Government Universities in Telangana 2026: Contacts & Courses
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Looking for government universities in Telangana? This directory brings together official university websites, published contact numbers, campus locations, map-search links and the main courses offered. Students, parents, teachers and working professionals can use it to shortlist institutions and contact the appropriate office before applying or travelling.
The tables cover 19 State public universities or university-status institutions, four Central universities, and Young India Skills University under its Government-established public–private partnership model. The categories are explained so that readers can compare institutions accurately.
About the course column: These are examples of major programmes and study areas, not a complete admission prospectus. Some courses run at constituent or affiliated colleges rather than at the main campus. A Government university may also affiliate private colleges; check the college’s ownership, approved course and fee separately.
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State Government Universities in Telangana: Websites, Contacts, Locations and Courses
Use the office label beside each telephone number. An administrative or registrar’s number is a starting point for general enquiries; a dedicated admissions office is more suitable for application questions. Ask to be connected to the relevant department when necessary.
| University | Official website | Location & map | Phone & office | Main courses / study areas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Osmania University (OU) | www.osmania.ac.in | OU Campus, Tarnaka, Hyderabad – 500007 Find on map | 8331041286AdmissionsContact source | BA, BCom, BSc; MA, MSc, MCom; MBA, MCA, BE, law, education and PhD programmes through the relevant campus, constituent or affiliated colleges. |
| 2. Kakatiya University (KU) | kakatiya.ac.in | Vidyaranyapuri, Hanamkonda/Warangal – 506009 Find on map | 0870-2438866Registrar’s officeContact source | Arts, sciences and commerce degrees; MA, MSc, MCom, MBA, engineering, pharmacy, law, education and PhD programmes. |
| 3. Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad (JNTUH) | jntuh.ac.in | Kukatpally, Hyderabad – 500085 Find on map | 040-23156115Academic & Planning officeContact source | BTech, MTech, pharmacy, MBA, MCA and PhD programmes through constituent and affiliated institutions. Check the specific college and branch. |
| 4. Telangana University (TU) | www.telanganauniversity.ac.in | Dichpally, Nizamabad – 503322 Find on map | 08461-222211University officeContact source | MA, MSc, MCom, MBA, MCA, law and research programmes; undergraduate degree courses through affiliated colleges. |
| 5. Mahatma Gandhi University, Nalgonda (MGU) | mguniversity.ac.in | Anneparthy / Yellareddygudem, Nalgonda – 508254 Find on map | 08682-221904Registrar’s office · official directoryContact source | MA, MSc, MCom, MBA and programmes in engineering, pharmacy, law and education; undergraduate courses through affiliated colleges. |
| 6. Palamuru University (PU) | palamuruuniversity.ac.in | Bandameedipally, Raichur Road, Mahabubnagar – 509001 Find on map | 08542-277144Registrar’s office · official directoryContact source | MA, MSc, MCom, MBA, MCA, MSW, pharmacy and research programmes; undergraduate courses through affiliated colleges. |
| 7. Satavahana University (SU) | satavahana.ac.in | Malkapur Road, Chintakunta, Karimnagar – 505002 Find on map | 0878-2255811Registrar’s office · official directoryContact source | MA, MSc, MCom, MBA, pharmacy, engineering, law and research programmes; degree courses through affiliated colleges. |
| 8. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU) | braou.ac.in Online services | Prof. G. Ram Reddy Marg, Road No. 46, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad – 500033 Find on map | 1800-599-0101Toll-free student helpdeskContact source | BA, BCom, BSc; MA, MSc, MCom, MBA; library science, education, diploma, certificate and research programmes. Check programme-wise ODL/online recognition. |
| 9. Suravaram Prathapa Reddy Telugu UniversityFormerly Potti Sreeramulu Telugu University. | teluguuniversity.ac.in | Sai Nagar Road, Bachupally, Medchal–Malkajgiri – 500118 Find on map | 040-23059832University contactContact source | Telugu language and literature, linguistics, music, dance, theatre, fine arts, folklore and journalism; PG, diploma, certificate and research programmes. |
| 10. Jawaharlal Nehru Architecture and Fine Arts University (JNAFAU) | jnafau.ac.in | Masab Tank, Hyderabad – 500028 Find on map | 040-23321226University officeContact source | BArch, BFA, BDesign, selected BTech programmes, MArch, MFA and PhD programmes in architecture, planning, design and fine arts. |
| 11. NALSAR University of Law | nalsar.ac.in | Justice City, Shamirpet, Medchal district – 500101 Find on map | 040-23498105Law admissionsContact source | BA LLB (Hons), LLM, PhD; integrated BBA–MBA, MBA and specialist programmes. Different programmes use different admission routes. |
| 12. Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS) | www.knruhs.telangana.gov.in | Auto Nagar Road, Warangal – 506002 Find on map | 0870-2454555Reception 9490585796Modern medicine admissionsContact source | MBBS, BDS, medical and dental PG courses, AYUSH, nursing, physiotherapy, medical laboratory technology and allied health courses through affiliated colleges. |
| 13. Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS)Government institute with university status under a State Act. See the verification note below. | www.nims.edu.in | Punjagutta, Hyderabad – 500082 Find on map | 040-23390933Director’s office · official directoryContact source | Examples include MD/MS, DM/MCh, BSc nursing/allied health, BPT, MPT and Master in Hospital Management. Confirm the current prospectus with NIMS. |
| 14. Professor Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University (PJTAU) | pjtau.edu.in | Rajendranagar, Hyderabad – 500030 Find on map | 040-24015011Administrative switchboard · ask for Ext. 304Contact source | BSc (Hons) Agriculture, Community Science and other notified UG courses; BTech Agricultural Engineering / Food Technology; MSc, MBA Agribusiness and PhD programmes. |
| 15. P.V. Narsimha Rao Telangana Veterinary University (PVNRTVU) | pvnrtvu.ac.in | Administrative Office, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad – 500030 Find on map | 040-24002114Published university contactContact source | BVSc & AH, BFSc, BTech Dairy Technology, MVSc and PhD. Teaching colleges include locations outside Hyderabad; check the allotted campus. |
| 16. Sri Konda Laxman Telangana Horticultural University (SKLTGHU)This Mulugu is in Siddipet district; it is different from Mulugu district. | skltghu.ac.in | Mulugu village and mandal, Siddipet district – 502279 Find on map | 8333981352Registrar / administrative officeContact source | BSc (Hons) Horticulture, MSc Horticulture, PhD and horticulture diploma programmes at the relevant constituent colleges. |
| 17. Rajiv Gandhi University of Knowledge Technologies, Basar (RGUKT)Confirm the allotted campus; the admission notice also covers Mahabubnagar. | www.rgukt.ac.in Academic programmes | Basar, Nirmal district – 504107 Find on map | 8008595661UG admissions helpdeskContact source | Six-year integrated programme after Class X: two-year pre-university study followed by four-year BTech. The academic page also lists MTech in CSE, ECE and Computational Mechanics. |
| 18. Veeranari Chakali Ilamma Women’s University (VCIWU)Formerly Telangana Mahila Vishwavidyalayam / University College for Women, Koti. | vciwu.ac.in | Koti, Hyderabad – 500095 Find on map | 040-24657813University / college officeContact source | BA, BCom, BSc, BBA; MA, MSc, MCom, MBA, MCA and selected PG diploma programmes. Consult the current programme list and eligibility rules. |
| 19. Dr. Manmohan Singh Earth Sciences University of TelanganaLink opens the university engineering-campus information site. | esut.kuce.ac.in | M.E. Complex, Kothagudem, Bhadradri Kothagudem – 507118 Find on map | 8500378531University College of Engineering / principalContact source | The engineering campus lists BTech Mining Engineering, CSE, EEE, ECE and IT. Check the latest university prospectus for additional Earth Sciences programmes. |
MGU: One contact-page URL returned unrelated content during checking. Use the main university website and confirm application links with the university office.
NIMS: The main website could not be read during checking. Its indicative course examples were also cross-checked with an independent course listing; the current NIMS prospectus remains authoritative.
Earth Sciences University: The link and phone belong to its engineering-campus information service. Confirm the current university-level prospectus and reporting venue.
Central Government Universities in Telangana
These four institutions are Central universities. Their admissions are programme-specific: an entrance-test result may need to be followed by a separate university registration, counselling or document-verification process.
| University | Official website | Location & map | Phone & office | Main courses / study areas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20. University of Hyderabad (UoH) | uohyd.ac.in Admissions & academics | Prof. C.R. Rao Road, Gachibowli, Hyderabad – 500046 Find on map | 040-23132102Academic / admission enquiriesContact source | Undergraduate/integrated programmes, MA, MSc, MCA, MBA, MTech, other specialist PG programmes and PhD. Check the current prospectus for the exact admission route. |
| 21. The English and Foreign Languages University (EFLU) | www.efluniversity.ac.in | Near Tarnaka, Hyderabad – 500007 Find on map | 040-27689733Information centreContact source | Undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in English and foreign languages; language education, linguistics, literature, PhD and certificate/diploma programmes. |
| 22. Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU) | www.manuu.edu.in Regular admissions | Gachibowli, Hyderabad – 500032 Find on map | 9390301107Regular admissions · general queriesContact source | Arts, sciences, commerce, management, technology, education and research programmes; selected diploma and distance programmes. Check Urdu-language eligibility where prescribed. |
| 23. Sammakka Sarakka Central Tribal University (SSCTU)Confirm the transit-campus address before travelling. | ssctu.ac.in Ongoing courses | Transit campus: Jakaram, Mulugu district – 506343 Find on map | 08715-293905Administrative officeContact source | The official ongoing-courses page lists BA (Hons) English and BA (Hons) Economics. Consult the latest admission notice for any additional courses. |
Young India Skills University: Government-established PPP Institution
Young India Skills University is presented separately because it operates under a public–private partnership model with industry-linked learning. Compare the qualification awarded, course duration, training partner, fees and actual teaching venue before choosing a programme. Its published contact-office address may differ from the training location.
| University | Official website | Location & map | Phone & office | Main courses / study areas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24. Young India Skills University (YISU)Government-established university under the Telangana Public Private Partnership Act, 2024. Confirm the actual training venue for each course. | yisu.in | Published contact office: Nilgiri Block, IIIT Hyderabad, Prof. C.R. Rao Road, Gachibowli – 500032 Find on map | 040-29310129Main office / admissionsContact source | Industry-linked courses in logistics/e-commerce, healthcare, applied life sciences, IT and banking/financial services. Check whether the selected programme awards a degree or a training certificate. |
How to Choose a University for Your Course
Start with the qualification you want to earn, then compare the institutions that actually offer it. A nearby university’s main office may not be the college where your course is taught. Make a shortlist of two or three suitable programmes and record the campus, admission route and total cost for each.
| Your study goal | Institutions to explore | What to check first |
|---|---|---|
| General degree or postgraduate study | OU, KU, TU, MGU, Palamuru, Satavahana, VCIWU and relevant Central university programmes | Subject combination, campus/college, teaching medium and current eligibility |
| Engineering or technology | JNTUH, RGUKT Basar, Earth Sciences University engineering campus; relevant OU/KU and other university programmes | Entry qualification, branch, entrance route, laboratory facilities and actual campus |
| Law | NALSAR; law programmes at OU, KU and other listed universities | Five-year or three-year course, approved college and programme-specific entrance requirements |
| Medicine and allied health | KNRUHS-affiliated colleges, NIMS and relevant notified programmes | Degree title, professional eligibility, college approval and current counselling notice |
| Agriculture, veterinary or horticulture | PJTAU, PVNRTVU and SKLTGHU | Required Intermediate subjects, entrance route and the constituent college’s location |
| Languages, design and performing arts | EFLU, Telugu University and JNAFAU | Language requirements, portfolio/aptitude requirements where prescribed, and the exact course |
| Flexible or distance study | BRAOU and approved distance/online offerings of other universities | UGC-DEB recognition for the exact programme, mode and admission session; study-centre support |
Important Official Admission and Verification Links
Use these official gateways to find the current prospectus and application link. This directory does not claim that admissions are open at every university on the date you read it.
| Portal | Official link | Useful for |
|---|---|---|
| University Grants Commission | ugc.gov.in | University recognition information and public notices |
| UGC Distance Education Bureau | deb.ugc.ac.in | Programme/session-specific recognition for distance and online learning |
| Telangana Council of Higher Education | tgche.ac.in | State admission notices and gateways for relevant common entrance tests |
| DOST | dost.cgg.gov.in | Participating undergraduate degree-college admissions; check the current participating-course list |
| National Testing Agency | nta.ac.in | Official entrance-test notices, including the relevant CUET information |
| Consortium of National Law Universities | consortiumofnlus.ac.in | CLAT information for applicable NALSAR law programmes |
| University of Hyderabad academics | acad.uohyd.ac.in | Programme prospectus and admission notices |
| MANUU regular admissions | MANUU admission page | Regular-course eligibility, admission routes and helpdesk information |
| BRAOU online services | braouonline.in | University-linked admission and student-service gateways |
| Telangana ePASS | telanganaepass.cgg.gov.in | Applicable State scholarship and reimbursement information; eligibility is scheme-specific |
| National Scholarship Portal | scholarships.gov.in | Scholarship schemes, eligibility and application information |
How to Open University Websites and Use Student Login
- Open the official website: Tap the university-domain link in the directory. Reading notices usually does not require a login.
- Choose the correct service: Look for “Admissions”, “Student Portal”, “Examinations”, “Online Services” or the programme notice. Applicant accounts and enrolled-student accounts may be different.
- Check the academic year and programme: Read the prospectus before registering. A university website, entrance-test portal and counselling portal can have separate registration steps.
- Follow the university’s own portal link: Universities may use a service provider or Samarth portal with a different domain. Reach it from the official university page rather than an unverified message.
- Use your own details: Enter the applicant/registration number, password or date of birth exactly as requested. New applicants should use the registration option specified in the notice.
- Resolve login problems: Try “Forgot Password” or the portal’s published technical helpdesk. Keep the error message and application number ready; do not send your password or OTP.
- Retain proof: Save the submitted application, payment receipt and official acknowledgement. Confirm final submission instead of assuming that account registration completes the application.
Questions to Ask Before Calling or Visiting a University
A short, specific enquiry helps staff guide you quickly. Keep your qualification, marks, subject combination and intended course name ready. Existing students should also keep their admission or enrolment number available.
- Is the course offered in the coming admission session, and at which college or campus?
- Which entrance test, merit process or counselling registration is required?
- What are the minimum qualifications and required subjects?
- What are the tuition, special, examination, hostel and other compulsory charges?
- Is hostel accommodation available, and is a hostel application separate from admission?
- Which documents must be uploaded, and when should originals be produced?
- Which office handles my enquiry, and should I book an appointment before visiting?
Plan the Correct Campus Visit
Confirm the office’s working day, time and location by phone or email. The university headquarters, admissions office, teaching college and certificate-verification centre may be in different places. Match the address in your current notice with the map result before starting your journey.
Important location distinction: SKLTGHU’s administrative office is at Mulugu in Siddipet district. Sammakka Sarakka Central Tribal University’s transit campus is at Jakaram in Mulugu district. These are different destinations.
Depending on the purpose of the visit, take the application acknowledgement, photo ID, relevant marks memos, qualification certificates and the documents named in the official notice. Carry copies and present originals only as instructed. A scholarship or fee-reimbursement claim needs its own eligibility checks; Government-university admission does not automatically approve financial assistance.
Common Admission Mistakes to Avoid
- Choosing only by university name: Check the exact course and college before paying an application fee.
- Travelling to the main office for college-level work: Confirm where counselling, certificate verification or classes actually take place.
- Assuming every course uses DOST or CUET: Admission routes differ by university, programme, level and quota.
- Using an old prospectus: Check the admission year, deadlines and any revised notices.
- Assuming a distance course is approved because the university is recognised: Verify the exact programme, mode and session with UGC-DEB.
- Relying on an agent’s selection promise: Use the official application and payment process and keep the receipts.
Related Guides on The Complete School
These internal resources offer further reading for teachers and graduates. Their deadlines and eligibility should be checked separately against the current official notices.
- BRAOU ECCE course guide for Telangana pre-primary instructors — programme background for readers exploring early-childhood education; this is an earlier admission-cycle article.
- Canara Bank graduate apprentice application guide — further reading on training opportunities after graduation.
- Supreme Court Junior Court Assistant guide — further reading on qualifications and skills relevant to graduate recruitment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which are the Central universities in Telangana?
The four Central universities listed here are the University of Hyderabad, The English and Foreign Languages University, Maulana Azad National Urdu University and Sammakka Sarakka Central Tribal University.
Can I read university websites without creating an account?
Yes. Public course information, notices and contact pages normally open without an account. A login may be required to apply, pay a fee, download personal documents or use student services.
Are all colleges affiliated to a Government university Government colleges?
No. A public university can affiliate Government, aided and private colleges. Check the ownership, approved programme and fee of the individual college.
Where should I look for engineering courses?
Explore JNTUH, RGUKT Basar, the Earth Sciences University engineering campus and the relevant engineering programmes at other listed universities. Compare entry requirements and the campus offering your chosen branch.
Which university should I contact for agriculture, veterinary or horticulture study?
PJTAU is the starting point for agriculture and related programmes, PVNRTVU for veterinary, fisheries and dairy technology, and SKLTGHU for horticulture. Read the programme-specific prospectus before applying.
Is Telangana Mahila Vishwavidyalayam listed under a new name?
Yes. It is listed as Veeranari Chakali Ilamma Women’s University, at Koti, Hyderabad. Older documents may refer to Telangana Mahila Vishwavidyalayam or University College for Women.
What is the current name of Potti Sreeramulu Telugu University?
The university’s website identifies it as Suravaram Prathapa Reddy Telugu University. Some older page titles and documents still use its earlier name.
Does every university offer a BA or BSc on its main campus?
No. Specialised universities may offer different degrees, and general-degree teaching may take place at constituent or affiliated colleges. Confirm the actual teaching institution.
What if the contact number does not connect?
Open the linked contact source, check the latest institutional directory, and use the relevant department email or admission helpdesk. State your course and purpose clearly; administrative offices may redirect specialist enquiries.
Are IIT Hyderabad and NIT Warangal included in this university count?
This directory’s count covers the university categories explained above. Institutes with a different statutory classification, such as Institutes of National Importance, need to be compared separately rather than added to the State/Central university count.
Conclusion
A useful university shortlist combines the right course, the correct teaching campus and the official admission route. Use the directory to open the university website, contact the appropriate office and confirm the practical details before submitting an application or making a campus visit. Save this guide for future reference and recheck official notices whenever admissions change.
Sources and Update Policy
University website and contact-source links are provided in each row. Additional references include the Telangana Higher Education Department, the UGC–INFLIBNET university directory, UGC-DEB and the universities’ own course/admission pages.
