PSTU Admission 2026

Potti Sreeramulu Telugu University

Hyderabad, Telangana · PSTU · Estd. 1985

UG Open PG Open PhD Open

PSTU 2026-27 admissions to open June-July 2026. Updated: 2026-05-11

About Potti Sreeramulu Telugu University

Potti Sreeramulu Telugu University (PSTU), established in 1985 by an Act of the Andhra Pradesh state legislature (continued under Telangana state after 2014), is the state university dedicated to Telugu language, literature and culture. Headquartered at Public Gardens, Hyderabad, PSTU is named after Potti Sreeramulu — the freedom fighter who died fasting in 1952 for the formation of a separate Andhra State for Telugu speakers (paving the way for linguistic reorganisation of Indian states).

PSTU has departments of Telugu Language & Literature, Comparative Literature, Linguistics, Folklore, Performing Arts (Telugu cinema, theatre, music — Carnatic and Telugu folk), Translation Studies, Indian Languages, and History. Offers UG, PG, MPhil and PhD programmes in Telugu and Indian Studies. Regional campuses at Srisailam, Rajamahendravaram and Kuchipudi (the village that gave birth to Kuchipudi classical dance).

Admissions through PSTU-conducted aptitude test (for performing arts) and merit (for theoretical programmes). CUET UG/PG accepted for select programmes. PhD through PSTU PhD entrance.

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Application fee: ₹400 (General) / ₹200 (Reserved) · Official site ↗

Entrance Exams

Multiple modes accepted

PSTU Entrance / Merit / CUET

Conducted by Potti Sreeramulu Telugu University Hyderabad

Admissions through PSTU-conducted aptitude test (performing arts) and merit (theoretical). CUET UG/PG accepted for select programmes. PhD through PSTU PhD entrance. Telugu language proficiency required.

Eligibility

UG: Plus Two pass + Telugu proficiency. PG: bachelor 50% + Telugu. PhD: PG 55% + entrance + Telugu research focus.

Important Dates

Event	Date	Stage	Portal	Status
PSTU Application 2026	15 Jun 2026	—	pstu.ac.in	Upcoming
PSTU Entrance 2026	20 Jul 2026	—	pstu.ac.in	Upcoming
PSTU PhD 2026	15 Sept 2026	—	pstu.ac.in	Upcoming

How to Apply

Previous Year Cutoffs

Cutoffs will be published here once last year's data is verified.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available for eligible candidates at this university.

PSTU Telugu promotion scholarships, Telangana state scholarships, Sahitya Akademi fellowships for Telugu scholars, Sangeet Natak Akademi for performing arts.

Reservations

TS state policy: SC 15%, ST 10%, BC-A 7%, BC-B 10%, BC-C 1%, BC-D 7%, BC-E 4%, EWS 10%, PwBD 5%; Telugu-medium emphasis.

Results & Merit Lists

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the admission process at Potti Sreeramulu Telugu University?

Potti Sreeramulu Telugu University admits students primarily through PSTU Entrance / Merit / CUET. After the entrance exam result, candidates register on the university's CSAS (or equivalent) portal, fill college and programme preferences, and accept seats round-by-round.

What is the application fee at Potti Sreeramulu Telugu University?

For 2026, the application fee is ₹400 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹200 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.

When does Potti Sreeramulu Telugu University declare its cutoff?

Cutoffs at Potti Sreeramulu Telugu University are released after each round of seat allotment. CSAS/portal-based universities typically publish round-wise allocation lists; merit-based universities release a single merit list. Watch the Important Dates section above for exact dates.

Does Potti Sreeramulu Telugu University accept PSTU Entrance / Merit / CUET scores?

PSTU Entrance / Merit / CUET is the primary basis for admission at Potti Sreeramulu Telugu University. See the Entrance Exams section for details on accepted exams.