
| Updated On - Jun 20, 2026
The Himachal Pradesh Takniki Shiksha Board has released the HP PAT and LEET 2026 counselling schedule. Choice filling is live on eakadamik.in for polytechnic, pharmacy, and lateral entry admissions for the 2026-27 academic session.

Himachal Pradesh Takniki Shiksha Board (HPTSB) has released the counselling schedule. It announces dates for PAT and LEET 2026 admissions. The notification is available on the official website at hptechboard.com. Candidates can complete the counselling process online at eakadamik.in.
HP PAT refers to the state Polytechnic Admission Test for first-year diploma seats. LEET refers to the Lateral Entry Entrance Test for second-year diploma seats. The schedule also covers pharmacy diploma programme admissions for the 2026-27 academic session.
The counselling will run in two online rounds. Two offline centralised spot rounds will follow these online rounds. Choice filling for PAT applicants is already live on the portal.
HP PAT and LEET 2026 Counselling Key Details
| Date | Activity |
|---|---|
| 16 June 2026 | Start of applications and choice filling for 3-Year Diploma |
| 23 June 2026 | Start of applications and choice filling for 2-Year Diploma (LEET) |
| 27 June 2026 | Last date for 3-Year Diploma applications and choice filling |
| 30 June 2026 | Last date for 2-Year Diploma (LEET) applications and choice filling |
How to Register for HP PAT and LEET 2026 Counselling?
Candidates must visit the official admission portal at eakadamik.in. They should log in using their assigned registration number. New users can register on the portal for first-time access. The system supports password recovery for those who forget their credentials.
Once logged in, candidates need to update their qualifying examination marks. LEET applicants must enter their Class 12 or ITI marks. They should then add at least one preferred institution and course. There is no maximum limit on the number of choices.
Candidates must pay the counselling fee online before the deadline. The fee accepts net banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI. The portal recommends using Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox for the process.
Read More: HPCET 2026 Counselling Registration Begins at ecounselling.hp.gov.in; Check Direct Link to Apply
What If Candidates Want to Change Their Choices?
The locked choices cannot be modified within the same round. However, candidates can alter institution or course choices in the second round. This option is available to applicants not satisfied with the first allotment.
HPTSB uses one portal for all polytechnic and pharmacy admissions. This unified system reduces repeat registrations across multiple institutions. It also speeds up state-wide seat allotment for diploma aspirants.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Visit the official portal at eakadamik.in.
- Log in using your registration number or sign up as a new user.
- Update your qualifying examination marks in the application form.
- Add at least one preferred institution and course choice.
- Pay the counselling fee online using net banking, card, or UPI.
- Submit the application and download the confirmation receipt for records.
Watch for the first round seat allotment list on eakadamik.in. Also track document verification and reporting dates on hptechboard.com.
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