AP EAPCET 2026 Syllabus is based on the Andhra Pradesh Intermediate (Class 11 and 12) curriculum. JNTU Kakinada conducts the exam on behalf of APSCHE (Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education) at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. The syllabus covers two streams: Engineering (MPC — Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry) and Agriculture & Pharmacy (BiPC — Botany, Zoology, Physics, Chemistry). Download the official AP EAPCET 2026 Syllabus PDF from the links below and build your preparation plan around the official topic list.
- The Engineering stream (MPC) covers three subjects: Mathematics (80 marks), Physics (40 marks), and Chemistry (40 marks) — totalling 160 questions and 160 marks.
- The Agriculture & Pharmacy stream (BiPC) covers four subjects: Botany, Zoology, Physics, and Chemistry — each worth 40 marks, totalling 160 marks.
- The AP EAPCET 2026 syllabus is unchanged from the previous year — it continues to follow the AP Intermediate Year 1 and Year 2 curriculum without any topic revisions.
- In Mathematics, Coordinate Geometry carries the highest chapter-group weightage at approximately 30.83%, followed by Calculus at ~12.50%.
- In Physics, Mechanics dominates with ~25% weightage; focus on Laws of Motion, Work-Energy Theorem, and Rotational Motion.
- The AP EAPCET 2026 Syllabus PDF is available for download at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/EAPCET for both streams.
- No negative marking applies in AP EAPCET — every correct answer carries 1 mark with zero penalty for wrong answers.
Download the AP EAPCET 2026 Syllabus PDF from the official APSCHE website before starting your preparation.
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AP EAPCET 2026 Syllabus PDF: Subject-wise Download
APSCHE has released the official AP EAPCET 2026 Syllabus PDF for both streams on the official portal. Download the stream-wise PDF from the direct links below.
| Stream / Subject | AP EAPCET 2026 Syllabus PDF |
|---|---|
| Engineering Stream (MPC — Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry) | AP EAPCET Engineering Syllabus PDF |
| Agriculture & Pharmacy Stream (BiPC — Botany, Zoology, Physics, Chemistry) | AP EAPCET Agriculture & Pharmacy Syllabus PDF |
| Mathematics | AP EAPCET Mathematics Syllabus PDF |
| Physics | AP EAPCET Physics Syllabus PDF |
| Chemistry | AP EAPCET Chemistry Syllabus PDF |
| Botany | AP EAPCET Botany Syllabus PDF |
| Zoology | AP EAPCET Zoology Syllabus PDF |
AP EAPCET Syllabus 2026: Overview
JNTU Kakinada conducts AP EAPCET on behalf of APSCHE. The exam grants admission to Engineering, Agriculture, and Pharmacy courses across Andhra Pradesh universities and colleges.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Andhra Pradesh Engineering Agriculture and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test |
| Commonly Known As | AP EAPCET / AP EAMCET |
| Conducting Body | JNTU Kakinada on behalf of APSCHE |
| Official Website | cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/EAPCET |
| Syllabus Basis | AP Intermediate (Class 11 & 12) Curriculum — Year 1 and Year 2 |
| Streams Covered | Engineering (MPC) | Agriculture & Pharmacy (BiPC) |
| Syllabus Status for 2026 | Unchanged from previous year — no topic revisions |
| Total Questions | 160 (both streams) |
| Total Marks | 160 (1 mark per correct answer) |
| Negative Marking | No |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Duration | 3 Hours (180 minutes) |
| Language | English, Telugu, Urdu |
AP EAPCET 2026 Important Dates
The AP EAPCET 2026 counselling final phase is currently underway as of October 2026. The exam concluded in May 2026 and results were declared on June 1, 2026.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Counselling — Final Phase (Registration & Option Entry) | October 2026 (Ongoing) | Ongoing |
| Official Notification Released | February 3, 2026 | Over |
| Last Date to Apply (without Late Fee) | March 24, 2026 | Over |
| Last Date to Apply (with Late Fee of Rs. 10,000) | April 10, 2026 | Over |
| Admit Card Released | April 28, 2026 | Over |
| Exam — Engineering Stream (MPC) | May 12–15 & 18, 2026 | Over |
| Exam — Agriculture & Pharmacy Stream (BiPC) | May 19–20, 2026 | Over |
| Preliminary Answer Key Released | May 23, 2026 | Over |
| Result Declared | June 1, 2026 | Over |
Source: APSCHE Official Website
AP EAPCET 2026 Syllabus for Mathematics
Mathematics is the heaviest subject in the Engineering stream — 80 questions worth 80 marks (50% of the total paper). The Mathematics syllabus spans Algebra, Trigonometry, Vector Algebra, Probability, Coordinate Geometry, and Calculus from the AP Intermediate curriculum.
| Unit No. | Topic Group | Chapters / Sub-topics |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Algebra | Sub-topics of Unit 1 (Algebra) — Click Here Functions, Mathematical Induction, Matrices and Determinants, Complex Numbers, De Moivre’s Theorem, Theory of Equations, Quadratic Expressions, Permutations and Combinations, Binomial Theorem, Partial Fractions |
| 2 | Trigonometry | Sub-topics of Unit 2 (Trigonometry) — Click Here Trigonometric Ratios up to Transformations, Trigonometric Equations, Inverse Trigonometric Functions, Hyperbolic Functions, Properties of Triangles |
| 3 | Vector Algebra | Sub-topics of Unit 3 (Vector Algebra) — Click Here Addition of Vectors, Product of Vectors — Scalar (Dot) Product, Vector (Cross) Product, Scalar Triple Product, Applications to Geometry |
| 4 | Measures of Dispersion & Probability | Sub-topics of Unit 4 — Click Here Measures of Dispersion (Mean Deviation, Variance, Standard Deviation), Probability, Random Variables and Probability Distributions, Binomial Distribution, Poisson Distribution |
| 5 | Coordinate Geometry | Sub-topics of Unit 5 (Coordinate Geometry) — Click Here Locus, Transformation of Axes, Pair of Straight Lines, Circles, System of Circles, Parabola, Ellipse, Hyperbola, Three-Dimensional Coordinates, Direction Cosines and Direction Ratios, Plane |
| 6 | Calculus | Sub-topics of Unit 6 (Calculus) — Click Here Limits and Continuity, Differentiation, Applications of Derivatives (Rate of Change, Tangents and Normals, Maxima and Minima), Integration (Indefinite Integrals), Definite Integrals, Area under a Curve, Differential Equations |
AP EAPCET Mathematics Chapter-wise Weightage
| Topic Group | Approx. Weightage (%) | Approx. Questions (out of 80) |
|---|---|---|
| Coordinate Geometry (Circles, Conics, 3D, Straight Lines) | 30.83% | ~25 |
| Calculus (Limits, Differentiation, Integration, DEs) | 12.50% | ~10 |
| Trigonometry (Ratios, Equations, Properties of Triangles) | 10.41% | ~8 |
| Probability & Statistics | 9.17% | ~7 |
| Algebra (Theory of Equations, Complex Numbers, Induction) | 8.75% | ~7 |
| Vector Algebra | 8.33% | ~7 |
| Binomial Theorem & Combinatorics | 7.50% | ~6 |
| Matrices & Determinants | 5.42% | ~4 |
| Complex Numbers & De Moivre’s Theorem | 4.17% | ~3 |
| Others (Partial Fractions, Locus, etc.) | ~3.00% | ~3 |
AP EAPCET 2026 Syllabus for Physics
Physics carries 40 questions worth 40 marks in both the Engineering and Agriculture/Pharmacy streams. The Physics syllabus spans both AP Intermediate Year 1 and Year 2 topics.
| Year | Unit / Chapter | Sub-topics |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 (Class 11) | Physical World, Units & Measurements | Sub-topics — Click Here Nature of physical laws, fundamental and derived units, dimensional analysis, significant figures, errors in measurement, SI units |
| Year 1 | Motion in a Straight Line & Motion in a Plane | Sub-topics — Click Here Kinematics: position, displacement, velocity, acceleration; equations of motion; relative motion; projectile motion; uniform circular motion; scalars and vectors; resolution of vectors |
| Year 1 | Laws of Motion | Sub-topics — Click Here Newton’s three laws of motion, inertia, linear momentum, impulse, friction (static, kinetic, rolling), dynamics of circular motion, centre of mass, collision (elastic and inelastic) |
| Year 1 | Work, Energy & Power; Rotational Motion; Gravitation | Sub-topics — Click Here Work-energy theorem, kinetic and potential energy, conservation of energy; moment of inertia, torque, angular momentum, rolling motion; Kepler’s laws, Newton’s law of gravitation, satellites, escape velocity |
| Year 1 | Properties of Matter & Thermodynamics | Sub-topics — Click Here Elasticity, stress, strain, Hooke’s law; viscosity, Stokes’ law; surface tension, capillarity; calorimetry, heat transfer (conduction, convection, radiation); laws of thermodynamics; Carnot engine; kinetic theory of gases |
| Year 1 | Oscillations & Waves | Sub-topics — Click Here Simple harmonic motion, springs, simple pendulum; wave motion, transverse and longitudinal waves; beats, Doppler effect; resonance; standing waves in strings and pipes |
| Year 2 (Class 12) | Optics — Ray & Wave | Sub-topics — Click Here Reflection and refraction; lenses and mirrors; power of a lens; optical instruments (microscope, telescope); Huygens’ principle; interference, diffraction (single-slit, grating); polarisation |
| Year 2 | Electrostatics & Current Electricity | Sub-topics — Click Here Coulomb’s law, electric field and potential, capacitors, dielectrics, energy stored in a capacitor; Ohm’s law, resistivity, Kirchhoff’s laws, Wheatstone bridge, meter bridge, potentiometer, cells in series and parallel |
| Year 2 | Magnetism & Electromagnetic Induction; AC Circuits | Sub-topics — Click Here Biot-Savart law, Ampere’s law, magnetic force on moving charges; Faraday’s law, Lenz’s law; self and mutual inductance; AC circuits (LCR), resonance, transformers; electromagnetic waves |
| Year 2 | Modern Physics, Semiconductor Electronics & Communication | Sub-topics — Click Here Photoelectric effect; dual nature of radiation and matter; Bohr’s atomic model; nuclear fission and fusion, radioactivity; semiconductor devices (p-n junction diodes, transistors); logic gates; communication systems and modulation |
AP EAPCET Physics Chapter-wise Weightage
| Topic / Chapter Group | Approx. Weightage (%) | Approx. Questions (out of 40) |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanics (Motion, Laws of Motion, Work-Energy, Rotational Motion) | 25.00% | ~10 |
| Magnetism & Electromagnetic Induction | 10.00% | ~4 |
| Heat & Thermodynamics | 10.00% | ~4 |
| Electrostatics & Current Electricity | 9.17% | ~4 |
| Properties of Matter | 9.17% | ~4 |
| Waves & Oscillations | 9.17% | ~4 |
| Modern Physics & Nuclear Physics | 8.33% | ~3 |
| Optics (Ray & Wave) | 8.33% | ~3 |
| EM Waves & Communication Systems | 5.00% | ~2 |
| Units, Measurements & Physical World | 5.83% | ~2 |
AP EAPCET 2026 Syllabus for Chemistry
Chemistry carries 40 questions worth 40 marks. The Chemistry syllabus is common to both Engineering and Agriculture/Pharmacy streams. It is divided into Physical, Inorganic, and Organic Chemistry from AP Intermediate Year 1 and Year 2.
| Year | Branch | Chapters / Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 (Class 11) | Physical Chemistry | Sub-topics — Click Here Atomic Structure (Bohr’s model, quantum numbers, orbitals), Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties, Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure (ionic, covalent, VSEPR, hybridisation), States of Matter: Gases and Liquids, Stoichiometry, Thermodynamics (enthalpy, entropy, Gibbs energy), Chemical Equilibrium and Acids-Bases, Hydrogen and Its Compounds (water, hydrogen peroxide) |
| Year 1 | Inorganic Chemistry | Sub-topics — Click Here The s-Block Elements (Alkali Metals and Alkaline Earth Metals, their oxides, hydroxides and salts), p-Block Elements — Groups 13 and 14 (Boron family, Carbon family), Environmental Chemistry |
| Year 1 | Organic Chemistry | Sub-topics — Click Here Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry (nomenclature, isomerism, reaction intermediates), Hydrocarbons (Alkanes, Alkenes, Alkynes, Aromatic Hydrocarbons, IUPAC naming), Practical Organic Chemistry |
| Year 2 (Class 12) | Physical Chemistry | Sub-topics — Click Here Solid State (crystal systems, defects), Solutions (molarity, molality, colligative properties, osmosis), Electrochemistry (cell reactions, EMF, Nernst equation, conductance), Chemical Kinetics (rate laws, order of reaction, activation energy), Surface Chemistry (adsorption, colloids, emulsions) |
| Year 2 | Inorganic Chemistry | Sub-topics — Click Here General Principles of Metallurgy (extraction, refining), p-Block Elements Groups 15–18 (nitrogen family, oxygen family, halogens, noble gases), d- and f-Block Elements (transition metals, lanthanides), Coordination Compounds (Werner’s theory, IUPAC nomenclature, isomerism, bonding) |
| Year 2 | Organic Chemistry | Sub-topics — Click Here Haloalkanes and Haloarenes, Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers, Aldehydes and Ketones, Carboxylic Acids, Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen (Amines, Diazonium Salts), Biomolecules (Carbohydrates, Proteins, Vitamins, Nucleic Acids), Polymers, Chemistry in Everyday Life |
AP EAPCET Chemistry Chapter-wise Weightage
| Topic Group | Approx. Weightage (%) | Approx. Questions (out of 40) |
|---|---|---|
| Organic Chemistry — Functional Groups (Year 2) | 17.50% | ~7 |
| Inorganic Chemistry (s/p/d/f Blocks, Metallurgy) | 15.00% | ~6 |
| Basic Concepts (Stoichiometry, Atomic Structure, Bonding) | 12.50% | ~5 |
| Physical & Chemical Equilibrium (Thermodynamics, Kinetics) | 10.00% | ~4 |
| States of Matter & Solutions (Colligative Properties) | 8.33% | ~3 |
| Electrochemistry & Surface Chemistry | 8.33% | ~3 |
| Coordination Compounds & Metallurgy | 8.33% | ~3 |
| Hydrocarbons & Basic Organic (Year 1) | 7.50% | ~3 |
| Biomolecules, Polymers & Chemistry in Everyday Life | 7.50% | ~3 |
| Hydrogen & Environmental Chemistry | 5.00% | ~2 |
AP EAPCET 2026 Syllabus for Botany (Agriculture/Pharmacy Stream)
Botany carries 40 questions worth 40 marks in the Agriculture and Pharmacy stream. The topics are drawn from AP Intermediate Year 1 and Year 2 Botany curriculum.
| Year | Unit | Chapters / Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 (Class 11) | Diversity in the Living World | Sub-topics — Click Here The Living World (classification, nomenclature), Biological Classification (Five-Kingdom system), Plant Kingdom — Algae, Bryophytes, Pteridophytes, Gymnosperms, Angiosperms; Families of Flowering Plants |
| Year 1 | Structural Organisation in Plants | Sub-topics — Click Here Morphology of Flowering Plants (Root, Stem, Leaf, Inflorescence, Flower, Fruit, Seed); Anatomy of Flowering Plants (Plant Tissues, Tissue Systems, Cross-sections of root, stem, and leaf) |
| Year 1 | Cell Structure and Function | Sub-topics — Click Here Cell: The Unit of Life (prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, cell organelles), Cell Cycle and Cell Division (Mitosis, Meiosis, their significance), Biomolecules (Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, Nucleic Acids, Enzymes) |
| Year 1 | Plant Physiology | Sub-topics — Click Here Transport in Plants (osmosis, plasmolysis, transpiration, guttation, translocation), Mineral Nutrition (essential elements, deficiency symptoms, nitrogen fixation), Photosynthesis in Higher Plants (light reactions, Calvin cycle, C4 pathway, photorespiration), Respiration in Plants (glycolysis, Krebs cycle, ETC), Plant Growth and Development (phytohormones, photoperiodism, vernalisation) |
| Year 2 (Class 12) | Reproduction in Plants | Sub-topics — Click Here Reproduction in Organisms (asexual and sexual reproduction modes), Sexual Reproduction in Flowering Plants (stamen, pistil, pollen, pollination, double fertilisation, embryo development, seed and fruit formation), Apomixis, Polyembryony |
| Year 2 | Genetics and Evolution | Sub-topics — Click Here Principles of Inheritance and Variation (Mendel’s Laws, chromosomal theory of inheritance, linkage, crossing over, sex determination, mutations), Molecular Basis of Inheritance (DNA structure and replication, transcription, translation, gene regulation), Evolution (theories of evolution, origin of life, Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium) |
| Year 2 | Plant Biotechnology & Ecology | Sub-topics — Click Here Microbes in Human Welfare (biogas, biofertilisers, antibiotics, industrial microbiology), Biotechnology: Principles and Processes (recombinant DNA technology, cloning vectors), Biotechnology and its Applications in Agriculture and Medicine; Organisms and Populations, Ecosystem (energy flow, nutrient cycling), Biodiversity and Conservation, Environmental Issues |
AP EAPCET 2026 Syllabus for Zoology (Agriculture/Pharmacy Stream)
Zoology carries 40 questions worth 40 marks in the Agriculture and Pharmacy stream. Topics span animal diversity, human anatomy and physiology, genetics, reproduction, and applied biology.
| Year | Unit | Chapters / Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 (Class 11) | Animal Diversity — Invertebrates & Chordates | Sub-topics — Click Here Invertebrate Phyla: Porifera, Cnidaria, Platyhelminthes, Nematoda, Annelida, Arthropoda, Mollusca, Echinodermata; Phylum Chordata: Sub-phyla classification, salient features of each class (Cyclostomata, Chondrichthyes, Osteichthyes, Amphibia, Reptilia, Aves, Mammalia) |
| Year 1 | Structural Organisation in Animals | Sub-topics — Click Here Type Study of Cockroach (Periplaneta americana): Morphology and Anatomy; Animal Tissues: Epithelial (types and functions), Connective (types: loose, dense, cartilage, bone), Muscular (skeletal, cardiac, smooth), Neural (neuron structure) |
| Year 1 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | Sub-topics — Click Here Digestion and Absorption (alimentary canal, digestive glands, process of digestion, absorption, disorders); Breathing and Exchange of Gases (respiratory system, mechanism of breathing, transport of gases); Body Fluids and Circulation (composition of blood and lymph, cardiac cycle, ECG, blood groups, disorders); Excretory Products and Elimination (nephron structure, urine formation, regulation, haemodialysis) |
| Year 1 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | Sub-topics — Click Here Locomotion and Movement (muscle contraction, skeletal system, joints, disorders like arthritis, osteoporosis); Neural Control and Coordination (central and peripheral nervous system, reflex action, sense organs — eye and ear); Chemical Coordination and Integration (endocrine glands, hormones, feedback mechanisms, disorders) |
| Year 2 (Class 12) | Animal Reproduction | Sub-topics — Click Here Human Reproduction (male and female reproductive systems, gametogenesis, fertilisation, implantation, embryonic development, parturition, lactation); Reproductive Health (contraceptive methods, STDs, infertility, ART) |
| Year 2 | Genetics, Evolution & Human Health | Sub-topics — Click Here Principles of Inheritance and Variation (Mendel’s laws, chromosomal basis, sex determination, linkage); Molecular Basis of Inheritance (DNA replication, transcription, translation, human genome project); Evolution; Human Health and Disease (immunity, HIV/AIDS, cancer, drugs and alcohol abuse), Strategies for Enhancement of Food Production (animal husbandry, plant breeding, biofortification), Microbes in Human Welfare |
| Year 2 | Applied Biology & Ecology | Sub-topics — Click Here Biotechnology and its Applications (transgenic animals, gene therapy, ethical issues in biotechnology); Organisms and Populations (population interactions); Ecosystem (productivity, decomposition, energy flow, nutrient cycling); Biodiversity and Conservation; Environmental Issues (pollution, deforestation, greenhouse effect) |
AP EAPCET 2026 Chapter-wise Weightage: Subject-wise Summary
Based on previous year AP EAPCET paper trends, the table below shows subject-wise high-weightage areas to prioritise in your preparation.
| Subject | High-Weightage Chapters / Groups | Total Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics (Engineering only) | Coordinate Geometry (~31%), Calculus (~12.5%), Trigonometry (~10.4%) | 80 | 80 |
| Physics (Both streams) | Mechanics (~25%), Magnetism & EMI (~10%), Thermodynamics (~10%) | 40 | 40 |
| Chemistry (Both streams) | Organic Functional Groups (~17.5%), Inorganic Blocks (~15%), Stoichiometry (~12.5%) | 40 | 40 |
| Botany (Agriculture/Pharmacy only) | Plant Physiology, Genetics & Molecular Biology, Plant Reproduction | 40 | 40 |
| Zoology (Agriculture/Pharmacy only) | Human Anatomy & Physiology, Animal Diversity, Genetics & Evolution | 40 | 40 |
AP EAPCET 2026 Exam Pattern
AP EAPCET 2026 is a Computer-Based Test (CBT) with 160 objective-type multiple choice questions. The total duration is 3 hours. There is no negative marking — attempt all questions.
Engineering Stream (MPC) — Exam Pattern
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks | Share of Paper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 80 | 80 | 50% |
| Physics | 40 | 40 | 25% |
| Chemistry | 40 | 40 | 25% |
| Total | 160 | 160 | 100% |
Agriculture & Pharmacy Stream (BiPC) — Exam Pattern
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks | Share of Paper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Botany | 40 | 40 | 25% |
| Zoology | 40 | 40 | 25% |
| Physics | 40 | 40 | 25% |
| Chemistry | 40 | 40 | 25% |
| Total | 160 | 160 | 100% |
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Duration | 3 Hours (180 minutes) |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs — 4 options, 1 correct) |
| Total Questions | 160 |
| Total Marks | 160 |
| Marks per Correct Answer | +1 |
| Marks for Wrong / Unanswered | 0 (No negative marking) |
| Medium of Exam | English, Telugu, Urdu |
Best Books for AP EAPCET 2026 Preparation
Start with the AP Intermediate textbooks for Year 1 and Year 2 as your primary resource. Supplement with these reference books for deeper concept clarity and additional practice questions.
| Subject | Book Name | Author / Publisher | Why This Book |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | EAPCET Mathematics | Arihant Experts | AP-specific topic coverage with chapter-wise previous year questions and mock tests |
| Mathematics | Cengage Mathematics (Series) | G. Tewani | Deep conceptual coverage for Coordinate Geometry and Calculus — the two highest-weightage areas |
| Mathematics | Handbook of Mathematics | Arihant Experts | Quick-revision formulae reference for all chapters |
| Physics | Concepts of Physics (Vol. 1 & 2) | H.C. Verma | Builds strong conceptual base for Mechanics, Electrostatics, and Thermodynamics |
| Physics | EAPCET Physics | Arihant Experts | AP Intermediate-aligned content with chapter-wise solved AP EAMCET papers |
| Chemistry | Physical and Inorganic Chemistry | O.P. Tandon | Comprehensive coverage of Physical and Inorganic topics; ideal for Electrochemistry and d-block elements |
| Chemistry | Organic Chemistry | Morrison & Boyd | Best reference for Organic Chemistry reaction mechanisms and functional group conversions |
| Botany | EAPCET Crash Course — Botany | Annapurna Experts | AP Intermediate-specific content with quick revision notes for all BiPC Botany units |
| Zoology | Complete Biology for NEET and Medical Entrance Exams | Das Gupta / B.B. Arora | Detailed coverage of Human Physiology and Animal Diversity; strong practice questions |
How to Download AP EAPCET 2026 Syllabus PDF
Follow these steps to download the official AP EAPCET 2026 Syllabus PDF directly from the APSCHE portal.
- Visit the official website: cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/EAPCET.
- Look for the "Syllabus" or "Information Bulletin" link on the homepage or under the AP EAPCET section.
- Select your stream — Engineering (MPC) or Agriculture & Pharmacy (BiPC).
- Click the syllabus link — a PDF will open in a new browser tab.
- Press Ctrl + S (Windows) or Cmd + S (Mac) to save the PDF to your device.
- Alternatively, click the download icon in the PDF viewer toolbar to save the file locally.
Note: Always download from the official APSCHE website to ensure you have the authoritative and updated version of the syllabus.
AP EAPCET 2026 Preparation Tips
Scoring 100 or above out of 160 generally qualifies you for top Engineering and Agriculture colleges in Andhra Pradesh. Focus first on high-weightage chapters and back every concept with previous year papers.
Mathematics Preparation Tips
- Coordinate Geometry accounts for ~31% of the Mathematics section — it is the single most important cluster in the entire Engineering paper. Master Circles, Conics, and Pair of Straight Lines before anything else.
- Solve at least 5 previous year papers focused only on Mathematics to measure your accuracy per chapter.
- Calculus questions in AP EAPCET test conceptual understanding more than formula recall. Practice differentiation applications and definite integrals from scratch rather than memorising shortcuts.
- Allocate 50–55% of your daily Mathematics practice time to Coordinate Geometry and Calculus combined.
- You get 180 minutes for 160 questions. Use the first 100 minutes on Mathematics, then switch to Physics and Chemistry.
Physics Preparation Tips
- Mechanics, Thermodynamics, and Magnetism together account for over 45% of Physics marks — prioritise these three areas without exception.
- Read the AP Intermediate Physics textbook for each chapter once to build the conceptual foundation before attempting practice questions.
- Physics in AP EAPCET is numerical-heavy. Practice at least 10–15 numerical problems per chapter from high-weightage areas.
- Prepare a one-page formula sheet for Waves, Oscillations, and Current Electricity. Revise it two days before the exam.
- For Modern Physics, focus on the photoelectric effect, Bohr’s model calculations, and radioactive decay — these yield direct 2-mark questions.
Chemistry Preparation Tips
- Organic Chemistry carries the highest single-group weightage in Chemistry (~17.5%). Focus on reaction mechanisms, named reactions, and functional group transformations.
- Inorganic Chemistry requires consistent memorisation. Prepare a one-page summary of periodic trends and d-block/p-block properties for daily revision.
- For Physical Chemistry, prioritise Stoichiometry, Thermodynamics, and Electrochemistry. These three areas appear in almost every AP EAPCET paper.
- Never skip Coordination Compounds — it reliably delivers 2–3 marks in Inorganic Chemistry with minimal effort once the nomenclature rules are clear.
Botany & Zoology Preparation Tips (Agriculture/Pharmacy Stream)
- Human Anatomy and Physiology (Zoology) and Plant Physiology (Botany) together deliver the highest question density in the BiPC stream. Read both chapters from the AP Intermediate textbooks and NCERT.
- Genetics and Molecular Biology appear in both Botany and Zoology with overlapping content. One thorough revision of Mendelian genetics, DNA structure, and central dogma covers both subjects simultaneously.
- Ecology and Environment (last units of both Botany and Zoology) are frequently asked and require only 2–3 days of focused study.
- The Agriculture and Pharmacy stream syllabus closely mirrors the NEET BiPC content — solving NEET previous year questions is highly effective practice for this stream.
AP EAPCET 2026 Syllabus FAQs
Ques. Is the AP EAPCET 2026 syllabus the same as the 2025 syllabus?
Ans. Yes. The AP EAPCET 2026 syllabus is unchanged from the 2025 syllabus. It continues to follow the Andhra Pradesh Intermediate (Class 11 and 12) curriculum for both MPC and BiPC streams. APSCHE has not announced any topic revisions for the 2026 cycle.
Ques. Which subject carries the highest weightage in AP EAPCET?
Ans. In the Engineering stream, Mathematics carries the highest weightage at 80 out of 160 marks (50%). In the Agriculture and Pharmacy stream, all four subjects — Botany, Zoology, Physics, and Chemistry — carry equal weightage of 40 marks (25%) each.
Ques. Is NCERT sufficient for AP EAPCET preparation?
Ans. The AP EAPCET syllabus is based on the AP Intermediate curriculum, not NCERT. NCERT Class 11 and 12 books overlap significantly with AP Intermediate content for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. For Mathematics, AP Intermediate textbooks differ from NCERT and should be your primary source. Use NCERT as a supplement — not as your only preparation material.
Ques. Where can I download the official AP EAPCET 2026 syllabus PDF?
Ans. Download the official AP EAPCET 2026 Syllabus PDF from the APSCHE portal at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/EAPCET. Separate PDFs are available for the Engineering (MPC) and Agriculture & Pharmacy (BiPC) streams.
Ques. Which are the most important chapters in Mathematics for AP EAPCET?
Ans. Coordinate Geometry is the most important cluster — it carries approximately 31% of the Mathematics section. Focus on Circles, Conics (Parabola, Ellipse, Hyperbola), and Pair of Straight Lines. Calculus (Limits, Differentiation, Integration) and Trigonometry follow as the second and third highest-weightage areas.
Ques. Has the AP EAPCET syllabus been revised for 2026?
Ans. No. The AP EAPCET 2026 syllabus has not been revised. It remains identical to previous years and continues to follow the AP Intermediate Year 1 and Year 2 curriculum without any addition or deletion of topics.
Ques. How many chapters are in the AP EAPCET 2026 syllabus?
Ans. The Engineering stream (MPC) covers approximately 70–75 chapters across Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. The Agriculture and Pharmacy stream (BiPC) covers approximately 60–65 chapters across Botany, Zoology, Physics, and Chemistry. Physics and Chemistry chapters (approximately 30 chapters) are common to both streams.
Ques. What books should I use for Chemistry in AP EAPCET?
Ans. Start with AP Intermediate Chemistry textbooks (Year 1 and Year 2). For Physical and Inorganic Chemistry, use O.P. Tandon’s book. For Organic Chemistry, Morrison & Boyd’s Organic Chemistry builds strong mechanistic understanding. EAPCET Chemistry by Arihant Experts is useful for AP-specific practice questions.
Ques. Is Organic Chemistry in the AP EAPCET syllabus?
Ans. Yes. Organic Chemistry is an important part of the AP EAPCET Chemistry syllabus. Year 1 covers Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry and Hydrocarbons. Year 2 covers Haloalkanes and Haloarenes, Alcohols, Aldehydes, Ketones, Carboxylic Acids, Amines, Biomolecules, Polymers, and Chemistry in Everyday Life. Organic Chemistry typically contributes approximately 17.5% of Chemistry marks.
Ques. Is there negative marking in AP EAPCET 2026?
Ans. No. AP EAPCET 2026 has no negative marking. Each correct answer earns 1 mark. Incorrect or unanswered questions receive 0 marks. You should attempt every question without any penalty risk.
Ques. Does AP EAPCET have the same Physics and Chemistry syllabus for Engineering and Agriculture streams?
Ans. Yes. Physics (40 marks) and Chemistry (40 marks) are common to both the Engineering (MPC) and Agriculture & Pharmacy (BiPC) streams. The topic list, chapter coverage, and weightage for Physics and Chemistry are identical across both streams — drawn from AP Intermediate Year 1 and Year 2.
Ques. How many months are needed to prepare for AP EAPCET?
Ans. If you start after completing Class 12, a structured 4–6 month plan is sufficient. Spend the first 2 months covering all syllabus topics; months 3–4 on revision and high-weightage chapters; months 5–6 on previous year papers and full mock tests. If the Intermediate curriculum is already complete, 2–3 months of focused revision and practice is adequate.
Source: APSCHE — AP EAPCET Official Website
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.








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