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TS PGECET Phase 1 Counselling 2026 Schedule Released; Registration Begins on July 2
The Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE) has announced the TS PGECET Phase 1 Counselling 2026 Schedule for admissions to postgraduate engineering, technology, architecture, and pharmacy programmes across participating institutions in Telangana.
Candidates who qualified in the Telangana State Post Graduate Engineering Common Entrance Test (TS PGECET) 2026 can participate in the counselling process through the official admission portal.
According to the schedule, the Phase 1 registration process will commence on July 2, 2026, and continue until July 9, 2026. The counselling process includes registration, fee payment, certificate verification, web option entry, seat allotment, and reporting to allotted colleges.
TS PGECET Counselling 2026 Begins for PG Admissions
The counselling process is being conducted for admission to various postgraduate programmes, including M.Tech, M.E., M.Pharmacy, Pharm.D (Post Baccalaureate), and other professional courses offered by universities and affiliated colleges in Telangana.
Candidates who have qualified in TS PGECET 2026 are eligible to participate. Additionally, GATE-qualified candidates seeking admission to engineering programmes can also take part in the counselling process.
TS PGECET 2026 Phase 1 Counselling Schedule
| Event | Date |
| Registration Begins | July 2, 2026 |
| Last Date for Registration | July 9, 2026 |
| Uploading Certificates | July 8 to 9, 2026 |
| Physical Verification of Special Category Certificates | July 8 to 9, 2026 |
| Display of Verified Candidates List | July 12, 2026 |
| Web Option Entry | July 13 to 15, 2026 |
| Editing of Web Options | July 16, 2026 |
| Provisional Seat Allotment Result | July 19, 2026 |
| Reporting and Document Verification | July 20 to 24, 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria for TS PGECET Counselling 2026
Candidates must satisfy the following eligibility requirements:
For Engineering Courses
- Must have qualified TS PGECET 2026 or GATE.
- Should possess a relevant Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognized institution.
- Must satisfy the minimum qualifying marks prescribed by TGCHE.
For Pharmacy Courses
- Must qualify TS PGECET 2026.
- Should possess a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharmacy) or equivalent qualification.
- Must meet the academic requirements specified by the counselling authority.
General Requirements
- Candidate should be an Indian citizen.
- Must satisfy local/non-local status requirements as prescribed by Telangana admission rules.
- Must fulfill course-specific eligibility conditions.
How to Participate in TS PGECET Counselling 2026?
Candidates can follow these steps to complete the counselling process:
Step 1: Registration
Visit the official counselling portal and complete online registration.
Step 2: Fee Payment
Pay the prescribed counselling processing fee through online mode.
Step 3: Certificate Upload and Verification
Upload all required documents and attend verification if applicable.
Step 4: Web Option Entry
Select preferred colleges and courses based on rank and eligibility.
Step 5: Option Editing
Candidates can modify or rearrange their choices on July 16.
Step 6: Seat Allotment
Check the provisional allotment result on July 19.
Step 7: Reporting
Report to the allotted institution and complete admission formalities between July 20 and July 24.
Documents Required for Counselling
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
- TS PGECET 2026 Rank Card
- TS PGECET Hall Ticket
- Degree Mark Sheets and Certificates
- Transfer Certificate (TC)
- Aadhaar Card
- Study Certificates
- Income Certificate (if applicable)
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- GATE Scorecard (for GATE-qualified candidates)
- Passport-size Photographs
Importance of Web Option Entry
The web option entry stage plays a crucial role in the counselling process. Candidates should carefully prioritize colleges and courses according to their preferences, career goals, rank, and eligibility. Since seat allotment is based on merit, reservation, and option preferences, selecting choices wisely can improve admission prospects.
Conclusion
The release of the TS PGECET Phase 1 Counselling Schedule 2026 marks the beginning of the postgraduate admission process in Telangana. With registration opening on July 2, eligible TS PGECET and GATE-qualified candidates should prepare their documents and complete all counselling formalities within the prescribed deadlines. The first phase seat allotment result is scheduled for July 19, 2026, making the coming weeks crucial for aspirants seeking admission to postgraduate engineering and pharmacy programmes across the state.
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