May 31, 2025: AP PGECET 2025 hall ticket has been released @cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/PGECET; the exam will be held from June 6 to June 8, 2025. Check Here
AP PGECET 2025: Admit Card Out, Exam Dates and Timing, Exam Pattern, Test Centers and Results
Content Writer | Updated On - May 31, 2025
What's New In AP PGECET 2025?
Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has released the the AP PGECET 2025 hall ticket on May 31, 2025. Candidates can download the admit card on the official website cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/PGECET. Log in with your registration number, qualifying exam hall ticket number, date of birth and exam paper to download hallticket for AP PGECET 2025.
The AP PGECET (A.P. Postgraduate Engineering Common Entrance Test) is an online examination for admissions into postgraduate engineering and pharmacy programs in affiliated colleges approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). The admission process includes submitting the application form, downloading the admit card, appearing for the exam, result declaration, and counselling.
Candidates with valid GATE/GPAT scores can apply directly without appearing for the exam, as a separate admission notification will be issued for them. Interested candidates should ensure they complete the registration process before the deadline to avoid late fees.
What is AP PGECET exam?
Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Engineering Common Entrance Test (AP PGECET) is a state-level engineering entrance exam administered on behalf of APCHE by Andhra University, Visakhapatnam. It offers admission to various programs such as M.E./MTech, M. Pharma, and Pharm. D.
AP PGECET 2025: Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of the Test | Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Engineering Common Entrance Test 2025 |
| Acronym | AP PGECET 2025 |
| Conducting Authority | Sri Venkateshwara University, Tirupati |
| Test Level | State-Level |
| Test Frequency | Once a year |
| Application Fee |
|
| Language of questions | English |
| Exam Mode | Online |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Applications are accepted every year | 24000 (last year) |
| Official Website | cets.apsche.ap.gov.in |
AP PGECET 2025 Important Dates
Here, we have mentioned AP PGECET Exam Dates 2025 in the table below:
| S.No | Particulars | Dates & Timings | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Date of Notification | 28-03-2025 | ||
| 2 | Commencement of receiving of online application Forms | 01-04-2025 | ||
| 3 | Last date for receiving of online applications without late fee | 30-04-2025 | ||
| 4 | Last date for receiving of online applications with late fee of Rs.1000/- | 01-05-2025 to 09-05-2025 | ||
| 5 | Last date for receiving of online applications with late fee of Rs.2,000/- | 10-05-2025 to 15-05-2025 | ||
| 6 | Last date for receiving of online applications with late fee of Rs.4,000/- | 16-05-2025 to 20-05-2025 | ||
| 7 | Last date for receiving of online applications with late fee of Rs.10,000/- | 21-05-2025 to 26-05-2025 | ||
| 8 | Correction of online application data already submitted by the candidate | 25-05-2025 to 27-05-2025 | ||
| 9 | Downloading of Hall-Tickets from the website | 31-05-2025 | ||
| 10 | Date of Tests | 06-06-2025 to 08-06-2025 | ||
| 11 | Time of Tests | 09.00 AM to 11.00 AM & 02.00 PM to 04.00 PM | ||
| 12 | Declaration of Preliminary Key and Receiving Objections on Preliminary Key | Exam Date 06-06-2025 07-06-2025 08-06-2025 | Key Release 11-06-2025 @4:00PM | Objections Closing 14-06-2025 @11:59PM |
| 13 | Release of final key | 24-06-2025 | ||
| 14 | Declaration of Ranks | 25-06-2025 | ||
AP PGECET 2025 Application Form
The steps to fill out the AP PGECET Application Form 2025 are mentioned below:
- Visit the official website of PGECET 2025.
- Submit the personal and academic details like name, contact number, marks in their qualifying exam, etc. in the specified boxes carefully.
- Upload the passport-size photographs and signatures in the required format.
- Pay the application fees and submit the application form
- Download and take a printout of the duly filled application form.
AP PGECET 2025 Application Fee
In the following table, the AP PGECET 2025 Application Fee for each candidate has been mentioned.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| For OC candidates | INR 1200 |
| For BC candidates | INR 900 |
| For SC/ ST candidates | INR 700 |
AP PGECET 2025 Form Correction
AP PGECET form correction window is open from May 8 till May 14, 2025. Through the AP PGECET Form Correction window candidates can modify any mistake in the application form. You will be able to access AP PGECET application form correction link at the official website at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. The changes can be made to the following:
- Candidate’s Signature
- Candidate’s photograph
- Mother’s Name
- Birth State
- Details of the Qualifying Examination
- Passing year
- Place of Study, etc.
AP PGECET 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Before filling out the AP PGECET 2025 Application Form, applicants need to read the AP PGECET Eligibility Criteria, which are given below.
| Particulars | Details |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Domicile Certificate | Applicants must be residents of the state of Andhra Pradesh. |
| Age Limit | At least 21 years old, no upper age limit |
| Qualification |
|
| Fitness Certificate | Applicants must be physically fit and have a fitness certificate. |
AP PGECET 2025 Courses Offered
AP PGECET exam is conducted to provide admissions to postgraduate-level degree programs in Engineering and Pharmacy which are mentioned below:
- Master of Engineering (M.E.)
- Master of Technology (M. Tech.)
- Master of Pharmacy (M. Pharma.)
- Doctor of Pharmacy–Post Baccalaureate (Pharm. D. – PB)
AP PGECET 2025 Counselling
AP PGECET Counselling started for GATE/ GPAT qualified candidates on August 21, 2025, and for AP PGECET qualified candidates on September 4, 2025. Qualified candidates can register for the AP PGECET Counselling process on the official website. AP PGECET 2025 Counselling process will be held in several rounds depending on the availability of seats.
GATE and GPAT 2025 Counselling Dates
| Event | GATE/GPAT Qualified Counselling Dates |
|---|---|
| Phase 1 | |
| Notification Released | August 19, 2025 |
| Notification Published | August 20, 2025 |
| Counselling Registration | August 21 to August 23, 2025 |
| Web Counselling Registration and Document Upload | August 25 to August 28, 2025 |
| Online Document Verification | August 26 to August 29, 2025 |
| Web Options Selection | August 30 to August 31, 2025 |
| Change of Web Options | September 1, 2025 |
| Seat Allotment | September 3, 2025 |
| Last Date for Reporting to Colleges | September 4 to September 5, 2025 |
| Phase 2 | |
| Notification Released | September 19, 2025 |
| Notification Published | September 20, 2025 |
| Registration | September 20 to September 22, 2025 |
| Web Counselling Registration and Document Upload | September 24 to September 25, 2025 |
| Online Document Verification | September 25 to September 26, 2025 |
| Web Options Selection | September 27 to September 28, 2025 |
| Change of Web Options | September 29, 2025 |
| Seat Allotment | September 30, 2025 |
| Reporting at Allotted College | October 1 to October 4, 2025 |
AP PGECET 2025 Counselling Dates
| Event | PGECET Qualified Counselling Dates |
|---|---|
| Phase 1 | |
| Web Counselling Registration & Uploading of certificates | September 4 to September 6, 2025 |
| Online Document Verification | September 5 to September 7, 2025 |
| Web Options | September 8 to September 11, 2025 |
| Change of Web Options | September 12, 2025 |
| Seat Allotment | September 14, 2025 |
| Last Date for Reporting to Colleges | September 15 to September 20, 2025 |
| Class Starts | September 17, 2025 |
| Phase 2 | |
| Web Counselling Registration & Uploading of certificates | September 24 to September 29, 2025 |
| Online Document Verification | September 25 to September 30, 2025 |
| Web Options | October 1 to October 4, 2025 |
| Change of Web Options | October 5, 2025 |
| Seat Allotment | October 7, 2025 |
| Last Date for Reporting to Colleges | October 8 to October 12, 2025 |
| Class Starts | October 9, 2025 |
How to Apply for AP PGECET 2025 Counseling?
The process to apply for AP PGECET Counselling 2025 is mentioned below:
- Offline Application: Candidates need to visit the official verification center to verify their documents, pay the application fee, and select their preferred choice of colleges.
- Web Options Entry: Candidates choosing to apply online can do so by logging into their candidate portal. They need to verify their documents, choose their college, and pay the processing fee online.
AP PGECET 2025 Counseling: Application Fees
Given below are the AP PGECET 2025 Counselling application fee details:
| Category | GATE/GPAT 2025 Qualified Candidates | AP PGECET 2025 Qualified Candidates |
|---|---|---|
| General | registration fee: Rs 600 counselling fee: Rs 1000 | Rs 1000 |
| SC/ST | registration fee: Rs 300 counselling fee: Rs 500 | Rs 500 |
The documents required for AP PGECET Counselling are listed below:
- Admit card of PGECET/ GPAT/ GATE
- Rank card of PGECET/ GPAT/ GATE
- Mark sheets of qualifying exams
- Category certificate, if applicable
- Domicile certificate
- Transfer certificate
- Income certificate
People Also Ask:
Ques: What are the AP PGECET 2025 qualifying marks?
Ans: The minimum qualifying mark for AP PGECET Counselling for general category candidates is 25%, while there is no minimum mark requirement for reserved category candidates.
Ques: Is the Counselling process the same for those who qualified for AP PGECET and GATE?
Ans: No, the AP PGECET Counselling process for AP PGECET-qualified candidates and GATE-qualified candidates is different.
Ques: Do I have to live in Andhra Pradesh to apply for AP PGECET Counselling?
Ans: Yes, candidates must be permanent residents of Andhra Pradesh or Telangana to apply for AP PGECET Counselling 2025.
AP PGECET 2025 Cutoff
The AP PGECET 2025 Cutoff was announced after the results were released. Candidates who took the AP PGECET Exam can check their scores online. The minimum score required for admission to the chosen course is known as the cutoff mark.
- The minimum qualifying mark for AP PGECET is 25% for General Category Candidates, whereas for SC/ST category candidates, there is no minimum cutoff.
- Based on their cutoff scores, applicants will be called for AP PGECET counselling.
- Colleges, courses, and categories will all have different cutoffs.
Factors Determining the AP PGECET Cutoff 2025
The AP PGECET Cutoff 2025 will be determined by the following factors:
- The total number of people who applied and took the exam
- Difficulty level of the exam
- Number of seats available
- AP PGECET previous year’s cutoff trends
The table below shows the previous year's AP PGECET Cutoff:
| Category | Electrical & Electronics Engineering | Mechanical Engineering | Electronics & Communication Engineering | Computer Science and Engineering | Information Technology |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNR Open General | 170 | 352 | – | 108 | – |
| UNR BC A Female | – | – | – | 462 | – |
| Open General | 56 | 82 | 99 | 729 | 976 |
| BC D General | 167 | – | 117 | 754 | 2349 |
| Open Female | 211 | 511 | 168 | – | – |
| BC B General | 371 | 220 | 240 | 1501 | 3815 |
| BC B Female | 952 | – | 547 | – | 2094 |
| SC General | 871 | 769 | 858 | 1530 | 2788 |
| SC Female | 234 | – | 632 | 1372 | – |
| ST General | 942 | 1612 | – | – | – |
| ST Female | – | – | 1563 | – | – |
| BC A General | – | 454 | 167 | 1897 | – |
| UNR SC Female | – | 2469 | – | – | – |
| BC A Female | – | 1149 | – | 1853 | – |
| BC D Female | – | 1634 | – | – | 2878 |
| UNR SC General | – | – | 431 | – | – |
| BC E General | – | – | 1279 | – | – |
| BC C Female | – | – | – | 979 | – |
| Open General NCC | – | – | – | 1041 | – |
AP PGECET 2025 Results
The authorities have announced the AP PGECET Result 2025 on June 19, 2025. Along with the result, AP PGECET rank card is available on the official website You can check AP PGECET results by logging in with your registration number and PGECET hall ticket number. Candidates should check all information on the rank card carefully and download it for future use.
How to Check the AP PGECET 2025 Result?
Candidates need to follow the below-mentioned steps to check the AP PGECET 2025 Result:
- Go to the official website cets.apsche.gov.in
- Click on the “Results” link.
- Log in with your registration number and PGECET hall ticket number to view the result.
- The overall and section-by-section results will be displayed on the screen.
- Download and take a printout of the result for future reference.
AP PGECET Rank Card 2025
AP PGECET 2025 rank card will be available online from, on the official website. You can download AP PGECET 2025 rank card by entering the registration number, PGECET hall ticket number, and date of birth. AP PGECET rank card contains information such as the AP PGECET 2025 score, percentile, passing status, and more.
Details on the AP PGECET Rank Card for 2025
- Candidate’s Name
- Category
- Roll Number
- AP PGECET 2025 Overall Ranking
- Total marks secured in the AP PGECET 2025
- Total percentile in AP PGECET 2025
- Qualifying Status
Tie Breaker Criteria
When two or more applicants score the same marks in the AP PGECET 2025 exam, a tiebreaker method is employed. The AP PGECET Tie-Breaker criteria is mentioned below:
- Applicants with higher qualifying degree examination scores will be given priority over other applicants.
- If the tie persists, preference will be given to those who are older.
- If the applicants' ages are the same, a lottery will be picked from the AP PGECET Merit List to break the tie.
AP PGECET 2025 Answer Key
The AP PGECET 2025 question papers along with the answer keys will be available soon. Candidates can download the subject-wise question papers once released.
| AP PGECET Paper | Download Link |
| Geo Engineering and Geo Informatics | Available Soon |
| Pharmacy | Available Soon |
| Computer Science Engineering | Available Soon |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | Available Soon |
| Biotechnology | Available Soon |
| Civil Engineering | Available Soon |
| Mechanical Engineering | Available Soon |
| Electrical Engineering | Available Soon |
| Food Technology | Available Soon |
| Instrumentation | Available Soon |
| Metallurgy | Available Soon |
| Chemical Engineering | Available Soon |
| Nano Technology | Available Soon |
How to Download the AP PGECET 2025 Answer Key?
Candidates can get the AP PGECET 2025 Answer Key by following the steps mentioned below:
- Candidates should go to Andhra University's official website.
- Candidates can access the answer key by going to the notification bar and clicking on the link for the question paper and answer key.
- Preliminary Answer Key will be displayed on the screen.
- Candidates can download it for reference.
How to Challenge the AP PGECET 2025 Answer Key?
Candidates are able to challenge any answer mentioned in the AP PGECET Answer key by providing proper evidence.
- Candidates can send an email to the authorities in the format established by the organizing body.
- The university will make the email address and format available to the candidates.
- After considering all the objections raised by the candidates, the authorities will release the final answer key.
AP PGECET 2025 Admit Card
Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati, on behalf of APSCHE, has released the AP PGECET 2025 Admit Card on May 22, 2025. The admit card is an important document, without it, candidates won’t be allowed to sit for the AP PGECET exam.
How to download AP PGECET 2025 Admit Card?
Below are the steps to download the AP PGECET Admit Card:
- Visit the official website.
- Locate and click on the 'Download AP PGECET Hall Ticket' tab to proceed to the next page.
- Enter your AP PGECET 2025 Registration Number and choose the paper for which you are applying.
- Click on the 'Submit' option to access the AP PGECET 2025 Admit Card.
- Select View and Save AP PGECET Admit Card from the drop-down menu.
- Take a printout of it for future reference.
Note: In case of any error on the AP PGECET Admit Card, candidates are advised to immediately contact the conducting body.
AP PGECET 2025 Exam Center
The following is a list of the AP PGECET Exam Centers for 2025:
| Anantapur | Kurnool |
| Srikakulam | Guntur |
| Kadapa | Rajamahendravaram |
| Ongole | Bhimavaram |
| Hyderabad | Tirupati |
| Vijayawada | Nellore |
| Kakinada | Vizianagaram |
| Visakhapatnam | - |
AP PGECET 2025 Exam Pattern
In the following table, the AP PGECET Exam Pattern has been mentioned.
| Mode of Exam | Computer-based test. |
| Type of Questions | MCQs |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Medium | English |
| Number of Questions | 120 |
| Scheme of Marking | 1 Mark for each correct answer |
| Negative Marking | No negative marking |
AP PGECET 2025 Syllabus
Given below is the detailed AP PGECET syllabus for 2025.
| Paper Name | Sections | Important Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Aerospace Engineering (AE) | Engineering Mathematics | Linear Algebra, Calculus, Probability, Statistics, etc. |
| Flight Mechanics | Aeroplane Performance, Atmosphere, Static Stability, etc. | |
| Space Dynamics | Central Force Motion, Orbit Transfer, etc | |
| Aerodynamics | Basic Fluid Mechanics, Viscous Flows, etc. | |
| Structures | Stress & Strain, Flight Vehicle Structures, Turbo Machinery, etc. | |
| Bio-Technology (BT) | Engineering Mathematics | Calculus, Differential Calculus, Linear Algebra, Probability, and Statistics & Numerical Methods |
| Biotechnology | Process Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Molecular Biology & Genetics, etc. | |
| Civil Engineering (CE) | Engineering Mathematics | Differential Calculus, Linear Algebra, Probability, and Statistics & Numerical Methods |
| Structural Engineering | Structural Analysis, Concrete Structures, Mechanics, etc. | |
| Geotechnical Engineering & Environmental Engineering | Soil Mechanics & Foundation Engineering | |
| Electrical Engineering (EE) | Engineering Mathematics | Linear Algebra, Calculus, Numerical Methods, Differential Equations, Complex Variables, Probability, and Statistics. |
| Electrical Engineering | Electrical and Electronic Measurements, Electric Circuits and Fields, Electrical Machines, Power Electronics and Drives, Signals and Systems, Power Systems, Control Systems, Analog and Digital Electronics, Electric Traction System. | |
| Mechanical Engineering (ME) | Engineering Mathematics | Differential Equations, Linear Algebra, Calculus, Probability, and Statistics, Complex Variables & Numerical Methods. |
| Applied Mechanics and Design | Strength of Materials, Engineering Mechanics, Theory of Machines, Vibrations & Design. | |
| Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Sciences | Fluid Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Applications, and Heat-Transfer. | |
| Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering | Metal Casting, Forming, Joining, Engineering Materials, Machining, and Machine Tool Operations, Computer Integrated Manufacturing, Production Planning, and Control, Metrology and Inspection, Inventory Control, Research |
AP PGECET 2025 Preparation Tips
Here are some preparation tips for AP PGECET 2025:
- Applicants should familiarize themselves with the syllabus of the exam and the question paper pattern.
- Applicants need to make a timetable and strictly adhere to it.
- The candidates need to make sure that they devote adequate time for revisions before the last few days of the exam.
- Candidates should solve as many previous year question papers as possible. In this way, the applicants will get a sense of the type of questions and level of difficulty.
- Candidates should also attempt the AP PGECET mock test. It will help them improve their time management tactics.
- Candidates should stay healthy and not stress too much.
AP PGECET 2025 Recommended Books
In the following table, some of the recommended books for AP PGECET 2025 have been mentioned. The candidates are advised to go through them to ace the exam.
| Important Book | Publisher/Author |
|---|---|
| PGECET – Mechanical Engineering (Applicable to both AP and TS) | SIA Experts |
| Computer Science and Information Technology GATE & PGECET | Dasaradh Ramaiah, K. |
| PGECET – Mechanical Engineering (Applicable to both AP and TS) In Topic-Wise Format 2025 Edition | Professional Publications |
| Karnataka M.E./M.Tech. PGCET Computer Science | Dr. Chandresh Agrawal |
AP PGECET 2025 FAQs
Ques: What is the procedure for applying for AP PGECET 2025?
Ans: Candidates interested in appearing for AP PGECET 2025 need to visit the official website. Candidates need to create their accounts and submit their application forms online.
Ques: When will the AP PGECET 2025 Application Form be available?
Ans: AP PGECET 2025 Registration Process will be ope from March 23, 2025.
Ques: Is there a way to amend mistakes on the application form?
Ans. Yes, the Authority will offer an AP PGECET Application Form correction service for the application form. The candidates need to make the changes accordingly and within the deadline. No modifications will be allowed once the deadline has passed.
Ques: Is it possible to fill out the application form offline mode?
Ans. No, the Application Form can not be filled out offline.
Ques: Is there going to be any negative marking in the exam?
Ans. No, the exam will not have any negative marking. Hence, the candidates are advised to attempt each and every question.
Ques: Who is eligible to take the AP PGECET Exam?
Ans. Candidates who have completed bachelor's degree in engineering courses or pharmacy courses are eligible to take the AP PGECET Exam. Candidates from the reserved category receive a 5% discount.
Ques: I have valid GATE scores. Is it still necessary for me to take AP PGECET 2025?
Ans. No, you do not need to take the AP PGECET if you have passed the GATE and have a valid GATE scorecard.
Ques: Is it possible to apply for more than one course with the AP PGECET 2025?
Ans. Yes, candidates who meet all of the eligibility requirements can apply for several courses through the AP PGECET.
Ques: I completed my 12th grade am I qualified to apply?
Ans: No, only applicants with a Bachelor's degree, such as B.E./B.Tech/B. Pharma is eligible to take the exam. The candidates are advised to go through the AP PGECET eligibility criteria before appearing for the exam.
Ques: What are the eligibility requirements for the AP PGECET Counselling?
Ans. To qualify for AP PGECET Counselling, candidates must receive a minimum of 25% i.e., 30 marks in the exam. For SC/ST candidates, there are no minimum marks.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.
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