AP PGECET 2023: Latest Updates
- The last date to apply for AP PGECET with late fine of INR 500 is May 11, 2023. Interested Candidates should apply before the deadline
- The official notifcation for AP PGECET has been released. The exam will be held from May 28 - 30, 2023.
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What is AP PGECET 2023?
Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Engineering Common Engineering Entrance Test (AP PGECET) is a state entrance exam administered by Andhra University, Visakhapatnam. Candidates who pass the exam will be eligible for admission to Engineering / Pharmacy colleges and their affiliated colleges that have been approved by the All India Council for Technical Education for various courses such as M.E./MTech, M. Pharma, and Pharm. D. The AP PGECET is a state-level examination held once a year. The exam lasts two hours and consists of 120 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) worth one point each.
The AP PGECET exam 2023 will cover the following subject papers:
- Geo-Engineering & Geo Informatics (GG)
- Computer Science & Information Technology (CS)
- Civil Engineering (CE)
- Electronics & Communication Engineering (EC)
- Bio-Technology (BT)
- Mechanical Engineering (ME)
- Electrical Engineering (EE)
- Instrumentation Engineering (EI)
- Metallurgical Engineering (MT)
- Chemical Engineering (CH)
- Nano Technology (NT)
- Pharmacy (PY)
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AP PEGCET 2023 Highlights
The table below summarizes the highlights of the AP PGECET.
AP PGECET Highlights |
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Exam Full Name |
Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Engineering Common Entrance Test |
Exam Short Name |
AP PGECET |
Conducting Body |
Andhra University for AP State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) |
Application Mode |
Online |
Exam Mode |
Computer-Based Test (Online) |
Level of Admission |
Post Graduate |
Type of Questions |
Objective (MCQ) |
Official Website |
cets.apsche.ap.gov.in |
AP PGECET 2023 Important Dates
The following are the official AP PGECET examination dates 2023:
Events |
Dates |
Release of Official Notification |
March 19, 2023 |
Online Registration |
21st March 21, 2023 |
Last Date for Online Registration |
30th April 30, 2023 |
Last date with late fee of Rs. 500/- |
May 1 - 6, 2023 |
Last date to apply with late fee of Rs. 2000/- |
May 7 - 10, 2023 |
Last date to apply with late fee of Rs. 5000/- |
May 11 - 14, 2023 |
Correction window |
May 15 -16, 2023 |
Release of admit card |
May 22, 2023 |
AP PGECET Exam Date |
May 28 - 30, 2023 |
Release of Answer Key |
May 29 - 31, 2023 |
Last date for Objections |
May 31 - June 2, 2023 |
AP PGECET 2023 Result |
June/ July 2023 |
AP PGECET Counselling |
July 2023 |
AP PGECET 2023 Courses Offered
Based on the previous year's analysis, the programs offered by universities/institutions in Andhra Pradesh for which the AP PGECET 2023 score will be considered are as follows:
- Master of Engineering
- Master of Technology
- Master of Pharmacy
- Doctor of Pharmacy – Post Baccalaureate (Pharm D. PB)
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AP PGECET 2023 Eligibility Criteria
The Eligibility Criteria to write AP PGECET 2023 are:
- Candidates must meet the following requirements in order to write the exam:
- Candidates must be Indian citizens.
- They must be Andhra Pradesh residents and meet the local/non-local status requirements outlined in the Andhra Pradesh Educational Institutions (Regulation of Admission) Order, 1974, as amended.
- Candidates must have a relevant Bachelors qualifying degree or its equivalent in the relevant field with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved category candidates) from an AICTE/UGC approved institution recognized by the Government of Andhra Pradesh as equivalent thereto for admission into the relevant ME/ MTech/ MPharma courses.
- Candidates pursuing a BTech or its equivalent/BPharm course will be eligible for admission to relevant ME/MTech/MPharma courses only if they have completed the prescribed course and passed all subjects for the award of a degree by the concerned university on the date of admission counselling.
Admission requirements for ME/MTech/MPharm:
- Candidates must have passed the AP PGECET and the test paper relevant to the course for which they are applying.
- Students will not be considered for admission to their preferred course unless they meet the eligibility requirements and other related criteria.
- Admission to 85% of the seats in each course is reserved for local candidates, with the remaining 15% being unreserved seats, as specified in the Andhra Pradesh Educational Institutions (Regulations and Admissions) Order, 1974, as amended.
- When it comes to filling seats in colleges, aspirants who have qualified GATE / GPAT based on their test scores will be given first priority. The remaining seats will be filled by APPGECET candidates based on their merit rankings.
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AP PGECET 2023 Application Form
- The AP PGECET 2023 Application Form will be made available on the official website.
- The entire procedure will be carried out entirely online.
- Candidates can apply for the exam by visiting the AP PGECET official website.
AP PGECET 2023 Application Form: How to Apply?
Step 1: Candidates applying online must carefully enter their personal and academic information such as name, contact number, qualifying exam scores, and so on.
Step 2: After entering the correct information, candidates must upload the required documents in the appropriate format. Documents such as passport photographs and signatures must be uploaded only in JPG and JPEG format.
Step 3: After successfully submitting the application form, candidates must pay the application fees. Candidates who fail to meet the deadline will be given another deadline to complete their payment. Anyone who does not pay the late fees by the deadline will be unable to sit for the AP PGECET 2023 Exam.
Step 4: After submitting the application form, candidates should make a copy of the completed application form.
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AP PGECET 2023 Application Fees
The application fees for AP PGECET 2023 are listed below:
Category |
Amount |
For OC/BC Category |
INR 1,000/- |
For SC/ST |
INR 500/- |
Note: The AP PGECET 2023 application fee must be paid online using a debit card, credit card, or net banking.
AP PGECET 2023 Form Correction
- The AP PGECET 2023 Form Correction service will be launched in order to make the necessary changes to a submitted application form.
- However, no changes to the application form will be permitted after the deadline.
- Candidates are advised to make any necessary changes before submitting their applications on time.
Changes can only be made by students in sections such as:
- Signature and photograph
- Qualifying Examination
- Place of Study
- Passing year
- Place of Study
- Mother's Name
- Birth State, etc.
To make corrections, candidates must follow the instructions on the AP PGECET 2023 official website. Corrections to the AP PGECET Form can only be made online.
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AP PGECET 2023 for GATE and GPAT
- AP PGECET 2023 for GATE and GPAT Qualifiers
- AP PGECET 2023 registrations for GATE and GPAT qualified candidates are handled separately.
- When filling the seats, GATE and GPAT qualifiers are given first priority, with AP PGECET qualified candidates filling the remaining seats.
The following are the next steps for these candidates:
Step 1: Candidates must first go to the official website of the APSCHE, which is sche.ap.gov.in.
Step 2: Candidates must then go to the website and click on the 'AP PGECET 2023 for GATE and GPAT qualifiers' link.
Step 3: Candidates will be directed to a new page where they must pay the application fees specified.
Step 4: Candidates must then fill out an application form with their personal and academic information. Candidates will also be required to fill in their entrance scores.
Step 5: Candidates must upload the required documents as specified on the website.
Step 6: Fill out and print the AP PGECET Application Form.
After registration closes, the council will announce the admission procedure or counselling details for GATE/ GPAT qualified candidates separately.
AP PGECET 2023 Admit Card
The admit card will be distributed to those who are eligible to take the exam. The AP PGECET admit card 2023 will be available on the official website. To download the admit card, candidates will need their login information. The admit card is a vital document that candidates must keep safe until the admissions process is completed. No candidate may enter the exam hall without an admit card.
How to download AP PGECET Admit Card 2023?
- Visit the AP PGECET 2023 official website.
- Select the "Download Hall Ticket" option.
- Log in with your registration number, date of birth, and exam paper.
- The hall ticket for the AP PGECET 2023 will be displayed on the screen.
- Download and print it.
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What are the details that will be mentioned in the AP PGECET 2023 hall ticket?
The following information will be printed on the AP PGECET 2023 hall ticket. Candidates should carefully review the details.
- Candidate's name
- Date of birth
- Category
- Gender
- Parent's name
- Mobile number
- Address of communication
- Local status
- Category
- AP PGECET hall ticket 2023 number
- Registration number
- Entrance exam date and time
- Exam centre address and details
- Candidate's signature
AP PGECET 2023 Exam Pattern
The AP PGECET 2023 Exam Pattern is designed to assess candidates' subject knowledge. According to recent paper analysis, the exam pattern for AP PGECET 2023 is as follows.
Mode of Examination |
Online mode |
Type of Questions |
Only MCQs |
Time Duration |
2 hours |
Language |
English |
No. of questions |
120 Questions |
Marking Scheme |
1 mark for each correct answer |
Negative Marking |
No negative marking |
AP PGECET 2023 Syllabus
The AP PGECET 2023 Syllabus includes a list of key topics in each subject. A brief description of some papers administered as part of the AP PGECET Exam is provided below.
Paper Name |
Sections |
Important Topics |
Aerospace Engineering (AE) |
Engineering Mathematics |
Linear Algebra, Calculus, Probability, Statistics, etc. |
Flight Mechanics |
Aeroplane Performance, Atmosphere, Static Stability, etc. |
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Space Dynamics |
Central Force Motion, Orbit Transfer, etc |
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Aerodynamics |
Basic Fluid Mechanics, Viscous Flows, etc. |
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Structures |
Stress & Strain, Flight Vehicle Structures, Turbo Machinery, etc. |
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Bio-Technology (BT) |
Engineering Mathematics |
Calculus, Differential Calculus, Linear Algebra, Probability, and Statistics & Numerical Methods |
Biotechnology |
Process Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Molecular Biology & Genetics, etc. |
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Civil Engineering (CE) |
Engineering Mathematics |
Differential Calculus, Linear Algebra, Probability, and Statistics & Numerical Methods |
Structural Engineering |
Structural Analysis, Concrete Structures, Mechanics, etc. |
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Geotechnical Engineering & Environmental Engineering |
Soil Mechanics & Foundation Engineering |
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Electrical Engineering (EE) |
Engineering Mathematics |
Linear Algebra, Calculus, Numerical Methods, Differential Equations, Complex Variables, Probability, and Statistics. |
Electrical Engineering |
Electrical and Electronic Measurements, Electric Circuits and Fields, Electrical Machines, Power Electronics and Drives, Signals and Systems, Power Systems, Control Systems, Analog and Digital Electronics, Electric Traction System. |
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Mechanical Engineering (ME) |
Engineering Mathematics |
Differential Equations, Linear Algebra, Calculus, Probability, and Statistics, Complex Variables & Numerical Methods. |
Applied Mechanics and Design |
Strength of Materials, Engineering Mechanics, Theory of Machines, Vibrations & Design. |
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Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Sciences |
Fluid Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Applications, and Heat-Transfer. |
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Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering |
Metal Casting, Forming, Joining, Engineering Materials, Machining, and Machine Tool Operations, Computer Integrated Manufacturing, Production Planning, and Control, Metrology and Inspection, Inventory Control, Research |
AP PGECET 2023 Answer Key
After the exam, the Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati will publish the preliminary AP PGECET 2023 answer key on the university's website. The answer key contains all of the correct answers to the questions asked in the PGECET 2023 examination. Candidates will also be able to file objections to the AP PGECET answer key before the deadline. Before the official announcement of the AP PGECET 2023 result, candidates will be able to check the answer key and calculate their probable scores. Candidates must adhere to the official grading scheme. After considering all of the students' concerns, the authorities will release the final AP PGECET answer key 2023.
AP PGECET 2023 Results
- The AP PGECET 2023 results can only be found on the official website.
- AP PGECET 2023 Rank Cards will be made available after the results are announced.
- All candidates are advised to print their results for future reference.
- Candidates must cross-check the details on the rank card, such as name, rank, and so on, before taking a printout to avoid confusion during the admission process.
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How to check AP PGECET Result 2023?
Candidates must follow the steps below in order to check their AP PGECET results:
- Navigate to the AP PGECET 2023 official website.Select the "result link" option.
- Log in with your registration and hall ticket numbers.
- The AP PGECET 2023 result will be displayed on the screen after successful login.
- Download it and save it for future use.
AP PGECET Rank Card 2023
The rank card will be released alongside the announcement of the AP PGECET result 2023. The authorities will only release the rank cards for those candidates who pass the AP PGECET 2023. There are no qualifying marks for the SC/ST categories. The AP PGECET 2023 rank card is a vital document that must be produced during the counselling and seat allotment process.
AP PGECET 2023 Counselling
Registration, choice filling, choice locking, seat allotment, and reporting are all part of the counselling process. Eligible candidates will be able to participate in AP PGECET counselling 2023 online. Following the counselling, candidates must report to their assigned college and pay the required fee to secure their seats.
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AP PGECET 2023 Counselling Centers
State |
City |
Andhra Pradesh |
Visakhapatnam |
Tirupati |
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Anantapur |
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Kakinada |
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Guntur |
7th May to 10th |
7th May to 10th |
7th May to 10th |