TS PGECET 2026 Final Round Counselling Registration Begins

The TS PGECET 2026 final round counselling registration and online certificate verification has commenced for candidates seeking admission to postgraduate engineering and architecture programmes in Telangana. The Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE) has released the schedule for the second and final round of TS PGEC/TG PGECET 2026 web counselling. Eligible candidates can complete the final-phase registration, pay the counselling processing fee and upload scanned certificates through the official counselling portal at pgecetadm.tgche.ac.in. The final round will be conducted for admission to M.E., M.Tech. and M.Arch programmes for the 2026-27 academic session.

Who Can Participate in TS PGECET Final Counselling 2026?

The final counselling round provides an opportunity for eligible candidates who missed the first phase of registration.

Candidates eligible to participate include:

• GATE-qualified candidates from 2024, 2025 and 2026, subject to the prescribed eligibility conditions.
• Candidates who have qualified TG PGECET 2026 but did not register during Phase 1.
• Candidates who participated in Phase 1 should check the official notification to determine whether they are eligible for the final round.
• Candidates must fulfil all academic and other admission requirements prescribed for the respective programme.

TS PGECET 2026 Final Round Counselling: How to Apply?

Candidates can complete the final-round registration through the official counselling portal.

Step 1: Visit the Official Website

Visit the TS PGEC/TG PGECET 2026 counselling portal at pgecetadm.tgche.ac.in.

Step 2: Select M.E./M.Tech./M.Arch

On the homepage, select the M.E./M.Tech./M.Arch section and open the online registration or certificate verification link.

Step 3: Select the Entrance Examination

Choose the examination through which you are applying, such as TG PGECET or GATE. The portal provides options for candidates qualifying through GATE, PGECET or both, as applicable.

Step 4: Complete Registration

Enter the required personal, academic and examination details carefully. Candidates should ensure that the information entered matches their original certificates.

Step 5: Pay the Processing Fee

Pay the prescribed counselling processing fee through the available online payment facility.

Step 6: Upload Certificates

Upload clear and legible scanned copies of the required original certificates for online verification.

Step 7: Submit the Application

Review the application and uploaded documents carefully before submitting the form. Download and save the registration confirmation and payment receipt for future reference.

TS PGECET 2026 Certificate Verification

Online certificate verification is an important stage of the final-round counselling process. Candidates must upload the relevant original certificates during registration for verification. The verified list of eligible registered candidates is scheduled to be released on August 28, 2026. Candidates should check their verification status on the official counselling website. If there is any discrepancy or objection, candidates must follow the instructions issued by the counselling authorities and provide the required clarification or documents within the prescribed period. Candidates should ensure that the information provided in the application form matches the uploaded certificates to avoid discrepancies during verification.

Documents Required for TS PGECET Counselling 2026

Candidates should keep the following documents ready before beginning the registration process:

• TG PGECET 2026 rank card
• TG PGECET 2026 hall ticket
• GATE scorecard, if applicable
• Aadhaar card or valid government-issued identity proof
• Qualifying examination mark sheets
• Degree or provisional degree certificate
• Transfer certificate
• Study certificate
• Category/caste certificate, if applicable
• Income certificate, if applicable
• Residence or local-status certificate, if applicable
• Other documents specified in the official counselling guidelines

The document requirements may vary according to the candidate's category and admission eligibility.

What Happens After Certificate Verification?

After the verified eligible candidates list is published on August 28, eligible candidates will proceed to the web-option entry stage.

TS PGECET Final Round Option Entry

• Option entry: August 29 to August 31, 2026
• Option editing: September 1, 2026
• Final-round seat allotment: September 5, 2026
• College reporting: September 7 to September 10, 2026

During option entry, candidates must select their preferred colleges and courses in order of priority. Seat allotment will depend on factors such as merit, category, candidate preferences and availability of seats. Candidates should carefully review their choices before submitting them. The option-editing facility will be available on September 1, 2026 for candidates who need to modify their selections.

TS PGECET 2026 Final Phase Seat Allotment

The TS PGECET 2026 final-round seat allotment result is scheduled to be released on September 5, 2026. The provisional selection list will be published through the counselling portal on a college-wise basis.

Candidates who receive an allotment must:

1. Check the allotted college and course.
2. Complete the required admission formalities.
3. Report to the allotted college within the prescribed period.
4. Carry the original documents for verification.
5. Complete the fee payment and joining formalities as instructed by the allotted institution.
6. The reporting window is scheduled from September 7 to September 10, 2026.

TS PGECET Final Counselling 2026: Important Dates

TS PGECET 2026 Final Counselling: Important Instructions

Candidates participating in the final round should:

1. Complete registration and fee payment by August 27, 2026.
2. Upload clear copies of the required original certificates.
3. Check the verified candidate list on August 28.
4. Complete web-option entry between August 29 and 31.
5. Edit choices on September 1, if required.
6. Check the final-round seat allotment result on September 5.
7. Report to the allotted college between September 7 and 10.
8. Keep printed copies of the application form, payment receipt and uploaded documents.
9. Regularly monitor pgecetadm.tgche.ac.in for counselling updates.

TS PGECET 2026 Final Counselling: Direct Link

Candidates can visit the official TG PGEC/PGECET 2026 counselling portal to complete registration, fee payment, certificate uploading and option entry.

• Official Counselling Portal: pgecetadm.tgche.ac.in

The final round is an important opportunity for eligible candidates seeking admission to postgraduate engineering and architecture programmes. Candidates who missed the first phase should complete the registration and certificate verification process before the deadline and continue checking the portal for subsequent counselling updates.