AP PGECET Exam 2025: Exam Dates, Eligibility, Application Form, Exam Pattern, Admit Card, Syllabus, Result, Counselling

Latest Updates

• The AP PGECET counselling 2025 registration for GATE students is expected to begin in August 2025. 
• The AP PGECET 2025 seat allotment of GATE students is expected to begin in September 2025.
• The AP PGECET 2025 reporting to the college is expected to start in October 2025.

Overview

The AP PGECET 2025 (Andhra Pradesh Postgraduate Engineering Common Entrance Test) answer key has been released in online mode across Andhra Pradesh state. The registration for the counselling of the 2025 AP PGECET for GATE students is expected to be in August 2025. The AP PGECET 2025 seat allotment of GATE students is expected to begin in September 2025. The colleges accepting AP PGECET scores include JNTUK Kakinada, KL University Guntur, LBRCE Mylavaram, RGMCET Kurnool, Narasaraopeta Engineering College, and many others.

The AP PGECET 2025 exam was conducted for admission in post-graduate courses across Andhra Pradesh state. The AP PGECET 2025 counselling for phase 1 is expected to start in August 2025. Candidates are advised to check the latest updates regularly on the official website.

AP PGECET 2025: Quick Highlights

The AP PGECET 2025 entrance exam is conducted by the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education for admission in postgraduate programs like engineering, Pharmacy, and Technology courses in Andhra Pradesh colleges. Refer to the table below to check the details of AP PGECET 202 highlights.

What is the AP PGECET Exam?

The Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Engineering Common Entrance Test (AP PGECET) is a state-level entrance exam that is conducted by the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE). It facilitates admission in postgraduate programs in Engineering, Pharmacy, and technical courses across Andhra Pradesh state, conducted once a year. The AP PGECET syllabus includes Aerospace engineering, Bio Technology, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science & Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, and many others. The AP PGECET entrance exam includes 120 questions with a total of 120 marks, which have to be solved in 2 hours. The mode of the exam is a Computer-based test, and no negative marks are deducted for wrong answers, and a +1 mark is given for each correct answer.

AP PGECET 2025 Admit Card

The AP PGECET 2025 admit card is the most important document you must carry to the exam centre. The students are not allowed to enter the exam hall without the admit card. The candidate must download the admit card before going to the exam centre. Refer to the points below to know step-by-step how to download the admit card.

• The candidate must visit the official AP PGECET exam website.
• Log in by entering the user ID and password that you used during registration.
• Enter the registration number, date of birth, and paper for which you applied.
• The admit card will appear on the screen.
• Download the admit card and take at least two printouts.
• Make sure the print is clear and the photograph is visible.

The AP PGECET syllabus 2025 is the first step toward preparation. The AP PGECET syllabus is divided into Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science & Information Technology, and  Pharmacy. It does not have a fixed syllabus, but based on previous years, the major questions are mostly from these areas. Refer to the table below for all the details of the AP PGECET syllabus.

AP PGECET 2025 Eligibility Criteria

Students are required to fulfil the AP PGECET 2025 eligibility criteria to participate in the exam. Students must have a bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognised university. Refer to the table below to check the eligibility criteria for the AP PGECET exam.

AP PGECET 2025 Application Process

The AP PGECET 2025 application process will be online. The candidates who fulfil the eligibility requirements have to submit the application form along with the required documents. The process is completely online through the AP PGECET official website. Refer to the points below to know about the step-by-step application process of the AP PGECET exam.

• Visit the official AP PGECET exam website (cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/PGECET)  by clicking on the ‘Eligibility criteria and Fee payment’ link and fill in personal details, hall ticket number, date of birth, mobile number, email ID, category, sub caste, etc.
• Pay the fee as per category and check the payment status by clicking on ‘Know your payment status’.
• Proceed to fill the Application form by clicking on the “Application form” Button and fill in the details.
• Upload the required documents, including passport-sized photographs and signatures, in the specified format.
• Choose centre choices and lock or freeze the application form, and submit it by clicking on the “Confirm’ button for final submission.
• Review your application carefully and take a printout of the confirmation page and payment receipt.

AP PGECET 2025 Application Fees

The AP PGECET 2025 application fee will be paid through the online mode. The application fee after the payment is done is non-refundable in any case.

AP PGECET 2025 Exam Pattern

The AP PGECET 2025 exam pattern generally contains three sections, which are conducted online, that is Computer-based test. The exam consists of 120 questions, and the duration of the exam will be 2 hours. Each right answer carries 1 mark, and no negative mark deduction is applicable for a wrong answer. Refer to the table below to know the details of the AP PGECET 2025 exam pattern.

AP PGECET Previous Years’ Question Papers

The AP PGECET previous years' question papers help the students to prepare for the upcoming AP PGECET exam. The previous year's question helps in the analysis of the questions and the topics to be focused on. Students get an idea of the exam pattern, which helps them in the exam for their future. Here are the links to the AP PGECET previous year question papers.

AP PGECET 2025 Preparation Tips

The AP PGECET exam 2025 offers admission in programs like engineering, Pharmacy, and technical courses across Andhra Pradesh state. The scores in the AP PGECET exam are considered for admission to various postgraduate programs in colleges in Andhra Pradesh. However, with the right preparation and strategies, candidates can get a good score and rank in the AP PGECET exam. Here are some preparation tips that need to be followed

• The candidate must understand the exam pattern and syllabus and be familiar with the AP PGECET exam pattern.
• The candidate must make a practical study schedule and divide time subject-wise, and include weekly mock test sessions.
• The candidate must stick to the NCERT books and practice the question banks and previous year question papers.
• The candidate must practice mock tests regularly and review their mistake to improve recovery.
• The candidate must keep short notes for quick revisions and revise important formulas and concepts weekly.

Exam Day Guidelines and Dress Code

The AP PGECET exam 2025 is an entrance exam for postgraduate courses like M.Tech, M.Pharm. Pharma. D. The candidate must know what to carry or avoid on the exam day. The guidelines are mentioned on the admit card to avoid any confusion. Here are the points that should be checked carefully by the candidates.

• The candidate must arrive at the exam centre one hour before the exam starts.
• The candidate must carry the KCET admit card with valid ID proof (Aadhar card, Voter ID, etc.)
• The candidate should be in comfortable attire and dress in simple attire.
• The candidate should follow all the instructions written on the admit card.
• The candidate should bring a ballpoint pen only, which should be both black and blue to fill the OMR sheet.

Things to Avoid During the Exam

The students need to avoid carrying certain things on the AP PGEECT exam day, which will lead to a conflict. The things which should be avoided include mobile phones, Bluetooth devices, calculators, cameras, or any other valuables.

AP PGECET 2025 Answer Key

The AP PGECET 2025 final answer key has been released by the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) on the official website. The candidate who appeared for the exam can estimate their expected score through the answer key published by the authorities. The answer key will be uploaded in PDF format. Candidate can download the answer key by entering their login credentials. 

Candidates can calculate the score before the declaration of the exam with the help of the answer key. Refer to the points below to know how to download the answer key:

Step 1: Visit the official website

Go to the official website of AP PGECET (cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/PGECET).

Step 2: Look for the answer key link

Click on the ‘Masters Question Papers with Preliminary Keys’ tab, which is usually under the answer key.

Step 3: Select the subject

Choose your subject for which you want to download the answer key.

Step 4: Download the answer key

Click on the download icon and download it in PDF format.

Step 5: Verify the answers

Verify your answers with the solution given in the answer key.

Step 6: Estimate your score

Calculate your expected score by following the marking scheme pattern.

AP PGEECT 2025 Result

The AP PGECET 2025 result has been declared by the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE). Candidates who have appeared for the exam can download the result from the official AP PGECET website. The result of AP PGECET is published based on the AP PGECET answer key 2025 and the board marks entered. The result contains the candidate’s personal details, scores, qualifying status, and others. The candidates with qualifying marks are eligible for the counselling process of AP PGECET 2025.

AP PGECET 2025 Counselling

The AP PGECET 2025 counselling process will begin after the AP PGECET result declaration, which is expected to begin from August 2025. The AP PGECET counselling includes its own admission process, such as Registration, document verification, choice filling, and seat allotment. Candidates who have been qualified according to the cutoff will be eligible for the counselling. Refer to the dates below to know about the counselling details.

How to Apply for AP PGECET Counselling 2025?

Here is the step-by-step process to know how to apply for the AP PGECET 2025 counselling.

Step 1: AP PGECET Registration 

The candidate has to visit the official website and register for the counselling process. For the general category, the candidate has to pay ₹ 1000 and ₹ 500 for the reserved categories. The registration fee payment mode is online and can be paid through Credit card, Debit card, and net banking.

Step 2: Document Verification

The second step is the document verification of the candidates; each candidate has to submit the required documents. Here is the list of documents required for the counselling process.

• Exam admit card
• Exam rankcard
• SSC/Intermediate Diploma/Degree marksheet
• Passing certificate of Class 10 certificate to graduation
• Residence certificate 
• Integrated community certificate
• Income certificate
• Transfer certificate

Step 3: Choice Filling and Locking

After the document verification, the candidate needs to log in with the given ID and password. Then, they will have to fill out the preferred college and courses in accordance with the rank allocated to them. The list of seats will be given to the candidates.

Step 4: Seat Allotment

The candidate can check the seat allotment, which will be released on the official website. They can log in with their ID and password to download the AP PGECET seat allotment letter. The candidates can change their choices and check the allotment status. 

Step 5: Reporting at Allotted Institutes

The candidates with their respective allotted institutes can report to their institutes to confirm the admission within the stipulated time. They are advised to carry all the required documents during the reporting, along with the AP PGECET counselling allotment letter to the institute.

Colleges Accepting AP PGECET 2025 Score

The AP PGECET 2025 score is accepted by some of the colleges, each has unique specialisations and advantages. Refer to the points below to know bout the colleges accepting the AP PGECET score.

• JNTUK University College of Engineering
• Sree Vidyanikethan Engineering College
• Sri Venkateswara University College of Engineering
• Shri Vishnu Engineering College for Women
• G. Pulla Reddy Engineering College

The AP PGECET 2025 exam was conducted in June 2025, in online mode across Andhra Pradesh state, as per the schedule. The counselling is expected to begin in August 2025, and candidates are advised to keep a regular check on the official website for the latest updates. Refer to the table below for the AP PGECET exam and schedule 2025.

The AP PGECET 2025 cutoff will be released by APSCHE after the AP PGECET results.  After the exam declaration, APSCHE will start releasing its cut-off percentile. The candidates can through the previous year's cutoff to analyse the expected cutoff. The cutoff is the minimum score required to qualify for the exam and participate in the counselling process. Refer to the table below to check the previous year's closing rank for engineering branches.

AP PGECET 2025 FAQs

Ques 1. What is the AP PGECET 2025 exam?

Ans 1. The AP PGECET exam is a state-level entrance exam that is conducted by the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE). It facilitates admission in postgraduate programs in Engineering, Pharmacy, and technical courses across Andhra Pradesh.

Ques 2. When will the AP PGECET result 2025 be announced?

Ans 2. The AP PGECET result 2025 will be announced on June 25, 2025, across Andhra Pradesh state.

Ques 3. Who can apply for the AP PGECET exam 2025?

Ans 3. The candidate with 50% in their graduation and 45% for SC/ST can apply for the AP PGEECT exam 2025.

Ques 4. When will the AP PGECET 2025 final answer key be released?

Ans 4. The AP PGECET 2025 final answer key will be released on June 24, 2025.

Ques 5. When will the AP PGECET 2025 counselling start?

Ans 5. The AP PGECET 2025 counselling is expected to start in August 2025 after the declaration of the result.