Telangana intermediate exams to begin on February 24, 2027
The state government has approved a stretched examination schedule for the Intermediate Public Examinations to reduce student pressure.
The Telangana Intermediate Public Examinations (IPE) 2027 are set to commence on February 24, according to reports from Telangana Today and The Times of India. The examination schedule is expected to be stretched to nearly a month, running from February 24 until March 20.
The Telangana Board of Intermediate Education (TGBIE) has submitted proposed schedules to the state government. The new plan aims to increase the intervals between exams to reduce mental stress on students. While the current system provides only a one-day gap between first-year and second-year papers, the new proposal includes a two-day gap for language papers, four days for Mathematics, and five days for Chemistry.
Practical examinations for both first and second-year students are expected to be held from February 1 to February 18. Pre-final examinations are proposed to take place from January 18 to January 23, 2027, as decided by individual colleges.
The extended schedule is also necessitated by the festivals of Ramzan and Shivratri. However, some junior lecturers have expressed concerns that longer breaks could cause students to lose academic focus or take up daily-wage jobs in rural areas.
Approximately 10 lakh students across the state are expected to appear for the exams. The TGBIE is expected to release the detailed official timetable and timings shortly via its official websites.