How to Apply for TS POLYCET 2027: Step-by-Step Online Registration Guide

TS POLYCET 2027 is conducted by SBTET Telangana. It is the mandatory entrance test for 3-year diploma admission at polytechnic colleges in Telangana. Candidates with SSC (Class 10) qualification apply online through the official SBTET portal.

SBTET manages the full process: application, exam, result, and counselling. No centralised body is involved in TS POLYCET admissions.

• TS POLYCET 2027 application is fully online. Candidates without internet access can apply at TS Online centres or authorised help centres.
• General, BC, and EWS candidates need a minimum 35% aggregate in SSC. SC and ST candidates need only passing marks.
• There is no upper age limit for regular diploma courses. Agriculture, veterinary, and horticulture diplomas require candidates aged 15 to 22 years.
• Non-local candidates from outside Telangana may apply. They compete only for the 15% unreserved seats at Telangana polytechnic colleges.
• SSC 2027 appearing candidates can register provisionally. They must pass all subjects before diploma admission begins.
• The application fee is non-refundable. A separate counselling processing fee applies after the TS POLYCET 2027 result.

TS POLYCET 2027 Official Portal: polycet.sbtet.telangana.gov.in

TS POLYCET 2027 Important Dates

SBTET Telangana has not published the TS POLYCET 2027 schedule yet. All 2027 dates are tentative and based on the 2026 cycle. Check polycet.sbtet.telangana.gov.in for the official notification.

Key Insight: TS POLYCET registration closes on one day for the regular window. The late-fee and tatkal windows last only one day each. Applying on the deadline day risks portal errors under heavy traffic. Complete registration at least one week early.

TS POLYCET 2027 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must verify eligibility before starting TS POLYCET 2027 registration. Conditions differ for SC/ST candidates and for certain diploma types.

Candidates from CBSE, ICSE, NIOS, TOSS, and APOSS boards have a different rule. They must score 35% separately in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry (General/BC/EWS).

How to Apply for TS POLYCET 2027 Online

TS POLYCET 2027 registration is completed at polycet.sbtet.telangana.gov.in. The process has 12 steps. Complete all steps in one sitting to avoid errors.

TS POLYCET 2027 Step-by-Step Registration Process

1. Visit the official portal. Go to polycet.sbtet.telangana.gov.in. Click the TS POLYCET 2027 registration link on the homepage.
2. Start a new registration. Enter your name exactly as in SSC records. Provide your mobile number and email ID. Click Send OTP.
3. Verify the OTP. Enter the OTP received on your mobile. SBTET sends your registration number and password by SMS.
4. Log in to the portal. Use the registration number and password from SMS to log in.
5. Pay the application fee. Pay online using net banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI. Save the payment receipt.
6. Enter personal details. Fill in name, date of birth, and parents’ names. Enter your Aadhaar number and gender.
7. Enter communication details. Provide your address, city, pincode, and phone number.
8. Select your category. Choose OC, BC, SC, ST, or EWS. Select any special category if applicable: PH, NCC, Sports, or Minority.
9. Choose exam centre preference. Select up to three preferred districts and mandals. Centre allotment depends on availability.
10. Enter academic details. Provide SSC hall ticket number, year of passing or appearing, board name, and school details.
11. Upload photo and signature. Upload a colour passport photo (JPG, under 50 KB, light background). Upload your signature image (JPG, under 30 KB, on white paper).
12. Preview and submit. Check all details before final submission. Changes are not possible after submitting. Download the confirmation page immediately.

TS POLYCET 2027 Application Fee

The application fee is paid at Step 5 of registration. The fee is non-refundable once paid. A separate counselling processing fee is paid after the result. OC and BC candidates pay INR 600 for counselling. SC and ST candidates pay INR 300 for counselling.

The fees above are based on the TS POLYCET 2026 cycle and are subject to revision for 2027. Check polycet.sbtet.telangana.gov.in for the official 2027 fee notification.

Documents Required for TS POLYCET 2027 Registration

Keep these documents ready before opening the TS POLYCET 2027 application form. Blurry or oversized image uploads will cause processing delays.

Documents needed at the application stage:

• SSC hall ticket number, year of passing or appearing, and board name
• Date of birth as per SSC records
• Active mobile number and email ID for OTP verification
• Aadhaar number or valid government photo ID
• Caste certificate details for SC/ST/BC/EWS candidates
• Passport-size colour photo: JPG format, under 50 KB, light background
• Signature image: JPG format, under 30 KB, black ink on white paper

Documents to carry at TS POLYCET 2027 counselling (originals and photocopies):

• SSC marks memo
• Study certificate from Class 4 to Class 10
• Transfer Certificate (TC) from school
• Aadhaar card or valid government photo ID
• Caste certificate (SC/ST/BC/EWS as applicable)
• Income certificate for fee reimbursement eligibility
• Residence or domicile certificate for local status proof
• PH, NCC, Sports, CAP, or minority certificate (if applicable)
• TS POLYCET 2027 rank card and printed admit card

Note: SC and ST candidates who paid the reduced INR 250 fee must carry an attested caste certificate to the exam centre. The invigilator may verify it on exam day. Carry it even if the certificate was not uploaded during the application.

TS POLYCET 2027 Admit Card

SBTET releases the TS POLYCET 2027 admit card online a few days before the exam. Candidates download it using their registration number and date of birth. The exam centre will deny entry without the printed admit card.

Steps to download the TS POLYCET 2027 admit card:

1. Visit polycet.sbtet.telangana.gov.in and click the Admit Card link.
2. Enter your registration number and date of birth.
3. Download and print on A4 paper in colour or black and white.
4. Carry the printed admit card with a valid photo ID to the exam centre.

Details printed on the TS POLYCET 2027 admit card:

• Candidate name and registration number
• Exam date, reporting time, and gate closing time
• Exam centre name and full address
• Candidate photo and signature
• SBTET exam day instructions

TS POLYCET 2027 Counselling Process

SBTET Telangana conducts TS POLYCET counselling in phases after the result. Counselling fills over 24,000 diploma seats across Telangana polytechnic colleges each year. The process is fully web-based with no physical reporting required at most stages.

Seat allotment is based on TS POLYCET 2027 rank, category, preferred district, and available seats in the chosen college and branch.

TS POLYCET 2027 counselling stages (based on 2024 and 2025 cycles):

• Counselling registration: Log in with your TS POLYCET rank card. Pay the counselling processing fee. OC/BC candidates pay INR 600. SC/ST candidates pay INR 300.
• Certificate verification: Upload scanned copies of original certificates through the counselling portal. SBTET verifies eligibility and category status.
• Web options entry: Enter college and branch preferences in order of priority. Options lock after final submission.
• Phase 1 seat allotment: Provisional allotment released based on rank and web options. Accept the seat and pay the college fee to confirm.
• Final phase: Remaining vacant seats filled in the second round. Candidates without Phase 1 allotment may participate.
• Spot round (if conducted): Any seats left after the final phase are filled through an open spot round.

Key Insight: Government polytechnic colleges in Telangana charge INR 3,800 per year for diploma tuition. Private polytechnic fees vary. Confirm the exact fee with the allotted college before accepting the seat in the counselling portal.

TS POLYCET 2027 Scholarships

Diploma students admitted through TS POLYCET 2027 can apply for state and central government scholarship schemes. Check eligibility conditions and deadlines on official portals.

• Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST): Telangana government funds tuition and living expenses for eligible SC and ST diploma students. Apply through the state welfare department.
• Fee Reimbursement Scheme: Telangana government reimburses tuition fees for BC, SC, ST, and EWS diploma students. Family income must be below the prescribed limit.
• National Scholarship Portal (NSP): Central government merit and need-based scholarships are available at scholarships.gov.in.
• Minority Scholarship: Eligible minority community diploma students can apply through the Telangana Minority Welfare Department portal.