TS EAPCET 2026 Application Portal Set to Open on February 19; JNTU Hyderabad Outlines Online Registration Process
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU) Hyderabad, on behalf of the Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE), has confirmed that the TS EAPCET 2026 online application window will open as scheduled on February 19, 2026. This state-level entrance exam remains the primary gateway for admission into first-year B.Tech, B.Pharmacy, and Agriculture courses across Telangana. Students are advised to keep their Intermediate hall ticket numbers and category certificates ready for the registration launch this Thursday.
TS EAPCET 2026: Key Dates and Registration Schedule
The TGCHE has provided a generous window for students to apply without the burden of late fees, though early registration is encouraged to secure preferred exam centers.
| Event | Date / Timeline |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Released | February 14, 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | February 19, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Without Late Fee) | April 4, 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | April 6 – April 8, 2026 |
| Exam Date (Agriculture & Pharmacy) | May 4 & 5, 2026 |
| Exam Date (Engineering Stream) | May 9, 10 & 11, 2026 |
Application Fee Structure
The registration fee varies based on the candidate's chosen stream and social category. This year, the university has maintained a tiered fee structure to support students from diverse backgrounds.
- Engineering (E) OR Agriculture & Pharmacy (A&P):
- SC / ST / PH Candidates: ₹500
- Others (General/BC): ₹900
- Both Streams (E and A&P):
- SC / ST / PH Candidates: ₹1,000
- Others (General/BC): ₹1,800
Important Reforms and Mobile-Friendly Registration
In a major student-friendly move for 2026, JNTUH has announced that the official portal is now fully mobile-compatible, allowing students to complete their registrations directly via smartphone. Furthermore, a new reform has been introduced: candidates will be able to view their provisional scores immediately after completing the Computer-Based Test (CBT), aiding in early rank estimation.
Documents Required for Registration
Before logging onto eapcet.tgche.ac.in on February 19, ensure you have the following:
- Intermediate Hall Ticket Number (or 10+2 equivalent).
- Date of Birth Certificate (SSC Memo).
- Local Status Details (to determine OU/AU/SVU/Non-local eligibility).
- Caste Certificate (for fee relaxation and reservation).
- Income Certificate (issued after Jan 1, 2026, for fee reimbursement eligibility).
Aspirants should note that the rank will be determined 100% by the EAPCET score, as the previous weightage for Intermediate marks has been permanently scrapped. For a comprehensive list of high-weightage topics in Mathematics and Physics, follow Only Education News.