Telangana State Engineering, Agriculture & Medical Common Entrance Test (TS EAMCET)

Telangana State Engineering, Agriculture & Medical Common Entrance Test (TS EAMCET)

TS EAMCET (Telangana State Engineering, Agriculture, and Medical Common Entrance Test)

The Telangana State Engineering, Agriculture, and Medical Common Entrance Test (TS EAMCET) is a state-level entrance examination conducted for admission into undergraduate courses in Engineering, Agriculture, and Medical (Pharmacy and Veterinary) fields in colleges across Telangana. It is organized by Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU) Hyderabad on behalf of the Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TSCHE).

Feature

Details

Exam Name

TS EAMCET (Telangana State Engineering, Agriculture & Medical Common Entrance Test)

Conducting Body

JNTU Hyderabad on behalf of TSCHE

Level

State-Level

Category

Undergraduate

Courses Offered

  • B.Tech (Various Fields), B.Sc. (Agriculture, Horticulture), B.V.Sc. & A.H, B.F.Sc, B.Pharmacy, Pharm D

Mode of Application

Online

Exam Mode

Computer-Based Test (CBT)

Exam Medium

English, Telugu, and Urdu

Duration

3 Hours (180 Minutes)

Tentative Exam Month

May (annually, subject to official notification)

Official Website

https://eapcet.tgche.ac.in/

TS EAMCET facilitates admission into various undergraduate programs in Agriculture and allied fields, including:

  • Agriculture & Veterinary Sciences:
    • B.Sc. (Hons) Agriculture
    • B.Sc. (Hons) Horticulture
    • B.V.Sc. & A.H (Veterinary Science)
    • B.F.Sc (Fisheries Science)
  • Engineering (Agriculture-Related):
    • B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering
    • B.Tech in Food Technology
  • Pharmacy & Allied Courses:
    • B.Pharmacy
    • Pharm D

General Eligibility

  • Nationality: Candidates must be Indian Citizens or hold PIO (Persons of Indian Origin) or OCI (Overseas Citizen of India) cards.
  • State Residency: Candidates must be residents of Telangana or Andhra Pradesh and meet the local/non-local status requirements as defined by TSCHE.
  • Qualifying Exam: Candidates must have passed or appeared in their final year of the 10+2 (Intermediate) examination or equivalent, as recognized by the Board of Intermediate Education, Telangana/Andhra Pradesh.

Age Criteria

  • Candidates must be at least 17 years old as of December 31 of the admission year.
  • Upper age limit: 22 years for general candidates and 25 years for SC/ST candidates.

Minimum Qualifying Marks

  • General category candidates must score at least 25% of the total marks in the exam to be eligible for ranking.
  • No minimum qualifying mark for SC/ST candidates, but admission is based on reserved seat availability and merit.

Course

Required Subjects in 10+2

  • B.Sc. (Hons) Agriculture

Physical Science, Biology/Natural Sciences, Agriculture, or Vocational Agriculture

  • B.Sc. (Hons) Horticulture

Physical Science, Biology/Natural Sciences, Agriculture, or Vocational Agriculture

  • B.V.Sc. & A.H

Physical Science, Biology/Natural Sciences, or Veterinary Vocational Courses

  • B.F.Sc (Fisheries Science)

Physical Science, Biology/Natural Sciences, or Fishery Vocational Courses

  • B.Tech. (Agricultural Engineering)

Mathematics & Physical Sciences

  • B.Tech. (Food Technology)

Mathematics & Physical Sciences OR Biology & Physical Sciences

  • B.Pharmacy & Pharm D

Mathematics & Physical Sciences OR Biology & Physical Sciences

Note: Candidates applying for Agriculture & Pharmacy courses must appear for Biology, Physics, and Chemistry in TS EAMCET (AM Category).

Feature

Details

Exam Mode

Online (CBT)

Duration

3 Hours (180 Minutes)

Total Questions

160

Subjects & Distribution

Mathematics (80) OR Biology (80: Botany-40, Zoology-40), Physics (40), Chemistry (40)

Marking Scheme

  • 1 for correct answers, No Negative Marking

Medium of Exam

English, Telugu, and Urdu

  • The syllabus for Agriculture & Pharmacy streams includes topics from Biology (Botany and Zoology), Physics, and Chemistry as per the 10+2 curriculum of the Board of Intermediate Education, Telangana.
  • Key Topics:
    • Botany: Plant Diversity, Morphology of Flowering Plants, Plant Physiology, Biotechnology.
    • Zoology: Diversity of Living World, Human Reproduction, Ecology, Applied Zoology.
    • Physics: Laws of Motion, Work Energy and Power, Optics, Electromagnetic Waves.
    • Chemistry: States of Matter, Thermodynamics, Periodic Table, Biomolecules.
  • Detailed syllabus is available on the official TS EAMCET website.

Candidates must apply online through the official website:

  • Register with basic details & pay the application fee.
  • Fill out the online application form with personal, academic, and contact information.
  • Upload necessary documents such as scanned photographs, signatures, and certificates.
  • Submit the application & download the confirmation page for future reference.

  • Online Counselling: After the results are announced, qualified candidates must participate in the online counselling process conducted by TSCHE.
  • Steps:
    • Register for counselling on the official portal and pay the counselling fee.
    • Verify documents online or at designated help centers (if required).
    • Exercise web options by selecting preferred colleges and courses.
    • Seat allotment based on rank, category, and preferences.
    • Report to the allotted college with original documents for final admission.
  • Documents Required: 10+2 mark sheets, transfer certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), income certificate (for fee reimbursement), and TS EAMCET rank card.

  • Syllabus Mastery: Thoroughly cover the 10+2 syllabus, focusing on Biology, Physics, and Chemistry for the AM stream.
  • Previous Year Papers: Practice past TS EAMCET papers to familiarize yourself with question types and difficulty levels.
  • Mock Tests: Regularly attempt online mock tests to build confidence in the CBT format and improve time management.
  • Reference Books: Use NCERT textbooks for basics and additional books like “EAMCET Test Papers” by Vikram Publishers for practice.
  • Study Plan: Create a daily schedule, dedicating time to each subject and revising regularly.
  • Stay Updated: Keep checking the official website for notifications regarding exam patterns or syllabus changes.

  • Agriculture Sector: Graduates can work in agricultural extension services, research institutes, seed industries, and organic farming.
  • Veterinary and Fisheries: Opportunities include veterinary hospitals, aquaculture industries, and government roles in animal husbandry.
  • Pharmacy Field: Career paths include pharmaceutical marketing, quality control, drug manufacturing, and hospital pharmacy.
  • Entrepreneurship: Start ventures in agribusiness, food processing units, or veterinary clinics.
  • Higher Education: Pursue advanced degrees like M.Sc. in Agriculture, M.Pharm, or specialized certifications for better prospects.

For queries related to TS EAMCET, candidates can contact:

  • Helpline Number: 040-23343616
  • Email