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Q: What are important topics included in TSICET exam's Analytical Ability section?

Analytical Ability section of TSICET exam has questions from topics in Data Sufficiency and Problem-Solving sub sections. The important topics of Analytical Ability in the TSICET exam include Reasoning, Coding and Decoding Problems, Sequences and Series, Data Interpretation, Data Sufficiency, Problem Solving, Venn Diagrams, Complete the Blank Spaces, Pie Chart, and Data, Time and Arrangement Problems. Both parts of Analytical Ability section do not have equal weightage. Topics under Data Sufficiency frame 20 questions, while topics under Problem Solving frames 55 questions.

Q: What are the best books for TSICET Mathematical Ability preparation?

Candidates can refer to the Mathematics textbooks prescribed until Class 12 by the education board in India. Mathematical Ability questions in TSICET are based on the 10+2 level syllabus. Some of the important books for TSICET Mathematical Ability preparation include 1) Mathematics for MBA Entrance Examinations by Dr. RS Aggarwal 2) Fast Track Objective Arithmetic by Rajesh Verma 3) Mathematics Class 11th and 12th by RD Sharma Besides the above-mentioned books, candidates can also refer to the NCERT books which are readily available online as well as in the nearby bookstore.

Q: What are some important topics included in Mathematical Ability section of TSICET exam?

Mathematical Ability section of TSICET exam is divided into three sub sections, namely Arithmetical Ability, Algebraical and Geometrical Ability and Statistical Ability. These sections have a question weightage of 35:30:10. Some of the important topics included in all these sub sections are Statements and Truth Tables, Areas and Volumes, Powers and Exponents, Relations and Functions Surds, LCM and GDC, Modular Arithmetic and Partnership. Candidates preparing for all these sections based on the Class 12 level books will be able to fetch a good score in TSICET exam's Mathematical Ability section.

Q: How to choose books for TSICET preparation?

Candidates preparing for TSICET need not buy any book if they already have books from which they prepared for any other MBA entrance exam. However, if TS ICETB is the only exam for which the candidate is planning to appear, following factors must be kept in mind to choose a book: Check the table of content and book edition Check if the book has its content arranged systematically Read reviews whether the book is for advanced level preparation or basic preparation Author and publisher Availability of section wise distribution Availability of a question bank

Q: Which section is the easiest in TSICET exam?

The Communication Ability section of the TSICET exam is considered the easiest section among all the sections. Telangana ICET has questions from three sections, namely Analytical Ability, Mathematical Ability, and Communication Ability. Besides the difficulty standards, TSICET exam's Communication Ability section has the least questions, that is 50 questions. The Communication Ability section is further divided into four sub-sections, which include 1) Vocabulary 2) Business and Computer Terminology 3) Functional Grammar 4) Reading Comprehension.

Q: When to start preparing for the TSICET exam?

TSICET preparation must take at least two months of time if the candidate has already prepared for any other MBA entrance exam. However, if the candidate is starting the MBA prep journey with the TSICET exam, then the ideal time for preparation must be at least six months before the exam date. Candidates aspiring to qualify for Telangana MBA Admission must pass the TSICET exam. Candidates starting early to prepare for the TSICET exam will have time to prepare at ease. At the start of the preparation plan, candidates must go through the TSICET syllabus and exam pattern. The second step must involve the candidates in analysing their weaknesses and strengths. The later stage of the preparation must include the candidate in preparing a comprehensive study plan with the section-wise division of their time.

Q: What are some important topics included in Communication Ability section of TSICET exam?

The Communication Ability section of the TSICET exam has four sub-sections. These sub-sections compile to fetch 50 questions. The division of topics with weightage under the Communication Ability is as follows: Vocabulary: 10 Business and Computer Terminology: 10 Functional Grammar: 15 Reading Comprehension: 15 With respect to the question weight, 60 per cent of the questions in the Communication Ability section are based on Functional Grammar and Reading Comprehension. While the remaining 40 per cent is fetched by questions on Vocabulary and Business and Computer Terminology.

Q: What are the best books for TG ICET Communication Ability section?

Some of the books that help candidates prepare for TG ICET Communication Ability section are mentioned below: Objective General English by S.P. Bakshi (Arihant) Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis High School English Grammar and Composition by Wren and Martin General English for All Competitive Examinations by S.C. Gupta (Arihant) Besides the above mentioned books, candidates can rely on the questions that appeared in the previous sessions of TG ICET exam. Questions on topics like synonyms, antonyms, grammar, comprehension, and sentence improvement, may repeat in the future exam sessions as well.

Q: What are the subjects included in ICET (Telangana) syllabus?

Telangana ICET, also known as TS ICET has three sections in the exam. Candidates appearing for the TS ICET exam have to prepare for all three sections, namely Analytical Ability, Mathematical Ability, and Communication Ability. These three sections of TS ICET exam are further divided into sub sections. The details for the sub sections are as follows: Analytical Ability Data Sufficiency Problem Solving Mathematical Ability Arithmetical Ability Algebraical Ability and Geometrical Ability Statistical Ability Communication Ability Vocabulary Business and Computer Terminology Functional Grammar Reading Comprehension

Q: Can I rely only on ICET books, or do I also need to take mock tests and sectional tests while preparing for TG ICET exam?

Candidates preparing for the TG ICET exam must first focus on what the recommended books have to offer. Candidates must complete the TS ICET syllabus, and then proceed to mock tests, sectional tests, and preparing from the previous year's papers. Therefore, candidates must include TG ICET mock test and sectional tests in their prep strategy. Mock tests and sectional tests for an exam help candidates analyse topics which they need to revisit. Additionally, candidates get to know what topics are important and need more attention.

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TS ICET Books 2026: Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE) conducts TS ICET exam for MBA and MCA admissions in the state. TG ICET aids the admission process in Telangana as well as Andhra Pradesh. While preparing, candidates choosing the right set of TG ICET books will have better chances of scoring high in the exam.

Several books available for MBA exam preparation makes it difficult for candidates to choose the books for TS ICET preparation. To help candidates overcome this problem, Shiksha has listed down section-wise books for TS ICET preparation along with recommended study material and ICET preparation tips.

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Section Wise TS ICET 2026 Books
Best Books for TS ICET 2026: Analytical Ability
Best Books for TS ICET 2026: Mathematical Ability
Best Books for TS ICET 2026: Communication Ability
TS ICET Preparation using Previous Year's Question Paper
TS ICET 2026 Preparation Tips

Section Wise TS ICET 2026 Books

TGCHE conducts TG ICET exam with three different sections. Candidates can get a common book for all three sections or section wise books for TS ICET preparation. The sections for TS ICET exam are as follows:

Analytical Ability
Mathematical Ability
Communication Ability

The following space provides sections wise TS ICET books for preparation.

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Q: What are the subjects included in ICET (Telangana) syllabus?

Q: Can I rely only on ICET books, or do I also need to take mock tests and sectional tests while preparing for TG ICET exam?

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Best Books for TS ICET 2026: Analytical Ability

The Analytical Ability section is divided into two sub-sections―Data Sufficiency and Problem Solving. This section will have questions from Sequences and Series, Data Analysis, Coding and Decoding Problems, Date, Time and Arrangement Problems. Candidates can refer to the following books for Analytical Ability preparation:

Books	Authors
Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation	Nishit Sinha
Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation	Arun Sharma
Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Exams	RS Aggarwal
Reasoning Book for Competitive Examinations	Pearson
A New Approach to Reasoning	B.S. Sijwali & S. Aijwali Arihant
Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning	RS Aggarwal
Analytical Reasoning	MK Pandey
Multi-Dimensional Reasoning	Mishra & Kumar Dr Lal

Commonly asked questions

Q: What are important topics included in TSICET exam's Analytical Ability section?

Q: What are the best books for TSICET Mathematical Ability preparation?

Q: What are some important topics included in Mathematical Ability section of TSICET exam?

Best Books for TS ICET 2026: Mathematical Ability

The Mathematical Ability section is divided into three sub-sections ─ arithmetic ability, algebraical ability and geometrical ability and statistical ability. Candidates can refer to the following books for Mathematical Ability preparation:

Books	Authors
How to Prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for CAT	Arun Sharma
Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Exams	RS Aggarwal
Mathematics for MBA Entrance Examinations	Dr. RS Aggarwal
Fast Track Objective Arithmetic	Rajesh Verma/ Arihant Publications; Fourth Edition (2018)
Mathematics Class 11^th and 12^th	RD Sharma
Vedic Mathematics	Dr. Aditi Singhal
Quantitative Aptitude Quantum CAT Common Admission Tests	Sarvesh K. Verma

Best Books for TS ICET 2026: Communication Ability

The Communication Ability part poses questions from Vocabulary, Business and Computer Terminology, Functional Grammar and reading comprehension. Refer to the following books for Communication Ability preparation:

Books	Authors
High School English Grammar	Wren and Martin
Proficiency in Reading Comprehension Simplifying the “Passage” for you	Ajay Singh
Word Power Made Easy	Norman Lewis
Grammar Error Spot	A.Uphadhaya
Objective General English	SP Bakshi
Better English	Norman Lewis

Common Reference Books for TSICET 2026 Preparation

In addition to the section-wise reference books mentioned above, the candidates can also refer to the common reference books listed below.

Books	Authors/Publishers
Integrated Common Entrance Test (Complete Success Package)	Arihant Publications
ICET Model Papers	Vikram Editorial Board
Kiran’s ICET for MBA/MCA Solved Papers (English)	1866 Kiran Prakashan
TS ICET 2020 for MBA/MCA	SIA Experts
ICET Previous Years Solved Papers	Praxis Group

Commonly asked questions

Q: What are some important topics included in Communication Ability section of TSICET exam?

Q: What are the best books for TG ICET Communication Ability section?

TS ICET Preparation using Previous Year's Question Paper

Following are the benefits of solving previous year TS ICET question paper and mocks

It will help you understand the TSICET exam pattern, marking scheme and difficulty level of the question paper
You will come across a variety of questions in TSICET sample papers that will put you in a better position for the exam
It will also be helpful in improving your speed, accuracy and time management skill
It will also help you evaluate your TSICET Preparation. Based on performance, you can identify your strengths and weaknesses.
It will also help you devise a section-wise strategy for the TSICET exam

TS ICET 2026 Preparation Tips

More than the number of hours, you must ensure that each study session is productive
Prepare a list of shortcuts, tricks and formulas. Go for the unconventional way only when it's not time-consuming.
Make a list of topics that require extra attention and take measures to fix your weak areas
Solve at least 15 to 20 TS ICET mock tests in the last two months to the examination
Revise without fail. Ensure that you lay equal emphasis on all the four sections as all of them have equal weightage

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Do I need to attent the TS ICET certificate verification round?

Answered 3 weeks ago

Yes. TS ICET certificate verification round is a mandatory process during the counselling process. With the start of the TS ICET counselling, the admission committee shares the list of TS ICET helpline centres along with the slots available for all categories to attend the certificate verification.

Rohini Bisht

Beginner-Level 5

When is TG ICET exam result declared?

Answered 3 weeks ago

TS ICET result date is notified along with the release of the detailed exam notification. Candidates can expect the release of the TG ICET exam results within 15 to 30 days from the exam date. Typically, the result is prepared within a week after the answer key objection window is closed. For exact

Jaya Katariya

Beginner-Level 5

What is the TG ICET admit card download process?

Answered 3 weeks ago

TG ICET admit card, or the TS ICET admit card, can be downloaded online from the official exam website. Candidates have to provide their login credentials that are generated at the time of registration to access the TS ICET admit card download link. Telangana ICET hall ticket login is facilitated se

Vikram Tyagi

Beginner-Level 5

Will I be allowed inside TS ICET exam centre with a digital copy of the hall ticket?

Answered 3 weeks ago

No. TGCHE officials do not allow any candidates inside the TG ICET exam centre if they do not have a hard copy of the admit card. Telangana ICET hall ticket grants entry inside the examination hall. Candidates with a digital copy will also face denial in entry inside the exam centre.

Nikita Saxena

Beginner-Level 5

What happens to the first-phase seat if a better allotment is received in TS ICET final phase?

Answered a month ago

TGCHE conducts the TS ICET counselling in two or more phases. If a candidate is allotted a new seat in the final phase of the TG ICET counselling, their first-phase seat is automatically cancelled. The candidate cannot claim the earlier allotment after the final phase result is declared. This rule a

Abhishek Dhawan

Contributor-Level 10

Are first-phase TS ICET options considered in the final phase?

Answered a month ago

No, options exercised in the first phase are not carried forward to the final phase. Candidates participating in the TG ICET counselling process are required to submit fresh options for the final phase of TS ICET counselling for MBA and MCA admissions. If no new options are submitted, the candidate

Shruti Shukla

Beginner-Level 5

Who can participate in the TS ICET final phase counselling?

Answered a month ago

TG ICET counselling is administered in two phases, i.e. the first phase and the final phase. Candidates eligible for the final phase include the following

those who secured a seat in the first phase of Telangana ICET counselling but do not wish to join
those who did not secure a seat but had their cer

Rohini Bisht

Beginner-Level 5

Which one will I get with a rank of 10673 in TS ICET 2025: Naura University or BVRIT? I am a BCB category male candidate.

Answered a month ago

With a TS ICET 2025 rank of 10673, and as a BCB category male candidate, your chances of getting into Naura University are better than BVRIT. BVRIT has a lower cutoff and caters to candidates with higher ranks, particularly in the open category and BCB category rank. Naura University will likely con

ABHINAV SRIVASTAVA

Contributor-Level 10

I got 12000 rank in TSICET. Which colleges can I get for MCA?

Answered 2 months ago

With a TSICET rank of 12000, you should be able to find an option in one of the mid-level MCA colleges in Telangana. For example, Vardhaman College of Engineering, St. Mary's College, Omega PG College and so on tends to accept ranks in that range. You will have options available in Osmania Universit

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