AP EAMCET 2026 Counselling Schedule Out: Registration Starts July 20 at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has officially announced the first-phase counselling schedule for the AP EAPCET (EAMCET) 2026. For students who qualified in the entrance exam, this is the final hurdle to secure a seat in engineering, agriculture, and pharmacy courses across the state.

The online registration process and fee payment window will open on July 20, 2026, and will close on July 29, 2026. Eligible candidates should keep their documents ready to complete their online registration on the official website: cets.apsche.ap.gov.in.

Below is a complete breakdown of the official schedule, registration fees, process, exam statistics, and a highlight of this year’s top rankers.

AP EAMCET 2026 Phase 1 Counselling Schedule

To avoid missing any deadlines, candidates should keep a close eye on the key events of the first phase of counselling:

Registration Process and Fee Structure

Candidates participating in the counselling must pay a non-refundable processing fee based on their category:

• OC / BC Candidates: ₹1,200

• SC / ST Candidates: ₹600

Essential Documents to Upload

During registration, you must upload scanned, clear copies of the following certificates:

1. AP EAMCET 2026 Hall Ticket and Rank Card

2. SSC (10th) Certificate (as age proof)

3. Intermediate (12th) Marks Memo and Pass Certificate

4. Transfer Certificate (TC)

5. Study Certificates (from Class 6 to Intermediate)

6. Caste Certificate & Income Certificate (if claiming reservation or fee concessions)

7. Aadhaar Card

A Look at the 2026 Exam Statistics

The 2026 academic year saw high competitive participation across both streams. A total of 1,82,317 candidates successfully cleared the Engineering stream, resulting in an overall pass rate of 70.52%. Interestingly, female candidates led the engineering stream with a notable 71.65% pass rate.

Meanwhile, the Agriculture & Pharmacy stream witnessed a total of 63,546 qualified students, translating to a much higher pass percentage of 89.59%.

AP EAMCET 2026 Toppers and Ranks

The official results announced by the state education department highlighted some incredible individual performances. Jonnula Roshan Manideep Reddy secured the state’s top position in the Engineering stream, while Shambangi Jaswanth Naidu claimed Rank 1 in the Agriculture & Pharmacy stream.

Here is the list of the top 5 rankers in both streams:

Engineering Stream Toppers

1. Jonnala Roshan Manideep Reddy (Guntur District) — Combined Score: 95.6975

2. Korukonda Sravya (Srikakulam) — Combined Score: 95.5697

3. Vennapusa Praveen Kumar Reddy (Palnadu) — Combined Score: 94.7446

4. Tunga Durga Suprabhath (Palnadu) — Combined Score: 94.6075

5. Tellari Sreyas Reddy (Hyderabad) — Combined Score: 94.3287

Agriculture & Pharmacy Stream Toppers

1. Shambangi Jaswanth Naidu (Vizianagaram) — Combined Score: 92.5398

2. Kudumula Venkata Mahant Akshaj Reddy (Medchal Malkajgiri) — Combined Score: 91.8114

3. Kondreddi Harikadevi Sri Anuhya (Krishna) — Combined Score: 91.7285

4. Katri Satyanarayana (Kakinada) — Combined Score: 91.6805

5. Bantu Dhathrika (Anakapalli) — Combined Score: 91.3631

What Should Candidates Do Next?

With the counselling beginning on July 20, candidates are advised to keep their certificates handy. Since the web options entry phase allows students to choose their preferred engineering or pharmacy colleges, researching previous years’ cutoffs for major institutions (like JNTU Kakinada and Andhra University) will prove highly beneficial. Ensure you enter multiple options during the choice filling window to increase your chances of securing a seat in your preferred course.

Written by Simran

Simran is currently working as a Senior Content Writer at Findmycollege , where she creates engaging and research-driven learning resources for students. She has completed her Graduation in Journalism from Delhi University. With 4 years of experience in the EdTech industry, she has previously contributed to leading platforms like Leverage Edu and Aakash. Her expertise lies in simplifying Engineering and Medical entrance exam content to guide aspirants in their preparation journey. Beyond writing, Simran enjoys sketching, watching movies, and finding creative inspiration in everyday life.

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