When and where is the AP ICET notification released?
The AP ICET notification will tentatively be released in March 2026 by the exam conducting authorities. The complete schedule for AP ICET 2026, along with the exam dates and dates for other important events, will be released soon. Candidates are advised to check the official website for the complete schedule and to keep track of the latest updates on AP ICET.
When and who can download the AP ICET admit card?
AP ICET 2026 admit cards will be made available on the APSCHE website at least a week before the exam date. When the hall ticket is made available, only candidates who have registered for the Andhra Pradesh ICET exam will be able to download it. The steps listed below must be followed by candidates to download their hall tickets:
- Visit the official website of APSCHE
- Click on the download AP ICET Hall Ticket tab
- Enter the required login credentials including the Application Number and Date of Birth
- The AP ICET admit card will be displayed
- Download and take the printout of the admit card for future reference.
When will the AP ICET 2026 answer key be released?
The AP ICET 2026 answer key (provisional) will be made available most likely in the second week of May 2026. Candidates who will take the test will be able to download the Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 preliminary answer key. Candidates can estimate their likely score using the Andhra Pradesh ICET answer key before the results are announced. Candidates will be provided with the opportunity to raise objections if there are any discrepancies in the answers provided in the preliminary answer key. The final answer key will then be posted online per any objections that are received and found valid.
For how long is the AP ICET score valid?
Similar to most other MBA entrance exams in India, the AP ICET scorecard is only valid for one year. This means, that the AP ICET scores can only be used for MBA admissions to management colleges and institutes across the state of Andhra Pradesh for only the academic year in which a candidate has appeared for the AP ICET exam. For the 2026 session of the PGDM or MBA course, for instance, the score from the AP ICET 2026 exam will be accepted.
When will the AP ICET 2026 results be declared?
The AP ICET 2026 results will be declared most likely in June 2026. Exam participants will be able to view their results at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. The APICET scorecard will include information about the candidate, the exam, section-by-section scores, overall scores, and rank attained. During the counselling process, which will follow the AP ICET result announcement, candidates will be assigned the institute for admission to the desired program based on the AP ICET rank obtained. Candidates will be able to participate in the Andhra Pradesh ICET counselling process in order of rank.
How many AP ICET exam cities are there in India?
The AP ICET exam will be conducted in 43 exam cities throughout the state of Andhra Pradesh. For the AP ICET, there are a total of 14 test districts. Every year, on average, over 40,000 people apply to take the exam. Once the AP ICET admit card is made available, candidates will be able to see the exam centre that was assigned based on their preferences. No requests for exam centre changes will be entertained once the exam site has been assigned. Candidates must complete the application form carefully, including their preferred exam centre choices.
What is the exam schedule for the AP ICET exam?
The Andhra Pradesh ICET exam is held over two days in two sessions each day. The first session takes place in the morning from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM, and the second takes place in the afternoon from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM. Exam dates for the Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 are yet to be released. When the Andhra Pradesh ICET admit card is released, candidates who have registered for the exam will be informed of the exam time. One hour before the scheduled exam time, candidates must report to the designated exam site. Once the admit card is issued, no requests to change the exam location, date, or time will be granted.
When does the AP ICET counselling process begin?
The registration for the AP ICET 2026 counselling is expected to begin on the official website in July 2026. The offiical counselling dates of AP ICET 2026 will be released soon.
Can I apply for AP ICET after the registration deadline?
Yes, candidates can still apply for the Andhra Pradesh ICET exam after the registration period has passed within a designated period set by the authorities and the candidates will be required to pay a late fee in addition to the application fee (based on the category). Candidates won't have another opportunity to apply for APICET 2026 after the application deadline with a late fee expires. The late fee can range between INR 1000 and INR 5000 depending on how late the candidate decides to register for the exam.
What is the exam frequency of AP ICET?
The AP ICET exam is conducted once a year by Sri Krishnadevaraya University, Ananthapuramu as a state-level examination on behalf of the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education for MBA admission into one of the 290 AP ICET participating colleges. The AP ICET exam is held over a period of two days and in multiple sessions to accommodate all the applicants. Over 40,000 candidates apply for the AP ICET exam every year.
What is AP ICET exam date 2026?
The AP ICET exam date 2026 will likely be in May 2026. The official announcement will be released by APSCHE (Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education).