The Department of Technical Education (DTE), Andhra Pradesh, has started the first phase of counseling for the Andhra Pradesh Polytechnic Common Entrance Test (AP POLYCET) 2026. Candidates who have qualified the entrance exam can now participate in the counseling process for admission to degree courses offered by private and government polytechnic colleges across the state for the academic session 2026-27.Eligible candidates can complete the counseling process through the official website, polycetap.ap.gov.in. The admission process includes applicant registration, fee payment, certificate verification, web option entry, seat allocation, and reporting to the allotted institute.
AP POLYCET 2026 Counseling : Important data
Here’s a look at the detailed schedule:
| Activities | dates |
|---|---|
| Online Certificate Verification and Fee Payment (Candidate Registration) | From June 24 to June 30, 2026 |
| Certificate verification at Helpline Centers (for applicants requiring verification or updates) | From June 25 to July 1, 2026 |
| Enter the Web option | From June 29 to July 3, 2026 |
| Change web options | July 4, 2026 |
| Result of the allocation of seats | July 6, 2026 |
| Self-report and report in assigned colleges | From July 7 to July 10, 2026 |
| The beginning of classes | July 7, 2026 |
Who can participate?
Candidates who have qualified in AP POLYCET 2026 and fulfill the prescribed eligibility criteria for degree admission in polytechnic institutions of Andhra Pradesh can participate in the counseling process.The admissions will be offered based on the ranks of the candidates, the reservation rules, the choices completed during the entry of the web option, and the availability of places in the participating colleges.
How to apply for AP POLYCET 2026 counseling
Candidates can follow these steps to complete the counseling process:
- Visit the official website at polycetap.ap.gov.in.
- Complete the applicant registration and pay the counseling fee online.
- Upload the required documents for verification.
- Attend certificate verification at designated Helpline Center if required.
- Enter the web options by choosing your preferred colleges and degree courses.
- Modify or rearrange the options during the edit options window, if necessary.
- Check the seat allotment result on 6th July 2026.
- Complete the self-report and report to the assigned university by the specified dates.
Documents required for counseling
Candidates should have the following documents ready before starting registration and certificate verification:
- AP POLYCET 2026 Hall Ticket
- AP POLYCET 2026 Rank Card
- Aadhaar Card
- Secondary School Certificate (SSC) or equivalent marks memo
- Certificates of study from Class 4 to Class 10
- Certificate of residence (for private applicants without institutional education)
- Other relevant certificates, if applicable
Applicants applying in special categories must also submit supporting documents. These categories include:
- National Cadet Corps (NCC)
- Children of armed personnel (CAP)
- Sports and games
- Scouts and Guides
- in Anglo-India
- People with Disabilities (PwD)
Assignment of seats on July 6
The AP POLYCET 2026 first phase seat allotment result will be announced on July 6, 2026. Candidates who get a seat should complete the self-report and report to the allotted university between July 7 and July 10, 2026.The new academic session is scheduled to begin on July 7, 2026.
