AP POLYCET 2026 Registration Started – Apply Online at polycetap.ap.gov.in

Published: Thursday, March 5, 2026, 11:20 [IST]

The AP POLYCET 2026 registration process has officially begun at polycetap.ap.gov.in. The application process is being conducted by the State Board of Technical Education and Training Andhra Pradesh (SBTET AP). Candidates aspiring to pursue diploma courses in engineering and non-engineering polytechnic institutions across Andhra Pradesh can now submit their online applications.

AP POLYCET 2026 Registration Begins : Apply Online

AP POLYCET 2026 registration started at polycetap.ap.gov.in

The last date to apply for AP POLYCET 2026 is April 4, 2026, and the entrance examination will be conducted on April 25, 2026, in offline mode (pen and paper-based test).

AP POLYCET 2026: Overview

The Andhra Pradesh Polytechnic Common Entrance Test (AP POLYCET) is a state-level entrance examination conducted annually for admission into diploma programmes in government and private polytechnic colleges across Andhra Pradesh.

AP POLYCET 2026 - Important Highlights:

Events	Details
Exam Name	AP POLYCET 2026
Conducting Authority	State Board of Technical Education and Training (SBTET), Andhra Pradesh
Registration Last Date	April 4, 2026
Exam Date	April 25, 2026
Mode of Exam	Offline (Pen and Paper)
Official Website	polycetap.ap.gov.in

Direct Link to Apply for AP POLYCET 2026

Candidates can apply online through the official website polycetap.ap.gov.in by completing the registration form before the deadline.

Steps to Apply Online

1. Visit the official website polycetap.ap.gov.in.

2. Click on the "AP POLYCET 2026 Registration" link.

3. Complete the payment of application fee (if applicable).

4. Fill in personal, academic, and communication details.

5. Upload required documents.

6. Submit the application form and download the confirmation page.

Applicants are advised to verify all details carefully before final submission.

AP POLYCET 2026 Exam Pattern

The AP POLYCET 2026 exam will be conducted in offline mode. The question paper will consist of 120 objective-type questions, each with four answer choices and only one correct option.

Subject-Wise Question Distribution:

Mathematics: 50 Questions
Physics: 40 Questions
Chemistry: 30 Questions

The exam will test candidates' understanding of subjects based on the Class 10 (SSC) syllabus.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed or appeared for SSC (Class 10) examination conducted by the Board of Secondary Education, Andhra Pradesh or equivalent.

Minimum qualifying marks criteria (as prescribed by authorities) must be met.

Candidates must satisfy local/non-local status requirements as per Andhra Pradesh education rules.

Admission Process After POLYCET

Candidates who qualify in AP POLYCET 2026 will be eligible to participate in the centralized counselling process conducted by SBTET AP. Seat allotment will be based on:

POLYCET Rank
Reservation category
Availability of seats
Candidate preferences

Important Instructions

Submit the application before April 4, 2026, to avoid late fees.

Carefully check eligibility before applying.

Keep a copy of the submitted application form.

Regularly check the official website for hall ticket and counselling updates.

Conclusion

AP POLYCET 2026 offers a valuable opportunity for students seeking diploma-level technical education in Andhra Pradesh. With the exam scheduled for April 25, 2026, candidates should complete their registration at the earliest and begin focused preparation according to the prescribed exam pattern. For the latest updates and direct application link, visit the official website polycetap.ap.gov.in.