TG EAMCET 2026 Expected Exam Date: Exam Timeline & Application Process

TG EAMCET 2026 Expected Exam Date: Exam Timeline & Application Process. The Telangana State Engineering, Agriculture and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test, officially known as TG EAPCET 2026 and widely referred to as TG EAMCET 2026, remains one of the most decisive entrance examinations for Intermediate students in Telangana. 

Every year, lakhs of aspirants appear for TG EAMCET to secure undergraduate seats in Engineering, Agriculture, and Pharmacy courses offered by government and private colleges across the state. With the 2026 academic cycle approaching, students are actively looking for clarity on exam dates, notification timelines, eligibility rules, and application steps.

“For thousands of Telangana students, TG EAMCET is not just an exam—it is the gateway that decides their college, branch, and future career direction.”

Based on academic calendars, board exam timelines, and coordination with national-level entrance tests, TG EAMCET 2026 is expected to be conducted in late April and early May 2026. The examination will be organised by Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad, on behalf of the Telangana Council of Higher Education.

TG EAMCET 2026 Overview

Particulars	Details
Exam Name	TS EAMCET 2026 (TG EAPCET)
Conducting Authority	JNTUH on behalf of TGCHE
State	Telangana
Courses Covered	Engineering, Agriculture, Pharmacy
Important Dates	Feb–May 2026 (tentative cycle)
Major Change	TS renamed to TG (TG EAPCET)
Application Fee	₹900 (Gen/BC), ₹500 (SC/ST)
Target Students	Intermediate (10+2) MPC & BiPC
Official Website	https://eapcet.tgche.ac.in

What Is TG EAMCET 2026 (TG EAPCET)?

TG EAMCET, officially renamed TG EAPCET, is a state-level entrance examination conducted for admission into undergraduate professional programmes. Through TG EAMCET 2026, candidates can seek admission to:

• Engineering (BE/BTech)
• Pharmacy (BPharm, Pharm-D)
• Agriculture and Allied Courses
• BSc Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry
• Veterinary (BVSc) and Fisheries (BFSc)

It is important to note that medical courses like MBBS and BDS are not covered under TG EAMCET. Admissions to those programmes are strictly through NEET UG.

TG EAMCET 2026 Expected Exam Dates (Stream-Wise)

Based on previous trends and academic scheduling, the tentative TG EAMCET 2026 exam dates are:

Stream	Expected Dates
Agriculture & Pharmacy (BiPC)	April 29 – April 30, 2026
Engineering (MPC)	May 2 – May 5, 2026

Why May 2026 Is Likely

• Telangana Intermediate exams usually conclude by late March
• A preparation gap of 4–5 weeks is traditionally maintained
• National exams like JEE Main are typically scheduled earlier in April

This makes late April and early May the most realistic window for TG EAMCET 2026.

TG EAMCET 2026 Notification & Application Timeline (Expected)

Event	Tentative Timeline
Official Notification	Last week of February 2026
Online Registration Begins	First week of March 2026
Last Date (No Late Fee)	First week of April 2026
Correction Window	April 2026
Admit Card Release	One week before the exam
Examination	Late April / Early May 2026
Result Declaration	June 2026

TG vs TS EAMCET: What Changed?

The exam formerly known as TS EAMCET has been officially renamed TG EAPCET following the state’s directive to adopt “TG” as the abbreviation for Telangana.

What this means for students:

• No change in syllabus or exam pattern
• Difficulty level remains the same
• Old TS certificates are still valid
• New scorecards will carry the TG branding

TG EAMCET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility plays a crucial role, especially due to local and non-local seat distribution.

Academic Qualification

Candidates must have passed or appeared in Intermediate (10+2) with:

• MPC for Engineering
• BiPC for Agriculture and Pharmacy

Minimum Marks

• General category: 45%
• SC/ST category: 40%

Age Criteria

Course	Minimum Age
Engineering	16 years (as on 31 Dec 2026)
Agriculture / Pharmacy	17 years

There is no upper age limit for engineering courses under TG EAMCET 2026.

Local and Non-Local Status in TG EAMCET 2026

• Local Candidates (85% seats):
  Students who studied in Telangana for at least four consecutive years ending with the qualifying examination.
• Non-Local Candidates (15% seats):
  Candidates from outside Telangana or from the AU/SVU regions, eligible only for the unreserved quota.

TG EAMCET 2026 Application Process

Step 1: Fee Payment

Candidates must pay the application fee online to generate a payment reference ID.

Step 2: Online Application

Using the payment ID, candidates fill in personal and academic details. Most data auto-fetches from the Intermediate Board database, making accuracy in Inter records extremely important.

Step 3: Document Upload

• Photograph (up to 50 KB)
• Signature (up to 30 KB)
• Caste certificate (if applicable)

Step 4: Test Zone Selection

Applicants can choose up to three preferred exam zones, such as Hyderabad, Warangal, or Karimnagar. Allotment is done on a first-come-first-serve basis.

TG EAMCET 2026 Exam Pattern

TG EAMCET is known for testing speed and accuracy.

• Mode: Online (CBT)
• Duration: 180 minutes
• Total Questions: 160
• Marking Scheme: +1 for each correct answer
• Negative Marking: None

Subject-Wise Distribution

Subject	Questions
Mathematics / Biology	80
Physics	40
Chemistry	40

The exam is conducted in English, Telugu, and Urdu.

Why TG EAMCET 2026 Is Important

TG EAMCET 2026 directly determines a student’s college and branch combination during counselling. With no negative marking and a highly competitive rank-based allotment system, early preparation and accurate application submission play a vital role in success.

TG EAMCET 2026 FAQs