AP ICET 2026 Notification:
Apply Online for MBA & MCA Admission
1. Detailed Overview of AP ICET 2026
AP ICET 2026 Notification: Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has released the notification for the Integrated Common Entrance Test (AP ICET-2026). This state-level entrance examination is conducted for admission into the first year of Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Computer Applications (MCA) courses offered by Universities and their affiliated colleges in the State of Andhra Pradesh for the academic year 2026-27.
The online application process begins on 05 February 2026. Candidates are advised to read the detailed notification and apply online through the official website before the deadline to avoid late fees.
2. Important Dates
Late Fee Deadlines
| Late Fee Amount | Submission Period |
|---|---|
| ₹ 1000/- | 03 Mar 2026 to 07 Mar 2026 |
| ₹ 2000/- | 08 Mar 2026 to 12 Mar 2026 |
| ₹ 4000/- | 13 Mar 2026 to 17 Mar 2026 |
| ₹ 10000/- | 18 Mar 2026 to 21 Mar 2026 |
3. Eligibility Criteria AP ICET 2026 Notification
Educational Qualification
- For MBA: Candidates must have passed a Bachelor’s Degree Examination of minimum 3 years duration from a recognized University with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved categories).
- For MCA: Candidates must have passed a Bachelor’s Degree Examination of minimum 3 years duration with Mathematics at 10+2 level or at Graduate level with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved categories).
- Candidates appearing for the final year degree examination are also eligible to apply.
Nationality & Domicile:
Candidates should be Indian Nationals and should satisfy local/non-local status requirements as laid down in the Andhra Pradesh Educational Institutions (Regulations of Admission) Order, 1974.
4. Registration Fee
5. Exam Pattern
| Section | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section A | Analytical Ability | 75 | 75 |
| Section B | Communication Ability | 70 | 70 |
| Section C | Mathematical Ability | 55 | 55 |
| Total | 200 | 200 | |
Duration: 150 Minutes (2.5 Hours). Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT).
6. How to Apply Online
Visit the official website and click on “Fee Payment”. Pay the registration fee using Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking.
Verify your payment status using the “Know Your Payment Status” option.
Click on “Fill Application”. Enter payment reference ID, qualifying exam hall ticket number, mobile number, and DOB to proceed.
Upload scanned passport size photograph (size < 50KB) and signature (size < 30KB) in JPG/JPEG format.
Submit the application and take a printout of the filled-in application form for future reference.