Haryana B.Tech HSTES Counselling 2026 is the centralized online admission process for B.E., B.Tech, and B.Arch programmes in government and private engineering colleges across Haryana. It is conducted by the Haryana State Technical Education Society (HSTES), Panchkula, under the Department of Technical Education, Haryana.
If you have a valid JEE Main 2026 rank, and wish to pursue an engineering degree in the state of Haryana, then HSTES counselling will serve as your primary gateway into obtaining an engineering degree in the state. All of the engineering programs offered in University Departments, all of the Government Engineering Colleges, as well as 75% of the seats available in the Private Self-Financed Engineering Colleges will be through this one Centralized Online Conducted Off-Campus Counselling process. Admission into B. Arch. programs will be based upon a combined merit basis based on the NATA 2026 scores and qualifying examination scores (i.e., 50% NATA scores & 50% qualifying exam scores).
This article will provide you with complete Information about HSTES Counseling 2026, including important dates, registration to counseling and the distribution of seats, eligibility criteria, documentation and fees refunds, among other things.
Haryana B.Tech HSTES Counselling 2026 – Quick Summary
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Haryana State Technical Education Society (HSTES) Counselling 2026 |
| Conducting Body | HSTES, Panchkula under Department of Technical Education, Haryana |
| Programmes Covered | B.E. / B.Tech / B.Arch |
| Basis of Admission (B.Tech) | JEE Main 2026 All India Rank (Paper-I) |
| Basis of Admission (B.Arch) | NATA 2026 Score + Qualifying Exam Marks (50:50) |
| Mode | Online Off-Campus Centralized Counselling |
| Number of Counselling Rounds | 2 Online Rounds + Institute Level |
| Registration Website | https://techadmissionshry.gov.in |
| Information Website | www.hstes.org.in |
| Registration Fee (General) | Rs. 1,000/- (Non-refundable) |
| Registration Fee (Reserved) | Rs. 700/- (Non-refundable) |
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Haryana B.Tech HSTES Counselling Schedule 2026
The official key dates for HSTES Counselling 2026 was made available on the official websites. Here is the complete tentative schedule for both B.Tech and B.Arch:
B.Tech (Including TFW, EWS, KM and HGST Categories)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Availability of Online Admission Brochure | 01 May 2026 onwards |
| Online Registration and Fee Payment (1st Counselling) | 06 May 2026 (11:00 AM) to 19 June 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Choice Filling and Locking (1st Online Counselling) | 10 June 2026 (11:00 AM) to 18 June 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Seat Allotment Result (1st Counselling) | 19 June 2026 (04:00 PM) |
| Physical Reporting at Allotted Institute (1st Counselling) | 22 June 2026 (09:00 AM) to 25 June 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Updation of Vacancy Position by Institutes | 25 June 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Registration for Fresh Candidates (2nd Counselling) | 30 June 2026 (11:00 AM) to 06 July 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Choice Filling and Locking (2nd Online Counselling) | 30 June 2026 (11:00 AM) to 06 July 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Seat Allotment Result (2nd Counselling) | 07 July 2026 (04:00 PM) |
| Physical Reporting at Allotted Institute (2nd Counselling) | 08 July 2026 (09:00 AM) to 10 July 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Updation of Vacancy Position by Institutes (2nd) | 10 July 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Full Fee Refund | 31 July 2026 |
| Final Cut-off Date for All Admissions | 14 August 2026 (as per AICTE) |
| Final Cut-off Date for Online Uploading of Admissions on HSTES Portal | 25 August 2026 (11:59 PM) |
B.Arch (Including EWS Category)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration and Fee Payment | 01 June 2026 (11:00 AM) to 30 June 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Verification of Online Application Forms at HSTES | 01 June 2026 to 02 July 2026 (04:00 PM) |
| Display of Inter-se-Merit List | 07 July 2026 (11:00 AM) |
| Choice Filling and Locking (1st Counselling) | 07 July 2026 (11:00 AM) to 12 July 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Seat Allotment Result (1st Counselling) | 13 July 2026 (04:00 PM) |
| Physical Reporting (1st Counselling) | 14 July 2026 (09:00 AM) to 16 July 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Choice Filling and Locking (2nd Counselling) | 17 July 2026 (11:00 AM) to 20 July 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Seat Allotment Result (2nd Counselling) | 21 July 2026 (04:00 PM) |
| Physical Reporting (2nd Counselling) | 22 July 2026 (11:00 AM) to 24 July 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Final Cut-off Date for All Admissions | 14 August 2026 (as per AICTE) |
Note: This schedule is tentative and may change. Candidates must regularly check the official HSTES website www.hstes.org.in for any revisions.
Haryana B.Tech Counselling Registration 2026
Registration for HSTES Counselling 2026 is done entirely online at https://techadmissionshry.gov.in. There is no printed application form available or acceptable.
PPP ID – Mandatory for Haryana Candidates
Haryana resident candidates must have their Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP) ID ready before registration. The PPP ID is necessary for all Haryana candidates. When you enter your PPP ID during registration, details like your name, date of birth, father’s name, mother’s name, category, annual family income, and sub-category are automatically fetched from the PPP database. These fetched details are non-editable in the application form.
If your PPP data has any error, get it corrected on the PPP portal at https://meraparivar.haryana.gov.in before you start registration. Any unverified PPP data will result in your candidature being considered under the General category only.
Candidates from outside Haryana must use their Aadhaar number for registration. If their Aadhaar is already linked to a Haryana PPP database, they cannot register as an out-of-state candidate.
7-Step Haryana B.Tech Counselling Registration Process
The registration at https://techadmissionshry.gov.in involves 7 steps:
Step 1 – Sign Up and Login: Create an account and sign in by entering your roll number for either JEE main 2026 (for B.Tech) or NATA 2026 (for B.Arch). Then, create a password and write down your Unique Application Number so you will have it to refer back to in future communications with HSTES.
Step 2 – Fill Category and Sub-category Details: Once signed in, select your category & subcategory i.e. (ESM, FF, PH, KM etc) as well as entering additional information about yourself such as your PPP ID if from Haryana (and/or) your Aadhaar Card number if from out-of-state.
Step 3 – Upload Photograph and Signature: Upload a color photograph (JPG or JPEG format and max 30 KB) and signature (JPG or JPEG format and max 20 KB).
Step 4 – Fill Qualifying Examination Details: Enter details regarding your Class 12th Board Name, Aggregate Percentage, Percentage In Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, and your JEE Main 2026 Rank for B.Tech, or your NATA 2026 Score Card for B.Arch.
Step 5 – Confirm Registration Details: Carefully review all your completed details prior to confirming your registration, including your name, date of birth, category, PPP ID or Aadhaar, and qualifying exam score. You cannot change any information associated with your PPP ID after registration confirmation.
Step 6 – Upload Documents: Upload scanned PDF copies of all required documents (maximum 100 KB each). The specific documents differ by category:
- All Candidates: Qualifying exam DMC, proof of Date of Birth
- KM Category: Migration certificate duly signed by competent authority or Relief Commissioner
- HGST Category: Certificate from principal of the Govt. School confirming the candidate is the topper
- EWS Category: EWS Income and Asset Certificate issued by Tehsildar
- B.Arch Candidates: NATA 2026 score card and DMC of qualifying exam
Step 7 – Pay Registration: Fee Online Pay the non-refundable registration fee through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI. Only after payment is the registration considered complete.
| Category | Registration Fee |
|---|---|
| General Category | Rs. 1,000/- |
| SC / SCD / BC / PH / FF / ESM / KM / Girls / EWS | Rs. 700/- |
The registration fee once paid is not refundable under any circumstances. Online payment service charges are additional.
Candidates who do not have internet access at home can visit nearby Common Service Centres (CSC) or Government Polytechnics and HSTES offices for filling the online form and depositing fees.
Haryana B.Tech HSTES Counselling Eligibility Criteria 2026
For B.E. / B.Tech Courses
Candidates must have passed the 10+2 examination with Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Electronics, Information Technology, Biology, Informatics Practices, Biotechnology, Technical Vocational subject, Agriculture, Engineering Graphics, Business Studies, or Entrepreneurship as subjects.
The mandatory subject combinations vary by engineering discipline. For example:
| Discipline | Mandatory Subjects at 10+2 |
|---|---|
| Civil / Chemical / Mechanical / Marine Engineering | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| Computer Science and Engineering | Physics, Mathematics + any one from the 14 eligible subjects |
| Electrical / Electronics Engineering | Physics, Mathematics + any one from the 14 eligible subjects |
| Aeronautical Engineering | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| Biotechnology / Pharmaceutical Engineering | Physics, Chemistry + any one from Bio/Biotechnology/Maths |
| Architecture | As per norms of Council of Architecture (COA) |
Minimum Marks:
- General Category: 45% aggregate in the relevant qualifying subjects
- Reserved Category: 40% aggregate in the relevant qualifying subjects
Additionally, candidates who have passed a 3-year Diploma with at least 45% marks (40% for reserved category) are also eligible for admission in the first year, subject to vacancies.
Entrance Exam Requirement: Valid JEE Main 2026 Paper-I rank is mandatory. Admissions are based on the All India Rank of JEE Main 2026 conducted by NTA.
For B.Arch Course
Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, along with any one of Chemistry, Biology, Technical Vocational Subject, Computer Science, Information Technology, Informatics Practices, Engineering Graphics, or Business Studies with at least 45% aggregate.
Alternatively, candidates who passed a 10+3 Diploma with Mathematics as a compulsory subject with at least 45% marks are also eligible.
A valid score in NATA 2026 (Phase-I) conducted by the Council of Architecture or any other aptitude test recognized by COA is mandatory. The merit list is prepared on the basis of 50% weightage to NATA score (percentile) and 50% weightage to qualifying exam marks.
Note: Students who passed Diploma Architecture through Lateral Entry and have not studied Mathematics as a subject are not eligible for B.Arch admission.
For Kashmiri Migrants (KM)
KM candidates get a relaxation of up to 10% in the cut-off percentage subject to the minimum eligibility requirement. A valid migration certificate duly signed by the competent authority or Relief Commissioner is mandatory.
Tie-Breaking Criteria for B.Tech
If two candidates have identical JEE Main 2026 Common Rank List (CRL) ranks even after NTA’s own tie-breaking:
- Senior in age (Date of Birth) gets preference
- If still tied, alphabetical order of candidate’s name
Haryana B.Tech HSTES Counselling 2026 – Distribution of Seats
Seats in Haryana engineering colleges are distributed as follows for the 2026-27 session:
Seat Categories
| Category | Code | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Rest of Haryana Category (Excluding Haryana State) | RoHC | 15% of sanctioned intake (B.Tech only) |
| All India Category (B.Arch only) | AIC | 15% of sanctioned intake |
| Haryana State Quota | 85% of sanctioned intake | |
| Haryana Open General Category | HOGC | 50% of State Quota |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | SC | 20% of State Quota |
| Scheduled Castes (Deprived) | SCD | 50% of SC quota (in Govt. Institutions) |
| Backward Classes Block A | BCA | 16% of State Quota |
| Backward Classes Block B | BCB | 11% of State Quota |
| Physically Handicapped | PH | 3% of State Quota |
| Ex-Servicemen and Freedom Fighters | ESM/FF | 3% horizontal reservation |
Additional Seats (Supernumerary):
- Kashmiri Migrants (KM): 5% of sanctioned intake per course (over and above)
- Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW): Up to 5% of approved intake per course
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 10% of sanctioned intake per course
25% Horizontal Reservation for Girls: In all categories except supernumerary seats, 25% horizontal reservation is provided for girl candidates.
Haryana B.Tech HSTES Counselling Choice Filling 2026
After you register and pay your fee, you can fill out your choices on the website www.techadmissionshry.gov.in. Here’s what will happen:
Only applicants who have paid the registration fee will be allowed to fill out their choices. Once you log in with your username and password, you will see a list of available choices (institute/branch combinations) based on your eligibility and category. Choices for which you do not qualify will not appear.
How to Fill Choices: Click on “Fill/Modify Choice” and add choices by clicking the “+” button. Arrange them in order of preference from highest to lowest. You can add, remove, and reorder choices anytime during the choice filling window.
Locking Choices: After finalizing, lock your choices. Locking is advisable but not mandatory. If a candidate does not lock their choices, the last saved set of choices will be considered as final for seat allotment. Once the choice filling window closes, no changes can be made.
For 2nd Counselling: Candidates who want to upgrade their seat must participate in the 2nd counselling by refilling choices. By doing so, you accept that your earlier admitted/allotted seat will be cancelled automatically if you get a new allotment. If you are satisfied with your first counselling seat, do not participate in the 2nd counselling.
Haryana B.Tech HSTES Counselling Fees 2026
Registration Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General Category | Rs. 1,000/- + online payment service charges |
| SC / SCD / BC / PH / FF / ESM / KM / Girls / EWS | Rs. 700/- + online payment service charges |
The registration fee is non-refundable under all circumstances.
Semester / Annual Academic Fee
The academic fee varies by institution type. For self-financing institutions, it is fixed by the Admission and Fee Regulatory Committee (AFRC), Haryana. The fee structure for each institute is available at Appendix-F in the brochure and on the website https://afrchry.techeduhry.gov.in.
Candidates must check the fee structure of their preferred colleges before filling choices during counselling. There may be pending fee revision requests from some institutes at AFRC, which could result in changes to the displayed fee.
Hostel and Mess Charges (as per AFRC Guidelines):
- Ordinary Room: Maximum Rs. 2,000/- per month per student
- AC Room: Maximum Rs. 2,500/- per month per student
- Mess charges are as per actual expenses on breakfast, lunch, evening tea, and dinner
Admission Data Management Fee: Rs. 200/- per admission is charged one time by HSTES for all admissions (centralized and institute level) in self-financing institutions. This is collected from admitted students by the institute and deposited into HSTES account.
Haryana B.Tech HSTES Counselling 2026 – Special Categories
Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW)
Under the AICTE Tuition Fee Waiver scheme, up to 5% of approved intake per course is available as supernumerary seats for students whose parents’ annual income from all sources does not exceed Rs. 8 lakh. These seats are verified through PPP ID income data. TFW counselling runs parallel to general counselling based on JEE Main 2026 rank. TFW is not available for B.Arch.
Haryana Govt. School Topper (HGST)
Within the approved number of seats, there is one available per branch for each Institute for the topper of the Science Stream of each Government Senior Secondary School in Haryana for the year 2026. The Government Senior Secondary School must have 5 or more students enrolled in Science stream classes. To qualify for HGST, the candidate must achieve at least a 2nd Division (50%) on their qualifying exam. A candidate’s HGST certificate is to be issued by their Government School’s Principal according to Annexure-X. HGST does not exist for B.Arch.
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
EWS seats are 10% of sanctioned intake per course and are supernumerary. Candidates must produce an EWS Income and Asset Certificate issued by the Tehsildar of the area where they reside. The family income must not exceed Rs. 8 lakh per annum and must be verified against PPP ID data. EWS counselling runs parallel to general counselling.
HARIHAR Category
The HARIHAR (Homeless, Abandoned and Surrendered Children Rehabilitation Initiative Haryana) policy provides admission benefits to children who have completed 18 years from Child Care Institutions, were abandoned before age 5 or surrendered before age 1. Such candidates having EWS status are considered under Open/EWS category seats in government institutions and get free education.
Haryana B.Tech HSTES Counselling 2026 – Seat Allotment and Reporting
The seat allotment results will be displayed on the specified date at www.techadmishry.com after NIC will process the choices after the deadline for choice filling.
If you have been assigned a seat, you will need to login to the counselling website to download your provisional seat allotment letter and physically report to the allotted college within the time frame set forth in the letter.
Once you arrive at the college, you will be required to pay your semester fee and provide documentation for your registration and collect provisional admission slip.
Critical Points:
- If you do not report to the college and/or complete the requirements within the specified timeframe, your seat will be automatically forfeited.
- The original certificates should not be retained by the institute. Only attested copies are submitted for registration purposes.
- You must bring originals and 3 sets of attested photocopies of all applicable documents at the time of reporting.
- Anti-ragging undertakings by the student (Annexure-VIII) and by the parent or guardian (Annexure-IX) are mandatory.
Haryana B.Tech HSTES Counselling 2026 – Documents Required
At the time of physical reporting at the allotted institute, carry originals and 3 sets of attested photocopies of:
- 10+2 / Intermediate / Senior Secondary Marksheet and Certificate – All
- Class X Certificate (for Date of Birth proof) – All
- JEE Main 2026 Rank Card / NATA 2026 Score Card – All
- Character Certificate (Annexure-I) – All (Annexure-II for private candidates)
- Haryana Residence Certificate (if qualifying exam not from Haryana) – Haryana Residents without Haryana school
- PPP ID (Parivar Pehchan Patra) – Haryana Residents
- Aadhaar Card – All
- SC / SCD Certificate (verified from PPP) – SC/SCD candidates
- BC Certificate + Income Certificate (from PPP) – BC-A and BC-B candidates
- PH Certificate from CMO of district (Annexure-III, min 40% disability) – Physically Handicapped candidates
- EWS Income and Asset Certificate (Annexure-XI) – EWS candidates
- ESM Certificate (Annexure-V or VI, as applicable) – ESM category candidates
- Freedom Fighter Certificate from Deputy Commissioner (Annexure-IV) – FF category candidates
- Migration Certificate from competent authority – KM category candidates
- HGST Certificate from Principal (Annexure-X) – HGST category candidates
- Annual Parental Income Certificate (from PPP) – TFW and BC candidates
- Medical Fitness Certificate (Annexure-VII) – All
- Anti-Ragging Undertaking – Student (Annexure-VIII) – All
- Anti-Ragging Undertaking – Parent (Annexure-IX) – All
- Photograph (coloured, same as uploaded) – All
Haryana B.Tech HSTES Counselling 2026 – Refund of Fee
The registration fee of Rs. 1,000 (General) and Rs. 700 (Reserved) is completely non-refundable. For academic fees paid to the allotted institute, the refund policy follows the AICTE Approval Process Handbook 2024-27:
| Scenario | Refund Amount |
|---|---|
| Student withdraws before start of the course | Full fee refunded after deducting maximum Rs. 1,000 processing charge |
| Student leaves after joining and vacated seat is filled by another student | Fee refunded after deducting Rs. 1,000 processing charge and proportionate monthly deductions |
| Vacated seat is not filled | Security deposit refunded and original documents returned |
| Last date for full fee refund | 31 July 2026 |
Fee refund along with return of original certificates must be completed within 7 working days. Institutes not following AICTE refund guidelines are liable to punitive action. Aggrieved candidates can contact AICTE at complaint@aicte-india.org or visit www.aicte-india.org.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is JEE Main 2026 mandatory for admission through HSTES Counselling?
A. To be eligible for admission into B.Tech programs you will need to hold an All India Rank from the JEE Main Exam. To be offered admission into a B.Arch. program you will need a valid 2026 NATA score or you can submit an aptitude test score which was approved by the Council of Architecture.
Q. What is the registration fee for HSTES Counselling 2026?
A. The fee to register for HSTES Counselling will be 1000 rupees for general category candidates and 700 rupees for all other categories, including SC, SCD, BC, PH, ESM, FF, KM, and females. This fee is non-refundable.
Q. What is PPP ID and is it mandatory for Haryana students?
A. PPP ID is the Parivar Pehchan Patra identification number issued by the Haryana government. It is mandatory for all Haryana residents. Category, income, and family details are fetched from the PPP database during registration.
Q. How many online counselling rounds are conducted by HSTES?
A. There are two online off-campus counselling rounds done by HSTES. The institute fills any unfilled seats after the second round is completed.
Q. Can a candidate from outside Haryana apply through HSTES 2026?
A. Candidates from any state in India are eligible to apply to the HSTES 2026 Rest of Haryana category (RoHC). 15% of total available seats across Haryana will be reserved for applicants of the RoHC category. Any RoHC seats not filled after the second round of counselling will be merged to the general pool of seats.
Q. What happens if I do not report to the allotted institute within the reporting period?
A. When you do not report to your assigned college within the specified reporting period your seat shall be permanently forfeited, and you may not reclaim that seat through subsequent rounds of counselling.
Q. What is the last date for full fee refund in HSTES 2026?
A. The last date for full fee refund is 31 July 2026 as per the AICTE Academic Calendar.
Q. What is the TFW scheme and who is eligible?
A. The Tuition Fee Waiver scheme is an AICTE scheme that provides free tuition to students whose parental annual income does not exceed Rs. 8 lakh. Up to 5% supernumerary seats per course per institute are available under this scheme. Eligibility is verified through PPP ID income data for Haryana candidates.
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