TS ICET 2025 Free Seat Rank: Cutoff, Eligibility, Counselling, How to Apply

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Updated On: July 11, 2025 02:06 PM | TS ICET

The TS ICET 2025 free seat rank is determined based on several aspects, including the cutoff, the number of students participating, the exam’s level of difficulty, and more. The TS ICET free seat rank for 2025 will be released soon since the TS ICET 2025 results have been declared.
TS ICET 2025 Free Seat Rank

The TS ICET 2025 Free Seat Rank will be declared soon since the TS ICET results have been declared on July 7, 2025 . If you are looking to get admission into MBA and MCA programs in Telangana under the free seat, this rank is the most crucial factor leading to selection. Your TS ICET free seat rank will depend on the number of candidates who appeared for the exam, the relative difficulty of the question paper across shifts, the normalization of marks, and the number of free seats allotted by participating colleges. If you belong to the General category, you must get a minimum of 50 marks, i.e., 25% of 200, to be eligible for a free seat rank and participate in the TS ICET 2025 counselling process , which will be conducted from the first week of September 2025​​​​​​ . However, for reserved categories like SC, ST, OBC, and PwD, scoring a minimum is not mandatory. The following sections of the article will examine the factors concerning free seat rank for TS ICET 2025, the expected cutoff for TS ICET 2025, and more.

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What is a Free Seat in TS ICET?

A free seat in TS ICET 2025 means a government seat in MBA or MCA courses in TS ICET participating colleges in Telangana, in which you either do not need to pay the tuition fee or are eligible for fee reimbursement. The free seats are primarily allotted to students from economically weaker backgrounds or disadvantaged groups/groups with reservations, depending on TS ICET ranks, category, and government guidelines. If you want to claim the free seat, you must qualify for the TS ICET exam and attend the counselling process. Before that, you must follow the eligibility conditions with respect to income, local, and education qualifications.

What are the TS ICET 2025 Cutoff Marks?

If you belong to the General or BC category, you must score 50 marks (25% of the total 200) to receive a free seat rank and participate in TS ICET 2025 counselling. If you belong to a reserved category (SC, ST, OBC, or PwD), there are no minimum qualifying marks determined for free seat ranks. After the announcement of the TS ICET 2025 results , make sure to check the university-wise cutoff ranks and the TS ICET rank-wise colleges 2025 .

Category

Expected Qualifying Marks

General or BC category

50 marks (25% of the total 200)

SC, ST, OBC, or PwD

No Minimum Qualifying Marks Needed

TS ICET 2025 Marks vs Free Seat Rank Analysis

Your TS ICET free seat rank is based upon your normalized score, instead of marks alone. This rank is the primary factor in being called for admission to the provided colleges. Below, you will find an approximate rank range based on your TS ICET marks:

TS ICET 2025 Marks

Expected TS ICET 2025 Free Seat Rank

160+

1 to 10

159–150

11 to 100

149–140

101 to 200

139–130

201 to 350

129–120

351 to 500

119–110

501 to 1000

109–100

1001 to 1500

99–95

1501 to 2600

94–90

2601 to 4000

89–85

4001 to 6500

84–80

6501 to 10750

79–75

10751 to 16000

74–70

16001 to 24000

69–65

24001 to 32500

64–60

32501 to 43000

59–55

43001 to 53500

54–50

53501 and above

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TS ICET 2025 Free Seat Rank College-Wise Cutoff

After the announcement of TS ICET 2025 results, you will know the free seat rank cutoffs for different participating colleges. The cutoffs that are announced will help you know if you have any chance for admission into the MBA or PGDM programs under the free seat allocation. Each college will have its cutoff for every category based on your rank and category (General, SC, ST, etc.). Below, the expected college-wise cutoffs based on categories are highlighted as a useful reference for you to plan your options for counselling.

College Name

General/BC Category

SC Category

ST Category

CMR College of Engineering and Technology

5935

23171

49504

JNTU School of Management

188

1573

1833

Aurora’s Scientific and Tech Research Academy

6776

15943

28668

Chaitanya Bharati Institute of Technology

665

2761

6253

TS ICET 2025 Eligibility Criteria for Free Seats

If you want to secure a free seat in the TS ICET MBA program, there are certain eligibility requirements you need to meet based on your exam score, graduation, and residency status. Below is a checklist of what is required:

  • If you are unreserved (General) category, you need to score 50% or more in the TS ICET exam.
  • If you are a reserved category (SC, ST, BC), you will need to score 45% or more.
  • You need to have completed your graduation with a degree from a recognised university, and the course duration must be a minimum of three years.
  • Graduates can be from any discipline.
  • If you are completing your graduation, you can also apply.
  • You are an Indian citizen: You have fulfilled the local / non-local status according to the Andhra Pradesh Educational Institutions (Regulations of Admission) Order, 1974.

How to Apply for a Free Seat in TS ICET 2025?

If you want to secure a free seat in TS ICET 2025, you must follow the regular application and counselling processes and examine certain fee reimbursement options based on your rank and category. Here is how to get started:

1. Apply for TS ICET 2025

  • Visit the TS ICET official website at icet.tsche.ac.in.
  • Pay the TS ICET application fee using the prescribed online payment options.
  • Fill up the application form with correct personal, educational, and contact information.
  • Submit the application form online before the deadline.

2. Participate in the Counselling Process

  • First, qualify for the TS ICET to be eligible for the counselling process.
  • You will need to do an online registration for the counselling round and pay the counselling registration fee.
  • Once you have qualified and registered for counselling, you must arrive at your nearest help centre for document viewing and verification.
  • Once your documents have been verified, you can input your preferences for various colleges and MBA/MCA courses online.
  • Your college and course allotment will depend mainly on your rank, category, and other preferences.
  • Download your allotment letter from the official TS ICET website and complete your admission formalities at the allotted college.

List of Colleges Accepting Other Ranks in TS ICET 2025

The list of MBA/MCA colleges accepting the different TS ICET 2025 ranks is given below:

Rank

List of Colleges

Below 1000

List of Colleges for TS ICET 2025 Rank Below 1000

1,000 - 5,000

List of Colleges for 1000-5000 Rank in TS ICET 2025

5,000 - 10,000

List of Colleges Accepting TS ICET 2025 Rank From 5,000 - 10,000

10,000 - 25,000

List of Colleges Accepting TS ICET 2025 Rank From 10,000 - 25,000

25,000 - 30,000

List of Colleges Accepting 25,000 to 35,000 Rank in TS ICET 2025

35,000+

List of Colleges Accepting TS ICET 2025 Rank Above 35,000

50,000+

List of Colleges for TS ICET 2025 Rank Above 50000

If you have a free seat through TS ICET 2025, it can substantially lessen the financial burden of an MBA or MCA in Telangana. It is important to know whether your rank for a free seat will allow you to be considered for admission under the government quota. Your free seat rank is determined by your score after the TS ICET 2025 normalization process of the scores based on your category and the number of seats. To maximize your chances of getting a government seat, be sure you are eligible, study to score well on the test, and accept a seat for admission in the counselling process. Also, monitor official announcements, cutoffs, and policies on admissions to be able to make informed choices.

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TS ICET 2025 Seat Allotment

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FAQs

How can you apply for a free seat through TS ICET 2025?

To apply for a free seat through TS ICET 2025, first register for the TS ICET exam online. After qualifying, take part in the counselling process, complete document verification, and select your college preferences. Based on your rank, seat availability, and category, you may be allotted a free seat.

Can final-year students apply for the TS ICET 2025 free seat admission?

Yes, final-year students apply for the TS ICET 2025 free seat admission. If you're in the final year of your graduation, you are eligible to apply for TS ICET 2025. You must, however, meet the eligibility criteria, such as graduation duration, qualifying marks, and Indian citizenship status during counselling.

When will the TS ICET 2025 free seat rank cutoff be released?

The TS ICET 2025 free seat rank cutoff will be released after the result announcement. Each participating college will declare its category-wise cutoff to guide candidates during counselling for MBA or PGDM admission under the free seat category.

How is the TS ICET 2025 free seat rank calculated?

The TS ICET 2025 free seat rank is calculated based on your normalized score, not raw marks. The ranking also considers the number of candidates, paper difficulty across shifts, and seat availability in colleges, making normalization a key factor in your final rank.

What is the minimum score required for a free seat in TS ICET 2025?

The minimum score required for a free seat in TS ICET 2025 for a General or BC category, you must score at least 50 marks out of 200 (25%) in TS ICET 2025. Reserved category candidates (SC/ST/OBC/PwD) have no minimum qualifying mark requirement for eligibility in the free seat rank.

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