AP ECET Registration 2026 is over now. The last date to register for AP ECET 2026 was extended till 12 March 2026 (without a late fee). Candidates who missed the deadline can fill the application form till 28th March, 2026 (with a penalty fee up to Rs 10,000).

  • The AP ECET Application form 2026 is available on the official website of APSCHE.
  • Penalty fee of Rs 1000, 2000, 4000, and 10,000 is applied along with registration fee after 12 March, 2026.
  • Students who will complete the AP ECET registration process before 28th March, 2026, will receive admit cards.
  • For corrections in the online submitted form, the application window will open on 29th March, 2026, for a limited time.
  • The AP ECET Hall Ticket will be available for download from 15 April 2026 onwards.
  • The date of AP ECET 2026 examination has been fixed earlier, and it is now scheduled on 23rd April, 2026.

Check the direct link for 2026 AP ECET registration and fill the application form today. Check the eligibility criteria and all necessary details for AP ECET registration 2026 mentioned below in the article.

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AP ECET Registration 2026

Key Summary

  • To register for the AP ECET 2026 exam, candidates must belong to the state of Andhra Pradesh only.
  • The AP ECET registration fee for 2026 varies between Rs 700 and Rs 800 across different categories.
  • The application form will be available till 28th March, 2026, with a penalty fee.
  • The AP ECET 2026 exam will be held in online mode on 23rd April, 2026.
  • The exam centers will be allocated on a first come first served basis.

What is AP ECET Registration 2026?

The online submission of the application form along with fee payment to appear for the Andhra Pradesh Engineering Common Entrance Test for Diploma Holders and BSc. Graduates are called AP ECET Registration 2026.

  • The AP ECET 2026 is a state-level exam conducted by the Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Anantapur, on behalf of APSCHE.
  • The AP ECET registration fee payment can only be made through online mode via AP Online Services or Payment Gateway through Credit/Debit Card/NetBanking.

AP ECET 2026 Highlights

Particulars Details
Conducting Body JNTU Anantapur on behalf of APSCHE
Exam Name AP ECET 2026
Purpose Lateral entry to 2nd year B.E./B.Tech/B.Pharmacy
Official Website https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/ECET/
Application Mode Online only
Exam Date April 23, 2026

AP ECET Registration 2026 Important Dates

Here are the dates mentioned for some important events of the AP ECET 2026 exam, including registration deadline with or without a late fine, exam date, etc.

Source: AP ECET Important Dates 2026

Events Date
Notification Release February 3-4, 2026
Commencement of Online Applications February 4, 2026
Last Date without Late Fee March 12, 2026 (Extended)
Last Date with Late Fee Rs. 1000 March 16, 2026
Last Date with Late Fee Rs. 2000 March 20, 2026
Last Date with Late Fee Rs. 4000 March 24, 2026
Last Date with Late Fee Rs. 10000 March 28, 2026
Application Window Opens March 29, 2026
Hall Ticket Download April 09, 2026
Exam Date April 23, 2026
Release of Preliminary Answer Key April 27, 2026

AP ECET Registration 2026 Eligibility Criteria

AP ECET Registration 2026 requires candidates to meet specific educational qualifications. Candidates are advised to ensure their documents match these requirements before applying.

  • Diploma holders in Engineering/Technology or Pharmacy, and B. Sc graduates with minimum marks.
  • An Andhra Pradesh domicile is generally needed, with relaxations for reserved categories.
Criterion Requirements
Educational Qualification Diploma in Engg./Tech./Pharmacy (or equivalent) OR 3-year B.Sc. with Mathematics
Minimum Marks 45% aggregate (40% for SC/ST/BC)
Domicile Andhra Pradesh (preferred for local status)
Appearing Candidates Final year diploma/B.Sc. students eligible if they complete before admission

AP ECET Registration 2026 Application Fee

The AP ECET Registration 2026 fee is paid online during the initial step. General category candidates pay a higher amount, while SC/ST and BC categories receive concessions. Late fees are added separately based on submission date. Payment is through net banking, credit, or debit card.

Category Application Fee (without late)
OC Rs. 800
BC Rs. 750
SC/ST Rs. 700
Payment Mode Online (Net banking/Card)

Source: AP ECET Registration Fee

How to fill the AP ECET Application Form 2026?

There are two phases in filling out the form. In the first phase, you need to register on the website to pay the application fee, and in the second phase, you need to fill out the application form. All candidates need to follow these simple steps to fill out the form for AP ECET:

AP ECET Registration: First Phase

  • Log on to the Official Website www.sche.ap.gov.in/ecet.
  • Click on the tab “Online Application.n”
  • Read the instructions carefully and make payment of the application fees.
  • The price of the AP ECET Application Form 2026 can be paid offline through AP payment services.
  • Candidates should visit the nearest AP payment center and make the payment by providing all the necessary details, and they will receive a receipt of the fee with the registration number.
  • Another option is to pay online through Payment Gateway (Credit Card/Debit Card/ Net banking).

Check: AP ECET 2026 Exam Pattern

AP ECET Registration: Second Phase

After successful completion of payment, whether offline or online, you will receive your payment reference ID and registration number/hall ticket number.Log inn to the official website

  • Using your registration number, fill in the AP ECET 2026 application form, filling in all the necessary details.
  • Click on submit
  • Once submitted, print the application form

Details in AP ECET 2026 Application Form

The details required to be filled in the AP ECET 2026 Application Form are given in the table below:

Details Required Fill in or choose the correct option
Personal Details Candidate’s Name, Date of Birth as per SSC records
Correspondence Mobile Phone, Email ID
Qualifying Examination Diploma or degree holder
Course applied for B Tech/B Pharm
Certificates All qualifying examinations’ certificates or mark sheets
Domicile proof Places of study from 6th class onwards, Ration card of the family
Hall Ticket Number Given at the time of registration
Caste category Mee Seva Certificate number
Income certificate Mee Seva Certificate number
Passport photograph Good quality passport-size photograph (50 kb size in jpg format)
Signature Scanned image of a signature affixed with a black pen on white paper (30 kb size in jpg format)
Identity proof Aadhar card of the candidate

AP ECET 2026 Application Form Correction

Any information submitted incorrectly while filling out the AP ECET 2026 Application form can be rectified. The corrections of application forms come under 2 categories:

Category 1: These mistakes cannot be changed online but can be requested via email.

  • You can send a request for corrections regarding the AP ECET Application form to the Convener, AP ECET, at the given email address: apecetonline@gmail.com.
  • All valid scanned documents must also be sent along with the request via email.
  • Clearly mention the Payment ID, Qualifying Exam Hall Ticket Number, Mobile Number, Date of Birth, and SSC HT Number while requesting corrections.

The mistakes that cannot be changed by a candidate, on his own, are the following:

ISSUE/CORRECTION SCANNED DOCUMENTS TO BE SENT
AP ECET 2026 Branch change Qualifying Examination Hall Ticket (Diploma/Degree)
Name of the Candidate Father’s Name Date of Birth (as per SSC or Equivalent) SSC Mark Memo
Signature Scanned Signature
Photograph Correct Photograph
Qualifying Hall Ticket Number (Diploma/Degree) Scanned Copy of Qualifying Examination Hall Ticket (Diploma/Degree)

Category 2: The following items can be changed by the candidate on their own during the stipulated time period:

Qualifying Examination Study details
Local Area Status Birth State, Birth District
Qualifying Exam Year of Appearing / Passing Mother’s name
Non-Minority/ Minority Gender
Medium of Instruction Community
Annual Income of the Parents Address for Correspondence
Place of Study Mobile Number
E-mail id Special Category
Aadhaar Card details

FAQs

Ques: What are the required documents for AP ECET 2026 registration?

Ans: Documents required for AP ECET Registration 2026 are as follows:

  • Fee Payment Receipt
  • Class 10th and Intermediate Hall Ticket Number
  • Local Status
  • Income Certificate (for income below 20,000)
  • Category/ Caste Certificate
  • Aadhaar Card/ Number or Ration Card
  • Scanned Image of Passport-Size Photo
  • Scanned Image of Signature

Ques: What is the last date to register for AP ECET 2026?

Ans: The last date to register for AP ECET 2026 has now ended. Students who missed the registration can fill the application form till 28th March along with an additional late fine of Rs, 10,000.

Ques: What is the AP ECET Registration fee for 2026?

Ans: The registration fee for AP ECET has been revised by the APSCHE for 2026. The fees vary across different categories.

Category Application Fee (without late)
OC Rs. 800
BC Rs. 750
SC/ST Rs. 700