TS PGECET 2026: Exam Dates OUT, Check Eligibility, Registration, Pattern, etc.

Full form of TS PGECET is Telangana State Post Graduate Engineering Common Entrance Test. It is a state-level postgraduate entrance test conducted annually. Programmes offered - MTech, MPlan, MArch, etc.

The conducting body of TS PGECET is Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad. It is conducted on behalf of Telangana State Council of Higher Education. TS PGECET is conducted once a year to offer admission to higher studies such as MTech, MPlan, MArch, and ME. Qualified candidates get admission to Telangana universities and colleges.

JNTU Hyderabad has released TS PGECET application form for 2026-27 academic session. Candidates who want to apply can submit their form till May 6 (without late fees). However, students do have the opportunity to submit their form with late fees. The dates have been updated on the website. 

Yes, JNUTH offers a form correction facility to students applying for the TS PGECET exam. The TS PGECET application form correction window will be activated once the submission deadline ends. To get access of the correction facility, candidates must login to the portal using their credentials and make the necessary changes. Applicants must note that the TS PGECET form correction facility will be available for a short time period. Therefore, candidates must make the changes within the deadline. 

TS PGECET question paper carry120 questions (objective-based). One mark is allotted for correct answer and there is no negative marking for an incorrect response. Candidates must check TS PGECET paper pattern carefully before attempting.

The TS PGECET exam is conducted online in two shifts. The time duration is two hours to complete entrance test. The TS PGECET question paper will be asked in English language. For each correct response, one mark is rewarded and there is no negative marking for incorrect responses.

No, there is no negative marking for wrong options. For each correct answer, 1 mark will be awarded. However, students have to complete their exam within two hours time duration.

No, the TS PGECET and GATE syllabus are pretty much same, however, the difficulty level may vary. The GATE syllabus is more ellaborative focusing on concept and practical approaches. On the other hand, the TS PGECET exam syllabus is more direct and falls under easy to moderate. The authorities will release the TS PGECET syllabus on the official website along with the information bulletin. 

Subject code for Computer Science and Information Technology is CS, and syllabus for course is as follows -

Candidates can check TS PGECET Civil Engineering syllabus below -

TS PGECET is a state-level entrance examination that is conducted by the Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU) to offer admission to postgraduate courses in engineering, technology, architecture and pharmacy. It is considered as one of the reputable exams in India. To prepare for TS PGECET exam without coaching, here are some strategies that aspirants can follow to secure a good rank in the exam.

• Start with the exam pattern and TS PGECET syllabus. Go through the details carefully. Highlight the topics and chapters that you find difficult to understand. 
• Go through the text books and notes first to clear basics and fundamentals. 
• Make notes of the formulas and definitions and terms for last minute revision. 
• Go through the previous year question paper to understand the TS PGECET exam pattern and marking scheme. 

The engineering specialisations that are available under the TS PGECET admissions are as follows -

• Geo-Engineering and Geo-Infomatics
• Electronics and Communication Engineering
• Bio-Technology
• Mechanical Engineering
• Instrumentation Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Textile Technology
• Mining Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Food Technology
• Aerospace Engineering
• Computer Science and Information Technology
• Biomedical Engineering
• Metallurgical Engineering
• Nanotechnology