AP ECET Seat Allotment 2026 · 27 Jul after 6 PM
Engineering Common Entrance Test
B.Tech & B.Pharmacy lateral entry for diploma holders and B.Sc (Maths) graduates
AP ECET · 2026AP ECET 2026 counselling at cap.apcfss.in — Phase-1 seat allotment will be released on 27 July 2026 after 6:00 PM. Download allotment order with hall ticket and DOB, complete self-joining, and report to the allotted college as per CAP instructions. About 55,931 lateral-entry seats across B.Tech and B.Pharmacy programmes.
Latest Updates 2026
Seat Allotment Revised — 27 July 2026 after 6:00 PM
AP ECET Phase-1 seat allotment will be released on 27 July 2026 after 6:00 PM at cap.apcfss.in (updated from the earlier 24 July schedule). Log in with hall ticket number and date of birth to download the allotment order, then complete self-joining and college reporting as per CAP.
Web Options & Change-of-Options Window Closed
Phase-1 web options (8–14 Jul) and change-of-options day (15 Jul) are complete at cap.apcfss.in. Seat allotment is now on 27 July 2026 after 6:00 PM.
Change of Web Options on 15 July 2026
Revised Phase-1 schedule at cap.apcfss.in: web options entry 8–14 July 2026, change of web options on 15 July 2026, certificate verification extended to 13 July. Seat allotment on 27 July after 6 PM.
Web Options Entry Started
Phase-1 web options open at cap.apcfss.in. Candidates can fill and edit college/branch preferences until 14 July 2026. Dedicated change-of-options window on 15 July.
Certificate Verification Begins
Document verification at helpline centres runs 6–13 July 2026. Registration and fee payment open at cap.apcfss.in.
Counselling Registration Begins
Phase-1 registration opens at cap.apcfss.in. Pay ₹1200 (OC/BC) or ₹600 (SC/ST). About 55,931 lateral-entry seats available.
AP ECET Phase-1 Counselling Schedule Released
Registration from 4 Jul, document verification 6–13 Jul, web options 8–14 Jul, change of web options 15 Jul. Seat allotment now scheduled for 27 July 2026 after 6:00 PM — confirm live dates on cap.apcfss.in.
AP ECET 2026 Results Declared
32,434 appeared; 29,750 qualified (91.72%). Minimum 25% required for OC/BC. Rank card available on the official portal.
Web Counselling 2026
AP ECET Phase-1 counselling 2026 is conducted by JNTU Anantapur on behalf of APSCHE for lateral entry admissions. Register at the official counselling portal cap.apcfss.in — pay the processing fee, upload documents for verification, exercise web options, and report to the allotted college. Approximately 55,931 seats are available across participating institutes. Seat allotment result will be published on 27 July 2026 after 6:00 PM.
Counselling Steps
- Online registration & processing fee payment at cap.apcfss.in (AP ECET counselling portal)
- Upload scanned copies of rank card, hall ticket, diploma/degree memos, and certificates
- Certificate verification at notified helpline centres (online) — 6 to 13 July 2026
- Web options entry — select colleges and branches in order of preference (8 – 14 July 2026)
- Change of web options (15 July 2026)
- Phase-1 seat allotment result — 27 July 2026 after 6:00 PM at cap.apcfss.in
- Download allotment order; complete self-joining and physical reporting at allotted college (as notified on CAP portal)
Documents for Verification
- AP ECET 2026 rank card and hall ticket
- Diploma / B.Sc provisional or degree marks memos
- Proof of date of birth (SSC or equivalent)
- Study certificates (Class VII to Diploma / IX to Degree for B.Sc Maths)
- Integrated community certificate (BC / SC / ST, if applicable)
- Income certificate or white ration card (for fee reimbursement, if applicable)
- Local / residence certificate (if applicable)
- EWS certificate valid for 2026-27 (if applicable)
Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Notification & Application | Mar 2026 | Done |
| AP ECET 2026 Exam | May 2026 | Done |
| Results Declared | 8 May 2026 | Done |
| Counselling Registration & Fee Payment | 4 – 14 Jul 2026 | Done |
| Certificate Verification (Helpline Centres) | 6 – 13 Jul 2026 | Done |
| Web Options Entry | 8 – 14 Jul 2026 | Done |
| Change of Web Options | 15 Jul 2026 | Done |
| Phase-1 Seat Allotment | 27 Jul 2026 after 6:00 PM | Upcoming |
| Self-Joining & Reporting at College | After allotment (see CAP portal) | Upcoming |
| Classes Commence | As per college / CAP notice | Tentative |
Eligibility Criteria
Counselling: diploma holders in Engineering/Technology/Pharmacy/Agriculture and B.Sc (Mathematics) graduates with a valid AP ECET 2026 rank. General category candidates need at least 25% marks in the exam; SC/ST candidates have no minimum qualifying marks but need a valid rank.
Courses & Admissions
- B.Tech (Lateral Entry — 2nd Year)
- B.Pharmacy (Lateral Entry)
Official Links
Frequently Asked Questions
When is AP ECET seat allotment 2026 released?
AP ECET Phase-1 seat allotment will be released on 27 July 2026 after 6:00 PM on the official CAP portal cap.apcfss.in. Use your hall ticket number and date of birth to download the allotment order.
Where can I check AP ECET seat allotment result 2026?
Visit https://cap.apcfss.in/ — open AP ECET-2026 admissions and the seat allotment / candidate login link. Download the PDF allotment order after 6:00 PM on 27 July 2026 when the result goes live.
What should I do after AP ECET seat allotment?
Download the allotment order, complete online self-joining (self-reporting) on cap.apcfss.in within the deadline, then report physically to the allotted college with originals and pay college fees as instructed. Missing self-joining or reporting can cancel the seat.
When does AP ECET 2026 counselling registration start?
Phase-1 counselling registration ran from 4 to 14 July 2026 at cap.apcfss.in under AP ECET-2026 admissions. Current focus is seat allotment (27 July after 6 PM) and college reporting.
What is the AP ECET counselling fee?
Processing fee cum registration is ₹1,200 for OC/BC candidates and ₹600 for SC/ST candidates, payable online only.
Who is eligible for AP ECET counselling 2026?
Diploma holders in Engineering, Pharmacy, or Agriculture and B.Sc (Mathematics) graduates who secured a valid AP ECET 2026 rank. OC/BC candidates need at least 25% marks in the exam.
When is change of web options for AP ECET 2026?
Change of web options for Phase-1 counselling was on 15 July 2026 at cap.apcfss.in. Web options entry ran from 8 to 14 July 2026.
How many seats are available in AP ECET counselling 2026?
Approximately 55,931 lateral-entry seats are available across B.Tech and B.Pharmacy programmes in Andhra Pradesh.
How is ECET different from EAPCET?
EAPCET is for 10+2 students entering first-year UG courses. ECET is for diploma/B.Sc holders entering second-year B.Tech or B.Pharmacy through lateral entry.