TG ECET 2026 is a Telangana state-level entrance exam conducted for Diploma and B.Sc (Mathematics) students who wish to gain lateral entry admission into second-year B.E., B.Tech, and B.Pharmacy courses in Telangana after completing their qualification.
This exam is conducted by Osmania University for every academic year on behalf of Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE).
TG ECET 2026 Highlights
| Exam Name | TG ECET 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Osmania University |
| Purpose | Lateral entry into 2nd year Engineering/Pharmacy courses |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Duration | 3 Hours |
| Total Questions | 200 |
| Marking Scheme | 1 mark for a question (No negative marking) |
| Official Portal | ecet.tgche.ac.in |
TG ECET 2026 Important Dates
| Last Date (Without Late Fee) | 23rd April 2026 |
| Extended Deadline(With Late Fee) | 12th May 2026 |
| Hall Ticket Download | 9th May 2026 |
| Exam Date | 15th May 2026 |
| Timings & Subjects | 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM ECE, EIE, CSE, EEE, CIV, MEC, CHE, MIN, MET, PHM, BSM |
| Result Declaration | June 2026 |
| Counselling Starts | June 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill the following eligibility conditions:
Educational Qualification
- A Diploma in Engineering/Technology from a recognized institute
OR - B.Sc degree with Mathematics as one of the subject
- Minimum 45% marks (40% for reserved categories)
Nationality
- Must be an Indian citizen
- Should belong to Telangana/Andhra Pradesh region
Application Fee
| SC/ST/PH | ₹500 |
| Others | ₹900 |
TG ECET 2026 Application Process
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official website: ecet.tgche.ac.in
- Pay the application fee
- Fill in personal and academic details
- Upload required documents
- Submit the form and take a printout
TG ECET 2026 Exam Pattern (Branch-wise)
- Mode: Online (CBT)
- Duration: 3 Hours
- Total Questions: 200
- Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Negative Marking: No
(A) For Diploma Candidates
| Subjects for the Test | Marks | Remarks |
| Mathematics | 50 | Common to all branches |
| Physics | 25 | Common to all branches |
| Chemistry | 25 | Common to all branches |
| Engineering Paper | 100 | Separate question paper for each branch |
| Total Marks | 200 |
(B) For B.Sc Mathematics Candidates
| Subjects for the Test | Marks |
| Mathematics | 100 |
| Analytical Ability | 50 |
| Communicative English | 50 |
| Total Marks | 200 |
(C) Pharmacy Stream
| Subjects for the Test | Marks |
| Pharmaceutics | 50 |
| Pharmacology | 50 |
| Pharmacognosy | 50 |
| Pharmaceutical Chemistry | 50 |
| Total Marks | 200 |
TG ECET 2026 Syllabus
The syllabus is based on diploma/B.Sc level subjects.
Hall Ticket Download
- Available from 9 May 2026
- Download from official website ecet.tgche.ac.in using registration details
- Mandatory to carry to exam center
Results & Rank Card
- Results will be out online through official website link: ecet.tgche.ac.in
- Candidates will receive Marks obtained out of 200, Rank of the state and Subject-wise scores
- Admissions are based on rank obtained in TG ECET 2026.
Counselling Process
Qualified candidates must participate in counselling:
- Online registration
- Certificate verification
- Web options entry
- Seat allotment
- Admission confirmation
Counselling is expected to begin in June 2026.
Courses Offered Through TG ECET
- B.E / B.Tech (2nd Year Lateral Entry)
- B.Pharmacy (2nd Year Entry)
Students are admitted directly into the second year, saving one academic year.
- TG ECET is only for lateral entry admissions
- Conducted once a year
- No negative marking
- Exam is fully online
- Rank is mandatory for counselling
TG ECET 2026 gives opportunity for diploma and B.Sc students to enter into engineering and pharmacy streams directly into the second year. Candidates should carefully check eligibility, apply before deadlines without any mistakes, and prepare according to the syllabus and exam pattern to secure a good rank and get admission.
Important Links
| Official Portal | ecet.tgche.ac.in |
| Application Fee Payment | Link |
| Online Application Form | Link |
| Results | Link |
FAQs
1. What is TG ECET 2026 exam date?
Exam date is 15th May 2026.
2. Who can apply for TG ECET?
Diploma holders and B.Sc (Mathematics) students are eligible.
3. Is there negative marking?
No, there is no negative marking.
4. What is the mode of exam?
It is conducted in online (CBT) mode.
5. When will counselling start?
Counselling is expected in June 2026.
6. When result will be out?
Result will be out in June 2026.
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