TG EAPCET 2026 Counselling: 179 Engineering Colleges to Appear in First Phase, 4 Removed and 1 New College Added
TG EAPCET 2026 counselling is one of the most important stages for students seeking engineering admissions in Telangana. Conducted by the Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE), the counselling process decides college allotment for thousands of aspirants based on rank, category, seat availability, branch preference, and web options entered during the counselling schedule.
For the first phase of TG EAPCET 2026 Engineering counselling, a total of 179 colleges will participate. This list is almost identical to the colleges that appeared in the final phase of TG EAPCET 2025, with only a small change in the participating institutions.
TG EAPCET 2026 First Phase College List
The 2026 first phase counselling list includes 179 engineering colleges. Compared to the 2025 final phase list, 4 colleges have been removed and 1 new college has been added.
✅ This makes the 2026 list smaller by three colleges from the 2025 final-phase count of 182.
✅ However, after excluding the four removed colleges and adding the new one, the final count for 2026 stands at 179 colleges.
Colleges Removed from TG EAPCET 2026 Counselling List
The following four colleges were present in the TG EAPCET 2025 final phase but are not included in the 2026 first phase counselling list:
❌ MECS | Matrusri Engineering College (Autonomous)
❌ NGMA | Nigama Engineering College
❌ NIET | Netaji Institute of Engineering and Technology
❌ SMCD | St Marys Engineering College (Autonomous)
Students who had considered these colleges in previous counselling rounds should avoid selecting them in 2026 web options, since they are not part of the latest first-phase list.
New College Added in TG EAPCET 2026
One new engineering college has been added in the 2026 counselling list:
✅ AURN | Aurora's Technological Institute
This is the only newly added college in the 2026 first phase and should be included by students who want to explore additional options in the counselling process.
Why the College List Matters in Engineering Counselling
The participating college list is not just a formality — it directly impacts web option entry, branch selection, seat allotment, and final admission outcomes. Before locking options, students should always verify the latest college code list for TG EAPCET 2026 counselling to avoid selecting colleges that are no longer part of the process.
Even one change in the list can affect how you plan your options, especially if you are targeting high-demand branches like CSE, CSM, CSD, ECE, EEE, AI, and Data Science. That is why checking the current counselling list is essential before entering your preferences.
Use College Code-Based Search Before Web Options
Students participating in the TG EAPCET 2026 counselling process using college codes should use our College Directory and Courses Explorer to compare branches, fees, affiliations, and college types across Telangana before finalising their web options.
These tools help candidates shortlist colleges based on actual counselling data, making it easier to build a smart option entry strategy for the first phase.
Final Takeaway for TG EAPCET 2026 Aspirants
If you are preparing for TG EAPCET 2026 engineering admissions, keep this update in mind: the counselling college list has changed slightly from 2025, and the latest first phase will feature 179 colleges. The difference may look small, but in counselling, every college code matters.
Always cross-check the official portal and update your option list based on the latest participating colleges before submitting your web options. That simple step can prevent errors and improve your chances of getting a better seat in the first phase.