AP POLYCET Final Phase · Allotment 26 Jul · Reporting 27–29 Jul
Polytechnic Common Entrance Test
Diploma (Polytechnic) admissions in AP
AP POLYCET · 2026AP POLYCET (APPOLYCET) 2026 Final Phase counselling at polycet.ap.gov.in — SBTET 2nd round for diploma polytechnic admissions. Registration & web options closed (16–20 Jul); change of web options 24 Jul; seat allotment result 26 Jul; self-joining & college reporting 27–29 Jul. Rank card, HLC verification, government & private polytechnic seats.
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 |
| Tuition Fee (Private) | ₹25,000 per year |
| Change of Web Options | 24 July 2026 |
| Final Phase Allotment | 26 July 2026 |
| Self-Joining & Reporting | 27 – 29 July 2026 |
Latest Updates 2026
Revised Dates — Change Options 24 Jul, Allotment 26 Jul, Reporting 27–29 Jul
AP POLYCET Final Phase schedule update at polycet.ap.gov.in: change of web options on 24 July 2026, seat allotment result on 26 July 2026, and self-joining plus college reporting from 27 to 29 July 2026. Download allotment and complete both online and physical joining within the window.
Final Phase Web Options Closed — Next: Change Options & Allotment
APPOLYCET Final Phase web options entry (16–20 Jul) has ended at polycet.ap.gov.in. Change of options is on 24 July 2026; Final Phase seat allotment on 26 July; self-joining and polytechnic reporting 27–29 July.
Final Phase Counselling Started — Registration & Web Options Live
APPOLYCET Final Phase (2nd counselling) opened at polycet.ap.gov.in from 16 July 2026: online registration & fee payment 16–18 Jul, HLC verification 16–19 Jul, web options 16–20 Jul. Exercise options afresh — Phase-1 choices are not considered.
Final Phase Counselling Schedule Released — Web Options & Seat Allotment Dates
SBTET AP released APPOLYCET Final Phase (2nd counselling) schedule at polycet.ap.gov.in: online registration & fee payment 16–18 Jul, HLC verification 16–19 Jul, web options 16–20 Jul. Updated later stages: change options 24 Jul, seat allotment 26 Jul, reporting 27–29 Jul. Exercise options afresh — Phase-1 choices not considered.
Phase-1 College Reporting Extended to 13 July
Last date for Phase-1 self-joining and reporting at allotted polytechnic colleges extended to 13 July 2026 (previously 11 July). Final Phase counselling notification follows for leftover and vacant seats.
Phase-1 Seat Allotment Published
Phase-1 seat allotment result published 7 July 2026 at polycet.ap.gov.in. Self-joining and college reporting from 8 July through 13 July 2026.
Phase-1 Web Options Concluded
Phase-1 web options entry closed 4 July. Change of options window was 4–5 July. Seat allotment published 7 July 2026.
Phase-1 Counselling Registration Started
Online registration, fee payment (₹700 OC/BC · ₹250 SC/ST), and certificate verification at Help Line Centers for APPOLYCET 2026 diploma admissions.
AP POLYCET 2026 Results Declared
SBTET released POLYCET 2026 results and rank cards. Qualified candidates proceeded to Phase-1 web counselling in June–July 2026.
Web Counselling 2026
AP POLYCET Final Phase (2nd counselling) 2026 is conducted by SBTET Andhra Pradesh for leftover and vacant diploma seats at government, aided, and private polytechnics. Register at polycet.ap.gov.in — complete online certificate verification and fee payment, exercise web options afresh (Phase-1 choices are not considered), download seat allotment, and complete mandatory self-joining plus physical college reporting.
Counselling Steps
- Online certificate verification & fee payment at polycet.ap.gov.in (16 – 18 July 2026)
- HLC certificate verification for corrections or offline verification (16 – 19 July 2026)
- Web options entry — select polytechnic colleges & diploma branches in priority order (16 – 20 July 2026)
- Change of web options (24 July 2026)
- Final Phase seat allotment result (26 July 2026)
- Self-joining online + physical reporting at allotted polytechnic (27 – 29 July 2026)
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 | 26 Jul 2026 | Done |
| Final Phase — Self-Joining & College Reporting | 27 – 29 Jul 2026 | Ongoing |
| Internal Sliding Round (tentative) | Aug 2026 | Tentative |
| Spot Admissions (tentative) | Aug 2026 | 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
- Both online self-joining and physical college reporting required after allotment
Courses & Admissions
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- EEE
- ECE
- CSE
- Mining
- Automobile
Official Links
Frequently Asked Questions
When does AP POLYCET 2026 Final Phase counselling start?
Final Phase (2nd counselling) began 16 July 2026. Online certificate verification and fee payment ran 16–18 July, web options 16–20 July (closed). Change of options is on 24 July 2026 and seat allotment on 26 July 2026 at polycet.ap.gov.in.
What are AP POLYCET Final Phase web options dates 2026?
Web options entry for Final Phase counselling was from 16 to 20 July 2026 (closed). Candidates had to exercise options afresh using mobile OTP — Phase-1 preferences are not considered for allotment. Change of web options is on 24 July 2026.
When is AP POLYCET Final Phase seat allotment 2026?
Final Phase seat allotment result will be published on 26 July 2026 at polycet.ap.gov.in. Download the allotment order and self-joining report using your hall ticket and date of birth.
Do I need to pay counselling fee again in Final Phase?
No. Candidates who already paid the processing fee (₹700 for OC/BC, ₹250 for SC/ST) during Phase-1 counselling need not pay again in the Final Phase. New registrants must pay during 16–18 July 2026.
Who is eligible for AP POLYCET Final Phase counselling?
Candidates who did not get a seat in Phase-1, those who want a better college/branch, candidates who cancelled Phase-1 allotment, and fresh registrants who missed Phase-1 can participate. Satisfied and reported candidates need not re-exercise options.
When is the last date for Final Phase college reporting?
Self-joining (online) and physical reporting at the allotted polytechnic college must be completed between 27 and 29 July 2026. Both online and in-person reporting are mandatory.
What is AP POLYCET counselling fee 2026?
Processing fee is ₹700 for OC/BC candidates and ₹250 for SC/ST candidates, payable online during registration at polycet.ap.gov.in. Seat allotment letter download requires an additional ₹800 fee.
What courses can I join through AP POLYCET?
AP POLYCET provides admission to 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 AP POLYCET counselling portal is polycet.ap.gov.in. Use it for registration, web options, seat allotment download, and self-joining. Final Phase notification PDF: POLYCET2026FINALPHASEDETAILEDNOTIFICATION.pdf.
How do I fill AP POLYCET web options 2026?
Log in at polycet.ap.gov.in with hall ticket number and date of birth, submit mobile OTP, select districts, then choose polytechnic colleges and diploma courses in priority order (1, 2, 3…). Save frequently and freeze only when satisfied. Final change of web options: 24 July 2026.
Will Phase-1 web options count in Final Phase allotment?
No. SBTET confirmed that Phase-1 options will not be considered in Final Phase. All participating candidates must exercise web options afresh between 16 and 20 July 2026, even if they submitted choices earlier.
What documents are needed for AP POLYCET 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 (HLC) if online verification needs correction.