The Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE) released the schedule for various Common Entrance Tests (CETs) for the 2026-27 academic year. These exams determine admissions to professional courses in colleges across Telangana. Key entrance tests, including TG EAPCET and TG ICET, are scheduled to begin in early May 2026.
Key Exam Dates
The TGCHE announced specific dates for each entrance examination. The schedule covers tests for engineering, agriculture, pharmacy, education, law, and other postgraduate courses.
| Name of the CET | Conducting University | Date(s) of Test |
|---|---|---|
| TG EAPCET (Agriculture & Pharmacy) | JNTU, Hyderabad | May 4-5, 2026 |
| TG EAPCET (Engineering) | JNTU, Hyderabad | May 9-11, 2026 |
| TG ECET | Osmania University, Hyderabad | May 15, 2026 |
| TG Ed.CET | Kakatiya University, Warangal | May 12, 2026 |
| TG LAWCET | Osmania University, Hyderabad | May 18, 2026 |
| TG PGLCET | Osmania University, Hyderabad | May 18, 2026 |
| TG ICET | Mahatma Gandhi University, Nalgonda | May 13-14, 2026 |
| TG PGECET | JNTU, Hyderabad | May 28-31, 2026 |
| TG PECET | Satavahana University | May 31 – June 3, 2026 |
Application Process and Further Details
Officials will release the comprehensive schedule, including specific application opening and closing dates, on the individual websites for each examination. Students must consult these official websites for detailed information bulletins and application procedures.
Purpose of the Entrance Tests
These Common Entrance Tests facilitate admissions into various undergraduate and postgraduate professional programs. Universities across Telangana conduct these exams to standardize the selection process for students seeking higher education opportunities within the state.
For example, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU) Hyderabad conducts TG EAPCET for engineering, agriculture, and pharmacy courses. Osmania University handles tests like TG ECET and TG LAWCET . Mahatma Gandhi University conducts TG ICET for MBA and MCA admissions.
Next Steps for Students
Students planning to appear for these examinations should monitor the respective official university websites for updates. This includes checking for detailed eligibility criteria, syllabus, exam patterns, and application submission guidelines. Early preparation for these tests is advised.