APICET 2022 Exam Analysis (Slot 1 & 2): Question Paper Analysis, Exam Pattern, Expected Cutoff
Andhra Pradesh - Integrated Common Entrance Test (APICET) 2025 ( APICET )
APICET 2022 exam for session 1 and session 2 has concluded. Candidates can now check the exam analysis here.
APICET 2022 Exam Analysis
Andhra University, Visakhataptnam on behalf of APSCHE conducted APICET 2022 exam on July 25, 2022. The session 1 of APICET exam was concluded at 11.30 AM and session 2 concluded at 5.30 PM. As per the student’s reaction, the question paper was moderately easy. The paper consisted of 200 questions as prescribed by the authorities.
- APICET Exam Analysis 2022: Shift 2
- APICET Exam Analysis 2022: Shift 1
- APICET 2022 Exam Pattern
APICET Exam Analysis 2022: Shift 2
Shift 2 of the APICET 2022 exam concluded at 5.30 PM. As per the exam analysis, the overall difficulty level was moderately easy similar to slot 1. Check the table below to know the section wise analysis of the APICET question paper:
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| Sections |
Total Number of questions |
Level of Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| Communication Ability |
70 |
Easy |
| Analytical Ability |
75 |
Easy to moderate |
| Mathematical Ability |
55 |
Easy to moderate |
Detailed APICET 2022 Exam Analysis
Mathematical Ability
Questions in this section were lengthy. Mathematical Ability section had a total of 55 questions. Test takers found this section to be time-consuming. Questions were asked from the following topics: Ratios and Proportions, Equations, Number System, Numbers, Mensuration, and Geometry.
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.
Analytical Ability
Analytical ability section was easy to moderate. This section was divided into two parts problem solving and data sufficiency. This section included a total of 75 MCQs, wherein 55 and 20 questions were from problem-solving and data sufficiency respectively.
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Communication Ability
The communication ability section was easy to attempt. This section included the questions from Comprehension, Vocabulary, and Grammar. This section consisted of total of 70 questions. This section covered topics from Vocabulary, Functional Grammar, and Business and Computer Terminology. The question paper also included four passages which were easy to attempt.
APICET Exam Analysis 2022: Shift 1
Shift 1 of the APICET 2022 exam concluded at 11.30 AM. As per the exam analysis the overall difficulty level was moderately easy. Check the table below to know the section wise analysis of the APICET question paper:
Candidates cannot download the APICET question paper soon after appearing for the exam. The official question paper is released along with the release of the preliminary answer key and response sheet. Candidates can access the APICET question paper here. AP ICET 2026 answer key will be released online at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in along with the official question papers. Candidates are not required to enter their login credentials to download the answer key and question paper.
| Sections |
Total Number of questions |
Level of Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| Communication Ability |
70 |
Easy |
| Analytical Ability |
75 |
Easy to moderate |
| Mathematical Ability |
55 |
Easy to moderate |
Detailed APICET 2022 Exam Analysis
Mathematical Ability
Questions in this section were time-consuming and a bit lengthy as per the test takers of AP ICET 2022. Mathematical Ability section had a total of 55 questions. This section covered the topics like Number System, Time & Work, Profit & Loss, Ratios and Proportions, Equations, Numbers, Mensuration, and Geometry.
Analytical Ability
As per the APICET 2022 test-takers, analytical ability section had many tricky sections. This section was divided into two parts problem solving and data sufficiency. This section included a total of 75 MCQs, wherein 55 and 20 questions were from problem-solving and data sufficiency respectively.
Communication Ability
The communication ability section was comparatively easy to attempt. This section included the questions from Comprehension, Vocabulary, and Grammar. This section consisted of total of 70 questions. This section covered topics from Vocabulary, Functional Grammar, and Business and Computer Terminology. The question paper also included four passages which were easy to attempt.
APICET 2022 Exam Pattern
Candidates can check the table below to know the detailed APICET exam pattern 2022:
| Features |
Details |
|---|---|
| Number of questions |
200 |
| Exam duration |
150 minutes/ 2.5 Hours |
| Number of sections |
Three |
| Total marks |
200 |
| Marks for correct answer |
1 mark |
| Negative marking |
No |
| Mode of examination |
Offline |
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| 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 |
| 20 |
|
| Total |
70 |
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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 |
|---|---|
INR 54,000 | |
INR 90,000 | |
INR 1 Lakh | |
INR 54,000 |
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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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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months 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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Answered 2 months 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
May 2026 (Tentative) |
Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the official website and may vary.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
The MBA course fees at APICET-accepting MBA colleges in Hyderabad are provided in the table below:
College Name | Average Fees |
|---|---|
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 2 months 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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