AP PECET 2026 the notification has been out on 4 February 2026 for conducting this exam in the state. Physical test will begin in June 6 in the state.
AP Andhra Pradesh Physical Education Common Entrance Test is the state-level entrance exam for admission to B.P.Ed (Bachelor of Physical Education) and U.G.D.P.Ed / D.P.Ed (Under Graduate Diploma in Physical Education) courses in universities and affiliated colleges in Andhra Pradesh.
Acharya Nagarjuna University will conduct this on behalf of APSCHE.
Current Status (as of early February 2026)
Registration for AP PECET 2026 has started or is in the process of starting very soon. Different reliable sources show slight variations in the exact start date:
- Notification release date- February 4, 2026
- Application form starts- February 13, 2026
Official website → https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/PECET (Always visit this link first — the portal will show the active AP PECET 2026 section once registration opens.)
Application Fee (Expected – based on recent years)
- General / BC: ₹800–900
- SC / ST: ₹400–500
- Late fee stages usually add ₹500, ₹1000, etc.
Exact fee will be displayed on the portal during registration.
Complete Step-by-Step Process to Apply for AP PECET 2026
Follow these steps carefully while applying. Whole process is online
- Go to the official Website Go to: https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in → Click on AP PECET 2026 (or PECET link when activated)
- Pay the Application / Registration Fee (Step 1)
- Options usually include:
- Online payment (Credit/Debit card, UPI, Net Banking)
- AP Online / Mee Seva / e-Seva centres
- After payment, note down the Payment Reference ID / Journal Number
- Some portals show “Know your Payment Status” after payment
- Options usually include:
- Know Your Payment Status (if required)
- Enter payment reference ID / transaction details to confirm payment is successful
- Fill the Online Application Form (Main Step)
- Click on Fill Application Form
- Enter details in these sections:
- Personal Details: Name, Father’s name, Date of Birth, Gender, Aadhaar number (if asked), Mobile number, Email ID
- Domicile & Category: Andhra Pradesh local / non-local status, Caste category (SC/ST/BC/OC/EWS), Special category if any (NCC, Sports, PH, etc.)
- Educational Details: Qualifying exam (Degree / Intermediate), Hall ticket number, Year of passing, Marks / Percentage, College & University name
- Physical Education related details (if asked): Participation in sports/games, certificates, etc.
- Communication Address & Photo & Signature Upload
- Photo: Recent passport-size color photo (jpg/jpeg, 30–50 KB)
- Signature: Scanned in black ink on white paper (jpg/jpeg, 20–30 KB)
- Verify & Submit the Application
- Carefully check all entered information (especially name, DOB, category, marks)
- Submit the form
- Application number will be generated — note it down
- Download & Print the Application Form
- After successful submission, download the filled application form
- Take a printout (you will need it during counselling & for future reference)
Important Documents Needed
You need scanned copies of these documents
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Scanned signature
- Aadhaar card
- Qualifying exam marks memo / hall ticket
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Income certificate / EWS certificate (if claiming reservation)
- Sports / NCC / PH certificates (if applicable)
- Degree / Intermediate certificate
Key Tips Before Applying
- Read the official notification / information brochure (available on the website once released)
- Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria (very important for Physical Education courses):
- For B.P.Ed: Bachelor’s degree + minimum age usually 19 years
- For D.P.Ed / U.G.D.P.Ed: 10+2 or equivalent + minimum age usually 16–17 years
- Physical fitness standards apply (checked during physical tests)
- Apply early — avoid last-minute server issues
- Use a good internet connection and laptop/desktop (mobile is possible but not recommended)
After Application
- Hall Ticket → Released ~10–15 days before exam (download using application number + DOB)
- Exam → Usually includes theory + Physical Efficiency Test + Skill Test (June 2026 expected)
- Counselling → After result, web options → seat allotment
FAQs
This is opening on 13 February and PET and Skill Test in June 2026
The whole process is online you can apply online only
For B.P.Ed (Bachelor of Physical Education): Minimum 19 years as on July 1, 2026.
For U.G.D.P.Ed / D.P.Ed (Diploma in Physical Education): Minimum 16 years as on July 1, 2026
