
AP EAMCET exam dates 2026 announced. As per the report, AP EAMCET 2026 Engineering Exam will be conducted on May 12, 13, 14, 15 and 18, 2026. The AP EAMCET Agriculture and Pharmacy exam will be on May 19 and 20, 2026.
AP EAMCET 2026 will be conducted as a computer-based exam. AP EAMCET registration is expected to begin in March 2026. The complete schedule of AP EAMCET 2026 will be released soon. The Manabadi EAMCET 2026 exam for the engineering and agriculture streams will be conducted on separate dates. The AP EAMCET exam 2026 will be conducted in Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics or Biology, depending on the stream selected by the candidate. Candidates who qualify in the exam will be called for the AP EAMCET counselling.
The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) conducts AP EAMCET exam for admission to BTech, BPharm, and BSc in Agriculture, Bachelor's in Fisheries, and Bachelor's in Horticulture programmes. Candidates must be familiar with the AP EAMCET 2026 exam pattern and AP EAMCET syllabus to prepare for AP EAMCET 2026.
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- AP EAMCET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
- AP EAMCET 2026 Highlights
- AP EAMCET 2026 Admission Process
- Steps to Fill AP EAMCET 2026 Application Form
- Eligibility Criteria for AP EAMCET Entrance Exam
- AP EAMCET 2026 Exam Pattern
- AP EAMCET Syllabus 2026
- Steps to Download AP EAMCET Admit Card
- AP EAMCET 2026 Question Paper
- AP EAMCET Answer Key 2026
- AP EAMCET Result 2026
- Counselling details of AP EAMCET 2026
- AP EAMCET FAQs
What is AP EAPCET (AP EAMCET)?
AP EAMCET (Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agriculture and Medical Common Entrance Test) is renamed AP EAPCET, which stands for Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agriculture and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test. AP EAMCET is entrance examination conducted by Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU), Kakinada, for Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) for admission into various professional courses offered in University/ Private Colleges in Andhra Pradesh. AP EAMCET exam is conducted for admission into undergraduate programmes in engineering, pharmacy and agriculture across different colleges and universities in Andhra Pradesh. AP EAMCET exam is conducted once a year.
Commonly asked questions
The MPC (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry) stream and the BiPC (Biology, Physics, Chemistry) stream on different dates. AP EAMCET 2026 Engineering Exam will be conducted on May 12, 13, 14, 15 and 18, 2026. The AP EAMCET Agriculture and Pharmacy exam will be on May 19 and 20, 2026. The Andhra Pradesh EAPCET 2026 registration begins in March. The last date to register for Andhra Pradesh EAMCET 2025 without a late fee will be in April 2026.
EAMCET application form 2026 will be released in March 2026. AP EAMCET application form will be available on official website. Application form must be filled online. Candidates must pay application fee to submit form. Steps to fill application form are registration, form filling and fee payment.
To fill AP EAMCET application form, following documents are needed
ID Proof
Hall Ticket Number of Class 10
Hall Ticket Number of Class 12
Caste Certificate (if needed)
Income Certificate (if needed)
Domicile Certificate
Study Details
Passport-size photo scanned
Scanned Signature
AP EAMCET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of AP EAMCET 2025 exam
| Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| Mar ' 26 - Apr ' 26 | AP EAMCET 2026 Application Form Dates TENTATIVE |
| May ' 26 | AP EAMCET 2026 Application form last date with late fee INR 1000 TENTATIVE |
| May ' 26 | AP EAMCET 2026 Application Correction Facility TENTATIVE |
| May ' 26 | AP EAMCET 2026 Application form last date with late fee INR 2000 TENTATIVE |
| May ' 26 | AP EAMCET 2026 Admit card availability TENTATIVE |
| May ' 26 | AP EAMCET 2026 Application form last date with late fee INR 4000 TENTATIVE |
| 12 May ' 26 - 15 May ' 26 | AP EAMCET 2026 Exam date (Engineering stream) |
AP EAMCET 2026 Highlights
Check the highlights of AP EAMCET below:
| Particulars |
Details |
|---|---|
| Full Exam Name |
Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agricultural, and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test (Earlier, Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agricultural and Medical Common Entrance Test) |
| Short Exam Name |
AP EAPCET (AP EAMCET) |
| Conducting Body |
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU), Kakinada |
| Official Website |
https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/ |
| Frequency |
Once a year |
| Exam Level |
State Level Exam |
| Mode of Application |
Online |
| Application Fee (General) |
General - INR 600 SC/ST - INR 500 BC - INR 550 |
| Mode of Exam |
Online |
| Mode of Counselling |
Online |
| Exam Duration |
3 hours |
| Total Questions |
160 |
| Question Type |
Multiple Choice Questions |
| Negative Marking |
No |
| Courses Offered |
Engineering - Engineering, Bio-Technology, BTech (Dairy Technology), BTech (Agr. Engg.), BTech (Food Science and Technology) Medical/Pharmacy - Medical courses, BPharma, DPharma etc. Agriculture - BSc (Ag.) / BSc (Hort.) / BVSc & AH / BFSc / BTech (FST) / BSc (CA&BM) |
Commonly asked questions
You can reach the Andhra Pradesh EAMCET 2026 help desk via the official contact number and email provided on the official website. They have provided a dedicated phone number and email for candidate support during the exam period.
AP EAMCET 2026 Admission Process
Check admission process for AP EAMCET 2026 in the infographic shown below:
Commonly asked questions
The candidates can follow these steps if they face any technical issues during the AP EAMCET exam.
- Stay Calm
- Inform Invigilator
- Follow Test Centre Protocol
- Keep a track of time, request extra time if needed
AP EAMCET differs from other state and national-level entrance exams based on the following factors.
- AP EAMCET is conducted by Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU), Kakinada, on behalf of AP EAMCET.
- Students who take AP EAMCET apply for engineering, agriculture and pharmacy in Andhra Pradesh colleges.
- The AP EAMCET syllabus is based on the Andhra Pradesh Boards.
AP EAMCET Rank is most important for admission in top universities and colleges. If a candidate gets a higher rank, they have a higher chance of getting into top college. Other things like reservation and category are also for considered for admission.
Steps to Fill AP EAMCET 2026 Application Form
Registration: Mar ' 26 - Apr ' 26
AP EAMCET 2026 application process includes several steps like fee payments, registration, filling out application forms, uploading required documents and final submission. Candidates have to follow these steps to successfully apply for AP EAMCET 2026. The application form of only eligible candidates will be accepted. Candidates have to check the eligibility criteria before applying for the exam. The details of the AP EAMCET application form filling are as follows.
- Pay the AP EAMCET 2026 application fee.
- Filling out the AP EAMCET application form 2026.
- Uploading scanned images of the photograph and signature.
- Taking a printout of the completed application form.
The exam conducting authority will activate a link to track the progress of the AP EAMCET application form on its website. The tracking system will be updated after 72 hours of completion of the application process.
AP EAMCET 2026 Application Fee
Applicants must pay the following fee, as given in the table below.
| Stream | General Category | Reserved Category | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC/ST | BC | ||
| Engineering | INR 600 | INR 500 | INR 550 |
The following details are needed while filling the application form.
| Details Required | Documents to be Referred |
|---|---|
| Credit Card/Debit Card/Netbanking details | Credit Card/Debit Card |
| Qualifying Exam/Hall Ticket Number | Mark Sheet/ Hall Ticket |
| Date of Birth | Birth Certificate or SSC Certificate |
| Local Status (OU/AU/SVU/ Non-local) | The local candidate certificate issued by MRO or Competent Authority |
| Income Details of Parents | Income Certificate |
| Study Details | Study certificates from Class I to Intermediate / 10+2 / Equivalent |
| Caste Details | Caste certificate |
| Special Category (NCC, PH, Sports, CAP, etc.) Anglo Indian |
The Certificate issued by a Competent Authority |
| Aadhaar Card details | Aadhaar Card |
AP EAMCET 2026 Application Form Correction Window
The corrections can be done on the AP EAMCET application form during the correction window. The details on the application form are divided into two categories. The details in Category -1 can be changed only by sending an email to helpdesk. The candidate can change details in Category -2 during the correction window.
The details that come in Category -1 are as follows.
- Name of Candidate
- Father’s Name
- Date of Birth (as per SSC or Equivalent)
- Signature
- Photograph
- Examination Stream
- Qualifying Exam Hall Ticket No
- Community
The details that come in Category 2 are as follows.
- Qualifying Examination -Year of Appearing /Passing
- Local Area Status
- Medium of Instruction in Qualifying Exam Non-Minority / Minority
- Place of Study -Intermediate or equivalent Annual Income of the Parents
- Bridge Course Hall Ticket Number Study Details
- Mother’s Name Details of (10+2) Examination
- Birth State, Birth District, Place of Study -SSC or equivalent
- Gender SSC Hall Ticket Number & Year of Passing
- Special Category Address for Correspondence
- Mobile / E-mail Id Adhaar Card details, & Ration Card details
The candidate can change details in Category -2 during the correction window.
Commonly asked questions
Candidates can check their registered email id or mobile number for EAMCET registration number. You can also get them online. For that you have to go Andhra EAMCET official website. Then try to login and click on forgot registration number. You have to provide the required information and registration will display.
Candidates from Telangana or any other state can also apply for AP EAMCET, but admission for these candidates is given based on non-local quota rules. 15% of seat allotment in private colleges is allocated for non-local candidates.
AP EAMCET application form 2026 will be available with a late fee till May 2026. The last date to apply for Andhra Pradesh EAPCET 2026 without a late fee will be April 2026. The last date for application form submission with a late fee will be May 2026. The late fee amount will vary depending on the date of submission of the application form. The application fee payment and submission of the application form have to be done before the last date to avoid a late fee.
Eligibility Criteria for AP EAMCET Entrance Exam
AP EAMCET 2026 eligibility criteria are the conditions set by JNTU Kakinada on behalf of APSCHE for candidates seeking admission to engineering, pharmacy and agriculture courses. To be eligible, candidates need to fulfil the requirements given below:
General Eligibility Criteria for AP EAPCET (AP EAMCET) 2026
Candidates should be Indian Nationals or Persons of Indian Origin (PIO)/ Overseas Citizens of India (OCI).
Candidates must be Andhra Pradesh/Telangana state residents and should meet the local/non-local status requirements by Educational Institutes in Andhra Pradesh under admission regulations.
Academic Eligibility Criteria AP EAPCET (AP EAMCET) 2026
Candidates should have passed or appeared in the qualifying examination of intermediate or 10+2 level or any equivalent examination as recognised by the Board of Intermediate Education, Andhra Pradesh/ Telangana.
Candidates must have passed the qualifying examination and must have taken the following subjects in the 10+2 level i.e. Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry or any of the optional subjects or relevant vocational subjects in the Engineering and Technology stream.
Course-wise AP EAMCET 2026 Eligibility
| Stream and Course |
Eligibility |
Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering - BTech (Bio-Tech course) |
Passed Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry as optional subjects along with bridge course exam in Mathematics conducted by the Board of Intermediate Education, Govt, of AP/Telangana only |
Must have completed 17 years of age at the time of admission. |
| Pharmacy |
Passed in Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry as an optional subject or with Biological and Natural Sciences For the PharmD course, candidates must have obtained at least 45% marks in the qualifying examination (40% if candidates belong to a reserved category i.e. SC/ST) |
Must have completed at least 16 years of age at the time of admissions No upper age limit |
| Agriculture |
Candidates should have passed 10+2 qualifying examination with any of the subjects for the relevant course as under – For B.Sc.(Ag.) and B.Sc.(Hort) 1. Physical Sciences 2. Biological or Natural Sciences 3. Agriculture 4. Vocational Course in Agriculture For B.V.Sc. & A.H 1. Physical sciences 2. Biological or Natural Sciences 3. Vocational Courses in Veterinary Sciences For B.F.Sc. 1. Physical Sciences 2. Biological or Natural Sciences 3.. Vocational Courses in Fishery Sciences For B.Tech. (FS & T) 1. Mathematics 2. Physical Sciences or 1. Physical Sciences 2. Biological or Natural sciences |
Must have completed 17 years at the time of admission Upper age limit is 22 years for General, OBC and other candidates For SC/ST candidates, 25 years is the upper limit |
Commonly asked questions
Electronic gadgets such as phones, smartwatches, calculators, Bluetooth devices, and earphones are not allowed in the exam hall. If the candidates violate this, it can cause disqualification
AP EAMCET 2026 Exam Pattern
AP EAMCET exam pattern explains the basic structure of question paper. By observing the exam pattern, candidates will get to know about the total number of questions, marking scheme, exam duration, etc. Check out more information below.
| Sections |
Questions |
Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Physics |
40 |
40 |
| Chemistry |
40 |
40 |
| Mathematics |
80 |
80 |
| Total Marks |
160 |
160 |
AP EAMCET 2026 Preparation Tips
- Check the syllabus.
- Study each topic in detail.
- Make handwritten notes.
- Revise the study materials regularly.
- Appear for mock test.
- Solve previous years’ questions.
- Note down difficult topics.
- Work on difficult topics.
- Take good care of your health.
AP EAMCET Exam Day Instructions
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Candidates are advised to reach the AP EAMCET test centre at least two hours before the scheduled timings.
- No candidate is allowed into the exam centre once the exam has begun, even if they’re late by one minute. Therefore, they must reach the AP EAMCET exam centre on time
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Candidates must carry AP EAMCET Hall ticket & and the filled-in Application form to the exam centres for verification
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Candidates belonging to SC, ST categories should carry a copy of their caste certificate along with AP EAMCET admit card and application form for verification at the exam centre
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Candidates should not carry any prohibited items such as notes, study material, stationery, mobile phones, calculators, watches, etc. AP EAMCET exam centre officials will check candidates for these things and any candidate found with any of the above items will not be permitted to take the test
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AP EAMCET exam centre authority/officials will get biometrics done for each test taker, including fingerprint impression and photograph, before allowing them into the examination hall
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Only exam invigilators at AP EAMCET exam centres will direct the test takers to their allotted computers/nodes in the examination hall.
Instructions on Online Examination
- The exam will commence exactly at the time given on the Admit Card, and the invigilator will announce that effect.
- Entrance exam will last three hours and consist of 160 questions, with 80 questions in Mathematics, 40 questions in Physics, and 40 questions in Chemistry, all of equal weightage.
- Each question has four responses, with one correct answer.
- There is no negative marking for incorrect answers
- All calculations and written work must be completed on rough sheet given, which must be handed over to the invigilator after exam and must include the Hall Ticket number.
- Invigilator will verify each candidate's identity using the Hall Ticket during exam.
- All candidates must follow rules and regulations set by the Convener of the EAPCET, and any incidents of cheating will be dealt with accordingly.
- Candidates must sign and provide their left thumb impression on the Attendance Sheet.
Commonly asked questions
The subjects included in the AP EAMCET question paper are as follows
For Engineering: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry,
For Agriculture and Pharmacy: Biology, Physics, Chemistry
AP EAMCET Syllabus 2026
The AP EAMCET 2026 syllabus includes topics and chapters that are included while preparing question paper. It is strongly advised to check all the topics included in the AP EAMCET 2026 syllabus prior to starting the preparation. Knowledge of the syllabus will help candidates in preparing a concrete preparation strategy. It comprises topics from subjects like Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Zoology and Botany. Further, click on AP EAMCET syllabus 2026 for more details.
Commonly asked questions
AP EAMCET and JEE syllabi are based on the Class 11 and Class 12 curriculum. The topics included in the syllabus will be almost similar in both exams. However, there will be changes in the weightage given to the various topics. If you are preparing for both exams, you can compare the syllabus and do the studies.
Steps to Download AP EAMCET Admit Card
Admit Card: May ' 26
Commonly asked questions
The AP EAMCET Admit Card is an important document for candidates appearing for the exam. The AP EAMCET admit card has the following significance.
- The admit card serves as your entry pass to the exam centre.
- It acts as an identity proof. It contains key personal details, such as your name, photograph, and signature.
- AP EAMCET admit card includes information on exam date, time and location.
- Since the admit card has your photograph, registration number, and other identifying details, it helps the exam authorities prevent fraud and ensure that only registered candidates sit for the exam.
- AP EAMCET admit card has the exam day guidelines
- After the exam, the admit card is often required during the counselling and admission process as proof of your participation in the exam. You should keep it safe until the entire admission process is completed.
AP EAMCET 2026 Question Paper
Commonly asked questions
The AP EAMCET question paper consists of 160 questions in total. The distribution of questions varies depending on the stream (Engineering or Agriculture/Medical).
For the Engineering Stream:
Mathematics: 80 questions
Physics: 40 questions
Chemistry: 40 questions
For the Agriculture/Medical Stream:
Biology (Botany and Zoology): 80 questions
Physics: 40 questions
Chemistry: 40 questions
Each question carries 1 mark, and there is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
AP EAMCET Answer Key 2026
Answer Key: May ' 26
Commonly asked questions
The preliminary Andhra Pradesh EAMCET answer key is released soon after exam to allow candidates to check answers and raise objections if they find any discrepancies. The final answer key is released after checking all objections, and it is used to calculate the actual exam results.
AP EAMCET Result 2026
Result: Jun ' 26
Commonly asked questions
The tentative date of release of the AP EAMCET 2026 result is June 2026. The announcement regarding the result is made in a press conference. The result of Andhra Pradesh EAPCET 2026, which is the Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agriculture, and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test, is published on the official website.
The AP EAMCET result will have the following details
- Score/Marks obtained in each section (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology).
- Total marks obtained.
- Rank achieved based on the normalised score.
- Qualifying status (whether you have cleared the cutoff).
- Your category rank, if applicable.
- Visit the official portal: cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/EAPCET
- Log in using your registration number and hall ticket number
- Download the rank card directly from the site after logging in
Counselling details of AP EAMCET 2026
Counselling: Jul ' 26
Commonly asked questions
The candidates who qualify in the Andhra Pradesh EAMCET 2026 examination can participate in the counselling process. The candidates must also fulfil the other eligibility criteria to appear for counselling. The other eligibility criteria are that the candidates must have cleared class 12 or equivalent with 45% marks in group subjects. The reserved category students must score above 40% in group subjects.
Hundreds of Engineering, Agriculture and Pharmacy Colleges in Andhra Pradesh accept the AP EAMCET score. The number of colleges changes every year. The complete list of participating institutes is updated on the official website every year. The list will also include the cutoff score for the particular institute.
AP EAMCET FAQs
Commonly asked questions
You must carry the following things for AP EAMCET 2026
- AP EAMCET 2026 Admit Card (downloaded from the official AP EAMCET website).
- Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Passport, Driving License, etc.).
- Black/Blue Ballpoint Pen (if applicable).
The candidate can know the seating details post Bar Code scanning and date verification in the Hall Ticket at the exam centre. The support staff will also be available to guide students to their respective computer labs/exam halls. The candidates are advised to reach the exam centre an hour before the exam to avoid last-minute confusion.
AP EAMCET Hall Ticket & Rank Card
Intermediate/10+2 Marks Sheet
Transfer Certificate (TC)
Aadhaar Card
Income Certificate (if applying under fee reimbursement scheme)
Caste Certificate (for reserved categories)
Residence Certificate or Local Status Certificate
Andhra Pradesh EAMCET 2026 cutoff will be on the total of candidates applying for the exam, those who appeared in the test, and the B.Tech seats. The entrance exam difficulty level and older Andhra Pradesh EAMCET cutoff trends also matter.
The Andhra Pradesh EAMCET Rank Card typically includes:
Candidate's Personal Details:
Name
Hall Ticket Number
Registration Number
Marks and Rank Information:
Marks obtained in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology
Total marks
EAMCET rank and, if applicable, category rank
Intermediate Weightage (25%):
Marks from Class 12 (for specific subjects) used in the final ranking
Qualifying Status:
Whether the candidate has qualified for counseling
Category and Local/Non-Local Status
Online Registration
Certificate Verification
Web Option Entry
Seat Allotment
Self-Reporting and Reporting to the College
The items not allowed in the exam hall are given below.
- Electronic devices like a mobile phone, a smart watch, a calculator
- Books and Notes
- Food and drinks
- Bags and purses
The candidates must visit the official website of Andhra Pradesh EAMCET and click on the link to download the answer key for the shift they appeared. Candidates can check the answer key by downloading the PDF. The solutions given in the answer key can be compared with the answers the candidate marked in the exam. This will help the candidate to estimate his/her marks in the exam.
To revise effectively, follow these steps
- Allow time for revision every day
- After completing a topic, be sure to revise it again.
- Identify the weak topics and keep revising
- Make flashcards of the important topics and keep checking them often
EAMCET application form 2026 will be released in March 2026. AP EAMCET application form will be available on official website. Application form must be filled online. Candidates must pay application fee to submit form. Steps to fill application form are registration, form filling and fee payment.
Candidates who find any errors in the AP EAMCET 2026 result should contact the AP EAMCET helpline or the conducting authority and request necessary corrections. The candidates must submit the supporting documents to resolve the issue.
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