TG POLYCET — At a Glance
About TG POLYCET
TG POLYCET (Telangana Polytechnic Common Entrance Test) is the state-level entrance exam for admission to 3-year diploma courses in polytechnic colleges of Telangana after Class 10. It is conducted by SBTET Telangana as a pen-and-paper (OMR) test with 120 questions in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. Dates for the next cycle: To be announced.
Main Overview
TG POLYCET – Complete Guide for Diploma Admissions After Class 10
Everything about the Telangana Polytechnic Common Entrance Test – eligibility, pattern, syllabus, dates, result and counselling – explained in simple words.
State Level Exam • Offline OMR • SBTET Telangana • Diploma CoursesWhat is TG POLYCET?
TG POLYCET stands for Telangana Polytechnic Common Entrance Test. It is the state-level entrance exam for admission to 3-year diploma courses in engineering and technology after Class 10. It is conducted by the State Board of Technical Education and Training (SBTET), Telangana. The 2026 exam was a pen-and-paper (OMR) test held on 13 May 2026.
TG POLYCET at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Form | Telangana Polytechnic Common Entrance Test |
| Conducted By | SBTET Telangana |
| Courses | 3-year diploma courses in polytechnic colleges |
| Qualification | Class 10 (SSC) pass or appearing |
| Exam Mode | Offline – pen and paper (OMR) in 2026 |
| Total Questions | 120 multiple-choice questions, 120 marks (as reported) |
| Duration | 2 hours 30 minutes (as reported) |
| Official Website | polycet.sbtet.telangana.gov.in |
| Next Exam Dates | To be announced |
Exam Pattern Snapshot
See the full pattern on the Exam Pattern page.
Important Dates
| Event | Next Cycle | Last Cycle (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Application starts | To be announced | 2 Feb 2026 |
| Last date (without late fee) | To be announced | 20 Apr 2026 (reported) |
| Exam | To be announced | 13 May 2026 |
| Result | To be announced | May 2026 (reported) |
| Counselling | To be announced | June to July 2026 (reported, tentative) |
Full details: Exam Dates.
Who Can Apply?
Students who have passed or are appearing for Class 10 (SSC) and meet the rules in the notification can apply. Read the 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 Class 10 (SSC) textbooks, because the syllabus is based on them.
- Give the most time to Mathematics, which carries half of the marks, as reported.
- Practise OMR-style mock papers within the time limit.
- Attempt every question, but check the marking scheme in the notification.
Frequently Asked Questions
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| Eligibility → Class 10 and marks | Exam Dates → Schedule and key dates | Exam Pattern → Marks and time |
| Syllabus → Topic guide | Important Books → What to study | Counselling → Seat allotment process |
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Source: official portal polycet.sbtet.telangana.gov.in. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.