AP POLYCET 2026 Counselling - Registration, Documents, Seat Allotment, Fees, Procedure and Online Reporting

Updated By Soham Mitra on 27 Aug, 2025 16:56

AP POLYCET counselling 2026 comprises various stages. Check the details related to AP POLYCET 2026 counselling including dates, process, fee etc. on this page.

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AP POLYCET Counselling 2026

AP POLYCET Counselling 2026: The AP Polycet Counselling process 2026 comprises various stages. After the payment for the counselling, the qualified candidates will have to go for the document verification round to get admission. The OC and OBC category candidates have to pay INR 700, whereas the SC and ST category candidates have to pay INR 250 as a processing fee. Check the complete details of the AP POLYCET 202e counselling process on the page below.  

Candidates should check the sections below for detailed information about the counselling process of the AP POLYCET 2026 exam. 

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AP POLYCET 2026 Counselling Dates

Candidates can check the AP POLYCET counselling dates 2026 in the table below:

Processing Fee and Document Verification

Date

From RankTo Rank

21-06-2026

115000

22-06-2026

1500132000

23-06-2026

3200150000

24-06-2026

5000168000

25-06-2026

6800186000

26-06-2026

86001104000

27-06-2026

104001120000

28-06-2025

120001Last Rank

Choice Filling Dates

Date

From RankTo Rank

30-06-2026 to 1-07-2026

150000

2-07-2026 to 3-07-2026

5000190000

4-07-2026 to 5-07-2026

90001Last Rank

6-07-2026

Change of options from rank 1 to the last rank

9-07-2026

Release of Seat Allotment Results
Final Phase
July 17 to 19, 2026Online processing fee payment
July 18 to 20, 2026Certificate Verification & Option Entry
July 21, 2026Change of web options
July 27, 2026Seat Allotment
July 28 to 30,2026Self-Reporting and Reporting at college

AP POLYCET Counselling Process 2026

Candidates must check the list of documents required for AP POLYCET counselling. The detailed counselling process for AP POLYCET 2026 explains to the candidates the important steps, which will ensure that the candidates do not get confused about what to do once they are called up to participate:

Step 1: Online Registration

To participate in the AP POLYCET web-based counselling, the candidates have to register themselves for the same. For registration purposes, the candidates have to visit the official AP Polycet website and go through all the instructions before initiating the process of online registration. In this step, the candidates are required to create a password for all future activities. Through the account created by the candidates in this step, the candidates are informed regarding the seat allotment and other important things by the authorities. 

Step 2: Uploading of Certificates

This year, the candidates have to upload the certificates online. The candidates must upload the scanned PDF of the following documents:

  • EWS certificate valid for the year 2026-27 for eligible OC candidates

  • Caste certificate submission for BC/SC/ST candidates 

  • Income certificate 

  • Region of study details(AU, SVU etc)

Step 3: Entry of Options/Option Entry

This is the most important step in the AP Polycet counselling process. In this step, the candidates will have to fill out their choices via the available online method. The candidates will be required to enter their choices in decreasing order of priority. The candidates can also find the previous year's rank list data on the same page which will assist them during the process of choice filling. It is mandatory for the candidates to take a printout of the option filling form after submitting their preferences. 

Step 4: Seat Allotment

The seat allotment process will begin as per the schedule mentioned on the official website of AP POLYCET. Various factors such as the category of the candidates, choices filled by the candidates, and the position of the candidates in the merit list will be taken into consideration by the concerned authorities before they finalise the seat allotment. The candidates can check the seat allotment status of the AP POLYCET 2026 by logging into the student’s account page. After the seat allotment is over, the candidates will be issued with provisional allotment letters which must be downloaded by the candidates for future use. 

Step 5: Reporting & Fee Payment

After the candidates are allotted seats, they have to download the provisional allotment letter within the stipulated time period and have to report to the Institute where they have been allocated seats. The candidates have to, first of all, report online and then physically report at the Institute allocated to them. The candidates must be aware of the fact that they need to report both online and physically at the allocated Institute, failing to do so will lead to the cancellation of the seat allocated to them. 

Check the List of Colleges for 10,000 to 25,000 Rank in AP POLYCET

AP POLYCET Counselling Fee 2026

The payable amount as admission fee for AP POLYCET 2026 is divided into Processing Fee and Admission Fee. The AP POLYCET 2026 admission fee payable by the candidates will vary according to the category the candidates belong to. Check out the particulars mentioned below:

Processing Fee Payable During AP POLYCET 2026 Counselling Process

Category of the Candidate

Amount Payable

BC/OC

INR 700

ST/SC

INR 250

Those candidates who will be allocated seats will be required to pay an amount of INR 800/-, which will be non-refundable, as the AP SBTET recognition fee. The candidates have to pay all the requisite amounts via the available online mode of payment.

Tuition Fee Payable After the Allotment of Seats

Institute Type

Amount payable

Private/Un-Aided Polytechnic Institutes

INR 25,000/- Per Annum

Government/Aided Polytechnic Institutes

INR 4,700/- Per Annum

Second Shift Engineering Institutes

INR 25,000/- Per Annum

Know the AP POLYCET Computer Science Cutoff 2026

How to Download AP POLYCET 2026 Provisional Allotment Letter

Here are the steps that the candidates must follow in order to download the AP Polycet 2026 provisional allotment letter:

  • The Provisional Seat Allotment letter for AP Polycet 2026 will be updated on the official AP Polycet website.

  • The candidates have to enter the valid details on the student's login page such as Hall Ticket number, ICR Form Number, Date of Birth and Password and press the Submit button.

  • The Provisional Allotment Letter will be displayed on the computer screen.

  • The candidates have to download the same and carry a coloured printout of the same for the purpose of admission.

Also read:AP POLYCET participating colleges 2026

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AP POLYCET 2026 Certificate Verification (For Non-Verified Candidates)

The candidates must carry the following documents when they will be called up at the Helpline Centres for the verification of documents procedure:

  • AP POLYCET 2026 Hall Ticket

  • AP POLYCET 2026 Rank Card

  • Class Xth mark sheet or equivalent

  • Bonafide/Study Certificate (from Class 3rd till 10th)

  • Caste Certificate (for candidates belonging to certain castes)

  • Income Certificate (from Mandal Revenue Officer dated after 1st January 2026)

  • Certificates related to Sports/NCC/CAP/PwD

  • Transfer Certificate

Check the List of Colleges for 25,000 to 50,000 Rank in AP POLYCET

AP POLYCET Spot Round Seat Allotment Process 2026

The spot round seat allotment process will be conducted by the authorities if a certain number of seats remain to be filled after the Web-Based counselling rounds conclude. The candidates must fulfil the following eligibility criteria in order to be considered for the AP POLYCET 2026 spot round process:

  • Should have passed the AP POLYCET 2026 entrance exam 

  • Should not have joined any Polytechnic Institute via the Convenor AP Polycet Admissions

  • Did not participate in the process of documents verification

  • Did not qualify the AP POLYCET 2026 exam

  • Did not appear in the AP POLYCET 2026 entrance exam

Probable Help Line Centres for the AP Polycet 2026 Counselling Process

Here is the list of probable helpline centres that will conduct the document verification procedure for the AP POLYCET 2026 counselling process:

Name of Help Line Centre

Place

M.R.A.G.R Government Polytechnic 

Vizianagaram

Government Polytechnic

Srikakulam

Andhra Polytechnic

Kakinada

Government Polytechnic

Vishakhapatnam

S.M.V.M Polytechnic

Tanuku, West Godavari District

G.M.R Polytechnic

Bommuru, Rajahmundry

MBTS Government Polytechnic

Nallapadu, Guntur

Government Polytechnic

Vijayawada

Government Polytechnic

Venkateswarapuram, Nellore

D.A Government Polytechnic

Ongole

Government Polytechnic (Women)

Kadapa

S.V Government Polytechnic

Tirupathi

Sri G. Pulla Reddy Government Polytechnic

Kurnool

Government Polytechnic

Anantapur

Process to Surrender/Cancel the Allocated AP POLYCET Seats

Candidates can undertake these steps if he/she wishes to surrender or cancel the allotted seat: 

  • Step 1: Check for dates of surrender on the AP POLYCET official website
  • Step 2: Log in to the application form and click on the “Surrender Tab”
  • Step 3: Submit the surrender form in online mode and take a printout of the same

Note: AP POLYCET Counselling fees are non-refundable

AP POLYCET Seat Allotment 2026

AP POLYCET seat allotment 2026 will be released across multiple rounds via online mode at appolycet.nic.in. Candidates will be allotted seats across the AP POLYCET participating colleges 2026 based upon their AP POLYCET 2026 rank, caste category, choices filled by them and the availability of seats at the respective institutes. Candidates accepting the seats allotted to them will have to self-report online and finally report to the allotted institute to complete the admission procedure. Candidates will also be required to submit the allotment fee of INR 800/- in order to get their seat allotment letter. 

Also read: AP POLYCET Web Options 2026 

AP POLYCET Participating Institutes 2026

During the counselling process of AP Polycet 2026, candidates are allotted to the colleges that participate in the counselling process. Check some of the AP Polycet Participating Institutes 2026 below:

  • Maharaja Ananda Gajapathi Raju 
  • Government Polytechnic    
  • Avanthi's St.Theressa Institute of Engineering and Technology, Garividi
  • Gonna Institute of Information Technology and Sciences    
  • Gouthami Institute of Technology and Management for Women
  • Nirmala College of Pharmacy    
  • Sai Rajeswari Institute of Technology
  • Narayanadri Institute of Science and Technology    
  • Smt. Satrucharla Sasikala Devi Government Polytechnic, Chinamerangi

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FAQs about AP POLYCET Counselling Process

How to select a polytechnic college?

To select a college through AP Polycet, candidates must go through the detailed information related to the college, like infrastructure, libraries, facilities, transportation, etc. Therefore, candidates are advised to fill out the choice filling accordingly to get the best college based on the secured rank.

What is a good rank in AP POLYCET?

A rank between 5000 and 20000 is considered a good rank, whereas a rank between 1 to 5000 is considered an excellent rank in AP Polycet. 

Where can I register for the AP Polycet counselling?

The registration for the AP Polycet counselling process can be done on the official website: polycetap.nic.in

What is the counselling registration fee for AP Polycet?

AP Polycet counselling for the unreserved/general/OBC category is INR 900 and INR 500 for the SC/ST category. 

How do I pay my AP POLYCET Counselling fee?

Candidates can pay the AP POLYCET 2025 counselling fee from the official website of SBTET - appolycet.nic.in and click on 'Pay Fee Online'. Further, pay the AP POLYCET 2025 Hall ticket number and rank and pay the fee through net banking/credit card/debit card.

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