The Department of Technical Education (DTE), Andhra Pradesh, has started the first phase of counselling for the Andhra Pradesh Polytechnic Common Entrance Test (AP POLYCET) 2026. Candidates who qualified in the entrance examination can now participate in the counselling process for admission to diploma courses offered by government and private polytechnic colleges across the state for the 2026-27 academic session.Eligible candidates can complete the counselling process through the official website, polycetap.ap.gov.in. The admission process includes candidate registration, fee payment, certificate verification, web option entry, seat allotment, and reporting at the allotted institute.
AP POLYCET counselling 2026 : Important dates
Here’s a look at the detailed schedule:
| Activity | Dates |
|---|---|
| Online certificate verification and fee payment (candidate registration) | June 24 to June 30, 2026 |
| Certificate verification at Help Line Centres (for candidates requiring verification or updates) | June 25 to July 1, 2026 |
| Web option entry | June 29 to July 3, 2026 |
| Change of web options | July 4, 2026 |
| Seat allotment result | July 6, 2026 |
| Self-reporting and reporting at allotted colleges | July 7 to July 10, 2026 |
| Commencement of classes | July 7, 2026 |
Who can participate?
Candidates who have qualified in AP POLYCET 2026 and fulfil the eligibility criteria prescribed for diploma admissions in Andhra Pradesh polytechnic institutions can take part in the counselling process.Admissions will be offered based on candidates’ ranks, reservation rules, choices filled during web option entry, and seat availability in participating colleges.
How to apply for AP POLYCET counselling 2026
Candidates can follow these steps to complete the counselling process:
- Visit the official website at polycetap.ap.gov.in.
- Complete candidate registration and pay the counselling fee online.
- Upload the required documents for verification.
- Attend certificate verification at the designated Help Line Centre if required.
- Enter web options by selecting preferred colleges and diploma courses.
- Modify or rearrange options during the option-editing window, if needed.
- Check the seat allotment result on July 6, 2026.
- Complete self-reporting and report to the allotted college within the specified dates.
Documents required for counselling
Candidates should keep 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
- Study certificates from Class 4 to Class 10
- Residence certificate (for private candidates without institutional education)
- Other relevant certificates, if applicable
Candidates applying under 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
- Anglo-Indian
- Persons with Disabilities (PwD)
Seat allotment on July 6
The AP POLYCET 2026 first phase seat allotment result will be announced on July 6, 2026. Candidates who receive a seat must complete both self-reporting and reporting at the allotted college between July 7 and July 10, 2026.The new academic session is scheduled to begin on July 7, 2026.
