TSICET (Telangana State Integrated Common Entrance Test), also referred to as TG ICET in official communications, is conducted by the Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TGCHE) through Kakatiya University for admission to MBA and MCA programmes at universities and colleges across Telangana. The TSICET 2027 application form is expected to be released at icet.tgche.ac.in in February 2027, following the same annual schedule — the 2026 cycle opened on February 12, 2026. Based on the 2026 official notification, the application fee is expected to be ₹750 for General category and ₹550 for SC/ST/PwD students; verify exact figures in the official 2027 brochure.

Event Expected Date Status
Application Form Release February 2027 (Expected) Not Yet Announced
Last Date to Apply March 2027 (Expected) Not Yet Announced
Application Fee — General ₹750 (Expected, based on 2026) —

Direct Link to Apply for TSICET 2027 (Soon — Expected February 2027)
The application link will be activated once TGCHE releases the official 2027 notification at icet.tgche.ac.in. Bookmark this page for instant access when the window opens.

What is TSICET Application Form 2027?

The TSICET application form is the official entry point for students seeking admission to MBA and MCA programmes at government, aided, and self-financing colleges affiliated with Telangana universities. The exam, conducted by TGCHE through Kakatiya University, is Telangana’s primary state-level management and computer applications entrance test — it is not recognised for admissions in other states. Over 65,000–86,000 students register each year, making it one of the larger state CETs in South India.

For the 2027 cycle, the official notification is expected in February 2027, with the online application form going live on the portal shortly after. The TSICET 2027 score will be used for counselling and seat allotment into MBA and MCA seats at colleges under Osmania, Kakatiya, Telangana, Mahatma Gandhi, Palamuru, and other Telangana state universities. The official application portal is icet.tgche.ac.in.

Note: TSICET is open only to students who are permanent residents of Telangana or who have completed their qualifying degree from a recognised institution in Telangana. Students from other states are not eligible to apply — applications from non-eligible students are rejected and the fee is not refunded.

Year Conducting Body Registered Appeared Attendance %
2025 TGCHE (via Kakatiya University) 71,746 64,938 90.5%
2024 TGCHE (via Kakatiya University) 86,000+ 77,942 ~90.6%
2023 TGCHE (via Kakatiya University) 75,932 70,900 93.4%
2022 TGCHE (via Kakatiya University) 75,952 68,781 90.6%
2021 TGCHE (via Kakatiya University) 66,034 56,962 86.3%

Registrations peaked at over 86,000 in 2024 — the highest recorded in recent cycles — before settling to 71,746 in 2025, likely reflecting a normalisation in MBA/MCA demand after the post-pandemic surge. Attendance rates have held consistently above 86%, with the 2023 cycle recording the highest turnout at 93.4%. For TSICET 2027, registrations are projected to fall in the 72,000–82,000 range, based on the 2023–2025 trend.

Source: TGCHE — icet.tgche.ac.in; The Hans India (TGICET 2024 qualification data)

TSICET Application Form 2027: Important Dates

As of September 2026, TGCHE has not released the official TSICET 2027 schedule. The dates below are projected based on the 2026 cycle timeline. Official dates will be published at icet.tgche.ac.in once the notification is out — this page will be updated immediately.

Event Expected Date (2027) Status
Official Notification Release First week of February 2027 (Expected) Not Announced
Application Form Goes Live February 2027 (Expected) Not Announced
Last Date to Apply (Without Late Fee) March 2027 (Expected) Not Announced
Last Date for Fee Payment March 2027 (Expected) Not Announced
Application Form Correction Window April 2027 (Expected) Not Announced
Admit Card (Hall Ticket) Release April–May 2027 (Expected) Not Announced
TSICET 2027 Exam Date May 2027 (Expected) Not Announced
Result Declaration June–July 2027 (Expected) Not Announced

Source: TGCHE — icet.tgche.ac.in (2026 cycle reference)

TSICET 2027 Eligibility Criteria (Before You Apply)

Confirm your eligibility before the TSICET 2027 registration window opens. Applications from ineligible students are rejected after scrutiny, and the fee is not refunded. The criteria below are based on the 2026 official notification — any revisions for 2027 will appear in the official brochure.

Note: TSICET is restricted to Telangana domicile students. Students who are permanent residents of Telangana or who completed their qualifying degree from a recognised Telangana institution are eligible. Students from other states are not permitted to apply.

Eligibility Parameter MBA MCA
Qualifying Degree Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university (degrees in Oriental Languages are not accepted) BCA, B.Sc, B.Com, or B.A — with Mathematics as a subject at 10+2 or graduation level
Minimum Marks 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST students) 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST students)
Final Year Students Eligible — proof of degree completion required at the time of counselling / admission Eligible — proof of degree completion required at the time of counselling / admission
Nationality Indian national
Domicile Telangana — permanent resident or studied in a Telangana-recognised institution
Distance / ODL Degrees Must be recognised by the UGC–AICTE–DEB Joint Committee

How to Fill TSICET Application Form 2027

Once the TSICET 2027 application window opens at icet.tgche.ac.in, you will complete two phases: new registration and application form filling. Keep your Class 10 certificate, graduation marksheets, a scanned passport-size photograph, and a scanned signature image ready before you begin — the process cannot be paused mid-way once started.

Phase 1: New Registration

  1. Visit icet.tgche.ac.in and click "New Registration" or the equivalent link in the 2027 notification.
  2. Enter your name, date of birth, mobile number, and email ID exactly as they appear on your Class 10 (SSC) certificate — even a minor spelling mismatch can cause issues during counselling document verification.
  3. Submit the registration form. You will receive an OTP on your registered mobile number to verify your contact details.
  4. Note down your Application Number / Registration ID — this is your permanent login identifier. You will need it for admit card download, result checking, and counselling registration.
  5. Set a strong password and save your login credentials securely before proceeding to Phase 2.

Phase 2: Fill the Application Form

  1. Log in to the TSICET portal using your Application Number and Password.
  2. Fill in personal details: full name, date of birth, gender, category (General / OBC / SC / ST / PwD), and local area status (local or non-local).
  3. Fill in academic details: qualifying degree, university name, year of passing, hall ticket number of the qualifying exam, and aggregate percentage.
  4. Select your preferred test centre from the list of available cities in Telangana.
  5. Upload your photograph (JPG/JPEG, max 50 KB) and signature (JPG/JPEG, max 30 KB) in the required format and size.
  6. Review every detail carefully — cross-check your name, date of birth, category, and local area status before clicking Submit.
  7. Pay the application fee online via debit card, credit card, net banking, or through TS/AP Online and meeSeva centres.
  8. Download and print your confirmation page immediately after payment — store it safely for admit card retrieval and counselling.

Note: Submit only one application form. Multiple applications from the same student will be rejected during scrutiny, and the fee paid for duplicate applications will not be refunded under any circumstances.

Download and keep your confirmation page safe — it is required for admit card download, exam hall entry, and counselling document verification.

Check all details before submitting — once the correction window closes, no changes are accepted under any circumstances.

Documents Required for TSICET Application Form 2027

During the TSICET 2027 online registration, you will upload your photograph and signature directly on the portal. All other certificates and documents listed below must be kept ready for physical verification during counselling — you will not upload them online, but you must present originals at the document verification stage before seat allotment.

Document Format Size / Specs
Passport-size Photograph (coloured, recent) JPG / JPEG Max 50 KB; white or light background; face clearly visible (80% frame); no sunglasses or cap
Signature JPG / JPEG Max 30 KB; signed in black or blue ink on white paper; in running handwriting (not block letters)
SSC / Class 10 Certificate or Marksheet Original + photocopy (for counselling) Used for name, date of birth, and basic qualification verification
Intermediate / Class 12 Certificate Original + photocopy (for counselling) MCA applicants: must confirm Mathematics as a subject at 10+2 or degree level
Graduation Degree / All Year or Semester Marksheets Original + photocopy (for counselling) Final year students: carry marksheets up to the latest available semester
Qualifying Exam Hall Ticket Number Enter online during form filling Number from your graduation qualifying exam — entered directly in the application form
Category Certificate (OBC / SC / ST / PwD / EWS) Original + photocopy (for counselling) Issued by a competent Telangana state authority; must be valid and not expired
Local Area Status / Domicile Certificate Original + photocopy (for counselling) For determining local/non-local status — see official 2027 brochure for the exact format required
Valid Photo ID (Aadhaar / Voter ID / Passport) Original + photocopy (for counselling) Any government-issued photo ID; must be clear and legible

Note: Upload a recent passport-size photograph with a white or light background and at least 80% of your face clearly visible. Do not upload edited, filtered, studio-retouched, or selfie photographs — these are rejected during form scrutiny. If your photo is rejected, you must re-upload during the correction window, which is only open for a limited period.

TSICET Application Fee 2027

The TSICET 2027 application fee has not been officially announced yet. The table below shows the expected fee based on the 2026 official notification — confirm the exact amount in the TGCHE 2027 notification before making payment.

Category Application Fee (Expected for 2027)
General / NC-OBC ₹750
SC / ST / PwD ₹550

Payment will be accepted via: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, and through TS/AP Online and meeSeva centres (offline cash payment option at designated centres). No cheque or demand draft payment will be accepted.

Note: If your online payment fails, do not attempt a second payment immediately. Wait 48–72 hours for the amount to be automatically refunded to your source account before retrying — making a second payment before the refund clears can result in double deduction.

Note: The TSICET application fee is non-refundable under all circumstances — including if your application is rejected on eligibility grounds, if you withdraw voluntarily, or if you do not appear for the exam on the scheduled date.

The application fee is non-refundable — even if you withdraw your application or do not appear for the exam. Verify your eligibility before paying.

TSICET Application Form Correction 2027

TGCHE opens a form correction window after the registration period closes, allowing students to fix specific errors before the admit card is generated. In the 2026 cycle, this window ran from April 18 to April 26, 2026 — a similar 8–10 day window is expected for the 2027 cycle, approximately 2–3 weeks after the last date for applications.

TSICET correction fields are divided into three categories, each with a different process:

Category What Can Be Changed How to Correct
Category 1 Gender, mother’s name, contact details (mobile number / email address), and similar minor personal details Log in to the portal → click "Application Form Correction" → edit and submit online
Category 2 Specific fields that require verification by the helpdesk (details published in the 2027 notification) Email the official TSICET 2027 helpdesk (email ID shared with the notification) with your Application Number, the field to be corrected, and supporting documents
Category 3 Fields that cannot be corrected under any process You must cancel the current application and submit a fresh application — a new application fee applies

Fields that cannot be changed in the TSICET form correction window (regardless of category):

  • Regional test centre preference
  • Category 3 fields — these require a fresh application if incorrect

How to use the TSICET 2027 correction window (Category 1 — online):

  1. Log in to icet.tgche.ac.in using your Application Number and Password during the correction window period.
  2. Click on "Application Form Correction" — this link will only be active during the window.
  3. Edit the required Category 1 fields.
  4. Submit the corrected form and download the revised confirmation page — replace the earlier printout with this updated copy.

Note: Once the correction window closes, no further changes are accepted under any circumstances — verify every detail in your application, including name, date of birth, category, and local area status, before the correction deadline.

TSICET Application Form 2027 FAQs

Ques. When will the TSICET 2027 application form be released?

Ans. The TSICET 2027 application form is expected to be released in February 2027 at icet.tgche.ac.in. TGCHE typically releases the official notification in the first week of February, with the application portal going live shortly after. Exact dates have not been announced yet — bookmark this page for updates as soon as the 2027 notification is published.

Ques. What is the expected last date to apply for TSICET 2027?

Ans. Based on the 2026 cycle, the last date to apply for TSICET 2027 is expected to be in March 2027. In 2026, the original deadline was March 16 and was subsequently extended to March 31. TGCHE regularly extends deadlines by 1–2 weeks — the official 2027 last date will be confirmed in the notification.

Ques. How do I register for TSICET 2027?

Ans. Visit icet.tgche.ac.in once the application window opens and click "New Registration". Complete Phase 1 by entering your name, date of birth, mobile number, and email ID, then verify your mobile via OTP. In Phase 2, log in with your Application Number, fill academic and personal details, upload your photograph and signature, and pay the application fee online.

Ques. What documents do I need to upload for the TSICET 2027 application form?

Ans. During online registration, you will upload your passport-size photograph (JPG/JPEG, max 50 KB) and signature (JPG/JPEG, max 30 KB). You will also need to enter your qualifying exam hall ticket number in the form. Other documents — including SSC marksheet, graduation certificates, category certificate, and local area certificate — must be kept as originals for physical verification during counselling.

Ques. What is the expected TSICET 2027 application fee?

Ans. Based on the 2026 fee structure, the TSICET 2027 application fee is expected to be ₹750 for General and NC-OBC students and ₹550 for SC/ST/PwD students. The official 2027 fee will be confirmed in the TGCHE notification — check icet.tgche.ac.in before making payment.

Ques. What should I do if my TSICET application fee payment fails?

Ans. Do not attempt a second payment immediately if your payment fails. Wait 48–72 hours for the amount to be auto-refunded to your source account. Once the refund is confirmed, make a fresh payment. Retrying before the refund clears can lead to duplicate deductions, which then require a manual refund request from the helpdesk.

Ques. Can I submit more than one TSICET 2027 application form?

Ans. No. You must submit only one application form. TGCHE rejects all applications from a student who submits multiple forms, and the fee for duplicate applications is not refunded. If you need to fix an error, use the official form correction window — do not submit a fresh application unless your error falls under Category 3 (uncorrectable fields).

Ques. What details can I correct in the TSICET 2027 correction window?

Ans. The TSICET correction window allows online edits to Category 1 fields — gender, mother’s name, contact number, and email address. Category 2 fields can be corrected via an email request to the official helpdesk with supporting documents. Category 3 fields and the regional test centre preference cannot be changed in any category — you must submit a fresh application if those have errors.

Ques. How do I download the TSICET 2027 confirmation page?

Ans. After completing fee payment, log in to icet.tgche.ac.in with your Application Number and Password and navigate to the "Print Application" or "Download Confirmation" section. Download and print the confirmation page immediately — it is needed for admit card retrieval, entry to the exam hall, and counselling document submission.

Ques. I entered the wrong category in my TSICET form — can I correct it?

Ans. Category correction falls under Category 2 in the TSICET correction policy. You will need to send an email to the official TSICET 2027 helpdesk (email ID published with the 2027 notification) with your Application Number, the correct category, and a scanned copy of your valid category certificate issued by a Telangana state authority. Do this before the correction window deadline — no changes are accepted after it closes.

Ques. Will the TSICET application fee be refunded if I withdraw or do not appear?

Ans. No. The TSICET application fee is non-refundable under all circumstances — including if you withdraw your application voluntarily, if your form is rejected on eligibility grounds, or if you do not appear for the exam on the scheduled date. Verify your eligibility and commitment before making payment.

Ques. Do I need a domicile certificate to apply for TSICET 2027?

Ans. TSICET requires students to meet Telangana domicile criteria. Students who are permanent residents of Telangana or who completed their qualifying degree from a recognised Telangana institution qualify under local area status. A local area status or domicile certificate may be required at the counselling stage — the exact format and issuing authority will be specified in the official TSICET 2027 brochure. Check icet.tgche.ac.in once the notification is released.