AP EAMCET (EAPCET) 2026: Answer Key (May 25), Result (June 1), Scorecard, Cut off, Counselling here

AP EAMCET application form 2026 was released on February 4. The application form was available on the official website up to April 10, 2026. The application form had to be filled online. Candidates had to pay the application fee to submit the form before the last date. Steps to fill the application form were registration, form filling and fee payment. 

For Engineering and Pharmacy
Students must be at least 16 years of age as of December 31 of the year of admission. There is no specific upper age limit for candidates applying to AP EAMCET.

For Agriculture and Medical courses
Students must be at least 17 years of age as of December 31 of the year of admission, there is an upper age limit. For general category candidates, upper age limit is 22 years, and for SC/ST candidates, it is 25 years.

The MPC (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry) stream and the BiPC (Biology, Physics, Chemistry) stream on different dates. AP EAMCET 2026 Engineering Exam was conducted on May 12, 13, 14, 15 and 18, 2026. The AP EAMCET Agriculture and Pharmacy exam was on May 19 and 20, 2026. 

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

The candidates can use these preparation tips

• Create a learning plan and follow it strictly.
• Understand the exam pattern by solving previous year question papers.
• Practice regularly

Andhra Pradesh EAPCET stands for Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agriculture, and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test.  AP EAP CET was previously known as Andhra Pradesh EAMCET (Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agricultural and Medical Common Entrance Test). AP EAMCET is a state-level entrance exam conducted by Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Kakinada, on behalf of Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE).  AP EAMCET is conducted for admission into various professional courses offered in Colleges in the state of Andhra Pradesh. It is a computer-based test (CBT) for admission into first year of professional courses. AP EAMCET exam is conducted annually.  AP EAMCET syllabus is based on curriculum of Class 11 and Class 12.

Candidates can reach Andhra Pradesh EAMCET 2026 help desk via official contact number and email provided on official website. They have provided dedicated phone number and email for candidate support during the exam period. 

The number of months candidates must prepare for AP EAMCET depends on learning style and background knowledge of  student. More than 6 months of preparation are required to understand all topics thoroughly. For majority of students, four to six months is usually considered enough. Students who have already completed studying the syllabus and require only revision need only a month to prepare for exam.

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. 

Important dates for Andhra Pradesh EAMCET

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 Answer Key for Agriculture and Pharmacy Stream will be released on May 25, 2026. The candidates can raise objections against the Andhra Pradesh EAMCET Agriculture and Pharmacy Stream answer key few days after the release of the answer key. 

AP EAMCET 2026 answer key is useful for

Pattern analysis - By checking past answer keys, candidates can understand type of questions.
Self evaluation - Compare answers written in exam with answers given on answer key.

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. Final answer key is released after checking all objections, and it is used to calculate actual exam results.

AP EAMCET Answer Key is released on official website. The candidates must click on AP EAMCET 2026 answer key link based on  shift they appeared for. Once they find link, they can click on it to download AP EAMCET 2026 answer key. AP EAMCET answer key is released in PDF format. Candidates must save answer key for future reference. Answer key is generally released few days after completion of exam.

AP EAMCET results will be released on official website. The candidates can download the results by visiting the official website of AP EAMCET.  The candidates must click on the AP EAMCET result link and enter the AP EAMCET registration number and hall ticket number. The results get displayed on the screen. The candidates can take a printout of the result and keep it for future reference. 

• 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 

The tentative date of release of AP EAMCET 2026 result is June 1, 2026. Announcement regarding result is made in press conference. Result of Andhra Pradesh EAPCET 2026, which is Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agriculture, and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test, is published on 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.

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 2026 counselling registration can be done from July 2026. The exam date for the Andhra Pradesh EAMCET 2026 exam is in May 2026. The counselling process of Andhra Pradesh EAMCET includes registration, seat allotment, and filling web options. The conducting authority will activate the links for the Andhra Pradesh EAMCET 2026 registration and web options entry on the dates mentioned. 

Candidates who qualify in Andhra Pradesh EAMCET 2026 examination can participate in counselling. Candidates must have cleared class 12 or equivalent with 45% marks in group subjects. Reserved category students must score above 40% in group subjects.

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 

Yes, there are specific subject requirements for eligibility to apply for AP EAMCET

For Engineering (B.E./B.Tech)

Candidates who appeared for Class 12 or an equivalent exam, with Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry as the main subjects.
Candidates appearing in the Diploma exam recognised by the State Board of Technical Education and Training, Andhra Pradesh or Telangana.

For Agriculture and Pharmacy courses 
Candidates must have appeared in the Class 12 exam or equivalent, with  Biology, Physics, and Chemistry as the main subjects.

There is a minimum education requirement for AP EAMCET 2026.  Candidates must have completed Class 12 or equivalent. A Diploma in engineering is also considered for engineering admission through AP EAMCET 2026.

The eligibility for Andhra Pradesh EAMCET will not be changed. The eligibility criteria are released on the official website. Candidates must check the eligibility criteria before applying. 

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.

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.

The last date of AP EAPCET 2026 application fee payment was April 10, 2026.

It is not necessary to send a hard copy of the AP EAMCET 2026 application form to the concerned authority. The candidates must submit the form only online. It is better to keep a printed copy of the completed application form for the reference of the candidates. 

Candidates have to carry a valid photo ID proof like an Aadhaar card, PAN card, driving license, etc., along with their Andhra Pradesh EAMCET admit card to exam centre. It is mandatory to take admit card to exam centre. Candidates will not be permitted inside exam centre without admit card and a valid ID proof. Candidates have to check all details on admit card before taking it to exam centre.

To download the AP EAMCET Admit Card, follow these simple steps:
Visit the Official Website
Click on the Admit Card Link
Enter Your Login Details
Submit the Information
Download and Print the Admit Card

If in case anything is printed wrongly on the admit card of AP EAMCET exam, candidates must immediately contact the helpline body for the same. They should also check the details printed on an admit card thoroughly. 

AP EAMCET Admit Card is important document for candidates appearing for exam. The AP EAMCET admit card has following significance.

• The admit card serves as entry pass to exam centre. 
• It acts as an identity proof. It contains key personal details, such as name, photograph, and signature.
• AP EAMCET admit card includes information on exam date, time and location.
• Since admit card has photograph, registration number, and other identifying details, it helps exam authorities prevent fraud and ensure that only registered candidates sit for the exam.
• AP EAMCET admit card has exam day guidelines
• After the exam, admit card is often required during counselling and admission process as proof of participation in  exam. You should keep it safe until entire admission process is completed.

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 will be conducted in 3 languages: English, Telugu, and Urdu. The candidates who want to take the exam in Urdu can only appear for the exam at Kurnool at the specified exam centres. The question paper will be in Telugu and English in all the other centres. 

No, there is no negative marking in Andhra Pradesh EAMCET exam. For every correct answer one mark is given. There is no marks reduced for incorrect responses or unanswered questions. This applies to both engineering and agriculture streams of exam.

Andhra Pradesh EAMCET exam will be for 160 questions.

For Engineering candidates

Physics for 40 questions
Chemistry for 40 questions
Mathematics for 80 questions

For Agriculture and Pharmacy students

Physics for 40 questions
Chemistry for 40 questions
Biology for 80 questions (both Botany and Zoology)

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. 

There are no official announcements regarding any changes in AP EAMCET syllabus 2026. Syllabus will be available on official website soon. If any changes are made to syllabus it gets updated on official website. Candidates must prepare accordingly.

The AP EAMCET syllabus covers subjects based on the stream you choose (Engineering or Agriculture/Pharmacy). 

For Engineering Stream:
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry

For Agriculture and Pharmacy Stream:
Botany
Zoology
Physics
Chemistry

The syllabus is based on the topics from the intermediate level (Class 11 and 12) of the Andhra Pradesh Board of Intermediate Education.

Steps to download AP EAMCET syllabus

• Go to official AP EAMCET website, cets.apsche.ap.gov.in.
• On homepage, click on Syllabus section, that has syllabus for both Engineering and Agriculture streams.
• Click on syllabus link and download PDF version for both streams (Engineering or Agriculture/Pharmacy).

The concerned authority will release the AP EAMCET 2026 question papers along with the answer key and response sheet. The AP EAMCET 2026 question paper will be released on the official website. The candidates can check the answers written for the exam by comparing them with the answer key. Candidates who are preparing for the AP EAMCET 2026 must practice Andhra Pradesh EAMCET previous year question papers to check their preparation level, for time management, and to understand the difficulty level of the exam.

Andhra Pradesh EAMCET 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019 question papers are available on Shiksha page. Candidates can click on links to download and practice from previous years' Andhra Pradesh EAMCET question papers. The candidates must practice the past years AP EAMCET question papers to score well in exam. 

AP EAMCET question paper consists of 160 questions in total. 

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 exam consists of multiple choice questions. Each of the MCQs will have four options. Candidates must choose correct answer from four options. 

• Every question from all sections carries one mark, and for each correct option, candidates will get 1 mark

• There is no negative marking scheme, i.e. 0 marks will be deducted for incorrect answers

• Also, no marks are allotted or reduced in case of no attempts (leaving questions)