AP ICET 2026 Exam Pattern: Check Latest Marking Scheme & Exam Duration

Andhra Pradesh - Integrated Common Entrance Test (APICET) 2025 ( APICET )

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Updated on Oct 10, 2025 09:49 IST

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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.

 

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  • AP ICET Exam Pattern 2026: Highlights
  • AP ICET Exam Pattern 2026
  • AP ICET Exam 2026: General Instruction
  • FAQs on AP ICET Exam Pattern
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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

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
  • Afternoon: 2:30 PM to 5:00 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)

 

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is Andhra Pradesh ICET exam pattern?
A: 

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).

Q:   Has Andhra Pradesh ICET notification been released?
A: 

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.

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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

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

Also Read:

AP ICET last 5 year question papers

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is Andhra Pradesh ICET marking scheme?
A: 

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.

Q:   From where can I download the Andhra Pradesh ICET previous year question papers?
A: 
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.
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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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Q:   Has Andhra Pradesh ICET mock test been released?
A: 

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:   What are the advantages of taking APICET mock test?
A: 
Andhra Pradesh ICET mock tests are designed as per the guidelines of the real examination. It includes the same exam pattern, syllabus and marking scheme. To help candidates become familiar with the actual exam environment and to take candidates familiar with the exam pattern of the examination mock tests plays a crucial role. Appearing for the mock tests does not make one feel anxious about the D-day. While giving the Andhra Pradesh ICET exam candidates will have to deal many complex questions within the given time. Solving Andhra Pradesh ICET mock tests can help candidates to enhance their time management skills and achieve accuracy within the given time duration. Further, mock tests help candidates analyse their preparation levels. Candidates can know their weak concepts and strengths, this helps in chalking out the effective preparation strategy to complete the syllabus. Solving the Andhra Pradesh ICET mock tests will also add up the other benefits: 1. Getting rid of exam anxiety 2. Helps in designing better exam strategy 3. Helps in accessing the preparation levels throughout 4. Helps in revising the syllabus and concepts.
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FAQs on AP ICET Exam Pattern

Check frequently asked questions on AP ICET exam pattern below:

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

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
Q:   When is the APICET exam conducted?
A: 

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.

Q:   Will the APICET question paper have descriptive type questions?
A: 

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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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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ABHINAV SRIVASTAVA

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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

Bhoj Reddy Engineering College for Women Admission

INR 54,000

Al-Habeeb College of Engineering and Technology Admission

INR 90,000

Ashoka Institute of Engineering and Technology Admission

INR 1 Lakh

RRS College of Engineering and Technology Admission

INR 54,000

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the official website and may vary.

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Muskan Chugh

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

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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Muskan Chugh

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

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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Muskan Chugh

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

APICET

May 2026 (Tentative)

APICET Schedule

APICET Syllabus

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the official website and may vary.

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Muskan Chugh

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

Bhoj Reddy Engineering College for Women Admission

INR 54,000

ISTTM Business School Admission

INR 4.5 Lakh

Al-Habeeb College of Engineering and Technology Admission

INR 90,000

Ashoka Institute of Engineering and Technology Admission

INR 1 Lakh

RRS College of Engineering and Technology Admission

INR 54,000

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the official website and may vary.

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Muskan Chugh

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

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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Muskan Chugh

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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Muskan Chugh

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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ABHINAV SRIVASTAVA

Contributor-Level 10

506 Institutes accepting APICET

  • 5.20 Lakh
  • 2 years
  • |
  • Full Time

Aditya Engineering College

East Godavari Private

Aditya Eng
    • 3.60 Lakh
    • 6 years
    • |
    • Full Time
    • 1.20 Lakh
    • 2 years
    • |
    • Full Time
    • 54,000
    • 2 years
    • |
    • Full Time

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