TG ECET Phase 1 Counselling 2026: Registration, Slot Booking, Certificate Verification, Web Options, Seat Allotment & Self Reporting Dates

The Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TSCHE) has announced the TG ECET Phase 1 Counselling 2026 schedule for admissions into second-year B.E., B.Tech and B.Pharmacy courses through lateral entry. Candidates who have qualified in TG ECET 2026 can participate in the Phase 1 counselling process to secure admission into their preferred colleges and branches.

According to the official notification, the Phase 1 counselling process will commence from June 15, 2026, and will be conducted completely in online mode. The counselling procedure involves several stages such as processing fee payment, online registration, slot booking for certificate verification, certificate verification, web option entry, freezing of options, seat allotment, tuition fee payment and self-reporting. Candidates are advised to complete each stage within the stipulated dates to avoid cancellation of their candidature.

Students participating in the TG ECET 2026 Phase 1 counselling should keep all the required certificates ready and regularly follow the latest updates. Through this article, Manabadi provides complete information regarding the TG ECET Phase 1 Counselling 2026 schedule, registration process, certificate verification, web options, seat allotment and self-reporting procedure to help candidates complete the admission process smoothly.

TG ECET Phase 1 Counselling 2026 Overview

TG ECET Phase 1 Counselling 2026 Important Dates

TG ECET Phase 1 Counselling 2026: Step by Step Process

Candidates participating in Phase 1 counselling should follow the below steps carefully.

Step 1: Pay Processing Fee and Complete Registration

The first step in TG ECET Phase 1 counselling is online registration. Candidates have to visit the official website and click on the “Payment of Processing Fee” option.

To log in, candidates need to enter:

• TG ECET 2026 Registration Number
• Hall Ticket Number
• Date of Birth

After login, candidates must enter their Aadhaar Number, Mobile Number and Email ID carefully. Since the registered mobile number cannot be changed later, candidates are advised to provide an active mobile number.

Processing Fee Details

After successful payment, candidates can proceed to slot booking.

Step 2: Book Slot for Certificate Verification

Candidates who have paid the processing fee must book a slot by selecting their preferred Help Line Centre (HLC), date and time.

Candidates who have paid the processing fee must book a slot by selecting their preferred Help Line Centre (HLC), date, and time. Certificate verification is compulsory, and candidates should attend only the Help Line Centre chosen during slot booking.

What is a Help Line Centre (HLC)?

A Help Line Centre (HLC) is an authorized verification centre designated by TGCHE where candidates must appear in person for document verification. At the Help Line Centre, officials will physically verify your:

• Academic certificates
• Identity documents
• Reservation certificates (if applicable)
• Local status documents
• Eligibility for admission

Important Note: Only candidates whose documents are successfully verified are allowed to proceed to the web options entry phase.

How to Select a Help Line Centre

When the system displays the list of available Help Line Centres, choose the centre that is most convenient for you. While making your selection, consider the following key factors:

• Distance from your home.
• Availability of transportation to the venue.
• Travel time required to reach the center.
• Availability of time slots at that specific centre.

Note: If your nearest centre is completely booked or unavailable, please select the next closest option immediately.

Special Category Exception

Candidates belonging to NCC, Sports, PHC, and CAP categories must strictly attend their certificate verification only at Government Polytechnic, Masab Tank, Hyderabad as per the specialized schedule.

Step 3: Attend Certificate Verification

Certificate verification will be conducted from June 17 to June 19, 2026.

Documents Required for TG ECET 2026 Certificate Verification

Candidates attending the TG ECET 2026 counselling certificate verification process must carry all original certificates along with two sets of photocopies (Xerox copies). The following documents are mandatory:

• TGECET -2026 Rank Card.
• TGECET -2026 Hall Ticket.
• Aadhar Card.
• S.S.C or its equivalent Marks memo.
• Diploma / Degree Memorandum of marks.
• Diploma / Degree Provisional Pass Certificate.
• Intermediate or its equivalent Memo-Cum-Pass Certificate in case of B.Sc (Mathematics) candidates.
• Study Certificate from VI to Diploma [9th Class to Degree in case of B.Sc (Mathematics), IV to Diploma in case of candidates studied in Statewide Institutions].
• Transfer Certificate (T.C).
• Income Certificate issued on or after 01-01-2026 by competent authority (if applicable).
• EWS Income and Assets Certificate issued by a Tahsildar valid for the year 2026-27 (if applicable).
• Caste Certificate issued by competent authority (if applicable).
• Residence Certificate of candidate for a period of 7 years preceding to qualifying examination in case where the candidate has no institutionalized education.
• Minorities: SSC TC containing Minority Status or Certificate from the Head Master. or the Certificate issued from competent authority as per G.O.Rt.No. 323, Revenue (services. II) Department Dated: 16-09-2023.

Documents Required for Non-Local Candidates (15% Unreserved Seats)

Non-local candidates seeking consideration under the 15% unreserved category must submit any one of the following certificates:

Residence Certificate issued through MeeSeva: Candidates who have resided in Telangana State for a total period of 10 years, excluding periods of study outside the State, or candidates whose either parent has resided in the State for a total period of 10 years excluding periods of employment outside the State.

(OR)

Employer Certificate (Parents): Candidates who are children of parents employed in the State Government, Central Government, Public Sector Corporations, Local Bodies, Universities, or other similar Quasi-Public Institutions within Telangana State at the time of applying for TG ECET 2026.

(OR)

Employer Certificate (Spouse): Candidates who are spouses of persons employed in the State Government, Central Government, Public Sector Corporations, Local Bodies, Universities, educational institutions recognized by the Government or a University, or other similar quasi-government institutions within Telangana State.

Special Category Certificates

Candidates claiming reservation under special categories must produce additional certificates and three sets of photocopies.

PHC (Physically Handicapped) Category

Candidates belonging to the PHC category must submit a disability certificate issued by the District Medical Board. Only candidates with 40% or more disability are eligible for reservation benefits.

CAP (Children of Armed Forces Personnel)

Candidates seeking admission under the CAP category must produce a CAP Certificate issued by the Regional Sainik Welfare Officer for Ex-Servicemen or by the Unit Commanding Officer for serving Defence Personnel, CRPF, and BSF personnel. Service Register details showing domicile or permanent residence in Telangana should also be submitted.

NCC Category

Candidates claiming reservation under the NCC category should submit certificates issued by the competent authorities.

Sports (SG) Category

Sports category candidates must produce sports achievements and testimonials along with Forms I, II, III, and IV duly attested by recognized State Sports Associations under the Sports Authority of Telangana (SATG).

Candidates are advised to verify all certificates carefully before attending the Help Line Centre to ensure a smooth TG ECET Counselling 2026 certificate verification process and avoid any last-minute issues during admissions.

NOTE: Candidates belonging to NCC, Sports, PHC, and CAP categories must attend verification at Government Polytechnic, Masab Tank, Hyderabad.

After successful verification, candidates will receive a Receipt of Certificates (ROC) and login credentials through SMS. Candidates are advised to verify all details printed on the ROC immediately.

SCHEDULE FOR SPECIAL CATEGORIES PHC / CAP / NCC / SPORTS (SG):

The special category candidates PHC/ CAP / NCC / Sports (SG) need to book slot only selecting the Help Line Center of GOVERNMENT POLYTECHNIC, MASAB TANK, HYDERABAD to attend for certificate verification as per below schedule. The other certificates of these candidates will also be verified along with Special Reservation category certificates.

Counselling Schedule Table

NOTE:

• Candidates belonging to NCC, Sports, PHC, and CAP categories must attend verification at Government Polytechnic, Masab Tank, Hyderabad.
• Special categories i.e., PHC/CAP/NCC/Sports (SG) certificates shall be verified during First Phase of counselling only on scheduled date and time. No further Certificate Verification for Special Categories after schedule date and time. No Certificate Verification for Special Categories in final phase. Allotments for NCC / Sports categories will be made in final phase only after due verification from the concerned authorities.
• After verification of original certificates, Receipt of Certificates (ROC) will be issued to the candidate duly signed by Chief Verification Officer. Candidate / Parents should check the details printed on ROC, if correction required, immediately contact Chief Verification Officer for rectification.
• Immediately after Certificate Verification the login ID will be sent to the candidate to the registered mobile number, if not received collect login ID at Help Line Center before leaving Certificate Verification Hall. Note down the login ID received and do not disclose to anyone.

Step 4: Exercise Web Options

After certificate verification, candidates can enter web options from June 17 to June 21, 2026.

• Immediately after Certificate Verification, the Login Id will be sent to the candidates registered Mobile Number. All the messages / OTPs / Allotment details etc., will be sent to the Registered Mobile number, hence advised to keep the mobile with you till the end of admission process.
• Download the list of colleges / branches / districts from the website https://tgecet.nic.in
• Take the printout of Manual Option Entry Form from the website.
• Consult Parents / Friends and prepare Manual Option Entry Form as per your preference duly writing institution code, branch code and district code. This is for your convenience and to avoid mistakes and save time while entering web options.
• The candidates can exercise options from Home / Internet Centre.
• If the candidate is exercising options from Internet Centre, make sure that proper logout is done after saving the options to avoid manipulation of the password by the Internet Centre person.
• Generate the Password by clicking on Candidates Registration link in the website.
• Do not share the password with others.
• After successful password generation, Login with the details under the link Candidates Login and enter OTP as received in registered Mobile Number.
• Refer the Manual Option Entry Form prepared by you and enter the options in the website.
• Candidates are advised to exercise options carefully in the order of priority. The order of priority of options is the important criteria in securing the seat.
• Candidate has to exercise as many options as possible to avoid disappointment of not getting a seat.
• Candidate can exercise and modify the options any number of times within the scheduled dates.
• Take a printout of final options saved for reference.
• Before entering options, students can prepare a list of preferred colleges and courses using the manual option entry form.

Step 5: Freeze Web Options

Candidates should verify all options entered and freeze them on or before June 21, 2026.

Once the options are frozen, they will be considered for seat allotment. Therefore, candidates are advised to check all preferences carefully before the deadline.

Step 6: Check TG ECET Seat Allotment Result 2026

• The Provisional First Phase allotment of seats will be made on or before 24-06-2026 and will be placed in the website https://tgecet.nic.in.
• For downloading the candidate’s Provisional Allotment Order, enter the ROC Form Number, TGECET Hall Ticket Number, Password and Date of Birth in Candidate login in https://tgecet.nic.in.
• After first phase, if the candidate cancels admission through Online after payment of Tuition Fee and exercise options in subsequent phases if any, Tuition Fee paid earlier shall be considered for subsequent allotment of seat.
• Pay the Tuition Fee mentioned in the Provisional allotment order through online (Credit Card / Debit Card/ Net Banking ) within the prescribed time and self report through online system in candidates login and take admission number to confirm the provisionally allotted seat. Take the printout.
• The candidates with zero Tuition Fee mentioned on provisional allotment order shall perform the self reporting within the prescribed date through online system in candidates login and take admission number to confirm the provisionally allotted seat. Take the printout.
• All the candidates have to pay a minimum of Rs.5000/- (SC/ST) and Rs.10000/- (Others) along with Tuition Fee where the Tuition Fee to be paid by the candidate is less than Rs.5000/-(SC/ST) and Rs.10000/-(Others). The same will be returned back to the candidates who report at the allotted college after final phase. If the candidate did not report at the allotted college the same will be forfeited.
• Candidates/Parents are advised to make Tuition Fee payment from their own Bank Accounts. In case of refunds, if any, the amount will be remitted back through online in to the same Bank Account from which the payment was made.
• The candidate has to report at the allotted college after Final Phase of counselling and handover a set of Xerox copies of the certificates and Original Transfer Certificate (T.C).
• If the candidate does not pay the prescribed Tuition Fee within the schedule mentioned, the provisional allotted seat automatically stands cancelled and he / she shall not have any claim on the provisionally allotted seat.
• Candidates should carefully read all instructions mentioned in the allotment order.

Step 7: Pay Tuition Fee and Complete Self Reporting

Candidates allotted seats must pay the tuition fee and complete online self-reporting from June 24 to June 27, 2026.

Even if the tuition fee displayed in the allotment order is zero, candidates must complete online self-reporting to generate the admission number and confirm their seat.

Failure to pay the fee or complete self-reporting within the prescribed dates will lead to automatic cancellation of the allotted seat.

Important Instructions for TG ECET Phase 1 Candidates

• Keep all original certificates ready before attending verification.
• Carry two sets of Xerox copies of all certificates.
• Use an active mobile number while registration.
• Preserve the login credentials received after certificate verification.
• Exercise maximum web options to increase the chances of seat allotment.
• Always log out properly when using public internet centres.
• Candidates participating in the Final Phase and getting a new seat will automatically lose their previous allotment.
• Web options entered in Phase 1 will not be considered during Final Phase counselling.
• Candidates must enter fresh options again in the Final Phase.
• Failure to pay tuition fee and self-report online will result in cancellation of the allotted seat.

Conclusion

The TG ECET Phase 1 Counselling 2026 process is scheduled to commence from June 15, 2026, offering qualified candidates an opportunity to secure admission into second-year B.E., B.Tech, and B.Pharmacy courses through lateral entry. Candidates are required to complete each stage of the counselling process, including processing fee payment, registration, slot booking, certificate verification, web option entry, option freezing, seat allotment, tuition fee payment, and online self-reporting, within the specified dates.

Students are advised to keep all necessary documents ready in advance and carefully follow the counselling schedule to avoid missing any important deadlines. Since each stage of the admission process is time-bound, candidates should regularly check official notifications and stay updated with the latest information.

For complete details regarding TG ECET Phase 1 Counselling 2026 dates, registration process, certificate verification, web options, seat allotment results, and admission updates, candidates can regularly visit Manabadi, which provides timely and comprehensive coverage of all major educational notifications and counselling procedures.