Admit Card – AP EAPCET

Registration

AP EAPCET Registration – How to Apply Online

Follow this simple step-by-step guide to fill the AP EAPCET application form correctly, pay the fee, upload your photo and signature, and download your application.

Online Application • Fee Payment • Photo & Signature • Correction Window

📢 Next cycle: The application start and end dates are To be announced. Last year, applications opened on 4 February 2026 and the normal last date was 24 March 2026. See AP EAPCET Exam Dates.

Online

Application Mode

2 Uploads

Photo + Signature

4 Late-fee Slabs

₹1,000 to ₹10,000 (2026)

3 Days

Correction Window (2026)

Before You Start – Keep These Ready

📄 Academic details

Intermediate (10+2) hall ticket number and marks details, and your SSC (Class 10) details for date of birth and study information.

🪪 Personal details

Aadhaar details, mobile number and email ID that you can access, because messages and OTPs may come there.

📜 Certificates

Category certificate (SC/ST/BC/EWS) if you claim reservation, and local status or study certificates as required.

🖼️ Images

A clear recent passport-size photograph and your signature as scanned images. See Photo Size Guidelines.

Step-by-Step Application Process

1

Open the official website

Go to cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/EAPCET and open the AP EAPCET application link. Use only the official website.

2

Check eligibility and pay the fee online

Enter the basic details asked on the fee payment page, such as name, qualifying exam hall ticket number and mobile number, and pay the fee online. Read Registration Fees.

3

Choose your stream

Select Engineering, Agriculture & Pharmacy, or both streams if you want to write both papers.

4

Fill the application form

Enter your personal, academic and contact details exactly as in your certificates.

5

Select exam centres

Choose your preferred regional exam centres. Read Exam Centres.

6

Upload photo and signature

Upload clear images in the required format and size.

7

Submit and save a copy

Submit the form, then download and keep the application copy and payment receipt safely.

After You Submit

Stage	What to Do
Correction window	Fix mistakes in the given dates. See Form Correction.
Hall ticket	Download it when released. See Hall Ticket.
Exam	Appear in the CBT exam on your allotted date and session.
Key and result	Check the key and the result. See Result.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Applying at the last minute – late fee in 2026 went up to ₹10,000.
Entering a wrong date of birth or hall ticket number.
Using a blurry photograph or an unclear signature.
Choosing the wrong stream (MPC for Engineering, BiPC for Agriculture & Pharmacy).
Forgetting to save the application copy and payment receipt.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is AP EAPCET registration online?

Yes. The application, fee payment and uploads are all done online.

Q. Can I apply for both streams?

Yes. If you studied the required subjects, you can apply for both Engineering and Agriculture & Pharmacy streams by paying for both.

Q. Can I edit my form after submission?

APSCHE gives a correction window. In 2026, it was from 11 to 13 April.

Q. Which website should I use?

Use only the official site: cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/EAPCET.

Q. What if I miss the last date?

You may apply with a late fee until the final late-fee date. After that, applications are closed.

Related Pages

Eligibility → Who can apply	Registration Fees → Fee details	Photo Size → Photo and signature
Exam Dates → Important dates	Form Correction → Edit your form	Hall Ticket → Download steps

Source: Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) – official AP EAPCET portal cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/EAPCET. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Exam Centers

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AP EAPCET Exam Centres

Learn how exam centres work, how to choose them in the application form and how to find your exact centre on the hall ticket.

Regional Centres • Online CBT Centres • AP and Telangana

142

Exam centres (2026)

48

Towns in AP and Telangana (2026)

QR Code

On hall ticket shows centre location

📢 Next cycle: The list of regional centres for the next exam is To be announced in the information brochure.

How Exam Centres Work

AP EAPCET is an online exam, so it is held at computer-based test centres. The official brochure lists regional centres district by district. While applying, you choose your preferred regional centres. APSCHE then allots one centre to you based on availability.

📍 You choose

Select your preferred regional centres in the application form. Pick the ones closest to your home.

🎟️ APSCHE allots

The final centre, date and session are printed on your hall ticket. APSCHE is not responsible for change of centre requests.

📱 QR code

In 2026, the QR code on the hall ticket showed the exact location of the test centre.

Example: Regional Centres in a District

The official 2026 booklet gives the list district-wise. For example, in Anantapur district the regional centres are Anantapur, Gooty and Tadipatri. Other districts have their own centres, listed in the booklet.

District	Regional Centres (as in 2026 booklet)
Anantapur	Anantapur, Gooty, Tadipatri
Other districts	See the district-wise table in the information booklet
Telangana	A few centres in Hyderabad area, as listed in the booklet

💡 Good to know: The Convener may add or remove test centres from the list, so always check the latest brochure and your hall ticket.

Tips for Choosing Centres

Choose centres that are easy to reach, even if the exam is in the early morning.
Pick all your preferences carefully because a change may not be possible later.
A day before the exam, visit or check the route to your centre on a map.
Reach the centre early on exam day.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How many exam centres were there in 2026?

Reports for 2026 mentioned 142 exam centres spread across 48 towns in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.

Q. Can I change my exam centre?

APSCHE says it is not responsible for allotment of different centres, so choose your preferences carefully.

Q. Where will I see my centre?

On your hall ticket. The QR code also shows the location.

Related Pages

Hall Ticket →
Download details

Exam Day Guidelines →
What to carry

How to Apply →
Choose centres

Source: Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) – official AP EAPCET portal cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/EAPCET. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Form Correction

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AP EAPCET Application Form Correction

Made a mistake in your application? APSCHE gives a correction window. Learn how to use it and what to double-check.

Correction Window • Edit Details • Official Notice

📢 Next cycle: Correction dates are To be announced. In 2026, the correction window was open from 11 April to 13 April 2026, right after the last late-fee date.

3 Days

Correction window (2026)

11–13 Apr

2026 dates

What Is the Correction Window?

After the application period ends, APSCHE opens a short window in which candidates can correct data already submitted. The official website also publishes a Corrections notice that explains which details can be edited and how.

How to Correct Your Application

1

Read the official Corrections notice

Open the Corrections link on the AP EAPCET website and read which fields can be edited.

2

Log in to your application

Use your registration details and the details mentioned on the website.

3

Edit only what is allowed

Change the details that are open for correction. Some details may not be editable.

4

Save and download

Submit the corrections and download the updated application copy.

Check These Details Carefully

Detail	Why It Matters
Name and date of birth	Must match your certificates for verification and counselling.
Qualifying exam hall ticket number	Used for your Intermediate marks in the 75:25 rank formula.
Stream	Engineering or Agriculture & Pharmacy – decides your paper.
Category and reservation details	Affects the reservation you can claim.
Exam centre choices	Decides where you write the exam.
Photo and signature	Must be clear for hall ticket and verification.

💡 Tip: Do not wait for the correction window. Check every detail before you click submit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. When is the correction window?

Dates are To be announced. In 2026, it was 11 to 13 April.

Q. Can I change my stream?

Please read the official Corrections notice to see which fields can be changed.

Q. Is there a fee for correction?

Please check the official notice for any fee. We have not confirmed any correction fee.

Related Pages

How to Apply →
Application steps

Photo Size →
Photo and signature

Hall Ticket →
Download steps

Source: Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) – official AP EAPCET portal cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/EAPCET. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Reservation

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AP EAPCET Reservation Policy

Understand how seats are reserved in AP EAPCET admissions – category reservation, women quota, local and non-local seats and the documents needed.

SC / ST / BC • EWS • Women 33⅓% • 85:15 Local Rule

📘 Please note: These percentages follow the Andhra Pradesh admission rules used in recent years. Seat details for the next cycle are To be announced, so confirm in the current brochure and counselling notice.

Local and Non-Local Seats

How seats are divided

Reserved for local candidates85%

Unreserved (open to local and non-local)15%

85% of seats in each course are reserved for local candidates of Andhra Pradesh. The remaining 15% are unreserved seats open to eligible local and non-local candidates, as per the rules.

Category-wise Reservation

Category	Reservation
SC (Scheduled Castes)	15%
ST (Scheduled Tribes)	6%
BC-A	7%
BC-B	10%
BC-C	1%
BC-D	7%
BC-E	4%
Total BC	29%
EWS (Economically Weaker Sections)	10%
OC (Open Category)	Remaining seats after reservations

💡 SC sub-groups: The 15% SC reservation is divided into Group I (1%), Group II (6.5%) and Group III (7.5%).

Special Reservations (Horizontal)

👩 Women

One third (33⅓%) of seats in each category are for women candidates.

♿ Persons with disabilities (PH)

3% horizontal reservation in each category.

🎖️ Special categories

Seats for categories such as NCC, sports and games, CAP and others as per government rules.

Documents Needed to Claim Reservation

Caste or community certificate for SC, ST and BC candidates
EWS certificate, where applicable
Income certificate, where required
Study certificates and local or nativity proof
Disability certificate for PH quota

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the SC reservation in AP EAPCET?

15%.

Q. What is the ST reservation?

6%.

Q. How much is the BC reservation?

29% in total, divided into BC-A, BC-B, BC-C, BC-D and BC-E.

Q. What is the women reservation?

One third of seats in each category are for women.

Q. What is the local quota?

85% of seats are for local candidates and 15% are unreserved.

Related Pages

Seat Matrix →
Seat distribution

Counselling →
Seat allotment process

Eligibility →
Who can apply

Source: Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) – official AP EAPCET portal cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/EAPCET. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Registration Fees

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AP EAPCET Registration Fees

Know how the AP EAPCET application fee works – payment mode, late fee slabs and the fee for raising objections on the answer key.

Online Payment • Stream-wise Fee • Late Fee • Key Objection Fee

📢 Fee for the next cycle: To be announced. The exact application fee is published in the official notification. Different websites showed different amounts for 2026, so we are not quoting a fee here. Please read the fee in the official notification before paying.

Application Fee at a Glance

Category	Engineering	Agriculture & Pharmacy	Both Streams
OC / General	To be announced	To be announced	To be announced
BC	To be announced	To be announced	To be announced
SC / ST	To be announced	To be announced	To be announced

The fee depends on your stream and your category. If you apply for both streams, you pay for both, so the total is higher.

How to Pay

1

Open the fee payment page

Use the official AP EAPCET website and go to the fee payment step first.

2

Enter the basic details

Fill the details asked, such as name, qualifying exam hall ticket number and mobile number.

3

Pay online

Pay using the online payment options shown on the website, such as cards or net banking.

4

Save the receipt

Keep the payment reference ID. You need it to continue the application and to download the hall ticket.

Late Fee Slabs (AP EAPCET 2026)

After the normal last date, applications were accepted with an extra late fee. These slabs are from the official 2026 schedule:

Last Date	Late Fee
24 March 2026	No late fee (normal last date)
28 March 2026	₹1,000
1 April 2026	₹2,000
6 April 2026	₹4,000
10 April 2026	₹10,000

Late fee grew quickly

After 24 March₹1,000

After 28 March₹2,000

After 1 April₹4,000

After 6 April₹10,000

Fee for Raising Answer Key Objections

In 2026, candidates paid ₹300 for each objection raised on the preliminary key. The fee was refunded only when the objection was found valid. See Response Sheet and Key.

Smart Tips

Apply early and avoid late fees.
Pay only on the official website and never share your payment details with anyone.
Keep a screenshot or PDF of your payment receipt.
Check the fee for the stream you want before paying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the AP EAPCET application fee?

The fee depends on your stream and category and is given in the official notification. It is To be announced for the next cycle.

Q. How do I pay the fee?

Online, through the official application portal.

Q. Is the application fee refundable?

Application fees are generally non-refundable. Please read the notification for the exact rule.

Q. Is there a late fee?

Yes. In 2026, it ranged from ₹1,000 to ₹10,000 depending on the date.

Related Pages

How to Apply →
Application steps

Exam Dates →
All deadlines

Eligibility →
Who can apply

Source: Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) – official AP EAPCET portal cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/EAPCET. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Hall Ticket

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AP EAPCET Hall Ticket

Your hall ticket is your entry pass to the exam. See how to download it, what is printed on it and what to check before exam day.

Download Online • QR Code for Centre • Carry with Photo ID

📢 Next cycle: The hall ticket release date is To be announced. In 2026, the official schedule listed hall ticket download on 28 April 2026, from the website and through WhatsApp.

How to Download the Hall Ticket

1

Open the official website

Go to cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/EAPCET and click the hall ticket download link when it is active.

2

Enter your details

Enter your registration number or payment reference ID, your qualifying exam hall ticket number and your date of birth.

3

Check the hall ticket

Look at your name, photograph, signature, stream, exam date, session and exam centre.

4

Download and print

Save the PDF and take a clear print. Keep a digital copy on your phone too.

Details Printed on the Hall Ticket

Detail	Check This
Candidate name and photograph	Must match your ID proof
Stream and subjects	Engineering or Agriculture & Pharmacy
Exam date and session	Your allotted date and time
Exam centre address	In 2026, a QR code showed the exact location of the centre
Instructions	Read all exam day instructions carefully

If Your Hall Ticket Has a Mistake

Do not ignore it. Check the details against your application.
Contact the AP EAPCET helpdesk with your registration details. The helpdesk email in the brochure is helpdeskapeapcet@apsche.org.
Do this well before the exam, not on exam day.

💡 Reminder: Carry a printed hall ticket and a valid photo ID proof to the exam centre.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. When is the AP EAPCET hall ticket released?

The date is To be announced. In 2026, it was 28 April.

Q. Which details do I need to download it?

Your registration number or payment reference ID, qualifying exam hall ticket number and date of birth.

Q. Can I download it from my phone?

Yes, but take a clear printout for the exam.

Q. What if I cannot download it?

Contact the AP EAPCET helpdesk with your registration details.

Related Pages

Exam Centres →
Find your centre

Exam Day Guidelines →
What to carry

Exam Dates →
Important dates

Source: Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) – official AP EAPCET portal cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/EAPCET. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Eligibility

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AP EAPCET Eligibility Criteria – Who Can Apply?

Check your age, subjects, marks and nationality rules before you apply. This page explains the official AP EAPCET eligibility in simple language.

Intermediate (10+2) • Minimum 45% Marks • Age Limit • MPC / BiPC

📢 Please note: The points below are based on the last official information brochure published by APSCHE. For the next cycle, the notification is To be announced. Re-check the official website once it is released.

AP EAPCET Eligibility at a Glance

Criteria	What You Need
Nationality	Indian citizen. Local / non-local status follows Andhra Pradesh government rules.
Qualifying exam	Passed or appearing in Intermediate (10+2) or an equivalent examination
Subjects – Engineering	Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry (MPC)
Subjects – Agriculture & Pharmacy	Biology, Physics and Chemistry (BiPC)
Minimum marks	45% in the qualifying exam subjects (40% for reserved categories)
Minimum age (Engineering, B.Pharmacy)	16 years as on 31 December of the admission year
Upper age limit (Engineering, B.Pharmacy)	No upper age limit

10+2

Qualification

45%

Min. marks (General)

40%

Min. marks (Reserved)

16 yrs

Min. age (Engineering)

1. Educational Qualification

You must have passed, or be appearing for, the Intermediate (10+2) exam or an equivalent exam. The subjects you studied decide which stream you can choose.

⚙️ Engineering (MPC)

Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry as main subjects. You can apply for B.Tech and related engineering and technology courses.

🌿 Agriculture & Pharmacy (BiPC)

Biology (Botany and Zoology), Physics and Chemistry as main subjects. You can apply for agriculture, veterinary, fisheries, B.Pharmacy and Pharm.D courses.

💡 Good to know: Students appearing in the final year of Intermediate can also apply. Your AP EAPCET rank becomes valid only after you pass the qualifying exam with the required marks.

2. Age Limit

Course Group	Minimum Age	Upper Age Limit
Engineering and B.Pharmacy	16 years as on 31 December of the admission year	None
Agriculture and Dairy Technology courses	17 years as on 31 December of the admission year	22 years (25 years for SC/ST)
Pharm.D and other special courses	As per the official brochure	As per the official brochure

Some courses have their own age rules. Always read the course-wise age limit in the official information brochure before you apply.

3. Minimum Marks in the Qualifying Exam

Minimum marks required in Intermediate

General category 45%

Reserved categories (SC/ST) 40%

4. Minimum Marks in AP EAPCET to Get a Rank

Category	Minimum Qualifying Marks in AP EAPCET
General	25% of total marks – 40 out of 160
SC / ST	No minimum qualifying marks

Even if you meet the eligibility rules to apply, you need these qualifying marks in the entrance exam to be included in the rank list.

5. Nationality and Local Status

You must be an Indian citizen. Admission to seats in Andhra Pradesh colleges also depends on local and non-local status, which is decided as per the rules of the Andhra Pradesh government. Keep your study and residence certificates ready.

Who Cannot Apply?

Students who do not meet the minimum age for the course.
Students who do not have the required subjects (MPC or BiPC) in Intermediate.
Students whose marks in the qualifying exam are below the minimum required marks.
Candidates who do not meet the nationality and local status conditions.

Documents to Keep Ready

Intermediate hall ticket number and marks details
Recent passport-size photograph and signature
Date of birth proof (such as Class 10 certificate)
Category certificate, if you are applying under a reserved category
Study and residence proof for local status

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Can I apply if I am appearing for Intermediate?

Yes. You can apply, but your rank is valid only after you pass the qualifying exam with the required marks.

Q. What is the minimum age for AP EAPCET Engineering?

You must be at least 16 years old on 31 December of the admission year. There is no upper age limit.

Q. Is there an upper age limit for agriculture courses?

Yes. As per the last brochure, it is 22 years, and 25 years for SC/ST candidates.

Q. How much percentage do I need in Intermediate?

At least 45% for the General category and 40% for reserved categories.

Q. Can a BiPC student apply for B.Tech?

The Engineering stream requires Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. BiPC students apply through the Agriculture & Pharmacy stream.

Q. Do I need a minimum score in AP EAPCET?

General category candidates need at least 40 out of 160. SC/ST candidates have no minimum qualifying mark.

Next Steps

How to Register → Step-by-step application	Registration Fees → Fee details
Reservation → Category-wise rules	Exam Pattern → Marks and subject split

Also compare: AP ECET eligibility for diploma holders and TS EAMCET if you also plan to apply in Telangana.

Source: Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) – official AP EAPCET portal cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/EAPCET. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Exam Day Guidelines

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AP EAPCET Exam Day Guidelines

Be ready for exam day. Here is a simple checklist of what to carry, how to behave in the exam hall and how to handle the online (CBT) test.

Online CBT • 3 Hours • Carry Hall Ticket + ID

📢 Please note: Exact instructions for the next exam are To be announced in the brochure and on your hall ticket. The points below are common guidelines. Always follow the instructions printed on your hall ticket.

What to Carry

✅ Must carry

Printed hall ticket
Valid photo ID proof
Any other document mentioned on the hall ticket

🚫 Better to leave at home

Mobile phone and smart watch
Calculators and notes
Any electronic device

Check the hall ticket for the official list.

Exam Day Timeline

1

Night before

Check your centre route, keep documents ready and sleep well.

2

Morning of the exam

Eat light, reach the centre early and show your hall ticket and ID at the gate.

3

Inside the hall

Sit at your allotted computer. Follow the instructions given by the invigilator.

4

During the exam

Read each question carefully and use the review option for difficult ones.

5

At the end

Submit only when time ends or as instructed. Candidates are not allowed to leave the hall before the exam ends.

CBT (Online Exam) Tips

Practise on the official mock test before the exam to get used to the screen.
You have 180 minutes for 160 questions, which is about 67 seconds per question.
There is no negative marking in the Engineering paper, so attempt every question.
If you face a computer problem, raise your hand and inform the invigilator immediately.
In 2026, the exam ran in two sessions on each exam day, a morning and an afternoon session. Check your hall ticket for your session time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What should I carry to the AP EAPCET exam?

Your printed hall ticket and a valid photo ID proof, plus anything else the hall ticket asks for.

Q. Can I leave the hall early?

Candidates are not allowed to leave the exam hall before the exam ends.

Q. Is a mock test available?

Yes. The official AP EAPCET website offers a mock test for both streams.

Q. How long is the exam?

3 hours.

Related Pages

Hall Ticket →
Download steps

Exam Centres →
Centre details

Exam Pattern →
Marks and time

Source: Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) – official AP EAPCET portal cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/EAPCET. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Notification

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AP EAPCET Notification and Information Booklet

The official notification and information booklet contain every rule for the exam. Learn what is inside and which documents to download.

Official Notification • Information Booklet • Syllabus PDF

📢 Next cycle: The notification date is To be announced. Last time, APSCHE released the AP EAPCET 2026 notification on 3 February 2026, and online applications opened the next day.

Documents Published on the Official Website

Document	What It Tells You
Information booklet – Engineering	Eligibility, pattern, centres, fee, rules for the Engineering stream
Information booklet – Agriculture & Pharmacy	Same details for the Agriculture & Pharmacy stream
Syllabus PDFs	Official syllabus for both streams. See AP EAPCET Syllabus
Corrections notice	How and when to correct your application
CBT FAQs	Answers about the online exam
Normalisation procedure	How scores of different sessions are normalised and how the 75:25 rank is formed
Mock test	Practice tests for both streams

How to Read the Brochure

1

Start with important dates

Note the application, correction, exam and key dates.

2

Check eligibility

Match your age, subjects and marks with the rules.

3

Read the pattern and syllabus

Know the number of questions and what to study.

4

Read the fee and category rules

Know the fee and the documents needed for reservation.

5

Read the exam centre list

Choose centres carefully.

💡 Tip: Download both the Engineering and Agriculture & Pharmacy booklets if you plan to write both papers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. When was the AP EAPCET 2026 notification released?

On 3 February 2026.

Q. Where can I download the notification?

From the official website cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/EAPCET.

Q. Is there a separate booklet for each stream?

Yes. The official site has separate information booklets for Engineering and for Agriculture & Pharmacy.

Related Pages

Exam Dates → Important dates	Eligibility → Who can apply	How to Apply → Application steps
Syllabus → Official syllabus	Exam Pattern → Marks and time	Reservation → Category rules

Source: Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) – official AP EAPCET portal cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/EAPCET. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Photo Size Guidelines

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AP EAPCET Photo and Signature Guidelines

Upload the right photograph and signature in your application. This page explains the usual format, size and tips to avoid rejection.

JPG Format • Clear Photo • Clear Signature

📢 Please note: Exact size limits for the next cycle are To be announced in the notification. Earlier brochures asked for JPG images, with the photograph under about 50 KB and the signature under about 30 KB. Follow the current notification for the exact limits.

Photo and Signature at a Glance

Item	Usual Requirement (earlier brochures)	Next Cycle
Photograph	Recent passport-size, JPG format, under about 50 KB	To be announced
Signature	Clear signature, JPG format, under about 30 KB	To be announced

Tips for a Good Photograph

Use a recent photo with a plain light background.
Face should be clearly visible, looking straight at the camera.
Do not wear caps, sunglasses or heavy shadows.
Do not upload a photo of a photo.

Tips for a Good Signature

Sign on white paper with a dark blue or black pen.
Scan or photograph in good light and crop closely.
Use the same signature you will use on exam day and in counselling.

How to Reduce Image Size

1

Crop the image

Remove extra background first.

2

Convert to JPG

Save the file as JPG or JPEG.

3

Compress

Use a free image compressor or your phone gallery edit tool until the size is within the limit.

4

Check clarity

Open the file again to make sure the face and signature are clear.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What format is needed for the photo?

JPG or JPEG is the usual format. Please confirm in the current notification.

Q. What if the file size is too big?

Compress the image until it is within the limit shown on the application page.

Q. Can I change the photo later?

Check the Corrections notice to see if it can be edited during the correction window.

Related Pages

How to Apply →
Application steps

Form Correction →
Edit your form

Hall Ticket →
Photo appears here

Source: Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) – official AP EAPCET portal cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/EAPCET. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.

Exam Dates

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AP EAPCET Exam Dates

Know every important AP EAPCET date – notification, application, correction, hall ticket, exam, answer key and result – in one place.

Next dates: To be announced • Official 2026 timeline included

📢 Next cycle dates: To be announced. APSCHE will publish the full schedule with the official notification. We will keep this page ready for the update.

Upcoming AP EAPCET Schedule

Event	Date
Notification	To be announced
Online application starts	To be announced
Last date to apply (without late fee)	To be announced
Application correction window	To be announced
Hall ticket download	To be announced
Exam – Engineering	To be announced
Exam – Agriculture & Pharmacy	To be announced
Preliminary key release	To be announced
Last date for key objections	To be announced
Result	To be announced
Counselling	To be announced

Last Year's Official Schedule (AP EAPCET 2026)

These dates are taken from the official APSCHE Important Dates page. They will help you plan your preparation, because the schedule usually follows a similar pattern each year.

Event	AP EAPCET 2026 Date
Notification	3 February 2026 (Tuesday)
Online application starts	4 February 2026 (Wednesday)
Last date without late fee	24 March 2026 (Tuesday)
Last date with late fee ₹1,000	28 March 2026 (Saturday)
Last date with late fee ₹2,000	1 April 2026 (Wednesday)
Last date with late fee ₹4,000	6 April 2026 (Monday)
Last date with late fee ₹10,000	10 April 2026 (Friday)
Application correction window	11 April to 13 April 2026
Hall ticket download	28 April 2026 (Tuesday)
Exam – Engineering	12, 13, 14, 15 May and 18 May 2026
Exam – Agriculture & Pharmacy	19 May and 20 May 2026
Preliminary key release	25 May 2026 at 11 a.m.
Last date for key objections	27 May 2026 at 11 a.m.

5 Days

Engineering exam days (2026)

2 Days

Agri & Pharmacy exam days (2026)

₹300

Fee per key objection (2026)

💡 About key objections: In 2026, ₹300 was charged for each objection raised on a question. The fee is refunded only if the objection is found valid. The committee's decision is final.

Late Fee Slabs in 2026

Late fee amounts as dates passed (2026)

By 28 March ₹1,000

By 1 April ₹2,000

By 6 April ₹4,000

By 10 April ₹10,000

The lesson is simple: apply early. Missing the normal last date meant paying a much higher late fee.

What to Do and When

1

After the notification

Read the information brochure and check eligibility and the syllabus.

2

During the application period

Pay the fee and submit your application before the normal last date to avoid late fee.

3

During the correction window

Fix any mistakes in your submitted application.

4

Before the exam

Download the hall ticket, check your exam centre and practise on the official mock test.

5

After the exam

Check the preliminary key and raise objections within the time limit if needed.

6

After the result

Prepare for counselling and keep all certificates ready.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. When will AP EAPCET dates be announced?

The dates are To be announced. APSCHE publishes them on the official website with the notification.

Q. When was the AP EAPCET 2026 Engineering exam held?

It was held on 12, 13, 14, 15 and 18 May 2026.

Q. When was the Agriculture & Pharmacy exam held in 2026?

It was held on 19 and 20 May 2026.

Q. Is there a late fee for AP EAPCET?

In 2026, late fee slabs of ₹1,000, ₹2,000, ₹4,000 and ₹10,000 applied after the normal last date.

Q. Can I edit my application after submitting?

APSCHE gives a correction window. In 2026, it was from 11 to 13 April.

Related Pages

How to Apply → Application steps	Eligibility → Who can apply	Hall Ticket → Download details
Response Sheet & Key → After the exam	Result → Rank and score	Counselling → Seat allotment

Planning for diploma or lateral entry? Check AP POLYCET and AP ECET dates too.

Source: Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) – official AP EAPCET portal cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/EAPCET. Details can change every year, so please confirm on the official website before applying.