Andhra Pradesh Polytechnic Common Entrance Test Result 2026

AP POLYCET 2026 Result Overview

The AP POLYCET 2026 result was declared on 5 May 2026 by the State Board of Technical Education and Training (SBTET), Andhra Pradesh. The result is available at polycetap.nic.in.

Out of 1,63,008 candidates who appeared for the exam on 25 April 2026, 1,48,950 have qualified. The overall pass percentage is 91.37%.

Girls have led with a pass percentage of 93.57%. They have outperformed boys for another consecutive year.

Key Summary

• AP POLYCET 2026 result declared on 5 May 2026 at polycetap.nic.in — rank card download is active
• 1,48,950 qualified out of 1,63,008 who appeared; overall pass percentage: 91.37%
• Girls' pass percentage: 93.57% — outperforming boys in every year with available gender data
• Phase 1 counselling registration closes today, 30 June 2026; web options open until 3 July
• Phase 1 seat allotment: 6 July 2026; self-reporting at allotted college: 7–10 July 2026
• Qualifying marks: 36/120 (30%) for OC/BC/EWS; no minimum for SC/ST

What is AP POLYCET Result 2026?

AP POLYCET — Andhra Pradesh Polytechnic Common Entrance Test — is the state-level entrance exam for admission to diploma programmes in engineering, technology, and non-engineering streams at polytechnic colleges across Andhra Pradesh. SBTET (State Board of Technical Education and Training), AP, conducts the exam every year and declares the result on its official portal at polycetap.nic.in.

Important Dates

The result is available as a downloadable rank card on the official website. The hall ticket number is needed to access it.

Result Statistics

A record 1,77,581 candidates registered for AP POLYCET 2026. Of these, 1,63,008 appeared for the exam.

Rank Card Details

The rank card shows the score out of 120, the state rank, and the category rank. It is the key document for AP POLYCET 2026 counselling.

SBTET Andhra Pradesh prepares the AP POLYCET rank list entirely on the basis of marks scored in the entrance exam. Separate state ranks and category ranks are assigned to each qualified candidate.

Qualifying Marks

OC, BC, and EWS candidates need at least 36 marks out of 120 (30%) to qualify. SC and ST candidates have no minimum qualifying marks.

Seat Matrix

Around 82,870 seats are available across 267 polytechnic colleges. These seats are filled through the counselling process.

Counselling Process

Phase 1 counselling registration closes today, 30 June 2026. Web options (choice filling) are open until 3 July 2026.

Phase 1 seat allotment is scheduled for 6 July 2026. Self-reporting at the allotted college must be done from 7–10 July 2026.

AP POLYCET Result 2026: Key Details

AP POLYCET does not issue a traditional marks sheet. The result is an individual rank card that shows the total score out of 120, the state rank, and the category rank.

The rank decides admission priority during centralized counselling. A lower rank number gives better access to a preferred college and branch. The 2026 result was declared on 5 May 2026, 10 days after the exam held on 25 April 2026.

AP POLYCET Result 2026: Important Dates

The table below lists the complete AP POLYCET 2026 timeline, from the exam through result and counselling. Upcoming and ongoing events appear first; completed events follow at the bottom.

Today (30 June 2026) is the last day for Phase 1 counselling registration. Do not miss the deadline.

AP POLYCET Result Previous Year Statistics

AP POLYCET participation has grown substantially over the past five years. The 2026 cycle set a new registration record.

The table below gives a year-wise overview of key result statistics since 2022.

The pass percentage trend shows meaningful year-on-year movement. The table above tracks how the overall pass rate has shifted since 2022, giving a sense of where 2026 stands in context.

AP POLYCET 2026 Result Overview

The overall pass percentage for AP POLYCET 2026 is 91.37%. This is a decrease of 3.99 percentage points compared to the 2025 result.

The pass percentage trend over the last five years shows fluctuation. It dipped from 2022 to 2024, rose sharply in 2025, and has now settled in the 91% range for 2026.

The 2026 figure is higher than both 2023 and 2024 results. The 2026 cycle recorded the highest-ever participation with 1,77,581 candidates registering, which is nearly 28,000 more than in 2025. Girls have outperformed boys in every cycle for which gender-wise data is available.

How to Check AP POLYCET Result 2026

The AP POLYCET 2026 result is available as a downloadable rank card PDF at polycetap.nic.in. SBTET does not send physical rank cards by post, email, or courier.

Follow these steps to download the rank card:

1. Go to polycetap.nic.in
2. Click on the link labelled "AP POLYCET 2026 Rank Card" on the homepage
3. Enter your Hall Ticket Number in the login field
4. Click Submit or Get Rank Card
5. Your rank card will appear on screen — verify every detail carefully
6. Download the rank card as a PDF and save a copy on your phone and email
7. Take at least two printouts — you will need them during certificate verification and college reporting

Alternative Methods to View Result

Via manabadi.co.in: Third-party result portals also carry AP POLYCET results. Enter your hall ticket number there to quickly view your score and rank. For the official rank card PDF, always use polycetap.nic.in.

Via SMS: Some candidates receive an SMS summary on their registered mobile number after result declaration. The SMS shows a brief score update but does not replace the official rank card download from the portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ques. I forgot my hall ticket number — how do I check my AP POLYCET 2026 result?

Ans. Your hall ticket number is printed on your AP POLYCET 2026 admit card. If you no longer have the admit card, log in to the official portal using the account you created during application and check for a hall ticket retrieval option. You can also contact your school or the SBTET AP helpline for assistance. The registered mobile number may also help with retrieval.

Ques. The polycetap.nic.in website is slow — what should I do?

Ans. The portal can face heavy traffic after a result or counselling update. Try accessing it in the early morning or late evening when load is lower. Third-party portals like manabadi.co.in can give you a quick score preview in the meantime — but always come back to polycetap.nic.in for the official rank card PDF.

Ques. Is the AP POLYCET 2026 result available offline?

Ans. No. The result and rank card are only available online at polycetap.nic.in. SBTET does not distribute physical rank cards. Download the PDF, save it to your phone, and email it to yourself so you always have a backup copy.

AP POLYCET 2026 Rank Card: Details Mentioned

The rank card is the primary official document for the entire admission process. Any error must be reported to SBTET before the certificate verification deadline.

If you spot any error — wrong name spelling, incorrect date of birth, or a wrong category — contact SBTET AP immediately through polycetap.nic.in. The certificate verification window (open until 1 July 2026) is also a good opportunity to flag errors in person. A wrong category entry directly affects your reservation benefits during seat allotment.

AP POLYCET 2026 Result Statistics

The 2026 AP POLYCET exam recorded the highest participation in its history. A total of 1,77,581 candidates registered, and 1,63,008 appeared for the exam held on 25 April 2026. SBTET Andhra Pradesh declared the result on 5 May 2026.

Girls achieved a pass percentage of 93.57%, which is more than 2 percentage points above the overall average of 91.37%. Female candidates have performed above the mean in every AP POLYCET cycle for which gender data is available.

The 2026 overall pass percentage of 91.37% is about 4 percentage points lower than 2025's record high of 95.36%. It is higher than both 2024 (87.61%) and 2023 (89.56%). The 2026 result ranks among the stronger cycles of the past five years, with the largest-ever qualified pool of 1,48,950 candidates competing for around 82,870 seats.

AP POLYCET 2026 Qualifying Marks

To be declared qualified in AP POLYCET 2026, candidates must meet the minimum marks set by SBTET AP, which vary by category. Meeting the qualifying bar earns a rank and entry into counselling, but it does not guarantee a seat. Admission depends on rank and seat availability in the preferred college and branch.

SC and ST candidates who appear for the exam automatically receive a state rank and a category rank, and can participate in counselling regardless of their score. There is no qualifying bar for these categories in the result stage — eligibility depends only on seat availability during counselling rounds.

AP POLYCET is a 120-mark paper with questions from Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry for engineering diploma streams. There is no negative marking. Every correct answer earns one mark. OC, BC, or EWS candidates who scored 36 or more are qualified. SC or ST candidates are qualified for counselling with any score.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ques. I scored 35 marks in AP POLYCET 2026 — am I qualified?

Ans. If you belong to OC, BC, or EWS, 35 marks falls one short of the 36-mark qualifying threshold — so you would not receive a rank and cannot participate in 2026 counselling. If you belong to SC or ST, you are automatically qualified regardless of marks, as long as you appeared for the exam.

Ques. Does qualifying AP POLYCET 2026 guarantee admission to a polytechnic?

Ans. No. Qualifying earns a rank and makes a candidate eligible for counselling. An actual seat depends on rank, category, the college and branch chosen in web options, and seat availability. With about 1,48,950 qualifiers and around 82,870 seats available, roughly 66,000 qualified candidates will not receive a seat — so filling realistic, diverse web options across multiple colleges is very important.

AP POLYCET 2026 Cutoff

The AP POLYCET cutoff operates at two levels: the qualifying cutoff — the minimum marks to receive a rank in the result, and the admission cutoff (closing rank) — the rank of the last candidate allotted a seat in a specific college and branch during counselling.

The qualifying cutoff for AP POLYCET 2026 is 36 marks out of 120 (30%) for OC, BC, and EWS candidates. SC and ST candidates have no qualifying minimum.

The admission cutoff (closing ranks) for AP POLYCET 2026 will be available after each counselling round. Phase 1 seat allotment is scheduled for 6 July 2026 — closing ranks from Round 1 will be published shortly after that. The key factors that shape the admission cutoff each year are:

• Number of candidates qualified
• Total seats available across colleges
• Category-wise reservation quotas
• Candidate preferences in web options
• Previous year closing ranks

AP POLYCET 2026 Cutoff: Factors That Decide Closing Ranks

The closing rank for a college and branch depends on several factors. These factors decide how strict or relaxed the cutoff will be.

• Number of qualified candidates: More qualified candidates means more competition. This leads to stricter, lower-numbered closing ranks.
• Total seats available: More seats means relaxed, higher-numbered closing ranks. More candidates can get in.
• College type (Government vs Private): Government polytechnic seats are far more competitive. Their closing ranks are stricter.
• Branch / Trade: High-demand branches like CSE, ECE, EEE, and Civil have stricter cutoffs. Low-demand trades are more accessible.
• Category reservation: SC and ST categories have more relaxed closing ranks compared to OC for the same college and branch.
• Counselling round: Closing ranks typically relax in Round 2 and the spot round as top-tier seats fill up.

With 1,48,950 candidates qualified and around 82,870 seats available in 2026, roughly 66,000 qualified students will not receive an allotment in Phase 1. If you do not get your preferred seat — or any seat — in Phase 1, you can participate in the internal sliding round and the spot round that SBTET runs for vacant seats. Check polycetap.nic.in after 6 July for round-wise closing ranks.

AP POLYCET 2026 Seat Matrix

Around 82,870 seats are available across 267 polytechnic colleges in Andhra Pradesh for AP POLYCET 2026 admissions — 88 government polytechnics and 179 private polytechnics.

Diploma programmes available through AP POLYCET include Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE), Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), Computer Engineering, Chemical Engineering, and several non-engineering trades such as Commercial and Computer Practice, Garment Technology, and Modern Office Management.

Seats at each college and branch are distributed across OC, BC (sub-categories A through E), SC, ST, EWS, and PH reservation quotas in line with AP government norms. Government college seats are in very high demand — only around 18,141 government seats are available against the large qualified pool of 1,48,950 students. Private polytechnic seats are far more numerous and represent the primary access point for most candidates. Fill as many web options as you can — both government and private, across multiple branches — to maximise your chances of securing at least one seat in Phase 1.

What to Do After AP POLYCET 2026 Result: Counselling Process

Qualified candidates must go through the centralized AP POLYCET 2026 counselling process run by SBTET Andhra Pradesh to secure a diploma seat. The entire process is online. Here is what you need to do, step by step.

Step 1 — Register for counselling and pay the fee: Log in to the counselling portal and register using your hall ticket number and rank card details. Pay the counselling fee online. The deadline is today — 30 June 2026. If you have not registered yet, go to polycetap.nic.in immediately.

Step 2 — Certificate verification: After registering, attend certificate verification at your designated centre — this window is open until 1 July 2026. Carry originals and self-attested photocopies of: your AP POLYCET 2026 rank card and hall ticket, Class 10 marksheet and pass certificate, caste certificate (SC / ST / BC / EWS candidates), income certificate if applicable, Aadhar card, and passport-size photographs.

Step 3 — Fill web options (choice filling): After certificate verification, log in and submit your preferred colleges and branches in order of preference — from most preferred to least. Web options are open from 29 June to 3 July 2026. You can modify your preferences multiple times within this window. Fill as many options as possible — a longer list improves your chances of being allotted a seat you are satisfied with, even if your top choices do not come through.

Step 4 — Use the correction window: On 4 July 2026, SBTET opens a one-day correction window. Use it to review and make final changes to your web options before they are locked for the allotment algorithm.

Step 5 — Phase 1 seat allotment: The Phase 1 seat allotment result will be published on 6 July 2026. Log in to check your allotted college and branch. If satisfied, proceed to self-reporting. If you want a better seat, you can choose to float to Round 2 — SBTET will announce that process after Phase 1 wraps up.

Step 6 — Report to the allotted college: Self-reporting at the allotted college takes place from 7 to 10 July 2026. Visit the college with all original documents and complete admission formalities including fee payment and document submission. Missing this window can result in cancellation of your allotment.

What Happens After Phase 1 Seat Allotment?

If a candidate does not receive a seat in Phase 1, SBTET AP usually conducts an internal sliding round and a spot round for vacant seats. These rounds begin after Phase 1 self-reporting concludes.

Candidates who do not get an allotment, or who decline their Phase 1 seat, should monitor the official website for Round 2 and spot round schedules. These rounds typically start within a couple of weeks of Phase 1 completion and provide another opportunity for admission.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was the AP POLYCET 2026 result declared?

The AP POLYCET 2026 result was declared on 5 May 2026 by SBTET Andhra Pradesh. Candidates can download the rank card from the official website polycetap.nic.in using their hall ticket number.

How many candidates qualified in AP POLYCET 2026?

Out of 1,63,008 candidates who appeared, 1,48,950 qualified in AP POLYCET 2026. The overall pass percentage is 91.37%, with girls leading at 93.57%.

A record 1,77,581 candidates had registered for the 2026 exam.

What are the qualifying marks for AP POLYCET 2026?

OC, BC, and EWS candidates need at least 36 marks out of 120 (30%) to qualify. SC and ST candidates have no minimum qualifying marks.

Any score in the exam qualifies SC and ST candidates to receive a rank and participate in counselling.

When is the AP POLYCET 2026 Phase 1 seat allotment?

Phase 1 seat allotment for AP POLYCET 2026 is scheduled for 6 July 2026. Web options (choice filling) must be completed by 3 July 2026.

A correction window to review and modify preferences is open on 4 July 2026.

What is the last date to register for AP POLYCET 2026 counselling?

The last date for Phase 1 counselling registration is 30 June 2026. Candidates who have not registered yet should visit polycetap.nic.in immediately to complete registration before the deadline.

What documents are needed for AP POLYCET 2026 certificate verification?

Candidates must carry originals and self-attested photocopies of the following documents:

• AP POLYCET 2026 rank card
• Hall ticket
• Class 10 marksheet and pass certificate
• Transfer certificate
• Caste certificate (SC / ST / BC / EWS candidates)
• Income certificate if applicable
• Aadhar card
• Recent passport-size photographs

Missing documents can delay verification and affect seat allotment.

Does a large rank still offer a chance of getting a seat?

Around 82,870 seats are available across 267 polytechnic colleges. If a rank falls within the available seat count for the candidate's category, there is a good chance — especially in private polytechnic colleges and less-in-demand branches.

Candidates should fill as many web options as possible across both government and private colleges. They should not skip the internal sliding round or spot round if Phase 1 does not work out.

Is the AP POLYCET rank card the same as a marks sheet?

No. The AP POLYCET rank card is not a traditional marks sheet. It shows the total score out of 120, the state rank, and the category rank.

The rank card does not show subject-wise marks or a pass/fail grade the way a board exam result does. The rank, not just the raw score, determines priority during counselling seat allotment.

How many polytechnic colleges accept AP POLYCET scores in Andhra Pradesh?

AP POLYCET 2026 scores are accepted by 267 polytechnic colleges across Andhra Pradesh. This includes 88 government colleges and 179 private colleges.

These colleges offer around 82,870 seats in engineering, technology, and non-engineering diploma programmes.

What happens if the Phase 1 counselling registration deadline is missed?

If a candidate misses the Phase 1 registration deadline (30 June 2026), they may still get a chance to register during Round 2 counselling or the spot round. SBTET AP typically announces these rounds after Phase 1 seat allotment and self-reporting conclude.

Candidates should watch polycetap.nic.in for schedule updates after 10 July 2026.

When will AP POLYCET 2026 round-wise closing ranks be available?

Round 1 closing ranks will be published after Phase 1 seat allotment on 6 July 2026. Round 2 and spot round closing ranks will follow after those respective rounds conclude.

All closing rank data will be available at polycetap.nic.in.

*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.

AP POLYCET 2026 Result Overview

The AP POLYCET 2026 result was declared on 5 May 2026 by the State Board of Technical Education and Training (SBTET) Andhra Pradesh. Candidates can download the rank card from the official website polycetap.nic.in using their hall ticket number.

Out of 1,63,008 candidates who appeared, 1,48,950 qualified in AP POLYCET 2026. The overall pass percentage is 91.37%, with girls leading at 93.57%. A record 1,77,581 candidates had registered for the 2026 exam.

Qualifying Marks

OC, BC, and EWS candidates need at least 36 marks out of 120 (30%) to qualify. SC and ST candidates have no minimum qualifying marks — any score in the exam qualifies them to receive a rank and participate in counselling.

• OC, BC, EWS: Minimum 36 marks out of 120
• SC, ST: No minimum qualifying marks

Rank Card vs Marks Sheet

The AP POLYCET rank card is not a traditional marks sheet. It shows your total score out of 120, your state rank, and your category rank — not subject-wise marks or a pass/fail grade the way a board exam result does.

Your rank, not just your raw score, determines your priority during counselling seat allotment.

Participating Colleges and Seats

AP POLYCET 2026 scores are accepted by 267 polytechnic colleges across Andhra Pradesh. These include 88 government colleges and 179 private colleges, offering around 82,870 seats in engineering, technology, and non-engineering diploma programmes.

Counselling Registration and Dates

The last date for Phase 1 counselling registration is 30 June 2026. Candidates who have not registered yet should visit polycetap.nic.in immediately to complete registration before the deadline.

Seat Allotment Chances

Qualifying AP POLYCET 2026 does not guarantee admission to a polytechnic. Qualifying earns a rank and makes a candidate eligible for counselling, but an actual seat depends on rank, category, college and branch chosen in web options, and seat availability.

With about 1,48,950 qualifiers and around 82,870 seats available, roughly 66,000 qualified candidates will not receive a seat. Filling realistic, diverse web options across multiple colleges is very important.

If your rank falls within the available seat count for your category, you have a good chance — especially in private polytechnic colleges and less-in-demand branches. Fill as many web options as you can across both government and private colleges, and do not skip the internal sliding round or spot round if Phase 1 does not work out.

Certificate Verification Documents

Carry originals and self-attested photocopies of the following documents for AP POLYCET 2026 certificate verification:

• AP POLYCET 2026 rank card
• Hall ticket
• Class 10 marksheet and pass certificate
• Transfer certificate
• Caste certificate (SC / ST / BC / EWS candidates)
• Income certificate if applicable
• Aadhar card
• Recent passport-size photographs

Missing documents can delay verification and affect seat allotment.

Result Availability and Retrieval

The result and rank card are only available online at polycetap.nic.in. SBTET does not distribute physical rank cards. Download the PDF, save it to your phone, and email it to yourself so you always have a backup copy.

If you forgot your hall ticket number, it is printed on your AP POLYCET 2026 admit card. If you no longer have the admit card, log in to the official portal using the account you created during application and check for a hall ticket retrieval option. You can also contact your school or the SBTET AP helpline for assistance. The registered mobile number may also help with retrieval.

Website Access Issues

The portal can face heavy traffic after a result or counselling update. Try accessing it in the early morning or late evening when load is lower.

Third-party portals like manabadi.co.in can give a quick score preview in the meantime, but always come back to polycetap.nic.in for the official rank card PDF.

AP POLYCET 2026 Counselling Registration Deadline

The Phase 1 counselling registration deadline is 30 June 2026. Candidates who miss this date may still register during Round 2 counselling or the spot round.

SBTET AP announces these later rounds after Phase 1 seat allotment and self-reporting conclude. Candidates should watch polycetap.nic.in for schedule updates after 10 July 2026.

AP POLYCET 2026 Round-Wise Closing Ranks

Round 1 closing ranks will be published after Phase 1 seat allotment on 6 July 2026. Round 2 and spot round closing ranks will follow after those respective rounds conclude.

All closing rank data will be available at polycetap.nic.in.