AP POLYCET 2026 Web Option Entry Begins; Submit College and Course Choices by July 4

Published: Monday, June 29, 2026, 17:06 [IST]

The Commissioner of Technical Education, Andhra Pradesh, has commenced the AP POLYCET 2026 web option entry process for candidates participating in the Polytechnic counselling. Eligible candidates who have successfully completed certificate verification can now exercise their college and course preferences through the official counselling portal, polycet.ap.gov.in.

The web option entry window will remain open until July 4, 2026. Candidates are advised to carefully select and arrange their preferred diploma colleges and courses in the order of priority, as the choices submitted during this stage will determine their seat allotment.

According to the counselling schedule, the AP POLYCET 2026 Seat Allotment Result will be announced on July 6, 2026. Candidates who are allotted seats must download their allotment order, pay the prescribed admission fee, and report to the allotted colleges within the stipulated timeline to confirm their admission.

AP POLYCET 2026 Counselling Web Option Entry Begins

The AP POLYCET counselling is conducted for admission to Diploma Engineering and Non-Engineering courses offered by government, aided, and private polytechnic institutions across Andhra Pradesh.

The counselling process is being conducted in two rounds, providing candidates an opportunity to secure admission based on their AP POLYCET rank, reservation category, and web options submitted during counselling.

Candidates should carefully analyse previous years' cut-offs, seat availability, and college preferences before locking their choices.

Important Dates

Candidates should note the following counselling schedule:

Event	Details
Web Option Entry Begins	Started
Last Date for Web Option Entry	July 4, 2026
Seat Allotment Result	July 6, 2026
Reporting to Allotted Colleges	July 7 to July 20, 2026

Candidates are advised not to wait until the last date to complete option entry, as heavy traffic on the portal may cause delays.

How Does Web Option Entry Work?

During the web option entry process, candidates can:

Select their preferred polytechnic colleges.
Choose diploma branches/courses.
Arrange colleges and courses in the order of preference.
Save, modify, and finally lock their choices before the deadline.

The final allotment will be prepared based on:

AP POLYCET 2026 Rank
Reservation Policy
Category
Local Area Reservation
Availability of Seats
Web Options Submitted

How to Submit AP POLYCET 2026 Web Options?

Candidates can follow these steps:

1. Visit the official AP POLYCET counselling website.

2. Click on the Web Option Entry 2026 link.

3. Log in using the Hall Ticket Number, Password, and Date of Birth.

4. View the list of participating colleges and available diploma courses.

5. Select and prioritise the preferred colleges and branches.

6. Save and review the entered options carefully.

7. Lock the choices before the closing date.

8. Download or print the confirmation page for future reference.

Seat Allotment Process

The Round 1 Seat Allotment Result will be published on July 6, 2026.

Candidates allotted seats must:

Download the Seat Allotment Order.
Pay the prescribed admission fee online.
Report to the allotted institute between July 7 and July 20, 2026.
Complete certificate verification and admission formalities.

Failure to report within the specified period may result in cancellation of the allotted seat.

Documents Required During Admission

Candidates should carry the following documents while reporting to the allotted college:

AP POLYCET 2026 Rank Card
Hall Ticket
Seat Allotment Order
SSC/Class 10 Marks Memo
Transfer Certificate (TC)
Study Certificates
Income Certificate (if applicable)
Caste Certificate (if applicable)
Aadhaar Card
Passport-size Photographs

The admission authority may ask for additional documents wherever required.

Conclusion

The commencement of the AP POLYCET 2026 Web Option Entry marks an important phase of the diploma admission process in Andhra Pradesh. Candidates should carefully select their preferred colleges and courses before the July 4, 2026 deadline to maximise their chances of securing admission. After the seat allotment on July 6, shortlisted candidates must complete fee payment and report to their allotted colleges within the prescribed schedule to confirm their admission for the 2026-27 academic session.