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AP ECET 2026 Notification Exam Date, Apply Online, Eligibility, Syllabus & Results

Posted On: 26/04/2026      Updated On: 26/04/2026

 Andhra Pradesh Engineering Common Entrance Test (AP ECET) 2026

The Andhra Pradesh Engineering Common Entrance Test (AP ECET) 2026 is an important exam for students aiming for lateral entry into the second year of B.E., B.Tech, and B.Pharmacy in Andhra Pradesh. Organized annually by Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Kakinada (JNTUK) for the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE), it offers diploma holders and B.Sc. graduates a chance to advance their education. Detailed information about the AP ECET 2026 notification, including exam dates, application processes, eligibility, and syllabus, can be found at vidyavision.com.

AP ECET 2026  News of Important Dates

Staying updated with the AP ECET schedule is essential to avoid missing deadlines. The tentative dates for the 2026 examination cycle are provided.

 

S.No

 

Activity

Date and Day

1.    

Date of Notification in the News Papers

 

03.02.2026

2.    

Commencement of submission of online Applications

 

04.02.2026

3.    

Last date for submission of online Applications without late fee

 

12.03.2026

4.    

Last date for submission of online Applications with late fee (Rs.1000/-)

 

16.03.2026

5.    

Last date for submission of online Applications with late fee (Rs.2000/-)

 

20.03.2026

6.    

Last date for submission of online Applications with late fee (Rs.4000/-)

24.03.2026

7.    

Last date for submission of online Applications with late fee (Rs.10000/-)

 

28.03.2026 (Wednesday)

 

8.    

Correction of online application data already submitted by the candidate

 

29.03.2026

9.    

Downloading of Hall Tickets from website

 

09.04.2026

10. 

Date of Examination

 

23.04.2026

11. 

Release of Preliminary Key

 

27.04.2026

12. 

Last date for receiving Objections on Preliminary Key

 

29.04.2026

13. 

Result Release

 

07.05.2026

14. 

Counselling begins

 

1st week of June 2026

AP ECET 2026 News of Application Form

The AP ECET 2026 application form will be available online, and candidates must fill it out accurately to ensure exam eligibility.

 

  • Visit the official portal vidyavision.com.
  • Click on the AP ECET 2026 Application Form.
  • Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
  • Accurately fill in personal, educational, and contact details.
  • Upload scanned copies of the photograph, signature, and required certificates.
  • Pay the application fee online via credit/debit card or net banking.
  • Submit the form and print a copy for future reference.

Application Fee

Category

 

Fee (Approx)

General / OBC

 

Rs. 500/-

SC / ST / PwD

 

Rs. 250/-

AP ECET 2026 Participation Statistics: 2025 vs. 2026

The number of applicants for AP ECET has remained relatively stable over the last few years, with a slight upward trend in 2026 due to the increasing popularity of lateral entry in Computer Science and AI-related branches.

Category

 

2025 Statistics (Final)

2026 Projections (Based on Registration)

Total Registered

 

34,500

36,000+

Total Appeared

 

32,318

Pending (Est. 33,500)

Total Qualified

29,904

 

Pending

Qualifying %

 

92.5%

Expected to remain >90%

Gender-Wise Breakdown

The AP ECET traditionally sees a higher number of male participants, primarily because a large majority of Diploma students in core engineering branches (Mechanical, Civil, EEE) are male. However, female participation is steadily rising, particularly in Electronics (ECE), Computer Science (CSE), and Pharmacy.

2025 Gender Data (Qualified Candidates):

  • Male: 23,431
  • Female: 6,473

2026 Trend Analysis:

Early registration data for 2026 suggests a 7% to 10% increase in female applicants compared to last year. This is largely driven by the expansion of seats in "new-age" IT branches where the gender gap is narrower than in traditional manufacturing or construction branches.

Stream-Wise Participation Trends

While the exact 2026 numbers by branch will be released post-exam, the current application trends show the following distribution:

  1. Engineering (Diploma Holders): 85% of total participants.
    • Top Branches: CSE, ECE, and Mechanical Engineering continue to have the highest volumes.
  2. Pharmacy (Diploma Holders): 10% of total participants.
    • This stream has a significantly higher female-to-male ratio compared to the engineering stream.
  3. B.Sc. (Mathematics) Graduates: 5% of total participants.
    • This remains a smaller niche, as most B.Sc. graduates opt for regular PG courses, but those seeking lateral entry into B.Tech are increasing.

 
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