The APSCHE has released the exam schedule in the AP PGECET Notification 2026. The exam is scheduled to be held from 28th to 30 April 2026.
- The registration process started on feb 6 and will go on till 23rd March (with a late fee).
- The test will be conducted in online CBT mode, with MCQs in the English language.
- Candidates must have at least 50% marks in their relevant bachelor's degrees.
| Check out the official notification regarding Exam Schedule - Click Here |
After the registrations, the APSCHE will activate the correction window. The correction facility will be made available from March 24 -25, 2026. Candidates are advised to keep checking the official website of APSCHE.
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When will the AP PGECET 2026 exam be held?
The APSCHE has released the official notification regarding the dates. The application process began on 6th Feb. The last date to apply without a late fee is 6th March. Candidates are advised to go through all the dates to plan accordingly.
| Activity | Date & Day |
|---|---|
| Date of Notification in the Newspapers | 04-02-2026 (Wednesday) |
| Commencement of submission of Online Applications | 06-02-2026 (Friday) |
| Last date for submission of Online Applications without a late fee | 06-03-2026 (Friday) |
| Last date for submission of Online Applications with a late fee of ₹10,000 | 23-03-2026 (Monday) |
| Date of Examination | 28-04-2026 (Tuesday), 29-04-2026 (Wednesday) & 30-04-2026 (Thursday) |
Source: Official AP PGECET 2026 Notification
Ques. What is the last date for applying for the AP PGECET 2026 exam?
Ans. The last date for applying is 6th March 2026; the students can also apply till 23rd March with a late fee (10000 Max).
AP PGECET 2026 Exam Key Highlights
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Engineering Common Entrance Test – 2026 (APPGECET-2026) |
| Conducted By | Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, on behalf of APSCHE (Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education) |
| Purpose | Entrance exam for admission into M.Tech., M.Pharm. & Pharm.D (PB) programs in Andhra Pradesh state institutions |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (Online) |
| Total Marks | 120 marks (120 questions) |
| Question Type | Objective Multiple Choice Questions |
| Language | English |
| Negative Marking | None |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks | 25% (30 out of 120) (no minimum for SC/ST) |
| Eligibility | Indian Nationals; AP local/non-local status as per AP Govt orders; relevant bachelor’s degree with required minimum marks |
Source: Official AP PGECET 2026 Notification
Ques. Who is the conducting authority for the AP PGECET 2026 exam?
Ans. Andhra University (Vishakhapatnam) is conducting this exam on behalf of APSCHE.
Ques. What does AP PGECET stand for?
Ans. AP PGECET stands for Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Engineering Common Entrance Test.
AP PGECET 2026 Registration Dates
The application process has started for this exam on 6th Feb. All the interested students who want to apply should visit the official website of APSCHE now.
- Candidates are advised to fill out the online application form before 6th March 2026 to avoid a late fee.
- After 6th March, candidates can fill out the application form by paying the relevant late fee.
| Activity | Date & Day |
|---|---|
| Date of Notification in the Newspapers | 04-02-2026 (Wednesday) |
| Commencement of submission of Online Applications | 06-02-2026 (Friday) |
| Last date for submission of Online Applications without a late fee | 06-03-2026 (Friday) |
| Last date for submission of Online Applications with a late fee of ₹1,000 | 11-03-2026 (Wednesday) |
| Last date for submission of Online Applications with a late fee of ₹2,000 | 16-03-2026 (Monday) |
| Last date for submission of Online Applications with a late fee of ₹4,000 | 19-03-2026 (Thursday) |
| Last date for submission of Online Applications with late fee of ₹10,000 | 23-03-2026 (Monday) |
Source: Official AP PGECET 2026 Notification
Ques. What is the final date for applying with a late fee for AP PGECET 2026?
Ans. The Final date for applying is 23rd March 2026, with a 10000 rs as a late fee. After that, candidates will not be able to apply and access the registration portal, and links will be removed.
AP PGECET 2026 Correction window date
After the last date of registration, candidates will be given a chance to rectify any mistakes in the filled application form (if any were made during the application process).
- It is important to note that only certain changes are allowed.
- Information like Name, father's name, signature, and photo can not be changed during the correction window on the portal itself.
- However, candidates can send a request to helpdeskappgecet@apsche.org to change crucial information.
| Event | Date and Day |
|---|---|
| Last date for submission of Online Applications with late fee of ₹10,000 | 23-03-2026 (Monday) |
| Correction of online application data already submitted | 24-03-2026 (Tuesday) & 25-03-2026 (Wednesday) |
Source: Official AP PGECET 2026 Notification regarding correction window
Ques. Can I change may Name in the correction window available in the AP PGECET 2026 exam?
Ans. No, to change your name, you have to submit a request to CONVENOR APPGCECT-2026 to their official email with a scanned copy at helpdeskappgecet@apsche.org.
AP PGECET 2026 Admit Card Date
Admit cards for the AP PGECET exam will be made available for the students who have submitted the application form on time with the required application fee.
| Particular | Date and day |
|---|---|
| Downloading Hall-Tickets | 15-04-2026 (Wednesday) |
Source: Official AP PGECET 2026 Notification
Ques. Will I get my admit card for AP PGECT 2026 exam by post at my permanent address?
Ans. No, the admit card (Hall ticket) will be made available only on the official portal, and candidates have to download it and take a printout.
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AP PGECET 2026 Exam Day Schedule
The exam will be conducted across multiple days and shifts. Candidates are required to check their shift timing on their Hall ticket. Based on previous years' conventions, there will be two shifts per day. The following exam day schedule is expected this year.
| Shift | Reporting Time | Entry Closes | Exam Time | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forenoon (FN) | 07:30 AM | 08:30 AM | 9:00 AM – 11:00 Noon | 2 Hours |
| Afternoon (AN) | 12:30 PM | 01:30 PM | 2:00 PM – 04:00 PM | 2 Hours |
Ques. How many shifts will be there during exam dates?
Ans. It is expected that there will be 2 slots per exam day, based on past years' trend.
Ques. Where can I find my exam day slot details for the AP PGECET 2026 exam?
Ans. Candidates can find their exam timing and shift details in their respective Hall Tickets.
AP PGECET 2026 Answer Key date
Once the exam is over and APSCHE board will release the primary answer key and will invite objections to questions. Candidates are advised to keep track of these dates in order to file an objection (if they deem fit).
| Event | Date and Day |
|---|---|
| Release of Preliminary Key | 06-05-2026 (Wednesday) |
| Last date for receiving Objections on the Preliminary Key | 08-05-2026 (Friday) |
Source: Official AP PGECET 2026 Notification
Note: - The required fee to be paid for each objection raised on a question is Rs. 300/-, and the same is refundable for a valid objection only. The decision of the committee onthe validity of the objection is final, and no further correspondence will be entertained.
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Ques. Can I raise an objection to the answer provided in the answer key, which is officially released by APSCHE for the AP PGECET 2026 exam?
Ans. Yes, you can raise an objection by submitting a required fee on the official portal for each question.
Ques. What is the fee for filing objections to the answer key in AP PGECT 2026?
Ans. The APSCHE board charges 300/- for each question objection. If your objection is found to be correct by the decision committee, then your submitted amount will be returned to you.
AP PGECET 2026 Result Date
The AP PGECET 2026 exam result will be announced one week after the objections to the primary answer key are closed on 14th May 2026.
| Event | Date and Day |
|---|---|
| Results Release | 14-05-2026 (Thursday) |
AP PGECET 2026 Counselling date
This year, the counselling date for AP PGECET 2026 is likely to begin in the month of July. However, for candidates to plan and prepare for counselling, tentative dates regarding the counselling process are given in the table below: -
| Stage | Tentative Timeline (2026) |
|---|---|
| Registration & Fee Payment | Mid-July to Early August 2026 |
| Certificate Verification | Mid-July to Early August 2026 |
| Web Option Entry | Late July to Early August 2026 |
| Seat Allotment | Late August 2026 |
Note: AP PGECET counselling will be conducted separately for both AP PGECET and GATE/GPAT students.
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AP PGECET Counselling: Check Dates, Process, Documents Required, etc.
FAQs
Ques. Is there negative marking in AP PGECET 2026?
Ans. No, there is no negative marking in the AP PGECET 2026 exam.
Ques. What is the exam pattern of AP PGECET 2026?
Ans. The exam consists of 120 multiple-choice questions, carrying a total of 120 marks, with a duration of 2 hours. The question paper will be in English.
Ques. Is there sectional timing in the AP PGECET paper?
Ans. No, there is no sectional timing. Candidates can attempt questions in any order within 120 minutes.
Ques. Is there any reservation policy in AP PGECET 2026?
Ans. Yes, reservations apply as per Andhra Pradesh state government norms.
Ques. Can I edit my application form after submission?
Ans. Yes, APSCHE provides a correction window for limited fields after the registration closes.
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