Welcome to Sarkari Naukri. The official notification for TS PGECET 2026 Counselling Registration Begins has been announced. Below you will find comprehensive coverage of the eligibility criteria, important dates, vacancy details, and direct official application channels.
Direct Link to Register TS PGECET 2026 Counselling 2026
TS PGECET 2026 Counselling – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE) |
| Counselling For | TS PGECET 2026 (M.E./M.Tech./M.Arch./M.Pharmacy/Pharm.D) |
| Official Website | pgecetadm.tgche.ac.in |
| Phase 1 Registration Start Date | July 2, 2026 |
| Phase 1 Registration Last Date | July 9, 2026 |
| Eligible Candidates | TS PGECET 2026 qualifiers and GATE (2024/2025/2026) qualifiers |
| Registration Fee | ₹1,200 (General/BC/EWS); ₹600 (SC/ST) |
| Web Options Window | July 13 – 15, 2026 |
| Provisional Seat Allotment Date | July 19, 2026 |
| College Reporting Window | July 20 – 24, 2026 |
TS PGECET 2026 Counselling: Key Dates
This section covers the complete Phase 1 schedule from registration to college reporting so candidates can plan each step without missing a deadline.
| Counselling Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Phase 1 registration begins | July 2, 2026 |
| Last date for registration | July 9, 2026 |
| Certificate upload / document verification | July 8 – 9, 2026 |
| List of verified candidates released | July 12, 2026 |
| Web options (choice filling) | July 13 – 15, 2026 |
| One-time option edit facility | July 16, 2026 |
| Provisional seat allotment result | July 19, 2026 |
| Reporting to allotted college with documents | July 20 – 24, 2026 |
Note: M.Pharmacy and Pharm.D (P.B.) programme registrations are scheduled separately, from July 26 to July 31, 2026.
Candidates should keep checking the official website regularly, as TGCHE may revise these dates.
Who Can Apply for TS PGECET 2026 Counselling?
Before registering, candidates should confirm their eligibility. This section explains exactly who qualifies for the Phase 1 counselling round.
- Candidates who have qualified TS PGECET 2026 for engineering, pharmacy, or architecture courses.
- GATE-qualified candidates (2024, 2025, or 2026 scores) are also eligible for M.Tech admissions in Telangana colleges.
- Candidates must meet the minimum qualifying marks 30 out of 120 for general category candidates. There is no minimum qualifying mark for SC/ST candidates.
- Applicants must fulfil the prescribed educational qualification and domicile requirements for the course applied to.
Both TS PGECET and GATE qualifiers compete together in the same merit list for engineering seats, so it is important to check the relevant rank card before applying.
How to Apply for TS PGECET 2026 Phase 1 Counselling
Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of the registration process so applicants know exactly what to do on the counselling portal.
- Visit the official website: pgecetadm.tgche.ac.in
- Click on the Phase 1 candidate registration link.
- Enter your TS PGECET/GATE hall ticket number and rank details.
- Provide your email address and mobile number as required for registration.
- Fill in personal, academic, and contact details in the application form.
- Pay the non-refundable counselling registration fee online.
- Upload scanned copies of the required certificates for verification.
- Submit the form and save the acknowledgement slip for future reference.
Candidates can either complete registration on their own or visit a designated help centre for assistance.
TS PGECET 2026 Counselling Registration Fee
Fee details often confuse first-time applicants this section lists the exact amount payable by category.
| Category | Registration Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OC / BC / EWS | ₹1,200 |
| SC / ST | ₹600 |
The fee is non-refundable and must be paid online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI in favour of the Secretary, TGCHE. If a candidate participates in Phase 2 as well, the fee has to be paid again it does not carry forward from Phase 1.
Documents Required for TS PGECET 2026 Counselling
Uploading the correct documents is essential to avoid rejection at the verification stage. This section lists the documents candidates should keep ready.
- TG PGECET 2026 Rank Card (downloaded from pgecet.tgche.ac.in)
- TS PGECET/GATE hall ticket
- Qualifying degree marks memos and provisional/original certificate
- Study certificates (for local/non-local status verification)
- Category/caste certificate (if applicable)
- Income certificate (for reserved category/EWS candidates, if applicable)
- Employer certificate (for children of government/PSU/university employees, where applicable)
- Aadhaar card and recent passport-size photographs
Special category candidates may need to report physically at TS PGECET 2026 help centres for document verification as per the notified schedule, in addition to online upload.
TS PGECET 2026 Counselling Process: Step-by-Step
This section explains the full counselling journey after registration, so candidates understand what happens at each stage before final admission.
- Registration and Fee Payment – Register online and pay the counselling fee.
- Document Verification – Upload certificates for scrutiny; special categories may need physical verification.
- Web Option Entry – Select preferred colleges and courses in order of priority.
- One-Time Edit – A single opportunity to revise submitted web options.
- Seat Allotment – Seats are allotted based on rank, category, local/non-local status, and preferences entered.
- Reporting to College – Selected candidates report to the allotted institute with original documents for admission confirmation.
TS PGECET 2026 Seat Allotment: How It Works
Understanding how seats are allocated helps candidates set realistic expectations. This section explains the allotment priority and local quota rules.
- Seat allotment priority generally follows: GATE/GPAT-qualified candidates first (ranked by score), followed by TG PGECET 2026 rank holders, within each category.
- 85% of convener-quota seats in each course are reserved for local candidates those who studied in Telangana for at least four consecutive years immediately before the qualifying exam.
- The remaining 15% of seats are open to non-local candidates.
- Reservation categories (OC, BC, SC, ST, EWS) apply within both local and non-local shares.
- The provisional seat allotment result will be announced on July 19, 2026.
Candidates allotted a seat must download the provisional allotment letter using their login credentials on pgecetadm.tgche.ac.in.
Reporting to the Allotted College
This final stage confirms the candidate’s admission here’s what is required at this step.
- Report to the allotted college between July 20 and July 24, 2026.
- Carry all original documents along with two sets of self-attested photocopies.
- Pay the applicable seat acceptance/tuition fee at the college, as per the institution’s payment mode.
- Missing the reporting deadline leads to forfeiture of the allotted seat, which is then reallocated in the next phase. No individual extensions are granted.
Who Should Participate in TS PGECET Phase 2 Counselling?
Some candidates may not need to worry if they miss Phase 1. This section clarifies who is eligible for the next round.
- Candidates who secured a seat in Phase 1 but wish to transfer to a different college.
- Candidates who participated in Phase 1 but did not get a seat.
- Candidates who were allotted a seat in Phase 1 but cancelled their admission.
- GATE/GPAT-qualified candidates who did not register in Phase 1 can still join Phase 2.
