AP ICET 2026 Application Window Closes After Multiple Deadline Extensions

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has officially closed the primary registration window for the AP ICET 2026 without any late fee. Following several extensions granted to accommodate the high volume of applicants, the final date to apply at the standard rate was March 23, 2026. As of today, March 26, 2026, the registration process has entered the penalty phase, where candidates must pay additional charges to submit their forms.

Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, which is conducting the entrance test on behalf of APSCHE, noted that the extensions were necessary due to heavy server traffic and student requests for more time to gather academic documentation. This state-level entrance exam is mandatory for students seeking admission into MBA and MCA programs across universities and affiliated professional colleges in Andhra Pradesh for the 2026-27 academic session.

AP ICET 2026: Late Registration and Penalty Structure

Candidates who missed the March 23 deadline still have an opportunity to register, albeit with a tiered late fee structure. The penalty increases significantly as the final examination date approaches.

Upcoming Key Events and Correction Window

Once the entire registration cycle concludes on April 5, the council will provide a brief period for applicants to rectify errors in their submitted forms. The application correction window is scheduled to open on April 6, 2026. During this time, candidates can modify non-critical data such as qualifying exam details, place of study, and mother’s name.

The AP ICET 2026 Hall Tickets are expected to be available for download starting April 15, 2026. Candidates must visit the official portal at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in and log in with their registration number and date of birth to obtain their admit cards.

Examination Details and Pattern

The AP ICET 2026 is set to take place on May 2, 2026, in two separate shifts (9:00 AM to 11:30 AM and 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM). The exam will be a Computer-Based Test (CBT) consisting of 200 multiple-choice questions.

• Analytical Ability: 75 Questions
• Mathematical Ability: 55 Questions
• Communication Ability: 70 Questions

There is no negative marking in the examination, making it essential for candidates to attempt all questions. The preliminary answer key is slated for release on May 5, with the final results and ranks expected by May 16, 2026.

Conclusion

The conclusion of the standard registration phase for AP ICET 2026 on March 23 marks a critical transition in the Andhra Pradesh management admission calendar. While the window remains open with late fees until April 5, today represents the final day to register with the minimum penalty of ₹1,000. Candidates are advised to complete their payments immediately to avoid the higher ₹2,000 penalty starting tomorrow. Following the registration phase, the focus will shift to the correction window on April 6 and the subsequent release of hall tickets on April 15, leading up to the state-wide examination on May 2.