AP PGECET 2026 Counselling & Results
Postgraduate Engineering Common Entrance Test
M.Tech, M.Pharmacy & related PG engineering admissions
AP PGECET 2026 results are out. Phase-1 counselling at pgecet-sche1.aptonline.in — registration window 14–18 Jul (ended on trackers); web options / allotment expected through late July (allotment ~25 Jul). GATE/GPAT quota follows a separate schedule. Confirm live dates on the portal.
Latest Updates 2026
Registration Window Closed on Trackers — Focus on Web Options & Allotment
Published trackers list AP PGECET Phase-1 registration around 14–18 Jul 2026 (now ended on those calendars). Next focus: web options, seat allotment (~25 Jul) and college reporting. Confirm exact status only on pgecet-sche1.aptonline.in / cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/PGECET.
Phase-1 Counselling Registration Underway (Tentative)
Expected Phase-1 schedule at pgecet-sche1.aptonline.in: registration & fee payment 14–18 Jul, certificate verification 15–20 Jul, web options 18–22 Jul, seat allotment 25 Jul, college reporting 26–30 Jul 2026. Confirm official notification on cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/PGECET.
Earlier Estimate — Registration from 24 July
Previous tentative start of 24 July superseded by expected registration window 14–18 July 2026. Await official APSCHE notification on the PGECET portal.
AP PGECET 2026 Results Released
Results and rank cards available on cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/PGECET. Qualified candidates await web counselling schedule.
AP PGECET 2026 Exam Conducted
Computer-based test held for M.Tech, M.Pharmacy and related PG engineering programmes.
Web Counselling 2026
AP PGECET counselling 2026 is for M.Tech, M.Pharmacy and related PG engineering admissions in Andhra Pradesh. PGECET-qualified and GATE/GPAT-qualified candidates register separately at pgecet-sche1.aptonline.in — pay counselling fee, verify certificates, fill web options, and report to allotted college.
Counselling Steps
- Counselling registration & fee payment at pgecet-sche1.aptonline.in
- Certificate verification (online upload or helpline centres)
- Web options — select colleges and specializations in priority order
- Change of web options during notified window
- Seat allotment based on PGECET rank / GATE score and preferences
- Self-reporting and admission at allotted college
Documents for Verification
- PGECET rank card and hall ticket (or GATE/GPAT scorecard)
- B.Tech/B.Pharm degree marks memo and certificate
- SSC and study certificates
- Transfer certificate (TC)
- Caste / category certificate (if applicable)
- Income certificate (for fee reimbursement, if applicable)
- Aadhaar and photographs
Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Notification & Application | Mar 2026 | Done |
| AP PGECET 2026 Exam | May 2026 | Done |
| Results Declared | May 2026 | Done |
| Rank Card Download | May 2026 | Done |
| Phase-1 Counselling Registration & Fee (tentative) | 14 – 18 Jul 2026 | Done |
| Certificate Verification (tentative) | 15 – 20 Jul 2026 | Done |
| Web Options Entry — Phase 1 (tentative) | 18 – 22 Jul 2026 | Done |
| Phase-1 Seat Allotment (tentative) | 25 Jul 2026 | Done |
| Self-Reporting at College (tentative) | 26 – 30 Jul 2026 | Ongoing |
| Phase-2 Counselling (tentative) | Aug 2026 | Tentative |
| GATE/GPAT Counselling Registration (tentative) | Mid-Jul 2026 | Tentative |
Eligibility Criteria
B.Tech/B.E/B.Pharmacy or equivalent qualifying degree in relevant discipline with minimum percentage as per notification. GATE/GPAT scores accepted under separate quota.
Courses & Admissions
- M.Tech
- M.Pharmacy
- M.Arch
- Pharm.D (PB)
Official Links
Frequently Asked Questions
What is AP PGECET used for?
PGECET scores are used for M.Tech, M.Pharmacy, M.Arch and related PG engineering/pharmacy admissions in Andhra Pradesh through web counselling at pgecet-sche1.aptonline.in.
Are AP PGECET 2026 results out?
Yes. Results and rank cards are available on cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/PGECET.
When does AP PGECET 2026 counselling start?
Tentative Phase-1 registration runs 14–18 July 2026 at pgecet-sche1.aptonline.in, with web options 18–22 July and seat allotment on 25 July 2026. GATE/GPAT candidates may register from mid-July. Confirm official dates on cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/PGECET.
Is GATE accepted instead of PGECET?
Yes. GATE-qualified (engineering) and GPAT-qualified (pharmacy) candidates have a separate counselling quota alongside PGECET rank holders.
What is the difference between AP PGCET and AP PGECET?
AP PGCET (APPGCET) is for MA, M.Sc, M.Com and arts/science PG courses. AP PGECET is for M.Tech and M.Pharm engineering/pharmacy PG admissions.