Last Updated: June 19, 2026
Official Source: Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE) TG EAPCET 2026 Counselling Notification and Admission Schedule for the 2026-27 academic session. Candidates should refer to the official counselling portal and admission handbook for the latest instructions. If available, the notification number and subsequent corrigenda should be verified from the official PDF before admission-related decisions are made.
The Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE) has announced the counselling schedule for TG EAPCET 2026 admissions for candidates from the Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry (MPC) stream. The counselling process will facilitate admissions to engineering and pharmacy programmes offered by participating institutions across Telangana during the 2026-27 academic session.
The admission process will be conducted through three counselling phases, followed by Internal Sliding and Spot Admissions for eligible candidates and vacant seats. The schedule covers registration, certificate verification, web option entry, seat allotment, fee payment and reporting procedures.
Telangana’s centralized counselling framework is intended to ensure transparent seat allocation, efficient utilisation of available seats and equitable access to higher education opportunities based on merit and reservation policies.
Important Counselling Dates
First Phase
|
Activity |
Confirmed Date |
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Registration, Fee Payment & Slot Booking |
June 19–28, 2026 |
|
Certificate Verification |
June 22–29, 2026 |
|
Web Options Entry |
June 25–July 1, 2026 |
|
Mock Seat Allotment |
On or Before July 4, 2026 |
|
Option Modification |
July 5–7, 2026 |
|
Final Seat Allotment |
On or Before July 10, 2026 |
|
Fee Payment & Self-Reporting |
July 10–14, 2026 |
Second Phase
|
Activity |
Confirmed Date |
|
Registration & Slot Booking |
July 17, 2026 |
|
Certificate Verification |
July 18, 2026 |
|
Fresh Web Options Entry |
July 18–19, 2026 |
|
Seat Allotment |
On or Before July 22, 2026 |
|
Fee Payment & Self-Reporting |
July 22–24, 2026 |
|
Physical Reporting at College |
July 25–28, 2026 |
Final Phase
|
Activity |
Confirmed Date |
|
Registration & Fee Payment |
July 31, 2026 |
|
Certificate Verification |
August 1, 2026 |
|
Web Options Entry |
August 1–2, 2026 |
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Seat Allotment |
On or Before August 5, 2026 |
|
Fee Payment & Reporting |
August 5–7, 2026 |
Internal Sliding
|
Activity |
Confirmed Date |
|
Internal Sliding Options Entry |
August 12–13, 2026 |
|
Internal Sliding Allotment |
On or Before August 15, 2026 |
|
Reporting to New Branch |
August 16–17, 2026 |
Tentative Timeline: Counselling for the BiPC stream is tentatively expected to begin in October 2026. Candidates should await a separate official notification, as the schedule has not yet been formally confirmed.
Eligibility Criteria
According to the TG EAPCET 2026 counselling guidelines, candidates must satisfy the following requirements:
|
Requirement |
Details |
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Nationality |
Indian Citizen, PIO or OCI |
|
State Eligibility |
Telangana or Andhra Pradesh |
|
Entrance Requirement |
Valid TG EAPCET 2026 Rank |
|
Academic Qualification |
Minimum 45% marks in group subjects for OC category |
|
Reserved Categories |
Minimum 40% marks for SC/ST/BC categories |
|
Minimum Age |
16 years by December 31, 2026 |
|
Pharm-D Courses |
Minimum 17 years |
Verification Note: Eligibility conditions should be cross-checked with the official counselling handbook and detailed notification, particularly for category-specific reservations and special cases.
Counselling Processing Fee
|
Category |
Fee |
|
OC / BC / EWS |
₹1,200 |
|
SC / ST |
₹600 |
The processing fee is non-refundable and must be paid during online registration.
Documents Required for Verification
Candidates must produce original certificates along with photocopies at the designated Help Line Centre.
- TG EAPCET 2026 Rank Card
- TG EAPCET 2026 Hall Ticket
- Aadhaar Card
- SSC Marks Memo
- Intermediate Memo-Cum-Pass Certificate
- Study Certificates (Class VI to Intermediate)
- Transfer Certificate (TC)
- Income Certificate (if applicable)
- EWS Certificate (if applicable)
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Residence Certificate (where applicable)
Counselling Procedure
The admission process includes:
- Online registration and fee payment.
- Slot booking for certificate verification.
- Physical document verification.
- Web option entry for preferred colleges and branches.
- Seat allotment based on rank, reservation norms and seat availability.
- Fee payment, self-reporting and physical reporting at the allotted institution.
Candidates participating in the Second and Final phases must submit fresh web options, as earlier choices are not automatically carried forward.
Educational Context
TG EAPCET counselling is the primary route for admission to undergraduate engineering and pharmacy programmes in Telangana. The multi-phase structure allows candidates to participate in additional rounds, modify preferences and seek branch changes through Internal Sliding.
The inclusion of mock allotment and option modification windows supports informed decision-making, while the centralized admission model helps reduce vacant seats and maintain consistency across participating institutions.
Fraud and Safety Advisory
Candidates should remain cautious during the admission process.
- Use only official counselling portals and government notifications.
- Never share OTPs, passwords or login credentials.
- Avoid agents claiming guaranteed admission or seat upgrades.
- Verify all payment requests through official channels.
- Do not upload documents on unofficial websites.
- Never share scanned certificates through unknown WhatsApp, Telegram or social media groups.
- Be cautious of fraudulent calls, emails and messages requesting personal information.
- Admission authorities do not seek additional payments for seat allotment approval.
Any suspicious communication should be verified directly through official TGCHE contact channels.
Conclusion
With the counselling schedule now available, eligible candidates can begin preparing documents, reviewing college preferences and planning participation in the admission process. Applicants are advised to complete each stage within the prescribed timelines and regularly monitor official notifications for updates, corrections or procedural changes.
Editorial Disclaimer
This article is intended for informational and educational reporting purposes. Counselling schedules, eligibility requirements, fee details and admission procedures may be revised through subsequent notifications issued by TGCHE. Readers should verify all information through the official counselling portal, admission handbook and latest notifications. In case of any discrepancy, official notifications and portal updates shall prevail.