AP PECET 2026 – Counselling Process

The AP PECET 2026 (Andhra Pradesh Physical Education Common Entrance Test (AP PECET) counselling process is the essential final phase for candidates who qualify in the entrance examination and seek admission into B.P.Ed and D.P.Ed courses in various colleges across Andhra Pradesh. Conducted by Acharya Nagarjuna University on behalf of APSCHE, the AP PECET 2026 counselling process ensures a transparent and merit-based seat allocation to deserving candidates based on their AP PECET rankings and preferences.

Overview of the AP PECET 2026 Counselling Process

The AP PECET 2026 counselling is typically conducted in multiple phases—first counselling, second counselling, and sometimes a spot counselling round—to allocate seats in participating colleges offering physical education courses.

Stepwise AP PECET 2026 Counselling Process

1. Counselling Notification and Registration

• After AP PECET 2026 results are declared, the official counselling notification is released online on the official portal (https://pecet-sche.aptonline.in/PECET).
• Eligible candidates must register for counselling by providing their hall ticket number and rank.

A non-refundable counselling processing fee must be paid online:

• OC/BC: INR 1000
• SC/ST/PH: INR 500

2. Document Upload and Verification

• Candidates are required to upload scanned copies of original certificates for online verification, including educational qualifications, caste, residence, and other relevant certifications.
• For special categories like CAP (Children of Armed Personnel) and NCC, candidates must also upload specific certificates and sometimes attend verification centers.
• Physical verification of documents is done at designated help centers or colleges on scheduled dates.

3. Choice Filling and Locking

• Post verification, candidates participate in web counselling by filling their preferred colleges and courses in order of priority.
• It is recommended to select as many choices as possible to increase seat allotment chances.
• Candidates can modify or edit their choices during the web options correction window before final submission.
• Once satisfied, candidates must freeze their choices; after freezing, choices cannot be changed.

4. Seat Allotment and Reporting

• Based on the rank, category, and preferences, seat allotment lists are published online.
• Candidates allotted seats must pay the tuition fee through the prescribed bank challans and report to the allotted college within the stipulated timeframe.
• Failure to report or pay fees may lead to forfeiture of the allotted seat.

5. Subsequent Counselling Rounds and Spot Counselling

• Candidates who do not get seats in the first round may participate in the second counselling with fresh registration and document verification.
• Some colleges may also conduct spot admissions for leftover seats after completion of regular counselling

Important Documents for AP PECET 2026 Counselling:

Candidates must carry original and photocopies of the following documents during physical verification and reporting:

• AP PECET 2026 Rank Card and Hall Ticket
• Degree or Intermediate Pass Certificate and Mark Sheets
• Transfer Certificate (TC)
• Study and Residence Certificates (7 years)
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Income Certificate or White Ration Card
• Aadhaar Card or any Government-issued ID
• Relevant certificates for CAP, NCC, Minority or PH categories

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FAQs:

Q1. How do candidates register for AP PECET 2026 counselling?

Ans. Candidates need to register online on the official counselling portal after the results, by entering their hall ticket number and rank and paying the counselling fee online.

Q2. What is the counselling fee for AP PECET 2026 and how is it paid?

Ans. The fee is INR 1000 for OC/BC candidates and INR 500 for SC/ST/PH candidates, payable through the online payment gateway on the official counselling website.

Q3. Can candidates edit their college preferences after choice filling?

Ans. Yes, candidates are given a web options correction window to edit their choices before final freezing of preferences.

Q4. What happens if a candidate fails to report at the allotted college?

Ans. Failure to report or pay the admission fee within the deadline leads to cancellation of the allotted seat and disqualification from further counselling rounds.

Q5. Are there multiple rounds of counselling for AP PECET 2026?

Ans. Yes, after the first counselling round, a second counselling and spot counselling may be conducted for unfilled seats and eligible candidates.