Telangana State Engineering Common Entrance Test (TS ECET) 2026 Registration has commenced as Osmania University opens the application window on behalf of the Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TSCHE). Eligible candidates seeking lateral entry admissions into the second year of B.E./B.Tech and B.Pharm courses in Telangana can now submit their applications online through ecet.tgche.ac.in.
TS ECET 2026 Important Dates
Candidates applying for TS ECET 2026 must note the key upcoming dates:
- Registration Start Date: 09–10 February 2026 (current opening)
- Exam Date: 15 May 2026 (single session from 9 AM to 12 noon)
The exam will be conducted in computer-based test (CBT) mode across Telangana for programmes including Engineering, Technology, and Pharmacy lateral entry streams.
Who Should Apply for TS ECET 2026?
TS ECET (Telangana ECET) is designed for candidates seeking direct lateral entry into the second year of undergraduate engineering and pharmacy programmes:
- Diploma holders in Engineering/Technology/Pharmacy
- BSc graduates with Mathematics as a subject and specified credits
Candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria before applying.
How to Apply for TS ECET 2026?
Candidates can complete the application process through the official portal:
- Visit ecet.tgche.ac.in
- Register using personal details such as name, email and phone number
- Complete the TS ECET 2026 application form with academic and contact information
- Upload scanned photograph and signature as per specifications
- Pay the application fee online
- Review the details before final submission and download the confirmation page
Payment is accepted via debit card, credit card or net banking.
What Happens Next?
After application submission:
- Candidates can download the TS ECET 2026 hall ticket when available (typically in May).
- The TS ECET exam will be held on 15 May 2026.
- Scorecards and rank cards will be published later for qualified candidates online.
TS ECET 2026 serves as a gateway for diploma holders and BSc (Maths) graduates to enter engineering and pharmacy degree courses in Telangana institutions via lateral entry. Candidates are advised to complete the registration early and prepare for the exam accordingly.