TG EAPCET (Formerly TS EAMCET) 2026 Counselling Process, Dates & Seat Allotment at manabadi.co.in

TG EAPCET 2026 Phase 1 Counselling registration begins on June 19, 2026. Candidates who qualified in the entrance examination can complete the online registration process, including filling in basic details, paying the processing fee, and booking slots for certificate verification, from June 19 to June 28, 2026 through the official counselling portal. The counselling process facilitates admissions into more than 250 participating colleges across Telangana offering Engineering, Agriculture, and Pharmacy programmes.

After completing the registration and slot booking process, candidates must attend certificate verification at their allotted Help Line Centres with all the required original documents. As per the schedule, certificate verification for slot-booked candidates will be conducted from June 22 to June 29, 2026. After certificate verification, candidates will be eligible to exercise their web options from June 25 to July 1, 2026, enabling them to select their preferred colleges and courses.

The web option entry process will end on July 1, 2026. A mock seat allotment is expected to be released on or before July 4, 2026, allowing candidates to assess their likely seat allotment status. Based on the mock allotment, candidates will have an opportunity to modify their web options from July 5 to July 7, 2026, after which the options will be frozen for final seat allocation.

The TG EAPCET 2026 Phase 1 Seat Allotment Result is scheduled to be announced on or before July 10, 2026. Candidates allotted seats must complete tuition fee payment and self-reporting through the website between July 10 and July 14, 2026.

With lakhs of students searching for the latest counselling updates, Manabadi.co.in continues to provide timely information on registration, certificate verification, web option entry, seat allotment results, rank-wise college predictions, and cutoff details for TG EAPCET 2026.

Payment of Processing Fee for TG EAPCET 2026 Counselling

Step 1: Visit the official counselling website tgeapcet.nic.in (for MPC/Engineering stream) or tgeapcetb.nic.in (for BiPC/Agriculture and Pharmacy stream).

Step 2: Click on the “Payment of Processing Fee” link available on the homepage.

Step 3: Register by entering the following details:

• Registration Number provided on the TG EAPCET 2026 Hall Ticket.
• Date of Birth as mentioned in the SSC/Class 10 Marks Memo.
• Hall Ticket Number of the Intermediate (Class 12) or equivalent examination.

Verify the entered details and proceed to pay the prescribed counselling processing fee through the online payment gateway. After successful payment, candidates can continue with slot booking for certificate verification at their preferred Help Line Centre (HLC).

Step 4: After entering the registration details, the Basic Information Form will be displayed. Candidates are required to provide the following information:

• Aadhaar Number
• Mobile Number (Note: Once registered, the mobile number cannot be changed.)
• Email ID
• Caste Certificate Application Number (if applicable)
• Income Certificate Application Number (if applicable)
• EWS Certificate Application Number issued through MeeSeva (if applicable)

Candidates are advised to verify all the details carefully before proceeding further, as the information submitted during registration will be used throughout the TG EAPCET 2026 counselling process.

Step 5: After updating the required information, candidates must pay the TG EAPCET 2026 Counselling Processing Fee through online mode. The category-wise fee structure is as follows:

Payment Modes Available:

• Credit Card
• Debit Card
• Net Banking
• T-Wallet

Upon successful payment, candidates can proceed with slot booking for certificate verification by selecting their preferred Help Line Centre (HLC), date, and time.

SLOT BOOKING FOR CERTIFICATE VERIFICATION:

• All categories (OC/EWS/BC/SC/ST/MINORITY) candidates, Book your Slot (Selection of Help Line Center, Date & Time) to attend Certificate Verification at your nearest or convenient Help Line Center (HLC) mentioned in Annexure-I within the scheduled dates and attend for the Certificate Verification accordingly. Without payment of Processing Fee and Slot Booking, the candidate is not permitted to attend for Certificate Verification. The candidate shall be permitted to attend for Certificate Verification only at the Help Line Center (HLC) on the date and time of slot booked by the candidate.
• Special category candidates i.e., National Cadet Corps (NCC)/ Physically Challenged(PHC)/Children of Armed Forces Personnel (CAP)/ Sports (SG) / Anglo- Indian (ANG) need to book Slot duly selecting the Help Line Center of GOVERNMENT POLYTECHNIC, MASABTANK, HYDERABAD to attend for Certificate Verification for given date and time slots as mentioned in Annexure-I, other certificates of these candidate will also be verified on the dates mentioned along with Special Reservation category Certificates.

ECONOMICALLY WEAKER SECTIONS (EWS) RESERVATION:

• As per the guidelines issued in G.O.Ms.No. 244 General Administration (SER.D) Department, dated: 24-08-2021, 10% reservation to the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) in respect of Admissions into Educational Institutions shall apply. The benefit of reservation under EWS can be availed upon production of Income and Asset Certificate for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) issued by a Tahsildar valid for the year 2026-27.

Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) Reservation Application Form – TG EAPCET 2026 Counselling

ST RESERVATIONS:

• As per the guidelines issued in G.O.Ms.No 33 Tribal Welfare Department dated 30-09-2022, 10% reservations for Scheduled Tribes in Educational Institutions shall apply.

PH RESERVATIONS:

As per the guidelines issued in G.O.Ms.No 2 Higher Education (TE) Department dated 28-01-2025, 5% reservations for PH Candidates.

SC GROUPING RESERVATIONS:

• As per the guidelines issued in G.O.Ms.No. 10, Scheduled Castes Development (POA.A2) Department, dated April 14, 2025, the Telangana Scheduled Castes (Rationalization of Reservations) Rules, 2025 shall apply to all admissions in educational institutions for the academic year 2026-27 and subsequent years.

TG EAPCET 2026 Certificate Verification Process

The presence of the candidate is mandatory for certificate verification. Candidates must report to the allotted Help Line Centre (HLC) strictly according to the date and time selected during slot booking.

Candidates should carry all original certificates along with two sets of photocopies of the following documents:

• TG EAPCET 2026 Rank Card
• TG EAPCET 2026 Hall Ticket
• Aadhaar Card
• SSC or equivalent Marks Memo
• Intermediate or equivalent Memo-Cum-Pass Certificate
• Study Certificates from Class VI to Intermediate (or equivalent)
• Transfer Certificate (TC)
• Income Certificate issued on or after January 1, 2026, by the competent authority (if applicable)
• EWS Income and Asset Certificate issued by the Tahsildar and valid for the academic year 2026-27 (if applicable)
• Caste Certificate issued by the competent authority (if applicable)
• Residence Certificate showing seven years of residence preceding the qualifying examination, in cases where the candidate has no institutionalized education

Documents Required for Non-Local Candidates

Candidates seeking consideration under the Unreserved Quota must submit any one of the following:

• Residence Certificate issued through MeeSeva, showing that the candidate or either parent has resided in Telangana for a total period of 10 years, excluding periods of study or employment outside the state.

(OR)

• Employer Certificate showing that either parent is employed under the State Government, Central Government, Public Sector Undertakings, Local Bodies, Universities, or other quasi-public institutions within Telangana.

(OR)

• Employer Certificate of Spouse for candidates whose spouse is employed under the State or Central Government, Public Sector Corporations, Local Bodies, Universities, educational institutions, or other recognized quasi-government institutions within Telangana.

Documents Required for Minority Candidates

Minority candidates should produce any one of the following:

• SSC Transfer Certificate (TC) containing the minority status, or
• A certificate issued by the Head Master, or
• A certificate issued by the competent authority as per G.O.Rt. No. 323, Revenue (Services-II) Department, dated September 16, 2023.

Certificates to be Produced by PHC / CAP / NCC / Sports (SG) / Anglo-Indian (ANG) Candidates

Candidates belonging to PHC, CAP, NCC, Sports (SG), and Anglo-Indian (ANG) categories must produce all original certificates along with three sets of Xerox copies of the following documents during verification.

1. PHC (Physically Challenged) Category

• Certificate issued by the District Medical Board confirming the nature and percentage of disability.
• Eligibility: Candidates must have 40% and above disability, as specified in G.O.Ms.No. 2, Higher Education (TE) Department, dated 28-01-2025.

2. CAP (Children of Armed Forces Personnel) – 2% Reservation

This category includes children of Ex-Servicemen, Defence Personnel, CRPF, and BSF personnel who are domiciled in Telangana State based on their permanent address/home town recorded at the time of joining service.

Required Certificates:

a) Ex-Servicemen:

• CAP Certificate issued by the Regional Sainik Welfare Officer as per Appendix–A.
• Supporting documents proving permanent address/home town declared at the time of joining service (as recorded in Service Register).
• Additional documents such as Records Office Certificate, educational certificates, etc.

b) Serving Defence Personnel (including CRPF & BSF):

• CAP Certificate issued by the Unit Commanding Officer (rank not less than Colonel or equivalent in Navy/Air Force; Commandant level in CRPF/BSF) as per Appendix–B.
• Attested copy of Service Register showing permanent address/home town.
• Supporting educational certificates of the serving personnel.

c) Retired CRPF/BSF Personnel:

• CAP Certificate issued by the competent authority as per Appendix–A.
• Supporting documents verifying permanent address/home town as recorded in service records.
• Records Office Certificate and educational certificates of the personnel.

3. NCC (National Cadet Corps) Category

• Certificates issued by competent NCC authorities confirming participation and achievements.

4. Sports (SG) Category

• Sports achievement certificates/testimonials.
• Form I, II, III, and IV duly certified/attested by the concerned State Sports Associations recognized by the Sports Authority of Telangana (SATG).
• Certificates must align with the classification of championships as per G.O.Ms.No. 02, Youth Advancement, Tourism & Culture (Sports) Department, dated 22-09-2020.

5. Anglo-Indian (ANG) Category

• Anglo-Indian certificate issued by the Tahsildar of the candidate’s place of residence.

PROCEDURE FOR EXERCISING OPTIONS:

• Candidates should visit the official website: https://tgeapcet.nic.in
• Download the list of available colleges, branches, and districts from the website for reference.
• Take a printout of the Manual Option Entry Form available on the website.
• Carefully consult parents, guardians, or knowledgeable persons and prepare the Manual Option Entry Form in advance by noting:
  • Institution Code
  • Branch Code
  • District Code
  This step is highly recommended to avoid errors and to save time during online entry.
• Candidates can exercise their options either from:
  • Home (using personal internet connection), or
  • Authorized Internet Centres
• If options are exercised from an Internet Centre, candidates must ensure they properly logout after saving the options. This is to prevent misuse of login credentials by any third party.
• Candidates must generate a secure Password by clicking on the Candidate Registration link available on the website.
• Candidates are strictly instructed not to share their password with anyone under any circumstances.
• After successful password generation, candidates should log in through the Candidates Login link and enter the OTP received on the registered mobile number for authentication.
• Using the prepared Manual Option Entry Form, candidates must carefully enter their options on the website.
• Candidates are strongly advised to exercise options in order of priority preference, as allotment will be strictly based on the order of options entered.
• Candidates are advised to enter as many options as possible to increase the chances of securing a seat in the desired college/branch.
• Options can be:
  • Modified
  • Edited
  • Reordered
• any number of times within the scheduled dates.
• After final submission, candidates must take a printout of the saved options for future reference and verification. 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.

MOCK SEAT ALLOCATION:

• The purpose of Mock Seat Allocation is to help candidates estimate their probable seat allotment based on rank, gender, category, local area status, and options exercised. The Display of Mock Seat Allocation will be made on or before July 4, 2026. Mock Seat Allocation helps candidates understand their chances of getting a seat in different colleges and branches. It provides an opportunity for candidates to review their options after viewing the mock result. Modification of Options (if required) can be done during the scheduled period. The modification window is from July 5 to July 7, 2026. During this period, candidates can:
• Add new options
• Delete existing options
• Rearrange the order of options
• If candidates do not modify their options within the given dates, the options exercised for Mock Allotment will be treated as final. These final options will be considered for the First Phase of Seat Allotment. options will be treated as final.
• These final options will be considered for the First Phase of Seat Allotment.

ALLOTMENT OF SEATS (TG EAPCET 2026)

The Provisional Allotment of Seats for First Phase will be released as per the prescribed schedule and will be made available for candidates to check their allotment status through the candidate login portal.

The Provisional Allotment of Seats for First Phase will be released on or before July 10, 2026.

Candidates can check their allotment status using their login credentials and download the allotment details for further admission process.

How to Download the Provisional Allotment Order

Candidates can download their Provisional Seat Allotment Order by following the steps given below:

• Visit the official website: https://tgeapcet.nic.in
• Click on the Candidate Login section
• Enter the following login details:
  • ROC Form Number (Registration / Record of Candidate Form Number)
  • TG EAPCET 2026 Hall Ticket Number
  • Password (created during counselling registration)
  • Date of Birth
• After entering all the required details, click on Login
• The Provisional Allotment Order will be displayed on the screen
• Download and take a printout for future reference

Payment and Self-Reporting Process

Schedule: July 10 to July 14, 2026

For candidates with Tuition Fee mentioned on the allotment order:

Candidates must pay the Tuition Fee mentioned in the Provisional Allotment Order through online mode (Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking) within the prescribed time. After payment, candidates must complete self-reporting through the online system in the candidate’s login and obtain the Admission Number to confirm the provisionally allotted seat. A printout of the confirmation must be taken for future reference.

For candidates with Zero Tuition Fee mentioned on the allotment order:

Candidates with Zero Tuition Fee in the Provisional Allotment Order are required to complete self-reporting within the prescribed time through the online system in the candidate’s login and obtain the Admission Number to confirm the provisionally allotted seat. A printout of the confirmation must be taken for future reference.

Minimum Payment Requirement

All candidates have to pay a minimum amount along with the Tuition Fee where the Tuition Fee to be paid by the candidate is less than the specified amounts:

Refund Policy: The same amount will be returned to candidates who report at the allotted college after the final phase. If the candidate does not report at the allotted college, the amount will be forfeited .

Important Payment Guidelines

• 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 online into the same Bank Account from which the payment was made

Physical Reporting to College

The candidate has to physically report at the allotted college after the Second Phase allotment. This is mandatory. Candidates must hand over a set of Xerox copies of the certificates and the Original Transfer Certificate (T.C.) and obtain an acknowledgement from the college.

Automatic Cancellation of Seat

If the candidate does not pay the prescribed Tuition Fee within the schedule mentioned, the provisionally allotted seat automatically stands cancelled, and he/she shall not have any claim on the provisionally allotted seat.

Additional Instructions

• Follow the further instructions printed on the Provisional Allotment Order
• The candidate, at the time of self-reporting, shall give an undertaking online that he/she will relinquish the admission through Degree Online Services Telangana (DOST), if any

Subsequent Phases and Fee Adjustment

After the first phase, if the candidate cancels admission online after payment of Tuition Fee and exercises options in subsequent phases (if any), the Tuition Fee paid earlier shall be considered for subsequent allotment of seats.

SECOND PHASE (TG EAPCET 2026)

The Second Phase of TG EAPCET 2026 Counselling provides an opportunity for eligible candidates who have not attended the counselling process earlier to participate by completing certificate verification and exercising web options. Candidates who had already participated in the First Phase Counselling can also take part in the second phase using their existing Login ID and Password to compete for the leftover seats and consequential vacancies that may arise during the allotment process. Candidates are advised to exercise options only for those colleges and courses in which they are genuinely interested, assuming that vacancies may become available in their preferred branches.

For candidates who did not attend the First Phase, online filing of basic information, payment of processing fee, and slot booking for the selection of Help Line Centre, date, and time for certificate verification will be conducted on July 17, 2026. Candidates who have already booked slots for the Second Phase can attend certificate verification on July 18, 2026.

After the completion of certificate verification, candidates can exercise their web options from July 18 to July 19, 2026. It is mandatory for all candidates participating in the Second Phase to exercise options afresh, as the options exercised during the First Phase will not be considered for the Second Phase seat allotment. Therefore, candidates are advised to carefully re-enter their preferences in the order of priority to improve their chances of securing a seat in their desired college and course.

Who Can Exercise Options in the Second Phase?

The following categories of candidates are eligible to participate in the Second Phase of TG EAPCET 2026 Counselling and exercise web options:

• Candidates who have secured a seat in the First Phase but are not interested in joining the allotted college/course are eligible to participate in the Second Phase.
• Candidates who have not secured any seat so far but have already completed certificate verification are eligible to exercise options.
• Candidates who got their certificates verified but have not exercised web options in the First Phase can participate in the Second Phase.
• Candidates who have secured a seat, completed self-reporting, and are aspiring for a better option are also eligible to participate.
• NCC and Sports category candidates whose certificates were submitted and verified during the First Phase are eligible to exercise options in the Second Phase. Such candidates are required to exercise options in both the Second and Final Phases.
• Any other eligible candidates, as per the counselling guidelines, may also participate in the Second Phase of counselling.

Important Notes for Second Phase

1. Fresh Options Required: Options given in the First Phase will not be considered for allotment in the Second Phase. Candidates have to exercise options afresh in the Second Phase .
2. Satisfied Candidates Need Not Re-exercise: Candidates who are satisfied with their previous allotment and have paid the Tuition Fee online and self-reported through the website need not exercise options once again. However, they have to report in person at the allotted college after the Final Phase; otherwise, their allotted seat stands cancelled.
3. No Claim on Previous Allotment: Candidates shall note that if they exercise options in the Second Phase and a seat is allotted as per the new options, the vacated seat will be allotted to the next meritorious candidate. Hence, they will have no claim on their previous allotment.

Registration, Processing Fee Payment and Slot Booking

Candidates who did not participate in the First Phase of TG EAPCET 2026 counselling will be given an opportunity to take part in the Second Phase. Such candidates are required to complete the online filing of basic information, payment of processing fee, and slot booking for certificate verification on July 17, 2026.

During this process, candidates must first enter their basic details and pay the prescribed processing fee. After successful fee payment, they need to select a Help Line Centre (HLC) along with the preferred date and time for certificate verification. Slot booking is mandatory, and candidates are advised to choose a convenient Help Line Centre and attend certificate verification as per the allotted schedule.

Candidates should keep all original certificates and required documents ready before attending the Help Line Centre. Only after successful certificate verification will they become eligible to exercise web options and participate in the Second Phase seat allotment process.

Certificate Verification

Candidates who have already booked their slots for the Second Phase must attend certificate verification as per the scheduled date on July 18, 2026. During this process, the authorities will verify the original certificates and confirm the eligibility of candidates for admission. Only those candidates whose certificates are successfully verified will be permitted to exercise web options.

Exercising Web Options

After certificate verification, candidates can exercise web options from July 18 to July 19, 2026. It is mandatory for all candidates participating in the Second Phase to exercise options afresh, as the options exercised during the First Phase will not be considered.

While entering options, candidates are advised to arrange colleges and branches in the order of their preference. They should give higher priority to the courses and institutions they are genuinely interested in and enter as many options as possible to improve their chances of securing a seat. A combination of dream colleges, moderate choices, and safe options based on rank is recommended. Candidates may modify, add, delete, or rearrange their options any number of times before the deadline.

Freezing of Options

After finalizing the order of preferences, candidates should freeze their options on or before July 19, 2026. Freezing the options indicates that the candidate has completed the option entry process and is satisfied with the order of preferences. Since seat allotment is carried out strictly based on merit, reservation category, and the final order of options, candidates should carefully review all choices before freezing them.

Seat Allotment

The Provisional Seat Allotment for the Second Phase will be released on or before July 22, 2026. Seats will be allotted based on the candidate’s rank, category, local area status, and the options exercised. Candidates should download the allotment order and verify the details of the allotted college, branch, and tuition fee carefully.

The Provisional Second Phase allotment of seats will be placed on the official website https://tgeapcet.nic.in as per the counselling schedule announced by TSCHE.

How to Download the Provisional Allotment Order

To download the candidate’s Provisional Allotment Order, follow these steps:

1. Enter the ROC Form Number
2. Enter TG EAPCET 2026 Hall Ticket Number
3. Enter Password
4. Enter Date of Birth

Log in through the Candidate Login portal on https://tgeapcet.nic.in

Payment of Tuition Fee and Self-Reporting

Candidates who are allotted seats must complete the payment of tuition fee, if applicable, and self-report through the website between July 22 and July 24, 2026. Candidates whose allotment order indicates zero tuition fee are exempted from payment but must still complete self-reporting to confirm their admission. Upon successful self-reporting, an Admission Number will be generated, and candidates are advised to keep a printout of the acknowledgement for future reference.

• Pay the Tuition Fee mentioned in the Provisional Allotment Order through online mode (Net Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card) within the prescribed time
• Complete Self-Reporting through the website
• After Self-Reporting, an Admission Number will be generated. Take a printout for future referenc

Physical Reporting at the Allotted College

After completing self-reporting, candidates must physically report to the allotted college between July 25 and July 28, 2026. They should carry all original certificates, allotment order, self-reporting acknowledgement, and fee payment receipt. Failure to report to the college within the stipulated time may result in cancellation of the allotted seat.

Automatic Cancellation of Seat

Candidates who are allotted a seat in the Second Phase must pay the prescribed tuition fee and complete self-reporting within the scheduled period. If a candidate fails to pay the tuition fee within the stipulated dates, the provisionally allotted seat will automatically stand cancelled, and the candidate will have no claim whatsoever over that seat thereafter.

Candidates Satisfied with First Phase Allotment

Candidates who are satisfied with the seat allotted in the First Phase and have already paid the tuition fee online and completed self-reporting through the website are not required to exercise web options again in the Second Phase. Their previously allotted seat will continue to remain reserved for them.

However, such candidates are required to report physically to the allotted college after the completion of the Second Phase or Final Phase counselling. Candidates who fail to report to the allotted institution within the prescribed period will forfeit their admission, and the allotted seat will stand cancelled.

Cancellation of Admission

Candidates who wish to cancel their admission can do so on or before July 28, 2026, which is the last date for cancellation. After this date, requests for cancellation may not be entertained as per the counselling guidelines.

Updating of Joining Details by Colleges

After the completion of physical reporting by candidates, the respective colleges will update the joining details of admitted students on July 29, 2026. This process marks the completion of the Second Phase admission process and confirms the final status of admissions for the allotted candidates.

Important Restriction

Candidates who receive an allotment in the Second Phase and do not report at the allotted college are not permitted to exercise options in the Final Phase of Counselling.

Stay Updated

Candidates are advised to check the official website https://tgeapcet.nic.in periodically for updated information, including:

• Exact dates for Second Phase registration
• Certificate verification schedule
• Option entry windows
• Seat allotment results
• Physical reporting deadlines

FINAL PHASE (TG EAPCET 2026)

The Final Phase of TG EAPCET 2026 counselling provides the last opportunity for eligible candidates to secure admission into engineering, agriculture, and pharmacy courses. Candidates who have physically reported at their allotted college after the Second Phase are eligible to participate in the Final Phase by exercising fresh web options. However, candidates who have cancelled their seats in any of the earlier phases are not eligible to participate.

Candidates who wish to compete for a better college or branch must exercise options afresh, as the options exercised during the First and Second Phases will not be considered for Final Phase seat allotment. If a candidate secures a new allotment in the Final Phase, the earlier allotment automatically stands cancelled, and the candidate will have no claim over the previous seat.

Candidates who are satisfied with their existing allotment need not participate in the Final Phase. However, they must report physically at the allotted college after the completion of the Final Phase to confirm their admission. Failure to report within the stipulated period will result in cancellation of the allotted seat.

For candidates who did not attend the First Phase and Second Phase, online filing of basic information, payment of processing fee, and slot booking for certificate verification will be conducted on July 31, 2026. Certificate verification for already slot-booked candidates will be held on August 1, 2026.

After successful certificate verification, candidates can exercise web options from August 1 to August 2, 2026. It is mandatory for all candidates participating in the Final Phase to exercise options afresh, as earlier phase options will not be considered. Candidates are advised to carefully arrange their preferences in the order of priority to maximize their chances of securing a seat in their desired college and course.

Registration, Processing Fee Payment and Slot Booking

Candidates who did not participate in the First Phase and Second Phase of TG EAPCET 2026 counselling will get a final opportunity to participate in the admission process. Such candidates are required to complete the online filing of basic information, payment of processing fee, and slot booking for certificate verification on July 31, 2026. During slot booking, candidates should select a convenient Help Line Centre along with the date and time for certificate verification.

Certificate Verification

Candidates who have already booked their slots for the Final Phase must attend certificate verification on August 1, 2026. Only those candidates whose certificates are successfully verified will be eligible to exercise web options and participate in the Final Phase seat allotment process.

Exercising Web Options

Candidates can exercise web options from August 1 to August 2, 2026. It is mandatory for all candidates participating in the Final Phase to exercise options afresh, as the options exercised in the earlier phases will not be considered. Candidates are advised to arrange colleges and branches in the order of preference and enter as many options as possible to maximize their chances of securing a seat.

Candidates who physically reported at their allotted college after the Second Phase are eligible to exercise options in the Final Phase. However, candidates who cancelled their seats in earlier phases are not eligible to participate. If a candidate exercises options in the Final Phase and secures a new allotment, the previous allotment automatically stands cancelled, and the candidate will have no claim over the earlier seat.

Candidates who are satisfied with their existing allotment need not exercise options again. However, they must report physically at the allotted college after the completion of the Final Phase; otherwise, their allotted seat will stand cancelled.

Freezing of Options

Candidates should carefully review and finalize their options and freeze them on or before August 2, 2026. Since seat allotment is made strictly based on merit, reservation category, local area status, and the order of options exercised, candidates are advised to verify their choices before freezing them.

Seat Allotment

The Provisional Seat Allotment for the Final Phase will be released on or before August 5, 2026. Candidates can download their allotment order using their ROC Form Number, Hall Ticket Number, Password, and Date of Birth. The allotment order contains details regarding the allotted college, branch, and tuition fee payable.

Payment of Tuition Fee and Self-Reporting

Candidates who are allotted seats must pay the prescribed tuition fee, if applicable, and complete self-reporting through the website between August 5 and August 7, 2026. Candidates with zero tuition fee mentioned in the allotment order are exempted from payment but are still required to complete self-reporting to confirm their admission.

Reporting at the Allotted College

Candidates whose branch or college changes in the Final Phase must report physically at the newly allotted college between August 5 and August 7, 2026. They should carry all original certificates, allotment order, fee payment receipt, and self-reporting acknowledgement. Failure to report within the stipulated time will result in cancellation of the allotted seat.

Updating of Joining Details by Colleges

The respective colleges will update the joining details of admitted candidates on August 8, 2026, marking the completion of the Final Phase admission process.

Internal Sliding

After the completion of the Final Phase, the Convenor will conduct Centralized Internal Sliding for University and Private Unaided Engineering Colleges. Candidates who have reported after the Final Phase are eligible to participate. Through Internal Sliding, candidates can exercise options for other branches within the same college against the leftover vacancies. Candidates allotted seats through Internal Sliding are eligible for Tuition Fee Reimbursement. No cancellations or dropouts are permitted after Internal Sliding.

Centralized Internal Sliding by Convenor

Candidates who have already joined after the Final Phase are eligible for Internal Sliding, which allows them to shift to another branch within the same college based on merit and availability of seats. Candidates can exercise options for internal sliding from August 12 to August 13, 2026. Tuition Fee Reimbursement is applicable for eligible candidates who are allotted a new branch through internal sliding.

Freezing of Options

Candidates must freeze their options on or before August 13, 2026 after carefully verifying their branch preferences. Once frozen, no further changes will be allowed in internal sliding options.

Provisional Allotment

The provisional allotment under Internal Sliding will be released on or before August 15, 2026. Candidates should check the allotment result and download the new allotment order if a branch change is allotted.

Self-Reporting and Reporting at College

Candidates who receive a new branch through internal sliding must complete self-reporting through the website and report to the newly allotted branch within the same college between August 16 and August 17, 2026. Failure to report within the given time will lead to cancellation of the allotment.

Spot Admissions

Spot Admissions for private unaided engineering colleges will begin from August 16, 2026 for remaining vacancies after internal sliding. The list of vacancies will be displayed on the college notice board, and colleges will issue separate notifications regarding spot admission schedules. The exact dates for spot admissions will be announced by the respective colleges.

Spot admissions will be conducted based on merit, eligibility, and availability of seats as per college-level admission guidelines.

Step 1: Vacancy List

• Colleges display remaining seats on notice board

Step 2: Apply at College Level

• Candidates directly go to college
• Submit certificates + apply for available seats

Step 3: Merit-Based Selection

• Seats are given based on:
  • EAPCET rank (first preference)
  • Sometimes non-qualified candidates if seats remain

Step 4: Final Admission

• Pay fee directly to college
• Join immediately if selected

IMPORTANT POINTS

• Internal sliding = only branch change in same college
• Spot admission = last chance for leftover seats
• After final phase + sliding, no online counselling control remains fully centralized