The choice filling window will remain open from August 1 to August 4, 2026, after which the Directorate will process the submitted preferences and publish the provisional seat allotment result on August 6, 2026.
Admission through TANCET MBA Counselling 2026 will be offered to more than 15,000 MBA seats available in government, government-aided, self-financing, and standalone management institutions across the state.
TANCET MBA Choice Filling 2026 Starts Today
The online choice filling facility is now expected to be activated on the official TANCET MBA counselling portal. During this stage, candidates must carefully arrange their preferred colleges and MBA programmes in the order of priority.
The order of preferences submitted during this stage plays a crucial role in determining the final seat allotment.
Candidates are advised to thoroughly research participating institutions, previous years' cut-offs, and seat availability before locking their choices.
Important Dates for TANCET MBA Counselling 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Choice Filling Begins | August 1, 2026 |
| Last Date for Choice Filling | August 4, 2026 |
| Provisional Seat Allotment Result | August 6, 2026 |
Candidates should complete the choice filling process well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
How to Complete TANCET MBA Choice Filling 2026
Candidates can follow the steps below to submit their college preferences:
Step 1: Visit the official TANCET MBA counselling portal.
Step 2: Click on the Choice Filling link.
Step 3: Log in using your registered credentials.
Step 4:Verify your personal and academic details.
Step 5:Select your preferred MBA colleges and programmes in the desired order.
Step 6:Review all choices carefully.
Step 7:Submit and lock your preferences before the closing date.
Candidates should remember that once the choices are locked, modifications may not be allowed after the deadline.
Details Required During Choice Filling
While completing the online choice filling process, candidates should keep the following information ready:
- Registered Email ID
- Registered Mobile Number
- TANCET Hall Ticket Number
- Normalized TANCET Score
- Demand Draft Number (if applicable)
- Category Details
- Religion Details
- Educational Qualification Information
- Preferred Colleges and Courses
- Initial Deposit Payment Details
Candidates should ensure that all information entered matches the details submitted during registration.
Category-wise TANCET MBA & MCA Seat Matrix 2026
The Directorate has announced the category-wise seat distribution for MBA and MCA admissions.
| Category | MBA Seats | MCA Seats |
|---|---|---|
| OC | 4,664 | 1,709 |
| BC | 4,000 | 1,465 |
| BCM | 529 | 193 |
| MBC | 3,018 | 1,107 |
| SC | 2,266 | 830 |
| SCA | 454 | 167 |
| ST | 151 | 55 |
| Total | 15,082 | 5,526 |
How Seats Will Be Allotted
The Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) will allocate seats based on:
- Candidate's TANCET Rank
- Order of College Preferences
- Category Reservation
- Availability of Seats
- Applicable Reservation Rules
Candidates with higher ranks and well-planned preference lists generally have better chances of securing admission to their desired institutions.
More Than 15,000 MBA Seats Available
Through the TANCET MBA Counselling 2026, admissions will be offered to over 15,000 MBA seatsin:
- Government Colleges
- Government-Aided Institutions
- Self-Financing Colleges
- Standalone Management Institutions
Candidates should carefully prioritise their preferred colleges while filling choices.
Supplementary Counselling
After completion of the regular counselling rounds, the Directorate will conduct:
- Supplementary Counselling to fill vacant seats.
- SCA-to-SC Conversion Counselling for allocation of remaining reserved seats, wherever applicable.
These rounds will generally be conducted in offline mode according to the counselling schedule announced by the authorities.
Tips for Better Choice Filling
Before locking their choices, candidates should:
- Arrange colleges in genuine order of preference.
- Include a mix of high-ranked, moderate, and safe college options.
- Check previous years' closing ranks.
- Verify the availability of MBA specialisations.
- Review every entry carefully before final submission.
Making informed choices can significantly improve the chances of obtaining a preferred seat during allotment.
Important Advisory
Candidates should complete theTANCET MBA Choice Filling 2026 process before August 4 and regularly monitor the official counselling portal for updates regarding seat allotment, reporting instructions, and subsequent counselling rounds. Since seat allotment is based on both merit and the order of preferences submitted, applicants are advised to carefully finalise their college choices before locking them.