JNTU Hyderabad & TGCHE
Complete guide to TG EAPCET including dates, syllabus, exam pattern, and admission process for Engineering, Agriculture & Pharmacy courses in Telangana.
The Telangana Engineering, Agriculture & Pharmacy (Veterinary etc.) Common Entrance Test-2026 (TG EAPCET-2026) is being conducted by Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad (JNTUH) on behalf of Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE). This examination is the prerequisite for admission into various professional courses offered in University / Private Colleges in the state of Telangana for the academic year 2026-2027.
TG EAPCET 2026 will be conducted in ONLINE mode (Computer Based Test) only across 16 test zones in Telangana. The exam opens doors to over 1,00,000 seats across 200+ engineering colleges, making it one of the most important entrance examinations for aspiring engineers, agriculturists, and pharmacists in Telangana.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification in News Papers | 14-02-2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 19-02-2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (No Late Fee) | 04-04-2026 |
| Edit Option for Submitted Application | 06-04-2026 to 08-04-2026 |
| Last Date with Late Fee (Rs. 250) | 10-04-2026 |
| Last Date with Late Fee (Rs. 500) | 15-04-2026 |
| Last Date with Late Fee (Rs. 2,500) | 20-04-2026 |
| Last Date with Late Fee (Rs. 5,000) | 24-04-2026 |
| Last Date with Late Fee (Rs. 10,000) | 02-05-2026 |
| Hall Ticket Download (Agriculture & Pharmacy) | 23-04-2026 onwards |
| Hall Ticket Download (Engineering) | 27-04-2026 onwards |
| Exam Dates (Agriculture & Pharmacy) | 04-05-2026 to 05-05-2026 |
| Exam Dates (Engineering) | 09-05-2026 to 11-05-2026 |
Note: Exam sessions are held in Forenoon (09:00 AM to 12:00 Noon) and Afternoon (03:00 PM to 06:00 PM). Candidates with late fee of Rs. 2,500/- and above will be allotted to Test Zone 4 (Hyderabad West).
SC/ST & PH Candidates (E or AP)
For reserved category candidates (single stream)
Rs. 500/-
Others (E or AP)
For General/OBC candidates (single stream)
Rs. 900/-
SC/ST & PH Candidates (Both E & AP)
For reserved category candidates (both streams)
Rs. 1,000/-
Others (Both E & AP)
For General/OBC candidates (both streams)
Rs. 1,800/-
Late Fee (Rs. 250)
If applying between 05-04-2026 to 10-04-2026
+Rs. 250
Late Fee (Rs. 500)
If applying between 11-04-2026 to 15-04-2026
+Rs. 500
Late Fee (Rs. 2,500)
If applying between 16-04-2026 to 20-04-2026
+Rs. 2,500
Late Fee (Rs. 5,000)
If applying between 21-04-2026 to 24-04-2026
+Rs. 5,000
Late Fee (Rs. 10,000)
If applying between 25-04-2026 to 02-05-2026
+Rs. 10,000
Note: Registration fee is non-refundable. Fee can be paid at TGOnline Centers in Telangana or online via Credit/Debit Card/Net Banking. Apply before deadline to avoid late fees.
Mode: CBT | Duration: 3 Hours | Marking: +1 for correct, No negative marking | Language: English, Telugu, Urdu
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics / Biology | 80 Questions | 80 Marks |
| Physics | 40 Questions | 40 Marks |
| Chemistry | 40 Questions | 40 Marks |
| Total | 160 Questions | 160 Marks |
Normalization: Since TG EAPCET is conducted in multiple sessions, a normalization process is applied to eliminate variations in difficulty levels across sessions. Ranks are allotted purely based on normalized marks.
TG EAPCET 2026 will be conducted across 16 test zones in Telangana. Hyderabad is divided into 4 zones for convenience. Choose your zone wisely during application - change requests will not be entertained later.
Hyderabad (I)
Aushapur, Abids, Boduppal, Cherlapally IDA, Ghatkesar, Keesara, Korremula, Moula Ali, Nacharam, Secunderabad, Uppal Depot
Hyderabad (II)
Dundigal, Maisammaguda, Medchal, Old Alwal
Hyderabad (III)
Hayath Nagar, Nagole, Ibrahimpatnam, Karmanghat, LB Nagar, Nadargul, Batasingaram, Ramoji Film City, Bandlaguda Jagir, Shamshabad
Hyderabad (IV)
Himayath Sagar, Moinabad, Gandipet, Hafeezpet, Bachupally, Kukatpally, Shaikpet
Nalgonda
Nalgonda
Kodad
Kodad, Suryapet
Khammam
Khammam
Bhadradri Kothagudem
Palvoncha, Sujathanagar
Sathupally
Sathupally
Karimnagar
Jagtial, Karimnagar, Huzurabad, Manthani
Siddipet
Siddipet, Gaiwel
Mahabubnagar
Mahabubnagar
Sangareddy
Narsapur, Sultanpur, Patancheru, Rudraram
Adilabad
Adilabad
Nizamabad
Armoor, Nizamabad
Warangal
Warangal, Hanamkonda, Hasanparthy, Narsampet
Note: The Convener reserves the right to add/delete test centres or allot candidates to any zone other than that opted. Only one application is permitted per candidate.
Follow these steps carefully to complete your TG EAPCET 2026 application successfully:
Pay the registration fee at TGOnline Centers in Telangana or through online using Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking. Keep the payment receipt for reference.
Visit official website eapcet.tgche.ac.in. Fill the online application form with personal details, academic qualifications, category, local/non-local status, and examination zone preference.
Upload scanned copies of: Recent passport-size photograph, candidate signature, and required certificates in the specified format and size.
Review all entered details carefully. Submit the application form and download/print the filled-in application for future reference. Note down your registration number.
Use the correction window (06-04-2026 to 08-04-2026) to update details if any corrections are required. Limited fields can be edited during this period.
Download hall ticket from 23-04-2026 (A&P) or 27-04-2026 (Engineering) onwards from the official website using your registration number.
Important instructions to follow on the examination day:
Carry original Hall Ticket (downloaded from website) and valid Photo ID proof (Aadhar Card/PAN Card/Passport/Driving License/Voter ID).
Report to the examination center at least 60 minutes before exam start time. Entry closes 30 minutes before exam.
Biometric attendance may be mandatory. Ensure hands are clean and dry.
Allowed items: Hall Ticket, ID proof, water bottle (transparent, without label). No electronic devices, calculators, watches, or study materials.
Rough work can be done on provided sheets. No paper from outside is allowed.
Computer-Based Test (CBT) - familiarize yourself with CBT interface through mock tests available on official website in English-Telugu and English-Urdu medium.
Follow all instructions given by exam officials and invigilators. Malpractice will lead to disqualification.
Warning: Use of unfair means, malpractice, or violation of exam rules will result in immediate cancellation of candidature and debarment from future exams.
JNTUH has released the official notification for TG EAPCET 2026. Online applications start from 19-02-2026. Check detailed information about dates, eligibility, and application process.
Candidates can now submit online applications for TG EAPCET 2026 through the official website eapcet.tgche.ac.in. Last date without late fee is 04-04-2026.
Access all official documents and resources for TG EAPCET 2026:
Paper Notification
Official gazette notification
Detailed Notification
Complete eligibility & exam details
Instruction Booklet (Engineering)
Engineering stream instructions & syllabus
Instruction Booklet (Agriculture & Pharmacy)
A&P stream instructions & syllabus
Mock Test
Practice CBT mock tests online
FAQs
Online Application & CBT FAQs
The TG EAPCET counselling process is conducted online by TGCHE. It involves the following steps:
Some of the top engineering colleges in Telangana accepting TG EAPCET scores include:
University College of Engineering
Location: Kukatpally | Type: Government
University College of Engineering
Location: Hyderabad | Type: Government
University College of Engineering
Location: Warangal | Type: Government
MGIT College of Engineering
Location: Hyderabad | Type: Private
Chaitanya Bharathi Institute of Technology
Location: Hyderabad | Type: Private
Vallurupalli Nageswara Rao Vignana Jyothi Institute
Location: Hyderabad | Type: Private
TG EAPCET (Telangana Engineering, Agriculture and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test) is conducted by JNTUH on behalf of TGCHE for admission into professional courses in Telangana.
No, TG EAPCET 2026 does not have negative marking. Each correct answer gets 1 mark, and incorrect answers receive 0 marks.
Rs. 900/- for General/OBC and Rs. 500/- for SC/ST & PH candidates for a single stream (E or A&P). For both streams, it is Rs. 1,800/- and Rs. 1,000/- respectively.
Yes, candidates can apply for both E and A&P streams by paying the combined registration fee. Submit only one application for both.
There is no restriction on the number of attempts for TG EAPCET. Candidates can appear for the exam multiple times as long as they meet the eligibility criteria.
Since TG EAPCET is conducted in multiple sessions, a normalization process is applied to eliminate variation in difficulty levels. Marks from easier sessions may be reduced marginally and marks from harder sessions may increase marginally on the global scale, ensuring no candidate gets advantage or disadvantage due to multiple sessions.
Email: tgeapcethelpdesk2026@jntuh.ac.in
Phone: +91 9493670121
Timings: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Excluding Sundays & Public Holidays)