The Telangana State Engineering, Agriculture and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test (TS EAPCET) 2026, previously known as TS EAMCET, is the gateway to undergraduate professional courses across Telangana . Conducted by Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad (JNTUH) on behalf of the Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TSCHE), this state-level entrance exam opens doors to a diverse range of programs .
This comprehensive guide provides the complete list of courses offered through TS EAPCET 2026, along with official branch codes, eligibility requirements, and seat matrix details to help candidates make informed choices during counselling.
Contents
- 0.1 Table 1: TS EAPCET 2026 – Complete Course List by Category
- 0.2 Table 2: Course Eligibility & Entrance Stream Requirements
- 0.3 Popular Course Categories Explained
- 0.4 Engineering (B.E./B.Tech) Programs
- 0.5 Agriculture & Allied Sciences
- 0.6 Pharmacy Programs
- 0.7 TS EAPCET Exam Pattern 2026 at a Glance
- 0.8 Understanding Official Branch Codes
- 0.9 Code Structure for TS EAPCET Counselling
- 0.10 Commonly Used Branch Codes:
- 0.11 Course Availability by College Type
- 0.12 Government/University Colleges
- 0.13 Private Engineering Colleges
- 0.14 Agriculture & Veterinary Colleges
- 1 Seat Matrix Overview (Approximate)
Table 1: TS EAPCET 2026 – Complete Course List by Category
| Category | Course Name | Duration | Official Branch Code |
| ENGINEERING | B.E./B.Tech (Computer Science & Engineering) | 4 Years | CSE |
| B.E./B.Tech (Electronics & Communication Engg.) | 4 Years | ECE | |
| B.E./B.Tech (Electrical & Electronics Engg.) | 4 Years | EEE | |
| B.E./B.Tech (Mechanical Engineering) | 4 Years | MEC | |
| B.E./B.Tech (Civil Engineering) | 4 Years | CIV | |
| B.E./B.Tech (Information Technology) | 4 Years | IT | |
| B.E./B.Tech (Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning) | 4 Years | AIML | |
| B.E./B.Tech (Data Science) | 4 Years | DS | |
| B.E./B.Tech (Computer Science & Business Systems) | 4 Years | CSBS | |
| B.E./B.Tech (Cyber Security) | 4 Years | CS | |
| B.E./B.Tech (Robotics & Automation) | 4 Years | RA | |
| B.E./B.Tech (Biotechnology) | 4 Years | BT | |
| B.E./B.Tech (Food Technology) | 4 Years | FT | |
| B.E./B.Tech (Agricultural Engineering) | 4 Years | AG | |
| B.E./B.Tech (Biomedical Engineering) | 4 Years | BME | |
| B.E./B.Tech (Pharmaceutical Engineering) | 4 Years | PE | |
| B.E./B.Tech (Chemical Engineering) | 4 Years | CHE | |
| B.E./B.Tech (Metallurgical Engineering) | 4 Years | MET | |
| B.E./B.Tech (Mining Engineering) | 4 Years | MIN | |
| B.E./B.Tech (Production Engineering) | 4 Years | PRD | |
| B.E./B.Tech (Aerospace Engineering) | 4 Years | ASE | |
| B.E./B.Tech (Automobile Engineering) | 4 Years | AUTO | |
| AGRICULTURE | B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture | 4 Years | AGR |
| B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture | 4 Years | HORT | |
| B.Sc. (Forestry) | 4 Years | FOR | |
| B.Tech (Agricultural Engineering) | 4 Years | AG | |
| VETERINARY & FISHERIES | B.V.Sc. & A.H. (Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry) | 5.5 Years | VET |
| B.F.Sc. (Fisheries Science) | 4 Years | FISH | |
| NURSING & PHARMACY | B.Sc. (Nursing) | 4 Years | NUR |
| B.Pharmacy | 4 Years | PHAR | |
| Pharm.D (Doctor of Pharmacy) | 6 Years | PHD | |
| B.Pharmacy (Ayurveda) | 4 Years | AYUR |
Table 2: Course Eligibility & Entrance Stream Requirements
| Course Category | Required 10+2 Subjects | Minimum Marks (General) | Minimum Marks (SC/ST) | TS EAPCET Stream |
| Engineering (B.E./B.Tech) | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | 45% | 40% | Engineering (E) |
| B.Pharmacy / Pharm.D | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or Biology | 45% | 40% | Engineering (E) or Agriculture (AP) |
| Biotech/Food Tech | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology | 45% | 40% | Engineering (E) or Agriculture (AP) |
| Agriculture/Horticulture | Physics, Chemistry, Biology | 45% | 40% | Agriculture (AP) |
| B.V.Sc. & A.H. | Physics, Chemistry, Biology | 45% | 40% | Agriculture (AP) |
| B.Sc. Nursing | Physics, Chemistry, Biology | 45% | 40% | Agriculture (AP) |
| B.F.Sc. | Physics, Chemistry, Biology | 45% | 40% | Agriculture (AP) |
Popular Course Categories Explained
Engineering (B.E./B.Tech) Programs
The Engineering stream remains the most sought-after category, with over 175 engineering colleges across Telangana offering approximately 1.3 lakh B.Tech seats . The TS EAPCET 2026 Engineering exam will be conducted from May 9 to 11, 2026 .
The Engineering question paper consists of 160 objective-type questions: 80 from Mathematics, 40 from Physics, and 40 from Chemistry. Each correct answer carries 1 mark, with no negative marking . The exam duration is 3 hours .
Popular Engineering Branches with Sub-Codes:
| Main Branch | Specializations Available | Sub-Codes |
| Computer Science & Engineering | CSE – General, CSE – AI & ML, CSE – Data Science, CSE – Cyber Security, CSE – IoT, CSE – Networks | CSE, AIML, DS, CS, IOT, NET |
| Electronics & Communication | ECE – General, ECE – VLSI Design, ECE – Embedded Systems, ECE – Signal Processing | ECE, VLSI, EMB, SIG |
| Mechanical Engineering | Mechanical – General, Mechanical – Design, Mechanical – Manufacturing, Mechanical – Thermal | MEC, DES, MAN, THE |
| Civil Engineering | Civil – General, Civil – Structural, Civil – Environmental, Civil – Transportation | CIV, STR, ENV, TRA |
Agriculture & Allied Sciences
The Agriculture stream offers diverse career opportunities in farming, research, agribusiness, and food processing. The TS EAPCET 2026 Agriculture exam will be conducted on May 4 and 5, 2026 .
The Agriculture question paper consists of 160 objective-type questions: 80 from Biology (Botany – 40, Zoology – 40), 40 from Physics, and 40 from Chemistry .
Pharmacy Programs
Pharmacy courses through TS EAPCET include:
- B.Pharmacy (Bachelor of Pharmacy): 4-year program leading to roles in pharmaceutical industry, hospitals, research, and regulatory affairs.
- Pharm.D (Doctor of Pharmacy): 6-year integrated program (5 years academic + 1 year internship) for clinical pharmacy practice.
Age Requirements:
- B.Pharmacy: Minimum 16 years of age
- B.V.Sc. & AH / Agriculture programs: Minimum 17 years, maximum 22 years (25 years for SC/ST)
TS EAPCET Exam Pattern 2026 at a Glance
Understanding Official Branch Codes
Branch codes are essential during the counselling process when candidates fill their web options. Each combination of college and branch has a unique code. Here’s how to interpret them:
Code Structure for TS EAPCET Counselling
- First 3 digits: College code (e.g., CBIT = 101, VNR = 202)
- Next 2-3 digits: Branch code (e.g., CSE = 01, ECE = 02)
- Example: 10101 = CBIT + CSE
Commonly Used Branch Codes:
| Branch Code | Branch Name |
| 01 | Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) |
| 02 | Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) |
| 03 | Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE) |
| 04 | Mechanical Engineering (MEC) |
| 05 | Civil Engineering (CIV) |
| 06 | Information Technology (IT) |
| 07 | Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (AIML) |
| 08 | Data Science (DS) |
| 09 | Computer Science & Business Systems (CSBS) |
| 10 | Cyber Security (CS) |
| 11 | Electronics & Computer Engineering (ECE) |
| 12 | Agricultural Engineering (AG) |
Course Availability by College Type
Government/University Colleges
These institutions offer the most affordable fees and have the highest cut-off ranks:
- OUCE Hyderabad: All major Engineering branches, Agriculture, B.Pharmacy
- JNTUH Hyderabad: Comprehensive Engineering branches, B.Pharmacy
- PJTSAU Hyderabad: Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Veterinary
- University Colleges in Warangal, Nizamabad, Karimnagar: Core Engineering branches
Private Engineering Colleges
Top private colleges offer additional emerging technology branches:
- CBIT, Vasavi, VNR VJIET: CSE, AIML, DS, Cybersecurity, CSBS
- CVR, MGIT, GRIET: All major branches with specialization options
- BVRIT, Sreenidhi: Strong placement records in CSE and IT branches
Agriculture & Veterinary Colleges
These specialized institutions have dedicated campuses:
- Agriculture College, Warangal: B.Sc. Agriculture
- Veterinary College, Hyderabad: B.V.Sc. & A.H.
- Fisheries College, Hyderabad: B.F.Sc.
Seat Matrix Overview (Approximate)
| Course Category | Total Seats (Approx.) | Government Seats | Private Seats |
| B.E./B.Tech | 1,30,000 | 15,000 | 1,15,000 |
| B.Pharmacy | 25,000 | 3,000 | 22,000 |
| B.Sc. Agriculture | 3,500 | 2,000 | 1,500 |
| B.V.Sc. & A.H. | 300 | 300 | – |
| B.Sc. Nursing | 5,000 | 500 | 4,500 |
Note: Seat matrix may vary based on AICTE approvals and government notifications for the academic year 2026-27. Check official website for final numbers.
Final Advice for Candidates
- Know Your Branch Code: During web options entry, accurate branch codes are crucial. Prepare your option list with correct codes beforehand.
- Choose Wisely: Engineering offers the widest range of branches, while Agriculture and Pharmacy have more specialized career paths.
- Consider Emerging Fields: AIML, Data Science, and Cybersecurity branches are growing rapidly with excellent placement prospects.
- Don’t Ignore Core Branches: Mechanical, Civil, and ECE continue to have strong demand in traditional manufacturing, infrastructure, and electronics sectors.
- Check College-Specific Codes: Branch codes may vary slightly between colleges. Always refer to the official option entry form during counselling for exact codes.
The official TS EAPCET website eapcet.tgche.ac.in provides the most current information on counselling schedules, seat availability, and branch codes .
Best of luck with your TS EAPCET 2026 counselling and admission process