The Federation of Associations of Telangana Higher Institutions (FATHI) has called for an additional ICET counselling round due to delays in university certificate issuance.

  • FATHI has requested an additional round of ICET counselling for MBA and MCA.
  • Delayed marks memos and certificates from universities are hindering student participation.
  • The association seeks to postpone 'B' category admissions to late September.

In a significant move for higher education aspirants in Telangana, the Federation of Associations of Telangana Higher Institutions (FATHI) has formally approached the Telangana Council of Higher Education. The federation is requesting an additional round of counselling for MBA and MCA admissions conducted via the Telangana Integrated Common Entrance Test (ICET).

The primary contention raised by FATHI representatives is the systemic delay in the issuance of academic documents. Several universities have reportedly failed to release marks memos and passing certificates for students who completed their degree programs during the 2025-26 academic year. Furthermore, pending results from supplementary examinations have left many students in a state of uncertainty.

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The Impact on Student Eligibility

Due to these administrative bottlenecks, a significant number of eligible candidates were unable to participate in the certificate verification process during the initial first and second rounds of counselling. This exclusion threatens to deprive many qualified students of their opportunity to secure professional degrees.

In addition to the demand for a new counselling round, FATHI has appealed to the state government to postpone the schedule for ‘B’ category admissions. The federation suggests that these admissions should be shifted to the last week of September to ensure a fair and inclusive process.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that such administrative lapses in the academic calendar create a domino effect, impacting not just individual students but also the overall enrollment stability of higher education institutions across the state.

The disconnect between university administration and entrance exam timelines is creating a crisis for the student community.

Historically, entrance examination processes in India often face challenges regarding document verification, necessitating flexible policies to accommodate administrative delays at the university level.

Did You Know?: The ICET is a crucial gateway for professional management and computer applications courses in the region.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1: Why is FATHI demanding extra counselling?
Answer: Because many students could not verify their documents due to universities not issuing marks memos and certificates on time.

Question 2: What is the proposed change for 'B' category admissions?
Answer: FATHI has requested that 'B' category admissions be postponed to the last week of September.