Know About TS EAMCET 2026 Exam dates: Eligibility, Exam Pattern & What to Expect

The authorities have released the TS EAMCET application form on the official website on Feb 19, 2026. You can register for the TS EAMCET exam by logging in using your registration number and DOB. The last date to apply for the TS EAMCET exam is Apr 04, 2026.  The TS EAMCET exam wil be conducted on May 4 – May 5, 2026 for Agriculture & Pharmacy streams and May 9 – May 11, 2026, for the Engineering stream.

Are you planning to take the TS EAMCET 2026 exam? This exam opens doors for lakhs of students looking for admission into engineering, agriculture, and pharmacy courses across Telangana. The TS EAMCET 2026 exam is the state-level entrance exam for admission into UG courses across Telangana. It's conducted by JNTU Hyderabad.

 TS EAMCET is a very important exam which needs focus and clarity on each step towards the TS EAMCET exam. Let's break it down together in this article. Here we'll discuss eligibility, exam pattern, dates, application process, etc.

TS EAMCET 2026 Important Dates

Let's talk about the TS EAMCET 2026 important dates here, because if by any chance you miss one deadline that can cost you your entire year. The TS EAMCET 2026 important dates have been released by the authorities, and you can check the TS EAMCET important dates from the table below:

TS EAMCET 2026 Important Dates

Event	Expected Dates (2026)
Release of TS EAMCET 2026 Notification	Feb 14, 2026
Online Application Start Date	Feb 19, 2026 (Ongoing)
Last Date to Apply (Without Late Fee)	Apr 04, 2026
Application Correction Window	Apr 2026
Admit Card Release Date	Apr / May 2026
TS EAMCET 2026 Exam Date (Agriculture & Pharmacy)	May 4 – May 5, 2026
TS EAMCET 2026 Exam Date (Engineering)	May 9 – May 11, 2026
Preliminary Answer Key Release	May 2026
Objection Window for Answer Key	May 2026
Final Answer Key Release	May / Jun 2026
TS EAMCET 2026 Result Declaration	Jun 2026
Rank Card Download	Jun 2026
Counselling Registration Starts	Jun / Jul 2026
Seat Allotment Rounds	Jul – Aug 2026

TS EAMCET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Some basic eligibility criteria is set by the authorities for the candidates who appear for the TS EAMCET exam. Sometimes candidates apply without checking the eligibility criteria given by the authorities. Make sure you're not one of them. You must check the TS EAMCET 2026 eligibility criteria before filling the application form. Some basic eligibility criteria to take the TS EAMCET exam has been added below:

• Nationality: 

To apply for TS EAMCET 2026 exam, you must be

• An Indian citizen
• OR a PIO / OCI cardholder

• Domicile Requirement

A valid domicile or residency certificate is required during the TS EAMCET application and counselling process. To be eligible for the TS EAMCET exam, you or your parents should be a resident of Telangana or Andhra Pradesh. If you moved to Telangana or Andhra Pradesh recently, make sure all your documents prove your residency.

• Age Criteria:

If you've cleared or are appearing for class 12 exams, you're likely meeting the age requirements. The minimum age criteria for TS EAMCET exam is:

• Engineering: Minimum 16 years
• Agriculture / Veterinary: Minimum 17 years
  
  

• Educational Qualification:

For both engineering agriculture and pharmacy streams a different set of subjects requirement is there which you need to clear before appearing for the TS EAMCET exam, the educational qualification requirement  for each stream is as follows:

• Engineering (B.Tech): Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics
• Agriculture / Pharmacy: Physics, Chemistry & Biolog

• Minimum Percentage

There is a minimum percentage bar set by the authorities to take the TS EAMCET exam 2026. This minimum percentage varies for general and reserved categories. But make sure that you are checking the official website as the minimum percentage bar can change a little here and there. 

• General category: Around 45%
• Reserved categories: Around 40%

TS EAMCET 2026 Exam Pattern

The TS EAMCET 2026 exam is a computer-based test, so getting some practice with mock tests can definitely help you feel more comfortable on exam day. Knowing the exam pattern inside out will help you attempt the questions more efficiently. Here are the key exam details:

• Total Questions: 160

• Total Marks: 160

• Marking Scheme:

• +1 for every correct answer

• No negative marking

There is no negative marking in the TS EAMCET exam 2026. This will be a plus point for you. You can attempt each and every question without any fear of getting it wrong and a mark getting deducted. You can actually play the intelligent guessing game here and this can help you to score more.

Subject-wise Breakdown

The TS EAMCET Subject wise beakdownl is as follows?

Subject	Details
Mathematics / Biology	Questions based on the Intermediate syllabus
Physics	Conceptual + numerical questions
Chemistry	Mix of theory and application-based questions

How to Apply for TS EAMCET 2026: Step-by-Step Process

Once the TS EAMCET application form is released, head to the official website and fill it out carefully. Try to fill it yourself to avoid mistakes that could cause issues later. The steps to fill the TS EAMCET form 2026 are as follows:

• Visit the official website: eapcet.tsche.ac.in
• Pay the application fee
• Fill in personal, academic, and contact details
• Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates)
• Select exam stream and test centre preferences
• Submit the form and download the confirmation page

The TS EAMCET exam question paper consists of questions mainly from the topics given in the TS EAMCET syllabus. There are no out-of-syllabus questions in the TS EAMCET exam. So, if you're preparing from scratch, don't worry about it. If you want to ace the TS EAMCET exam, make sure you are calm, consistent, and well aware of the ongoing process. If you've revised the basic concepts of the topics and you're managing your preparation well, you'll be able to crack this exam easily. Make sure you're checking the official website for any new updates, as any minor change can make a big difference.