The Telangana State Engineering, Agriculture and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test (TG EAPCET) 2026 offers reservation benefits for various categories of candidates, including SC, ST, BC/OBC, Persons with Disabilities (PWD), NCC, Sports, and Children of Armed Forces Personnel. The reservation policy is framed in accordance with the guidelines issued by the Government of Telangana and is applicable to seats in Engineering, Agriculture, and Pharmacy courses offered by participating colleges across the state.
The TG EAPCET 2026 Reservation Policy aims to provide equitable opportunities to students belonging to different social and economic backgrounds. In addition to category-wise reservations, special provisions are available for women candidates, physically challenged candidates, and children of Armed Forces personnel. The category-wise reservation percentages and eligibility relaxation criteria prescribed by the authorities are applicable during the counselling and seat allotment process.
For more than two decades, Manabadi has been a trusted source of educational information for students and parents across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. It provides comprehensive coverage of TG EAPCET 2026, including the notification, important dates, eligibility criteria, application process, exam pattern, reservation policy, mock counselling, and preparation tips. Candidates are advised to visit Manabadi.co.in regularly to stay updated with the latest information regarding TG EAPCET 2026 and ensure that they do not miss any important milestones during the admission process.
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TG EAPCET Reservation of Seats for all Categories 2026
Local and Non-Local Reservation
- 85% of seats are reserved for local candidates (candidates who have studied in Telangana for at least 4 consecutive years up to Class 12 or its equivalent).
- 15% of seats are open to non-local candidates (candidates from other states or Union Territories).
Category-Wise Reservation
The remaining seats are distributed among various categories as per the following percentages:
- Scheduled Castes (SC): 15%
- Scheduled Tribes (ST): 6%
- Backward Classes (BC): 29% (Further divided into sub-categories: BC-A (7%), BC-B (10%), BC-C (1%), BC-D (7%), and BC-E (4%))
- Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): 10%
- Women Reservation: 33% (horizontal reservation applicable in each category)
Special Reservations
- Physically Handicapped (PH): 3% (reserved for candidates with 40% or more disability).
- NCC, Sports, and CAP: 1-2% (varies based on state government guidelines).
- Children of Armed Forces Personnel (CAP): 2%.
Open Category
The remaining seats are filled under the Open Category, where admission is purely based on merit.
Key Points to Remember
- Candidates must provide valid certificates to claim reservation benefits.
- The reservation percentages are subject to change based on government notifications.
- Seats under reserved categories are filled on a merit basis within the respective category.
Documents Required for Reservation Claim
Candidates claiming reservation benefits should carry:
- Caste Certificate
- Income Certificate
- EWS Certificate
- NCC/Sports/CAP Certificates
- Disability Certificate (for PH candidates)
- Study & Residence Certificates
- Aadhaar Card
Original certificates along with xerox copies are required during counselling.
Manabadi TG EAPCET 2026 Updates
For over two decades, Manabadi has remained one of the most trusted educational platforms for students across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. Students can regularly check Manabadi for:
- TG EAPCET 2026 Reservation Updates
- Counselling Notifications
- Seat Allotment Results
- Web Option Entry Updates
- College-Wise Cutoff Ranks
- Mock Counselling
- Counselling Fee Details
- Certificate Verification Schedule
Candidates are also advised to regularly visit the official website tgeapcet.nic.in for official counselling announcements.
Conclusion
The TG EAPCET Reservations 2026 policy provides admission opportunities for candidates belonging to various reserved categories including SC, ST, BC, EWS, Women, PWD, NCC, Sports, and CAP categories. Understanding the reservation system and eligibility criteria is important for candidates participating in the counselling process.
Students should carefully verify their reservation eligibility, keep all required certificates ready, and stay updated through the official portal tgeapcet.nic.in and trusted educational platforms like Manabadi for the latest updates related to TS EAPCET Counselling 2026.