AP EAMCET 2026 Round 1 Counselling Registration Begins at cap.apcfss.in

The Department of Technical Education and the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) have officially started the Phase 1 registration for AP EAMCET (EAPCET) 2026 counselling. Students who cleared the entrance exam for engineering, agriculture, or pharmacy courses can now register online, upload their certificates, and pay the required fee through the official portal at cap.apcfss.in.

This step marks the beginning of the college allotment process for thousands of students across Andhra Pradesh. Below is a complete guide covering key dates, processing fees, necessary documents, and step-by-step instructions for completing registration.

Important Dates for Round 1 Counselling

Students should keep track of these essential dates to ensure they do not miss any deadlines during the first phase of counselling:

Note: The option-filling portal opens on July 25, but students must register and complete fee payment first to unlock choice filling.

Processing Fee Structure

To participate in the counselling process, candidates must pay a non-refundable registration cum processing fee online:

• OC / BC (General & OBC candidates): ₹1,200

• SC / ST / PH candidates: ₹600

Payments can be made directly on the portal using net banking, credit cards, or debit cards. Once payment is successful, save and print the receipt for verification.

Required Documents for Online Verification

Before starting the online application, ensure you have soft copies of the following documents ready for verification:

1. AP EAPCET 2026 Hall Ticket & Rank Card

2. Class 10 (SSC) Marks Memo

3. Class 12 (Intermediate) Marks Memo

4. Study Certificates (Class 6 to Intermediate)

5. Transfer Certificate (TC)

6. Caste Certificate (for BC/SC/ST, if applicable)

7. Income Certificate or Ration Card (issued on or after January 1, 2023, for tuition fee reimbursement)

8. EWS Certificate (valid for 2026–27, if applicable)

9. Residence Certificate (for private study or non-local candidates)

10. Special Category Certificates (NCC, Sports, CAP, PWD, if applicable)

Step-by-Step Registration Guide

What Happens Next?

• Certificate Verification: Online verification by Help Line Centres (HLCs) takes place between July 22 and July 31. If your certificates pass online checks without issues, you will receive a confirmation message.

• Exercising Web Options: Starting July 25, verified candidates can log in to choose their preferred colleges and branches in order of priority.

• Seat Allotment: APSCHE will publish the Phase 1 seat allotment list on August 6, 2026. Candidates who secure a seat must complete self-reporting on the portal and report to their assigned college between August 7 and August 13.

Tip for Applicants: Register early to allow ample time for certificate verification. If any document requires correction or re-uploading at a helpline center, doing it before July 29 will prevent last-minute complications during choice filling.