The AP ADCET 2026 — full form Art and Design Common Entrance Test — is a state-level design entrance exam conducted by Dr. YSR Architecture and Fine Arts University (YSRAFU / Dr. YSRAFAU), Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh. It is the gateway to BFA (Painting, Sculpture, Animation, Applied Arts, Photography) and B.Design in Interior Design programmes at constituent colleges of YSRAFU. Applications and results are managed through the APSCHE portal at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. On AglaSem you can find the AP ADCET syllabus, admit card, answer key, result, and previous year question papers.
Latest (2026-06-14): AP ADCET was NOT conducted for 2025 admissions — YSRAFU gave direct admissions to BFA/B.Des that year without holding the entrance test. The 2026 status is currently unconfirmed; no official notification has been released. Monitor cets.apsche.ap.gov.in and ysrafu.ac.in for the official 2026 notification.
AP ADCET 2026
What is AP ADCET?
AP ADCET stands for Art and Design Common Entrance Test. It is organised by Dr. YSR Architecture and Fine Arts University (Dr. YSRAFAU), the only specialised Fine Arts and Architecture university in Andhra Pradesh, headquartered in Kadapa. The exam admits students to BFA (specialisations: Painting, Sculpture, Animation, Applied Arts, Photography) and B.Design in Interior Design across constituent colleges of YSRAFU. The official portal for all AP CETs, including ADCET, is cets.apsche.ap.gov.in.
Important note for 2025–2026: AP ADCET was last conducted for the 2024 admission year. For the 2025 admission year, YSRAFU did not hold the ADCET and instead offered direct admissions to BFA and B.Des programmes. As of June 2026, no official notification has been issued for a 2026 ADCET cycle. All dates on this page are To Be Announced (TBA) — status uncertain.
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AP ADCET 2026 Exam Dates
As of June 2026, YSRAFU has not issued an official notification for AP ADCET 2026. The table below shows the typical schedule pattern based on the last conducted cycle (2024). All dates below are To Be Announced and will be updated once YSRAFU releases the official 2026 notification at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in.
| Exam Event | Expected / Date (2026) |
|---|---|
| Notification release | To Be Announced |
| Application form / registration opens | To Be Announced |
| Last date to submit application | To Be Announced |
| Application form correction window | To Be Announced |
| AP ADCET 2026 Hall Ticket / Admit Card | To Be Announced |
| AP ADCET 2026 Exam Date | To Be Announced |
| Release of answer key | To Be Announced |
| AP ADCET 2026 Result | To Be Announced |
| Counselling / seat allotment | To Be Announced |
Note: AP ADCET was not conducted in 2025. The 2026 cycle is unconfirmed as of the date of this update. Dates above will be updated as soon as YSRAFU issues an official notification.
Important Downloads and Official Links
- AP ADCET 2026 Notification — Not yet released; check cets.apsche.ap.gov.in
- Information Brochure — To be released with official notification
- Official Website: cets.apsche.ap.gov.in
- YSRAFU Official Website: ysrafu.ac.in
AP ADCET 2026 Application Form
When YSRAFU releases the official notification, candidates will be able to fill the AP ADCET 2026 application form online at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. Before applying, check the eligibility criteria carefully. Key steps include registering with a valid email and mobile number, uploading documents (photograph, signature), and paying the application fee as prescribed by YSRAFU.
AP ADCET 2026 Application Form — Direct link to apply will be updated here once YSRAFU opens registration at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. Status as of June 2026: Not yet open — 2026 notification awaited.
AP ADCET Eligibility Criteria
Based on the last conducted cycle, the eligibility criteria for AP ADCET are as follows (subject to change when the official 2026 notification is released):
- Educational Qualification: Passed 10+2 (any stream) from a recognised board.
- Age: Minimum 17 years as on the date prescribed by YSRAFU.
- Domicile: As per AP state norms; confirm from official notification.
AP ADCET Exam Pattern
The AP ADCET exam tests aptitude for design and fine arts. Based on previous cycles:
- Mode: Offline / Online — as per official notification
- Question Type: Objective-type MCQs
- Subjects: General Knowledge, Aptitude for Design/Art, General English
- Duration and marking scheme: As per the official ADCET notification/brochure
Courses Offered Through AP ADCET
- BFA in Painting
- BFA in Sculpture
- BFA in Animation
- BFA in Applied Arts
- BFA in Photography
- B.Design in Interior Design
AP ADCET Previous Year Question Paper
Preparing for the Art and Design Common Entrance Test? Download AP ADCET previous year / model question papers to understand the exam pattern and the types of questions asked. Key points:
- AP ADCET question papers from prior years are actual exam sets that reveal question distribution across subjects.
- Practising these papers helps you improve speed and accuracy for the Design aptitude section.
- Download the AP ADCET model papers PDF from AglaSem for offline practice.
Recommended Books for AP ADCET Preparation
While no AP ADCET-specific book exists in print, the following design entrance preparation books are useful:
- Arihant NIFT NID IIFT Navigator 2026 – Design Entrance Ultimate Guide
- Introduction to Design – UCEED | CEED | NID | NIFT
- Question Bank for NID, NIFT, CEED & UCEED (Revised 2024 Edition)
AP ADCET 2026 Admit Card
Once AP ADCET 2026 registration closes, YSRAFU will release the AP ADCET 2026 hall ticket / admit card at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. The admit card carries exam centre details, date, time, and candidate information. It is mandatory to carry it to the exam hall.
AP ADCET 2026 Answer Key
After the exam, YSRAFU releases the AP ADCET 2026 answer key at the official portal. You can use the answer key along with the response sheet to estimate your marks before the result is declared.
AP ADCET 2026 Result
The AP ADCET 2026 result will be declared at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in after the exam. The result carries candidate scores, marks, and rank (if applicable). Candidates who qualify proceed to ADCET counselling / seat allotment for YSRAFU constituent colleges.
AP ADCET 2026 Syllabus
The AP ADCET syllabus 2026 outlines all topics from which questions are drawn. Cover every subject thoroughly, with special emphasis on design aptitude. Check the syllabus PDF link at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in once the official notification is out.
AP ADCET Exam – An Overview
| Exam Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Name of Exam | AP ADCET |
| Full Form | Art and Design Common Entrance Test |
| Conducting Body | Dr. YSR Architecture and Fine Arts University (YSRAFU / Dr. YSRAFAU) |
| Level | State Level (Andhra Pradesh) |
| Official Website | cets.apsche.ap.gov.in |
| University Website | ysrafu.ac.in |
| Courses | BFA (Painting, Sculpture, Animation, Applied Arts, Photography); B.Design in Interior Design |
| Colleges | Constituent Colleges of Dr. YSR Architecture and Fine Arts University |
| Exam Type | Design Entrance Exams |
| 2025 Status | Not conducted — direct admissions given |
| 2026 Status | Unconfirmed — official notification awaited |
AP ADCET 2026 – FAQs
AP ADCET stands for Art and Design Common Entrance Test. It is conducted by Dr. YSR Architecture and Fine Arts University (YSRAFU), Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh.
No. AP ADCET was not conducted for the 2025 admission year. Dr. YSRAFAU gave direct admissions to BFA and B.Design programmes without the entrance test that year.
As of June 2026, the status is unconfirmed. No official notification has been released by YSRAFU for AP ADCET 2026. Candidates should regularly check cets.apsche.ap.gov.in and ysrafu.ac.in for updates.
AP ADCET admits students to BFA programmes (Painting, Sculpture, Animation, Applied Arts, Photography) and B.Design in Interior Design at constituent colleges of Dr. YSR Architecture and Fine Arts University.
The official portal for AP ADCET is cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. The conducting university’s website is ysrafu.ac.in (formerly drysrafau.ac.in).
AP ADCET is conducted by Dr. YSR Architecture and Fine Arts University (Dr. YSRAFAU / YSRAFU), Kadapa, through the APSCHE portal at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in.
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