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AP ECET 2026 Exam Details: Date, Pattern, Merit List, Old Question Pages, and Answer Keys

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Last Updated on 12th December 2024

Andhra Pradesh Engineering Common Entrance Test

AP ECET Exam Details Overview

The AP ECET 2026 is a state level entrance exam for diploma holders and BSc (Mathematics) graduates seeking lateral entry into engineering, pharmacy, and BSc programs in Andhra Pradesh. It is conducted once a year in online mode. The exam is organized by Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU) on behalf of the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE).

Candidates preparing for AP ECET 2026 can refer to the table below for the quick highlights of the upcoming examination details.

Particulars

Details

Exam Name

Andhra Pradesh Engineering Common Entrance Test (AP ECET) 2026

Exam Level

State Level

Conducting Authority

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU) on behalf of APSCHE

Admissions For

Lateral entry into BE/BTech/BSc/BPharma courses

Frequency

Once a Year

Mode of Exam

Online (Computer-Based Test)

Duration

3 Hours

Question Type

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Total Questions

200

Marking Scheme

+1 for each correct answer, no negative marking

Medium of Exam

English

Andhra Pradesh Engineering Common Entrance Test

AP ECET 2026 Exam Pattern

The AP ECET 2026 exam pattern consists of 200 multiple-choice questions, each carrying one mark. The exam is conducted in an online mode. The duration is 3 hours. There is no negative marking. The subjects and marks distribution vary as per the candidate’s qualification.

Here are the detailed particulars of the AP ECET 2026 exam structure.

Particulars

Details

Exam Mode

Online (Computer-Based Test)

Duration

3 Hours

Question Type

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Total Questions

200

Total Marks

200

Marking Scheme

1 mark for each correct answer, no negative marking

Medium of Exam

English

Sections for Diploma Holders (Engineering)

  • Mathematics - 50 marks
  • Physics - 25 marks
  • Chemistry - 25 marks
  • Engineering Paper (as per chosen branch) - 100 marks

Sections for Diploma Holders (Pharmacy)

  • Pharmaceutics - 50 marks
  • Pharmaceutical Chemistry - 50 marks
  • Pharmacognosy - 50 marks
  • Pharmacology - 50 marks

Sections for BSc (Mathematics) Graduates

  • Mathematics - 100 marks
  • Analytical Ability - 50 marks
  • Communicative English - 50 marks

Andhra Pradesh Engineering Common Entrance Test

AP ECET Previous Year Question Papers

The AP ECET previous question papers are essential for understanding the exam pattern, types of questions, and subject-wise weightage. Along with the official website, there are several recognized online resources where students can get AP ECET previous years' question papers with answer keys.

The following table provides PDFs for stream-wise AP ECET 2024 question papers.

Paper/Subject

Question Paper

AP ECET 2024 Pharmacy Question Paper

Download

AP ECET 2024 BSc Mathematics Question Paper

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AP ECET 2024 Agricultural Engineering Question Paper

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AP ECET 2024 Biotechnology Question Paper

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AP ECET 2024 Ceramic Technology Question Paper

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AP ECET 2024 Chemical Engineering Question Paper

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AP ECET 2024 Civil Engineering Question Paper

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AP ECET 2024 Computer Science and Engineering Question Paper

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AP ECET 2024 Electrical and Electronics Engineering Question Paper

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AP ECET 2024 Electronics & Communication Engineering Question Paper

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AP ECET 2024 Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering Question Paper

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AP ECET 2024 Mechanical Engineering Question Paper

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AP ECET 2024 Metallurgical Engineering Question Paper

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AP ECET 2024 Mining Engineering Question Paper

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Andhra Pradesh Engineering Common Entrance Test

AP ECET 2026 Answer Keys

The official answer keys for AP ECET 2026 will be released shortly after the examinations are conducted. Candidates can use these answer keys to cross-check their responses and estimate their scores before the actual results are announced. The answer keys will be available on the official website for download.

The table below provides important details regarding the release of the AP ECET 2026 answer keys.

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Details

AP ECET 2026 Answer Key Release Date

2nd Week of May 2026

AP ECET 2026 Answer Key Official Website

cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/ECET

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