The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has extended the AP EAMCET 2026 registration deadline, giving candidates additional time to apply for admission to Engineering, Agriculture, and Pharmacy programmes. Eligible applicants can now complete the AP EAPCET 2026 registration process without a late fee until March 17, 2026, through the official website cets.apsche.ap.gov.in.
The Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU) Kakinada will conduct the computer-based AP EAMCET 2026 exam between May 12 and May 20, 2026.
AP EAMCET 2026 Exam Dates
- Engineering Stream: May 12 to 15 & May 18, 2026
- Agriculture & Pharmacy Streams: May 19 & 20, 2026
- Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Shifts:
- Morning: 9 AM – 12 Noon
- Afternoon: 2 PM – 5 PM
AP EAMCET 2026 Application Fee
To complete registration, candidates must pay the following application fee:
- General Category: ₹800
- BC Category: ₹750
- SC/ST Category: ₹700
Candidates missing the March 17 deadline can still apply by paying a late fee, as per the schedule below.
AP EAMCET 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Application Start Date | February 4, 2026 |
| Last Date Without Late Fee | March 17, 2026 |
| With ₹1,000 Late Fee | March 21, 2026 |
| With ₹2,000 Late Fee | March 25, 2026 |
| With ₹4,000 Late Fee | March 30, 2026 |
| With ₹10,000 Late Fee | April 3, 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | April 4–6, 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | April 28, 2026 |
| Engineering Exam Dates | May 12–15 & 18, 2026 |
| Agriculture & Pharmacy Exams | May 19–20, 2026 |
| Preliminary Answer Key | May 23, 2026 |
| Objection Submission Last Date | May 25, 2026 |
| Result Declaration | June 1, 2026 |
Candidates must pay ₹300 per objection raised against the preliminary answer key. The fee will be refunded if the objection is found valid.
AP EAMCET 2026 Exam Pattern
The AP EAMCET 2026 question paper will consist of 160 multiple-choice questions, each carrying 1 mark. There will be no negative marking, which benefits candidates attempting all questions.
Agriculture & Pharmacy Stream Pattern
- Biology (Botany & Zoology): 80 Questions
- Physics: 40 Questions
- Chemistry: 40 Questions
Language Medium
- The exam will be conducted in English and Telugu.
- Urdu translation will be available only at the Kurnool test centre.
Quick Reference Summary
| Particulars | Details |
| Conducting Body | APSCHE |
| Exam Name | AP EAMCET / AP EAPCET 2026 |
| Mode | Computer-Based Test |
| Total Questions | 160 MCQs |
| Negative Marking | No |
| Official Website | cets.apsche.ap.gov.in |
| Result Date | June 1, 2026 |
Why AP EAMCET 2026 is Important
AP EAMCET (also known as AP EAPCET) is the primary entrance examination for admission to BTech, Agriculture, and BPharm programmes across Andhra Pradesh. Lakhs of students compete annually for seats in top government and private colleges affiliated with APSCHE.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
| What is the last date to apply for AP EAMCET 2026 without late fee? |
| March 17, 2026. |
| When will the AP EAMCET 2026 exam be conducted? |
| From May 12 to May 20, 2026. |
| What is the application fee for General category candidates? |
| ₹800. |
| Is there negative marking in AP EAMCET 2026? |
| No, there is no negative marking. |
| When will the AP EAMCET 2026 admit card be released? |
| April 28, 2026. |
| What is the result date for AP EAMCET 2026? |
| June 1, 2026. |
| How many questions are there in AP EAMCET 2026? |
| 160 multiple-choice questions. |
| Where can I apply for AP EAMCET 2026? |
| On the official website cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. |
The extension of the AP EAMCET 2026 registration deadline till March 17 provides aspiring engineering, agriculture, and pharmacy students valuable additional time to apply. Candidates are encouraged to complete their applications promptly to avoid late fees. For official notifications, admit cards, and results, regularly visit cets.apsche.ap.gov.in and bookmark this page for timely updates, for more details and apply CLICK HERE
