AP PECET 2026 · Results Out · Counselling Watch
Andhra Pradesh Physical Education Common Entrance Test (APPECET)
B.P.Ed & D.P.Ed (2-year) admissions in physical education colleges across Andhra Pradesh
AP PECET (APPECET) 2026 exam applications are **closed** (13 Feb – 25 May 2026 late-fee track). PET & skill tests ran **3–8 June 2026** at ANU campus; **results / rank cards** remain on https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/PECET/. As of **9 September 2026**, the official day-by-day **web counselling** PDF for B.P.Ed / D.P.Ed is **still awaited**. Education trackers often place Phase-1 around **late September to early October 2026** — confirm only on the CET portal / newspaper notice before paying any counselling fee. No individual call letters.
Quick Overview 2026
| Full Form | Andhra Pradesh Physical Education Common Entrance Test (APPECET) |
|---|---|
| Academic Year | 2026–27 B.P.Ed / D.P.Ed admissions |
| Conducting Authority | Acharya Nagarjuna University, Guntur (for APSCHE) |
| Exam Application Window | 13 Feb – 25 May 2026 (closed; late-fee track) |
| Exam Application Fee | ₹900 (OC) · ₹800 (BC) · ₹700 (SC/ST) |
| Hall Tickets | 28 May 2026 onwards |
| PET & Skill Test | 3 – 8 June 2026 @ ANU campus (report 6:00 AM) |
| Results | About one week after last test day (~mid June 2026) |
| Total Test Marks | 500 (PET 400 + Skill 100; incentive up to 100 extra) |
| Qualifying Marks | 30% of 500 (150) for OC/BC; no minimum for SC/ST |
| Official Portal | cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/PECET |
| Counselling Status | Schedule awaited — late Sep–Oct 2026 watch (as of 9 Sep) |
| Helpdesk | helpdeskappecet@apsche.org · Office 0863-2346218 |
Latest Updates 2026
Counselling Schedule Still Awaited — Late Sep–Oct Watch
As of 9 September 2026, APSCHE / ANU has not locked a public day-by-day APPECET web-counselling calendar on cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/PECET. Rank cards remain downloadable. Education trackers often place Phase-1 around late September to early October 2026. Confirm only on the official CET portal before paying any counselling fee.
Clarification: Exam Registration Closed — Counselling Is Next
APPECET-2026 online exam applications are not open now. Official Important Dates show applications from 13 February 2026 through 25 May 2026 (late-fee track). What candidates should watch next is web counselling registration for B.P.Ed/D.P.Ed.
AP PECET 2026 Results & Rank Cards
Results announced per official schedule (one week after the last test day on 8 June 2026). Download rank card with registration number, hall ticket, and date of birth at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/PECET.
Physical Efficiency & Skill Tests Completed
APPECET 2026 PET and game skill tests held 3–8 June 2026 at Acharya Nagarjuna University campus. Candidates reported by 6:00 AM on allotted dates.
Hall Tickets Released
Hall tickets available for download from cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/PECET and via WhatsApp from 28 May 2026 onwards.
Exam Application Window Closed (Late-Fee Track Ended 25 May)
Official Important Dates: apply without late fee till 15 May 2026; with ₹1,000 late fee till 20 May; with ₹2,000 till 25 May; corrections 24–25 May. That exam registration cycle is over.
APPECET 2026 Online Exam Applications Opened
Online exam registration opened 13 February 2026 for B.P.Ed and D.P.Ed. Application fee ₹900 (OC), ₹800 (BC), ₹700 (SC/ST). That window later closed in May 2026.
AP PECET 2026 — Counselling Watch (Sep–Oct)
APPECET counselling is web-based (ANU for APSCHE) for B.P.Ed and D.P.Ed seats. Exam registration is over; candidates with a valid rank should watch for the counselling notification on https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/PECET/ and in newspapers. As of 9 September 2026 the locked day-by-day admissions schedule is still awaited — secondary guides often place Phase-1 registration / verification around late September to early October 2026, with web options and allotment in October. Treat day-by-day dates as provisional until APSCHE publishes the 2026 admissions instruction. No individual call letters.
What to do now
- Download APPECET 2026 rank card from cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/PECET (done for qualified candidates)
- Watch CET home + newspapers for the web-counselling notification / instruction booklet (still awaited as of 9 Sep)
- Complete counselling registration & processing fee when Phase-1 opens (tracked late Sep–early Oct 2026)
- Upload certificates for online verification as notified
- Exercise web options (college + B.P.Ed/D.P.Ed preferences) and use the change window if offered
- Download seat allotment order after publish day
- Self-report online, then report physically to the allotted college with originals
- Phase-2 / final / spot rounds follow only if vacant seats are notified
Keep ready
- APPECET 2026 rank card and hall ticket
- Qualifying exam pass certificate (degree for B.P.Ed / Inter for D.P.Ed)
- SSC and qualifying exam marks memos
- Study certificates and local/residence certificate
- Caste / category certificate (if applicable)
- Sports merit, NCC, or incentive-qualification certificates (if claimed)
- Income certificate (for fee reimbursement, if applicable)
- Aadhaar and passport-size photographs
Click here to download AP EAPCET 2026 instruction booklet (PDF)
Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Notification Released | 12 Feb 2026 | Done |
| Online Exam Application Opens | 13 Feb 2026 | Done |
| Apply Without Late Fee | 15 May 2026 | Done |
| Apply With Late Fee ₹1,000 | 20 May 2026 | Done |
| Apply With Late Fee ₹2,000 | 25 May 2026 | Done |
| Application Correction Window | 24 – 25 May 2026 | Done |
| Hall Ticket Download | 28 May 2026 onwards | Done |
| PET & Skill Test | 3 – 8 June 2026 (report by 6:00 AM) | Done |
| Results & Rank Card | ~15 June 2026 (per official schedule) | Done |
| Web Counselling Registration | Late Sep – early Oct 2026 — confirm official notice | Upcoming |
| Certificate Verification | Around counselling window — confirm official notice | Upcoming |
| Web Options & Seat Allotment | October 2026 tracked — confirm official notice | Tentative |
| Phase-2 / Final Counselling | Later Oct–Nov 2026 if notified | Tentative |
Eligibility Criteria
B.P.Ed: appeared/passed 3-year degree (AP or equivalent) and 19 years age on 1 Jul 2026. D.P.Ed: appeared/passed Intermediate (AP) and 16 years age on 1 Jul 2026. AP local/non-local rules apply. In-service PETs need not appear — apply via DSE channel.
- B.P.Ed: 3-year degree (appeared or passed) + 19 years age on 1 July 2026
- D.P.Ed: Intermediate (appeared or passed) + 16 years age on 1 July 2026
- Andhra Pradesh local/non-local status as per GO for 2026-27
- Pass certificate must be submitted at counselling
- In-service Physical Education Teachers (PETs) apply via DSE — no entrance test
- Distance-mode degrees from deemed/private universities not eligible unless UGC-DEC-AICTE approved
- Exam online application registration closed after 25 May 2026 — do not pay exam fee again; wait for counselling registration
Courses & Admissions
| Stream | Example Programmes |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate PE | B.P.Ed (2 years) — after graduation |
| Diploma PE | D.P.Ed (2 years) — after Intermediate |
Seat Allotment — How Merit Works
- Ranks are based on PET + skill-test marks (and notified incentive marks)
- OC/BC need about 30% of 500 (150 marks) to qualify; SC/ST have no minimum but need a valid rank
- Allotment uses rank + reservation + local area + web-options priority
- No individual counselling call letters — follow portal + newspaper notices
AP PECET vs AP EDCET
| Feature | AP PECET | AP EDCET |
|---|---|---|
| Course | B.P.Ed / D.P.Ed (physical education) | B.Ed / B.Ed Special Education |
| Test type | On-field PET + game skill | Online CBT (150 MCQs) |
| Portal | cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/PECET | cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/EDCET |
| Entry level | Inter (D.P.Ed) or Degree (B.P.Ed) | Graduation + methodology rules |
After Seat Allotment — Reporting Checklist
- Download rank card from cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/PECET
- Watch for web-counselling notification (not exam re-registration)
- Keep sports merit / NCC certificates ready if incentive marks were claimed
- Carry originals + photocopies for certificate verification
- Exercise web options carefully — changing game option at test was not permitted
- Report to allotted college within the notified deadline
Official Links
Frequently Asked Questions
What is AP PECET (APPECET) 2026?
AP PECET is the Physical Education Common Entrance Test for admission into B.P.Ed and D.P.Ed two-year courses in Andhra Pradesh. It is conducted by Acharya Nagarjuna University on behalf of APSCHE at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/PECET.
Are AP PECET 2026 registrations open now?
Exam online applications are closed. Official Important Dates show applications from 13 February 2026 through 25 May 2026 (with late fee). What may open next is counselling registration for seat allotment — watch cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/PECET; do not pay the exam application fee again.
What were the AP PECET 2026 exam application dates?
Per official Important Dates: applications started 13.02.2026; without late fee till 15.05.2026; with ₹1,000 late fee till 20.05.2026; with ₹2,000 till 25.05.2026; corrections 24–25.05.2026.
What is the AP PECET 2026 exam pattern?
The test has two parts: Physical Efficiency Test (400 marks) and Skill Test in one chosen game (100 marks). Men — 100m, shot put (6 kg), 800m, long/high jump; women — 100m, shot put (4 kg), 400m, long/high jump. Total 500 marks plus up to 100 incentive marks for sports/NCC distinctions.
What are AP PECET 2026 qualifying marks?
OC and BC candidates need 30% of aggregate test marks (150 out of 500). SC and ST candidates have no minimum qualifying marks but must obtain a valid rank for counselling.
Who is eligible for B.P.Ed through AP PECET?
Candidates who appeared or passed a 3-year degree from an AP-recognised university and completed 19 years of age on 1 July 2026, with AP local/non-local status. Pass certificate is required at counselling.
Who is eligible for D.P.Ed through AP PECET?
Candidates who appeared or passed Intermediate (or AP-equivalent) and completed 16 years of age on 1 July 2026, with AP local/non-local status.
How do I download the AP PECET 2026 rank card?
Visit cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/PECET → Rank Card. Enter registration number, PECET hall ticket number, and date of birth (dd/mm/yyyy). Rank cards are not sent by post.
When will AP PECET 2026 counselling start?
As of 9 September 2026, official day-by-day counselling dates are still awaited on cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/PECET and in newspapers. Secondary trackers often place Phase-1 registration around late September to early October 2026. No individual call letters are sent — confirm the live admissions notice before paying.
What is the difference between AP PECET and AP EDCET?
AP PECET is for B.P.Ed and D.P.Ed (physical education). AP EDCET is for B.Ed (general education methodology). Both are APSCHE CETs but different portals, tests and counselling calendars.
Can in-service PET teachers skip AP PECET?
Yes. In-service Physical Education Teachers seeking B.P.Ed or D.P.Ed need not appear for APPECET. They apply via the Director of School Education / DEO channel as per DSE notification.
Which games can I choose for the AP PECET skill test?
Choose exactly one: Ball Badminton, Basketball, Cricket, Football, Handball, Hockey, Kabaddi, Kho-Kho, Shuttle Badminton, Tennis, or Volleyball. You cannot change the game at the test centre.
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Sources: APSCHE / ANU Important Dates at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/PECET/PECETHomePages/ImportantDates (applications 13.02.2026–25.05.2026 late-fee track; hall tickets 28.05.2026; PET 03–08.06.2026; results ~1 week after tests). Notification PDF + Instructions Booklet V2. Counselling window summarised from secondary trackers (late Sep–Oct 2026) as of 9 September 2026 — prefer the live official admissions notice over third-party calendars. EasyApplications.in is not affiliated with APSCHE or ANU.