The Department of Technical Education (DTE), Andhra Pradesh, has officially commenced the AP POLYCET Counselling 2026 process for candidates seeking admission to diploma programmes offered by government, aided, and private polytechnic institutions across the state.

Candidates who qualified in the Andhra Pradesh Polytechnic Common Entrance Test (AP POLYCET) 2026 can now participate in the first phase of counselling through the official portal.
The counselling process includes online registration, processing fee payment, certificate verification, web option entry, seat allotment, and reporting at the allotted institution. Aspirants are advised to complete each stage within the prescribed timeline to secure admission for the academic session 2026-27.
The first phase of counselling has been launched for students who successfully cleared the entrance examination and wish to pursue diploma courses in engineering, technology, and other technical disciplines.
Candidates must complete the registration and document verification process before participating in web option entry and seat allotment.
| Event | Date |
| Online Fee Payment & Certificate Verification Registration | June 24 to June 30, 2026 |
| Certificate Verification at Help Line Centres | June 25 to July 1, 2026 |
| Web Option Entry | June 29 to July 3, 2026 |
| Change of Web Options | July 4, 2026 |
| First Phase Seat Allotment Result | July 6, 2026 |
| Self-Reporting & College Reporting | July 7 to July 10, 2026 |
| Commencement of Classes | July 7, 2026 |
The admission procedure consists of several stages that candidates must complete successfully.
Step 1: Registration and Fee Payment
Candidates must register online and pay the prescribed counselling fee through the official website.
Step 2: Certificate Verification
Applicants are required to verify their educational and category certificates either online or through designated Help Line Centres.
Step 3: Web Option Entry
After successful verification, candidates can select their preferred colleges and diploma courses based on their rank, category, and interests.
Step 4: Seat Allotment
Seats will be allotted based on:
Step 5: Reporting Process
Candidates allotted seats must complete both:
Failure to complete either step may result in cancellation of the allotted seat.
The first phase seat allotment result is scheduled to be released on July 6, 2026. Candidates can check their allotment status by logging into the counselling portal using their credentials.
The allotment letter will contain:
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
Additional documents may be required based on category and reservation claims.
Follow these steps:
1. Visit the official AP POLYCET counselling portal.
2. Complete online registration.
3. Pay the counselling processing fee.
4. Attend certificate verification.
5. Enter and lock web options.
6. Check the seat allotment result on July 6.
7. Download the allotment order.
8. Complete self-reporting and report to the allotted college.
The Department of Technical Education has announced that classes for the new academic year will commence on July 7, 2026. Students are advised to complete admission formalities promptly to avoid delays in joining their respective institutions.
Conclusion
The commencement of AP POLYCET Counselling 2026 marks an important step for diploma aspirants across Andhra Pradesh. With registration now underway and the first phase seat allotment scheduled for July 6, candidates should carefully follow the counselling schedule, complete certificate verification, and exercise their web options wisely. Timely completion of reporting formalities will ensure a smooth transition into the 2026-27 academic session.