The Haryana State Technical Education Society (HSTES) has started the Polytechnic application process for the 2026-27 academic session. Students can apply online for Diploma Engineering, Lateral Entry courses at government, government-aided, and private polytechnic colleges across Haryana. The admission process is merit-based (marks obtained in qualifying examination) and is carried out through the official portal techadmissionshry.gov.in.
HSTES Haryana Polytechnic Admission
HSTES, Haryana has opened the registration process for Diploma and Polytechnic admissions on May 21, 2026. The admission process is based on mark obtained in the qualifying examination and choice filling. To participate in the counselling rounds, candidates are required to complete the registration, choice filling and document verification. The choice filling process run from June 16 to 18, while the seat allotment will be released on June 19, 2026.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Admission Authority | Haryana State Technical Education Society (HSTES) |
| Courses Offered | Diploma Engineering, Lateral Entry, Diploma Pharmacy |
| Session | 2026-27 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Started | 21 April 2026 |
| Selection Process | Merit-based (No entrance exam) |
| Official Website | techadmissionshry.gov.in |
Important Dates
Online registration for Diploma in Engineering commenced on 21st April 2026, while registration for Lateral Entry courses started on 22nd April 2026. Check the complete schedule below.
| Event | Diploma | Lateral Entry |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Opens | 21 April 2026 | 22 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Register & Fee Submission | 10 June 2026 (11:59 PM) | 26 May 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Verification by institutions | 21 April โ 12 June 2026 | 22 April โ 28 May 2026 |
| Merit List Display | 15 June โ 14 August 2026 | 29 May โ 14 August 2026 |
| Round 1 Choice Filling & Locking | 16 June โ 18 June 2026 | 1 June โ 3 June 2026 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | 18 June 2026 (5:00 PM) | 4 June 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Self Reporting | 22 June โ 24 June 2026 | 5 June โ 8 June 2026 |
| Round 2 Choice Filling | 26 June โ 30 June 2026 | 10 June โ 12 June 2026 |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment | 1 July 2026 (5:00 PM) | 16 June 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Physical Reporting (2nd Round) | 2 July โ 4 July 2026 | 18 July โ 20 July 2026 |
| Session Start | 14 August 2026 | 14 August 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
The criteria differ across programmes:
Diploma in Engineering (3-years)
- Must have passed 10th Class / Secondary School Certificate (SSC) from a recognized board.
- Candidates must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics.
- Candidates should have scored at least 35% marks in their SSC examination.
Lateral Entry (2-years)
- Must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Electronics, IT, Biology, or a Technical/Vocational subject or cleared Class 10 +2 plus a 2-year ITI course in a relevant trade.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General Category | โน1,000 |
| SC / SCD / BC / PH / FF / ESM / EWS / HGST / Girls (all reserved categories of Haryana) | โน700 |
| Payment Mode | Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI / Net Banking) |
Admission Process
The admission process includes:
- Step 1: Visit techadmissionshry.gov.in and click on the “Online Registration” link. Enter their PPP (Parivar Pehchan Patra) ID, which is mandatory for registration.
- Step 2: Enter personal, academic, and category details carefully. Ensure all information matches your documents.
- Step 3: Upload scanned copies of required documents in PDF format (max 100 KB each). That include:
- 10th / 12th Mark Sheet & Certificate
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- PPP ID (for Haryana residents)
- Passport-size photograph and signature
- Step 4: Pay the applicable fee online through the portal.
- Step 5: Submit the form and download/print the confirmation page for future reference.
- Step 6: Visit the designated verification centre if required, or complete online document verification within the given window.
- Step 7: HSTES releases the merit list based on qualifying exam marks after the registration window closes.
All documents should be clear and uploaded in the prescribed format.
Merit List & Selection
The selection is entirely merit-based. Candidates are shortlisted through an inter-se merit system based on marks obtained in their qualifying examinations (10th for Diploma Engineering; 12th/ITI for Lateral Entry & Pharmacy).
To be eligible for the merit list, a candidate must:
- Successfully submit the online application form before the deadline
- Pay the required application fee and finish the document verification within the stipulated time
Choice Filling
Choice filling is a mandatory step for candidates who shortlisted in the merit list. Candidates must fill preferences carefully as seat allocation depends entirely on merit and seat availability. Log in to the official portal and select preferred colleges and courses in order of preference. Seats are allotment based on marks and the choices filled.
Seat Allotment & Reporting
- Log in using Roll Number and Password.
- Download the Provisional Seat Allotment Letter (if seats are allotted)
- Review the allotted college, and reporting schedule.
Self-report to to the allotted institute on or before 24 June 2026, pay the required fees to confirm the seat. Candidates who receive a seat in Round 1 can opt for upgradation in Round 2 if they prefer a better institute or course.
Counselling Rounds
The authority conducts the counselling process through multiple rounds until seats are filled:
- Round 1 & Round 2: Online counselling open to all registered candidates. Seat allotment is based on merit and choices filled by the candidate.
- Institute-Level Counselling: If seats remain vacant after both rounds, institute-level counselling is organized for the leftover seats.
Spot Round
If seats remain vacant after the two official counselling rounds, HSTES may conduct a Spot Round counselling. Details and schedule for spot rounds are announced through official notifications on the website, and candidates who were not allotted a seat in earlier rounds are eligible to appear.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready during counselling and self-reporting:
- Class 10 mark sheet and certificate
- Class 12 mark sheet (for pharmacy courses)
- PPP ID (mandatory for Haryana residents)
- Transfer Certificate (TC)
- Character Certificate
- Haryana domicile certificate
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Income certificate (for EWS/TFW)
- Aadhaar Card
- ITI Certificate (for Lateral Entry applicants)
- Passport-size photographs
- Seat allotment letter
- Fee payment receipt
Note: Candidates must keep soft copies of all documents (PDF, max 100 KB each).
How selection are made?
The selection is purely merit-based on marks obtained in Class 10 or Class 12, depending on the programme.
What is the last date to register for Haryana Polytechnic for 2026-27?
The last date is 10 June 2026 for Diploma and 26 May 2026 for for Lateral Entry.
Last Updated: Candidates are advised to verify all dates and details from the official HSTES portal before applying.
