APRCET 2023 Exam: Admit Card (Released), Exam Date (May 02 - 05), Exam Pattern, Syllabus & Updates

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AP RCET 2023 Exam

AP RCET exam 2023-24 is schduled to be conducted from May 02 to 05, 2024. Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati will conduct the APRCET 2023 exam. The exam will be held in two sessions. The morning session of APRCET 2023-24 will commence at 09.00 am and conclude at 11.00 am. The second session begins at 02:30 pm and ends at 04:30 pm. The exam is conducted for 69 subjects in three days. 

AP RCET 2023 hall ticket has been released. Candidates who have successfully submitted their AP RCET 2023 -24 application form can download their AP RCET 2023 hall ticket. The direct link to download the AP CET 2023 hall ticket is provided below:

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AP RCET 2023-24 Mock Test

The AP RCET 2023 exam is administered by Sri Venkateswara University (SVU), Tirupati, on behalf of the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE). The AP RCET exam is held annually for admission to M.Phil and Ph.D. programmes at 14 universities in Andhra Pradesh. Aspirants who want to enrol in the aforementioned programmes can apply for the AP RCET 2023 exam online. Candidates who would like to appear for the AP RCET 2023 exam, start their preparation by going through the AP RCET 2023 syllabus. Candidates can find everything about the AP RCET 2023 exam on this page!

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AP RCET 2023 Exam Important Dates

Following table shows the AP RCET 2023 important dates:

Events

Important Dates

Submission of Online AP RCET 2023 applications

February 20, 2024 to March 19, 2024

Submission of Online AP RCET 2023 applications (Rs. 2,000 + Registration fee)

April 03, 2024 (New Date)

March 20, 2024 to March 29, 2024 (Old Date)

Submission of Online AP RCET 2023 applications (Rs. 5,000 + Registration fee)

March 30, 2024 to April 06, 2024

AP RCET 2023 Application Correction

April 04, 2024 to April 07, 2024

AP RCET 2023 Admit Card

April 10, 2024 
AP RCET 2023 Exam

May 02 - May 05, 2024

AP RCET 2023 Answer Key

May 08, 2024

Objections in AP RCET 2023 Answer Key

May 10, 2024
AP RCET 2023 Result

To be Notified

AP RCET 2023 Interview Dates 

To be Notified
Web-Based AP RCET 2023 Exam Counselling

To be Notified

AP RCET 2023 Seat Allotment 

To be Notified

Reporting to the Respective Universities 

To be Notified

AP RCET 2023 Exam Highlights

Candidates can check the AP RCET 2023 exam highlights in the following table:

Exam Name

Andhra Pradesh Research Common Entrance Test (AP RCET 2023 Exam)

Conducting Body

Andhra University, Visakhapatnam

Exam Level

State-level Exam

Purpose of the Exam

M.Phil & PhD

AP RCET 2023 Exam Dates

May 02 - May 05, 2024

Registration Mode

Online

Exam Mode

Offline

Question Type

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Total Questions

180 questions

Total Marks

180 marks

Exam Duration

3 Hours

Medium of the Instructions

English

Exam Sections

Part A & Part B

Marking Scheme

+1 for every correct answer

-1/6 for every incorrect answer

APRCET 2023 Exam Schedule and Timing

Candidates can check the complete APRCET 2023 exam schedule and timing in the table provided below:

DatesSession - I  (09.00 am to 11.00 am)Session - II  (02.30 pm to 04.30 pm)
May 2, 2024
  • 04-Buddhist Studies
  • 13-International and Area Studies
  • 16-Library and Information Science
  • 21-Philosophy
  • 22-Physical Education
  • 26-PublicAdministration
  • 38-Botany
  • 39-Chemical Sciences
  • 40-Computer Science and Applications
  • 58-Mechanical Engineering
  • 63-Comparative Dravidian Literature
  • 07-Education
  • 10-Folklore
  • 14-Journalism and Mass Communication
  • 20-Performing Arts
  • 32-Sociology
  • 41-Electronics and Instrumentation
  • 44-Geology
  • 45-Home Science
  • 64-Tulu
May 3, 2024
  • 05-Commerce
  • 08-English
  • 30-Sanskrit
  • 34-Tourism Management
  • 43-Geography
  • 46-Material Science and Nanotechnology
  • 50-Statistics
  • 52-Civil Engineering
  • 57-Food Technology
  • 62-Biotechnology
  • 09-Fine Arts
  • 11-Hindi
  • 12-History
  • 17-Linguistics
  • 25-Psychology
  • 36-Applied Life Sciences
  • 48-Physics
  • 59-Metallurgical Engineering
  • 65-Mahatma Jyothirao Phule Centre
  • 67-Geo-Engineering
May 4, 2024
  • 01-Adult Education
  • 02-Anthropology
  • 18-Management
  • 27-Dr.B.R. Ambedkar Chair
  • 29-Rural Development
  • 42-Environmental Science
  • 47-Mathematics
  • 53-Chemical Engineering
  • 56-Electronics and Communication Engineering
  • 06-Economics
  • 15-Law
  • 19-Music
  • 23-Political Science
  • 49-Sericulture
  • 51-Zoology
  • 54-Computer Science and Engineering
  • 69-Babu Jagjivan Ram Chair
May 5, 2024
  • 31-Social Work
  • 33-Telugu
  • 35-Women's Studies
  • 37-Biochemistry
  • 55-Electrical and Electronics
  • Engineering
  • 60-Marine Engineering
  • 61-Pharmacy
  • 66-Urdu
  • 68-Meteorology & Physical Oceanography

AP RCET 2023 Admission Process

The AP RCET 2023 exam for various courses have different stages for the AP RCET 2023 admission process. Once students fill out the AP RCET 2023 application form successfully, they will be required to wait for the admit card in order to appear for the AP RCET 2023 exam. 

Candidates will be given the admit card before the AP RCET 2023 exam. Once the exam is conducted, the AP RCET 2023 result will be announced on the official website. The University Department will call the candidate who will clear the entrance exam for an interview and counselling process. The short steps for the AP RCET selection process 2023 are mentioned below:

  • Online registration of the AP RCET 2023 exam
  • Fill AP RCET 2023 application form
  • Release of AP RCET 2023 admit card
  • Appear in the AP RCET 2023 exam
  • Announcement of the AP RCET 2023 results
  • Appear in the AP RCET 2023 exam counselling and submit the counselling fee
  • Clear Oral Interview
  • Get admission into the course 

AP RCET 2023 Syllabus

Students who are appearing for the AP RCET 2023 exam should know the AP RCET 2023 syllabus. The AP RCET 2023 exam syllabus is divided into 2 parts named Part A and Part B. 

Part A: AP RCET exam part A section comprises teaching and research aptitude for 90 marks.

Part B: AP RCET 2023 exam part B section consists of a subject-specific syllabus with 90 marks weightage.

AP RCET 2023 Syllabus: Part A 

The detailed syllabus of AP RCET 2023 exam part A is given below in the table.

Topic

Content

Teaching Aptitude

  • Teaching Support System
  • Learner’s Characteristics
  • Factors Affecting Teaching
  • Methods of Teaching in Institutions of Higher Learning
  • Evaluation Systems

Research Aptitude

  • Methods of Research
  • Research
  • Steps of Research
  • Application of ICT in Research
  • Thesis and Article Writing
  • Research Ethics

Comprehension & Communication

  • Communication
  • Barriers to Effective Communication
  • Effective Communication
  • Mass-Media and Society

Mathematical Reasoning and Aptitude

  • Number Series, Letter Series, Codes, and Relationships
  • Types of Reasoning
  • Mathematical Aptitude

Logical Reasoning

  • Understanding the Structure of Arguments
  • Venn Diagram
  • Evaluating and Distinguishing Deductive and Inductive Reasoning.
  • Indian Logic
  • Analogies
  • Pramanas
  • Structure and Kinds of Anumana

Data Interpretation

  • Sources, Acquisition, and Classification of Data.
  • Data Interpretation
  • Data and Governance
  • Graphical Representation
  • Quantitative and Qualitative Data.

Information and Communication Technology

  • ICT: General Abbreviations and Terminology
  • Digital Initiatives in Higher Education
  • Basics of the Internet, E-mail, Audio, and Video-Conferencing
  • ICT and Governance

People, Development and Environment

  • Development and Environment
  • Environmental Issues
  • Human and Environment Interaction
  • Impacts of Pollutants on Human Health
  • Natural Hazards and Disasters
  • Natural and Energy Resources

Higher Education System

  • Institutions of Higher Learning and Education in Ancient India
  • Value Education and Environmental Education
  • Professional, Technical and Skill-Based Education
  • Policies, Governance, and Administration
  • Evolution of Higher Learning and Research in Post-Independence India
  • Oriental, Conventional and Non-conventional Learning Programs in India

AP RCET 2023 Syllabus: Part B

The part B syllabus of the AP RCET 2023 exam includes Arts, Architecture, Engineering, Pharmacy, Science, and other subjects. The detailed syllabus of AP RCET 2023 part B is given below in the table. 

Course

Syllabus

Adult Education 

  • Non-formal Approaches to Education
  • Continuing Education
  • Programs on Social Issues
  • Concepts and Terminologies
  • Planning and Management
  • Population Education
  • Communication Technologies

Anthropology

  • Evolution, Social Structure and Organisation
  • Fossils
  • Chronology
  • Evolution
  • Human Genetics
  • Typo - Technology and Palaeolithic Cultural Features
  • Economic and Political Organisation: Religion and Magic
  • Holocene Culture
  • Indian Anthropology: Basic Concepts and Issues

Archaeology

  • Hunting – Gathering Stage
  • Geological Biological and Cultural Dimension of Man
  • The architecture of Structural Stupas
  • Chronology and Dating

Commerce

  • Business Economics
  • International Business
  • Business Environment
  • Financial & Management Accounting
  • Banking and Financial Institution
  • Business Statistics & Data Processing
  • Marketing Management & Business Management
  • Financial Management

Economics

  • Micro-Economic Analysis
  • Development and Planning
  • Macro-Economic Analysis
  • Public Finance
  • Indian Economy
  • International Economics
  • Statistical Methods

Education

  • Philosophical Foundation of Education
  • Psychological Foundations of Education
  • Sociological Foundations of Education
  • The Methodology of Educational Research

Folk Literature

  • General Folklore
  • Folklore Research in Various States of India
  • Folk Literature
  • Tradition and Innovation in Folklore

History

  • Concept, Ideas and Terms
  • Mediaeval Indian History
  • Ancient Indian History
  • Modern Indian History

Law

  • Constitutional Law of India
  • Public International Law
  • Legal Theory
  • Family Law
  • Law of Crimes: General Principles
  • Law of Contracts: General Principles
  • Labour Law

Linguistics

  • Language and Linguistics
  • Phonetics, Phonology and Morphology
  • Historical Linguistics and South Asian Language Families
  • Syntax and Semantics
  • Socio-linguistics and Applied Linguistics

Music

  • Applied Theory
  • Historical Perspective of Music
  • Gharanas and Gayaki
  • Compositional Forms and their Evolution
  • Contribution of Scholars to Indian Music and their textual Tradition
  • Aesthetics
  • Folk Music
  • Instruments/ Dance
  • Music Teaching and Research Technologies

Philosophy

  • Classical Indian Philosophy
  • Classical Western Philosophy
  • Modern Indian Thinkers
  • Modern Western Philosophy

Political Science

  • Political Theory and Thought
  • Indian Government and Politics
  • Comparative Politics and Political Analysis
  • Public Administration
  • International Relations

Population Studies

  • Source of Population Data
  • Population Composition and Change
  • Methods of Demographic/ Population Analysis
  • Nuptiality and Fertility
  • Mortality, Morbidity and Health
  • Population Theories
  • Migration and Urbanization
  • Population, Development and Environment
  • Population Policies and Programs
  • Population and Gender

AP RCET 2023 Exam Pattern

Knowing the AP RCET 2023 exam pattern is important for students and knowing the AP RCET 2023 exam pattern can help in the exam. Students can check the table below to understand the AP RCET 2023 exam pattern. 

Exam Mode

Offline Paper and Pen-based Tests (PBT)

Exam Language 

English

Question Type

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)

Question Paper Part

Part A (teaching and research aptitude)

Part B (Subject specific)

Question Paper Marks

Total 180 marks (Part A 90 marks and Part B 90 marks) 

Exam Duration 

180 minutes

Marking System 

One mark for every correct answer

Negative Marking

1/6 mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer

AP RCET 2023 Exam Centers

While filling the AP RCET 2023 exam form, students can choose the exam centres depending on their choice and city. The AP RCET 2023 exam will be conducted in 13 centres across the state of Andhra Pradesh and one centre in Hyderabad.  

Srikakulam  VijayawadaKadapa
Vizianagaram  GunturKurnool
Kakinada  NelloreHyderabad
Visakhapatnam  OngoleAnantapuram
BhimavaramTirupati

AP RCET 2023 Admit Card

Candidates who successfully fill out the AP RCET 2023 exam will be given the AP RCET admit card 2023. The Andhra University will issue the AP RCET admit card 2023 online mode on the official website. Candidates will be able to download the AP RCET 2023 admit card from the official website. All candidates must have the AP RCET 2023 admit card at the time of exam with a valid ID proof. Candidates who don't have their admit card at the time of exam won't be allowed to enter the exam centre.

AP RCET 2023 Answer key

The officials will release the APRCET 2023 answer key after the AP RCET 2023 exam. The officials will announce the preliminary AP RCET 2023 answer key before the final answer key on the official website. Candidates will be able to raise an objection to the answer key after releasing the AP RCET 2023 exam preliminary answer key. 

AP RCET 2023 Result

Once all the students submit the AP RCET 2023 exam objections, then the officials will announce the AP RCET result 2023. The AP RCET result 2023 will be announced on its official website. Students will be able to download the APRCET exam results. Candidates will require the AP RCET 2023 hall ticket number, registration number, and mobile number to check and download the result. 

Courses Offered by AP RCET 2023

AP RCET 2023 exam is a state-level exam for students who have already completed their post-graduation. By appearing and clearing the AP RCET exam 2023, candidates can take admission to MPhil and PhD courses offered at 14 different universities in Andhra Pradesh. Students can check for "AP RCET 2023 study plan."

AP RCET 2023 Conducting Body

Andhra University (AU), Visakhapatnam is responsible for conducting AP RCET 2023 exam on the behalf of Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE). The college is known for offering high-quality education in numerous courses offered in multiple streams including Science, Arts, Management and Engineering etc.

Important Dates

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FAQs about AP RCET

What is the exam date of AP RCET 2023-24?

AP RCET 2023-24 exam date is from May 02 to May 05, 2024.

What is the AP RCET 2023 exam?

The AP RCET is a state-level exam conducted by Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati for the academic year 2023-24. The exam is for students who want to pursue a higher post-graduation degree such as Phil and PhD in Andhra Pradesh universities. 

What is the mode of the AP RCET 2023 exam?

The AP RCET 2023 exam is conducted in offline mode, which is a paper pen test. 
 

How do I apply for APRCET?

AP RCET 2023 Application Form has been released. You can go to the official website of AP RCET 2023 or click on the direct link given on this page to apply for the exam. Follow the instructions, and submit documents and application fee to apply for the AP RCET exam. 
 

Is APRCET conducted every year?

The AP RCET entrance exam is conducted once a year. 

 

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