AP ECET Seat Allotment 2026 · 28 Jul after 8 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 28 July 2026 after 8:00 PM. About 55,960 lateral-entry seats across B.Tech and B.Pharmacy. Download allotment order with hall ticket and DOB after release, then complete self-joining and report to the allotted college as per CAP instructions. (Earlier plans: 24 Jul, then 27 Jul after 6 PM — now revised to 28 Jul after 8 PM.)
Latest Updates 2026
Seat Allotment Revised — 28 July 2026 after 8:00 PM
AP ECET Phase-1 seat allotment will be released on 28 July 2026 after 8:00 PM at cap.apcfss.in (revised from 27 July after 6 PM / earlier 24 July plans). Log in with hall ticket number and date of birth after 8 PM to download the allotment order PDF, then complete self-joining and college reporting as per CAP. About 55,960 lateral-entry seats are in this round.
Earlier Schedule — 27 July 2026 after 6:00 PM
AP ECET Phase-1 seat allotment was earlier revised to 27 July 2026 after 6:00 PM at cap.apcfss.in (from 24 July). That plan has been updated again to 28 July after 8:00 PM.
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 28 July 2026 after 8:00 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 later fixed for 28 July after 8 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 55,960 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 later revised to 28 July 2026 after 8:00 PM 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 55,960 seats are available across participating institutes. Phase-1 seat allotment will be released on 28 July 2026 after 8:00 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 — 28 July 2026 after 8:00 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 | 28 Jul 2026 after 8:00 PM | Upcoming |
| Self-Joining & Reporting at College | After allotment (see CAP portal deadlines) | 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 28 July 2026 after 8:00 PM on the official CAP portal cap.apcfss.in. Use your hall ticket number and date of birth to download the allotment order after the link goes live.
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 8:00 PM on 28 July 2026 when the result is published.
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 on 28 July after 8 PM, then self-joining 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 55,960 lateral-entry seats are available across B.Tech and B.Pharmacy programmes in Andhra Pradesh for this counselling cycle.
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.