and verification.
💡 Tip: Do not wait for the correction window. Check every detail before you click submit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. When is the correction window?
Dates are To be announced.
Q. Is there a fee for correction?
Please check the official notice. We have not confirmed any correction fee.

Related Pages

How to Apply →
Application steps		Photo Size →
Uploads		Hall Ticket →
Download steps

Source: official portal ecet.tgche.ac.in. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Hall Ticket

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TG ECET Hall Ticket

Your hall ticket is your entry pass to the exam. See how to download it and what to check.

Download Online  •  Carry with Photo ID
📢 Next cycle: The hall ticket release date is To be announced. In 2026, hall tickets were released on 9 May 2026.

How to Download the Hall Ticket

1
Open the official website
Go to ecet.tgche.ac.in and click the hall ticket link when it is active.
2
Enter your details
Enter your registration number or payment reference ID, qualifying exam details and date of birth.
3
Check the hall ticket
Look at your name, photograph, signature, exam date, session and centre.
4
Download and print
Save the PDF and take a clear print. Keep a digital copy too.

Details Printed on the Hall Ticket

DetailCheck This
Candidate name and photographMust match your ID proof
Exam date and sessionYour allotted date and time
Exam centre addressWhere you must report
InstructionsRead all exam day instructions

If Your Hall Ticket Has a Mistake

  • Check the details against your application.
  • Contact the helpdesk given on the official website with your registration details.
  • Do this well before the exam, not on exam day.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. When is the hall ticket released?
The date is To be announced. In 2026, it was released on 9 May 2026.
Q. What if I cannot download it?
Contact the official helpdesk with your registration details.

Related Pages

Exam Centres →
Find your centre		Exam Day Guidelines →
What to carry		Exam Dates →
Important dates

Source: official portal ecet.tgche.ac.in. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Exam Day Guidelines

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TG ECET Exam Day Guidelines

Be ready for exam day. Here is a simple checklist of what to carry and how to handle the online (CBT) test.

Online CBT  •  3 Hours  •  Carry Hall Ticket + ID
📢 Please note: Exact instructions for the next exam are To be announced in the brochure and on your hall ticket. The points below are common guidelines. Always follow the instructions printed on your hall ticket.

What to Carry

✅ Must carry
  • Printed hall ticket
  • Valid photo ID proof
  • Any other document mentioned on the hall ticket
🚫 Better to leave at home
  • Mobile phone and smart watch
  • Calculators and notes
  • Any electronic device

Check the hall ticket for the official list.

Exam Day Timeline

1
Night before
Check your centre route, keep documents ready and sleep well.
2
Morning of the exam
Eat light, reach the centre early and show your hall ticket and ID.
3
Inside the hall
Sit at your allotted computer and follow the invigilator's instructions.
4
During the exam
Read each question carefully and manage your time.
5
At the end
Submit only when time ends or as instructed.

CBT (Online Exam) Tips

  • You have 180 minutes for 200 questions, which is about 54 seconds per question.
  • Write only your own paper (diploma branch, B.Sc Mathematics or pharmacy).
  • In 2026, the exam ran from 9 AM to 12 noon in a single shift.
  • Attempt every question. Check the notification for the marking scheme.
  • If you face a computer problem, inform the invigilator immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What should I carry to the exam?
Your printed hall ticket and a valid photo ID proof, plus anything else the hall ticket asks for.
Q. How long is the exam?
3 hours for 200 questions.

Related Pages

Hall Ticket →
Download steps		Exam Centres →
Centre details		Exam Pattern →
Marks and time

Source: official portal ecet.tgche.ac.in. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Notification

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TG ECET Notification and Information Booklet

The official notification and information booklet contain every rule for the exam. Learn what is inside and how to read it.

Official Notification  •  Information Booklet  •  Syllabus
📢 Next cycle: The notification date is To be announced. Last time, the notification was released on 5 February 2026 and online applications opened on 9 February 2026.

What the Information Booklet Contains

SectionWhat It Tells You
Important datesApplication, exam, key, result and counselling dates
EligibilityQualification, marks and age rules
Exam pattern and syllabusNumber of questions, marks and topics
Application and feeHow to apply, fee and uploads
Reservation and counsellingCategory rules and admission process

How to Read the Brochure

1
Start with important dates
Note the application, exam and result dates.
2
Check eligibility
Match your qualification and marks with the rules.
3
Read the pattern and syllabus
Know the question numbers and what to study.
4
Read the fee and category rules
Know the fee and documents for reservation.

Related Pages

Exam Dates →
Important dates		Eligibility →
Who can apply		How to Apply →
Application steps
Syllabus →
Topics		Exam Pattern →
Marks and time		Reservation →
Category rules

Source: official portal ecet.tgche.ac.in. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Photo Size Guidelines

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TG ECET Photo and Signature Guidelines

Upload the right photograph and signature in your application. Learn the usual format and tips to avoid rejection.

JPG Format  •  Clear Photo  •  Clear Signature
📢 Please note: Exact size limits for the next cycle are To be announced in the notification. Keep your photograph and signature clear and in JPG format. Follow the current notification for exact limits.

Tips for a Good Photograph

  • Use a recent photo with a plain light background.
  • Face should be clearly visible, looking straight at the camera.
  • Do not wear caps or sunglasses.
  • Do not upload a photo of a photo.

Tips for a Good Signature

  • Sign on white paper with a dark blue or black pen.
  • Scan or photograph in good light and crop closely.
  • Use the same signature at the exam and in counselling.

How to Reduce Image Size

1
Crop the image
Remove extra background first.
2
Convert to JPG
Save the file as JPG or JPEG.
3
Compress
Use a free image compressor until the size is within the limit.
4
Check clarity
Open the file again to confirm the face and signature are clear.

Related Pages

How to Apply →
Application steps		Form Correction →
Edit your form		Hall Ticket →
Photo appears here

Source: official portal ecet.tgche.ac.in. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Reservation

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TG ECET Reservation Policy

Understand how seats are reserved in admissions through this exam – category reservation, women quota and local seats.

Category Reservation  •  Women Quota  •  Local Rule
📘 Please note: Seats are filled as per Telangana government reservation rules for category, women, PH and local candidates. Details for the next counselling are To be announced, so confirm in the current notice.

Category-wise Reservation

CategoryReservation
SC (Scheduled Castes)As per Telangana rules
ST (Scheduled Tribes)As per Telangana rules
BC categoriesAs per Telangana rules
EWSAs per Telangana rules
OC (Open Category)Remaining seats after reservations

Special Reservations

👩 Women
Seats are reserved for women candidates as per state rules.
♿ Persons with disabilities (PH)
A horizontal reservation applies as per government rules.
🏷️ Local seats
Most seats are reserved for local candidates and the rest are open as per state rules.

Documents Needed to Claim Reservation

  • Caste or community certificate for SC, ST and BC candidates
  • EWS certificate, where applicable
  • Income certificate, where required
  • Study certificates and local or nativity proof
  • Disability certificate for PH quota

Related Pages

Seat Matrix →
Seat distribution		Counselling →
Seat allotment process		Eligibility →
Who can apply

Source: official portal ecet.tgche.ac.in. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Eligibility

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TG ECET Eligibility Criteria – Who Can Apply?

Check your qualification and marks before you apply for lateral entry into the 2nd year.

Diploma  •  B.Sc (Maths)  •  45% Marks
📢 Please note: The points below are based on reports of the 2026 notification. For the next cycle, the notification is To be announced.

Eligibility at a Glance

CriteriaWhat You Need
QualificationDiploma in engineering, technology or pharmacy, or B.Sc degree with Mathematics as a subject, from a recognised board or university
Minimum marks (as reported)At least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST candidates) in the qualifying exam
Courses you can join2nd year of B.E./B.Tech (AICTE approved colleges) and B.Pharmacy (PCI approved colleges)
Local statusTelangana (and as per the rules for Andhra Pradesh candidates), as given in the notification
45%
Min. marks (General)
40%
Min. marks (SC/ST)
2nd Year
Entry level

Which Paper Do You Write?

Your QualificationYour Paper
Diploma in engineeringMaths, Physics, Chemistry plus your branch paper
B.Sc (Mathematics)Mathematics, Analytical Ability and Communicative English
Diploma in pharmacyPharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmacognosy and Pharmacology and Toxicology

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Can B.Sc (Maths) graduates apply?
Yes, if Mathematics was one of their subjects.
Q. What is the minimum percentage?
45% for General and 40% for SC/ST, as reported. Confirm in the notification.
Q. Can final-year diploma students apply?
Please check the notification for the rule on final-year students.

Next Steps

How to Register →
Application steps		Registration Fees →
Fee details
Reservation →
Category rules		Exam Pattern →
Papers and marks

Source: official portal ecet.tgche.ac.in. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Exam Dates

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TG ECET Exam Dates

Know every important date – application, hall ticket, exam, result and counselling – in one place.

Next dates: To be announced  •  2026 timeline included
📢 Next cycle dates: To be announced. TGCHE will publish the schedule with the official notification.

Upcoming Schedule

EventDate
NotificationTo be announced
Online application startsTo be announced
Last date to apply (without late fee)To be announced
Hall ticket downloadTo be announced
Exam dateTo be announced
Preliminary keyTo be announced
ResultTo be announced
CounsellingTo be announced

Last Year's Schedule (TG ECET 2026)

Event2026 Date
Notification5 February 2026
Online application starts9 February 2026
Last date without late fee18 April 2026
Hall ticket9 May 2026
Exam date15 May 2026, 9 AM to 12 noon
Result and rank cards29 May 2026, 3:30 PM

TG ECET 2026 Counselling Schedule

Activity2026 Date
Phase 1 counselling begins15 June 2026
Phase 1 web options17 to 21 June 2026
Freezing of options21 June 2026
Phase 1 seat allotment23 to 24 June 2026
Final phase registration and verification begins4 July 2026
Final phase web options6 to 7 July 2026
Final phase seat allotment9 to 10 July 2026
15 May
Exam date (2026)
29 May
Result date (2026)
10 Jul
Final allotment (2026)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. When will the dates be announced?
The dates are To be announced.
Q. When was the 2026 exam?
On 15 May 2026, in a single shift.
Q. When was the result declared?
On 29 May 2026 at 3:30 PM.
Q. When was the final allotment in 2026?
Around 9 to 10 July 2026.

Related Pages

How to Apply →
Application steps		Eligibility →
Who can apply		Hall Ticket →
Download details
Response Sheet and Key →
After the exam		Result →
Rank card		Counselling →
Seat allotment

Source: official portal ecet.tgche.ac.in. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

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