The preliminary answer key for the AP ECET 2026 has been released. Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU), Anantapur, published the key on behalf of the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE). Candidates can now access their response sheets and the official answer key online.
AP ECET 2026 Answer Key and Objections
The entrance test was held on April 23, 2026. Students can download the preliminary answer key and their individual response sheets from the official website: cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/ECET .
The AP ECET follows a marking scheme of one mark for each correct answer. There is no penalty for incorrect responses. This allows candidates to calculate their estimated scores.
A window for raising objections to the preliminary key is open until April 29, 2026, at 7:00 PM . Candidates must log in using their registration and hall ticket numbers to submit objections. They need to provide valid reasons and supporting documents for any challenge.
Each objection requires a non-refundable processing fee of ₹300. A panel of subject matter experts will review all submitted objections. The final answer key will be prepared based on this review.
The final AP ECET 2026 results are expected on May 7, 2026 . These results will determine the merit list for lateral entry admissions into engineering and pharmacy programs in Andhra Pradesh.
How to Download the Answer Key
Follow these steps to download the AP ECET 2026 answer key:
- Visit the official portal at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/ECET .
- Locate and click the link for master question papers with preliminary keys.
- Select your specific engineering or pharmacy stream.
- The answer key will open as a PDF document.
- Download the PDF to your device for offline scoring.
- Compare your answers with the master key to estimate your score.
