Kamal Ghorui
The Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU), Kakinada, on behalf of the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE), has once again extended the registration deadline for the AP EAMCET 2026, also known as AP EAPCET, to March 24, 2026. Eligible candidates can now complete their applications on the official portal, cets.apsche.ap.gov.in, with late fees applicable for submissions beyond this date. The extension provides students additional time to apply for admissions to B.Tech, B.Pharmacy, and agriculture courses across Andhra Pradesh’s participating institutions.
AP EAMCET registration dates and late fee details
Candidates can submit their AP EAMCET 2026 applications without any late fee until March 24. Applicants who miss this deadline can still apply by paying a late fee, which increases in stages: ₹1,000 by March 28, ₹2,000 by April 4, ₹4,000 by April 6, and ₹10,000 by April 10. Corrections to already submitted applications will be allowed from April 11 to 13, giving students an opportunity to update details before the admit cards are released on April 28.
How to apply for AP EAMCET 2026
Candidates who have not registered yet can apply for the AP EAMCET 2026 session by following the steps below:
- Go to cets.apsche.ap.gov.in.
- Register with personal details.
- Fill application form with education and course info.
- Upload photo, signature, and marks memo.
- Pay fee online.
- Submit and download the form.
Direct link to apply for AP EAMCET 2026.
Exam schedule and format
The AP EAMCET 2026 engineering exams are scheduled from May 12 to 15, while agriculture and pharmacy papers will be conducted on May 19 and 20. The test will run in two daily sessions: morning (9 am–12 pm) and afternoon (2 pm–5 pm). The entrance test is a key gateway for admission to undergraduate programs across the state and attracts thousands of applicants annually.Candidates are advised to check eligibility criteria, ensure accurate submission of documents, and complete payments through the official portal. AP EAMCET 2026 remains the principal entrance exam for engineering, pharmacy, and agriculture programs in Andhra Pradesh.
