AP EAPCET 2026 Notification: Engineering, Agriculture & Pharmacy Entrance Exams Announced – Apply Soon!
AP EAPCET 2026 Notification: Engineering, Agriculture & Pharmacy Entrance Exams Announced!
The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has officially announced the commencement of the AP EAPCET 2026 (formerly AP EAMCET) registration today, February 4, 2026. This state-level entrance exam is the gateway for admissions into professional undergraduate courses in Engineering, Agriculture, and Pharmacy across Andhra Pradesh.
Securing a high rank in EAPCET is the first step toward a prestigious degree and future Sarkari Naukri opportunities in technical and scientific sectors.
📊 AP EAPCET 2026: Key Exam Schedule
| Event | Date |
| Registration Start Date | February 4, 2026 (Started) |
| Last Date to Apply (No Late Fee) | April 2026 (Expected) |
| Engineering Exam Dates | May 12, 13, 14, 15, and 18, 2026 |
| Agriculture & Pharmacy Exam Dates | May 19 and 20, 2026 |
| Official Website | cets.apsche.ap.gov.in |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria: Can You Apply?
Candidates must meet specific educational and age requirements to be eligible for the Computer-Based Test (CBT):
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Educational Qualification:
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Engineering: Must have passed or appeared for 10+2 with Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry (PCM) or a Diploma in Engineering.
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Agriculture & Pharmacy: Must have passed or appeared for 10+2 with Biology, Physics, and Chemistry (BiPC).
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Minimum Marks: At least 45% aggregate (40% for SC/ST/Reserved categories) in the specified subjects.
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Age Limit (as of Dec 31, 2026):
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Engineering/Pharmacy: Minimum 16 years. No upper age limit.
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Agriculture/Dairy Tech: Minimum 17 years. Upper limit of 22 years (25 for SC/ST).
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Nationality: Must be an Indian National, PIO, or OCI cardholder and satisfy local/non-local status for Andhra Pradesh/Telangana.
💳 Application Fee Details
| Stream | General (OC) | BC Category | SC/ST Category |
| Engineering | ₹600 | ₹550 | ₹500 |
| Agriculture & Pharmacy | ₹600 | ₹550 | ₹500 |
| Both Streams | ₹1200 | ₹1100 | ₹1000 |
📝 How to Apply: Step-by-Step
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Fee Payment: Visit the official portal and pay the registration fee using Net Banking, Credit, or Debit Card.
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Check Payment Status: Confirm your payment is successful to receive a Payment ID.
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Fill Application: Use your Payment ID and Hall Ticket number to access the full form. Enter personal, academic, and category details.
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Upload Documents: * Photograph: Scanned JPG (Max 50 KB).
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Signature: Scanned JPG (Max 30 KB).
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Submit & Print: Review all fields carefully. Submit the form and print the Confirmation Page for your records.
⚠️ Important: Ensure you carry the same Photo ID uploaded in the application to the exam center in May.
Since you are preparing for both potential pathways, here is the Subject-wise Weightage and Topic Breakdown for both the Engineering (MPC) and Agriculture/Pharmacy (BiPC) streams.
Focusing on these high-yield topics will significantly boost your AP EAPCET 2026 rank!
🛠️ 1. Engineering Stream (MPC) Weightage
The Engineering paper consists of 160 questions (80 Math, 40 Physics, 40 Chemistry).
| Subject | High-Yield Topics (Focus Areas) | Weightage |
| Mathematics | Vectors, Probability, Matrices, Coordinate Geometry, and Calculus. | 50% |
| Physics | Thermodynamics, Optics, Electrostatics, and Mechanics (Laws of Motion). | 25% |
| Chemistry | Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, Organic Chemistry (Name Reactions), and Solutions. | 25% |
🌿 2. Agriculture & Pharmacy Stream (BiPC) Weightage
The Agriculture paper also consists of 160 questions (80 Biology, 40 Physics, 40 Chemistry).
| Subject | High-Yield Topics (Focus Areas) | Weightage |
| Biology |
Botany: Plant Physiology, Genetics, & Ecology. Zoology: Human Anatomy, Animal Diversity, & Biomolecules. |
50% |
| Physics | Physical World & Measurement, Waves, and Current Electricity. | 25% |
| Chemistry | P-Block Elements, Thermodynamics, and Environmental Chemistry. | 25% |
💡 Top Preparation Tips for AP EAPCET
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Intermediate Textbooks are Key: APSCHE follows the AP State Board Intermediate syllabus closely. Ensure you are thorough with every example problem in these textbooks.
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Mock Test Simulation: The exam is 180 minutes for 160 questions. You have roughly 67 seconds per question. Practice with a timer to improve speed.
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No Negative Marking: Unlike UPSC or GPSC, there is no negative marking in AP EAPCET. If you’re running out of time, ensure you bubble in every answer!
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Previous Year Papers (PYQs): Solve papers from 2023, 2024, and 2025 to understand the shift toward more conceptual questions in Physics and Math.
