Andhra Pradesh EAMCET/EAPCET 2026
Official Notification, Exam Dates, and Eligibility Criteria for AP EAMCET (EAPCET) 2026 will be released soon by the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE). Stay tuned for updates on application procedures, syllabus, and exam pattern to help you prepare effectively for this important entrance exam.
Getting into a top engineering or pharmacy college in Andhra Pradesh starts with the AP EAMCET (now EAPCET) 2026. Managed by JNTU Kakinada on behalf of APSCHE, this state-level entrance exam is the primary gateway for professional courses.
AP EAMCET 2026: Key Highlights
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | JNTU Kakinada (on behalf of APSCHE) |
| Exam Level | State Level (Andhra Pradesh) |
| Mode of Exam | Online (Computer Based Test) |
| Official Website | apsche.ap.gov.in |
Important Exam Dates
The AP EAMCET 2026 exam date has been scheduled for May. Mark these essential dates:
- Notification Release: February 2026
- Registration Starts: March 2026
- Engineering Exam: May 12 – May 18, 2026
- Agriculture & Pharmacy: May 19 – May 20, 2026
Eligibility for EAMCET Andhra Pradesh 2026
Before applying for the EAPCET 2026 notification, ensure you meet these criteria:
1. Nationality & Domicile
Candidates must be Indian Citizens or OCI/PIO cardholders and must belong to Andhra Pradesh or Telangana state.
2. Educational Qualification
- Engineering: 10+2 with Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry (MPC).
- Minimum Marks: 45% for General (40% for SC/ST) in core subjects.
3. Age Limit
Minimum 16 years for Engineering/Pharmacy and 17 years for Agriculture as of December 31, 2026.
Exam Pattern
The AP EAMCET 2026 exam pattern is designed to assess your knowledge in relevant subjects:
- Mode: Online (Computer Based Test)
- Duration: 3 Hours
- Total Questions:160
- Total Marks: 160
- Marking Scheme: +1 mark for each correct answer
- Negative Marking: None
Syllabus & Preparation Tips
The AP EAMCET syllabus is based on the Class 11 & 12 Intermediate syllabus prescribed by the Andhra Pradesh Board.
- Study from NCERT and Intermediate textbooks
- Practice previous year question papers
- Attempt mock tests regularly
- Focus on speed and accuracy
- Prepare short notes for formulas and revision
What Happens After the Exam?
- Release of preliminary answer key
- Objection window for students
- Declaration of results and rank cards
- Web counselling and seat allotment