AP PGECET Exam 2026 - Date, Application Form, Syllabus, Eligibility, Preparation Tips, Admission

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About AP PGECET 2026

AP PGECET 2026 - The APSCHE has announced the AP PGECET 2026 exam date online. According to the news report, the AP PGECET 2026 exam will be conducted on April 29, 30 and May 2, 2026. Candidates can check the AP PGECET 2026 exam date on this page. The AP PGECET 2026 registration notification will be announced on the official website, pgecet-sche.aptonline.in. Candidates are advised to check the AP PGECET eligibility criteria 2026 before applying. The application process will comprise registration, form filling, uploading documents, and payment of registration fees. Aspirants are advised to refer to the PGECET syllabus along with the exam pattern. Candidates must prepare for the exam using previous year question papers and mock tests for successful admission to the Andhra Pradesh PGECET 2026 accepting colleges.

What is AP PGECET?

AP PGECET or Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Engineering Common Entrance Test is a state entrance exam conducted by Andhra University, Visakhapatnam. Those who clear the exam will be able to get admission to the M.E./MTech and M. Pharma courses in AP. It is a state-level examination that is conducted once a year. The duration of the exam is 2 hours, and the candidates are asked 120 MCQs with one mark each.

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AP PGECET Exam 2026 - Date, Application Form, Syllabus, Eligibility, Preparation Tips, Admission
AP PGECET Exam 2026 - Date, Application Form, Syllabus, Eligibility, Preparation Tips, Admission

AP PGECET 2026 Highlights

Full Exam Name
Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Engineering Common Entrance Test
Short Exam Name
AP PGECET
Conducting Body
Sri Venkateswara University Tirupati
Frequency Of Conduct
Once a year
Exam Level
State Level Exam
Participating Colleges
269
Exam Duration
2 Hours
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: How do I download the rank card for AP PGECET 2024?
A:

The authorities has released the AP PGECET rank card on the official website. Candidates can download the same using their login credentials.

Q: When will the AP PGECET 2024 counseling take place?
A:

The AP PGECET 2024 counselling began on September 4, 2024

Q: When will PGECET 2024 be conducted?
A:

The AP PGECET 2024 was conducted from May 29 to 31, 2024.

Q: Who can apply for AP PGECET 2024?
A:

To apply for the AP PGECET the candidates must meet the eligibility criteria. The eligible candidates will have to register online at the official website.

Q: Is there a negative marking in AP PGECET 2024?
A:

There will be no negative marking on the admission test.

Q: Who will conduct the AP PGECET 2024?
A:

 Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati is conducting the AP PGECET on behalf of the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE).

Q: How to download AP PGECET hall ticket?
A:

The authorities has released the AP PGECET 2024 admit card online on the official website. Candidates need their registration number and password to access the same.

Q: What is AP PGECET exam 2024?
A:

APSCHE conducts postgraduate admissions in Andhra Pradesh state for AP PGECET qualified candidates apart from GATE/ GPAT qualified ones. Thus, it gives an opportunity for more candidates to get PG admissions.

Q: How can I apply for AP PGECET 2024?
A:

Candidates have to visit the AP PGECET official website - cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/pgecet and apply based on their eligibility.

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