The Telangana State Post Graduate Engineering Common Entrance Test (TS PGECET) 2026 round 1 web option entry started on July 19, 2026. Candidates who have cleared the exam can now select their preferred colleges and branches through the official Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE) portal. This process is a crucial step in the counselling phase for admission into postgraduate engineering courses across Telangana.
Understanding TS PGECET Counselling and Web Options
TS PGECET is an entrance exam conducted annually for admission into postgraduate engineering programs in Telangana. After the exam results are declared, qualified candidates participate in a counselling process that involves selecting preferred colleges and courses. The web option entry allows candidates to list their choices online, which helps in seat allotment based on merit and availability.
The web option entry is the first round of this counselling phase, where candidates can submit and modify their preferences. This digital approach streamlines the admission process, making it more accessible and transparent for students.
Important Dates and Required Documents
- Web option entry start date: July 19, 2026
- Last date to edit web options: July 22, 2026
- Provisional selection list release: July 26, 2026
- Document verification period: July 27 to July 30, 2026
For the counselling and verification process, candidates must prepare several essential documents. These include the TS PGECET 2026 hall ticket and scorecard, degree or provisional certificates from their qualifying examination, and academic records from 10th and 12th standards. Additionally, candidates need to provide their Aadhaar card, domicile or residential certificate, an income certificate issued after January 1, 2026, and category certificates if applicable.
How to Submit Web Options and Eligibility Criteria
To participate in the web option entry, candidates should visit the official TGCHE website and log in using their TS PGECET application number and GATE score or exam rank. They can then select their preferred colleges and branches, rearranging their choices as many times as needed before final submission. It is advisable to download and print the selected options for future reference.
Eligibility for TS PGECET counselling requires candidates to be Indian nationals and residents of Telangana or Andhra Pradesh. They must meet the local or non-local status criteria as per admission rules. Academically, candidates should have secured at least 50% marks in their qualifying degree, with a relaxation to 45% for reserved category candidates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When does the TS PGECET 2026 round 1 web option entry close?
A: Candidates can edit their web option entries until July 22, 2026. After this date, no changes will be accepted.
Q: What documents are mandatory for the TS PGECET counselling?
A: Essential documents include the TS PGECET hall ticket and scorecard, qualifying exam certificates, 10th and 12th mark sheets, Aadhaar card, domicile certificate, income certificate issued after January 1, 2026, and category certificate if applicable.
Q: Who is eligible to participate in the TS PGECET counselling?
A: Indian nationals from Telangana or Andhra Pradesh who have cleared the TS PGECET exam and meet the minimum academic and local status requirements can participate in the counselling process.
