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TG POLYCET

State Board of Technical Education and Training (SBTET), Telangana

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.

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Last updated: 13 Nov 2026

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Registration

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TG POLYCET Registration – How to Apply

Follow this simple guide to fill the TG POLYCET 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 2 February 2026 and the normal last date was 20 April 2026 (as reported). See TG POLYCET Exam Dates.

Before You Start – Keep These Ready

📄 Academic details
SSC (Class 10) hall ticket number, year of passing and marks details, and your study certificates.
🪪 Personal details
Aadhaar details, mobile number and email ID that you can access.
📜 Certificates
Caste or community certificate for reserved category candidates, and income certificate if needed.
🖼️ 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 polycet.sbtet.telangana.gov.in and open the TG POLYCET 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 offline (pen-and-paper OMR) test 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 applied after the normal last date in 2026.
  • Entering a wrong date of birth, hall ticket number or qualifying exam details.
  • Using a blurry photograph or unclear signature.
  • Entering wrong SSC details such as the hall ticket number or year of passing.
  • Forgetting to save the application copy and payment receipt.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is TG POLYCET 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: polycet.sbtet.telangana.gov.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 polycet.sbtet.telangana.gov.in. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Registration Fees

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TG POLYCET Registration Fees

Know how the TG POLYCET 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. Only one website we checked showed the 2026 fee (₹500 for General/OBC and ₹250 for SC/ST), so please treat it as unconfirmed and read the fee in the official notification before paying.

Application Fee at a Glance

CategoryApplication Fee
OC / BC₹500 (2026, reported by one source)
SC / ST₹250 (2026, reported by one source)

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)

In 2026, applications were reported to be open until 20 April without a late fee. A small late fee and a higher tatkal fee were charged for the next two days, as reported by one source. Please confirm in the notification.

Last DateLate Fee
20 April 2026Last date without late fee (reported)
21 April 2026₹100 late fee (reported)
22 April 2026₹300 tatkal fee (reported)

Counselling Fee

The counselling fee, if any, is given in the counselling notice and is To be announced for the next cycle. We have not confirmed an amount for 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the TG POLYCET 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, a late fee and a higher tatkal fee were reported for the last two days. Read the notification for 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 polycet.sbtet.telangana.gov.in. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Exam Centers

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TG POLYCET 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.

Exam Centres in Telangana  •  Centre on Hall Ticket
📢 Next cycle: The list of exam centres is To be announced in the information brochure. The 2026 exam was a pen-and-paper test held at centres across Telangana.

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 polycet.sbtet.telangana.gov.in. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Form Correction

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TG POLYCET 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 polycet.sbtet.telangana.gov.in. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Hall Ticket

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TG POLYCET 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 a date shortly before the exam (exact date not confirmed).

How to Download the Hall Ticket

1
Open the official website
Go to polycet.sbtet.telangana.gov.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 a date shortly before the exam (exact date not confirmed).
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 polycet.sbtet.telangana.gov.in. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Exam Day Guidelines

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TG POLYCET Exam Day Guidelines

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

Offline OMR  •  2.5 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 seat 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.

OMR (Pen and Paper) Exam Tips

  • Use the pen type mentioned on your hall ticket and mark the OMR bubbles fully and carefully.
  • You have about 150 minutes for 120 questions, a little over a minute per question, as reported.
  • No negative marking was reported, so attempt every question. Please confirm in the notification.
  • Check the exam timing on your hall ticket.
  • Do not fold or damage the OMR sheet.

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?
2 hours 30 minutes for 120 questions, as reported for 2026.

Related Pages

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

Source: official portal polycet.sbtet.telangana.gov.in. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Notification

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TG POLYCET 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 reported around 31 January 2026 and online applications opened on 2 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 polycet.sbtet.telangana.gov.in. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Photo Size Guidelines

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TG POLYCET 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 polycet.sbtet.telangana.gov.in. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Reservation

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TG POLYCET 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 polycet.sbtet.telangana.gov.in. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Eligibility

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TG POLYCET Eligibility Criteria – Who Can Apply?

Check your Class 10 result and other rules before you apply for a diploma course.

Class 10 Pass  •  Telangana  •  Marks Rule
📢 Please note: Reports of the eligibility rules differ between websites. Please read the exact rules in the official notification. For the next cycle, the notification is To be announced.

Eligibility at a Glance

CriteriaWhat You Need
NationalityIndian citizen
QualificationPassed or appearing in Class 10 (SSC) or an equivalent exam
Minimum marksAs given in the notification. One website showed 35% aggregate for General candidates, but another showed 30% in the cutoff section, so we have not confirmed one figure
Local statusLocal and non-local seat rules apply as per Telangana admission rules
Class 10
Qualification
TG
Local status rules
💡 Good to know: Students who are appearing in Class 10 can usually apply, but admission is possible only after they pass. Read the exact rule in the notification.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Who can apply for TG POLYCET?
Students who have passed or are appearing for Class 10 and meet the rules in the notification.
Q. What is the minimum percentage?
It is given in the notification. We have not confirmed it.
Q. Can CBSE or ICSE students apply?
Please check the notification for equivalent qualification rules.

Next Steps

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

Source: official portal polycet.sbtet.telangana.gov.in. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Exam Dates

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TG POLYCET Exam Dates

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

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

Upcoming Schedule

EventDate
NotificationTo be announced
Online application startsTo be announced
Last date to applyTo be announced
Hall ticket downloadTo be announced
Exam dateTo be announced
Provisional answer keyTo be announced
ResultTo be announced
CounsellingTo be announced

Last Year's Schedule (TG POLYCET 2026)

📘 Please note: Most 2026 dates were reported as tentative by education websites. Please confirm on the official site.
Event2026 Date
NotificationAbout 31 January 2026 (reported)
Online application starts2 February 2026
Last date without late fee20 April 2026 (reported)
Late fee date21 April 2026 (reported)
Tatkal fee date22 April 2026 (reported)
Exam date13 May 2026
Provisional answer keyMay 2026 (reported)
ResultMay 2026, about 12 days after the exam (reported)
Counselling phase 1June 2026 (reported)
Counselling phase 2July 2026 (reported)
Internal sliding and spot admissionAugust 2026 (reported)
13 May
Exam date (2026)
2 Feb
Applications opened (2026)

What to Do and When

1
After the notification
Read the brochure and check eligibility.
2
During the application period
Pay the fee and submit before the last date.
3
Before the exam
Download the hall ticket and practise OMR mock papers.
4
After the exam
Check the provisional key.
5
After the result
Prepare for counselling and keep certificates ready.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. When will the dates be announced?
The dates are To be announced.
Q. When was the 2026 exam?
On 13 May 2026.
Q. When did counselling start in 2026?
Counselling was reported in two phases, from June and July 2026.

Related Pages

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

Source: official portal polycet.sbtet.telangana.gov.in. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

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