RGUKT CET Eligibility Criteria 2026 

The eligibility criteria for RGUKT CET 2026 determine which students can apply for admission to the 6-Year Integrated B. Tech program (PUC + 4 Year B. Tech) at the Rajiv Gandhi University of Knowledge Technologies campuses in Andhra Pradesh. Only candidates meeting specific academic and residency requirements are considered for selection. The following article provides all the required details regarding the eligibility criteria for RGUKT CET 2026.

Academic Qualification

• Candidates must have passed the SSC (10th class) or any equivalent examination recognized by the governments of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, CBSE, or ICSE in 2026 (or the previous academic year, as applicable).
• Applicants should have completed their qualifying examination in the first attempt. Advanced supplementary pass-outs are also permitted.

Residency Requirements

• The candidate should have studied primarily in Andhra Pradesh or Telangana.
• Students from states outside AP/Telangana may apply for a limited number of supernumerary (5%) seats.
• International students (Indian Nationals, PIOs, or OCI cardholders) are also eligible for separate supernumerary quotas.

Age Criteria

• There is typically no upper age limit for RGUKT CET. However, some affiliated institutions may require a minimum age (e.g., 15 or 16 years old by December 31 of the admission year).
• Candidates should refer to the latest notifications for any changes regarding age requirements.

Special Provisions

• Government school students receive an additional 4% deprivation score added to each subject’s marks in SSC (applicable only to those who studied all of Class X in a government school).
• Reservation policies follow Government of Andhra Pradesh regulations concerning SC, ST, BC, EWS, and special category seats.

Qualifying Documents

Candidates must be prepared to present original documents for

• Proof of SSC/equivalent qualification
• Age proof/birth certificate
• Proof of study in AP/Telangana (study/residence certificate)
• Special category certificates (NCC, Sports, CAP, PH, etc.), if claiming a reservation.

The following table provides some basic information regarding RGUKT CET 2026 eligibility criteria.

FAQs

Q1: Who is eligible to apply for RGUKT CET 2026?

Ans. Candidates who have passed SSC or any equivalent examination from Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, or recognized boards in 2026 (first attempt) are eligible to apply.

Q2: Can students from states other than AP and Telangana apply for RGUKT CET 2026?

Ans. Yes, candidates from outside Andhra Pradesh and Telangana may apply, but they are only eligible for a limited number (5%) of supernumerary seats.

Q3: What is the advantage for government school students in the RGUKT CET selection process?

Ans. Students who studied their 10th class entirely in a government school receive a 4% deprivation score boost in each subject, enhancing their merit ranking.

Q4: Is there any age limit for RGUKT CET 2026 admissions?

Ans. Generally, there is no upper age limit, but candidates should check the official notification for updates on any minimum or maximum age requirements for 2026.

Q5: What documents are required during RGUKT CET 2026 counselling?

Ans. Selected candidates must present valid proof of 10th class qualification, age, study in AP/Telangana, and relevant reservation or special category certificates at the time of counselling.