AP PGCET 2026 Notification Released – Apply Online for PG Admissions @ cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/PGCET

The AP PGCET 2026 Notification has been officially released for admission into various Post Graduate (PG) courses across Andhra Pradesh. The Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Common Entrance Test (APPGCET-2026) is conducted by Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati on behalf of APSCHE for admission into M.A., M.Com., M.Sc., MCJ, M.Li.Sc., M.Ed., M.P.Ed., M.Sc. Tech and other PG programmes for the academic year 2026-27 .

Eligible candidates who have completed or are appearing for their final year undergraduate degree can apply online through the official website.

AP PGCET 2026 Notification– Overview

• Exam Name: Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Common Entrance Test (APPGCET-2026)
• Conducting University: Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati
• Conducted On Behalf Of: APSCHE
• Mode of Exam: Computer Based Test (CBT)
• Courses Offered: M.A., M.Sc., M.Com., MCJ, M.Li.Sc., M.Ed., M.P.Ed., M.Sc. Tech & more
• Official Website: https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in

AP PGCET 2026 Important Dates

As per the official notification :

• Notification Release: 07-02-2026
• Online Application Start: 09-02-2026
• Last Date (Without Late Fee): 19-03-2026
• With ₹1000 Late Fee: 23-03-2026
• With ₹2000 Late Fee: 27-03-2026
• With ₹4000 Late Fee: 31-03-2026
• With ₹10,000 Late Fee: 04-04-2026
• Application Correction: 05-04-2026
• Hall Ticket Download: 20-04-2026
• Entrance Test Dates: 05-05-2026 to 11-05-2026

AP PGCET 2026 Application Fee

Registration Fee per Test :

• OC Candidates: ₹850
• BC Candidates: ₹750
• SC/ST Candidates: ₹650

Candidates applying for multiple tests must pay the fee separately for each test.

AP PGCET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must have passed or be appearing for final semester of qualifying UG degree .
• There is no age restriction for admission into PG courses .
• Eligibility is verified only during admissions.
• Candidates with single subject open/distance degree are not eligible .

Candidates are advised to check subject-wise eligibility before applying.

AP PGCET 2026 Exam Pattern

According to the Instruction Booklet :

• Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT)
• Duration: 90 Minutes
• Total Questions: 100
• Total Marks: 100
• Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• Each Question: 1 Mark

Special Note for M.P.Ed:

• 100 Marks Theory Test (CBT)
• 100 Marks for Sports Achievement
• Merit list prepared based on total 200 marks

Participating Universities in AP PGCET 2026

Qualified candidates are eligible for admission into:

• Sri Venkateswara University (SVU)
• Andhra University (AU)
• Sri Krishnadevaraya University (SKU)
• Acharya Nagarjuna University (ANU)
• Sri Padmavathi Mahila Visvavidyalayam (SPMVV)
• Yogi Vemana University (YVU)
• Rayalaseema University (RU)
• Vikrama Simhapuri University (VSU)
• Dravidian University (DU)
• Krishna University (KRU)
• Adi Kavi Nannaya University (AKNU)
• Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University
• Dr. Abdul Haq Urdu University
• Cluster University, Kurnool
• Andhra Kesari University
• JNTUA-OTPRI
• SVIMS University

AP PGCET 2026 Admission Process

1. Appear for Entrance Test
2. Results Declaration
3. Web-Based Counseling
4. Certificate Verification
5. Exercise Web Options
6. Seat Allotment

Admissions are strictly based on rank and eligibility conditions .

Check Notification here

Apply Online here

AP PGCET 2026 Results & Ranking

• Ranking based on total marks secured
• Objection fee per question: ₹300 (refundable for valid objections)
• Results & rank cards available online only
• No personal communication by post

Important Instructions

• Apply only through official website
• Hall Tickets must be downloaded online
• No refund of application fee
• Malpractice leads to criminal action
• Admissions are subject to university rules

AP PGCET 2026 Contact Details

• Email: helpdeskappgcet@apsche.org
• Website: https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in

Conclusion

The AP PGCET 2026 Notification provides a golden opportunity for graduates seeking admission into postgraduate courses in Andhra Pradesh universities. Interested candidates must apply before the deadline and prepare thoroughly for the Computer Based Entrance Test.

Stay updated through the official website for hall tickets, exam schedule, results, and counseling updates.

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