In a significant shift in the education landscape of Telangana, the Telangana Education Commission (TEC) has proposed a comprehensive overhaul of the engineering admissions process. The commission, led by Akunuri Murali, a senior bureaucrat, submitted its recommendations earlier this week as part of the draft roadmap for education in Telangana, titled “Education Policy for Telangana 2026: Vision for Inclusive Excellence.”
One of the key proposals is the suggestion to scrap the Engineering, Agriculture, and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test (EAPCET), currently known as TS EAMCET. Instead, students would be admitted based on their Class 12 scores. The commission has also recommended performance-based ranking of engineering colleges and a sanctioned intake that is linked to performance.
To address the concerns over low employability and salary issues among BTech graduates, the TEC has suggested allocating 30-35% of the total score in engineering courses to internships and apprenticeships. Moreover, Industry Engagement, Placement and Patent Cells (IEPPC) have been made mandatory for institutions.
Another crucial recommendation is a time-bound faculty hiring plan, aimed at improving the quality of education. The commission has also proposed that all admissions, including NRI quota ones, be conducted through TS EAMCET counselling.
The TEC’s report was placed in the public domain for comments this week, inviting opinions from various stakeholders. It is important to note that the TEC was established in 2024 with a mission to implement the National Education Policy.
These proposals, if implemented, could significantly impact the engineering sector in Telangana and potentially lead to improvements in the employability of graduates and the overall quality of education.
