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The Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agriculture and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test (AP EAPCET) 2026 is the premier state-level entrance exam for admission into Engineering, Bio-Technology, B.Pharmacy, and B.Sc (Agricultural Sciences) courses. Conducted by JNTU Kakinada on behalf of APSCHE, it is the gateway to top professional colleges in Andhra Pradesh.
AP EAPCET 2026 Highlights
Registration Fees (Approx)
AP EAPCET 2026 Important Dates
- Official Notification: February 3, 2026
- Online Application Starts: February 4, 2026
- Last Date (Without Late Fee): March 7, 2026
- Late Fee ₹1000 Last Date: March 12, 2026
- Late Fee ₹2000 Last Date: March 17, 2026
- Late Fee ₹4000 Last Date: March 21, 2026
- Late Fee ₹10000 Last Date: March 26, 2026
- Correction Window: March 26-28, 2026
- Hall Ticket Download: April 28, 2026
- Engineering Exam Dates: May 12-15 & May 18, 2026
- Agriculture & Pharmacy Exam: May 19-20, 2026
- Preliminary Key Release: May 23, 2026
- Objection Deadline: May 25, 2026
- Results (Tentative): June 1, 2026
Note: These dates are confirmed as per the official notification released on February 3, 2026.
AP EAPCET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements to apply:
Nationality & Domicile:
- Indian Nationals / PIO / OCI card holders.
- Must belong to Andhra Pradesh / Telangana and satisfy local status requirements.
Educational Qualifications:
- Engineering: 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry. Minimum 45% marks (40% for reserved categories).
- Agriculture & Pharmacy: 10+2 with Biology, Physics, and Chemistry.
- Candidates appearing for final year exams in 2026 are also eligible.
Age Limit:
Candidates should have completed 16 years of age as of 31st December 2026. There is no upper age limit for Engineering.
How to Apply for AP EAPCET 2026
Applications will be accepted online only through the official APSCHE website.
Official Link: cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/EAPCET
- Fee Payment: Visit the official website cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/EAPCET and pay the registration fee.
- Check Payment Status: Verify your payment status using your hall ticket number and mobile number.
- Fill Application: Complete the application form with personal and academic details.
- Print Application: Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
AP EAPCET 2026 Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics / Biology | 80 | 80 |
| Physics | 40 | 40 |
| Chemistry | 40 | 40 |
| Total | 160 | 160 |
The exam duration is 3 Hours. There is no negative marking.