The Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE) has officially unveiled the examination calendar for the Telangana Common Entrance Tests (TG CETs) for the academic session 2026-27. This crucial announcement provides a definitive timeline for lakhs of aspiring students aiming for professional courses in engineering, medicine, agriculture, management, and law across the state's universities and colleges.
TS EAMCET and TS ICET 2026: Key Dates and Details
The Telangana State Engineering, Agriculture and Medical Common Entrance Test (TS EAMCET) 2026 will be conducted by Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad (JNTUH). The computer-based test for agriculture and pharmacy admissions is scheduled for May 4 and 5, 2026. The engineering stream examination will follow on May 9, 10, and 11, 2026. This entrance test is the gateway for admissions into BE, BTech, BPharmacy, and related programmes.
For management and computer applications aspirants, Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU) will administer the Telangana State Integrated Common Entrance Test (TS ICET) 2026 on May 13 and 14, 2026. The exam for MBA and MCA courses will be held in two sessions daily: from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM and from 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM. Each session will have a duration of two and a half hours.
The application fee for TS ICET 2026 has been set at Rs 750 for the General category and Rs 550 for SC, ST, and PwD candidates. Eligibility mandates a minimum of 50% marks in graduation for general category candidates and 45% for SC/ST/BC categories for MBA. For MCA, candidates must have studied Mathematics at 10+2 or graduation level.
Complete Schedule for Other Telangana CETs 2026
The comprehensive calendar released by TGCHE outlines dates for several other important state-level entrance examinations:
- TG EDCET 2026 for Bachelor of Education admissions: May 12, 2026 (Conducted by Kakatiya University)
- TG ECET 2026 for lateral entry into engineering and pharmacy: May 15, 2026 (Conducted by Osmania University)
- TG LAWCET and PG Law CET 2026: May 18, 2026 (Conducted by Osmania University)
- TG PGECET 2026 for postgraduate engineering and pharmacy: May 28 to 31, 2026 (Conducted by JNTUH)
- TG PECET 2026 for physical education courses: May 31 to June 3, 2026 (Conducted by Satavahana University)
Planning Ahead for Academic Success
The early release of the TG CETs 2026 calendar is a significant move that allows students nearly two full years to structure their preparation strategically. With all major dates now in the public domain, aspirants can create a focused study plan, avoid last-minute confusion, and register for the exams without haste.
Authorities have advised candidates to monitor the official websites of the respective conducting universities and the TGCHE portal (icet.tgche.ac.in) regularly for the release of detailed notifications, application commencement dates, syllabus, and other crucial updates. Staying informed through official channels is paramount to ensure a smooth application and examination process for these career-defining tests.
