| Updated On - Jul 1, 2026
HPTU has extended the HPCET 2026 counselling registration deadline. Candidates seeking admission to BTech, BPharmacy, MCA, MBA and MSc programmes can now register at the official state portal counselling-hptu.hp.gov.in.
Himachal Pradesh Technical University (HPTU) has extended a key counselling deadline. The Himachal Pradesh Common Entrance Test (HPCET) 2026 counselling registration window is affected. Registration will now remain open beyond the earlier last date.
The official extension notice was issued on June 30, 2026. Candidates can access it at counselling-hptu.hp.gov.in. The extension notification is also hosted on the HPTU website.
The earlier last date for registration was June 30, 2026. HPTU issued the extension on the same day. The move gives eligible qualified candidates additional time to apply. It helps students who missed the original submission window.
Key Details of the HPCET 2026 Counselling Extension
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | Himachal Pradesh Technical University (HPTU) |
| Notice Date | June 30, 2026 |
| Registration Portal | counselling-hptu.hp.gov.in |
| Programmes Covered | BTech, BPharmacy, MCA, MBA, MSc Physics, MSc Environmental Science |
| Rounds of Counselling | Two rounds |
| Admission Basis | HPCET ranks and JEE Main scores, where applicable |
HPCET 2026 Counselling Registration Deadline Extended Dates
| Course Category | Courses | Last Date |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate Courses | B.Tech (Direct Entry), B. Pharmacy (Direct Entry), B.Sc. HMCT, BHMCT, BBA & BCA | July 7, 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| Postgraduate Courses | MBA, MBA (Tourism & HM), MCA, M.Sc. Physics, M.Sc. Environmental Sciences, M.A./M.Sc. in Yoga & Pharm.D | July 7, 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| B.Architecture, B.Tech (Lateral Entry), B.Pharmacy (Lateral Entry), M.Tech & M.Pharmacy | All eligible programmes | July 25, 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
How to Register for HPCET 2026 Counselling?
The registration process is fully online. Every step must be completed on the official state portal. Missing any document may cause rejection at verification.
- Visit the official counselling portal at counselling-hptu.hp.gov.in.
- Click on the link to apply for the counselling form.
- Register using a valid email address and mobile number.
- Log in with the credentials received on the registered mobile.
- Fill in personal, academic, and entrance test details carefully.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents in the prescribed formats.
- Pay the counselling fee through the available online modes.
- Submit the form and save the confirmation for future reference.
Documents Required for HPCET 2026 Counselling Registration
Applicants must keep scanned copies of key papers ready before starting. The list below covers the standard set needed for registration.
- HPCET 2026 admit card and rank card
- JEE Main 2026 scorecard for BTech candidates
- Class 10 mark sheet and passing certificate
- Class 12 mark sheet and passing certificate
- Category certificate, where applicable to the candidate
- Domicile certificate, where required for state quota seats
- Recent passport size photograph and scanned signature
- Valid photo identity proof such as Aadhaar card
Who Should Register During the Extended Window?
The extension is open to all HPCET 2026 qualified candidates. BTech aspirants using JEE Main 2026 scores can also register. Candidates for BPharmacy, MCA, MBA, and MSc streams remain eligible too.
Seat allotment will use HPCET ranks and eligibility rules. Choice filling and preference locking follow after registration. Two rounds of counselling are planned for final allotment.
The extension gives a second chance to qualified candidates. Students who missed the earlier date now get more time. It also lets applicants finalise choices without a last minute rush.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Open the official portal at counselling-hptu.hp.gov.in on your device.
- Read the extended notice dated June 30, 2026, carefully.
- Keep scanned documents, HPCET rank card, and photographs ready.
- Complete registration with a valid email and mobile number.
- Pay the counselling fee through the online payment gateway.
- Save the final confirmation slip and take a printout.
Watch the portal for the choice filling schedule and the first round seat allotment list. HPTU may also release fresh cut off lists for participating institutes soon.
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