The AP POLYCET Registration 2026 has officially commenced, allowing eligible candidates to apply for admission to diploma (polytechnic) courses in Andhra Pradesh.
The State Board of Technical Education and Training (SBTET), Andhra Pradesh, is conducting the Andhra Pradesh Polytechnic Common Entrance Test (AP POLYCET 2026), a state-level entrance exam for various polytechnic diploma programs in government, aided, and private institutions.
Applications are open online via the official website, and the exam is scheduled for 25 April 2026 from 11 AM to 1 PM in offline (OMR-based) mode.
AP POLYCET 2026 Overview
AP POLYCET 2026 serves as the gateway for admission to diploma courses in engineering and non-engineering fields.
| Details | Information |
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| Exam Name | Andhra Pradesh Polytechnic Common Entrance Test (POLYCET) 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | State Board of Technical Education and Training (SBTET), Andhra Pradesh |
| Exam Level | State Level |
| Purpose | Admission to Polytechnic Diploma Courses |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Start Date | 3 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 4 April 2026 |
| Exam Date | 25 April 2026 (11 AM to 1 PM) |
| Result Date (Tentative) | 10 May 2026 |
AP POLYCET Registration 2026 Important Dates
Adhere to these key dates to avoid missing deadlines:
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Registration Start Date: 3 March 2026
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Last Date to Apply: 4 April 2026
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POLYCET Exam Date: 25 April 2026 (11 AM–1 PM)
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Result Date: 10 May 2026 (Tentative)
AP POLYCET 2026 Application Fee
Pay the non-refundable fee online during form submission:
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OC / BC: ₹400
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SC / ST: ₹100
Direct Link to Apply for AP POLYCET Registration 2026
Apply exclusively through the official site polycetap.ap.gov.in. Offline or postal applications are not accepted. Review the information brochure carefully before proceeding.
Apply Online: polycetap.ap.gov.in
How to Apply for AP POLYCET Registration 2026
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Go to the official website: polycetap.ap.gov.in.
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Click on “POLYCET 2026 Online Application” on the homepage.
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Provide your SSC Hall Ticket number, year of passing/appearing, and other personal details.
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Choose your preferred exam centre.
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Upload scanned copies of your photograph and signature in the specified format and size.
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Pay the application fee via debit/credit card, net banking, or other options.
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Submit the form and print a copy for reference.
AP POLYCET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Ensure you meet these requirements:
Nationality
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Must be an Indian citizen.
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Must satisfy Andhra Pradesh local/non-local status rules.
Educational Qualification
- Passed or appearing in SSC (Class 10) or equivalent from a recognized board (e.g., BSE Andhra Pradesh/Telangana, CBSE, ICSE, NIOS, APOSS).
Subject Requirement
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Mathematics is a compulsory subject in the qualifying exam.
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For NIOS/APOSS candidates: Minimum 35% in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.
Age Limit
- No upper or lower age limit.
AP POLYCET 2026 Exam Pattern
The exam is offline with objective questions based on the SSC syllabus.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Offline (OMR-Based) |
| Duration | 2 Hours (120 minutes) |
| Total Questions | 120 |
| Total Marks | 120 |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Negative Marking | None |
Subject-wise Distribution:
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Mathematics: 50 questions (50 marks)
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Physics: 40 questions (40 marks)
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Chemistry: 30 questions (30 marks)
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Total: 120 questions (120 marks)
AP POLYCET 2026 Minimum Qualifying Marks
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General/OC/BC: 30 marks out of 120 (25%).
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SC/ST: No minimum marks prescribed (admission subject to seats and reservations).
AP POLYCET 2026 Rank Determination Rules
Ties are resolved as follows:
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Higher marks in Mathematics.
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Higher marks in Physics (if needed).
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Older candidate by date of birth.
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Higher marks in the SSC/equivalent exam.
AP POLYCET 2026 Diploma Courses Offered
Popular options include:
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Civil Engineering
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Mechanical Engineering
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Electrical and Electronics Engineering
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Electronics and Communication Engineering
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Computer Engineering
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Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
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Automobile Engineering
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Chemical Engineering
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Architecture Assistantship
And more engineering/non-engineering diplomas.
AP POLYCET 2026 Scholarships
Admitted students can apply for schemes like:
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Pragati Scholarship (for girls in AICTE-approved institutions).
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Saksham Scholarship (for specially-abled students, up to ₹50,000/year).
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SWANATH Scheme (for orphans, COVID-affected, or wards of martyrs).
AP POLYCET 2026 Result
Expected around 10 May 2026 on the official site. Download the rank card using the hall ticket and registration details.
AP POLYCET 2026 Admit Card
Released online prior to the exam. Download and carry it with ID proof to the centre.
