Good news for students in Telangana aiming for higher education! The Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TSCHE) will soon announce the official schedule for the Telangana State Engineering, Agriculture and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test 2026 (TG EAPCET). This important state-level exam was previously known as TS EAMCET. It is for students who wish to pursue undergraduate degrees in Engineering , Agriculture , and Pharmacy courses at various colleges within Telangana.
The official notification, which will contain all the important details and exact dates, is expected to be released by January 2026 . Students who plan to take this entrance exam should regularly visit the official website, tgeapcet.nic.in , for the latest updates and announcements.
What is TG EAPCET?
TG EAPCET is an annual entrance examination conducted by Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU) Hyderabad. They do this on behalf of the TSCHE. The main goal of this exam is to select eligible students for admission into a wide range of undergraduate professional courses. These courses include Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Engineering, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) in Agriculture, and Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) programs offered by many government and private colleges across Telangana state.
Understanding the exam dates is important for planning your study schedule. The notification will provide full details about the application process, exam pattern, syllabus, and more. Candidates must check these details carefully once the full notification is out.
TG EAPCET 2026 Tentative Dates
Here are the likely dates for the TG EAPCET 2026 exam cycle. Please remember these are tentative and might change once the official notification comes out:
| Event | Tentative Dates |
| Notification Release | Late February 2026 |
| Registrations Start | Late February or Early March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (No Late Fee) | Early April 2026 |
| Correction Window | Mid-April 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Last week of April 2026 |
| Exam Dates | May 2 - 5, 2026 |
| Result Release | June 2026 |
Who Can Apply for TG EAPCET 2026?
To apply for the TG EAPCET 2026, students must meet certain eligibility requirements. These rules ensure that only qualified candidates take the exam. Primarily, you must be studying in or have passed your 12th standard (Intermediate) from a recognized board or institution.
- For students applying to Engineering courses, you must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) in your 12th standard.
- For students applying to Agriculture and Pharmacy courses, you must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) in your 12th standard.
The detailed eligibility criteria, including age limits and other conditions, will be available in the official notification. Make sure to read it carefully before applying.
Application Fee Details
When you fill out the online application form for TG EAPCET 2026, you will need to pay an application fee. This fee helps cover the costs of conducting the exam. The expected fees for a single stream application are:
- For General and Backward Classes (BC) candidates: INR 900
- For Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Physically Handicapped (PH) candidates: INR 500
If you wish to apply for both Engineering and Agriculture/Pharmacy streams, you might need to pay a higher combined fee. The exact fee structure will be confirmed in the official notification. Payments are usually made online through various methods like credit card, debit card, or net banking.
Next Steps for Students
Once the notification is released, the online registration process will begin. Students should prepare all necessary documents, like educational certificates and identification proofs, beforehand. The application process will involve filling an online form, uploading required documents, and paying the fee.
It is important for all interested students to stay alert and regularly check the official website, tgeapcet.nic.in . This will ensure you do not miss any deadlines for registration, admit card download, or exam dates. Preparing well according to the syllabus and exam pattern will help you perform your best in the TG EAPCET 2026.