AP ICET Exam Analysis 2026: Get Shift 1 & 2 Detailed Paper Analysis, Review

Andhra Pradesh - Integrated Common Entrance Test (APICET) 2026 ( APICET )

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Updated on Dec 1, 2025 18:01 IST

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AP ICET 2026 analysis for slot 1 and 2 will be released soon after the exam is conducted. Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, wll conduct AP ICET 2026 exam slot 1 and slot 2 tentatively in second week of May. Candidates can check exam level of difficulty. This year, AP ICET exam 2026 is expected to be conducted by Andhra University, Visakhapatnam on behalf of APSCHE. On release of the AP ICET exam analysis 2026, candidates can know the section-wise difficulty level, marking scheme, memory-based questions, and expected cut-offs. 

Check AP ICET Exam Previous Year Analysis:

AP ICET 2025 Question Paper Analysis

Table of contents
  • AP ICET Exam Pattern 2026: Highlights
  • AP ICET Exam Analysis: Previous Year
  • FAQs Related to AP ICET Analysis
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AP ICET Exam Pattern 2026: Highlights

Check the table below to know the AP ICET 2026 exam pattern in brief:

AP ICET Paper Pattern 2024

Mode of AP ICET exam

Computer-Based Test 

Duration of exam

  • 150 minutes 
  • No sectional time limit

AP ICET exam slots

  • Morning: 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM (concluded)
  • Afternoon: 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM

Number of questions

200

AP ICET maximum marks

200

Negative Marking

No

Language of question paper

English & Telugu

Number of answer choices

4

Question Type

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)

Also Read:

AP ICET 2026 Response Sheet

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the difficulty level of Andhra Pradesh ICET exam?
A: 

The overall difficulty level of Andhra Pradesh ICET exam is moderate, as per the Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 question paper analysis.

1. The Communication Ability section is usually easy to attempt with a 70-marks weightage. 

2. The Analytical Ability section is also Moderate in difficulty, with a total score weightage of 75 marks.

3. In comparison to other exams, the Mathematical Ability section includes formula based questions, hence the difficulty level of this section is easy to moderate if the candidate is prepared properly. The weightage of this section sis 55 marks.

Candidates can check detailed analysis of Andhra Pradesh ICET question papers at this link: https://www.shiksha.com/mba/apicet-exam-analysis.

Q:   What is Andhra Pradesh ICET passing marks?
A: 

Candidates securing the minimum 25% marks or 50 out of 200 marks shall be considered pass and will be assigned ranks basis on the score obtained. SC/ST candidates are not alloted the qualifying marks. Candidates must note that merely securing Andhra Pradesh ICET passing marks does not guarantee admission to college in desired programme. Andhra Pradesh ICET accepting colleges releases the Andhra Pradesh ICET cut off. Candidates meeting the Andhra Pradesh ICET cut off criteria will be eligible for admission.

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AP ICET Exam Analysis: Previous Year

The AP ICET exam analysis for previous years for slot 1 and slot 2 is available. Check the table below for updated analysis.

AP ICET Exam Analysis 2025: Slot 1

Sections

Total Number of Questions

Level of Difficulty

Communication Ability

70

Easy

Analytical Ability

75

Moderate

Mathematical Ability

55

Easy to Moderate

Total

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Moderate

AP ICET Exam Analysis 2025: Slot 2

Sections

Total Number of Questions

Level of Difficulty

Communication Ability

70

Moderate

Analytical Ability

75

Easy

Mathematical Ability

55

Moderate

Total

-

Moderate

Also Read:

AP ICET Exam Analysis 2024: Slot 1

Sections

Total Number of questions

Level of Difficulty

Communication Ability

70

Easy

Analytical Ability

75

Moderate

Mathematical Ability

55

Easy to Moderate

Total

-

Moderate

AP ICET Exam Analysis 2024: Slot 2

Sections

Total Number of questions

Level of Difficulty

Communication Ability

70

Easy

Analytical Ability

75

Moderate

Mathematical Ability

55

Moderate

Total

-

Moderately Easy

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is Andhra Pradesh ICET qualifying score?
A: 

As per the Andhra Pradesh ICET qualifying score, candidate must score a minumum of 25% marks i.e., 50 out of 200 to qualify for shortlisting criteria. The Andhra Pradesh ICET qualifying criteria will not be applicable for the candidates belonging to the reserved category. Candidates meeting the passing marks will be considered for the shortlisting criteria. Andhra Pradesh ICET colleges releases the Andhra Pradesh ICET cut off based on candidate's score.

Q:   What is the sectional weightage of Andhra Pradesh ICET exam?
A: 

APSCHE has released the Andhra Pradesh ICET exam section weightage. Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 question paper will consist of 200 questions. The question paper will be divided inteo three sections viz., Analytical ability, Mathematical ability, Communication ability. Refer below to know the Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 section weightage:

  1. Analytical Ability: 75
  2. Mathematical Ability: 55
  3. Communication Ability: 70
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FAQs Related to AP ICET Analysis

Check below to know the frequently asked questions on AP ICET: counselling

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the difficulty level of Andhra Pradesh ICET exam?
A: 

The overall difficulty level of Andhra Pradesh ICET exam is moderate, as per the Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 question paper analysis.

1. The Communication Ability section is usually easy to attempt with a 70-marks weightage. 

2. The Analytical Ability section is also Moderate in difficulty, with a total score weightage of 75 marks.

3. In comparison to other exams, the Mathematical Ability section includes formula based questions, hence the difficulty level of this section is easy to moderate if the candidate is prepared properly. The weightage of this section sis 55 marks.

Candidates can check detailed analysis of Andhra Pradesh ICET question papers at this link: https://www.shiksha.com/mba/apicet-exam-analysis.

Q:   When is APICET cutoff released?
A: 

Andhra Pradesh ICET cutoff is released after the results are announced. AP ICET accepting colleges releases the list of score and ranks applicable for admissions to the MBA/MCA programme during the counselling process. On the basis of the preferences enetered by the candidates during the AP ICET counselling registration process and AP ICET rank, candidates are allotted the colleges. Candidates can choose to freeze or move to further counselling rounds. Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 counselling dates will be announced after the declaration of results. Candidates must make sure to complete  the AP ICET 2026 counselling registration process to appear for counselling rounds.

Based on the scores and ranks obtained  by the candidates, they can know their probable chances on getting into desired institute by checking the expected ranks and cutoff for AP ICET 2026 here- AP ICET rank wise college list

Q:   What is the official website for Andhra Pradesh ICET?
A: 

To know the Andhra Pradesh ICET exam date, application form, admit card, answer key and results, candidates can visit at the official link: cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/ICET. The link to fill the application form, download hall ticket, answer key and results will be available at the provided link. 

Q:   Is there any negative marking in Andhra Pradesh ICET exam?
A: 

No, there is no negative marking in Andhra Pradesh ICET exam. As per the Andhra Pradesh ICET marking scheme, candidate will get one mark for every correct answer and no mark will be deducted for any wrong answer or not attempted questions. The maxmimum marks are 200. Candidates must carefully mark their response and attempt maximum number of questions.

Q:   Can I re-appear for Andhra Pradesh ICET exam?
A: 

AP ICET exam is conducted once in a year. Candidates can re-appear for the exam in next academic year. For the upcoming examination, Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 will be scheduled tentatively on May 07, 2026. Candidates must stay updated with the exam dates to prepare for the exam well.

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