TS DOST 2026 notification released on April 13, 2026
Telangana's centralised degree admission portal TS DOST 2026 was notified by the state council on April 13, 2026 . Phase 1 registration opens on April 15 and closes on May 7, 2026 . You must register on the official portal at dost.cgg.gov.in.
TS DOST 2026 — Key dates and schedule
Below are the main dates you need to note. All dates are from the official notification.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification release | April 13, 2026 |
| Phase 1 registration start | April 15, 2026 |
| Phase 1 registration end | May 7, 2026 |
| Web options window | April 30 – May 8, 2026 |
| First seat allotment list | May 14, 2026 |
| Online self-reporting | May 15 – May 23, 2026 |
TS DOST 2026 — Who can apply and requirements
TS DOST 2026 covers undergraduate degree admissions (BA, B.Com, B.Sc., BBA, BCA, BBM, BSW) across more than 970 colleges in Telangana. You should apply after the Telangana Intermediate results are declared.
For registration you need an Aadhaar-linked mobile number for OTP authentication. If your mobile isn’t linked, you must complete biometric verification at a helpline centre, HCL, or a MeeSeva centre before generating a DOST ID.
The Phase 1 registration fee is Rs. 200 . Pay the fee through the portal while completing your application.
TS DOST 2026 — Web options, allotment and reporting
You get a window to enter web options from April 30 to May 8 . Choose colleges and courses carefully; choices determine your allotment.
The first seat allotment list will be published on May 14, 2026 . If you get a seat, you must complete online self-reporting between May 15 and May 23 . Self-reporting confirms your acceptance before any further offline procedures.
Practical tips
Keep your Aadhaar, mobile number, and scanned documents ready before you start. Note the registration fee amount (Rs. 200) and the exact web options window. Biometric verification centres (helpline/HCL/MeeSeva) handle cases where mobile numbers aren’t Aadhaar-linked.
FAQs
Q: Where do I register for TS DOST 2026? A: Register through the centralised portal dost.cgg.gov.in.
Q: When does Phase 1 registration start and end? A: Phase 1 registration opens April 15, 2026 and closes May 7, 2026 .
Q: What is the registration fee? A: The Phase 1 registration fee is Rs. 200 .
Q: When can I enter web options? A: Web options are open April 30 to May 8, 2026 .
Q: When is the first seat allotment list released? A: The first allotment list is published on May 14, 2026 .
Q: How do I authenticate if my mobile isn’t Aadhaar-linked? A: Visit a helpline centre, HCL, or MeeSeva centre for biometric verification.
Q: Which courses are covered under TS DOST 2026? A: Admissions cover BA, B.Com, B.Sc., BBA, BCA, BBM and BSW in participating colleges.
Q: Where can I find more details? A: Check the official TS DOST portal (dost.cgg.gov.in) and the TGCHE notification for full instructions.