AP ICET 2026 Exam Pattern: Check Latest Marking Scheme & Exam Duration
Andhra Pradesh - Integrated Common Entrance Test (APICET) 2025 ( APICET )
AP ICET exam pattern 2026 mentions the number of quetsions, sections, marking scheme and mode of examination. Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) conducts the AP ICET exam for admission to MBA and MCA programs. Candidates preparing for exam must know the detailed AP ICET exam pattern. The question paper will consist of 200 objective type questions. Candidates will have to attempt the questions within the given duration.
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
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 |
|
| 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) |
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AP ICET Exam Pattern 2026
There will be a total of 200 questions in the exam, divided into three sections. Given below is the break-up of the AP ICET question paper.
| 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 |
| Total Questions |
200 |
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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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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 3 weeks 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.
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Beginner-Level 3
Answered 4 weeks 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 |
|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|
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 a month 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
4.3East Godavari • Private
Prasad V Potluri Siddhartha Institute of Technology
Vijayawada • Private
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Kakinada
Kakinada • Public
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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?