The Andhra University will release the AP ICET 2026 notification soon. The examination is held annually for admission to the MBA and MCA programs. However, as of now, no dates have been released online regarding the release of the AP ICET online form 2026. Candidates looking for admission have to meet the Andhra Pradesh ICET eligibility criteria. The AP ICET apply online link will activate at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in tentatively in March 2026.
APICET 2026 Important Dates
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Events |
AP ICET 2026 Important Dates |
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AP ICET Notification 2026 Release |
Last week of February 2026 |
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AP ICET registration 2026 begins |
First week of March 2026 |
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AP ICET 2026 registration last date |
First week of April 2026 |
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AP ICET Application form submission with late fee of INR 1000 to INR 10,000 |
April 2026 |
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AP ICET 2026 Mock Test |
Third week of April 2026 |
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AP ICET 2026 Application Form correction |
last week of April 2026 |
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AP ICET Hall Ticket 2026 Link |
First week of May 2026 |
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AP ICET 2026 Exam |
Second week of May 2026 |
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AP ICET 2026 preliminary answer key |
Second week of May 2026 |
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Last Date for Submitting Objections to ICET key 2026 |
Second week of May 2026 |
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Declaration of AP ICET 2026 Result |
Third week of May 2026 |
APICET Notification 2026
The AP ICET Notification 2026 will be released soon online. As of now, no dates have been announced regarding the release of the notification PDF. However, it is expected that the AP ICET 2026 Notification PDF will be announced in the last week of February 2026. The examination is held annually for admission to MBA or MCA course offered by participating colleges.
APICET Eligibility Criteria 2026
- There is no age limit to apply for the AP ICET 2026 examination
- Candidates must have completed a Bachelor’s degree in any subject to apply for the examination.
APICET 2026 Application Form
Step 1: Visit the Official Website
- Go to the official AP ICET portal: cets.apsche.ap.gov.in
- Click on “AP ICET 2026” and then select “Application Registration”.
Step 2: Pay the Application Fee
- Click on “Fee Payment”.
- Enter your basic details such as:
- Name
- Mobile number
- Date of birth
- Category
- Qualifying exam details
- Choose your payment method (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI).
- Complete the fee payment and note the Payment ID for future use.
Step 3: Check Fee Payment Status
- After payment, click “Know Your Payment Status”.
- Enter your Payment ID and other details to confirm successful payment.
Step 4: Fill the Online Application Form
- Click on “Fill AP ICET 2026 Application Form”.
- Enter all required details:
- Personal details (Name, DOB, Gender, Category, etc.)
- Address and contact information
- Educational qualifications
- Exam centre preferences (Usually up to 3 centres)
- Double-check all information before submitting.
Step 5: Upload Scanned Documents
Upload the required documents in the correct format:
- Passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Category/Income certificates (if applicable)
- Other supporting documents
Ensure the image size and format match the guidelines mentioned on the website.
Step 6: Submit the Application Form
- Review the entire form carefully.
- Click “Submit” to complete the process.
Step 7: Download and Print the Application Form
After submission, download the filled-in application form and take a print out of the same.
APICET Application Fee 2026
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Specifications |
AP ICET 2026 Application Fee |
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Fee Amount |
INR 650 |
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Application Fee for BC |
INR 600 |
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Application Fee for SC/ST |
INR 550 |
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Late fee |
INR 1000 + registration fee |
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Late fee |
INR 2000 + registration fee |
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Late fee |
INR 4000 + registration fee |
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Late fee |
INR 10000 + registration fee |
APICET 2026 Exam Pattern
- The APICET 2026 will be held in online mode
- As per the AP ICET exam pattern, the exam will be held for 150 minutes
- The exam will be held in English Language
- There will be no negative marking for the wrong answers
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Sections |
No. of Questions |
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Section A: Analytical Ability |
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(i) Data Sufficiency |
20 |
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((ii) Problem Solving |
55 |
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Total |
75 |
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Section B: Mathematical Ability |
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(i) Arithmetical Ability |
35 |
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(ii) Algebraically and Geometrical Ability |
10 |
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(iii) Statistical Ability |
10 |
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Total |
55 |
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Section C: Communication Ability |
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(i) Vocabulary |
15 |
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(ii) Business and Computer Terminology |
20 |
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(iii) Functional Grammar |
15 |
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(iv) Reading Comprehension |
20 |
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Total |
70 |
APICET 2026 Syllabus
The APICET 2026 syllabus has been released online for all the candidates. One who wish to write the exam can refer to the table below to know about the topics they need to prepare for the AP ICET exam 2026.
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Section |
Sub-Areas |
Topics Covered |
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Analytical Ability |
Data Sufficiency |
Problems on data sufficiency Questions based on two statements Identifying whether the data is enough to answer the question |
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Problem Solving |
Sequences and Series (Analogies, Alphabet series, Number series) Coding–Decoding Date, Time & Arrangement Problems - Mathematical Ability (Ratios Percentages Profit-Loss Partnership, Mensuration) Data Analysis (Tables, Bar graphs, Pie charts, Line graphs) |
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Mathematical Ability |
Arithmetical Ability |
Numbers & Number System Ratio & Proportion LCM & HCF Profit & Loss Simple & Compound Interest Time & Work Time, Speed & Distance |
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Algebra & Geometry |
Basic Algebraic Expressions & Equations Progressions (Arithmetic & Geometric) Inequalities & Functions Co-ordinate Geometry Lines & Angles Triangles & Polygons |
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Statistical Ability |
Averages Mean, Median, Mode Permutation & Combination Probability Frequency Distributions |
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Communication Ability |
Vocabulary |
Synonyms Antonyms One-word substitutions Words & their meanings |
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Functional Grammar |
Articles, Prepositions Tenses Sentence correction Common grammatical errors |
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Reading Comprehension |
Short & long passages Questions on ideas, themes, and contextual meanings |
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Business & Computer Terminology |
Business environment terms Computer basics & terminology Common business expressions |
APICET 2026 Admit Card
The candidates will need to download their AP ICET hall ticket 2026 from the official website before appearing for the exam. The AP ICET 2026 admit card is expected to be made available in the last week of April 2026. It will include all key details such as the candidate’s name, roll number, exam centre address, and the scheduled exam timings. Also, the candidates must carry their AP ICET hall ticket 2026 along with a valid photo ID on the exam day.
APICET 2026 Result
The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) will declare the AP ICET 2026 result soon. The authorities will activate the download link of the AP ICET rank card on the official website: cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. The candidates must enter their registration number, hall ticket number, and date of birth to download their scorecard. The AP ICET rank card will display the candidate’s score and the rank obtained in the entrance exam.
APICET 2026 Mock Test
APSCHE will release the AP ICET 2026 mock test shortly after the official notification is announced. Candidates must attempt the AP ICET mock test before the examination once the link is active. Attempting the mock test for AP ICET 2026 mock helps candidates to understand the exam pattern and online test interface. The AP ICET 2026 mock test is not available yet.
APICET 2026 Cut Off Marks
There is no fixed cut-off for the AP ICET exam. However, the authorities follow a Minimum Qualifying Marks rule. Candidates from the General Category must secure at least 50 marks (25%) to be included in the merit list. The cut off marks list for the APICET 2026 will be released by all the colleges separately. Go through the table below to know about the expected cut off marks.
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Category |
AP ICET Cut Off Marks 2025 |
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General |
50 (25%) |
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SC/ST |
Not Applicable |
APICET Previous Year Question Papers
AP ICET Previous Year Question Papers help students see how the real exam looks. These papers show the type of questions asked in each section and the level of difficulty. By solving them, candidates understand which topics are easy and which ones need more practice. The papers also help students improve speed and get used to the exam pattern.
APICET 2026 Counselling
The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) will begin the AP ICET 2026 counselling process soon after the results are announced. Only candidates who qualify the AP ICET exam will be allowed to register for AP ICET counselling 2026 through the official website icet-sche.aptonline.in.
Interested applicants must complete the online counselling registration to take part in the MBA admission process for the 2026–27 academic year. The entire AP ICET counselling procedure is conducted online, where candidates need to upload the necessary documents and fill in their preferred colleges and courses online. More than 50 colleges across Andhra Pradesh accept AP ICET 2026 scores for MBA admissions.
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Colleges Participating in APICET 2026 Exam |
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Sagi Ramakrishnamraju Engineering College (SRKREC), Bhimavaram |
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Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering - SVEC, Tirupati |
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Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati |
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Sree Vidyanikethan Engineering College (SVEC), Tirupati |
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Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University or JNTU Kakinada |
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Dr Lankapalli Bullayya College, Visakhapatnam |
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Lakireddy Bali Reddy College of Engineering (LBRCE), Krishna |
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Andhra University (AU), Visakhapatnam |
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Velagapudi Ramakrishna Siddhartha Engineering College (VRSEC), Vijayawada |
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Annamacharya Institute of Technology And Science (AITS), Kadapa |
FAQs About APICET
Q.1. When will the AP ICET 2026 application form be released?
The AP ICET 2026 application form will be released soon after APSCHE publishes the official notification.
Q.2. Can I edit my AP ICET 2026 application form after submission?
Yes, APSCHE usually opens a correction window for applicants to edit specific details. However, not all fields are allowed to be changed.
Q.3. What documents should I keep ready before filling out the AP ICET application?
Applicants should have their scanned photograph, signature, academic certificates, and category or income proof ready before filling out the AP ICET online form.
