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AP POLYCET 2026: Admission Dates, Process, Application fees, Eligibility, Top Colleges
Content Writer | Updated On - Sep 24, 2026
What's New in AP POLYCET?
AP POLYCET 2026 is the Andhra Pradesh Polytechnic Common Entrance Test conducted by the State Board of Technical Education and Training, Andhra Pradesh. The exam is held for admission to diploma courses in engineering and non-engineering streams offered by government, aided, private unaided and second-shift polytechnics in Andhra Pradesh. Candidates can also read the complete AP POLYCET exam overview on Zollege.
AP POLYCET 2026 exam was conducted on 25 April 2026 from 11 AM to 1 PM. The result was declared on 5 May 2026. The regular counselling process moved through registration, certificate verification, web options and seat allotment, followed by spot admissions in August 2026. Students checking AP POLYCET now should focus on rank, qualifying status, counselling documents, branch options and college choices.
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AP POLYCET 2026 Current Status
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Exam25 April 2026
Result5 May 2026
First Allotment7 July 2026
Spot Admission5 August 2026
The 2026 exam and main counselling events have been completed. Candidates using their AP POLYCET rank for admission should keep the rank card, hall ticket, SSC documents, caste or income certificate if applicable, and allotment order ready.
AP POLYCET 2026 Dates
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| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Application start | 3 March 2026 | Closed |
| Last date to apply | 4 April 2026 | Closed |
| Exam date | 25 April 2026 | Conducted |
| Result | 5 May 2026 | Declared |
| Spot admissions | 5 August 2026 | Conducted |
AP POLYCET Eligibility
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| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualification | SSC or equivalent |
| Subject | Mathematics is required |
| Minimum marks | 35% aggregate marks |
| Local status | AP local or non-local rules apply |
AP POLYCET Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| OC and BC | Rs 400 |
| SC and ST | Rs 100 |
AP POLYCET Exam Pattern
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AP POLYCET questions are based on Class 10 Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. Read the detailed AP POLYCET exam pattern for section-wise preparation.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 50 | 50 |
| Physics | 40 | 40 |
| Chemistry | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
Qualifying marks
OC and BC candidates need 30 marks out of 120. SC and ST candidates are ranked without minimum qualifying marks.
AP POLYCET Result and Rank
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AP POLYCET 2026 result was declared on 5 May 2026. The rank card is needed for counselling registration, web options, allotment order download and admission reporting.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Result date | 5 May 2026 |
| Score basis | Marks out of 120 |
| Rank use | Branch choice, college allotment and admission reporting |
AP POLYCET Counselling
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AP POLYCET counselling is based on rank, certificate verification, web options, seat allotment and reporting. For admission choice after result, candidates can use the AP POLYCET college predictor.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Processing fee payment | 24 June to 30 June 2026 | Closed |
| Certificate verification | 25 June to 1 July 2026 | Closed |
| Web options | 27 June to 3 July 2026 | Closed |
| Seat allotment | 7 July 2026 | Released |
Documents for AP POLYCET Counselling
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- AP POLYCET rank card and hall ticket.
- SSC marks memo or equivalent certificate.
- Study certificates from Class 4 to Class 10.
- Transfer certificate.
- Caste certificate for reserved category candidates.
- Income certificate or ration card for fee reimbursement cases.
- Residence certificate where applicable.
AP POLYCET Colleges
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Government and private polytechnics in Andhra Pradesh participate in AP POLYCET counselling. Seat intake varies by institute and branch.
| Institute | District | Intake |
|---|---|---|
| Government Polytechnic, Srikakulam | Srikakulam | 480 |
| Government Polytechnic, Visakhapatnam | Visakhapatnam | 720 |
| Andhra Polytechnic, Kakinada | East Godavari | 900 |
Candidates can compare more AP POLYCET score accepting colleges before selecting web options.
AP POLYCET FAQs
When was AP POLYCET 2026 conducted?+
AP POLYCET 2026 was conducted on 25 April 2026 from 11 AM to 1 PM.
What is the AP POLYCET 2026 qualifying mark?+
OC and BC candidates need 30 marks out of 120. SC and ST candidates are ranked without minimum qualifying marks.
How many questions are asked in AP POLYCET?+
AP POLYCET has 120 objective questions. Mathematics has 50 questions, Physics has 40 and Chemistry has 30.
Who conducts AP POLYCET?+
AP POLYCET is conducted by the State Board of Technical Education and Training, Andhra Pradesh.
Which subject has the highest weight in AP POLYCET?+
Mathematics has the highest weight. It has 50 questions for 50 marks.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.
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