TS DEECET 2026 Exam Dates Announced: Apply Online, Eligibility, Syllabus & More

TS DEECET 2026: Complete Recruitment Guide for D.El.Ed & D.P.S.E Admissions

The Department of School Education, Government of Telangana, has officially announced the TS DEECET 2026 exam dates for admission into two-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) and Diploma in Pre-School Education (D.P.S.E) courses. The computer-based entrance test will be conducted on 21 May 2026 and 22 May 2026 across various centres in Telangana. This is a golden opportunity for aspiring teachers to secure a government teaching diploma through this Telangana DEECET 2026 recruitment drive. Read on for complete details on eligibility criteria, application process, exam pattern, and important dates.

Organization Overview

The Department of School Education, Government of Telangana is the nodal agency responsible for conducting the TS DEECET (Telangana Diploma in Elementary Education Common Entrance Test). This entrance exam serves as a gateway for admission into government DIETs (District Institutes of Education and Training) and recognized private institutions offering D.El.Ed and D.P.S.E programs. The department aims to produce qualified elementary and pre-school teachers for the state.

Post Details

Through TS DEECET 2026, candidates can secure admission into the following courses:

• Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) – Two-year program for aspiring elementary school teachers.
• Diploma in Pre-School Education (D.P.S.E) – Two-year program for pre-school educators.

Seats are available in Telugu, Urdu, and English mediums across various government and private institutions in Telangana.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Candidates must have passed or appeared for the Intermediate (10+2) examination or its equivalent as recognized by the TG DEECET Committee.
• Must pass the qualifying exam by the time of admission.
• Minimum 50% aggregate marks for General category; 45% for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
• Must have studied Telugu or Urdu as a medium at SSC/Intermediate level or as a language subject, as per the medium opted for the entrance test.
• Polytechnic candidates and holders of certain non-equivalent certificates are not eligible.

Age Limit

• Minimum 17 years as on 1 September of the admission year.
• No upper age limit for D.El.Ed and D.P.S.E courses.

Local / Non-Local Criteria

• Candidates must satisfy local/non-local status as per Telangana Educational Institutions (Regulation of Admission) Order, 1974.
• 85% seats reserved for local candidates; 15% unreserved.

Application Fee

• SC/ST/PwD: ₹450
• All other candidates: ₹500
• Payment mode: Online through the official website.
• Fee is non-refundable.

Selection Process

The selection process consists of the following stages:

1. Computer-Based Entrance Test (CBT): 100 multiple-choice questions for 100 marks.
2. Answer Key Release: Initial key on 25 May 2026; objections allowed same day.
3. Result and Rank Card: Published on 30 May 2026.
4. Certificate Verification: 1–5 June 2026.
5. Web Options Entry: 6–8 June 2026.
6. Seat Allotment: 14 June 2026.
7. Tuition Fee Payment: 14–17 June 2026.
8. Commencement of Classes: 1 July 2026.

OC and BC candidates need minimum 35% marks to qualify; no minimum for SC/ST.

Important Dates

How to Apply

Follow these steps to apply for TS DEECET 2026:

1. Visit the official website: deecet.cdse.telangana.gov.in.
2. Download and read the Information Bulletin carefully.
3. Click on “Fee Payment” and enter basic details (name, DOB, gender, mobile number).
4. Pay the application fee online between 15 March and 15 April 2026.
5. Note the Payment Reference ID after successful payment.
6. Click “Fill Application Form” and log in using the Reference ID.
7. Enter personal, educational, local status, category, medium, and exam centre preferences.
8. Upload a recent passport-size photograph and signature in the specified format.
9. Verify all details before submission.
10. Submit the form and download/print the filled application for future reference.

Exam Pattern & Syllabus

TS DEECET 2026 is an objective-type computer-based test with 100 questions for 100 marks. The paper is divided into three parts:

• Part I: General Knowledge and Teaching Aptitude – 10 questions (10 marks)
• Part II: General English and concerned language (Telugu/Urdu) – 30 questions (30 marks)
• Part III: Mathematics, Physical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Social Studies (Class X level) – 60 questions (60 marks)

Medium of paper: Telugu, Urdu, or English as chosen by the candidate.