AP POLYCET 2026 · Diploma Final Phase Closed · Spot Watch
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Diploma (Polytechnic) admissions in AP
AP POLYCET · 2026AP POLYCET (APPOLYCET) 2026 diploma Phase-1 and Final Phase counselling are over at https://polycet.ap.gov.in/. Final Phase seat allotment was published around 27 July 2026, with self-joining and polytechnic reporting through 29 July 2026. Candidates who already reported should keep allotment / joining copies. Anyone waiting on leftover or spot seats should watch only SBTET notices on the official portal — do not rely on third-party calendars.
Who this guide is for
Use this page if you:
- Candidates who completed Final Phase reporting and need an archive of 2026 diploma counselling dates
- Rank holders checking whether SBTET opens leftover / spot diploma seats
- Parents gathering documents for any further official POLYCET notice
Use a different route if you:
- Candidates seeking B.Tech first-year seats (use AP EAPCET, not POLYCET)
- Diploma holders seeking lateral entry to B.Tech (use AP ECET)
- Anyone paying an agent for a “guaranteed polytechnic seat” outside polycet.ap.gov.in
Quick Overview 2026
| Exam Name | AP POLYCET / APPOLYCET 2026 |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | SBTET AP (State Board of Technical Education & Training) |
| Course Offered | Diploma (Polytechnic) — 3 years |
| Qualification | SSC (Class 10) pass |
| Counselling Portal | polycet.ap.gov.in |
| Counselling Fee | ₹700 (OC/BC) · ₹250 (SC/ST) |
| Tuition Fee (Govt.) | ₹4,700 per year (as previously notified) |
| Tuition Fee (Private) | ₹25,000 per year (as previously notified) |
| Final Phase Allotment | OUT (~27 July 2026) |
| Final Phase Reporting | 27 – 29 July 2026 (closed) |
| Next step | Watch polycet.ap.gov.in for spot / leftover only |
Latest Updates 2026
Diploma Counselling Closed — Watch Portal for Spot / Leftover Only
AP POLYCET diploma Phase-1 and Final Phase windows remain closed after July reporting. Candidates should use polycet.ap.gov.in only for allotment reprints or any new leftover/spot notice SBTET may publish. This guide stays focused on diploma (polytechnic) admissions.
Diploma Final Phase Reporting Closed
AP POLYCET diploma Final Phase allotment (late July) and self-join / polytechnic reporting (27–29 July 2026) windows are over. Leftover/spot diploma seats appear only if SBTET publishes a further notice.
Diploma Final Phase Seat Allotment OUT — Report by 29 July
AP POLYCET Final Phase (Round 2) diploma seat allotment went live at polycet.ap.gov.in (widely reported 27 July 2026). Allotted candidates had to complete online self-joining and physical reporting by 27–29 July 2026.
Diploma Final Phase Counselling Started
APPOLYCET Final Phase (2nd counselling) opened at polycet.ap.gov.in from 16 July 2026: online registration & fee 16–18 Jul, HLC 16–19 Jul, web options 16–20 Jul, change options 24 Jul.
Diploma Phase-1 Seat Allotment Published
Phase-1 diploma seat allotment published around 7 July 2026 at polycet.ap.gov.in. Self-joining and college reporting followed in early–mid July.
Diploma Phase-1 Counselling Registration Started
Online registration, fee payment (₹700 OC/BC · ₹250 SC/ST), and certificate verification for APPOLYCET 2026 diploma admissions.
AP POLYCET 2026 Results Declared
SBTET released POLYCET 2026 results and rank cards. Qualified candidates proceeded to diploma web counselling.
Web Counselling 2026
AP POLYCET diploma counselling is run by SBTET Andhra Pradesh on polycet.ap.gov.in for government, aided and private polytechnic seats. Phase-1 and Final Phase (Round 2) windows for 2026–27 are closed. Further leftover or spot rounds appear only if SBTET publishes a new notice. Use only the official portal — not third-party “option filling” agents.
Counselling Steps
- Phase-1: registration, verification, web options and allotment (June–early July 2026) — completed
- Final Phase: registration 16–18 Jul, web options 16–20 Jul, change options 24 Jul — completed
- Final Phase seat allotment OUT (~27 July 2026)
- Final Phase self-joining and college reporting 27–29 July 2026 — completed
- If you reported: keep allotment order and joining acknowledgement
- If you missed reporting or need leftover seats: watch polycet.ap.gov.in for spot / further notices only
Documents for Verification
- AP POLYCET 2026 hall ticket and rank card
- SSC / Class 10 marks memo and study certificates (Class IV to X)
- Transfer certificate (TC)
- Caste certificate (BC / SC / ST, if applicable)
- Income certificate (for fee reimbursement, issued on or after 1 Jan 2023)
- EWS certificate valid for 2026–27 (OC candidates, if applicable)
- Residence / employer certificate (non-local candidates, if applicable)
- Minority certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar card
Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| POLYCET 2026 Exam | Apr 2026 | Done |
| Results Declared | 5 May 2026 | Done |
| Phase-1 Registration & Fee Payment | 24 – 30 Jun 2026 | Done |
| Phase-1 Certificate Verification | 25 Jun – 1 Jul 2026 | Done |
| Phase-1 Web Options Entry | 29 Jun – 4 Jul 2026 | Done |
| Phase-1 Change of Web Options | 4 – 5 Jul 2026 | Done |
| Phase-1 Seat Allotment | 7 Jul 2026 | Done |
| Phase-1 Self-Joining & College Reporting | 8 – 13 Jul 2026 | Done |
| Final Phase — Registration & Fee Payment | 16 – 18 Jul 2026 | Done |
| Final Phase — Certificate Verification (HLC) | 16 – 19 Jul 2026 | Done |
| Final Phase — Web Options Entry | 16 – 20 Jul 2026 | Done |
| Final Phase — Change of Web Options | 24 Jul 2026 | Done |
| Final Phase — Seat Allotment Result | OUT (~27 Jul 2026; was scheduled 26 Jul) | Done |
| Final Phase — Self-Joining & College Reporting | 27 – 29 Jul 2026 | Done |
| Further rounds / spot (if notified) | Watch polycet.ap.gov.in | Tentative |
Eligibility Criteria
Passed SSC (10th class) or equivalent from a recognised board. Subject-wise eligibility may vary by diploma branch (Civil, Mechanical, EEE, ECE, CSE, etc.). Andhra Pradesh domicile rules apply for local/non-local seat reservation.
- SSC (10th) or equivalent pass from a recognised board
- Subject-wise branch eligibility as per SBTET notification
- Valid AP POLYCET 2026 rank for web counselling participation
- Certificate verification mandatory before web options entry when the portal requires it
- Both online self-joining and physical college reporting required after allotment
Courses & Admissions
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- EEE
- ECE
- CSE
- Mining
- Automobile
Seat Allotment — How Merit Works
- Seat allotment uses POLYCET merit rank, category reservation, local area and web-option order
- Special category priorities (CAP / NCC / Sports / Scouts & Guides / PwD) follow the HLC schedule published with each round
- Further leftover / spot diploma seats appear only if SBTET notifies them
AP POLYCET vs AP ECET
| Feature | AP POLYCET | AP ECET |
|---|---|---|
| Entry | After SSC → Diploma | After Diploma → B.Tech lateral entry |
| Portal | polycet.ap.gov.in | cap.apcfss.in (ECET counselling) |
| Typical next step | Polytechnic → job or ECET | 2nd-year B.Tech |
After Seat Allotment — Reporting Checklist
- If already allotted and reported: keep allotment order + joining acknowledgement safe
- If you missed the 27–29 July reporting window: check polycet.ap.gov.in for any leftover / spot notice before travelling
- Do not pay college fees on unofficial WhatsApp links
- For lateral entry to B.Tech later, follow AP ECET — not this POLYCET diploma round
Mistakes to avoid
- Treating closed Final Phase reporting dates as still open
- Using a third-party login clone instead of polycet.ap.gov.in
- Confusing POLYCET diploma counselling with EAPCET (B.Tech) or ECET (lateral entry)
- Paying agents for “spot seat booking” without an official SBTET notice
- Losing allotment / self-joining printouts needed for college records
Official Links
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of AP POLYCET counselling 2026?
Diploma Phase-1 and Final Phase counselling windows are closed. Final Phase allotment was published around 27 July 2026 and reporting ran 27–29 July. Watch polycet.ap.gov.in only if SBTET notifies leftover or spot diploma seats.
Is AP POLYCET Final Phase seat allotment 2026 out?
Yes. Final Phase (Round 2) diploma seat allotment is available at polycet.ap.gov.in (widely reported 27 July 2026). Download with hall ticket number and date of birth if reprints are still served.
When was the last date for Final Phase college reporting?
Self-joining (online) and physical reporting at the allotted polytechnic ran 27–29 July 2026. That window is closed.
Do I need to pay counselling fee again in Final Phase?
Candidates who already paid the processing fee (₹700 OC/BC, ₹250 SC/ST) in Phase-1 generally did not pay again in Final Phase. New registrants paid during 16–18 July 2026.
What is the counselling fee for AP POLYCET 2026?
Processing fee is ₹700 for OC/BC and ₹250 for SC/ST, payable online at polycet.ap.gov.in. Seat allotment letter download may require an additional fee (often ₹800) — confirm on the portal.
What courses can I join through AP POLYCET?
Diploma (polytechnic) courses in Civil, Mechanical, EEE, ECE, CSE, Mining, Automobile and allied engineering branches at government and private polytechnics in Andhra Pradesh.
Can POLYCET students enter B.Tech later?
Yes. Diploma holders can apply for lateral entry into the second year of B.Tech through AP ECET after completing their polytechnic course.
What is the direct link for AP POLYCET counselling 2026?
The official portal is https://polycet.ap.gov.in/. Use it for registration, web options, allotment download and self-joining. Prefer this domain over third-party mirrors.
Will Phase-1 web options count in Final Phase allotment?
No. SBTET confirmed that Phase-1 options were not considered in Final Phase. Candidates had to exercise web options afresh between 16 and 20 July 2026.
What documents are needed for certificate verification?
Carry POLYCET hall ticket, rank card, SSC marks memo, study certificates (IV–X), TC, caste/income/EWS certificates (if applicable), residence proof (non-local), and Aadhaar. Visit a notified Help Line Centre if online verification needs correction.
Related AP Entrance Exams
Sources: SBTET AP POLYCET counselling notices on https://polycet.ap.gov.in/ (diploma Phase-1 and Final Phase June–July 2026). Confirm live steps on the official portal. Easy Applications is not affiliated with SBTET.