Andhra University Common Entrance Test Application Process 2026
Andhra University Common Entrance Test Application Process
AUCET 2024 Overview
AUCET 2024 Application Form was released online on 27th March 2024 on the official website of Andhra University. The exam was held from 3rd May 2024.
The exam is administered by Andhra University for admission to various UG and PG courses in institutes affiliated with the university. Shortlisted candidates are called for final selection to postgraduate courses in Arts, Science, Law and Engineering.
Eligibility Criteria
Possession of a valid 10+2 certificate is mandatory to apply for the test. Candidates must go through the eligibility criteria laid down by the university before applying.
Application Fee
Candidates of General Category must pay INR 600 as application fee. Reserved category candidates must pay INR 500.
Important Dates
The table below lists all the important dates related to the exam:
| Events | Dates (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| Release of application form | March 27th 2024 |
| Closure of online application | April 25th 2024 |
| Closure of online application with late fee of Rs 1000 | April 30th 2024 |
| Release of Admit card | May 1st 2024 |
How to Fill Application Form
Students can fill the application form online by visiting the official website. Students must keep the following information ready for filling the details in the application form:
- Percentage of marks and year of passing of qualifying examination
- Hall-Ticket Number of Qualifying Examination
- Date of Birth as per SSC record
- Caste certificate in case of SC/ST/BC candidates
- PH/NCC/NSS/Sports/CAP etc.
- Parental income up to 1 lakh or up to two lakhs or more than two lakhs
- Study or Residence or relevant certificate for proof of local status
- Recent digital colour photograph and Signature
Steps to Apply
Step 1: Registration
- Open the official website of Andhra University i.e. audoa.in.
- Click on AUCET 2024 icon.
- Click on the Registration Link for filling online application form.
Step 2: Fill Details
- Enter personal details like Name, Surname, Mother's Name, Gender, Date of Birth, Address, State, Country etc.
- Click on the Register and Proceed button.
- Upload Passport Size Photograph and Signature. Photograph and Sign should be in ".jpg" format.
- Select the test centre to write the exam.
- Enter the SSC Roll No, Month and Year of Passing.
- Select the parents annual Income.
- Select the special Reservation Category, first language and second language.
- Enter period of study, Institution and District from IX to Degree third year.
- Click on the Preview button.
Step 3: Submit Form
- After reviewing the application form, if there is any modification required then students can click on "Back-To Edit" button.
- Otherwise, click on Save and Print button.
- After the successful submission of application form, students will receive a message on their mobile number i.e. "Your Application is Submitted Successfully with Application Number".
- Take the printout of the application form for payment process.
Step 4: Payment of Application Fees
Successfully registered candidates can download the Hall Ticket.
How to Pay the AUCET Application Fee
After choosing the online payment option, students must wait for 2-3 hours before proceeding.
- General category candidates pay an application fee of INR 600/-.
- Reserved category candidates pay an application fee of INR 500/-.
- Payment can be made using any Bank Credit or Debit card, or through Net Banking.
Enter the required details and click the Pay button to complete the payment. After successful payment, students receive an SMS on their registered mobile number and an e-mail to their registered e-mail ID. Students can then download and take a printout of the application form for future reference.
Details in the AUCET Application Form
Students must fill the application form according to the following criteria.
| Details Asked | Filling Criteria |
|---|---|
| Candidates Name | Name should be written according to the SSC/X Standard/Equivalent Records |
| Fathers Name | Name should be written according to the SSC/X Standard/Equivalent Records |
| Mother Name | Name should be written according to the SSC/X Standard/Equivalent Records |
| Surname | Name should be written according to the SSC/X Standard/Equivalent Records |
| Date of Birth | Date of Birth should be written in the format DD/MM/YYYY |
| Address | Enter the communication details |
| Category | Choose category from General/ OBC/ SC/ ST |
| Are you physically challenged? | Select Yes/ No |
| Marital Status | Select options from Married or Unmarried |
| Gender | Choose among Male, Female, Transgender and Other |
How to Apply for AUCET Form Correction
Andhra University opens the form correction window after the registration process is complete. Students can edit limited fields only.
If corrections are needed beyond the last date, candidates can contact the higher authorities or visit the university. The contact details are:
Address – Director
Directorate of Admissions,
Andhra University,
Vijayanagar Palace, Vishkhapatnam – 530017
Contact No – 0891 2573441
Email – dirdoa.au@gmail.com
Eligibility Criteria for AUCET
Students must check the eligibility criteria before appearing in the entrance examination.
- Candidates should be an Indian National.
- There is no age restriction for AUCET.
- Those who have already passed the qualifying degree examination or who have appeared for the final year examination can apply.
AU CEE M.Sc, M.Com, MA and Other Courses: Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for Andhra University Common Entrance Test (AU CEE) postgraduate courses vary by programme and specialization. The table below lists the required qualifications for each course.
M.Sc Life Sciences and Related Specializations
| Specialization | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Biochemistry | Bachelor’s degree in B.Sc or B.Sc (vocational) with Chemistry or Biochemistry as one of the three subjects. B.Sc (Vocational) with Food Science & Quality Control is also accepted. |
| Biotechnology | B.Sc or B.Sc (Vocational) with any two of these subjects: Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Environmental Sciences, Human Genetics, Fisheries, Aquaculture, Mathematics. B.Sc (Vocational) with Food Science & Quality Control is also accepted. |
| Agriculture Biotechnology | B.Sc or B.Sc (Vocational) with any two of these subjects: Botany, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Horticulture, Agriculture, Forestry, Genetics, Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, Seed Technology, Zoology. B.Sc (Vocational) with Food Science & Quality Control is also accepted. |
| Horticulture & Landscape Management | B.Sc or B.Sc (Vocational) with any two of these subjects: Botany, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Horticulture, Agriculture, Forestry, Genetics, Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, Seed Technology, Zoology. B.Sc (Vocational) with Food Science & Quality Control is also accepted. |
| Environmental Sciences | B.Sc or B.Sc (Vocational) with Chemistry and any two life sciences subjects. B.E.M, B.Sc (Agriculture), or B.Sc (Vocational) with Food Science & Quality Control are also accepted. |
| Foods, Nutrition & Dietetics | B.Sc with any life sciences subject. B.Sc (Vocational) with Food Science & Quality Control or B.Sc with Nutrition as one of the subjects is also accepted. |
| Botany | B.Sc Botany with any other two science subjects, including vocational subjects. |
| Human Genetics | B.Sc with any three of these subjects: Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Genetics, Human Genetics, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Medical Lab Tech. |
M.Sc Marine Biology, Fisheries and Zoology
| Specialization | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Marine Biology and Fisheries | B.Sc or B.Sc Vocational with Zoology and any other two science subjects. |
| Coastal Aquaculture & Marine Biotechnology | B.Sc or B.Sc Vocational with Zoology and any other two science subjects. |
| Marine Biotechnology | B.Sc or B.Sc Vocational with Zoology and any other two science subjects. |
| Zoology | B.Sc or B.Sc Vocational with Zoology and any other two science subjects. |
M.Sc Microbiology and Physical Sciences
| Specialization | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Microbiology | B.Sc or B.Sc (Vocational) with any two of these subjects: Microbiology, Biochemistry, Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, Human Genetics, Environmental Sciences, Home Science, Dairy Sciences, Fisheries, App. Nutrition, Nutrition & Dietetics, Biotechnology, Medical Lab Technology, Public Health, Nursing, Plant Protection, Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry. B.Sc Agriculture or B.Sc Home Science is also accepted. |
| Physics | B.Sc with Physics, Mathematics and any other non-biological science subject. |
| Space Physics | B.Sc with Physics, Mathematics and any other non-biological science subject. |
| Nuclear Physics | B.Sc with Physics, Mathematics and any other non-biological science subject. |
| Geophysics | B.Sc with Physics, Mathematics and any other non-biological science subject. |
| Marine GeoPhysics | B.Sc with Physics, Mathematics and any other non-biological science subject. |
| Meteorology | B.Sc with Physics and Mathematics. |
| Physical Oceanography | B.Sc with Physics and Mathematics. |
M.Sc Chemistry Specializations
All M.Sc Chemistry specializations require a B.Sc or B.Sc (Vocational) degree with Chemistry or Applied Chemistry as one of the subjects.
- Analytical Chemistry
- Bio-Inorganic Chemistry
- Environmental Chemistry
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Chemistry and Analysis of Food, Drugs & Water
- Organic Chemistry
- Marine Chemistry
- Nuclear Chemistry
M.Com Eligibility
Candidates must possess a B.Com or BBM degree to apply for M.Com.
MA Specializations and Eligibility
| Specialization | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Applied Economics | BA with Economics as one of the subjects. |
| Economics | BA with Economics as one of the subjects. |
| Ancient History & Archaeology | BA with History or BFA. |
| History | BA with History or B.A.L. |
| Philosophy | Any Graduate degree recognized by AU. |
| Woman Studies | Any Graduate degree recognized by AU. |
Other Postgraduate Courses
| Course | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| MHRM | Any Graduate degree recognized by AU. |
| Journalism & Mass Communication | Any Graduate degree recognized by AU. |
| MA Mass Communication & Media Studies | Any Graduate degree recognized by AU. |
| MA offered in Law College | Any Graduate degree recognized by AU. |
| M.L.I.Sc. | Any Graduate degree recognized by AU. |
| M.P.Ed | B.P.Ed of the university or an equivalent degree. |
Eligibility Criteria for AU CGET
Eligibility depends on the course and the qualifying degree. The table below lists the required qualifications for each programme.
| Course | Specialisation | Required Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| B.P.Ed / B.P.E | - | B.P.Ed or B.P.E of any other recognized university |
| M.Tech | Atmospheric Science | M.Sc in Meteorology or M.Sc in Physical Oceanography, M.Sc in Physics & Mathematics or Applied Mathematics |
| M.Tech | Ocean Sciences | M.Sc in Meteorology or M.Sc in Physical Oceanography, M.Sc in Physics & Mathematics or Applied Mathematics |
| M.F.A | Sculpture | B.F.A in Sculpture |
| M.F.A | Painting | B.F.A in Painting |
| M.F.A | Print Making | B.F.A in Print Making |
| M.Ed | Special Education | B.Ed Special Education with 50% aggregate marks |