TCASter - TCAS exam preparation & updates

The TCASter application serves as a vital tool for those aspiring to join their preferred academic institutions!

This partner app aids users in getting ready for the TCAS examination required for university admission.

It features various tools designed specifically to assist students preparing for the test.

All essential information is consolidated in one location and is updated annually!

How can TCASter be beneficial for you?

• Notification Alerts

Stay informed about all TCAS-related news and crucial announcements from universities and faculties.

• Favorite Faculties

Select up to 10 faculties or universities of interest to review their regulations and significant updates efficiently.

• Countdown Feature

A countdown timer for key dates related to TCAS exam preparations.

• Personal Calendar

Choose your preferred faculty and university to keep track of important deadlines specific to them.

• Customized News

Opt to receive updates exclusively about selected faculties and universities.

• Suggested Content

Access a wide range of age-appropriate resources, including guidance materials, exam preparation tips, and lifestyle information.

• Score Tracker

A tool for calculating scores that helps evaluate admission chances without limitations.

• Ranking Assistant

This feature helps analyze the likelihood of admission based on test scores relative to existing criteria at chosen faculties, allowing for practice evaluations leading up to actual score submissions.

Things You Need to Know About TCAS All 4 Rounds – TCASter

Currently, the main system used for university admissions in Thailand is the TCAS system, which is divided into 4 rounds. What is each round like? What basic information do you need to know? Let's take a look!

Things You Need to Know About TCAS All 4 Rounds

TCAS or Thai University Central Admission System is a system for selecting individuals to study in higher education institutions in Thailand. The purpose of this system is to be a central system for recruiting students to study at the undergraduate level at universities nationwide. This system is operated by the Council of University Presidents of Thailand (CUPT) and aims to create equality and fairness in further education.

Although there are many ways to enter a university in Thailand, entering through the TCAS system is the main method and is the system that the most universities in Thailand participate in. You can check the universities participating in the TCAS selection system here. Click

If the faculty or university you want to study in is in the TCAS system, the next thing you need to do is to study which TCAS round is right for you and whether you are qualified to apply. Then, look at the application timeline to apply at the right time. So let's take a look at the details of each round of TCAS!

What is each round of TCAS? What do you need to know?

TCAS Round 1 Portfolio

This round focuses on using your portfolio. The larger your portfolio is and how relevant it is to the faculty you are applying to, the higher your chances of being accepted.

In addition, you must also give importance to the interview.

*Don't forget to check the admission conditions carefully to make sure that you meet all the requirements.

Application period: August - January

Who can apply: Mathayom 6 / equivalent / repeat students (some faculties can apply)

Scores used for submission: Specific qualifications / portfolio / interview / TGAT, TPAT (some faculties)

GPAX: 5 semesters

Application format: Submit a portfolio and interview

Admission format: Can apply to multiple places, accepted to multiple places, can confirm your rights at one place

Fee: 200 - 1,500 baht

Announcement of results: February

TCAS Round 2 Quota

This round is usually a specific area, such as accepting only students from specified schools. Specified provinces or others and it is also a round that specifies special qualifications and other works similar to the portfolio round.

*Don't forget to check the admission conditions carefully to make sure that you have all the qualifications to apply.

Application period: December - March

Who can apply: Mathayom 6 / equivalent / repeat students (can apply for some faculties)

Score results used to apply: Specific qualifications / works / interview / subject test / TGAT, TPAT, A-Level (some faculties)

GPAX: 5 - 6 semesters

Application format: Know the score before / after choosing a faculty (depending on the application period of each university)

Examination format: Can apply to many places, can be accepted to many places, can confirm rights in one place

Cost: 200 - 1,500 baht

Announcement of results: May

TCAS Round 3 Admission

This round is the round that uses the test score as the main factor. This round will be processed through the central system, mytcas, simultaneously nationwide.

*Don't forget to check the admission conditions carefully to make sure that you have all the qualifications to apply.

Application period: May

Who can apply: Mathayom 6 / equivalent / repeat students

Scores used for submission: TGAT / TPAT / A-Level / specialized subjects / interview

GPAX: 6 semesters

Application format: Know all scores before applying to the faculty

Admission format: Submit simultaneously on the mytcas.com system and announce the results of only the faculty with the highest acceptance

Fee: 0 – 900 baht

Announcement of results: May

TCAS Round 4 Direct Admission

The last round of the TCAS system will open only when the number of students from rounds 1-3 is not enough as the university requires. Therefore, this round may or may not be open. Students must follow the announcement closely.

*Don't forget to check the admission conditions carefully to make sure that students have all the qualifications to apply.

Application period: May – June

Who can apply: Grade 12 / Equivalent / Repeat students (apply for some faculties)

Scores used for submission: TGAT / TPAT / A-Level / Specialized subjects / Interview

GPAX: 6 semesters

Submission format: Know all scores before applying to the faculty

Admission format: Apply to multiple places, get accepted to multiple places, confirm your rights at one place

Cost: 200 – 1,500 baht

Announcement of results: June