APICET MCA Mock Test 2026: Get Free Online Practice Papers

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Updated on Feb 6, 2026 12:40 IST

By Shruti Garg, Assistant Manager- Editorial

AP ICET mock test 2026 will be released by APSCHE soon. Candidates can appear for the AP ICET mock test 2026 at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. To appear for the AP ICET 2026 mock test, candidates don't require any prior registrations. Mock tests are conducted to help candidates familiarise themselves with the AP ICET 2026 Syllabus, the difficulty level of exam and mode of examination. Also, candidates can learn about exam pattern and get an idea of actual exam day environment with the help of the AP ICET mock test. AP ICET 2026 exam will be held on May 02, 2026.

Candidates in this article can check the detailed steps to appear for the mock test of AP ICET 2026.

Table of contents

AP ICET 2026 Exam Overview
Significance of AP ICET 2026 Mock Test
How to Appear for AP ICET 2026 Mock Test
AP ICET 2026 Exam Pattern
FAQs Related to AP ICET Mock Test

AP ICET 2026 Exam Overview

To understand AP ICET exam and pattern, students must check the table below. Know about AP ICET exam pattern in brief:

Features	Details
Name of Exam	Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test
Exam Conducting Body	Andhra University
Examination level	State level
Mode of the Examination	Computer-based test
Number of sections	Three sections Analytical Ability Communication Ability Mathematical Ability
Nature of questions	Objective type multiple-choice questions
Medium	Section A and C: English and Telugu Section B: English
Duration	150 minutes
Marking Scheme in the Examination	+1 mark for each correct answer. No negative marking.

Commonly asked questions

Q: What is Andhra Pradesh ICET exam pattern?

Andhra Pradesh ICET exam pattern mentions name of sections, marking scheme and number of questions in the question paper. AP ICET question paper will have total 200 multiple choice questions. Candidates are given one mark for every correct answer and there will be no negative marking for any wrong answers. The duration of the exam is 150 minutes. Andhra Pradesh ICET exam will be a Computer Based Test to be conducted across 25 districts of Andhra Pradesh. The Andhra Pradesh ICET exam will be held on April 28, 2026.

Q: Is Andhra Pradesh ICET exam difficult?

The difficulty level of Andhra Pradesh ICET exam is generally moderate to difficult. If a candidate is well-prepared for the exam, it is easy to attempt. Andhra Pradesh ICET is easier than other entrance exams like CAT, XAT or CMAT. However, it is more similar to exam like TS ICET.

Q: When should I start preparing for APICET exam?

To appear for AP ICET 2026 exam, candidates must begin preparation six months before examination date. AP ICET 2026 is expected to be held in first week of May 2026. By starting preparation, candidates will have to time to prepare and solve number of mock tests and previous year question papers.

When preparing for AP ICET exam, candidates must focus on basics. AP ICET is way for MBA and MCA programs in Andhra Pradesh.

Significance of AP ICET 2026 Mock Test

AP ICET 2026 mock test will help candidates get a real exam environment
It helps in inculcating self-analytical capacity and confidence when placed in the same situation as of exam.
It helps candidates analyse the difficulty level of the AP ICET exam
The mock test of AP ICET 2026 will help candidates become familiar with the exam pattern, syllabus and marking scheme.
AP ICET 2026 mock test will help test-takers in time management.
Candidates will be able to chalk out their strengths and weaknesses and can prepare accordingly.

Commonly asked questions

Q: Has Andhra Pradesh ICET mock test been released?

Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 mock test will be released in April 2026. Andhra Pradesh ICET mock test 2026 will be availble online at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. Candidates preparing for the exam must appear for the mock test to become familar with the exam pattern and difficulty level of question paper. Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 exam date will be announced in first week of March 2026. The exam will be scheduled tentatively on May 07. Candidates must take ample number of Andhra Pradesh ICET mock tests to gauge the level of preparation.

Q: How can I get the access for Andhra Pradesh ICET mock tests?

Candidates can access the Andhra Pradesh ICET mock test 2026 on APSCHE Andhra Pradesh ICET 2025 official webiste. Authorities releases the Andhra Pradesh ICET mock test soon after the release of official notification. Andhra University, Visakhapatnam is expected to release the Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 official notification in first week of March. The window to appear for the Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 mock test will be available at apsche.cets.ap.gov.in/ICET. Candidates require no prior registrations to appear for mock test online.

Q: Are six months enough to prepare for Andhra Pradesh ICET exam?

Yes, six months are enough to prepare for Andhra Pradesh ICET exam. Candidates must devise effective preparation strategy to rank below 1000. Andhra Pradesh ICET syllabus does not include advance topics like CAT or any other MBA entrance examination. During this time, candidates must foxus on strenghtening the concepts and formulas. Students must solve previous year Andhra Pradesh ICET question papers to become familar with the type of questions asked in exam.

How to Appear for AP ICET 2026 Mock Test

To take AP ICET mock test 2026, students can follow:

Click on the mock test link at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in
Now click on tab showing 'Mock Test'
Screen will display the login page. But students can proceed without any login details
Read the exam day guidelines
Appear for the AP ICET mock test 2026.

Commonly asked questions

Q: From where can I download the Andhra Pradesh ICET previous year question papers?

Andhra Pradesh ICET previous year question papers are available online. Candidates can visit the official website of Shiksha (https://shiksha.com/mba/apicet-exam-question-papers) to download the past years question papers. Candidates will be able to download the question paper for free. Andhra Pradesh ICET question paper will help candidates to acquaint with the difficulty level and actual exam environment. Candidates must assess their performance and preparation level with the help of previous year question papers. Candidates must ensure to solve AP ICET previous year question paper to reinforce learning and revision of important topics.

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

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: Is Andhra Pradesh ICET tougher than TS ICET?

No, Andhra Pradesh ICET exam is not tougher than TS ICET exam. Both exams have similar difficulty level. The syllabus for Andhra Pradesh ICET and TS ICET are similar. However, the level of competition in TS ICET is more as more number of students appear for TS ICET exam compared to Andhra Pradesh ICET.

AP ICET 2026 Exam Pattern

Students can check the table below to know AP ICET exam pattern 2026:

Sections	No. of Questions
Section A: Analytical Ability
(i) Data Sufficiency	20
((ii) Problem Solving	55
Total	75
Section B: Mathematical Ability
(i) Arithmetical Ability	35
(ii) Algebraical and Geometrical Ability	10
(iii) Statistical Ability	10
Total	55
Section C: Communication Ability
(i) Vocabulary	15
(ii) Business and Computer Terminology	20
(iii) Functional Grammar	15
(iv) Reading Comprehension	20
Total	70
Total Questions	200

Commonly asked questions

Q: Which are the best books for APICET preparation?

Candidates preparing for APICET exam can refer the following books sectiom-wise-

Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by R. S. Aggarwal
A New Approach to Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning by B. S. Sijwalii
Analytical Reasoning by M. K. Pandey

These are few books that one must refer to for the APICET exam preparation. While selecting the book for APICET preparation candidates must check the edition and table of content, level of the book, author and if the book has question bank to practice from.

Q: Is it compulsory to appear for Andhra Pradesh ICET mock test?

Appearing for Andhra Pradesh ICET mock test is important for candidates to become familar with the pattern and APICET syllabus. Appearing for Andhra Pradesh ICET mock tests can help candidates know their preparation levels. Andhra University, Visakhapatnam will release the Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 official mock test soon after the release of notification. Candidates can appear for the mock test without any registrations.

Q: What is Andhra Pradesh ICET marking scheme?

As per the Andhra Pradesh ICET marking scheme:

for every correct answer, the candidate will get one mark.
there will be no negative marking for any wrong answer or not attempted questions.

As per the Andhra Pradesh ICET exam pattern, the question paper will consist of 200 MCQs, of one mark each. There will be no sectional time limit. Candidates can start answering from any section they are comfortable with. The Andhra Pradesh ICET exam is conducted for a duration of 150 minutes.

FAQs Related to AP ICET Mock Test

Check below the frequently asked questions on AP ICET mock test:

Commonly asked questions

Q: How to select the best books for APICET exam preparation?

To select the best for AP ICET exam preparation, candidates must:

Check book edition
Check content of book
Difficulty level of the book
Check author and publisher
Book must have Question bank

Q: How many answer choices will be there in the APICET exam?

AP ICET question paper 2025 will have four options for each question. Student must select one correct answer. AP ICET 2026 exam will be held in CBT mode. To choose correct option, student will have to select option through mouse.

Q: What are Andhra Pradesh ICET slot timings?

Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test is conducted in two slots. Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 exam will be held tentatively on May 07, 2026 as per the following schedule:

Slots	Timing
Slot 1	09:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Slot 2	03:00 PM to 5:30 PM

Q: What is Andhra Pradesh ICET qualifying score?

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?

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:

Analytical Ability: 75
Mathematical Ability: 55
Communication Ability: 70

Q: Is APICET exam tough for an average student?

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: Is it allowed to pause Andhra Pradesh ICET mock test?

No, Andhra Pradesh ICET mock test cannot be paused. Once the candidate has logged in and started the mock test, the timer begins on the screen and it cannot be paused. Andhra Pradesh ICET mock test is conducted to provide actual exam day environment. Candidates must start the mock test considering the Andhra Pradesh ICET exam duration.

Q: Where to find Andhra Pradesh ICET mock test?

Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test (AP ICET) 2026 mock test will be available on APSCHE APICET 2206 official website- cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. Candidates can follow steps below to take APICET mock test: