| Updated On - May 4, 2026
The TS EAMCET 2026 (TG EAPCET) examination has officially begun today, May 4, 2026, with Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad (JNTUH) conducting the Agriculture & Pharmacy (A&P) stream paper for BiPC candidates across two shifts. The exam is being held in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode on behalf of the Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE). Candidates can check live updates, shift-wise paper analysis, and provisional score information on the official website, eapcet.tgche.ac.in. The full TS EAMCET 2026 schedule runs from May 4 to May 11, 2026 — A&P stream on May 4-5 and Engineering stream on May 9-11.
- TS EAMCET 2026 begins today, May 4, 2026, with the Agriculture & Pharmacy (BiPC) stream paper conducted in 2 shifts — Forenoon 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon and Afternoon 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
- The TS EAMCET 2026 question paper has 160 multiple-choice questions — 80 from Biology (40 Botany + 40 Zoology), 40 from Physics, and 40 from Chemistry — to be solved in 3 hours (180 minutes).
- There is no negative marking in TS EAMCET 2026. Each correct answer carries +1 mark.
- More than 3 lakh candidates are expected to appear for TS EAMCET 2026 across both streams, including over 80,000 for the Agriculture & Pharmacy stream alone.
Note: TS EAMCET 2026 is conducted in English, Telugu, and Urdu languages. The provisional score is displayed to candidates immediately after the exam ends, based on the provisional answer key, to reduce anxiety before the final result.
In this article, we will cover all live updates on TS EAMCET 2026, including shift-wise paper analysis, student reactions, difficulty level review, expected cutoff trends, provisional answer key release information, and the objection window process for both BiPC and MPC streams.
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- The overall difficulty level of the exam was Moderate
- Biology was moderate with textbook-based questions
- Physics was the toughest
- Chemistry was moderate
One of the unique features of TS EAMCET 2026 is the immediate display of provisional scores. Once a candidate submits the answer at the end of the shift, the system automatically calculates and shows the provisional score based on the provisional answer key.
| Step | Process |
|---|---|
| 1 | Candidate submits the final answer sheet at the end of 3 hours. |
| 2 | System auto-calculates score using provisional answer key. |
| 3 | Provisional score is displayed on the candidate's screen. |
| 4 | A copy of the response sheet and provisional score is emailed/SMS-ed. |
| 5 | Final answer key and result follow after objection window closes. |
Source: JNTUH Official Notification
The first shift of TS EAMCET 2026 concluded at 12:00 Noon today. Candidates who appeared for the Agriculture & Pharmacy paper in Shift 1 (9:00 AM to 12:00 PM) are now exiting the exam centres with their provisional scores. JNTUH officials reported smooth conduct of the first shift, with biometric verification, ID checks, and CBT login completed without major glitches at most centres across Telangana.
Source: eapcet.tgche.ac.in
TS EAMCET 2026 follows a uniform 160-mark pattern with subject distribution varying by stream. Here is the complete breakdown for both BiPC (Agriculture & Pharmacy) and MPC (Engineering) streams:
| Parameter | BiPC (A&P) | MPC (Engineering) |
|---|---|---|
| Mode | CBT (Online) | CBT (Online) |
| Total Questions | 160 MCQs | 160 MCQs |
| Duration | 3 Hours (180 minutes) | 3 Hours (180 minutes) |
| Botany | 40 Questions | — |
| Zoology | 40 Questions | — |
| Mathematics | — | 80 Questions |
| Physics | 40 Questions | 40 Questions |
| Chemistry | 40 Questions | 40 Questions |
| Marks per Correct Answer | +1 | +1 |
| Negative Marking | None | None |
| Total Marks | 160 | 160 |
| Languages | English, Telugu, Urdu | English, Telugu, Urdu |
The TS EAMCET 2026 examination has officially begun. Shift 1 commenced at 9:00 AM today with the Agriculture & Pharmacy (BiPC) paper being conducted across all designated CBT centres in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. The shift will continue until 12:00 Noon. Candidates were required to report at the centre by 7:30 AM (1.5 hours before the exam start time) to complete biometric verification, frisking, and CBT login formalities. Late entry beyond 9:30 AM was not permitted.
Source: eapcet.tgche.ac.in
The TS EAMCET 2026 examination is being conducted from May 4 to May 11, 2026, with separate dates for the BiPC and MPC streams. Here is the complete schedule confirmed by JNTUH:
| Date | Stream | Shift 1 (9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon) | Shift 2 (3:00 PM - 6:00 PM) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 May 2026 | Agriculture & Pharmacy (BiPC) | BiPC Paper | BiPC Paper |
| 05 May 2026 | Agriculture & Pharmacy (BiPC) | BiPC Paper | BiPC Paper |
| 09 May 2026 | Engineering (MPC) | MPC Paper | MPC Paper |
| 10 May 2026 | Engineering (MPC) | MPC Paper | MPC Paper |
| 11 May 2026 | Engineering (MPC) | MPC Paper | MPC Paper |
Source: TGCHE Official Schedule
Candidates appearing for TS EAMCET 2026 today and across the remaining schedule must carry the following documents and follow exam centre rules strictly:
| Required Documents | Prohibited Items |
|---|---|
| Printed TS EAMCET 2026 Hall Ticket (with photograph affixed) | Mobile phones, smartwatches, fitness bands |
| Original valid photo ID (Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID / Passport / Driving License) | Calculators, log tables, electronic gadgets |
| Filled application form printout | Books, notes, study material, paper bits |
| Recent passport-size colour photograph | Geometry box, scale, writing pad, plastic pouch |
| Ballpoint pen (provided at centre) | Wallets, handbags, metallic accessories |
Note: Biometric verification (left thumb impression) and digital photograph capture will be done at the test venue. Candidates reporting after 9:30 AM (Shift 1) or 3:30 PM (Shift 2) will not be permitted to enter the examination hall.
TS EAMCET 2026 is being conducted across exam centres in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. The exam city is mentioned on the candidate's hall ticket. Major exam centre cities include:
- Telangana: Hyderabad, Secunderabad, Warangal, Karimnagar, Khammam, Nizamabad, Mahbubnagar, Nalgonda, Adilabad, Medak, Ranga Reddy, Sangareddy, Siddipet, Suryapet, Jagtial, Mancherial.
- Andhra Pradesh: Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, Guntur, Tirupati, Kakinada, Anantapur, Kurnool, Nellore, Rajahmundry.
- Outside (Select Cities): Bengaluru, Chennai, Pune, Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata.
The final exam centre allotted to each candidate is mentioned on the TS EAMCET 2026 hall ticket and cannot be changed.
According to JNTUH and TGCHE projections, TS EAMCET 2026 is expected to see one of the highest registrations in recent years. Historical participation data:
- Total candidates expected in TS EAMCET 2026: Over 3 lakh across both streams.
- Engineering (MPC) stream: ~2.2 lakh+ candidates expected.
- Agriculture & Pharmacy (BiPC) stream: ~80,000+ candidates expected.
- In 2024, more than 3 lakh candidates appeared, with around 2.2 lakh for Engineering and 80,000+ for A&P.
- Around 2.5 lakh+ aspirants appeared in 2025.
The exam offers admission to B.Tech, B.Pharm, BSc Agriculture, BVSc & AH, B.Tech (Dairy Technology), and other professional UG courses across Telangana.
Source: Collegedunia TS EAMCET Page
Based on previous year trends, here is the expected marks vs rank correlation for TS EAMCET 2026 candidates appearing today and in upcoming days:
| Marks Range (out of 160) | Expected Rank Range | Eligible Colleges |
|---|---|---|
| 150+ | Top 200 | Top government colleges (OU, JNTU campus, etc.) |
| 130 - 149 | 200 - 2,000 | Top private & government colleges |
| 110 - 129 | 2,000 - 5,000 | Reputed private engineering colleges |
| 90 - 109 | 5,000 - 15,000 | Mid-tier private colleges |
| 70 - 89 | 15,000 - 25,000 | Tier-3 private colleges |
| Below 70 | 25,000+ | Lower-tier colleges, course flexibility limited |
Qualifying marks: 25% of total marks (i.e., 40 out of 160) for General category. No minimum qualifying marks for SC/ST candidates.
JNTUH will release the provisional answer key for TS EAMCET 2026 on the official website shortly after the conclusion of all shifts. Candidates can raise objections within the stipulated window. Here is the expected timeline:
| Event | Expected Date |
|---|---|
| Provisional Answer Key (A&P) | Within 1-2 days of last A&P shift |
| Provisional Answer Key (Engineering) | Within 1-2 days of last MPC shift |
| Objection Window | 3-5 days from each release |
| Final Answer Key Release | Last week of May 2026 |
| TS EAMCET 2026 Result Declaration | Late May / Early June 2026 |
| Counselling Begins | August 2026 (Tentative) |
The provisional score is shown to candidates immediately after each shift, but the final scorecard will be released only after the final answer key is published.
Source: JNTUH Official Notification
The Telangana Engineering, Agriculture & Pharmacy Common Entrance Test (TS EAMCET / TG EAPCET) 2026 begins today, May 4, 2026, marking one of South India's most important state-level entrance examinations. Conducted by Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad (JNTUH) on behalf of the Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE), the TS EAMCET 2026 hall tickets were released on April 23, 2026. Day 1 will be dedicated entirely to the Agriculture & Pharmacy (BiPC) stream across both shifts. The Engineering (MPC) stream will follow on May 9, 10, and 11, 2026. Candidates are advised to verify their exam centre, reporting time, and required documents on their hall ticket before leaving home.
Source: eapcet.tgche.ac.in
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