AP B.Arch Counselling 2026 Registration Begins: Check Eligibility, Steps and Dates

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has commenced the AP B.Arch Counselling 2026 registration process.

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has commenced the AP B.Arch Counselling 2026 registration process. Candidates can apply through the official counselling portal at cap.apcfss.in. The registration window has opened on September 3, 2026. The AP B.Arch counselling registration will remain open until September 22, 2026. Candidates who have qualified NATA 2025 or NATA 2026 are eligible to apply. The counselling process is conducted for admission to the first-year regular B.Arch degree course in Andhra Pradesh. The counselling process comprises four stages: fee payment, online registration, certificate verification, and web options entry. Seat allotment will be conducted after the web options window closes.

AP B.Arch Counselling 2026 Key Details

Who Is Eligible to Apply for AP B.Arch Counselling 2026?

Candidates must fulfil the prescribed eligibility criteria to participate in the counselling process.

• Candidates must have a valid NATA 2025 or NATA 2026 scorecard.
• Candidates must be seeking admission to the first year of the B.Arch course.
• Candidates must fulfil the prescribed Class 12 eligibility requirements.
• Candidates must apply for seats available under the Andhra Pradesh jurisdiction.
• Qualifying NATA alone does not guarantee admission to a B.Arch programme. Candidates must complete all stages of the counselling process within the prescribed deadlines to be considered for seat allotment.

How to Register for AP B.Arch Counselling 2026?

The registration process will be conducted entirely online through the official counselling portal. Candidates must complete all four stages within the specified timeline.

Candidates can follow these steps:

1. Visit the official counselling portal at cap.apcfss.in.
2. Pay the prescribed processing fee through the online payment facility.
3. Complete the registration form by entering the required details accurately.
4. Upload the required documents for certificate verification.
5. Exercise the web options by selecting preferred B.Arch institutes and arranging them in order of preference.
6. Review all the details and submit the completed application form before the deadline.

How to Exercise Web Options Effectively?

The web options facility allows candidates to select their preferred B.Arch institutes in their desired order. Candidates are advised to enter as many suitable options as possible to improve their chances of securing a preferred institute.Seat allotment will depend on factors such as the candidate's rank, category, and web option preferences. Candidates should research the participating institutes, courses, and available choices before submitting their preferences. Once submitted, the candidate's seat allotment will be considered based on the options entered during the web options process.

Action Plan for Candidates

1. Keep the NATA 2025 or NATA 2026 scorecard ready.
2. Keep Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets and other required certificates available.
3. Pay the prescribed processing fee through the official portal.
4. Complete the online application form and carefully verify all entered details.
5. Upload the required documents in the prescribed format for verification.
6. Carefully select and submit the web options before the deadline.
7. Complete all counselling formalities by September 22, 2026.

Candidates are advised to regularly check the official counselling portal for updates regarding certificate verification, web options, seat allotment, and subsequent admission formalities.