
APSCHE will soon release the AP ICET exam pattern 2026. Candidates preparing for AP ICET 2026 can check the previous year exam pattern to understand the total number of questions, sections and marking scheme. AP ICET question paper will consist of 200 multiple choice questions. Candidates will have 150 minutes to attempt the questions. There will be no negative marking for any incorrect answer.
AP ICET 2026 exam will be held tentatively in second week of May 2026. The exam will be administered in CBT mode. Read here to know the section wise AP ICET exam pattern, subject name and marking scheme.
- AP ICET Exam Pattern 2026: Highlights
- AP ICET Exam Pattern 2026
- AP ICET Exam 2026: General Instruction
- FAQs on AP ICET Exam Pattern
AP ICET Exam Pattern 2026: Highlights
Refer to the table below to know about AP ICET exam pattern in brief:
AP ICET Paper Pattern 2026 |
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Mode of AP ICET exam |
Computer Based Test |
Duration of exam |
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AP ICET exam slots |
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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) |
Commonly asked questions
Andhra Pradesh ICET exam pattern mentions the sections, marking scheme and number of questions in the question paper. As per the APICET exam pattern, the question paper will consist of total 200 multiple choice questions. Candidates will be 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 is conducted in a two days window (each day two sessions).
AP ICET 2026 notification will be released online tentatively in first week of March 2026. APSCHE will announce the Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 exam date and the convener and university for the exam. Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 complete schedule will be updated online. Candidates can check the important dates pertaining to application form, hall ticket, exam date, answer key, and result announcement. Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 registration will commence in first week of March at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/ICET.
AP ICET Exam Pattern 2026
AP ICET question paper 2026 will consist of 200 questions. Candidates preparing for exam can check the table below to know the AP ICET exam pattern:
Sections |
No. of Questions |
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Section A: Analytical Ability |
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(i) Data Sufficiency |
20 |
((ii) Problem Solving |
55 |
Total |
75 |
Section B: Mathematical Ability |
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(i) Arithmetical Ability |
35 |
(ii) Algebraical and Geometrical Ability |
10 |
(iii) Statistical Ability |
10 |
Total |
55 |
Section C: Communication Ability |
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(i) Vocabulary |
15 |
(ii) Business and Computer Terminology |
20 |
(iii) Functional Grammar |
15 |
20 |
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Total |
70 |
Total Questions |
200 |
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Commonly asked questions
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.
AP ICET Exam 2026: General Instruction
The exam will test the candidates' ability to think logically and systemically and attempt verbal and mathematical problems. The test will also focus on candidates' power of accuracy. Candidates are therefore required to go through the instructions carefully. Avoid ticking answers without reading the question carefully. Do not tick two answers to any question as in such a case no answer will be awarded. Candidates must go through the instructions carefully.
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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.
FAQs on AP ICET Exam Pattern
Check frequently asked questions on AP ICET exam pattern below:
Commonly asked questions
The Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 examination medium will vary from section to section:
- Section-A (Analytical Ability): English and Telugu
- Section-B (Mathematical Ability): English and Telugu
- Section-C (Communication Ability): English only
The AP ICET 2026 exam date will be announced in first week of March 2026. The exam will be held tentatively in first week of May in two slots. The exam is held in offline mode across 25 districts of Andhra Pradesh. Candidates will have the option to enter maximum four exam center preferences while filling the AP ICET 2026 application form. Based on the options entered, candidates will be alloted the exam centre as per the availability. Candidates will be able to check the alloted APICET exam centre on release of the AP ICET admit card. The admit card will be released in first week of May 2026. Candidates will be able to download the hall ticket for AP ICET 2026 till the date of the examination.
No, all the questions in the APICET question paper will be objective type questions and will be in MCQ format. Candidates will be given four options for each question. Candidates will have to select the correct option for each question. Andhra Pradesh ICET question paper will consist of 200 Multiple Choice Questions. Each question will be for one mark. There will be no negative marking for any wrong answers. Candidates will have to attempt the 200 questions in 150 minutes. There will be no sectional time limit to attempt the AP ICET exam sections. AP ICET 2026 exam will be held in first week of May in computer based mode across 25 districts of Andhra Pradesh.
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Answered a month ago
Yes easily you can get admission in Andra university. And for pwd candidates, many benefits offered to the candidates so Tha they can study well. Plus with pwd certificate, you can get good job offers from top companies.
- With pwd certificate, you will go to that university
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Beginner-Level 3
Answered a month ago
Getting a regular MCA seat in Andhra University with a rank of 1514 in the Andhra Pradesh ICET is unlikely to happen in the general category. The cut off for MCA over the years has been in some years as low as 150 and below for general, whereas in the reserved categories (for example SC, ST or BC) o
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
The MBA colleges in Hyderabad accepting APICET that provide the degree at a fee of less than INR 1 Lacs are listed in the table below:
College Name | Average Fees |
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INR 54,000 | |
INR 90,000 | |
INR 1 Lakh | |
INR 54,000 |
Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the official website and may vary.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
The popular specialisations that students can pursue at the MBA colleges in Hyderabad accepting APICET are listed in the table below, along with the number of colleges where they are provided:
Specialisation | No. of Colleges |
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Sales & Marketing | 3 colleges |
Finance | 2 colleges |
Human Resources | 2 colleges |
IT & Systems | 1 college |
Operations | 1 college |
Business Analytics | 1 college |
Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the official website and may vary.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
The table below classifies the Hyderabad MBA colleges accepting APICET based on their average course fees:
Average Course Fees Range | No. of Colleges |
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Less than INR 1 Lakh | 5 colleges |
INR 1-2 Lakh | 1 college |
INR 3-5 Lakh | 2 colleges |
Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the official website and may vary.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Sure!
Students can click on the links provided in the table below for details about APICET, its exam dates, schedule, and syllabus.
Exam Name | Exam Date | Exam Schedule | Exam Syllabus |
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May 2026 (Tentative) |
Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the official website and may vary.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
The MBA course fees at APICET-accepting MBA colleges in Hyderabad are provided in the table below:
College Name | Average Fees |
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INR 54,000 | |
INR 4.5 Lakh | |
INR 90,000 | |
INR 1 Lakh | |
INR 54,000 |
Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the official website and may vary.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Of course! The table below provides an overview of the best Hyderabad MBA colleges accepting APICET scores:
Particulars | Details |
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Number of MBA Colleges in Hyderabad Accepting APICET | 9 colleges |
Annual Fees | Less than INR 1 Lakh: 5 colleges INR 1-2 Lakh: 1 college INR 3-5 Lakh: 2 colleges |
Top MBA Colleges in Hyderabad Accepting APICET | Bhoj Reddy Engineering College for Women, ISTTM Business School, Al-Habeeb College of Engineering and Technology, Ashoka Institute of Engineering and Technology, etc. |
Top MBA Specialisations | Sales & Marketing, Finance, Human Resources, IT & Systems, Operations, Business Analytics, etc. |
Accepted Entrance Exams | APICET |
Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the official website and may vary.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Yes, there are 9 MBA colleges in Hyderabad where students can get admitted based on their scores in the APICET entrance exam. Of these, 7 colleges are privately owned. An MBA is a 2-year, postgraduate degree for students who wish to pursue a career in the field of business management and administra
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
With a rank of 6530 in APICET 2025 on a BC rank, you can expect a fair chance with mid-level universities and colleges in Andhra Pradesh area. In the best scenario Sri Venkateswara University (SVU) Tirupati, (SRKR Engineering College Bhimavaram) or SVEC Tirupati can be aligned with seat availability
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Contributor-Level 10
506 Institutes accepting APICET
East Godavari • Private
Prasad V Potluri Siddhartha Institute of Technology
Vijayawada • Private
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Kakinada
Kakinada • Public
I got 4824 rank in APICET. I have PwD reservation and I am a female candidate. Is there any chance of getting MBA/MCA in Andhra University?