The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has revised the Phase 1 counselling schedule for AP EAMCET (also called AP EAPCET) 2026 on 30-07-2026. According to the revised timetable reported by multiple education news outlets, the candidate registration and fee payment window, originally due to close on July 29, 2026, has been extended to August 1, 2026. Web options entry, seat allotment, and college reporting dates have also been pushed forward accordingly.
Direct Link to Check AP EAMCET 2026 Counselling Phase 1 Revised Schedule 2026
AP EAMCET 2026 Counselling Phase 1 - Overview Table
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | AP EAMCET / AP EAPCET (Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agriculture and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test) 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE); exam conducted by JNTU Kakinada on APSCHE's behalf |
| Counselling Round | Phase 1 (Revised Schedule) |
| Official Counselling Portal | cap.apcfss.in |
| Revised Schedule Release Date | July 30, 2026 |
| Counselling Fee | ₹1,200 (OC/BC); ₹600 (SC/ST), as reported |
| Courses Covered | B.Tech (Engineering), Agriculture, Pharmacy (undergraduate) |
| Eligibility Basis | Valid AP EAPCET 2026 rank in the relevant stream |
AP EAMCET 2026 Counselling Phase 1: Revised Important Dates
The table below lists the revised Phase 1 dates as reported across current counselling updates. Minor variation exists between sources on the exact end date for certificate verification (August 1 or August 2); candidates should confirm the final date on the official portal before the deadline.
| Event | Revised Date |
|---|---|
| Candidate registration and counselling fee payment | July 20 - August 1, 2026 |
| Online (HLC) certificate verification | July 22 - August 1/2, 2026 (reported inconsistently; confirm on cap.apcfss.in) |
| Web options entry | July 25 - August 3, 2026 |
| Revised Schedule Release Date | July 30, 2026 |
| Change/editing of web options | August 4, 2026 |
| Seat allotment result | August 9, 2026 (per revised schedule) |
| Self-reporting / joining at allotted college | August 10 - 15, 2026 |
| Commencement of classes for 2026- 27 | August 10, 2026 |
Note: An earlier (pre-revision) schedule had listed registration ending July 29, web options ending July 31, and seat allotment on August 6. These have been superseded by the revised schedule above. Always cross-check the live schedule on the official APSCHE/CAP portal, as counselling dates can be revised again.
What Changed in the Revised Schedule
- Registration and fee payment deadline moved from July 29 to August 1, 2026.
- Web options entry window extended, now running up to August 3, 2026, instead of July 31.
- Seat allotment result, earlier expected around August 6, is now reported for August 9, 2026.
- College reporting and class commencement dates have shifted to align with the later allotment date.
AP EAMCET 2026 Result Snapshot (Background)
AP EAPCET 2026 results were declared on July 1, 2026, with rank cards made available from July 2, 2026. As reported, around 1,82,317 candidates qualified in the Engineering (MPC) stream and around 63,546 candidates qualified in the Agriculture and Pharmacy stream. These figures are as reported in counselling-update sources and have not been independently verified against the official APSCHE result notification.
AP EAMCET 2026 Counselling Fee
| Category | Counselling Fee (as reported) |
|---|---|
| OC / BC candidates | ₹1,200 |
| SC / ST candidates | ₹600 |
How to Register for AP EAMCET 2026 Phase 1 Counselling: Step-by-Step Process
- Visit the official AP EAPCET counselling portal at cap.apcfss.in.
- Click on the "AP EAMCET 2026 Phase 1 Counselling Registration" link on the homepage.
- Enter the required details: AP EAPCET Hall Ticket Number, Date of Birth, Aadhaar Number, and Mobile Number.
- Log in through the Candidate Login portal using the credentials generated after initial registration.
- Fill in the counselling application form completely.
- Upload all required documents (see documents list above) in the specified format and size.
- Pay the applicable counselling fee online based on your category.
- Submit the application and download/save the confirmation page for future reference.
Web Options and Choice Filling
Candidates who complete registration and certificate verification become eligible to exercise web options - that is, ranking their preferred college and branch combinations. Based on the revised schedule, the web options window runs from July 25 to August 3, 2026, with a change-of-options facility on August 4, 2026.
Tips for Filling Web Options
- List your most preferred college-branch combinations first, since allotment follows rank and option order.
- Add a wide range of choices rather than a narrow list, to improve the chance of getting an allotment in Phase 1 itself.
- Lock/submit your options well before the deadline to avoid last-minute portal load issues.
- Review and use the change-of-options window only if genuinely needed, since it is typically a one-time edit opportunity.
Seat Allotment and College Reporting
As per the revised schedule, the Phase 1 seat allotment result is expected on August 9, 2026 (an earlier version of the schedule had listed August 6). Candidates allotted a seat must complete self-reporting and physically report to the allotted college within the specified window - reported as August 10 to August 15, 2026 - to confirm their admission. Classes for the 2026- 27 academic year are expected to commence from August 10, 2026.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Always cross-verify every date on this page against the live notification on cap.apcfss.in or cets.apsche.ap.gov.in, since counselling schedules for AP EAMCET have been revised more than once in past years.
- Complete fee payment and document upload well ahead of the deadline to leave time for resolving any verification queries.
- Keep your Hall Ticket Number, Date of Birth, Aadhaar Number, and registered mobile number handy, as these are required for login.
- Do not wait until the last day to fill or lock web options, as heavy portal traffic can cause delays.
- Save and print the confirmation page after registration and after submitting web options.