CG PET 2026 Round 1 Counselling Registration Begins at cgdte.admissions.nic.in; Apply Now
Published 30 Jun 20265 min read
The Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) in Chhattisgarh has opened the registration for the Chhattisgarh Pre-Engineering Test (CG PET) 2026 Round 1 counseling. The registration window is now live on the official website, cgdte.admissions.nic.in, starting today, June 30, 2026. Candidates who have passed the CG PET 2026 exam can now register, choose their preferred colleges and branches, and lock these choices. A non-refundable counseling fee of Rs 300 is required per candidate, which can be paid online using net banking, debit card, or credit card. CG PET is a state-level entrance exam for admission into government and private engineering colleges in Chhattisgarh. Engineering seats are filled through state quota systems across 45 participating colleges.
CG PET 2026 Counselling Round 1 Key Details
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) Chhattisgarh |
| Official Portal | cgdte.admissions.nic.in |
| Registration Start Date | June 30, 2026 |
| Counselling Fee | Rs 300 (non-refundable) |
| Payment Modes | Net banking, debit card, credit card |
| Total Rounds | Two main rounds and one institutional round |
CG PET 2026 Counselling Round 1 Schedule
| Event | Tentative Window |
|---|---|
| Round 1 Online Registration Opens | June 30, 2026 |
| Choice Filling and Locking | First week of July 2026 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment Result | Mid-July 2026 |
| Reporting to Allotted Institute | After seat allotment |
Who Can Apply?
Only those who have qualified in the CG PET 2026 exam are eligible to apply. Applicants must have a minimum of 45% aggregate in their Class 12 exams. Candidates belonging to reserved categories must have at least 40% marks. To be eligible for state quota seats, applicants must provide a valid Chhattisgarh domicile certificate.
Category certificates must be issued by the appropriate authority and should be valid.
Documents Required for CG PET 2026 Counselling
- Class 10 marksheet or birth certificate for proof of date of birth
- Class 12 marksheet of the qualifying examination
- CG PET 2026 scorecard and admit card
- Chhattisgarh domicile certificate to claim state quota seats
- Caste or category certificate, if applicable
- Income certificate for reserved category candidates
- Transfer certificate and character certificate from the last institution
- Migration certificate, if the candidate studied under another state board
- Gap certificate, if there was a study gap
- Aadhaar card for identity verification
How to Register for CG PET 2026 Round 1 Counselling?
- Visit the official portal at cgdte.admissions.nic.in.
- Click on the CG PET 2026 counseling registration link.
- Enter your CG PET roll number along with other required details.
- Fill in your personal, academic, and category information accurately.
- Upload scanned copies of all the required documents.
- Pay the Rs 300 counselling fee through the online payment gateway.
- Submit the form and download a confirmation page.
How Does Choice Filling and Seat Allotment Work?
After registration, candidates must select their preferred colleges and branches. The order of their choices must be locked before the deadline. Once locked, these choices cannot be changed later. Seat allotment is based on CG PET merit, category, and the locked preferences. Candidates who are allotted a seat must pay the seat acceptance fee and report to their allocated institute on time.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Go to cgdte.admissions.nic.in and read the official notice carefully.
- Keep your CG PET scorecard, marksheet, domicile certificate, and ID ready.
- Complete the online registration before the closing date.
- Pay the Rs 300 counseling fee through net banking or card.
- Based on previous cutoffs, shortlist your preferred colleges and branches.
- Lock your choices only after you've reviewed them thoroughly.