AP POLYCET 2027 (Andhra Pradesh Polytechnic Common Entrance Test) is the state entrance test that SBTET Andhra Pradesh holds for admission to diploma courses at polytechnics across the state. The 2027 dates are not out yet. Going by 2026, the form should open in March 2027 and the exam should be in late April 2027.
AP POLYCET 2027
This page covers the AP POLYCET 2027 dates, application steps and fee, eligibility, exam pattern and official links.
| Full name | Andhra Pradesh Polytechnic Common Entrance Test (AP POLYCET) |
|---|---|
| Conducted by | State Board of Technical Education and Training, Andhra Pradesh (SBTET AP) |
| Exam level | State (Andhra Pradesh) |
| Courses / Purpose | Diploma courses in engineering, non-engineering and technology at polytechnics in Andhra Pradesh |
| Exam date | Expected April 2027 |
| Application | Expected March to April 2027, online only |
| Application fee | Rs 400 (OC, BC), Rs 100 (SC, ST) in 2026 |
| Eligibility | Class 10 (SSC) or equivalent with Mathematics; students appearing in 2027 can apply |
| Mode | Offline, pen and paper (OMR) |
| Questions and marks | 120 MCQs (Maths 50, Physics 40, Chemistry 30), 120 marks, 2 hours |
| Negative marking | None |
| Official website | polycetap.ap.gov.in |
AP POLYCET 2027 Important Dates
SBTET has not announced the AP POLYCET 2027 schedule yet, so the dates below are expected months based on 2026, when the exam was held on 25 April 2026 and the result came on 5 May 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application | March 2027 Expected |
| Hall ticket | April 2027 Expected |
| Entrance exam | April 2027 Expected |
| Preliminary answer key | April 2027 Expected |
| Result and rank card | May 2027 Expected |
| Counselling | June 2027 Expected |
How to Apply for AP POLYCET 2027
You apply for AP POLYCET 2027 online on polycetap.ap.gov.in once SBTET releases the notification. In 2026 the form was open from 3 March to 9 April 2026 (after an extension), so the 2027 form is expected in March 2027.
Apply Online for AP POLYCET 2027
Applications for AP POLYCET 2027 are expected in March 2027.
- Open polycetap.ap.gov.in and click the AP POLYCET 2027 application link when it goes live.
- Pay the application fee online and note the payment reference.
- Fill the form: your personal details, Class 10 (SSC) details, category, the study details that decide your local area, and the exam centre you want.
- Upload your photograph and signature in the size the form asks for.
- Submit the form and print it. Keep your application number for the hall ticket and result.
The fee below is from the 2026 cycle. SBTET will confirm the 2027 fee in the new notification.
| Category | Application fee (2026) |
|---|---|
| OC and BC | Rs 400 |
| SC and ST | Rs 100 |
Who can apply for AP POLYCET 2027?
You can apply for AP POLYCET 2027 if you have passed Class 10 (SSC) or an equivalent exam, or are writing it in 2027. Mathematics must be one of your Class 10 subjects.
| Rule | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualifying exam | Class 10 (SSC) or equivalent, passed or appearing in 2027 |
| Marks for admission | At least 35% aggregate in Class 10, with Mathematics as a subject |
| Age limit | No lower or upper age limit |
| Local status | Seats are filled under Andhra Pradesh local and non-local rules, based on your study or residence from Class 4 to Class 10 |
Students who apply while still in Class 10 must pass SSC before the counselling starts, since the SSC marks memo is checked at certificate verification.
What is the AP POLYCET 2027 exam pattern?
AP POLYCET is a single 2-hour pen and paper (OMR) test of 120 multiple choice questions from Class 10 Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. Each correct answer gets 1 mark and there is no negative marking.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 50 | 50 |
| Physics | 40 | 40 |
| Chemistry | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
The question paper is in English along with Telugu or Urdu, depending on the medium you choose. The questions follow the Class 10 (SSC) syllabus; see the AP POLYCET syllabus for the chapter list.
In 2026 the exam ran from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM in one sitting across Andhra Pradesh.
AP POLYCET 2027 Official Notices and Downloads
- LINKAP POLYCET official website (SBTET AP): polycetap.ap.gov.inOfficial site · polycetap.ap.gov.inOpen
- LINKAP POLYCET counselling portal: polycet.ap.gov.inOfficial site · polycet.ap.gov.inOpen
- LINKSBTET Andhra Pradesh websiteOfficial site · apsbtet.ap.gov.inOpen