The State Board of Technical Education and Training, Andhra Pradesh, has opened the AP POLYCET 2026 Phase 1 Counselling registration window. Eligible candidates can Registration and complete the certificate verification between June 24 and 30 June 2026. The counselling is essential to secure admission into diploma courses across government and private polytechnic colleges in the state.
AP POLYCET 2026 Phase 1 Counselling Registration
AP POLYCET (Andhra Pradesh Polytechnic Common Entrance Test) counselling is the admission process through which qualified candidates are allotted seats in polytechnic institutions across Andhra Pradesh. The process is conducted by the State Board of Technical Education and Training (SBTET), Andhra Pradesh, on its official portal polycet.ap.gov.in. The AP POLYCET 2026 result was declared on May 5, 2026, and candidates who cleared the cutoff are now eligible to participate in the counselling process.
AP POLYCET 2026 Phase 1 Counselling registration is underway. The registration window is active from June 24, 2026, to June 30, 2026. Candidates must complete their registration that including processing fee payment and online certificate verification.
AP POLYCET 2026 Phase 1 Counselling: Important Dates
Candidates must keep track of all the key dates in the Phase 1 counselling schedule to avoid missing any step:
| Counselling Activity | Important Dates |
|---|---|
| Online Certificate Verification & Fee Payment (Registration) | June 24, 2026 – June 30, 2026 |
| Certificate Verification at Help Line Centres (HLCs) (if online fails/requires updates) | June 25, 2026 – July 01, 2026 |
| Exercising Web Options (College & Course Selection) | June 29, 2026 – July 03, 2026 |
| Change of Web Options | July 04, 2026 |
| Release of Seat Allotment Results | July 06, 2026 |
| Self-Reporting & Reporting at Allotted College | July 07, 2026 – July 10, 2026 |
| Commencement of Classwork | July 07, 2026 |
Note: The counselling process comprises multiple phases including a final phase, an internal sliding round, and spot admissions. Those are tentatively scheduled across July–August 2026.
Counselling Processing Fee
Candidates must pay a non-refundable processing fee during registration. The fee varies by category:
| Candidate Category | Counselling Processing Fee |
|---|---|
| OC (Open Category) / BC (Backward Classes) | Rs. 700/- |
| SC (Scheduled Castes) / ST (Scheduled Tribes) | Rs. 250/- |
Payment can be made online through UPI, Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card.
How to Register for AP POLYCET 2026 Phase 1 Counselling
Follow these step-by-step instructions to complete the registration process:
- Step 1: Visit the official AP POLYCET portal at polycet.ap.gov.in.
- Step 2: Click on the “Online Certificates Verification & Fee Payment” tab on the homepage.
- Step 3: Enter your AP POLYCET 2026 Hall Ticket Number, Rank, and Aadhaar Number in the required fields.
- Step 4: Provide your educational details from Class 4 to Class 10, and select the respective districts of study. Click “Get Region” to verify your local area status.
- Step 5: Click on “Get OTP” and enter the verification code sent to your registered mobile number.
- Step 6: Click on “Pay Fee Online” and choose your preferred payment method to submit the processing fee.
- Step 7: After a successful transaction, click the print button to download and save your payment receipt for future reference.
Important: Carefully cross-check all submitted data before final submission. Any discrepancies identified at a later stage may lead to cancellation of the allotted seat.
Step by Step Counselling Process
The counselling process involves the following stages:
1. Fee Payment This is the first mandatory step. Candidates pay the counselling processing fee online. The payment receipt must be kept safely, as it is needed for the document verification stage.
2. Document Verification All eligible candidates must either complete online certificate verification or report to AP POLYCET Helpline Centres (HLCs) for physical document verification. Upon successful verification, candidates receive a ‘Receipt of Certificates’.
3. Web Option Entry (College & Course Selection) Candidates log in to the portal on the scheduled dates and enter their preferred polytechnic colleges and courses in order of preference. After finalising, they must lock the choices and take a printout. Candidates can also visit HLCs for assisted option entry.
4. Change of Web Options A one-day window on July 4, 2026 is provided to modify already-entered choices.
5. Seat Allotment Based on merit rank, category, and the preferences entered, the authorities release the seat allotment result on July 6, 2026. Candidates can check their allotment status by logging in to the portal. Those allotted seats must download their Seat Allotment Letter (fee of Rs. 800 applicable) from the portal.
6. Self-Reporting and College Reporting Both online (self-reporting) and physical reporting at the allotted college are mandatory. Candidates must also pay the required tuition fee at the college.
Documents Required
Candidates must carry the following original documents ready with photocopies to the Helpline Centres for verification:
- Hall Ticket and Rank Card of AP POLYCET 2026
- Mark sheets of SSC (Class 10) or equivalent examination
- Study/Bonafide Certificate from Class III to Class X
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Income Certificate from the Mandal Revenue Officer
- PH / NCC / CAP / Sports and Games Certificates (if applicable)
- Transfer Certificate
Counselling Helpline Centres (HLCs)
For candidates who need physical assistance with document verification or option entry, the following government polytechnics serve as designated Helpline Centres:
- Government Polytechnic, Srikakulam
- M.R.A.G.R. Govt. Polytechnic, Vizianagaram
- Government Polytechnic, Visakhapatnam
- Andhra Polytechnic, Kakinada
- G.M.R. Polytechnic, Bommuru, Rajahmundry
- S.M.V.M. Polytechnic, Tanuku, West Godavari District
- Government Polytechnic, Vijayawada
- MBTS Govt. Polytechnic, Nallapadu, Guntur
- D.A. Govt. Polytechnic, Ongole
- Govt. Polytechnic, Venkateswarapuram, Nellore
- S.V. Government Polytechnic, Tirupathi
- Government Polytechnic (Women), Kadapa
- Sri G. Pulla Reddy Govt. Polytechnic, Kurnool
- Government Polytechnic, Anantapur
Who Is Eligible for AP POLYCET 2026 Spot Round Counselling?
After the regular phases conclude, a spot round will be conducted for vacant seats. The following candidates are eligible to participate:
- Candidates who qualified AP POLYCET 2026 but did not join any institute.
- Candidates who qualified but did not participate in the document verification process.
- Candidates who failed to qualify or did not appear in AP POLYCET 2026.
Note: Candidates admitted through the spot round are not eligible for fee reimbursement.
Where can I apply for the counselling?
Candidates can register and exercise the web option at https://polycet.ap.gov.in.
When will the seat allotment be released?
The Phase 1 seat allotment will be released on July 6, 2026.