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

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 applies even if the first-phase seat was confirmed earlier. Therefore, candidates must participate in the final phase of the TG ICET counselling only when they are not satisfied with their allotment from the first round.

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

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 will not be considered for the seat allotment in the final phase of ICET counselling. The option entry process under the final phase counselling remains the same as the TG ICET first phase option entry round.

What is TSICET qualifying cutoff?

Every year, with the release of TG ICET notification, TGCHE notifies the qualifying cutoff, also known as qualifying score. Candidates appearing for the TG ICET exam must meet the qualifying cutoff to participate in the counselling process. The qualifying cutoff has not changed from the previous session. Candidates have to score a minimum of 25 per cent marks if they belong to unreserved categories. Those who belong to reserved categories are eligible for the counselling, irrespective of their scores. Out of 200 marks, your category candidates have to secure 50 marks to be eligible to participate in the counselling process.

What documents are required to fill the TG ICET application form?

To fill the TG ICET application form, candidates need to keep a few documents ready. They must have the payment receipt from AP/TS Online or a Citizen Services Centre. The hall ticket number of the qualifying exam is also required. For proof of date of birth, they should provide an SSC certificate or birth certificate. If applicable, income and caste certificates are needed. Candidates belonging to special categories must also provide a certificate from a competent authority.

Does TSICET colleges release last ranks or the cutoff scores?

Yes, colleges participating in the TSICET counselling process generally publish the last rank or cutoff scores for admission once the admission is closed.

Which are the top TSICET colleges offering MBA admission to top 500 rank holders?

Some of the top colleges offering MBA Admission to top 500 rank holders are mentioned below: - OU College of Commerce Business Management - OU College of Commerce Business Management Self Finance - OU College of Commerce Business Management Self Finance - JNTU School of Management Studies Self Finance - Nizam College Self Finance - Sri Nidhi Institute of Science and Technology The cutoff rank range may vary in the upcoming sessions. Additionally, soem other college may close admission with a last rank less than 500. The list of MBA colleges above are based on the previous years TSICET cutoff rank statement.

Which are the TSICET colleges offering admission to rank holders between 1000-5000 ranks?

Colleges offering admissions between 1000 and 5000 TG ICET ranks are mentioned here: Arjun College of Technology and Science AV College of Arts Science and Commerce B V Bhavans Vivekananda College of Science Matrusri Institute of PG Studies MVSR Engineering College Pendekanti Institute of Management Pragati Mahavidyalaya PG College Satavahana University College of Commerce & Business Management Telangana University College Vardhaman College of Engineering AMS School of Informatics for Women Sri Chaitanya Technical Campus M C Gupta College of Business Management Mahatma Gandhi University College of Commerce & Business Management Sardar Patel College Vishwa Vishwani Institute of System and Management Malla Reddy Engineering College Methodist College of Engineering and Technology Kasturba Gandhi PG College for Women Auroras PG College

What are the different reservation categories for admission based on TSICET scores?

Different categories for admission based on TSICET scores are as follows OC Boys OC Girls BCA Boys BCA Girls BC-B Boys BC-B Girls BC-D Boys BC-D Boys BC-E Boys BC-E Girls

Is there any difference between TSICET rank card and TSICET result?

No. Kakatiya University terms the TSICET result as rank card. Candidates can view and download rank cards from the official website. Candidates will have to get the TSICET rank card verified at the time of counselling process. While checking the TSICET results, candidates can download the PDF copy of the rank card by clicking the 'Print' button available beneath the result window. TSICET ranks are based on the normalised scores of the candidate, calculated using the specified formulae.

What is the rank for 150+ marks in TS ICET exam?

TS ICET rank based on marks may change year to year depending on several factors. These factors include the number of candidates who took the exam, number of qualified candidates, difficulty standards of the TS ICET exam and more. For instance in the past session, TS ICET 2022 the rank 1 holder secured 170+ marks, whereas, in TS ICET 2021, the top 1 rank holder secured 155+ marks. Candidates securing 150+ marks can expect their rank to be within the top 20. TSCHE releases the TS ICET rankers list for top 20 rank holders along with the results.

How does the normalisation formula adjust for different difficulty levels across different exam shifts in TG ICET?

TG ICET normalisation formula takes into account the average scores and standard deviations of each shift and compares it with the overall values across all sessions.

What are the courses offered through TSICET exam?

TSICET exam is conducted for admission to two-year MBA and MCA courses. These courses are offered by all universities in Telangana and their affiliated colleges. The university in Telangana accepting TSICET scores include: Prof. Jayashankar Agricultural University (PJAU), Hyderabad Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Open University (Dr. BRAOU), Hyderabad Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad (JNTU-H) Osmania University (OU), Hyderabad Kakatiya University (KU), Warangal Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU), Nalgonda Palamuru University (PU), Mahabubnagar Satavahana University (SU), Karimnagar Telangana University (TU), Nizamabad

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

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. Only the candidates who attend the TG ICET certificate verification round are eligible for the option entry.

How can I register for TSICET counselling?

TS ICET counselling registration can be done on the official counselling website. First step of the counselling process is booking slots for ICET certificate verification.

What is TSICET qualifying cutoff?

Every year, with the release of TG ICET notification, TGCHE notifies the qualifying cutoff, also known as qualifying score. Candidates appearing for the TG ICET exam must meet the qualifying cutoff to participate in the counselling process. The qualifying cutoff has not changed from the previous session. Candidates have to score a minimum of 25 per cent marks if they belong to unreserved categories. Those who belong to reserved categories are eligible for the counselling, irrespective of their scores. Out of 200 marks, your category candidates have to secure 50 marks to be eligible to participate in the counselling process.

What are the documents required for TSICET counselling?

Candidates need following documents for TSICET certificate verification process: TSICET rank card TSICET hall ticket Aadhaar Card SSC/ Inter or equivalent marks memo Intermediate or its equivalent memo-cum-pass certificate Degree memorandum of marks Degree provisional pass certificate Study/Bonafide Certificate from Class 9 to Degree Transfer Certificate (TC) Caste Certificate of SC/ST/BC/Minorities Income Certificate issued by MRO PH/NCC/CAP/Sports and Games Certificates Residence Certificate for a period of seven years preceding the year of the qualifying exam Employer Certificate.

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

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 will not be considered for the seat allotment in the final phase of ICET counselling. The option entry process under the final phase counselling remains the same as the TG ICET first phase option entry round.

What is the mode for TSICET counselling?

TG ICET counselling is administered online. Qualified candidates have to book slots and appear for certificate verification at the helpline centres. Registration, as well as option entry, are hosted online on the official website.

When will TSICET counselling begin? Who will be eligible to apply for the TSICET counselling?

Telangana Council of Higher Education releases the TSICET counselling dates for all qualified candidates. All eligible candidates can apply for the counselling registration as per the official admission schedule. Every year, TG ICET counselling starts within 40 0 50 days of result declaration. All TSICET test takers are not eligible to appear for the counselling process. The eligibility to appear for TS ICET counselling is as follows: Unreserved category candidates securing marks greater than 25 per cent of the total score, i.e. 50 marks, are eligible to participate in the TSICET counselling. Reserved category candidates are eligible for the counselling, irrespective of their TSICET scores.

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

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 applies even if the first-phase seat was confirmed earlier. Therefore, candidates must participate in the final phase of the TG ICET counselling only when they are not satisfied with their allotment from the first round.

How can I attend TSICET counselling?

Candidates aspiring for admissions based on TS ICET ranks have to attend the TS ICET counselling. TSCHE conducts the TS ICET counselling online. Candidates having an eligible TS ICET scores can pay the processing fee for counselling and book slots for certificate verification from the official counselling portal. Based on the slots booked by the candidate, he/she will be required to appear for the physical certificate verification round. Once the documents are verified, candidates can complete the TGICET counselling registration and generate a password. This password along with other login credentials helps candidates participate in web options entry process held online. Based on the options exercised, rank, and candidate's category, TGCHE releases the TS ICET seat allotment results. The TGICET allotment results are accessible inside the counsellong login. The entire process for TS ICET counselling is conducted online with a physical document verification process.

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29 May ' 26	TGICET Preliminary Answer Key Publication
30 May ' 26 - 05 Jun ' 26	TGICET Answer Key Objection Facility
19 Jun ' 26	Declaration of TGICET Results and Final Answer Key
Aug ' 26	TG ICET Counselling 2026: Slot Booking for Certification Verification TENTATIVE
Aug ' 26	TG ICET Counselling 2025: Certification Verification at Helpline Centres TENTATIVE

TG ICET Counselling Eligibility 2026

TS ICET Counselling Process 2026

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TG ICET Final Phase Counselling 2026

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TS ICET 2026 Counselling: Spot Admission

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Master of Business Administration (MBA) : TSICET 2025 Last Round Closing Rank (General-All India)

College	2023	2025
University College of Commerce and Business Management, Osmania University	49	38
Badruka College Post Graduate Center	191	215
Pendekanti Institute of Management	749	795

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Master of Business Administration (MBA) in SRM : TSICET 2025 Last Round Closing Rank (General-All India)

College	2023	2025
SRM PG College, Karimnagar	14841	10760
SRM Degree and PG College, Karimnagar	17359	21455

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Duration

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Shamirpet, Hyderabad • Private

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Exams

TSICET

Total Fees

Duration

1 years
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Full Time

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Medchal, Hyderabad • Private

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Exams

TSICET

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