TS EAMCET Exam Pattern– Dates, Marking Scheme, Topics, Question Papers

The TS EAMCET exam pattern comprises information on subjects to be prepared, mode of exam, type of questions, marks allotted to each question or section, etc. This exam is held for admission of eligible candidates in B.Tech, Pharm-D, B.V.Sc. & Animal Husbandry, B.Pharm, B.F.Sc., and B.Sc. courses. The TS EAMCET question paper generally contains 160 questions, which the candidates have to attempt in 3 hours. The questions are compiled from Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. For every correct answer, candidates are awarded 1 mark. However, there is no provision for negative marking in this examination. 

Buddy4Study has compiled all the information on the updated TS EAMCET 2022 exam pattern in this article. 

TS EAMCET Status and Updates

  • TS EAMCET application window opened online on 6th April 2022.
  • The final date to submit the application form with an INR 5,000 late fee is 7th July 2022.
Read More : TS EAMCET Answer Key – Dates, How to Download & Calculate Score

TS EAMCET Exam Pattern Key Highlights

Candidates who have registered and applied for TS EAMCET 2022 should go through the exam pattern thoroughly before attempting the exam. Here are a few key points that they should definitely keep in mind:

Particulars Details
Exam name Telangana State Engineering Agriculture and Medical Common Entrance Test 2022
Duration of Exam 3 hours (180 minutes)
Examination Mode Computer-based (online mode)
Medium of Exam Combination of languages –English and Urdu

English and Telugu

Type of Questions Objective/Multiple-Choice (MCQ)
Number of Questions TS EAMCET Engineering exam – Chemistry: 40

Physics: 40

Mathematics: 80

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TS EAMCET Agriculture exam – 

Biology (Botany & Zoology) – 80

Chemistry – 40

Physics- 40

Marks per Question 1 Mark
Total Marks 160 Marks
Marking Scheme +1 for Every Correct Answer

No Negative Marking for Incorrect Answers or Unattempted Answers

Exam Shifts Forenoon (9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon)Afternoon (3:00 PM to 6:00 PM)
Mock Test Preparation TS EAMCET Website
Level of Questions  Questions in both the papers (for Agriculture & Medical stream and Engineering stream) are of 10+2 level

TS EAMCET Exam Pattern Section-wise Distribution of Questions

Candidates can understand the know-how of the examination (details of the exam, distribution of questions and marks, how it will be conducted, etc.) and prepare accordingly with the help of the TS EAMCET exam pattern. 

For Agriculture & Medical Stream

Subjects Maximum Questions Maximum Marks 
Physics  40 40
Chemistry 40 40
Zoology 40 40
Botany 40 40
Total 160 160

For Engineering Paper

Subjects Maximum Questions Maximum Marks
Chemistry 40 40
Physics 40 40
Mathematics 80 80
Total 160 160

TS EAMCET Exam Pattern – Engineering Syllabus and Weightage of Marks

TSCHE has released the TS EAMCET syllabus along with the official information/instruction booklet. Candidates can find both by visiting the official website (eamcet.tsche.ac.in). The syllabus of TS EAMCET for the Engineering stream is divided into 3 sections. It comprises class 12th standard questions on Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. 

TS EAMCET Physics Syllabus 

Candidates need to focus on all the topics of Physics as it is one of the important subjects. Candidates who want to excel in the Physics section of TS EAMCET must pay attention to these topics.

Topics Weightage of Marks
Electricity and Magnetism 25%
Mechanics 24%
Modern Physics 18%
Waves 14%
Optics 10%
Thermodynamics 9%

TS EAMCET Chemistry Syllabus

Chemistry questions are tricky, and the Buddy4Study team advises candidates to study the basics of the Periodic Table thoroughly. The TS EAMCET exam pattern for Chemistry includes 3 major topics that candidates can find in the table below:

Topics Weightage
Inorganic Chemistry 57%
Organic Chemistry 22%
Physical Chemistry 21%

TS EAMCET Mathematics Syllabus

For candidates appearing for the Engineering stream exam, the priority subject requiring the most attention in mathematics. Since it is a scoring subject, candidates should memorise the important mathematical formulas and also focus on 2D, 3D Geometry and Arithmetic. 

In the table below, candidates can find the most important math-related topics that they need to cover to score high marks.

Topics Weightage
Arithmetic 32%
Geometry 32%
Calculus 23%
Trigonometry 9%
Algebra 4%

TS EAMCET Exam Pattern – Agriculture and Medicine Syllabus

Similar to the Engineering stream, the Agriculture and Medicine stream paper of TS EAMCET contains questions from Physics and Chemistry. However, instead of Mathematics, the candidates have Botany as the third subject. Moreover, the syllabus of Botany is subdivided into:

  1.       Botany (40 questions)
  2.       Zoology (40 questions)

TS EAMCET Agriculture & Medicine Paper – Botany Syllabus

Diversity in the Living World
  • Diversity in the Living World
  • Plant Physiology
  • Plant Systematics
Structural Organization in Plants
  • Molecular Biology – Molecular Basis of Inheritance
  • Biotechnology and its Application
  • Reproduction in Plants
  • Plants, Microbes and Human Welfare
  • Cell- The Unit of Life
  • Genetics – Principles of Inheritance and Variation
  • Microbiology
  • Plant Ecology
  • Cell Structure and Function of Plants
  • Internal Organization of Plants
  • Morphology of Flowering Plants

TS EAMCET Agriculture & Medicine Paper – Zoology Syllabus

Animal Diversity-I
  • Human Reproduction
  • Genetics
  • Organic Evolution
  • Human Anatomy and Physiology-II
  • Human Anatomy and Physiology-III
  • Human Anatomy and Physiology-IV
  • Locomotion & Reproduction in Protozoa
  • Applied Biology
  • Ecology & Environment
  • Invertebrate Phyla
Animal Diversity-II – Phylum
  • Human Anatomy and Physiology-I
  • Type Study of Periplaneta Americana
  • Biology & Human Welfare
  • Structural Organization in Animals
  • Chordata

Candidates are also advised to practice solving previous years’ question papers

TS EAMCET Exam Pattern – Marking Scheme

TS EAMCET does not follow the negative marking system. In both Agricultural and Engineering papers, 4 options will be given for every question, out of which 1 will be correct. 

TS EAMCET Marking Scheme

Type of Answers Marks Allotted 
Correct Answer +1
Wrong Answer 0 (No Negative Marking)
Unattempted question No marks awarded or deducted

Note: Candidates have to score above the minimum qualifying marks to qualify for TS EAMCET Counselling. 

TS EAMCET Exam Pattern – Minimum Qualifying Marks

The TS EAMCET qualifying marks are the minimum (requirement) marks that the candidates need to secure in the entrance examination to be considered qualified to participate in the further admission process. As per the TS EAMCET exam pattern, candidates need to obtain a minimum of 25% marks to qualify for the exam. This, after calculation, stands to be a total of 40 marks out of 160 marks.

TS EAMCET Cutoff

Category Minimum cut-off marks
Other categories 25%
SC/ST No cutoff

TS EAMCET Ranking Criteria

Exam Criteria Percentage Weightage
TS EAMCET marks 75%
Marks secured in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics in Class XII or equivalent examination 25%

TS EAMCET Exam Pattern – Sample Question Papers

To practice effectively for the exam, candidates must attempt the online mock tests available on the TS EAMCET official website. Moreover, they should also solve sample question papers to raise their chance of scoring well in TS EAMCET 2022. In the below table, candidates will find a list of sample question papers, which is considered to be one of the most effective ways to analyze and adjust with the exam pattern.

TS EAMCET Sample Papers

Engineering Sample Question Paper  SAMPLE PAPER 1
SAMPLE PAPER 2
SAMPLE PAPER 3
SAMPLE PAPER 4
SAMPLE PAPER 5
Agriculture and Medicine Sample Question Paper SAMPLE PAPER 1
SAMPLE PAPER 2

TS EAMCET Exam Schedule 2022

According to the recent news, the TS EAMCET exam will take place in two shifts (Forenoon and Afternoon). The exam timing is applicable for both Engineering & Agriculture and Medical streams. 

Time Slots for TS EAMCET Papers

Papers Time
TS EAMCET Exam for Engineering Stream Forenoon (FN) Shift – 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Afternoon (A) Shift – 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
TS EAMCET Exam for Agriculture and Medicine Stream Forenoon (FN) Shift – 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Afternoon (A) Shift – 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
  • Entry in the exam hall will be strictly based on the candidate’s allotted time slot. Also, it is compulsory for the candidates to bring their TS EAMCET Admit Cards.
  • Candidates will be made aware of the TS EAMCET exam time slot through their registered e-mail ID or contact number (via SMS)

TS EAMCET Exam Pattern – Online Test Instructions

Candidates must follow the online test instructions and guidelines set by the TS EAMCET authority. The test instructions will help the candidates to attempt the computer-based exam without any hassles. Given below is a list of online test instructions set by the TS EAMCET panel:

  1. The candidate/s must report to the examination centre at least an hour before the allotted exam time
  2. Candidates arriving at the examination centre even 1 minute late than the allotted exam time will not be allowed to sit for the examination
  3. The candidate will have to go for a biometrics routine before starting the exam (photograph and signature verification)
  4. The candidate/s must compulsorily bring the filled-in application form printout (not xeroxes/copies) and admit card. The Test Centre officials will verify both the hall ticket and application form before the exam starts
  5. Candidates must correctly fill in the login ID, as given on the TS EAMCET hall ticket, to log in to the examination test portal
  6. Candidates will be provided with the login password by the examination invigilator 10 minutes before the test starts
  7. Admit cards must be in good condition. Dismantled, disfigured or mutilated admit cards that compromise the details of the candidate will not be accepted
  8. Candidates will only be allowed to carry a blue or black ballpoint pen, caste certificate (SC/ ST), TS EAMCET hall ticket and application form inside the examination hall
  9. Candidates will not be allowed to carry mathematical/log tables, electronic watches, calculators, pager and cell phone inside the examination hall

TS EAMCET – Recommended Books

With every passing year, the difficulty level of the TS EAMCET exam also increases. Both Engineering and Agriculture & Medical candidates need to prepare well for Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as these 3 subjects are common for both the streams. 

Buddy4Study advises candidates to prepare well for their upcoming exam with the help of the below-mentioned books, which are recommended by previous years’ toppers.

For Mathematics

Book Name Publisher/ Author
Handbook of Mathematics – A Multipurpose Quick Revision Resource Arihant Experts
EAMCET Mathematics (Andhra Pradesh & Telangana) Arihant Experts
35 Years Chapterwise Solved Papers 2013 Amit M. Agarwal
Problems Plus in IIT Mathematics A. Dasgupta

For Chemistry

Book Name Publisher/ Author
EAMCET Chemistry Chapterwise 23 Years Solutions & 5 Mock Tests 3rd Edition Arihant Experts
Fundamentals of Inorganic Chemistry Ananya Ganguly
EAMCET Chemistry (Andhra Pradesh & Telangana) Arihant Experts
Organic Chemistry 7th Edition Robert Neilson Boyd, Robert Thornton Morrison, Saibal Kanti Bhattacharjee

For Physics

Book Name Publisher/ Author
Keynotes Terms, Notes, Formula (Handbook of Physics) Arihant Experts
Concepts of Physics (Volume – 1) HC Verma
EAMCET Physics (Andhra Pradesh & Telangana) Arihant Experts
Concepts of Physics (Volume – 2) HC Verma

For Biology (Medical Stream)

Book Name Publisher/ Author
ACE Biology for NEET Medical Entrance Exams Narang
Modern ABC Of Biology Class-XII (Set Of 2 Parts) A. Dasgupta, B.B. Arora, A.K. Sabharwal
Complete Biology for NEET and Other Medical Entrance Examinations Kumar Bhatia
EAMCET Crash Course Biology Annapurna Experts

TS EAMCET Exam Pattern – FAQs

When will the TS EAMCET exam take place?

As per the new exam schedule, TS EAMCET exam 2022 for engineering stream will be conducted on 18th, 19th and 20th July 2022. Meanwhile, TS EAMCET exam for agriculture and medicine stream will be held on 14th July and 15th July 2022.

What is the duration of TS EAMCET exam?

The total duration of TS EAMCET is 3 hours (180 minutes).

Is there negative marking in TS EAMCET?

No. As per the current TS EAMCET exam pattern 2022, there is no negative marking for unattempted questions or wrong answers.

Will I be allowed to sit for the TS EAMCET exam if I forget to bring my application form?

No. Both application form and admit card are compulsory for candidates to enter the exam venue and sit for the exam.

Are the three sections of TS EAMCET separately timed?

No. The total time duration for all 3 subjects is 3 hours or 180 minutes. There is no sectional time limit.

Can I switch between the sections in the TS EAMCET exam?

Yes. Candidates can select any of the question numbers or sections which they want to attempt first in TS EAMCET exam.

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