AP POLYCET 2026 Final Phase Counselling Begins; Registration, Web Options Open at polycet.ap.gov.in
The Andhra Pradesh State Board of Technical Education and Training (APSBTET) has started the final phase of counseling for the Andhra Pradesh Polytechnic Common Entrance Test (POLYCET) 2026 on the official website, polycet.ap.gov.in.

The Andhra Pradesh State Board of Technical Education and Training (APSBTET) has started the final phase of counseling for the Andhra Pradesh Polytechnic Common Entrance Test (POLYCET) 2026 on the official website, polycet.ap.gov.in. This phase includes online payment of processing fees and verification of certificates. It also allows candidates to enter their college and branch preferences online and get their final seat allotment. The registration and certificate verification process is open from July 17 to July 19. Candidates can enter their college and branch choices online until July 20. The last chance to change these choices is on July 21.
AP POLYCET 2026 Final Phase Important Dates
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Processing fee payment and certificate verification | July 17 to July 19, 2026 |
| Web options entry | July 17 to July 20, 2026 |
| Last date to modify web options | July 21, 2026 |
| Seat allotment result | July 24, 2026 |
| Self-reporting and reporting at college | July 25 to July 29, 2026 |
Processing Fee for AP POLYCET 2026 Final Phase
| Category | Processing Fee |
|---|---|
| OC and BC | Rs 700 |
| SC and ST | Rs 250 |
The processing fee can be paid using net banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI. Once the fee is paid, it cannot be refunded.
Who Is Eligible for the AP POLYCET 2026 Final Phase?
The Final Phase is for students who did not get a seat in the first phase. It is also for those who missed the earlier counseling round. Students who want to change colleges or branches can also apply. All candidates must have a valid AP POLYCET 2026 rank. The rules about domicile and category are the same as in the earlier phases.
How to Register for the Final Phase Counselling?
Follow these steps to complete the registration for the final phase on the official site.
- Go to the website at polycet.ap.gov.in.
- Click on the link for final phase counseling registration.
- Log in using your POLYCET 2026 hall ticket number and date of birth.
- Pay the processing fee online using one of the available payment methods.
- Verify your documents online by uploading the required certificates.
- Enter your preferred college and branch during the web options period.
- Save and lock your preferences before the July 21 deadline.
What Documents Are Required for Certificate Verification?
- AP POLYCET 2026 rank card and hall ticket
- SSC or Class 10 marks memo
- Transfer certificate from the last school attended
- Study certificates from Class 6 to Class 10
- Aadhaar card as proof of identity
- Income certificate for fee reimbursement claims
- Caste certificate or EWS certificate, if applicable
Action Plan for Candidates
- Pay the processing fee on polycet.ap.gov.in before July 19.
- Have scanned copies of all required certificates ready.
- Enter your college and branch choices online between July 17 and July 20.
- Update or lock your choices before the July 21 deadline.
- Check the seat allotment result on July 24.
- Complete self-reporting and college reporting between July 25 and July 29.
