AP ICET 2026 Registration is LIVE Today (February 5, 2026). The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has commenced the online registration for the Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test (AP ICET) 2026 today. This state-level entrance exam is for admission to MBA and MCA programs in universities and affiliated colleges in Andhra Pradesh for the 2026-27 academic year.
The exam is conducted by Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, on behalf of APSCHE. The AP ICET 2026 will be held on May 2, 2026 (computer-based test, revised from earlier tentative dates like April 28).
Official Website: https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in (or specific AP ICET portal: https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/ICET for the latest links; check for the 2026 section once fully activated).
Key Dates (as per latest updates)
- Registration Start: February 5, 2026 (ongoing/live today).
- Last Date to Apply (without late fee): To be confirmed (likely late February/March; check site for exact).
- Exam Date: May 2, 2026.
- Hall Ticket Download: Expected in late April/early May 2026.
- Note: Late fee options may be available after the regular deadline (INR 500–INR 2000 penalty, based on past patterns).
Eligibility Criteria (General)
- For MBA: Bachelor's degree (minimum 3 years) with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved categories) from a recognised university.
- For MCA: Bachelor's degree with Mathematics at 10+2 or graduation level, minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved).
- Final-year students can apply provisionally.
How to Fill the AP ICET 2026 Application Form (Step-by-Step)
Visit the Official Website: Go to https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in (or navigate to the AP ICET 2026 link once live; it may redirect to a dedicated page like /ICET26).
Register/Pay Fee First: Click on "Fee Payment" or "Registration" for AP ICET 2026. Enter basic details (name, mobile, email, etc.) to generate a payment reference number.
Pay Application Fee:
- General/BC: Around ₹550 (past fee; confirm on site).
- SC/ST: Around ₹450.
- Pay online via debit/credit card, net banking, UPI, etc.
Fill the Application Form: Log in with your payment/reference details. Enter personal info (name, DOB, category, Aadhaar if required), academic qualifications, address, exam center preferences (multiple options across AP districts), etc.
Upload Documents:
- Recent passport-size photo (specified size/format, JPG, <50 KB).
- Signature (scanned).
- Qualifying exam marksheet/certificate (if available; provisional OK).
- Category certificate (if applicable).
Review and Submit: Verify all entered details carefully (corrections may be allowed in a window later). Submit the form.
Download Confirmation: Save/print the application confirmation page and payment receipt for reference.
Tips:
- Use a stable internet connection and browser (Chrome/Firefox recommended).
- Keep scanned documents ready (photo/signature in prescribed dimensions).
- Avoid last-minute rush—portal may get slow near deadlines.
- If issues arise, contact the helpdesk (details on website) or email helpdeskapicet@apsche.org.