The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has announced the exam date for AP ECET 2026. The Andhra Pradesh Engineering Common Entrance Test (AP ECET) will take place on April 23, 2026 . This state-level exam allows diploma holders in Engineering, Technology, Pharmacy, and B.Sc. graduates to directly enter the second year of B.E., B.Tech, or B.Pharmacy courses in colleges across Andhra Pradesh.
The application process for AP ECET 2026 is expected to begin in the first week of March 2026 . Interested students must apply online through the official website: cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/ECET . The full schedule, including exact application dates, exam timings, and syllabus, will be released in an official notification later.
What is AP ECET?
AP ECET stands for Andhra Pradesh Engineering Common Entrance Test. JNTU, Anantapur, conducts this exam every year for APSCHE. Its main goal is to help students who have completed a Diploma in Engineering, Technology, or Pharmacy, or a B.Sc. degree. These students can get admission directly into the second year of Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech), or Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharmacy) programs. These courses are offered at universities and institutions in Andhra Pradesh approved by AICTE or PCI.
Important Dates for AP ECET 2026
Students should note the following key dates for the AP ECET 2026 exam:
| Event | Date |
| Exam Date Announcement | December 22, 2025 |
| Online Application Starts | First week of March 2026 (Expected) |
| AP ECET 2026 Exam Date | April 23, 2026 |
| Exam Shifts | Two sessions on the same day |
| Detailed Notification (with timings, syllabus) | To be announced |
How to Apply for AP ECET 2026
When applications open in March 2026, students can follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official website: cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/ECET .
- Look for the link to 'AP ECET 2026 Application' or 'Registration'.
- Fill in your personal details, educational qualifications, and other required information carefully.
- Upload scanned copies of necessary documents, such as photographs and signatures, as per the instructions.
- Pay the application fee online using debit card, credit card, or net banking.
- Review all the filled details before final submission.
- Download and print the filled application form for your records.
The AP ECET 2026 exam will be held in two separate sessions on April 23, 2026 . The exact timings for these sessions will be shared when the detailed official notification is released. Students are advised to regularly check the official website for all updates regarding the exam format, syllabus, and detailed schedule.
