AP EAPCET (Andhra Pradesh Engineering Agricultural and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test)

19 May 2025
Content Writer Papri Dutta
Updated On Date: Oct 25, 2025

AP EAPCET 2026 EXAM PATTERN

AP EAPCET 2026 – Exam Pattern

AP EAPCET 2026 (Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agriculture & Pharmacy Common Entrance Test), conducted by JNTU Kakinada on behalf of APSCHE, is a highly competitive entrance exam for admission to undergraduate Engineering, Agriculture, and Pharmacy programs in Andhra Pradesh. Knowing the AP EAPCET 2026 exam pattern in detail helps candidates prepare efficiently and manage time during the test.  

Mode & Medium of Examination

  • Mode:Online Computer-Based Test (CBT).
  • Medium:English and Telugu. Candidates wishing to appear in Urdu can do so only at the Kurnool exam centre.

Duration

  • Total Time:3 hours (180 minutes).

Type & Number of Questions

  • Type:Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), each with four options and only one correct answer.
  • Total Questions:

Section-wise Distribution for Engineering Stream:

Section

Number of Questions

Marks

Mathematics

80

80

Physics

40

40

Chemistry

40

40

Total

160

160

For Agriculture and Pharmacy streams, Botany and Zoology replaces with Mathematics.

Marking Scheme

  • Correct Answer:1 mark awarded.
  • Incorrect Answer:No negative marking. No marks deducted for wrong or unanswered questions.

Key Features:

  • Candidates can freely navigate between questions and change their answers before final submission.
  • All questions must be attempted online within the stipulated time.
  • The AP EAPCET exam is held once annually, typically across multiple sessions (morning and afternoon).

Preparation Tips for AP EAPCET 2026 Candidates:

  • Focus on NCERT Class 11 & 12 syllabus for Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology.
  • Practice mock tests to develop speed and accuracy.
  • Time management is crucial due to the dense question paper and strictly timed CBT interface.
  • Review previous years’ chapter-wise weightage to identify high-value topics.
Click Here For AP EAPCET Syllabus

FAQs:

Q1. How many questions are there in the AP EAPCET 2026 Engineering stream and what is the total duration?

Ans. There are 160 multiple-choice questions to be answered in 3 hours (180 minutes).

Q2. Is there any negative marking for incorrect answers in AP EAPCET 2026?

Ans. No, there is no negative marking. Candidates only receive marks for correct answers and do not lose marks for incorrect or unattempted questions.

Q3. What are the sections and their respective question distribution in the AP EAPCET 2026 Engineering stream?

Ans. The Engineering stream comprises Mathematics (80 questions), Physics (40 questions), and Chemistry (40 questions), making a total of 160 questions.

Q4. What languages are available for AP EAPCET 2026, and is there any special arrangement for Urdu-medium candidates?

Ans. The AP EAPCET 2026 exam is conducted in English and Telugu, with the Urdu option available only at the Kurnool centre for candidates opting for Urdu.

Q5. Can a candidate change their answers during the AP EAPCET 2026 online exam?

Ans. Yes, candidates can revisit and change their selected answers any time before the final submission of the online question paper.

 
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