AP EdCET 2026 Highlights
AP EdCET (Andhra Pradesh Education Common Entrance Test) is the state entrance exam for two-year B.Ed. admission in Andhra Pradesh. It is conducted by a state university on behalf of APSCHE (the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education).
- Conducting Body: Dravidian University (on behalf of APSCHE, 2026)
- Exam Level: State (Andhra Pradesh)
- Mode of Exam: Computer-based test (CBT)
- Frequency: Once a year
- Official Website: cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/EDCET
AP EdCET 2026 Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification | 3 February 2026 |
| Online application | 11 February to 19 March 2026 (late fee up to 4 April) |
| Application correction | 5 April 2026 |
| Hall tickets | From 20 April 2026 |
| Exam | 4 May 2026, 2:00–4:00 PM |
| Preliminary answer key | 7 May 2026 (objections until 9 May) |
| Result | 18 May 2026 |
AP EdCET 2027 is expected to follow a similar timeline, with the notification around February 2027.
Who Can Appear?
- A bachelor's or master's degree (BA, BSc, BCom, BCA, BBM etc.) with the minimum percentage set in the notification (relaxation for reserved categories).
- Final-year degree students can usually apply.
- Check the methodology subjects you are eligible for, based on your degree subjects.
AP EdCET Exam Pattern
The paper has 150 multiple-choice questions for 150 marks in 2 hours, with no negative marking. It has three parts: general English, general knowledge and teaching aptitude, and the methodology subject you choose (Mathematics, Physical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Social Studies or English). Check the official syllabus for the exact split.
AP EdCET Counselling
After the result, APSCHE conducts online web counselling for B.Ed. seats in Andhra Pradesh colleges. Candidates register, verify certificates and choose colleges online.
FAQs on AP EdCET
Who conducted AP EdCET 2026?
Dravidian University, on behalf of APSCHE.
When was AP EdCET 2026 held?
On 4 May 2026, with results on 18 May 2026.
Is there negative marking in AP EdCET?
No.
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