The State Board of Technical Education and Training, Andhra Pradesh has extended the application deadline for AP POLYCET 2026. Candidates can now submit their applications for the Andhra Pradesh Polytechnic Common Entrance Test until April 9, 2026, through the official website polycetap.ap.gov.in.

Exam Date and Timing

The AP POLYCET 2026 exam is scheduled to take place on April 25, 2026, between 11 am and 1 pm. The entrance test is conducted for students seeking admission to diploma courses in polytechnic colleges across Andhra Pradesh.

Application Fee

The application fee structure is as follows:

• ₹400 for Other Backward Classes (OBC) and unreserved category candidates
• ₹100 for reserved category candidates

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Pass Secondary School Certificate (SSC) or Class 10
• Qualify from a recognised board

Steps to Apply

Candidates can complete the application process by following these steps:
Step 1: Visit the official website polycetap.ap.gov.in
Step 2: Enter hall ticket number, Class 10 passing year, and date of birth
Step 3: Fill in the required details
Step 4: Upload necessary documents
Step 5: Pay the application fee
Step 6: Submit the form
Step 7: Download the confirmation page for future reference

Exam Pattern

The AP POLYCET 2026 exam will consist of 120 multiple-choice questions:

• Mathematics: 50 questions
• Physics: 40 questions
• Chemistry: 30 questions

Each question carries one mark, and there is no negative marking. The total duration of the exam will be two hours.

Candidates are advised to complete their registration before the April 9 deadline and keep checking the official website regularly for updates and announcements.