• Updated on 13 Nov, 2025 by Ankita Banerjee
TS EAMCET 2026 counselling will be conducted by the Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TSCHE) after the declaration of results. Candidates who qualify in the TS EAMCET 2026 exam will be eligible to participate in the counselling process, which will be held entirely in online mode. The counselling procedure includes several stages such as registration, payment of the processing fee, choice filling (option entry), seat allotment, and reporting to the allotted college. Typically, there are three rounds of counselling, followed by a special round depending on seat availability. During the counselling process, candidates must carefully select their preferred courses and colleges in order of priority. They will also need to book a slot for certificate verification by choosing a date, time, and helpline centre. Once the verification and seat allotment are completed, candidates must report to the respective institutes to confirm their admission. The TS EAMCET 2026 counselling process ensures that candidates are allotted seats based on their rank, preferences, and availability across participating colleges in Telangana.
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TS EAMCET 2026 Counselling Dates
The TS EAMCET 2026 counselling will be conducted in multiple rounds, including Phase 1, Phase 2, Final Phase, Internal Sliding, and Spot Admissions. Below is the complete schedule of important events and dates for each stage.
TS EAMCET 2026 First Phase Counselling
TS EAMCET 2026 Second Phase Counselling
TS EAMCET 2026 Final Phase Counselling
TS EAMCET 2026 Internal Sliding
TS EAMCET 2026 Spot Admissions
Check: TS EAMCET 2026 Results
TS EAMCET 2026 Counselling Process
The TS EAMCET 2026 counselling process is a step-by-step procedure that includes fee payment, document verification, registration, option entry, seat allotment, and reporting to the allotted college. Here's a breakdown of each step in simple terms.
Step 1: Payment of Counselling Fee
- Visit the official TS EAMCET counselling website at tgeapcet.nic.in
- Click on “Processing Fee Payment”
- Enter Hall Ticket Number and Rank
- The counselling fee can be paid online using a debit card, credit card, or net banking. The fee is INR 1,200 for General category candidates and INR 600 for SC/ST candidates
- Upon successful payment, you’ll receive an SMS confirmation with a reference number
- Select a preferred date for document verification
Step 2: Certificate Verification
- Visit the designated TS EAMCET Help Centre on the chosen date
- Submit original and photocopies of the required documents
- Receive a document verification receipt to proceed further
Documents Required
- TS EAMCET 2026 Rank Card & Hall Ticket
- Aadhaar Card
- Mark Sheets from Class 6 onward
- Transfer Certificate (TC)
- Intermediate Memo-cum-Pass Certificate
- Income Certificate (issued after Jan 1, 2026) – if applicable
- Caste Certificate – if claiming reservation
- Residence certificate (for Non-Local candidates)
- Category-specific certificates (PH, CAP, NCC, Sports, Minority, etc.)
Step 3: Registration
- Visit tgeapcet.nic.in
- Click on “Candidate Registration”
- Enter:
- Registration Number (received via SMS)
- Hall Ticket Number
- TS EAMCET 2026 Rank
- Date of Birth
- Generate and set a secure password
- Click “Save Password” to complete the registration
- The candidate will see a “Registration Successful” message
Step 4: Option Entry (Web Options)
- Log in using Registration Number, Password, Hall Ticket Number, and DOB
- Enter the OTP sent to the registered mobile number
- Click on “Option Entry”
- Select:
- District
- Preferred Colleges & Courses in order of choice
- Save and lock web options for seat allotment
Step 5: Seat Allotment
- Log in to check seat allotment status
- Download Provisional Allotment Letter
- Seat allotment is based on:
- TS EAMCET 2026 Rank
- Category
- Web options filled
Step 6: Reporting to the Allotted Institute
- Visit the allotted college within the specified dates
- Carry: a Provisional Allotment Letter and all required original documents
- Complete the admission process at the college
- Failing to report by the deadline will lead to the cancellation of admission
TS EAMCET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for admission, students must follow the TS EAMCET 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
- The candidate must be an Indian Citizen, a Person of Indian Origin (PIO), or an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cardholder.
- Residence requirement: The applicant should be a Telangana or Andhra Pradesh resident.
- The minimum age should be 17 years as on or before December 31, 2026.
- The maximum age limit is 22 years for General category candidates and 25 years for SC/ST candidates.
- The candidate must have passed Class 12 or its equivalent examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, along with Chemistry, Biology, or a related vocational subject.
- A minimum of 45% aggregate marks is required in the qualifying exam (40% for reserved category candidates).
TS EAMCET 2026 Counselling: New Branches
The Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TSCHE) has added new engineering branches for TS EAMCET 2026 admissions based on last year’s notification. Below is the list of newly introduced branches, their codes, and the colleges offering them:
Read More: TS EAMCET 2026 Cutoff
TS EAMCET 2026 Participating Institutes
Candidates who qualify TS EAMCET 2026 will be eligible for admission to various engineering colleges across Telangana. Below is a list of some of the top institutes that accept TS EAMCET scores for B.Tech admissions.
- CVR College of Engineering, Hyderabad
- Chaitanya Bharathi Institute of Technology, Hyderabad
- Vasavi College of Engineering, Hyderabad
- Anurag Group of Institutions, Ghatkesar
- BV Raju Institute of Technology, Narsapur
- CMR College of Engineering and Technology, Hyderabad
- Gokaraju Rangaraju Institute of Engineering and Technology, Hyderabad
- Guru Nanak Institutions Technical Campus, Ibrahimpatnam
- Institute of Aeronautical Engineering, Dundigal
- Kakatiya Institute of Technology and Science, Warangal
TS EAMCET 2026 Counselling FAQs
What is the TS EAMCET 2026 counselling process?
TS EAMCET 2026 counselling is conducted online by TSCHE in multiple phases and includes steps like registration, fee payment, certificate verification, web option entry, seat allotment, and reporting to the allotted college.
What are the TS EAMCET 2026 counselling dates?
TS EAMCET 2026 counselling is expected to begin from June 2026, right after the declaration of the results. The second and the final phases of the counselling will take place in July and August, respectively.
How to register for TS EAMCET counselling 2026?
Visit tgeapcet.nic.in, click on "Candidate Registration", enter the required details like hall ticket number, rank, and date of birth, then create and save a password to complete registration.
What documents are required for TS EAMCET 2026 certificate verification?
Candidates need their TS EAMCET rank card, hall ticket, Aadhaar card, educational certificates, caste/income/residence certificates (if applicable), and other category-specific documents for verification.
What is the TS EAMCET 2026 web option entry process?
Candidates log in to the official portal, choose their preferred colleges and courses, save and lock the options, which are then used for seat allotment based on rank and category.
What is the eligibility criteria for TS EAMCET 2026 admission?
Candidates must be Indian nationals or OCI/PIO holders, residents of Telangana/AP, aged 17+, and must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Math, and Chemistry/Biology, scoring at least 45% (40% for reserved).
What is the TS EAMCET 2026 counselling fee?
The TS EAMCET 2026 counselling processing fee is INR 1,200 for General category candidates and INR 600 for SC/ST candidates, payable online through debit/credit card or net banking.
What is internal sliding in TS EAMCET counselling 2026?
Internal sliding allows candidates to change branches within the same college. Options will be allowed to be entered from August (tentative), and new allotments (if any) will be made by the end of August 2026.
What are the new branches introduced in TS EAMCET 2026 counselling?
Three new engineering branches have been added: CSA (Computer Science), CSI (CSE with AI), and ETE (Electronics and Telecommunication), offered in select colleges like GLWC, GRRR, and DCET.
Which are the top TS EAMCET 2026 participating colleges?
Some of the top TS EAMCET participating colleges include CVR College of Engineering, CBIT Hyderabad, Vasavi College, Anurag Group, BV Raju Institute, and Gokaraju Rangaraju Institute of Engineering.

