TG CETs 2026 Complete Guide: Exam Dates, Application Deadlines, Eligibility & Fees for All Telangana Common Entrance Tests

Updated: March 2026 | Source: Official TGCHE Websites

Are you a student in Telangana planning to pursue Engineering, MBA, MCA, Law, B.Ed., Pharmacy, or Physical Education courses in 2026-27? Then this is the only guide you need. The Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE) has officially released the complete schedule for all 7 Common Entrance Tests (CETs) for the academic year 2026-27. From TG EAPCET to TG PECET, every important date, fee, and detail is right here — verified from official websites.

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What Are TG CETs? A Quick Overview

TG CETs are state-level Computer-Based Tests (CBTs) conducted by various universities in Telangana on behalf of the Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE). These exams are the mandatory gateway for admission into professional undergraduate and postgraduate courses across all government and private colleges in Telangana.

All TG CET 2026 exams are scheduled between 4 May 2026 and 3 June 2026, covering TG EAPCET, TG EdCET, TG ICET, TG ECET, TG LAWCET, TG PGLCET, TG PGECET, and TG PECET.

TG CETs 2026 — Master Exam Schedule at a Glance

ExamConducting UniversityCoursesExam Date(s)
TG EAPCETJNTU HyderabadEngineering / Agri / PharmacyMay 4–5 (A&P), May 9–11 (Engg)
TG EdCETKakatiya University, WarangalB.Ed (2 Years)May 12, 2026
TG ICETMahatma Gandhi University, NalgondaMBA / MCAMay 13–14, 2026
TG ECETOsmania University, HyderabadLateral Entry B.E/B.Tech/B.PharmMay 15, 2026
TG LAWCET & PGLCETOsmania University, HyderabadLLB (3yr/5yr) / LLMMay 18, 2026
TG PGECETJNTU HyderabadM.E / M.Tech / M.Pharm / M.ArchMay 28–31, 2026
TG PECETSatavahana UniversityB.P.Ed / D.P.Ed (2 Years)May 31 – June 3, 2026

1. TG EAPCET 2026 — Engineering, Agriculture & Pharmacy

What Is TG EAPCET?

TG EAPCET (Telangana Engineering, Agriculture & Pharmacy Common Entrance Test), formerly known as TS EAMCET, is the most popular entrance exam in Telangana. It is conducted by JNTU Hyderabad on behalf of TGCHE and serves as the gateway for admission into B.E./B.Tech., B.Pharmacy, and Agriculture courses.

TG EAPCET 2026 Important Dates

EventDate
Notification ReleasedFebruary 14, 2026
Application Start DateFebruary 19, 2026
Last Date Without Late FeeApril 4, 2026 (Saturday)
Hall Ticket Download (Agri/Pharma)From April 23, 2026
Hall Ticket Download (Engineering)From April 27, 2026
Exam Date — Agriculture & PharmacyMay 4–5, 2026
Exam Date — EngineeringMay 9–11, 2026

Eligibility

Candidates must have passed or be appearing in Intermediate (10+2) with MPC (Maths, Physics, Chemistry) for Engineering, or BiPC (Biology, Physics, Chemistry) for Agriculture and Pharmacy streams. Applicants must belong to Telangana or Andhra Pradesh and satisfy local/non-local status requirements as per the Presidential Order of 1974.

Application Fee

CategoryFee
General / OBC₹900
SC / ST / PH₹500

Exam Pattern

The exam is a CBT with a duration of 3 hours containing 160 MCQ questions — 80 in Mathematics, 40 in Physics, and 40 in Chemistry for Engineering. There is no negative marking for wrong answers.

Official Website: eapcet.tgche.ac.in | Helpdesk: +91 9493670121


2. TG LAWCET & TG PGLCET 2026 — Law Entrance Test

What Is TG LAWCET / PGLCET?

TG LAWCET-2026 and TG PGLCET-2026 are conducted by Osmania University, Hyderabad on behalf of TGCHE for admission into 3-Year / 5-Year LL.B. Regular Courses and 2-year LL.M. Courses in Colleges of Law in Telangana.

TG LAWCET 2026 Important Dates

EventDate
Last Date Without Late FeeApril 1, 2026 (Wednesday)
Exam DateMay 18, 2026

Official Website: lawcet.tgche.ac.in | Helpdesk: +91 7207341100 / +91 9618959728


3. TG ECET 2026 — Engineering Common Entrance Test (Lateral Entry)

What Is TG ECET?

TG ECET [FDH & B.Sc. (Mathematics)] – 2026 is conducted by Osmania University for lateral admission into the 2nd year of B.E./B.Tech. and B.Pharmacy courses for Diploma holders and B.Sc. (Mathematics) degree candidates.

TG ECET 2026 Important Dates

EventDate
Application Start DateFebruary 9, 2026
Last Date Without Late FeeApril 18, 2026 (Saturday)
Last Date with Late Fee ₹500April 24, 2026
Last Date with Late Fee ₹1000April 29, 2026
Last Date with Late Fee ₹2500May 4, 2026
Last Date with Late Fee ₹5000May 8, 2026
Last Date with Late Fee ₹10,000May 12, 2026
Exam DateMay 15, 2026 (Friday)

Application Fee

CategoryFee
General / Others₹900
SC / ST / PH₹500

Official Website: ecet.tgche.ac.in | Helpdesk: +91 8179979584


4. TG ICET 2026 — Integrated Common Entrance Test (MBA/MCA)

What Is TG ICET?

TG ICET 2026 is a Computer-Based Test conducted for admissions into MBA and MCA programmes offered by Universities in Telangana and their affiliated colleges. It is conducted by Mahatma Gandhi University, Nalgonda on behalf of TGCHE.

TG ICET 2026 Important Dates

EventDate
Last Date Without Late FeeMarch 31, 2026 (Tuesday)
Last Date with Late Fee ₹250March 30, 2026
Last Date with Late Fee ₹500April 7, 2026
Application Correction WindowApril 18 – April 24, 2026
Last Date with Late Fee ₹5,000May 1, 2026
Last Date with Late Fee ₹10,000May 2–3, 2026
Hall Ticket DownloadMay 4, 2026
Exam DatesMay 13–14, 2026

Application Fee

CategoryFee
General Candidates₹750
SC / ST / Differently-Abled₹550

Exam Pattern

TG ICET 2026 contains 200 questions covering Analytical Ability, Communication Ability, and Mathematical Ability, to be completed in 120 minutes.

Official Website: icet.tgche.ac.in | Helpdesk: +91 9676853076


5. TG PGECET 2026 — Post Graduate Engineering Common Entrance Test

What Is TG PGECET?

TG PGECET-2026 is conducted by JNTU Hyderabad on behalf of TGCHE for admission into full-time M.E. / M.Tech. / M.Pharm. / M.Arch. / Graduate level Pharm.D (P.B.) courses in Universities and affiliated colleges in Telangana.

TG PGECET 2026 Important Dates

EventDate
Application Start DateFebruary 27, 2026
Last Date Without Late FeeMay 6, 2026 (Wednesday)
Exam DatesMay 28–31, 2026

Application Fee

CategoryFee
General / Others₹1,100
SC / ST / PWD₹600

Official Website: pgecet.tgche.ac.in | Helpdesk: +91 8074507055


6. TG EdCET 2026 — Education Common Entrance Test (B.Ed.)

What Is TG EdCET?

TG Ed.CET-2026 is conducted by Kakatiya University, Warangal on behalf of TGCHE for admission into the B.Ed. (Two Years) Regular Course in Colleges of Education in Telangana State.

TG EdCET 2026 Important Dates

EventDate
Application Start DateFebruary 23, 2026
Exam DateMay 12, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Session Time10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon
Second Session Time2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Application Fee

CategoryFee
General / Others₹750
SC / ST / PH₹550

Official Website: edcet.tgche.ac.in | Helpdesk: 0870-2958088


7. TG PECET 2026 — Physical Education Common Entrance Test

What Is TG PECET?

TG PECET-2026 is conducted by Satavahana University for admission into B.P.Ed. (2 Years) and D.P.Ed. (2 Years) Courses in Telangana for the academic year 2026-2027. This exam is unique because it also includes Physical Efficiency and Skill Tests.

TG PECET 2026 Important Dates

EventDate
Application Start DateMarch 2, 2026
Last Date Without Late FeeMay 5, 2026 (Tuesday)
Exam DatesMay 31 – June 3, 2026

Application Fee

CategoryFee
General / Others₹900
SC / ST₹500

Official Website: pecet.tgche.ac.in | Helpdesk: +91 9000594574


Complete Fee Comparison — All TG CETs 2026

ExamGeneral FeeSC/ST/PH Fee
TG EAPCET₹900₹500
TG LAWCET / PGLCET
TG ECET₹900₹500
TG ICET₹750₹550
TG PGECET₹1,100₹600
TG EdCET₹750₹550
TG PECET₹900₹500

How to Apply for Any TG CET 2026 — Step by Step

All TG CET applications follow the same 3-step online process:

Step 1 — Pay the Application Fee Visit the official website of the respective exam and click “Application Fee Payment.” Pay through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or TG Online payment centres. Note down your Payment Reference Number.

Step 2 — Fill the Application Form Log in using your payment reference number. Fill in all personal, academic, and contact details carefully. Upload your passport-size photograph and signature in the specified format.

Step 3 — Print the Confirmation After successful submission, take a printout of your filled application. You will need to submit it to the invigilator on exam day.


Top Tips to Crack TG CET Registrations Without Stress

Apply early — don’t wait until the last date to avoid server overload. Keep all documents ready in advance: Aadhar card, 10th and Intermediate marksheets, caste certificate if applicable, passport-size photographs, and signature image. Always use a valid and active mobile number and email ID — all hall ticket and result communications happen through these. Cross-check your eligibility before paying the fee, as fees are non-refundable. Bookmark the official TGCHE portal tgche.ac.in for all updates in one place.


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Can I apply for multiple TG CETs in 2026? Yes, you can apply for more than one TG CET as long as you meet the eligibility criteria for each exam. Each exam requires a separate application and fee payment.

Q: Is there negative marking in TG CETs? No, there is no negative marking in TG EAPCET. For other exams, check the individual notification for the exact pattern.

Q: What is the mode of all TG CET exams? All entrance tests are conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode.

Q: Are TG CETs applicable for both government and private colleges? Yes. A valid TG CET rank is mandatory for admission into both government and private professional colleges across Telangana.

Q: What if I miss the last date without late fee? You can still apply with late fees. Each exam has multiple late fee stages, so check the specific exam’s schedule above.


Final Words

All 7 TG CET exams for 2026-27 are now officially announced. Whether you’re aiming for engineering through TG EAPCET, management through TG ICET, law through TG LAWCET, or teaching through TG EdCET — the window to apply is open right now. Don’t wait. Apply on time, prepare smart, and secure your future.

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All information is sourced directly from official TGCHE exam websites. Visit tgche.ac.in for the latest notifications and updates.

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