The Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TSCHE) has officially announced the commencement of registration for the TS Engineering, Agriculture and Medical Common Entrance Test (TS EAMCET) 2026. Aspiring students seeking admission to first-year undergraduate professional courses in private unaided and affiliated professional colleges across Telangana can mark their calendars for this crucial academic milestone.
Registration Timeline and Exam Schedule
The application window for TS EAMCET 2026 will open on February 19, 2026, and remain accessible until April 4, 2026. Candidates must submit their applications exclusively through the official portal at eapcet.tsche.ac.in. The computer-based entrance examination will be conducted by Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad, with distinct dates for different streams.
For candidates pursuing Agriculture and Pharmacy courses, the examination is scheduled for May 4 and 5, 2026. Engineering aspirants will take their test between May 9 and 11, 2026. This structured scheduling allows for organized administration across various disciplines.
Eligibility Criteria and Attempt Policy
In a significant update for the 2026 session, the Telangana education board has clarified that there will be no restriction on the number of attempts for TS EAMCET. This policy enables candidates to appear for the examination as many times as they wish, providing greater flexibility in their academic pursuits.
However, specific age criteria must be met. Applicants must have completed 17 years of age by December 31, 2022, and should not exceed 22 years at the time of application. This ensures that candidates fall within the appropriate age bracket for undergraduate professional courses.
Application Fee Structure
The application fee for TS EAMCET 2026 has been standardized to ensure accessibility. Candidates from the general category are required to pay Rs 1,200, while those belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) will be charged Rs 600. This differential pricing supports inclusive participation across socio-economic backgrounds.
Step-by-Step Application Process
Prospective applicants should follow these systematic steps to complete their registration:
- Pay the registration fee through the designated payment gateway
- Fill the online application form with accurate personal and academic details
- Submit the completed TS EAMCET 2026 application before the deadline
- Print the filled application form for future reference and documentation
Historical Context and Performance Trends
Looking back at previous years provides valuable context for the 2026 examination. In 2025, the TS EAMCET was conducted on April 29 and 30 for Agriculture and Pharmacy courses, while Engineering exams took place between May 2 and May 5. Admit cards were issued on April 19 that year.
The 2024 edition saw over 3 lakh students appearing for the examination, which was held from May 7 to 11. Notably, female candidates outperformed their male counterparts in both Engineering and Pharmacy/Agriculture streams, highlighting positive trends in gender-based academic achievement.
Available Courses and Examination Pattern
TS EAMCET serves as the gateway to numerous professional undergraduate programs in Telangana. The examination facilitates admission to the following key courses:
- BE/BTech (Bachelor of Engineering/Technology)
- BTech in Agricultural Engineering
- BTech in Bio-Technology (MPC stream)
- BTech in Dairy Technology
- BTech in Food Technology
- BPharm (Bachelor of Pharmacy)
- PharmD (Doctor of Pharmacy)
The examination pattern for the Agriculture and Pharmacy stream includes 160 multiple-choice questions, distributed as follows: 80 questions in Biology (40 each in Botany and Zoology), 40 questions in Physics, and 40 questions in Chemistry. Each question carries one mark, making strategic preparation essential for success.
As the registration period approaches, aspiring students are advised to gather necessary documents, verify eligibility criteria, and prepare for the comprehensive examination that will shape their professional academic journey in Telangana's esteemed institutions.
