Bachelor of Engineering [BE]

MCET Hyderabad offers BE programmes across 7 specialisations including Civil, CSE, EEE, ECE, Mechanical, CSE AI, and CSE AI&ML, all affiliated with Osmania University, approved by AICTE, and delivered as 4-year full-time programmes. The college holds NAAC A+ accreditation and autonomous status from 2021-22. Fees are uniform at INR 78,000 per year (INR 3,12,000 total); admission is through TS EAPCET 2026 for government quota seats.

Admission Status: TS EAPCET 2026 was held May 4-11, 2026 and results were declared on May 17, 2026. Osmania University BE counselling is expected in June-July 2026 and is currently underway. Check tgchet.ac.in and methodist.edu.in for seat allotment updates.

Key Points

• BE (not B.Tech) under Osmania University, valid for all government and PSU recruitment eligibility
• AI and AI&ML specialisations available within the BE framework at an Osmania University autonomous college
• All 7 specialisations carry the same fee structure, enabling branch change without financial impact

MCET Hyderabad BE Fees 2026

All BE specialisations at MCET carry a uniform fee of INR 78,000 per year, totalling INR 3,12,000 over 4 years. Hostel charges are billed separately.

• INR 78,000 per year across all specialisations; hostel charges are separate.
• Fees are subject to change; verify at methodist.edu.in before joining.

MCET Hyderabad BE Admission 2026

Government quota seats are filled through TS EAPCET 2026 counselling; management quota seats are available by direct application to MCET. All specialisations share a common admission process via Osmania University.

Important Dates

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with a minimum of 45 percent aggregate (40 percent for reserved categories); appearing candidates may apply provisionally.
• Valid TS EAPCET 2026 score required for government quota; management quota applicants may apply directly to MCET.
• Mathematics is a compulsory subject at 10+2 level for all BE specialisations.

Admission Process

• TS EAPCET 2026 was held May 4-11, 2026; results were declared May 17, 2026. Use your rank for Osmania University BE counselling.
• During Osmania University BE counselling (currently ongoing, June-July 2026) at tgchet.ac.in, select MCET Hyderabad and your preferred specialisation.
• After seat allotment, report to MCET with original documents and pay the first-semester fee to confirm admission.
• Management quota applicants contact MCET directly at methodist.edu.in or 040-2475-3445 with 10+2 marksheets and TS EAPCET scorecard.

✓ Opt for this if

• Class 12 students from Telangana seeking affordable Hyderabad BE
• TS EAPCET qualifier targeting an Osmania University-affiliated college
• Students prioritising low fees at INR 78,000 per year in Hyderabad city
• Targeting Hyderabad IT or manufacturing job market after graduation
• Interested in AI or AI&ML within an autonomous Osmania BE framework

✗ Skip if

• Needing a premier brand name for top-tier software placements
• Targeting average campus packages consistently above INR 12 LPA
• Seeking large campus with hostel and sports infrastructure
• Preferring colleges with established international academic tie-ups

MCET Hyderabad BE Scholarships 2026

BE students at MCET can avail state and central government scholarships based on category and income criteria.

• SC/ST fee reimbursement: apply at scholarships.telangana.gov.in after joining.
• AICTE Pragati for female students: apply via AICTE portal in October.
• Confirm current details at methodist.edu.in before applying.

MCET Hyderabad BE FAQs

Ques. What is the difference between BE and B.Tech at MCET — does it matter for jobs or higher studies?

Ans. MCET offers BE (Bachelor of Engineering) under Osmania University rather than B.Tech. Both degrees are equivalent for government jobs, PSU recruitment, GATE eligibility, and higher studies. The difference is nomenclature based on the affiliating university. Recruiters and UPSC/PSU boards do not differentiate between BE and B.Tech for any eligibility purpose.

Ques. How is TS EAPCET 2026 counselling done for MCET and which branches have more seats?

Ans. TS EAPCET 2026 results were declared on May 17, 2026. Counselling is currently ongoing through the Telangana State Council of Higher Education at tgchet.ac.in. During counselling, rank-holders select MCET Hyderabad and their preferred branch. CSE, ECE, and the AI/AI&ML specialisations typically see higher demand; Civil and Mechanical tend to have more seats available.

Ques. Can I get a BE seat at MCET Hyderabad without TS EAPCET through management quota?

Ans. Yes. Management quota seats at MCET are available directly through the college without TS EAPCET. You need a minimum 45 percent in 10+2 PCM. Contact the admissions office at methodist.edu.in or 040-2475-3445 to check management quota availability and applicable fees, which may differ from government quota.

Ques. Does MCET Hyderabad have campus placements for BE graduates and which companies recruit?

Ans. MCET Hyderabad conducts campus placements for BE graduates. Being located in Hyderabad, the college has access to the city’s IT and manufacturing industry ecosystem. CSE, AI, and AI&ML graduates are typically absorbed by mid-tier IT companies and startups in Hyderabad. Exact placement statistics are best verified directly with the placement cell at methodist.edu.in.

Ques. Is the BE CSE AI or CSE AI&ML at MCET the same as a regular CSE degree for GATE purposes?

Ans. Yes. BE CSE (Artificial Intelligence) and BE CSE (AI&ML) at MCET are variants of the CSE programme under Osmania University. For GATE purposes, the base discipline is Computer Science and Information Technology (CS paper). Graduates of these specialisations are fully eligible to appear for GATE CS and pursue ME/M.Tech in CSE or AI at other institutions.