AP ICET 2023 Cutoff - Check Category-wise (General, OBC, SC, ST) Qualifying Cutoff Score

AP ICET Cutoff 2023

The  AP ICET 2023 cutoff marks were released in June 2023 on the official website cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. To qualify, a candidate has to secure at least 25 percent of the total score, which means at least 50 out of 200. There are no minimum qualifying marks for SC/ST candidates. The final rank is assigned through merit based on marks obtained in AP ICET 2023. The AP ICET 2023 exam was held on May 24, 2023, and the results were declared on June 15, 2023. If you had taken AP ICET 2023, knowing the cutoff becomes very important for admissions to MBA and MCA programs in Andhra Pradesh. The Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test (AP ICET-2023) is conducted by Sri Krishnadevaraya University on behalf of A.P. State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) for admissions into various university-affiliated colleges across Andhra Pradesh. This article provides a complete breakdown of the AP ICET 2023 cutoff for each reservation category, parameters affecting them, and the weight each parameter holds in determining your admission chances.

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AP ICET Cutoff 2023 Important Dates

The AP ICET 2023 cutoff is essential to determine the eligibility to pursue MBA and MCA courses in Andhra Pradesh. Candidates who have appeared for the exam must keep themselves informed of the cutoff announcement dates. Candidates can easily refer to the timetable given below regarding all the cutoff-related events of AP ICET 2023.

AP ICET 2023 Marks vs Rank vs College

The cutoff of AP ICET 2023 determines the rank that candidates must achieve to secure admission into different colleges across Andhra Pradesh. The cutoffs are classified based on a graduate's score, rank, and classification of the college. A candidate scoring higher ranks will belong to Category A colleges, while those scoring lower will belong to Category B, C, or D colleges. The below table shows the marks and their rank along with each category of the college.

AP ICET Cutoff 2023 College Wise

The AP ICET 2023 college-wise cutoff gives the candidates an insight into which colleges are within their reach based on their respective ranks and scores. The cutoffs divide the colleges into four groups: Category A, Category B, Category C, and Category D. Category A comprises the colleges with the highest cutoffs as they are said to be more selective, while Category D institutions typically have lower cutoffs. The following table has provided a detailed explanation of AP ICET 2023 cutoff for different colleges.

AP ICET 2023 Cutoff Rank for SC and ST

AP ICET 2023 cutoff ranks vary according to college affiliation and course, as well as the category of candidate. While there are no set cutoff marks for reserved categories, the table below presents the detailed distribution of AP ICET 2023 cutoff ranks based on trends in the previous year for SC and ST candidates among various institutions.

AP ICET 2023 Cutoff Rank for Other Categories

AP ICET 2023 cutoff ranks are determined by factors such as preference for courses, and reserved category policies. Lower cutoffs at Adikavi Nannaya University and Andhra Loyola College demonstrate higher competition, while some have, relatively speaking, higher cutoffs. The following table details AP ICET 2023 cutoff ranks for other category candidates, both male and female, across various institutions.

AP ICET 2023 Cutoff Rank for EWS

AP ICET 2023 cut-off ranks for EWS candidates differ depending on the college, its location, and the university they are affiliated with. Institutes like Adikavi Nannaya University (AKNU) and Acharya Nagarjuna University (ANU) have lower cut-off ranks, meaning highly competitive, while others have higher cut-offs. The table below details the EWS category cutoff ranks (male and female) for MBA and MCA programs across different colleges in Andhra Pradesh.

Factors Determining AP ICET Cutoff 2023

The placement criteria of the different levels are determined based on various factors, such as:

• The total number of candidates appearing for the examination.
• Number of seats available in the institutions participating in the examination.
• Reservation policies that apply to the various categories.
• Cut-off trends and patterns in previous years.
• The relative difficulty of the examination as compared with previous years.
• Evaluation scheme and scoring scheme of the AP ICET.
• Performance of the candidates in the examination.

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AP ICET 2023 Merit List & Counselling Process

APSCHE prepares AP ICET 2023 merit list, which consists of the rank and marks of various candidates who appeared in the exam. Every candidate will be mentioned in the merit list regardless of their scores. Qualifying candidates will be entitled to attend the counselling. The merit list also plays a very pertinent role in determining the cutoff. If a tie arises, then the candidate's score in Section A is considered first, followed by their score in Section B. If the tie persists, the older candidate will be given preference. Candidates, by being aware of this tie-breaking rule, can determine their rank position themselves.

The counselling process of AP ICET 2023 consists of document verification, choice filling, seat allotment, fee payment, and reporting to the allotted college for admission into the MBA/MCA programs. The seat allotment is based on merit or a combination of merit and preferences. Candidates have to visit the AP ICET website for online registration (icet-sche.aptonline.in) to pay the processing fee of INR 1200 for General/OBC, INR 600 for SC/ST, and Online document verification will be conducted. Thus, the registration number, user id, and password will be sent for web counseling. The allotment of seats will be sent via SMS or email, and the candidates must report to their college with verification documents before the allotted time for a seat confirmation.