August 24, 2026 — Online registration for the first round of AP ICET 2026 counselling opened today. Eligible candidates can register, pay fees, and complete certificate verification on the official portal,cap.apcfss.in, until August 31, 2026 .
The AP ICET (Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test) is for admission to MBA and MCA programs across the state. This marks the beginning of the counselling process for qualified candidates.
AP ICET 2026 Round 1 Schedule
The initial phase of counselling involves candidate registration and online verification of uploaded documents. Subsequent steps include physical verification of certificates at Help Line Centers (HLCs), web options entry, and seat allotment.
| Activity | Dates |
| Online Certificate Verification & Fee Payment | August 24 – August 31, 2026 |
| Verification of Uploaded Certificates at HLCs | August 25 – September 1, 2026 |
| Web Options Entry | August 27 – September 2, 2026 |
| Date of Change of Web Options | September 3, 2026 |
| Release of Seat Allotments | September 7, 2026 |
| Self-Joining and Reporting at College | September 8 – September 11, 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for counselling, candidates must have cleared the AP ICET 2026 exam. Specific academic requirements apply to MBA and MCA programs.
MCA Eligibility
Candidates must have completed a minimum 3-year degree program. This includes degrees such as B.E., B.Tech., B.Sc., B.Com., B.A., B.Voc., or BCA. Mathematics must have been studied at either the 10+2 level or the graduation level.
MBA Eligibility
Applicants for MBA programs need to have completed a minimum 3-year duration degree from any recognized university.
Registration Process
The online registration requires candidates to follow a structured process on the official counselling portal.
- Visit the official counselling portal:
cap.apcfss.in. - Click on the 'New Registration' link.
- Select 'AP ICET' and enter all required personal and academic details.
- Complete OTP verification sent to the registered mobile number.
- Log in using the generated user credentials.
- Fill in additional required information.
- Upload scanned copies of necessary documents in PDF format.
- Complete the fee payment through the available online modes.
- Review and edit any entered details if necessary.
- Save the application and click 'Submit'.
Required Documents for Verification
Candidates must prepare scanned copies of the following documents for online verification and physical submission:
- AP ICET 2026 Hall Ticket
- AP ICET 2026 Rank Card
- SSC or Equivalent Marks Memo
- Intermediate/Diploma Marks Memo
- Bridge course certificate (for vocational candidates)
- Degree consolidated Marks Memo
- Degree OD / Provisional Certificate
- Study certificates (9th class to Degree for 3-year degrees, or 10th class to Degree for 4-year degrees)
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Minority Certificate (if applicable)
- Transfer Certificate (T.C)
- EWS Certificate (for OC candidates claiming reservation, valid for 2026-27)
- Residence Certificate of AP (for private studied candidates)
- Parents' 10-year residence certificate of Andhra Pradesh (for Non-Local candidates)
- Certificates for special categories: PWD, CAP, Sports & Games, Scouts & Guides, NCC, Anglo Indian.
