Top 10 Govt Polytechnic Colleges in Telangana List 2026: POLYCET Seats
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- 23 May 2026SBTET declared TS POLYCET 2026 exam results
State Board of Technical Education and Training, Telangana announced the TS POLYCET 2026 results on May 23, 2026. - 13 May 2026TS POLYCET 2026 exam conducted offline
SBTET conducted the TS POLYCET 2026 entrance exam on May 13, 2026 across Telangana.
Admissions are conducted through TS POLYCET by SBTET Telangana, with government college annual fees starting around INR 6,000.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | State Board of Technical Education and Training (SBTET), Telangana |
| Entrance Exam | TS POLYCET (120 Marks total) |
| Qualifying Marks | 36 out of 120 (30%) for General/OBC; No minimum cutoff for SC/ST |
| Average Fee (Govt Colleges) | INR 6,000 per annum |
| Top Ranked Govt Institute | Government Polytechnic, Masab Tank, Hyderabad |
| Official Portal | polycet.sbtet.telangana.gov.in |
Top Diploma in Engineering Colleges
At least 1623 colleges offer Diploma in Engineering across India, with Telangana hosting at least 73 colleges. A score above 90 out of 120 in TS POLYCET usually places a candidate in the top 500 state ranks, granting access to premier technical institutes.
Government Polytechnic Masab Tank secured the top opening cutoff rank of 26 for Diploma in CSE in Telangana. Students can explore both premier government polytechnics and top-ranked university diploma departments.
| College | City | Ownership | Total course fee | NIRF rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Institute of Technology Madras | Chennai | Government | ₹5.80 lakh | 1 (Overall, 2025) |
| Jamia Millia Islamia University | Delhi | Government | ₹35,625 | 4 (Overall, 2025) |
| Aligarh Muslim University | Aligarh | — | ₹50,100 | 10 (Overall, 2025) |
| Amity University Noida | Noida | — | ₹1.09 lakh | 22 (Overall, 2025) |
| Anand Agricultural University | Anand | Government | ₹6,060 | 27 (Overall, 2025) |
| Lovely Professional University | Jalandhar | Private | ₹2.07 lakh | 31 (Overall, 2025) |
| Acharya NG Ranga Agricultural University | Guntur | — | ₹58,080 | 31 (Overall, 2025) |
| City | Colleges | Fee range | Well-known options |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bhopal | 46 | ₹25,100 – ₹1.47 lakh | Laxmipati Institute of Science and Technology, Bhabha University |
| Lucknow | 39 | ₹24,140 – ₹1.77 lakh | Integral University, Institute of Technology & Management Lucknow |
| Pune | 32 | ₹40,000 – ₹10.20 lakh | MIT World Peace University, Vasantdada Sugar Institute |
| Bhubaneswar | 31 | ₹36,000 – ₹1.86 lakh | Eastern Academy of Science & Technology, Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management |
| Meerut | 30 | ₹30,000 – ₹3.72 lakh | Swami Vivekanand Subharti University, IIMT University |
| Kolkata | 27 | ₹36,000 – ₹6.48 lakh | Brainware University, Narula Institute of Technology |
| Hyderabad | 27 | ₹44,700 – ₹1.32 lakh | Teegala Krishna Reddy Engineering College, St.Mary’s Engineering College |
| Bangalore | 25 | ₹40,215 – ₹4.50 lakh | University of Agricultural Sciences Bangalore, Government Tool Room & Training Centre Bangalore |
Government Diploma in Engineering Colleges
| College Name | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Govt Polytechnic, Masab Tank | 26 | 778 |
| Govt Institute Of Electronics, Secunderabad | 138 | 1435 |
| Govt Polytechnic, Warangal | 425 | 2224 |
| Govt Polytechnic, Nizamabad | 216 | 2393 |
| S G M Govt Polytechnic, Abdullapurmet | 1898 | 2695 |
| Singareni Collieries Polytechnic College, Naspur | 725 | 3253 |
| Govt Polytechnic, Nalgonda | 2907 | 4023 |
| Govt Polytechnic, Siddipet | 746 | 4657 |
| Mahaveer Institute Of Sci. And Technology, Bandlaguda | 1685 | 6476 |
| Nawab Shah Alam Khan Coll Of Engg And Tech, New Malakpet | 5390 | 7865 |
| College Name | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Govt Polytechnic, Masab Tank | 169 | 1228 |
| Govt Institute Of Electronics, Secunderabad | 153 | 1769 |
| J N Govt Polytechnic, Ramanthapur | 182 | 2345 |
| Government Polytechnic, Medchal | 3085 | 3085 |
| Govt Polytechnic, Warangal | 733 | 3318 |
| Govt Polytechnic, Mahabub Nagar | 1269 | 5166 |
| Govt Polytechnic, Nizamabad | 1476 | 5489 |
| Swarna Bharathi Institute Of Sci. And Technology, Khammam | 2582 | 15951 |
| Jyothishmathi Institute Of Technology And Sci., Karimnagar | 1441 | 43825 |
Government Polytechnic Masab Tank secured the top opening cutoff rank of 26 for Diploma in CSE in Telangana. Overall, 73 colleges offer diploma engineering programs across the state.
| College | City | Ownership | Total course fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government Polytechnic Ambikapur | Ambikapur | Government | ₹6,005 |
| Anand Agricultural University | Anand | Government | ₹6,060 |
| Annamalai University | Chidambaram | Government | ₹6,310 |
| Government Polytechnic Latehar | Latehar | Government | ₹7,200 |
| National Institute for Empowerment of Persons with Multiple Disabilities | Chennai | Government | ₹7,965 |
| L.D. College of Engineering | Ahmedabad | Government | ₹8,000 |
| Shantilal Shah Engineering College | Bhavnagar | Government | ₹8,370 |
| Dr. B R Ambedkar Institute of Technology | Port Blair | Government | ₹8,900 |
| Baba Saheb Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Government Polytechnic | Auraiya | Government | ₹10,370 |
| Eklavya University | Damoh | Government | ₹11,280 |
TS POLYCET Cutoff Marks vs Expected Merit Ranks
TS POLYCET is scored out of 120 marks. General and OBC candidates must score at least 36 marks (30%) to qualify for rank listing. There is no minimum qualifying mark requirement for SC and ST candidates.
Candidates scoring between 100 and 120 marks generally secure ranks under 100, opening admission to premier branches at Government Polytechnic Masab Tank and Government Polytechnic Warangal.
How to Apply for Diploma in Engineering Admission in 2026: Step by Step
- Check Qualifying Criteria: General and OBC candidates must score at least 36 out of 120 marks (30%) to qualify for TS POLYCET rank listing, while there is no minimum qualifying score for SC/ST candidates.
- Appear for TS POLYCET Exam: Attempt the 120-mark MPC stream examination, where Mathematics carries 60 marks and Physics carries 30 marks, with no negative marking.
- Check Results and Rank Card: SBTET declares TS POLYCET results and rank cards on the official portal.
- Participate in Counseling Options: Fill choices for government and private polytechnic colleges based on rank during counselling.
- Document Verification and Seat Allotment: Submit required documents including TS POLYCET Rank Card, Hall Ticket, SSC Marks Memo, Study Certificates (Class 4 to 10), Caste Certificate, and Income Certificate.
- Pay College Fee and Report to Allotted College: Pay the annual course fee (around INR 6,000 for government polytechnic institutes) and confirm admission at the assigned college.
| What to do | Where | Link |
|---|---|---|
| counselling | SBTET Official TS POLYCET Portal | polycet.sbtet.telangana.gov.in |
| Compare colleges, fees and cutoffs | Diploma in Engineering colleges in India | findmycollege.com |
TS POLYCET counselling consists of three phases: First Phase, Final Phase, and Spot Admissions. In case of tie scores, ranks prioritize Mathematics marks first, followed by Physics marks and candidate age.
FAQs
Which is the top government polytechnic college in Telangana for CSE?
Government Polytechnic Masab Tank, Hyderabad is the highest-ranked institute for Diploma in CSE, with opening and closing ranks ranging from 26 to 778.
What is the qualifying mark for TS POLYCET?
General and OBC candidates must score at least 36 out of 120 marks (30%). There are no minimum qualifying marks for SC/ST category candidates.
What rank is required for Government Polytechnic Masab Tank?
A rank within the top 500 (achievable with a 90+ score out of 120) usually guarantees seats in competitive branches like CSE and ECE at Masab Tank.
How much is the fee for government polytechnic colleges in Telangana?
Government polytechnic colleges in Telangana charge a nominal fee of around INR 6,000 per year.
Is there negative marking in the TS POLYCET entrance exam?
No, there is no negative marking in TS POLYCET. Each correct question awards 1 mark out of 120.
