Admissions at Methodist College of Engineering and Technology (MCET), Hyderabad are through Telangana state entrance exams. BE programmes admit via TS EAPCET, lateral entry via TG ECET, ME via TG PGECET or GATE, and MBA via TG ICET. Government quota seats are allotted through Osmania University counselling. Management quota seats are available by direct application. Mid-range TS EAPCET rankers appreciate the affordable fee structure and city-centre location.
Admission Status (June 2026): TS EAPCET 2026 results were declared on 17 May 2026. Osmania University BE counselling is currently underway (June-July 2026). TG ECET results are expected in June 2026 and lateral entry counselling is ongoing. TG PGECET results are expected in June 2026, with ME counselling from July 2026. TG ICET results will be declared on 19 June 2026 and MBA counselling begins from July 2026.
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Admission Process and Timeline
TS EAPCET 2026 registration opened in February and closed on 4 April 2026. The exam was held in May 2026 and results were declared on 17 May 2026. Osmania University BE counselling is now underway. For ME, TG PGECET was held in May 2026 and results are expected in June 2026, with counselling from July 2026. TG ICET results for MBA are expected on 19 June 2026, with counselling from July 2026. Management quota applicants can reach MCET directly at methodist.edu.in throughout the year.
Top Courses Admission Overview
| Degree | Important Dates | Exam and Admission Process |
|---|
| BE |
TS EAPCET: Held May 2026
Results: 17 May 2026 (declared)
Counselling: June-July 2026 (ongoing) |
TS EAPCET for govt quota
Direct application for management quota |
| BE Lateral |
TG ECET: Held 15 May 2026
Results: Expected June 2026
Counselling: June-July 2026 (ongoing) |
TG ECET for govt quota
Direct application for management quota |
| ME |
TG PGECET: Held 28-31 May 2026
Results: Expected June 2026
Counselling: July-August 2026 (expected) |
TG PGECET or GATE for govt quota
Direct application for management quota |
✓ Opt for this if
- Telangana student targeting BE in Hyderabad via TS EAPCET
- You want Osmania-affiliated engineering at under INR 3.5 lakhs total
- Diploma holder applying for lateral entry via TG ECET
- You want affordable ME in Hyderabad via GATE or PGECET route
- MBA seeker wanting under INR 1.5 lakhs total in Hyderabad
✗ Skip if
- You want placements with top national-level IT recruiters
- You need M.Tech beyond CAD/CAM specialisation in Hyderabad
- Out-of-state student without Telangana govt quota eligibility
- You want a research-intensive autonomous engineering institution
MCET BE Admission 2026
Admission Process
BE admissions at MCET follow Osmania University norms. Government quota seats are allotted through TS EAPCET 2026 counselling, which is currently underway. Management quota seats are filled via direct application to MCET. The college offers seven BE specialisations, including CSE, ECE, EEE, Civil, Mechanical, CSE-AI, and CSE-AIML. The uniform fee across all specialisations is INR 78,000 per year, totalling INR 3,12,000 for the full four-year programme. Hostel charges are billed separately.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics
- Minimum 45% marks in PCM (40% for reserved categories)
- Valid TS EAPCET 2026 rank for government quota seats
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| TS EAPCET Registration | Opened 19 Feb 2026, closed 4 Apr 2026 |
| TS EAPCET Exam | Held 4-11 May 2026 |
| TS EAPCET Results | Declared 17 May 2026 |
| Osmania University BE Counselling | Underway, June-July 2026 |
| Commencement of Classes | Expected August 2026 |
Verify latest dates at methodist.edu.in before joining.
Additional Details
| Detail | Info |
|---|
| Annual Fee | INR 78,000 (Hostel charges separate) |
| Total Fee (4 Years) | INR 3,12,000 |
| Selection Criteria | TS EAPCET rank for govt quota, merit for management quota |
MCET BE Lateral Admission 2026
Admission Process
Lateral entry to second-year BE at MCET is through TG ECET for government quota seats, processed by the Telangana State Council of Higher Education. TG ECET 2026 was held on 15 May 2026 and results are expected in June 2026. Lateral entry counselling is ongoing and continues through July 2026. Management quota seats are available by direct application to MCET. The fee is INR 78,000 per year, totalling INR 2,34,000 over three years.
Eligibility Criteria
- Diploma in Engineering in a relevant discipline from a recognised board
- OR B.Sc. degree with Mathematics as a subject
- Valid TG ECET 2026 rank for government quota seats
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| TG ECET Registration | Opened 9 Feb 2026, closed 18 Apr 2026 |
| TG ECET Exam | Held 15 May 2026 |
| TG ECET Results | Expected June 2026 |
| Lateral Entry Counselling | Ongoing, June-July 2026 |
| Commencement of Classes | Expected August 2026 |
Verify latest dates at methodist.edu.in before joining.
MCET ME Admission 2026
Admission Process
ME (CAD/CAM) admissions at MCET are through TG PGECET or GATE for government quota seats. TG PGECET 2026 was held on 28-31 May 2026 and results are expected in June 2026. Osmania University ME counselling is expected from July-August 2026. GATE-qualified candidates may apply directly to the college. Management quota seats are available via direct application. The total fee is INR 1,50,000 over two years at INR 75,000 per year.
Eligibility Criteria
- BE/B.Tech in a relevant engineering discipline from a recognised university
- Minimum 50% aggregate marks
- Valid GATE score or TG PGECET 2026 rank
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| TG PGECET Registration | Opened 27 Feb 2026, closed 6 May 2026 |
| TG PGECET Exam | Held 28-31 May 2026 |
| TG PGECET Results | Expected June 2026 |
| Osmania University ME Counselling | Expected July-August 2026 |
| Commencement of Classes | Expected August 2026, confirm at methodist.edu.in |
Verify latest dates at methodist.edu.in before joining.
Other Programmes at MCET
| Degree | Eligibility | Admission Process | Key Dates |
|---|
| MBA |
Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
Minimum 50% marks |
TG ICET for govt quota
Direct application for management quota
Total Fee: INR 1,00,000 (2 years) |
TG ICET Exam: Held 13-14 May 2026
Results: 19 Jun 2026 (expected)
Counselling: Expected July 2026 |
MCET Admission FAQs
Ques. What is the last date to apply for BE at MCET Hyderabad?
Ans. TS EAPCET 2026 registration closed on 4 April 2026. If you missed the government quota window, management quota seats at MCET can be filled by applying directly to the college. Reach the admissions office at methodist.edu.in for details on direct admission availability.
Ques. Does MCET accept GATE scores for ME admission?
Ans. Yes. GATE-qualified candidates can apply directly to MCET for ME (CAD/CAM) admission under the management quota or GATE category. For government quota, you need a valid TG PGECET 2026 rank and must participate in Osmania University ME counselling, expected from July 2026.
Ques. What is the total BE fee at MCET for the full 4 years?
Ans. The total tuition fee for BE at MCET is INR 3,12,000 over four years, at INR 78,000 per year. This is uniform across all seven BE specialisations. Hostel charges are separate. Confirm the exact 2026-27 fee at methodist.edu.in before joining.
Ques. Can I get admission to MCET without a TS EAPCET rank?
Ans. Yes. MCET fills management quota seats by direct application and does not require a TS EAPCET rank. However, basic eligibility (10+2 with PCM, minimum 45%) still applies. Seats are limited, so apply early. Contact MCET at methodist.edu.in for current seat availability.
Ques. What is the fee for MBA at MCET?
Ans. MBA at MCET costs INR 1,00,000 in total over two years at INR 50,000 per year. Admission is through TG ICET for government quota. TG ICET results are expected on 19 June 2026, followed by Osmania University MBA counselling from July 2026.
Ques. What is the process for lateral entry to BE at MCET?
Ans. Lateral entry to second-year BE at MCET requires a Diploma in Engineering or a B.Sc. with Mathematics. Government quota seats are filled via TG ECET 2026 counselling, currently ongoing (June-July 2026). Management quota seats are available by direct application. The lateral programme runs for three years at INR 78,000 per year (total INR 2,34,000).
Ques. Is MCET Hyderabad NAAC accredited?
Ans. Yes, MCET is NAAC accredited and affiliated to Osmania University, Hyderabad. It is also approved by AICTE. The college offers engineering and management programmes under the Osmania University framework. For the current accreditation status, check methodist.edu.in.
Ques. Which BE specialisations are available at MCET Hyderabad?
Ans. MCET offers seven BE specialisations: Civil Engineering, CSE, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, CSE-Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, and CSE-Artificial Intelligence. All carry the same fee of INR 78,000 per year. Lateral entry is available in five of these streams.
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