The AP ICET 2026 (Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test) was conducted by Andhra University, Visakhapatnam on behalf of the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) on 02 May 2026 in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode across 25 districts of Andhra Pradesh. The AP ICET 2026 preliminary answer key and response sheet were released on 06 May 2026, and the AP ICET 2026 result / rank card is scheduled to be released on 16 May 2026 at 4 PM at the official website cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. The AP ICET 2026 entrance test is the gateway for admission to MBA and MCA programmes at over 290 universities, constituent and affiliated colleges across Andhra Pradesh, including Andhra University, Sri Venkateswara University, Sri Krishnadevaraya University, JNTU-Kakinada, and Acharya Nagarjuna University. AP ICET counselling 2026 will commence tentatively in the first week of June 2026 at icet-sche.aptonline.in.
Latest: – AP ICET 2026 result / rank card will be released on 16 May 2026 at 4 PM at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. The preliminary answer key and response sheet are already available. Counselling begins tentatively in the first week of June 2026.
AP ICET 2026
What is AP ICET 2026?
The AP ICET 2026 (Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test) is a state-level entrance examination conducted annually by Andhra University, Visakhapatnam on behalf of APSCHE for admission to first-year MBA (Master of Business Administration) and MCA (Master of Computer Applications) programmes offered by Universities and their affiliated colleges across Andhra Pradesh. The AP ICET 2026 exam was conducted on 02 May 2026 in CBT mode in two shifts (forenoon and afternoon) at 25 districts of Andhra Pradesh. Approximately 35,000 candidates apply for AP ICET each year, with around 290+ MBA / MCA colleges across the state accepting the AP ICET 2026 score for admissions to the 2026-27 academic year.
AP ICET 2026 Direct Link – Candidates can download the AP ICET 2026 rank card, answer key, response sheet, and admit card at the official APSCHE portal cets.apsche.ap.gov.in.
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AP ICET 2026 Important Dates
Candidates can check all important AP ICET 2026 dates released by APSCHE in the table below:
| Event | Date (2026) |
|---|---|
| AP ICET 2026 Notification Release | February 2026 |
| Application Form Start Date | 05 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (without late fee) | 17 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (with late fee) | 03 April 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 06 April 2026 onwards |
| Admit Card Release | 15 April 2026 |
| AP ICET 2026 Exam Date | 02 May 2026 |
| Preliminary Answer Key & Response Sheet | 06 May 2026 |
| AP ICET 2026 Result / Rank Card | 16 May 2026 (4 PM) |
| AP ICET 2026 Counselling Begins | First week of June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Seat Allotment | June – July 2026 (Tentative) |
AP ICET 2026 Application Form
The AP ICET 2026 application form was made available from 05 February 2026 to 17 March 2026 (without late fee) and till 03 April 2026 with late fee on cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. The application correction window was opened on 06 April 2026 for editing certain Category 2 fields. AP ICET 2026 application fees (excluding late fee) were:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| OC (General) | Rs. 750 |
| BC / OBC | Rs. 700 |
| SC / ST / PwD | Rs. 650 |
How to Apply for AP ICET 2026
Although the AP ICET 2026 application window has now closed, candidates can refer to the following steps for the AP ICET 2027 cycle:
- Visit the official APSCHE CETs portal at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in.
- Click on the “AP ICET 2026” or “ICET Registration” link.
- Complete the payment of the application fee online (Net Banking / Debit / Credit Card / UPI).
- Note down the Payment Reference ID.
- Click on “Proceed to Application” and enter all personal, academic, and contact details.
- Choose up to four exam centre preferences.
- Upload scanned passport-size photograph, signature, and category certificates (if applicable).
- Review all entered information carefully and submit the application.
- Download and take a printout of the AP ICET 2026 application form for future reference.
AP ICET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates appearing for AP ICET 2026 must fulfil the following eligibility criteria:
- Nationality: Candidates must be Indian citizens. (Local / Non-Local status as per APSCHE rules applies for Andhra Pradesh state quota seats.)
- Educational Qualification (MBA): Bachelor’s degree of minimum 3 years duration in any discipline from a UGC-recognized university with at least 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved categories).
- Educational Qualification (MCA): Bachelor’s degree of minimum 3 years duration with Mathematics as one of the subjects at 10+2 or graduation level, with at least 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved categories).
- Final-year students: Candidates in the final year of their qualifying degree are also eligible, provided they complete the degree before admission.
- Age Limit: No upper age limit for AP ICET 2026.
AP ICET 2026 Exam Pattern
The AP ICET 2026 exam pattern as released by APSCHE is detailed below:
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Duration | 150 minutes (2 hours 30 minutes) |
| Total Questions | 200 MCQs |
| Total Marks | 200 |
| Marking Scheme | +1 mark for each correct answer |
| Negative Marking | None |
| Number of Sections | 3 |
| Medium of Exam | English and Telugu (Urdu in select centres) |
| Number of Shifts | 2 (Forenoon: 9 AM – 11:30 AM; Afternoon: 2:30 PM – 5 PM) |
AP ICET 2026 Section-wise Distribution
| Section | Number of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Section A – Analytical Ability | 75 | 75 |
| Section B – Mathematical Ability | 75 | 75 |
| Section C – Communication Ability | 50 | 50 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
AP ICET 2026 Admit Card
The AP ICET 2026 admit card was released by APSCHE on 15 April 2026 at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. Candidates were able to download the AP ICET 2026 hall ticket using their Registration Number, Qualifying Exam Hall Ticket Number, Date of Birth, and Mobile Number. The admit card was mandatory for entry into the exam centre along with a valid government photo ID.
AP ICET 2026 Answer Key
APSCHE released the AP ICET 2026 preliminary answer key along with the master question paper and response sheet on 06 May 2026. Candidates were given a brief objection window to challenge the AP ICET 2026 answer key by paying Rs. 300 per objection. The final answer key will be released along with the AP ICET 2026 result on 16 May 2026.
AP ICET 2026 Result
The AP ICET 2026 result / rank card is scheduled to be released on 16 May 2026 at approximately 4 PM at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. Candidates can download the AP ICET 2026 rank card by entering their Registration Number, ICET Hall Ticket Number, and Date of Birth. The rank card displays candidate details, section-wise marks, total marks (out of 200), qualifying status, and AP ICET rank. The qualifying mark is 50 out of 200 (25%) for General/OBC candidates; there is no minimum qualifying mark for SC/ST candidates.
AP ICET 2026 Counselling
AP ICET 2026 counselling will be conducted online at icet-sche.aptonline.in tentatively from the first week of June 2026 by APSCHE. Only candidates who score the minimum qualifying marks (50/200 for non-SC/ST) will be eligible to participate. The AP ICET counselling 2026 process includes:
- Online registration with the AP ICET 2026 rank card details.
- Payment of counselling fee (approximately Rs. 900 for General, Rs. 450 for reserved categories).
- Slot booking for certificate verification.
- Document verification at the designated Help Line Centre (HLC) or online.
- Web options entry (filling course and college preferences).
- Seat allotment based on rank, preferences, and seat availability.
- Self-reporting and physical reporting at the allotted college for final admission.
AP ICET 2026 Participating Colleges
More than 290 colleges across Andhra Pradesh accept the AP ICET 2026 score for admission to MBA and MCA programmes, including:
- Andhra University, Visakhapatnam
- Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati
- Sri Krishnadevaraya University, Anantapur
- Acharya Nagarjuna University, Guntur
- JNTU Kakinada (Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University)
- Yogi Vemana University, Kadapa
- Adikavi Nannaya University, Rajamahendravaram
- Krishna University, Machilipatnam
- Rayalaseema University, Kurnool
- Vikrama Simhapuri University, Nellore
- Dravidian University, Kuppam
- 200+ private MBA/MCA colleges affiliated to these universities
AP ICET 2026 FAQs
The AP ICET 2026 result / rank card is scheduled to be released by APSCHE on 16 May 2026 at approximately 4 PM at the official website cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. Candidates can download the rank card using their Registration Number, Hall Ticket Number, and Date of Birth.
AP ICET 2026 is conducted by Andhra University, Visakhapatnam on behalf of the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) for admission to MBA and MCA programmes across Andhra Pradesh.
The AP ICET 2026 exam is a CBT for 150 minutes consisting of 200 MCQs across three sections: Analytical Ability (75 questions), Mathematical Ability (75 questions), and Communication Ability (50 questions). Each correct answer carries 1 mark and there is no negative marking.
Candidates from General and OBC categories must secure a minimum of 50 marks out of 200 (25%) to qualify for AP ICET 2026 counselling. There is no minimum qualifying mark for SC/ST candidates, who only need to obtain a rank.
AP ICET 2026 counselling will start tentatively in the first week of June 2026, after the declaration of the AP ICET 2026 result on 16 May 2026. The counselling will be conducted online at icet-sche.aptonline.in by APSCHE.
For the AP ICET 2026 MBA programme, candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree of minimum 3 years duration in any discipline from a recognized university with at least 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved categories). Final-year students are also eligible.
More than 290 universities and colleges across Andhra Pradesh accept the AP ICET 2026 score for admission to MBA and MCA programmes, including Andhra University, Sri Venkateswara University, JNTU Kakinada, Acharya Nagarjuna University, and many other state and private institutions.
AP ICET 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test (AP ICET) 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Andhra University, Visakhapatnam (on behalf of APSCHE) |
| Exam Level | State Level (Andhra Pradesh) |
| Mode of Exam | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Date | 02 May 2026 (Conducted) |
| Total Questions | 200 MCQs |
| Total Marks | 200 |
| Exam Duration | 150 minutes |
| Marking Scheme | +1 correct, no negative marking |
| Result Date | 16 May 2026 (4 PM) |
| Number of Districts | 25 (Andhra Pradesh) |
| Approximate Candidates | ~35,000 |
| Accepting Colleges | 290+ MBA / MCA colleges |
| Official Website | cets.apsche.ap.gov.in |
| Counselling Website | icet-sche.aptonline.in |
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