TS ECET 2027
Telangana Engineering Common Entrance Test, now written TG ECET (lateral entry to B.E./B.Tech and B.Pharmacy)
TS ECET, now officially written TG ECET, is the Telangana entrance test for diploma holders and B.Sc (Mathematics) graduates who want second year B.E./B.Tech or B.Pharmacy seats. The 2026 exam was held on 15 May 2026 by Osmania University.
- Conducted by
- Osmania University, Hyderabad, on behalf of the Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TGCHE)
- Mode
- Computer Based Test (online)
- Frequency
- Once a year
- Duration
- 3 hours (9:00 AM to 12:00 noon in 2026)
TS ECET 2027 Preparation
Updated on 18 October 2026 · Compiled from official Osmania University, Hyderabad, on behalf of the Telangana State Council of Higher Education notices
Preparation is mainly revision of your diploma subjects and basic sciences. The paper is 200 questions, 200 marks, in 3 hours, and the branch paper is worth 100 of them for diploma streams.
Study plan
- 1
Get the syllabus
Download the syllabus for your branch from ecet.tgche.ac.in.
- 2
Revise the branch paper
It carries 100 of the 200 marks, so go through core diploma subjects first.
- 3
Cover Maths, Physics and Chemistry
Practise formulas and numericals daily.
- 4
Use the mock test
The official site provides a mock test to learn the online interface.
- 5
Solve past papers
Time yourself, aim to finish within 3 hours and review mistakes.
Mark-based split
For diploma engineering candidates, the reported split is Mathematics 50, Physics 25, Chemistry 25 and branch engineering 100. Spend about half your study hours on the branch subjects, a quarter on Mathematics, and the rest on Physics and Chemistry. B.Sc (Mathematics) candidates face a different split, with Mathematics 100, Analytical Ability 50 and Communicative English 50.
Tips
- Attempt all questions if there is no negative marking, as reported.
- Keep certificates and the rank card organised for counselling.
- Rely on the official site for fees and dates.
Mock routine
From a month before the exam, take one full 200 question mock a week in 3 hours, then two in the final fortnight. Give about 80 minutes to the branch section, 45 minutes to Mathematics and 50 minutes to Physics and Chemistry, leaving a short buffer for review.