AP PGECET (Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Engineering Common Entrance Test)

05 June 2025
Content Writer Papri Dutta
Updated On Date: Oct 28, 2025

AP PGECET 2026 SYLLABUS

AP PGECET 2026 – Syllabus

The AP PGECET 2026 syllabus is meticulously designed to assess candidates on both foundational subjects and core discipline topics relevant to postgraduate Engineering and Pharmacy programmes in Andhra Pradesh. The AP PGECET 2026’s syllabus ensures that questions test in-depth subject knowledge, reasoning abilities, and technical proficiency expected at the graduate level.

AP PGECET 2026 Syllabus Structure and Coverage:

The syllabus for AP PGECET 2026 is divided into two main sections:

  • General Section:Common topics such as Engineering Mathematics, Analytical Ability, and Basic Engineering Sciences.
  • Core Subject Section:Course-specific topics aligned with the candidate’s chosen discipline.

General Section:

Most papers incorporate general topics designed to measure essential aptitudes:

Area

Topics

Engineering Mathematics

Algebra, Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Probability, Statistics 

Basic Engineering

Intro to Electrical, Mechanical, Physics, Chemistry

Analytical Ability

Reasoning, Logical Analysis

Core Subject Sections

Each discipline has a focused core section; prominent streams and their major subjects include:

Computer Science & Information Technology

  • Programming & Data Structures, Compiler Design, Computer Networks, Operating Systems, Engineering Mathematics, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Web Technologies.

Mechanical Engineering

  • Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering, Fluid Mechanics, Thermal Sciences, Production Planning, Strength of Materials.

Civil Engineering

  • Structural Engineering, Soil Mechanics, Foundation Engineering, Fluid Mechanics, Design of Structures.

Electrical & Electronics Engineering

  • Electrical Circuits, Control Systems, Network Theory, Power Systems, Signal Processing, Engineering Mathematics.

Food Technology

  • Food Chemistry, Nutrition, Food Microbiology, Food Biotechnology, Food Engineering.

Pharmacy

  • Pharmaceutical Analysis & Quality Assurance, Medicinal Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Pharmacognosy, Pharmacology, Biopharmaceutics & Pharmacokinetics, Herbal Medicine.

Subject-Specific Example: M.Tech in Computer Science

Topic

Subtopics

Mathematics

Linear Algebra, Calculus, Graph Theory

Computer Science

Data Structures, Algorithms, Operating Systems, Computer Networks

Pharmacy Syllabus Highlights

Topic

Subtopics

Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Organic Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry

Pharmacology

Drug Absorption, Toxicology, Action Mechanisms

Pharmacognosy

Herbal Medicine, Medicinal Plants, Natural Products

Syllabus Download and Official Resources

  • Candidates should refer to the official AP PGECET website for the latest discipline-wise syllabus PDFs.
  • It is advisable to thoroughly study all subtopics listed for each core subject and general section.
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FAQs:

Q1. Where can candidates find the detailed syllabus for AP PGECET 2026?

Ans. The complete and updated syllabus for all branches is available on the official AP PGECET website as downloadable PDFs, along with notifications from APSCHE.

Q2. Is the syllabus the same for all branches or courses?

Ans. No, each paper has a branch-specific core syllabus tailored to the postgraduate programme, in addition to some common sections like Engineering Mathematics.

Q3. Does the AP PGECET syllabus include aptitude and reasoning questions?

Ans. Yes, most branches include questions on Analytical Ability, Reasoning, and Quantitative Aptitude alongside core subjects.

Q4. How comprehensive is the pharmacy syllabus for AP PGECET 2026?

Ans. The pharmacy syllabus covers Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Analysis, Pharmaceutics, Pharmacognosy, and Pharmacology with a mix of conceptual and practical topics.

Q5. What is the best way to prepare for the AP PGECET syllabus?

Ans. Candidates should obtain the latest syllabus PDF for their branch, analyze the weightage of topics, use standard textbooks, and solve previous years’ question papers for targeted preparation.

 
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