TS PGECET 2026 online certificate upload for Phase 1 counselling is open until July 16, 2026, and students must submit scanned copies of all required documents on the admissions portal before the deadline to proceed to web options and seat allotment.
Telangana State PGECET 2026 counselling involves two critical stages: online certificate verification (document upload) and final college reporting after seat allotment. Phase 1 registration and document upload opened on July 2 and was extended to July 16, 2026. Special category students (NCC, CAP, PH, Sports) had physical certificate verification from July 7 to 9 at the Directorate of Admissions, Osmania University, Hyderabad. Provisional seat allotment is expected around July 19, after which students must report to the allotted college with original certificates.
- Online certificate upload deadline for TS PGECET 2026 Phase 1 counselling: July 16, 2026 (extended from July 9).
- Physical verification for NCC/CAP/PH/Sports categories: July 7 to 9, 2026, at Directorate of Admissions, Osmania University, Hyderabad 500007.
- Each uploaded file must be between 100 KB and 500 KB in size and within 1500 x 1500 pixels resolution.
- Provisional seat allotment is expected around July 19, 2026; college reporting follows within a few days of the allotment announcement.
- Caste certificates for BC/SC/ST students must be issued after June 2, 2014 and in Telangana government format.
| Direct Link to TS PGECET 2026 Official Portal (ACTIVE) - pgecet.tsche.ac.in |
Documents for TS PGECET 2026 Online Certificate Upload
All students registering for TS PGECET 2026 Phase 1 counselling must upload the following documents on the admissions portal before July 16, 2026. Scan each document clearly with all four corners visible and save within the 100 KB to 500 KB file size limit.
| S.No. | Document | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | TS PGECET 2026 Rank Card | Downloaded from the official PGECET portal |
| 2 | TS PGECET 2026 Hall Ticket | Admit card used during the entrance exam |
| 3 | Aadhar Card (UIDAI) | Mandatory for identity verification |
| 4 | SSC (Class 10) Marks Memo and Certificate | Establishes date of birth and schooling record |
| 5 | Intermediate / 10+2 Marks Memo and Certificate | Both marks memo and pass certificate required |
| 6 | All Semester Marks Memos of Qualifying Degree (BE / B.Tech / B.Pharmacy / B.Arch) | Upload each semester memo as a separate file |
| 7 | Degree Certificate or Provisional Certificate | Upload provisional certificate if degree is not yet issued |
| 8 | Transfer Certificate (TC) from last institution | Original TC issued on leaving the qualifying college |
| 9 | Conduct / Character Certificate | Issued by the principal of the qualifying institution |
| 10 | Study Certificate (for local area reservation) | Showing 7 continuous years of study in Telangana from SSC to degree |
| 11 | Residence Certificate OR Employer Certificate (for non-local students) | Residence cert covers 7 preceding years; employer cert applies to children of Govt/PSU employees |
| 12 | Migration Certificate (if qualified from outside Telangana) | Issued by the parent university |
| 13 | Caste Certificate / Income Certificate (reserved categories) | See category-wise table below; caste cert must be issued after June 2, 2014 |
| 14 | NCC / CAP / PH / Sports Certificate (if applicable) | Also required for physical verification at Osmania University |
| 15 | Passport size photograph (scanned) | Recent photograph with white or light background |
Students in the final year of their qualifying degree should upload marks memos of completed semesters along with a bonafide or course completion certificate from their college. Admission will be provisional until the final consolidated marks memo and degree certificate are produced within the deadline set by TSCHE.
Category-Wise Additional Documents - TS PGECET 2026
Students claiming reservation under SC, ST, BC, EWS, PH or local area quota must upload the documents below in addition to the common list above. All certificates must be in Telangana government format.
| Category | Document Required | Issuing Authority |
|---|---|---|
| SC / ST | Caste Certificate (issued after June 2, 2014) | Tahsildar / MRO |
| BC (A / B / C / D / E) | Caste Certificate + Income Certificate (FY 2025-26) | Tahsildar / MRO |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | EWS Income and Asset Certificate (FY 2025-26) | Tahsildar / MRO |
| PH (Physically Handicapped) | Disability Certificate (minimum 40% disability) | SADAREM / District Medical Board |
| NCC | NCC Certificate (B or C grade) | NCC Unit Commanding Officer |
| CAP (Children of Armed Personnel) | CAP Certificate | Commanding Officer / District Sainik Welfare Office |
| Sports / Games | Sports Certificate (state or national level) | Sports Authority of Telangana |
| Local Area Students | Study Certificate (SSC to degree, 7 continuous years in Telangana) | Headmaster / Principal of each institution attended |
| Non-Local Students | Residence Certificate (7 preceding years) OR Employer Certificate | Tahsildar for residence cert; HR dept for employer cert |
| Minority Communities | Minority Status Certificate | Concerned minority welfare department |
Income certificates for BC and EWS students must be for FY 2025-26 and obtained from a Tahsildar or MRO. Certificates from previous financial years are not valid for TS PGECET 2026 counselling. SC/ST students do not need an income certificate for seat allotment but will require one separately when applying for post-admission fee reimbursement.
Documents for College Reporting - TS PGECET 2026
After provisional seat allotment (expected around July 19, 2026), students must report to the allotted college with original documents. The college verifies originals against uploaded scans and completes final admission formalities.
| S.No. | Document | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | TS PGECET 2026 Allotment Letter | Original printout downloaded from the official admissions portal |
| 2 | Fee Payment Receipt | Proof of tuition fee or self-reporting fee paid online |
| 3 | All original certificates from the upload checklist above | Plus two sets of self-attested photocopies of each document |
| 4 | Category certificates (if applicable) | As listed in the category-wise section above |
| 5 | Medical Fitness Certificate | From a registered MBBS doctor; format may be provided by the college |
| 6 | Anti-Ragging Undertaking (student and parent) | Format provided by the college or from UGC portal |
| 7 | Gap Certificate (if any gap year between qualifying exam and TS PGECET) | Notarized affidavit on non-judicial stamp paper |
| 8 | Income Certificate (for fee reimbursement schemes) | FY 2025-26; issued by Tahsildar |
| 9 | Passport size photographs | 8 to 10 recent copies for forms and registers at the college |
Students must collect a written acknowledgement receipt from the college for every original certificate they submit. The institution retains originals until course completion or student departure. Do not hand over original documents without receiving a signed and stamped receipt.
Key Instructions for TS PGECET 2026 Document Submission
Follow these instructions carefully to avoid rejection during online upload or disqualification at college reporting.
- Upload file size must be between 100 KB and 500 KB with resolution within 1500 x 1500 pixels. Files outside this range are automatically rejected by the portal.
- Scan documents clearly with all four corners of the certificate visible. Blurry, cropped or rotated scans may be flagged during verification review.
- Self-attest every photocopy for college reporting by signing your name and date on each page. Unsigned photocopies are typically not accepted.
- Do not laminate original certificates such as caste certificates or degree certificates. Laminated originals are difficult to verify and may be rejected at the college.
- Students with final-year results pending should upload a bonafide or course completion certificate from their college. Carry the same original at college reporting since admission will be provisional.
- Gap years must be supported with a notarized gap affidavit on non-judicial stamp paper signed by the student and a parent or guardian.
- Caste certificates must be in Telangana government format and issued after June 2, 2014. Certificates from other states or in older formats are not accepted for state quota seats.
- NCC/CAP/PH/Sports category students who attended physical verification from July 7 to 9 at Osmania University should carry the original verification acknowledgement when reporting to their allotted college.
TS PGECET 2026 Document Checklist FAQs
Ques. What is the deadline to upload documents for TS PGECET 2026 certificate verification?
Ans. The online certificate upload deadline for TS PGECET 2026 Phase 1 counselling was extended to July 16, 2026. Students who have not yet uploaded their documents must complete the process before this deadline. Check the official portal for any further notifications.
Ques. What file size should I use when uploading documents for TS PGECET 2026 verification?
Ans. Each uploaded document must be greater than 100 KB and less than 500 KB in size, with resolution within 1500 x 1500 pixels. Files outside these specifications are rejected automatically. Compress or re-scan the document if it does not meet these limits.
Ques. Is an income certificate required for SC/ST students in TS PGECET 2026 counselling?
Ans. SC/ST students do not need an income certificate for seat allotment through TS PGECET 2026 counselling. However, an income certificate for FY 2025-26 is required separately when applying for post-admission fee reimbursement schemes at the college.
Ques. What documents does a local area student need for TS PGECET 2026 certificate verification?
Ans. A local area student must upload a study certificate showing seven continuous years of education in Telangana from SSC level to qualifying degree. Alternatively, a birth certificate plus a residence certificate issued by the Tahsildar can be used if the study certificate is not available from all institutions.
Ques. What if my qualifying degree result is not declared before TS PGECET 2026 verification?
Ans. Upload all available semester marks memos along with a bonafide or course completion certificate from your college. Admission will be provisional and you must submit the final consolidated marks memo and degree certificate within the deadline communicated by TSCHE once your result is declared.
Ques. How many passport-size photographs should I carry for TS PGECET 2026 college reporting?
Ans. Carry at least 8 to 10 recent passport-size photographs when reporting to the allotted college. These are required for the admission form, identity card, fee reimbursement application forms and various attendance registers maintained by the institution at the time of joining.
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