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AP PGECET or Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Engineering Common Engineering Entrance Test is an online test taken by Andhra University, Visakhapatnam on behalf of APCHE to select the most eligible candidates for various courses like M.E./MTech, M. Pharma, and Pharm. D courses.
Table Of Content
- What is AP PGECET 2023?
- AP PGECET 2023 Dates
- Application Form 2023
- Registration 2023
- Application Fee 2023
- Eligibility Criteria 2023
- Reservation 2023
- Exam Pattern 2023
- Counselling 2023
- Latest Article 2023
- Admission Alert 2023
What is AP PGECET?
AP PGECET stands for Andhra Pradesh Postgraduate Engineering Common Entrance Test. It is a state-level entrance exam conducted by the Andhra University, Visakhapatnam on behalf of the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE). The exam is held annually to provide admission to postgraduate courses in the field of engineering, technology, and pharmacy offered by various colleges and universities in Andhra Pradesh. Andhra Pradesh Postgraduate Engineering Common Entrance Test scores are accepted by participating institutions across the state. Candidates who have completed their undergraduate degree in the relevant field with a minimum of 50% marks are eligible to apply for the Andhra Pradesh Postgraduate Engineering Common Entrance Test exam. The exam is typically conducted in May every year, and the application process begins in March.
AP PGECET 2023 Dates
Here, we have mentioned the complete schedule for AP PGECET 2023 Examination:
| Events | Dates 2023 |
| AP PGECET Official notification | 19th March 2023 |
| The online application process starts from | 21st March 2023 |
| Last date of form submission | 30th April 2023 |
| Last date with late fee of Rs. 500/- | 1st May to 6th May 2023 |
| Last date to apply with late fee of Rs. 2000/- | 7th May to 10th May 2023 |
| Last date to apply with late fee of Rs. 5000/- | 11th May to 14th May 2023 |
| Correction window opens | 15th May to 16th May 2023 |
| Release of admit card | 22nd May 2023 |
| Exam Date | 28th to 30th May 2023 |
| Preliminary Answer Key | 29th May to 31st May 2023 |
| Last date for objection | 31st May to 2nd June 2023 |
| Result declaration date | June/ July 2023 |
| Counselling | July 2023 |
Pre Examination Dates:
The notification regarding the examination schedule has been released through online mode. Candidates can fill Andhra Pradesh Postgraduate Engineering Common Entrance Test 2023 application from 19th March 2023. Last date to fill the application form without late fee will be till 30th April 2023. Application form will be made available via online mode. Candidates can submit their application form through the website of conducting authority.
Post Examination Dates:
Candidates can check the provisional AP PGECET answer key from 29th to 31st May 2023 through online mode. Candidates can challenge the answer key till 31st May to 2nd June 2023.
The final Andhra Pradesh Postgraduate Engineering Common Entrance Test 2023 answer key will be released through online mode and candidates can check it by the website of conducting authority. The PGECET results 2023 will be announced in June/ July 2023.
AP PGECET Application Form
To fill the PGECET application form, you can follow the below steps:
- Visit the official website of AP PGECET.
- Click on the "Apply Online" link.
- Register yourself by providing basic details such as name, email ID, mobile number, etc.
- Login with the credentials provided at the time of registration.
- Fill in the application form with personal, educational, and communication details.
- Upload the scanned copy of your photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee through the available payment options.
- After submitting the application form, take a printout of the application form and keep it safe for future reference.
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Application Fees
| Category | Quota | Mode | Gender | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | Online | Female, Male | ₹ 1200 | |
| SC, ST | Online | Female, Male | ₹ 700 | |
| OBC | Online | Female, Male | ₹ 900 |
Registration
How to Apply?
- Step 1: Candidates applying online must submit their personal and academic details like name, contact number, marks in their qualifying exam, etc. carefully.
- Step 2: After filling in the correct detail, candidates must upload the required documents in the required format. Documents like passport size photographs and signatures must be uploaded in JPG and JPEG format only.
- Step 3: On successful submission of the application form, candidates are supposed to pay the application fees as well. The candidates who do not meet the deadline requirement will be provided with another deadline to complete their payment. Anyone who does not make the payment within the late fees deadline will not be allowed to sit for the AP PGECET 2023 Exam.
- Step 4: Candidates post submitting the application form are advised to take a copy of the duly filled application form.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates can find the conditions and requirements that the candidates have to meet to participate in the admission process through AP PGECET eligibility criteria. The authorities have released the AP PGECET 2023 eligibility criteria on the official website. Candidates not complying with the eligibility criteria of AP PGECET 2023 will not be allowed to participate in the examination process. AP PGECET eligibility criteria for 2023 are enlisted below:
- Age – Candidates should not be younger than 21 years of age. The authorities have not enunciated any upper age limit for AP PGECET 2023.
- Nationality – The candidates should be of Indian nationality.
- Domicile – The candidates applying for the AP PGECET exam 2022 should be permanent residents of Andhra Pradesh or Telangana.
- Academic Qualifications – They must have passed the qualifying examination i.e., B.E./ B.Tech successfully.
- Marks Required – The candidates belonging to the general category are required to secure at least 50% marks in the qualifying exam, whereas the candidates of reserved categories have to score 40%.
- GATE – Direct admissions will be offered for GATE qualified candidates
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| For OC/BC | INR 1000 |
| For SC/ST | INR 500 |
Exam Pattern
Candidates appearing for the AP PGECET 2023 exam should be aware of the exam pattern and be familiarized with the examination. The AP PGECET exam pattern reflects the mode of exam, types of questions asked, duration, and more. The authorities have released the AP PGECET 2023 exam pattern along with the official notification. The exam pattern will help the candidates to plan their preparation strategy. Given below are the details about the exam pattern of AP PGECET:
- Mode of Exam – Online - Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Duration – AP PGECET will be conducted for 2 Hours (i.e. 120 minutes)
- Languages in which the exam is held – English
- Nature of Questions – Objective - Multiple Choice Questions
- Total Number of Questions – 120 Questions
- Marking Scheme – For every correct answer, 1 mark will be awarded. There is no provision for negative marking.
Admit Card
- AP PGECET 2023 Admit Card is issued by Andhra University to the candidates who have successfully applied for the exam.
- AP PGECET Admit Card includes all the important details so it is essential to carry it while going to attend the exam.
- Candidates who are not able to produce their admit cards on the day of the exam will not be allowed to enter the AP PGECET 2023 Exam hall.
How to Download?
Mentioned below steps to download the Admit Card:
- Step 1: Candidates must first visit the AP PGECET 2023 Official Website.
- Step 2: Candidates must then click on the ‘Download AP PGECET Hall Ticket’ tab, which will take them to another page.
- Step 3: Candidates must then enter their AP PGECET 2023 Registration No. and select the paper they are appearing for, as mentioned in their AP PGECET Application Form.
- Step 4: Candidates must then click on the ‘Submit’ tab, which will take them to their official AP PGECET 2023 Admit Card.
- Step 5: Candidates must then click on the view and save AP PGECET 2023 Admit Card button.
- Step 6: After saving their AP PGECET Admit Card, candidates must take a clear, visible printout for future references.
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Reservation
AP PGECE (Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Engineering Common Entrance) is an entrance examination conducted by the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) for admission into various postgraduate engineering courses in the state of Andhra Pradesh.
As per the regulations of the Government of Andhra Pradesh, the reservation policy for AP PGECE is as follows:
- 85% of the seats are reserved for local candidates (candidates who have studied in Andhra Pradesh for at least four consecutive academic years).
- 15% of the seats are open for candidates from other states.
In addition to the above, the following categories of candidates are also eligible for reservation:
- Scheduled Castes (SC): 15% of the seats are reserved for candidates belonging to this category.
- Scheduled Tribes (ST): 6% of the seats are reserved for candidates belonging to this category.
- Other Backward Classes (OBC): 25% of the seats are reserved for candidates belonging to this category.
- Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): 10% of the seats are reserved for candidates belonging to this category.
Counselling
Candidates who qualify for AP PGECET 2023 will be able to participate in the counselling process. AP PGECET counselling dates 2023 will be released online at the official website. The authorities shall open an online registration portal for GATE and AP PGECET qualified aspirants separately. Candidates will have to pay the counselling participation fee through net banking/ credit card/ debit card. Afterwards, they will have to log in using their hall ticket number and rank to pay the counselling fee (Rs. 1000 for OC/BC and Rs. 600 for SC/ST).
Candidates will have to report to their designated centre and show the transaction ID to proceed with the verification of documents. Once the document verification is completed, candidates will receive a login ID. After logging in, candidates have to do the choice filling for colleges and courses in the order of preference.
AP PGECET seat allotment will be done on the basis of the candidate’s rank and preferences made during choice filling. Candidates will have to report to the institute allotted and pay the requisite fee to confirm their admission.
Result
Candidates will be able to check AP PGECET 2023 results online mode. The marks secured by candidates along with the qualifying status in AP PGECET 2023 we are informed through the result. Based on the scores obtained by candidates, the AP PGECET rank card 2023 will be prepared. Ranks are allotted specifically to those candidates who meet the AP PGECET 2023 qualifying percentage marks i.e., 25%. It may be noted that there is no minimum qualifying mark for SC/ST category candidates.
How to check AP PGECET Result 2023?
- Visit the AP PGECET 2023 official website
- Candidates have to enter their AP PGECET registration number and hall ticket number.
- Click on the “View Result” button
- AP PGECET result shall appear on the screen
- The candidates will have to download and print out the result.
Answer Key
Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati will release the preliminary AP PGECET 2023 answer key online at the official website. All the correct answers to the questions asked in the PGECET 2023 examination are provided through the answer key. Candidates will also be allowed to raise objections against the AP PGECET answer key for a specific time. Through the AP PGECET 2023 answer key, the candidates will be able to calculate their probable scores before the result is officially announced. During the calculation period, the candidates have to follow the official marking scheme. After considering all the objections raised by the students, the authorities will release the final AP PGECET answer key in 2023.
Cutoff
The range of marks or ranks within which admissions will be served through PGECET 2023 shall serve as the cutoff marks. It served as the screening process for admissions into the AP PGECET participating institutes. The minimum marks required by candidates for PG admissions in Andhra Pradesh will be present in the AP PGECET cutoff 2023. The authorities shall release a separate cutoff for GATE and AP PGECET 2023 qualified candidates. It will also be different depending upon the institute and courses selected by the candidates.
Syllabus
The AP PGECE (Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Engineering Common Entrance) exam syllabus varies depending on the course that the candidate is applying for. However, the general syllabus includes the following topics:
- Engineering Mathematics: Linear Algebra, Calculus, Differential Equations, Complex Variables, Probability, and Statistics.
- Analytical Ability: Data Sufficiency, Problem Solving, Sequences and Series, Numbers and Algebra, and Functions.
- Computer Science and Information Technology: Digital Logic, Computer Organization and Architecture, Programming and Data Structures, Algorithms, Theory of Computation, Compiler Design, Operating System, Databases, Computer Networks, and Web technologies.
- Electronics and Communication Engineering: Networks, Electronic Devices, Analog Circuits, Digital Circuits, Signals and Systems, Control Systems, Communications, and Electromagnetics.
- Electrical Engineering: Electric Circuits and Fields, Signals and Systems, Electrical Machines, Power Systems, Control Systems, Electrical and Electronic Measurements, Analog and Digital Electronics, and Power Electronics.
- Civil Engineering: Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Transportation Engineering, and Surveying.
- Mechanical Engineering: Applied Mechanics and Design, Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Sciences, Materials, Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering.
Exam
| Full Exam Name | AP Post Graduate Common Entrance Tests |
| Short Exam Name | APPGCET |
| Conducting Body | Yogi Vemana University |
| Exam Level | State Level Exam |
| Languages | English |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Application Fee (General) | 850 Rs [Online] |
| Exam Duration | 90 Hours |
Eligibilty Criteria
Candidates can find the conditions and requirements that the candidates have to meet to participate in the admission process through AP PGECET eligibility criteria. The authorities have released the AP PGECET 2023 eligibility criteria on the official website. Candidates not complying with the eligibility criteria of AP PGECET 2023 will not be allowed to participate in the examination process. AP PGECET eligibility criteria for 2023 are enlisted below:
- Age – Candidates should not be younger than 21 years of age. The authorities have not enunciated any upper age limit for AP PGECET 2023.
- Nationality – The candidates should be of Indian nationality.
- Domicile – The candidates applying for the AP PGECET exam 2022 should be permanent residents of Andhra Pradesh or Telangana.
- Academic Qualifications – They must have passed the qualifying examination i.e., B.E./ B.Tech successfully.
- Marks Required – The candidates belonging to the general category are required to secure at least 50% marks in the qualifying exam, whereas the candidates of reserved categories have to score 40%.
- GATE – Direct admissions will be offered for GATE qualified candidates
Exam Pattern
Candidates appearing for the AP PGECET 2023 exam should be aware of the exam pattern and be familiarized with the examination. The AP PGECET exam pattern reflects the mode of exam, types of questions asked, duration, and more. The authorities have released the AP PGECET 2023 exam pattern along with the official notification. The exam pattern will help the candidates to plan their preparation strategy. Given below are the details about the exam pattern of AP PGECET:
- Mode of Exam – Online - Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Duration – AP PGECET will be conducted for 2 Hours (i.e. 120 minutes)
- Languages in which the exam is held – English
- Nature of Questions – Objective - Multiple Choice Questions
- Total Number of Questions – 120 Questions
- Marking Scheme – For every correct answer, 1 mark will be awarded. There is no provision for negative marking.
Admit Card
- AP PGECET 2023 Admit Card is issued by Andhra University to the candidates who have successfully applied for the exam.
- AP PGECET Admit Card includes all the important details so it is essential to carry it while going to attend the exam.
- Candidates who are not able to produce their admit cards on the day of the exam will not be allowed to enter the AP PGECET 2023 Exam hall.
How to Download?
Mentioned below steps to download the Admit Card:
- Step 1: Candidates must first visit the AP PGECET 2023 Official Website.
- Step 2: Candidates must then click on the ‘Download AP PGECET Hall Ticket’ tab, which will take them to another page.
- Step 3: Candidates must then enter their AP PGECET 2023 Registration No. and select the paper they are appearing for, as mentioned in their AP PGECET Application Form.
- Step 4: Candidates must then click on the ‘Submit’ tab, which will take them to their official AP PGECET 2023 Admit Card.
- Step 5: Candidates must then click on the view and save AP PGECET 2023 Admit Card button.
- Step 6: After saving their AP PGECET Admit Card, candidates must take a clear, visible printout for future references.
Syllabus
The AP PGECE (Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Engineering Common Entrance) exam syllabus varies depending on the course that the candidate is applying for. However, the general syllabus includes the following topics:
- Engineering Mathematics: Linear Algebra, Calculus, Differential Equations, Complex Variables, Probability, and Statistics.
- Analytical Ability: Data Sufficiency, Problem Solving, Sequences and Series, Numbers and Algebra, and Functions.
- Computer Science and Information Technology: Digital Logic, Computer Organization and Architecture, Programming and Data Structures, Algorithms, Theory of Computation, Compiler Design, Operating System, Databases, Computer Networks, and Web technologies.
- Electronics and Communication Engineering: Networks, Electronic Devices, Analog Circuits, Digital Circuits, Signals and Systems, Control Systems, Communications, and Electromagnetics.
- Electrical Engineering: Electric Circuits and Fields, Signals and Systems, Electrical Machines, Power Systems, Control Systems, Electrical and Electronic Measurements, Analog and Digital Electronics, and Power Electronics.
- Civil Engineering: Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Transportation Engineering, and Surveying.
- Mechanical Engineering: Applied Mechanics and Design, Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Sciences, Materials, Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering.
Counselling
Candidates who qualify for AP PGECET 2023 will be able to participate in the counselling process. AP PGECET counselling dates 2023 will be released online at the official website. The authorities shall open an online registration portal for GATE and AP PGECET qualified aspirants separately. Candidates will have to pay the counselling participation fee through net banking/ credit card/ debit card. Afterwards, they will have to log in using their hall ticket number and rank to pay the counselling fee (Rs. 1000 for OC/BC and Rs. 600 for SC/ST).
Candidates will have to report to their designated centre and show the transaction ID to proceed with the verification of documents. Once the document verification is completed, candidates will receive a login ID. After logging in, candidates have to do the choice filling for colleges and courses in the order of preference.
AP PGECET seat allotment will be done on the basis of the candidate’s rank and preferences made during choice filling. Candidates will have to report to the institute allotted and pay the requisite fee to confirm their admission.
Result
Candidates will be able to check AP PGECET 2023 results online mode. The marks secured by candidates along with the qualifying status in AP PGECET 2023 we are informed through the result. Based on the scores obtained by candidates, the AP PGECET rank card 2023 will be prepared. Ranks are allotted specifically to those candidates who meet the AP PGECET 2023 qualifying percentage marks i.e., 25%. It may be noted that there is no minimum qualifying mark for SC/ST category candidates.
How to check AP PGECET Result 2023?
- Visit the AP PGECET 2023 official website
- Candidates have to enter their AP PGECET registration number and hall ticket number.
- Click on the “View Result” button
- AP PGECET result shall appear on the screen
- The candidates will have to download and print out the result.
Answer Key
Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati will release the preliminary AP PGECET 2023 answer key online at the official website. All the correct answers to the questions asked in the PGECET 2023 examination are provided through the answer key. Candidates will also be allowed to raise objections against the AP PGECET answer key for a specific time. Through the AP PGECET 2023 answer key, the candidates will be able to calculate their probable scores before the result is officially announced. During the calculation period, the candidates have to follow the official marking scheme. After considering all the objections raised by the students, the authorities will release the final AP PGECET answer key in 2023.
Cutoff
The range of marks or ranks within which admissions will be served through PGECET 2023 shall serve as the cutoff marks. It served as the screening process for admissions into the AP PGECET participating institutes. The minimum marks required by candidates for PG admissions in Andhra Pradesh will be present in the AP PGECET cutoff 2023. The authorities shall release a separate cutoff for GATE and AP PGECET 2023 qualified candidates. It will also be different depending upon the institute and courses selected by the candidates.
Old Question Papers
AP-PGECET-2019-Question-Paper-Biotechnology
AP-PGECET-2019-Question-Paper-Food-Technology (1)
AP-PGECET-2019-Question-Paper-Pharmacy (1)
APPGECET-Geo-Information-question-paper
AP-PGECET-2019-Question-Paper-Biotechnology
AP-PGECET-2019-Question-Paper-Food-Technology (1)
Prep Materials
To prepare for the AP PGECE (Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Engineering Common Entrance) exam, candidates can refer to the following preparation materials:
- Official Website: The official website of the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) provides detailed information about the exam pattern, syllabus, previous year question papers, and other important notifications.
- Reference Books: Candidates can refer to standard textbooks recommended for their respective disciplines to strengthen their fundamentals and concepts.
- Online Resources: There are several online platforms and resources, such as Coursera, edX, and NPTEL, that offer free online courses and lectures on various engineering topics.
- Mock Tests and Practice Papers: Candidates can solve mock tests and practice papers to assess their preparation level and improve their time management skills.
- Coaching Institutes: Candidates can also join coaching institutes that provide comprehensive coaching for AP PGECE and help them prepare for the exam in a structured manner.
Admit card
To download the AP PGECE (Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Engineering Common Entrance) admit card, candidates need to follow these steps:
- Visit the official website of APSCHE at sche.ap.gov.in.
- Click on the "AP PGECE" link and then click on the "Download Hallticket" link.
- Enter your registration number, qualifying exam hall ticket number, and date of birth in the specified fields.
- Click on the "Download Hall Ticket" button.
- The admit card will be displayed on the screen.
- Check all the details mentioned on the admit card, such as candidate's name, photograph, exam center, date and time of the exam, etc.
- Download and take a printout of the admit card for future reference.
