TS POLYCET

TS POLYCET 2025 Syllabus – Subject-Wise Topics, Weightage & Exam Highlights

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TS POLYCET-Telangana State Polytechnic Common Entrance Test Syllabus Highlights

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Mathematics

Physics

Chemistry

Biology (Mandatory for Agricultural & Veterinary Diploma Courses only)

Ts Polycet-telangana State Polytechnic Common Entrance Test Syllabus Highlights

The TS POLYCET-Telangana State Polytechnic Common Entrance Test syllabus is based on Telangana State Board SSC (Class 10) curriculum, applicable for year 2025. The official syllabus is published on the exam portal.

Name	TS POLYCET-Telangana State Polytechnic Common Entrance Test
Conducting Authority	State Board of Technical Education and Training, Hyderabad (SBTET)
Syllabus Based On	Telangana State Board SSC (Class 10) curriculum
Total Marks	150
Type of Questions	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
Subjects Covered	Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology

Topic Name	Weightage	Important Concepts
Real Numbers	-	Properties Of Real Numbers Euclid's Division Lemma Irrational Numbers
Polynomials	-	Zeros Of A Polynomial Relationship Between Zeros And Coefficients Division Algorithm For Polynomials
Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables	-	Graphical Method Of Solution Algebraic Methods (Substitution, Elimination, Cross-multiplication)
Quadratic Equations	-	Solutions By Factorization Solutions By Completing The Square Quadratic Formula Nature Of Roots
Arithmetic Progressions	-	Nth Term Of An Ap Sum Of The First N Terms Of An Ap
Coordinate Geometry	-	Distance Formula Section Formula Area Of A Triangle
Sets	-	Representation Of Sets Types Of Sets Operations On Sets (Union, Intersection, Difference)
Trigonometry	-	Trigonometric Ratios Trigonometric Identities Complementary Angles
Applications of Trigonometry	-	Heights And Distances
Geometry (Similar Triangles, Circles, Constructions)	-	Criteria For Similarity Of Triangles Areas Of Similar Triangles Pythagoras Theorem Tangents To A Circle From A Point Properties Of Tangents Division Of A Line Segment Construction Of Tangents To A Circle
Mensuration (Surface Areas and Volumes)	-	Surface Areas Of Combinations Of Solids (Cuboid, Cylinder, Cone, Sphere, Hemisphere) Volumes Of Combinations Of Solids
Probability	-	Classical Definition Of Probability Simple Problems On Probability
Statistics	-	Mean, Median, Mode For Grouped Data Ogive (Cumulative Frequency Curve)
Mathematical Modelling	-	Understanding Real-life Problems Mathematically

Topic Name	Weightage	Important Concepts
Reflection of Light at Curved Surfaces	-	Spherical Mirrors Mirror Formula Magnification Ray Diagrams For Image Formation
Refraction of Light at Curved Surfaces	-	Refraction Through A Glass Slab Refractive Index Lenses (Convex And Concave) Lens Formula Magnification Power Of A Lens
Human Eye and Colourful World	-	Structure Of Human Eye Defects Of Vision (Myopia, Hypermetropia, Presbyopia) And Their Correction Dispersion Of Light Atmospheric Refraction Scattering Of Light
Electric Current	-	Ohm's Law Resistance And Resistivity Factors Affecting Resistance Series And Parallel Combination Of Resistors Heating Effect Of Electric Current And Its Applications Electric Power
Electromagnetism	-	Magnetic Field And Field Lines Magnetic Effects Of Current Force On A Current-carrying Conductor In A Magnetic Field Fleming's Left Hand Rule Electromagnetic Induction Fleming's Right Hand Rule Electric Motor Electric Generator
Heat	-	Specific Heat Latent Heat Evaporation Condensation Thermal Expansion
Sources of Energy	-	Conventional And Non-conventional Sources Of Energy
Metallurgy	-	Properties Of Metals And Non-metals Reactivity Series Extraction Of Metals Corrosion And Its Prevention

Topic Name	Weightage	Important Concepts
Chemical Equations and Reactions	-	Types Of Chemical Reactions (Combination, Decomposition, Displacement, Double Displacement, Oxidation-reduction) Balancing Chemical Equations Corrosion Rancidity
Acid, Bases and Salts	-	Definitions Of Acids, Bases, And Salts Properties Of Acids And Bases Ph Scale And Its Importance In Everyday Life Neutralization Reaction Preparation And Uses Of Common Salts (Sodium Hydroxide, Bleaching Powder, Baking Soda, Washing Soda, Plaster Of Paris)
Classification of Elements and Periodicity	-	Dobereiner's Triads Newlands' Law Of Octaves Mendeleev's Periodic Table Modern Periodic Table Trends In Properties (Valency, Atomic Size, Metallic/non-metallic Character)
Structure of Atom	-	Subatomic Particles (Electrons, Protons, Neutrons) Atomic Number And Mass Number Isotopes And Isobars Bohr's Model Of Atom Electronic Configuration Valency
Chemical Bonding	-	Ionic Bonding Covalent Bonding Properties Of Ionic And Covalent Compounds
Carbon and its Compounds	-	Covalent Bonding In Carbon Compounds Versatile Nature Of Carbon Homologous Series Nomenclature Of Carbon Compounds (Functional Groups: Halogens, Alcohol, Ketones, Aldehydes, Alkanes, Alkynes) Differences Between Saturated And Unsaturated Hydrocarbons Chemical Properties Of Carbon Compounds (Combustion, Oxidation, Addition, Substitution Reaction)
The States of Matter	-	Properties Of Solids, Liquids, Gases Intermolecular Forces Phase Transitions
Surface Chemistry	-	Adsorption Catalysis Colloids
Electrochemistry	-	Redox Reactions Electrochemical Cells Electrolysis
Redox Reactions	-	Oxidation And Reduction In Terms Of Gain/loss Of Oxygen/hydrogen/electrons
Polymers	-	Classification Of Polymers (Natural, Synthetic) Examples And Uses Of Common Polymers
Nuclear Chemistry	-	Radioactivity (Alpha, Beta, Gamma Decay) Nuclear Fission And Fusion
Chemistry in Everyday Life	-	Soaps And Detergents Drugs Food Preservatives

Topic Name	Weightage	Important Concepts
Nutrition	-	Autotrophic And Heterotrophic Nutrition Digestion In Humans Photosynthesis In Plants
Respiration	-	Aerobic And Anaerobic Respiration Respiration In Plants And Animals
Transportation	-	Circulation In Humans (Blood, Heart, Blood Vessels) Transport In Plants (Xylem, Phloem)
Excretion	-	Excretion In Humans (Kidneys, Urinary System) Excretion In Plants
Control and Coordination	-	Nervous System In Humans (Brain, Spinal Cord, Nerves) Endocrine System (Hormones) Coordination In Plants (Plant Hormones)
Reproduction	-	Asexual And Sexual Reproduction In Plants And Animals Human Reproductive System Reproductive Health
Heredity	-	Mendel's Laws Of Inheritance Sex Determination Basic Concepts Of Evolution
Our Environment	-	Ecosystems (Components, Food Chains, Food Webs) Environmental Problems (Pollution, Ozone Depletion) Management Of Natural Resources
Natural Resources	-	Conservation And Management Of Natural Resources (Forests, Wildlife, Water, Coal, Petroleum)