AP ICET Cut off 2026: Qualifying Marks, Cut Off Score & Closing Rank Trends

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

shadow

APICET 2026 Exam Date

2 May '26

Shruti Garg
Updated on Apr 21, 2026 21:36 IST

By Shruti Garg, Assistant Manager- Editorial

Overview

AP ICET cutoff 2026 refers to the minimum score required to qualify for counselling and admission process. Accepting colleges will release AP ICET 2026 cut off based on the ICET ranks obtained by the candidates in exam. Colleges under Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) will publish the AP ICET cut off 2026 list at icet-sche.aptonline.in. Candidates meeting the cutoff criteria will be eligible for final admissions.

APSCHE will release AP ICET 2026 counselling schedule soon after declaration of AP ICET result 2026. Last year, Authorities recorded the attendance of approximately 91% of candidates who appeared for the AP ICET exam. As per the statistics, 32 719 candidates qualified for the exam out of the 34,131 candidates.

Also Read:

AP ICET Seat Allotment 2026

LIVE
0 second ago
AP ICET 2026 Exam (Today) LIVE: Slot 1 Begins; Check Paper Analysis, Reporting Time, Documents
AP ICET 2026 Exam Difficulty Level
Read more details
View previous updates
Table of contents
  • AP ICET Closing Ranks 2026 (Expected)
  • APICET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
  • What is AP ICET Passing Marks?
  • Factors Determining AP ICET Cutoff 2026
  • AP ICET 2026 Merit List- Tie Breaking
  • AP ICET Exam Statistics
  • FAQs on AP ICET Cutoff
View More
APICET Logo

AP ICET Closing Ranks 2026 (Expected)

Candidates can check the table below to know the expected AP ICET closing ranks 2026. The table below mentions the closing ranks for general category only.

Institute name

Male General Category R1-GN-HS

Female General Category R1-GN-HS-F

Dr B R Ambedkar University

628

2032

Adikavi Nannaya University College Of Arts And Commerce

731

5338

AU Colleges Of Arts And Commerce

862

514

Sri Venkateswara College Of Engineering

862

514

JNTU School Of Management Studies Self-Finance

1820

1434

JNTU College Of Engineering Self Finance

6276

2259

Adikavi Nannaya University MSN Campus

9732

9787

Adikavi Nannaya University Campus

13606

10371

Sri Krishnadevaraya University

13963

20275

Sri Krishnadevaraya University Self-Finance

16481

39036

JNTUA School Of Management Studies Self-Finance

20144

22369

Vignan's Institute of Information Technology

32503

28041

Vignan Degree College

42448

41655

AP ICET Expected Cutoff 2026

Candidates can check the table below to know the expected AP ICET cutoff 2026:

Marks 

Expected AP ICET ranks

198 – 171

1 to 10 

170 – 161

31 to 70 

160 – 151

71 to 100 

150 – 141

101 to 200 

140 – 131

201 to 350 

130 – 121

351 to 500 

120 – 111

501 to 1000

110 – 91

1001 to 1500 

90 – 81

1501 to 3000 

80 – 71

3001 to 10000 

70 – 61

10001 to 25000

60 – 51

25001 and above

Also read:

AP ICET Result 2026

Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education will declare the AP ICET result 2026 on May 16, 2026. On release of the AP ICET rank card 2026 or AP ICET results 2026, candidates can check their section-wise score and qualifying status. Based on AP ICET marks, qualified candidates will be able to apply for AP ICET counselling 2026.

Q&A Icon
Commonly asked questions
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:   How are ranks assigned in Andhra Pradesh ICET?
A: 

Ranks in Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 are given based on the marks obtained by candidates in APICET 2026 exam. The ranks are given as:

  • The actual score (including decimal value) is considered while giving ranks.
  • However, in the rank card, marks will be rounded off and shown up to two decimal places.
Q:   How much ICET rank is required for Andhra University?
A: 

To get a seat in Andhra University for MBA program, candidate must have a rank of ranging between 300-500. Andhra University will release the seat allotment result based on the number of application recieved.

APICET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of APICET 2026 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
05 May ' 26 - 07 May ' 26

AP ICET Answer Key 2026 (Provisional)

16 May ' 26

AP ICET Rank Card 2026

APICET Logo

What is AP ICET Passing Marks?

Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education has prescribed the AP ICET passing marks. As per the criteria, General category students must score a minimum of 25% i.e., 50 marks out of 200 marks. There are no qualifying marks for candidates belonging to SC/ST categories. Candidates must note that AP ICET scorecard is valid for one year from the date of declaration.

 

Q&A Icon
Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the Andhra Pradesh ICET normalization process and why is it needed?
A: 

AP ICET 2026 will be conducted in multiple sessions with different sets of question papers in both shifts. To make sure that no candidate gets an advantage or disadvantage because of the difficulty level of their shift, a process called normalization is used. AP ICET normalisation process adjusts scores to a common scale (like CAT and JEE) so that marks are fair for everyone across all sessions.

Q:   What documents are required for Andhra Pradesh ICET counselling?
A: 

To appear for Andhra Pradesh ICET counselling 2026, candidates must keep the following documents ready:

  • AP ICET 2026 hall ticket
  • APICET rank card 2026
  • Transfer Certificate (T.C)
  • Degree marks memos/consolidated marks memo
  • Degree provisional certificate
  • Intermediate marks memo/Diploma marks memo
  • S.S.certificate or equivalent Marks memo
  • Study Certificates from Class IX to Degree
  • Residence Certificate (in case where the candidate has no institutionalised education) in respect of Private candidates of Andhra Pradesh state.
  • Residence certificate of either of the parent in Andhra Pradesh for 10 years excluding the period of employment outside Andhra Pradesh from the competent authority in respect to f Non-Local Candidates.
  • the latest valid Income Certificate or Ration Card issued by the competent authority containing the name of the candidate
  • Caste Certificate issued by a competent authority in respect to SC/ST/BC
  • Economically weaker section (EWS)certificate if applicable
  • Local status certificate if applicable i.e., a candidate who migrates to any part of the state of Andhra Pradesh from the state of Telangana within a period of Seven years from the 2nd day of June, 2014 shall be regarded as the local candidate in the state of Andhra Pradesh.
Q:   When can I register for Andhra Pradesh ICET counselling?
A: 

AP ICET counselling 2026 registrations will commence tentatively in June 2026. Candidates must visit the APSCHE ICET counselling official website to register for process. Candidates must keep the required documents ready.

APICET Logo

Factors Determining AP ICET Cutoff 2026

AP ICET cutoff is released considering the below factors:

  • Total number of candidates appeared for AP ICET 2026 exam
  • Total number of seats in college and course
  • Level of difficulty of ICET question paper
  • Reservation policy
  • Previous year cutoff

How is a rank assigned based on the AP ICET 2026 Score?

The candidates who will secure 25% marks in AP ICET 2026 (50 out of 200) and candidates belonging to the category of SC and ST to whom qualifying marks are not prescribed, shall be assigned rank in the order of the merit based on marks obtained in AP ICET exam.

Q&A Icon
Commonly asked questions
Q:   When will be the APICET results announced?
A: 

Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 results will be announced in third week of May. The results are released on the official website of AP ICET. Candidates who will appear for the exam will be able to check their scores at cets. Aspche. Andhra Pradesh. Gov. In. The APICET scorecard mentions the details such as: candidate details, exam details, section-wise marks, overall marks and rank obtained. During the AP ICET counselling process, on the basis of the rank obtained candidates will be allotted the institute in the state of Andhra Pradesh for admission to MBA or MCA programme. Candidates from first to last rank will be eligible to appear for the Andhra Pradesh ICET counselling process.

Q:   How can I apply for Andhra Pradesh ICET result re-evaluation?
A: 

APICET 2026 results will be announced in online mode. Only candidates who will appear for the exam can download their scorecard online at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. For re-evaluation of the Andhra Pradesh ICET result, or to report any kind of discrepancy, candidates must contact the officials. For re-evaluation of the result, candidates must submit an application form and pay INR 1,000 for the process. Candidates can contact at the helpdesk of Andhra Pradesh ICET helpdeskapicet2026@gmail.com or contact at 9000977657 from 10 am to 5 pm.

APICET Logo

AP ICET 2026 Merit List- Tie Breaking

In case more than one student scores the same marks in AP ICET 2026, the tie will be resolved as per the below-mentioned criteria:

  • By considering the marks scored in Section-A
  • If the tie persists, marks obtained by a student in Section B will be taken into consideration.
  • If the tie persists, the tie will be resolved by taking the age of the candidate into account and giving the older candidate Priority

Note- Rank obtained in AP ICET 2026 will only be valid for the academic year 2026-27.

Read More:

Q&A Icon
Commonly asked questions
Q:   Will APICET normalization change my actual marks?
A: 

After APICET normalization, candidate's final marks may be a bit different from their raw score (the score they got by counting correct answers directly). The Andhra Pradesh ICET final normalized marks of the candidate will be considered for preparing the merit list and assigning them rank.

Q:   What is Andhra Pradesh ICET tie breaking criteria?
A: 

If two or more students score the same marks in Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 exam, the rank will be decided based on below parameters:

  • Test taker with higher marks in Section-A will given upper rank
  • If it is still same, the candidate with higher marks in Section-B will be preferred.
  • If there's still a tie, the older candidate (by age) will be ranked higher.
Q:   When will Andhra Pradesh ICET counselling commence? Who is eligible to apply for counselling process?
A: 

Andhra Pradesh ICET counselling dates 2026 will be released at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. The Andhra Pradesh ICET counselling registration 2026 will commence in June 2026. Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 results will be announced tentatively in second week of May 2026. Candidates ranking from first to last will be able to attend the Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 counselling process. Student must make sure to keep the documents ready for the verification process.

MBA exams you must check out

Exams whose cutoff has been released

Cut-off released
Exam D-day soon
Registration ends soon
Upcoming registrations
CUET PG 2026 Result

24 Apr '26 - 24 May '26

View allMBA exams
APICET Logo

AP ICET Exam Statistics

AP ICET exam statistics have been updated in the table below: 

Features

2023

2024

2025

Number of candidates who applied for AP ICET

49,162

48,828

37,572

Number of candidates who appeared for AP ICET

44,343

44,446

34,131

Number of candidates qualified in AP ICET

37,326

42,984

TBA

Percentage of students qualified

84.14%

91.05%

TBA

Also Read:
Q&A Icon
Commonly asked questions
Q:   Which are the top colleges accepting APICET exam score?
A: 

Top colleges in Andhra Pradesh accepting Andhra Pradesh ICET scores are:

  1. Acharya Nagarjuna University College
  2. Andhra University Colleges Of Arts And Commerce
  3. Dr B R Ambedkar University
  4. Sri Krishnadevaraya University
  5. Yogi Vemana University
  6. Vikrama Simhapuri University
  7. Dr.Abdul Haq Urdu University
  8. Krishna University
  9. Adikavi Nannaya University Campus
  10. Adikavi Nannaya Univ College of Arts & Commerce
  11. Adikavi Nannaya University Campus
  12. S V U College Of Commerce Manegement and Computer Science

Check the complete list of top colleges here- https://www.shiksha.com/mba/colleges/mba-colleges-accepting-icet-andhra-pradesh.

Q:   Is APICET exam tough for an average student?
A: 

The Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test is of generally moderate difficulty and is manageable if the candidate is prepared well for the exam. It is comparatively easier MBA entrance examiantion from CAT, XAT or CMAT. Andhra Pradesh ICET exam is conducted for admission to colleges in Andhra Pradesh.

Q:   Will marks be deducted for unanswered questions in Andhra Pradesh ICET?
A: 

No, marks will not be deducted for any wrong answer or not attempeted question in Andhra Pradesh ICET exam. Candidates will be get one mark for every correct answer and no marks for any wrong answers.

APICET Logo

FAQs on AP ICET Cutoff

Check more frequently asked questions on AP ICET cutoff below:

Q&A Icon
Commonly asked questions
Q:   Which are the best Andhra Pradesh ICET colleges?
A: 

Some of the top Andhra Pradesh ICET accepting colleges in Andhra Pradesh are:

  1. Andhra University, Visakhapatnam
  2. Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati
  3. JNTU Kakinada and Anantapur
  4. GITAM School of Business
  5. Acharya Nagarjuna University, Guntur
  6. RVR and JC College of Engineering, Guntur
Q:   What if I do not qualify Andhra Pradesh ICET exam?
A: 

If you do not qualify the Andhra Pradesh ICET exam, you can appear for other MBA entrance examinations like TS ICET, CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT and so forth and prepare well in advance for these exams. 

You can also apply for admission to colleges which offer admission on merit basis based on class 12th and UG score.

Q:   Which details are required to access the Andhra Pradesh ICET rankcard?
A: 

To download the Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test rank card 2026, candidates must visit the official website, cets.apsche.ap.gov.in and enter the below details soon after the scorecard is released:

  • AP ICET 2026 Registration number
  • APICET Admit Card number
Q:   Where can I check Andhra Pradesh ICET result?
A: 

Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test result 2026 can be checked on the Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 official website, cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. APSCHE will declare the Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 results on May 16, 2026 in online mode. Candidates must enter their Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 login details to download the rank card PDF.

qna

APICET Exam

Student Forum

chatAnything you would want to ask experts?
Write here...

Answered a week ago

Andhra Pradesh ICET counselling dates 2026 will be released at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. The Andhra Pradesh ICET counselling registration 2026 will commence in June 2026. Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 results will be announced tentatively in second week of May 2026. Candidates ranking from first to last wil

...Read more

N

Nishtha Arora

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a week ago

If two or more students score the same marks in Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 exam, the rank will be decided based on below parameters:

  • Test taker with higher marks in Section-A will given upper rank
  • If it is still same, the candidate with higher marks in Section-B will be preferred.
  • If there's still a tie,

...Read more

D

Dhanya Dhyani

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a week ago

AP ICET counselling 2026 registrations will commence tentatively in June 2026. Candidates must visit the APSCHE ICET counselling official website to register for process. Candidates must keep the required documents ready.

S

Satyendra Kaur

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a week ago

To appear for Andhra Pradesh ICET counselling 2026, candidates must keep the following documents ready:

  • AP ICET 2026 hall ticket
  • APICET rank card 2026
  • Transfer Certificate (T.C)
  • Degree marks memos/consolidated marks memo
  • Degree provisional certificate
  • Intermediate marks memo/Diploma marks memo
  • S.S.certific

...Read more

N

Nishtha Singh

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 2 weeks ago

Candidates must past five year's Andhra Pradesh ICET previous year question paper to prepare well for exam. The past five year question papers will help candidates become familar with the difficulty level and topics with high-weightage over the years.

S

Satyendra Kaur

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 2 weeks ago

Yes, Andhra Pradesh ICET question paper is different in every slot. Andhra Pradesh ICET exam is codncuted in two slots. The question paper will follow the similar pattern and structure, however, the type of questions will vary for all sections.

K

Kritika Malhotra

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 2 weeks ago

Yes, candidates can crack APICET exam through self study only of the candidate is discplined and consistent in preparation. Candidates must refer the best books with updated syllaus for APICET exam and refer the online resources to understand the important concepts. For self-study, candidates must e

...Read more

N

Nishtha Singh

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 3 weeks ago

Yes, candidates will be required to pay the Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 answer key objection fee. The Fee has to be paid for each objection raised on a Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 question, which is INR 300, and the same is refundable for a valid objection only. 

N

Nishtha Kumar

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a month ago

Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test (AP ICET) is conducted once in a year. Hence, candidates can appear for examination once in a year. For the upcoming session, Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 exam is scheduled to be held on May 02, 2026.

N

Nishtha Pandey

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a month ago

AP ICET 2026 result or rank card will be released on May 16, 2026. The results are expected to be announced by 6 PM. APSCHE will announce Andhra Pradesh ICET score 2026 based on the objections received by candidates.

N

Nishtha Bhandari

Contributor-Level 7

495 Institutes accepting APICET

Discontinued (Nov 2022)- M.B.A. in Hospital Administ...
      • 3 years
      • |
      • Full Time
      MBA in Hospital Administration
      • 86,560
      • 2 years
      • |
      • Full Time
      Master of Business Administration (MBA)
      • 63,700
      • 2 years
      • |
      • Full Time
      Master of Business Administration (MBA)
      • 6.70 Lakh
      • 2 years
      • |
      • Full Time

      Explore more MBA exams with upcoming dates

      TGICET Registration (With Late Fee of INR 5000) 29 Apr '26 - 1 May '26
      JET 2026 PG - Online PI 2 May '26
      ATMA 2026 (May) 3 May '26
      MU BAAT 2026 Round 5 Registration Last Date 3 May '26
      Alliance AMAT 2026 Last Date of July Registrations 15 May '26

      News & Updates

      Latest NewsPopular News