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AP POLYCET
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AP Polytechnic Common Entrance Test (AP POLYCET)
AP POLYCET — Andhra Pradesh Polytechnic entrance. 120 MCQs in 2 hours covering Math + Phy + Chem.
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State toppers — top 1%
95–100% · Rank 1 – 800
- •Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Polytechnic, Vijayawada — CSE (rank ~500 OC, last year)
- •Govt. Polytechnic, Visakhapatnam — Computer Engineering (top ranks)
- •Guaranteed admission to any polytechnic and branch of choice
- •Merit scholarships and fee waivers available
- •State-level recognition and highest placement opportunities
- •Foundation for excellent career in diploma engineering
Elite institutions — top 3000
88–95% · Rank 800 – 3,000
- •Government Polytechnic for Women, Visakhapatnam — CSE (rank ~2000 OC)
- •Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Polytechnic, Vijayawada — Computer Engineering
- •Premier government polytechnics — guaranteed first preference branch
- •State Residential Polytechnic Colleges — CSE/ECE with hostel
- •Best placement records and industry tie-ups
Top-tier polytechnics
78–88% · Rank 3,000 – 8,000
- •SVCET Polytechnic, Chittoor — Computer Science (rank ~5000 OC approximately)
- •Government Polytechnic, Kakinada — ECE, CSE branches
- •Premium urban government polytechnics — first choice of branch
- •Andhra Polytechnic, Kakinada — Computer Engineering (rank ~4000 OC)
- •Excellent placement support and infrastructure
Good government polytechnics
65–78% · Rank 8,000 – 20,000
- •Government Polytechnic, Vijayawada — Computer Engineering (rank ~15000 OC)
- •Government Polytechnic, Visakhapatnam — Electronics & Communication
- •Decent government polytechnics in urban areas — CSE, ECE, EEE branches
- •Most government polytechnics statewide — choice of preferred branch
- •Strong prospects for reserved category candidates in top institutions
Mid-tier polytechnics
50–65% · Rank 20,000 – 40,000
- •Government polytechnics in Tier-2 cities — Mechanical, Civil Engineering
- •Established private polytechnics — Computer Science, ECE branches
- •District-level government polytechnics — most engineering branches available
- •Andhra Polytechnic, Kakinada — Civil/Mechanical (approximately rank 35000 OC)
- •Good chance for SC/ST/BC candidates in better colleges
Lower tier colleges
35–50% · Rank 40,000 – 80,000
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0–35% · Rank 80,000+
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AP POLYCET 2026 Final Phase counselling registration began on July 16, 2026. Round 2 seat allotment is scheduled for July 24, 2026 at polycet.ap.gov.in. College reporting for allotted candidates is from July 25–29, 2026.
SBTET AP released the Round 1 polytechnic seat allotment on July 7, 2026. Candidates who completed web options by July 4 received their allotment results. Self-reporting and college reporting was scheduled between July 7–10.
SBTET AP released the AP POLYCET 2026 provisional answer key on April 27, 2026 for all sets (A, B, C, D). Candidates could raise objections until April 28, 2026.
SBTET AP declared AP POLYCET 2026 results on May 5, 2026. Out of 1,63,008 candidates who appeared, 1,48,950 qualified — an overall pass rate of 91.37%, the highest in recent years.
Important dates
Result declared
passedTue, 5 May, 2026
Reportedcollegedunia.com91.37% pass rate; 1,48,950 candidates qualified
Round 2 Seat Allotment
passedFri, 24 Jul, 2026
Reportedcollegedunia.comFinal Phase (Round 2) seat allotment result
Spot Admissions Round (expected)
passedNo official date yet — the expected date has passed
ExpectedSpot round expected in August 2026 to fill vacant seats
AP POLYCET 2027 Notification (expected)
141 days awaySun, 28 Feb, 2027
ExpectedBased on previous cycle; notification usually in late February
Syllabus
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Mathematics
Real Numbers
Euclid's division lemma, fundamental theorem of arithmetic, irrational numbers, decimal expansions.
Sets
Roster and set-builder forms, types of sets, set operations, Venn diagrams.
Polynomials
Zeroes of polynomials, division algorithm, geometrical meaning of zeroes.
Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables
Graphical and algebraic methods, consistency, applications.
Quadratic Equations
Solution by factorisation, completing the square, quadratic formula, discriminant.
Progressions
Arithmetic and geometric progressions, nth term and sum formulas.
Coordinate Geometry
Distance, section, mid-point and centroid formulas, area of triangle, slope of line.
Similar Triangles
Basic proportionality theorem, criteria for similarity, areas of similar triangles, Pythagoras theorem.
Tangents and Secants to a Circle
Tangent properties, length of tangent from external point, segments and sectors.
Mensuration
Surface areas and volumes of cuboid, cylinder, cone, sphere, hemisphere, frustum and combinations.
Trigonometry
Trigonometric ratios, identities, ratios of complementary angles, specific angle values.
Applications of Trigonometry
Heights and distances, angles of elevation and depression.
Probability
Classical definition, simple events, problems on coins, dice, playing cards.
Statistics
Mean, median, mode for grouped data, cumulative frequency, ogive curves.
Mathematical Modelling
Translating real-life situations into mathematical equations and solving.
Physics
Heat
Thermal equilibrium, specific heat, latent heat, evaporation and condensation, humidity.
Reflection of Light by Different Surfaces
Plane and spherical mirrors, mirror formula, magnification, image formation.
Refraction of Light at Plane Surfaces
Laws of refraction, refractive index, total internal reflection, optical fibres.
Refraction of Light at Curved Surfaces
Lens formula, image formation by convex and concave lenses, magnification.
Human Eye and Colourful World
Eye structure, defects of vision, dispersion through prism, scattering of light, rainbow.
Electric Current
Ohm's law, resistance, series and parallel circuits, heating effect, electric power.
Electromagnetism
Magnetic field of current, force on conductor, electromagnetic induction, electric motor and generator.
Units and Dimensions
Fundamental and derived units, SI system, dimensional analysis.
Elements of Vectors
Scalars vs vectors, addition, subtraction, resolution of vectors, dot and cross products.
Kinematics
Distance and displacement, speed and velocity, equations of uniformly accelerated motion.
Dynamics
Newton's laws of motion, momentum and impulse, conservation of momentum, friction.
Work, Energy and Power
Work-energy theorem, kinetic and potential energy, conservation of energy, power.
Gravitation
Universal law of gravitation, free fall, weight vs mass, simple problems.
Elasticity
Stress, strain, Hooke's law, Young's modulus, elastic limit.
Surface Tension
Cohesion and adhesion, capillarity, examples of surface tension in daily life.
Viscosity
Coefficient of viscosity, terminal velocity, Stokes' law applications.
Thermodynamics
Zeroth and first law, isothermal and adiabatic processes, heat engines (introductory).
Chemistry
Acids, Bases and Salts
Indicators, pH scale, neutralisation, common salts and their uses.
Chemical Equations and Reactions
Balanced equations, types of reactions, oxidation and reduction.
Principles of Metallurgy
Occurrence of metals, concentration of ores, reduction methods, refining.
Structure of Atom
Sub-atomic particles, atomic models, Bohr's model, quantum numbers, electronic configuration.
Classification of Elements — Periodic Table
Modern periodic law, periodic trends — atomic radius, ionisation, electron affinity.
Chemical Bonding
Ionic, covalent and coordinate bonds, Lewis dot structures, bond polarity.
Carbon and its Compounds
Allotropes, hydrocarbons, functional groups, ethanol, ethanoic acid, soaps and detergents.
Water Technology
Hard and soft water, types of hardness, water purification methods.
Solutions
Solute and solvent, types of solutions, concentration, molarity, normality.
Electrochemistry — Basics
Electrolysis, conductors, applications in electroplating and refining.
Environmental Chemistry
Air and water pollution, acid rain, ozone depletion, greenhouse effect.
Polymers
Natural and synthetic polymers, addition vs condensation polymers, common examples.