TG EAPCET (formerly TS EAMCET) Counselling Round 3: Registration, Process, Dates, Web Options Entry, Seat Allotment

The Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TGCHE) has officially released the TG EAPCET 2026 Round 3 Counselling Schedule for admissions into Engineering, Agriculture, and Pharmacy courses offered by participating colleges across Telangana for the 2026–27 academic year.

The Round 3 counselling process includes online registration, certificate verification (where applicable), web options entry, option freezing, seat allotment, and self-reporting. This is the final regular phase of the TG EAPCET 2026 counselling process, after which internal sliding and institutional spot admissions will be conducted to fill the remaining vacant seats. Candidates are advised to complete all counselling formalities within the prescribed schedule to avoid missing their admission opportunity.

What is Round 3 (Final Phase) Counselling?

The Round 3 (Final Phase) is the last opportunity for candidates to secure admission through the convener quota. This phase is specifically designed for:

• New Candidates: Students who did not participate in Phase 1 or Phase 2 counselling 
• Upgradation Seekers: Candidates who wish to secure a better college or branch 
• Missed Opportunity Candidates: Students who failed to get a seat in earlier rounds

Critical Note: It is mandatory to exercise options afresh for the Final Phase. Options submitted during Phase 1 or Phase 2 are automatically discarded and will not be considered .

Quick Reference Summary

Official TG EAPCET 2026 Round 3 (Final Phase) Schedule

As per the official notification, the final phase follows a strict single-day milestone structure :

Complete Round 3 Process Breakdown

Step 1: New Registration & Slot Booking (July 31, 2026)

Candidates participating in TG EAPCET 2026 Round 3 Counselling for the first time must complete the online registration, processing fee payment, and slot booking on July 31, 2026.

• Visit the official TG EAPCET Counselling Portal at tgeapcet.nic.in.
• Click on the “Payment of Processing Fee” link.
• Enter your Registration Number, Date of Birth, and Intermediate Hall Ticket Number.
• Pay the prescribed processing fee:
  • OC/BC Candidates: ₹1,200
  • SC/ST Candidates: ₹600
• Complete the Basic Information Form by providing your Aadhaar Number, Mobile Number, Email ID, and Caste/EWS Certificate details (where applicable).
• Select your preferred Help Line Centre (HLC) along with the date and time slot for certificate verification.

Important: Candidates whose certificates were already verified in previous counselling rounds are not required to undergo certificate verification again. They can directly log in and exercise their web options from August 1, 2026..

Step 2: Certificate Verification (August 1, 2026)

• Report to the allotted Help Line Centre on the scheduled date and time for certificate verification.
• Candidate’s physical presence is mandatory for the verification process.
• Carry all original certificates/documents along with two sets of self-attested photocopies.

Mandatory Documents Required for Certificate Verification

• TG EAPCET 2026 Rank Card & Hall Ticket
• SSC / Class 10 Marks Memo
• Intermediate Marks Memo & Pass Certificate
• Study Certificates (Class VI to Intermediate)
• Transfer Certificate (TC)
• Aadhaar Card
• Income Certificate (if applicable)
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• EWS Certificate (if applicable)
• Residence Certificate (if required)

Special Category Certificates (If Applicable)

• PHC: Disability Certificate issued by the District Medical Board
• CAP: Certificate issued by the Regional Sainik Welfare Officer
• NCC: NCC Achievement Certificates
• Sports: Sports Achievement Certificates

Step 3: Web Options Entry (August 1–2, 2026)

• It is mandatory to exercise fresh web options for the Final Phase. Options entered during earlier counselling phases will NOT be considered.

How to Exercise Web Options

• Get Login ID: After certificate verification, a Login ID will be sent to your registered mobile number.
• Download College List: Download the official list of colleges, branches, and district codes from the counselling portal.
• Use the Manual Option Entry Form: Print the form and plan your college and branch preferences in the desired order before entering them online.
• Create a Password: Click on the “Candidates Registration” link and set a secure password.
• Log In: Use the “Candidates Login” link, enter your credentials, and complete OTP verification.
• Submit Web Options: Enter your college and branch choices exactly as planned in the manual option entry form.
• Add Maximum Options: Choose as many options as possible to improve your chances of securing a seat.
• Modify Before Deadline: Edit, add, delete, or rearrange your options any number of times until the web options deadline.
• Save & Print: Save your final options and take a printout for future reference.

Expert Tips for Web Options Entry

• Enter the maximum number of web options to improve your chances of securing a seat.
• Analyze previous years’ cutoff ranks before selecting colleges and branches.
• Choose colleges realistically based on your TG EAPCET rank, category, and reservation status.
• Arrange colleges and branches in descending order of your preference, as seat allotment follows the order of options entered.
• Complete web options entry well before the deadline to avoid last-minute server issues or technical problems.

Step 4: Freezing of Web Options (August 2, 2026)

• All saved web options will be automatically frozen on August 2, 2026.
• No changes, additions, deletions, or modifications to web options will be permitted after the deadline.
• Carefully review and finalize all your college and branch preferences before the option freezing date.
• Candidates are advised to save and print their final web options for future reference.
• No cancellations or dropouts will be permitted after the Final Phase of TG EAPCET 2026 counselling.

Step 5: Provisional Seat Allotment Result (On or Before August 5, 2026)

• The Provisional Seat Allotment Result will be released on or before August 5, 2026.
• Seat allotment is based on the following factors:
  • TG EAPCET 2026 Merit Rank
  • Reservation Category
  • Local/Non-Local Area Status
  • Availability of Seats
  • Web Options (College & Branch Preferences) entered by the candidate
• Visit the official TG EAPCET counselling portal to check your allotment status.
• Download and print the Provisional Seat Allotment Order for admission and reporting at the allotted college.
• Verify all the details mentioned in the allotment order before proceeding with the admission process.

Step 6: Tuition Fee Payment & Self-Reporting (August 5–7, 2026)

• Pay the prescribed tuition fee online through the TG EAPCET counselling portal.
• Complete the mandatory online self-reporting within the specified dates.
• Download and print the Final Seat Allotment Order after successful fee payment and self-reporting.
• Failure to pay the fee and complete self-reporting within the deadline may result in cancellation of the allotted seat.

Step 7: Physical Reporting at the Allotted College (August 5–7, 2026)

Physical reporting is mandatory for candidates whose college or branch has changed in the Final Phase.

• Report to the allotted college within the scheduled reporting period.
• Submit the Original Transfer Certificate (TC) at the time of admission.
• Submit one set of Xerox copies of all required certificates.
• Produce the Final Seat Allotment Order and self-reporting acknowledgement.
• Obtain an admission acknowledgement/receipt from the college after document submission.
• Complete all admission formalities to confirm your seat.

Post-Round 3: Internal Sliding & Spot Admissions

If seats remain vacant after the Final Phase (Round 3), the TG EAPCET counselling authority will conduct Internal Sliding followed by Spot Admissions to fill the remaining vacancies.

Centralized Internal Sliding by Convenor

The Internal Sliding process allows eligible candidates to upgrade to another vacant branch within the same college already allotted to them. Candidates cannot change their college during this phase—only the branch can be changed, subject to seat availability.

Note: Government Fee Reimbursement will continue to be applicable for all eligible candidates who receive a branch upgrade through the Internal Sliding process.

Spot Admissions (Private Unaided Engineering Colleges)

If vacancies remain even after the Internal Sliding process, Private Unaided Engineering Colleges will conduct Spot Admissions to fill the remaining seats as per the guidelines issued by the TG EAPCET counselling authority.

Important Points:

• Only vacant seats remaining after the Final Phase and Internal Sliding will be filled through Spot Admissions.
• Eligible candidates should contact the respective Private Unaided Engineering Colleges directly for vacancy details and admission schedules.
• Candidates must carry all original certificates and required documents while reporting for Spot Admission.
• Admission will be granted strictly as per the guidelines issued by the TG EAPCET counselling authority and the respective college.

Important Rules to Remember

• Fresh Web Options are Mandatory: Candidates must exercise fresh web options in every counselling phase. Options entered in previous phases will not be carried forward.
• Physical Reporting is Mandatory: Candidates who were allotted a seat in the Second Phase but failed to report to the allotted college will not be eligible to participate in the Final Phase of counselling.
• No Cancellations After the Final Phase: Seat cancellations, withdrawals, or dropouts are not permitted after the completion of the Final Phase of TG EAPCET 2026 counselling.
• Fee Reimbursement: Government Fee Reimbursement will continue to be applicable to eligible candidates who receive a seat through the Internal Sliding process.
• AICTE Approval: The colleges and courses displayed during web options entry are subject to approval by AICTE, the Government, and the respective affiliating university/body. Candidates are advised to verify the final approved intake before admission.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use my Phase 1 or Phase 2 web options for Round 3?
No. It is mandatory to exercise options afresh for the Final Phase. Earlier phase options will NOT be considered .

Q: Is physical reporting mandatory?
Yes. If your branch or college changes in Round 3, you must physically report to the allotted college between August 5-7, 2026 .

Q: What is Internal Sliding?
Internal Sliding allows candidates to move to different vacant branches within their already allotted college. It happens after Round 3 from August 12-13, 2026 .

Q: Who is eligible for Spot Admissions?
Candidates who do not get a seat in Round 3 or Internal Sliding can participate in Spot Admissions for Private Unaided Engineering Colleges starting August 16, 2026 .

Q: What happens if I don’t report after Phase 2 allotment?
Candidates who get allotment in Phase 2 and fail to report at the allotted college are not permitted to exercise options in the Final Phase .

Q: Can I cancel my seat after Final Phase allotment?
No. Dropouts/Cancellations are not permitted after the Final Phase .

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