AP ECET 2026 Final Phase Counselling Schedule Released, Registration Begins August 8

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has released the final phase counselling schedule for the Andhra Pradesh Engineering Common Entrance Test (AP ECET) 2026 on its official website, cap.apcfss.in. The final phase counselling will help candidates fill vacant seats available in engineering and pharmacy programmes across participating institutes. Eligible candidates can register and pay the processing fee from August 8 to August 9, 2026. The seat allotment result will be announced on August 15, 2026. AP ECET is a state-level entrance examination for diploma holders and B.Sc. Mathematics graduates seeking admission into the second year of engineering and pharmacy courses. The counselling process is conducted by APSCHE through the Convenor for Admissions Process (CAP). 

AP ECET 2026 Final Phase Counselling Schedule

The complete schedule for the final phase counselling is given below. Candidates must complete each step within the given window.

Who can participate in the final phase?

Candidates meeting the following conditions can participate:

1. Must have qualified AP ECET 2026.
2. Candidates who did not receive a seat in previous counselling rounds can apply.
3. Candidates who were allotted seats earlier but did not join can participate again.
4. Candidates seeking better seat options can also register for the final phase.
5. Candidates must ensure that their AP ECET rank card and eligibility documents are valid.
6. Category and reservation certificates must match the details provided during registration.

How to register for AP ECET 2026 final phase counselling?

Candidates can complete the registration process online by following these steps:

1. Visit the official website cap.apcfss.in.
2. Click on the AP ECET 2026 final phase counselling link.
3. Log in using your AP ECET hall ticket number and date of birth.
4. Pay the processing fee through the available online payment options.
5. Upload the required documents in PDF format for verification.
6. Book a slot for online certificate verification.
7. Fill in your preferred colleges and branches in order of preference.
8. Save and download the confirmation page for future reference.

Documents required for verification

Candidates must keep scanned copies of the following documents ready:

1. AP ECET 2026 rank card and hall ticket.
2. Diploma or qualifying degree marks memorandum.
3. Provisional certificate of the qualifying examination.
4. Transfer certificate and study certificates from Class 9 onwards.
5. Income certificate issued by the competent authority.
6. Caste certificate for candidates claiming reservation benefits.
7. Local area certificate as per Andhra Pradesh guidelines.
8. Aadhaar card and recent passport-size photograph.

How to fill web options?

1. Candidates can enter their preferred choices from August 8 to August 11, 2026.
2. Arrange colleges and branches according to your preference.
3. Keep the most preferred options at the top of the list.
4. Seat allotment will be based on AP ECET rank, category, and choice preference.
5. Candidates can edit their web options on August 12, 2026, which will be the final opportunity to make changes.

Important Dates

1. Registration and processing fee payment: August 8 to August 9, 2026
2. Certificate verification completion: August 10, 2026
3. Web option entry: August 8 to August 11, 2026
4. Web option editing: August 12, 2026
5. Seat allotment result: August 15, 2026
6. Reporting to allotted colleges: August 17 to August 19, 2026

Candidate Support

APSCHE has provided helpline numbers for candidates facing issues during the counselling process.

For general queries, candidates can contact:

• 7842075469
• 7842085469
• 7842095469

For technical support during office hours:

• 8977726920 

Candidates can also send queries through email at cheecet@gmail.com.

Steps for Candidates

1. Visit cap.apcfss.in on August 8, 2026, and complete the registration process.
2. Pay the processing fee before August 9, 2026.
3. Keep all required documents ready in PDF format for online verification.
4. Complete certificate verification by August 10, 2026.
5. Enter college and branch preferences between August 8 and August 11, 2026.
6. Make necessary changes during the web option editing window on August 12, 2026.
7. Check the final seat allotment result on August 15, 2026.
8. Report to the allotted college between August 17 and August 19, 2026.