The AP PGECET 2026 first phase counselling schedule has been revised again. The change of web options facility is scheduled for October 5, 2026, which is today. The Phase 1 seat allotment result is now scheduled for October 9, 2026, and self-joining and college reporting for October 10 to 14, 2026.
AP PGECET 2026 Counselling - Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Counselling name | AP PGECET & GATE/GPAT 2026 First Phase (Phase 1) Counselling |
| Courses covered | M.Tech, M.Pharmacy and Pharm.D (as reported) |
| Conducted for | Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE), Higher Education Department, Andhra Pradesh |
| Mode | Online |
| Change of web options (editing) | October 5, 2026 |
| Official portals mentioned in reports | cets.apsche.ap.gov.in and cap.apcfss.in |
AP PGECET 2026 Revised Counselling Dates (Latest)
| Counselling Activity | Revised Dates |
|---|---|
| Online counselling registration and fee payment | September 16 to October 1, 2026 |
| Online verification of uploaded certificates at notified helpline centres | September 19 to October 3, 2026 |
| Exercising of web options by registered and eligible candidates | September 23 to October 4, 2026 |
| Change of web options | October 5, 2026 |
| Seat allotment result | October 9, 2026 |
| Self-joining and reporting at college | October 10 to 14, 2026 |
| Commencement of classes | October 12, 2026 |
AP PGECET Web Options Editing Today - What You Can Do
October 5 is the date given for changing web options. If you have already entered your college and course choices, this is the day to review and edit the list.
- Log in to the counselling portal with your credentials and open the web options section.
- Review the order of your preferences. Allotment follows your rank and the order of the choices you enter.
- Add, remove or reorder choices if needed, then save the final list.
- Use the freeze or submit option only when you are fully satisfied. Earlier reports said candidates who freeze their options early cannot edit them later.
How to Fill or Edit AP PGECET 2026 Web Options
- Open the official counselling portal and go to the AP PGECET 2026 counselling section.
- Log in with your registration details.
- Open the web options (option entry) facility.
- Select colleges and courses in your order of preference.
- Save and print or download a copy of your final list.
- Freeze or submit only after checking the list carefully.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Follow only the latest revised schedule. Older dates are shown above for reference only.
- Use the official portal for registration, web options and allotment results.
- Rank your choices carefully, as the order affects the allotment.
- Keep your login details and a copy of your final web options safe.
- Complete reporting within the notified dates to avoid losing the seat.