AP PGECET 2026 Sports Quota Skill Test on September 28; Check SAAP Guidelines, Documents
AP PGECET 2026 counselling candidates seeking MTech admission under the sports quota are required to appear for the Sports Authority of Andhra Pradesh (SAAP) skill test, according to the notification provided for the counselling process.
The SAAP skill test is scheduled for September 28, 2026, and candidates are required to report at the designated venue by 8:00 AM. The test will be conducted at Acharya Nagarjuna University Campus, Guntur.
Candidates appearing for the sports-quota verification should carry the required original documents, wear appropriate sports attire and bring specialised equipment required for their respective sport.
AP PGECET 2026 SAAP Skill Test: Date, Time and Venue
The skill test is specifically relevant to eligible AP PGECET candidates seeking admission under the sports quota.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Test | SAAP Sports Skill Test |
| Counselling | AP PGECET 2026 |
| Purpose | Sports quota verification |
| Date | September 28, 2026 |
| Reporting time | 8:00 AM |
| Venue | Acharya Nagarjuna University Campus, Guntur |
| Conducting authority for skill test | Sports Authority of Andhra Pradesh (SAAP) |
Candidates should reach the venue on time and follow all instructions mentioned in the applicable counselling notification.
Who Should Attend the AP PGECET SAAP Skill Test?
The skill test is meant for eligible candidates seeking MTech admission through AP PGECET 2026 counselling under the sports quota.
Candidates who are not claiming the applicable sports quota should not interpret the skill-test notice as a requirement for all AP PGECET counselling participants.
Sports-quota applicants should check their eligibility and the applicable official notification before travelling to the test centre.
AP PGECET SAAP Skill Test 2026: Important Guidelines
Candidates appearing for sports-quota verification should follow the prescribed instructions at the venue.
Wear Appropriate Sports Attire
Applicants should report in proper sports attire and wear sports shoes appropriate for their chosen sport or discipline.
According to the supplied instructions, candidates without the required attire may not be permitted to participate in the skill test.
Carry Sport-Specific Equipment
Candidates should bring specialised equipment required for their chosen sport.
Depending on the discipline, this may include items such as:
- Rackets
- Bats
- Safety guards
- Other specialised sporting gear
Candidates should not assume that all sport-specific equipment will be available at the test venue.
Documents Required for AP PGECET Sports Quota Verification
Candidates should carry the prescribed original documents for verification.
The supplied notification lists:
- AP PGECET 2026 rank card
- AP PGECET 2026 hall ticket
- Class 10/SSC marksheet
- Original National/State-level sports merit certificates
- Valid government-issued photo ID
Candidates should keep both their admission-related and sports credentials organised before reporting to the venue.
AP PGECET Counselling 2026 Schedule
The AP PGECET counselling process includes registration, certificate verification, web-option entry, option modification, seat allotment and college reporting.
According to the supplied counselling schedule:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online counselling registration and fee payment | September 16–27, 2026 |
| Online verification of uploaded certificates | September 19–28, 2026 |
| Web-option entry by registered and eligible candidates | September 23–29, 2026 |
| Change of web options | September 30, 2026 |
| Seat allotment result | October 4, 2026 |
| Self-joining and reporting at allotted college | October 5–8, 2026 |
Candidates should check the latest official counselling notice before acting on these dates in case the schedule is revised.
AP PGECET Web Options 2026
Registered and eligible candidates can exercise their AP PGECET web options as part of the counselling process.
According to the supplied schedule, web-option entry continues through September 29, 2026, followed by the option-change facility on September 30, 2026.
Candidates should arrange their college and programme preferences carefully before finalising their choices.
What Should Sports Quota Candidates Do Now?
Candidates claiming the sports quota should first ensure that they are eligible to participate in the SAAP verification process.
- Before travelling to the venue, candidates should:
- Keep the AP PGECET rank card and hall ticket ready.
- Carry original sports merit certificates.
- Carry the required identity and academic documents.
- Wear appropriate sports attire and footwear.
- Bring sport-specific equipment.
- Reach the venue before the notified reporting time.
Continue completing the applicable AP PGECET counselling steps within their respective deadlines.
Candidates should rely on the latest APSCHE/SAAP instructions if any changes are announced to the test or counselling schedule.