AP ICET 2026 Counselling Phase 1 Registration and Option Entry Deadline Extended; Check Revised Schedule at cap.apcfss.in

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has extended the deadline for AP ICET 2026 Phase 1 counselling registration and option entry, with the revised schedule now allowing candidates to modify their web options today, September 3, 2026. The entire admission process, including registration and fee payment, is being conducted online through the official counselling portal, cap.apcfss.in, for admission to MBA and MCA programmes across the state.

This extension provides a crucial opportunity for candidates who may have missed the initial deadlines or wish to refine their college preferences. The Phase 1 counselling process, which commenced on August 24, 2026, aims to support admissions into various management and computer application courses for the academic year 2026-27.

AP ICET 2026 Phase 1 Counselling: Revised Important Dates

The APSCHE announced the revised schedule for the AP ICET 2026 Phase 1 counselling, impacting several key dates for aspiring MBA and MCA students. While online registration and payment of the processing fee began on August 24, 2026, and concluded on August 31, 2026, the web options entry, initially set to close on September 2, 2026, has been extended for modification today. Online certificate verification was conducted from August 25 to August 31, 2026.

AP ICET 2026 Counselling: Fee Structure and Process

Candidates participating in the AP ICET 2026 counselling are required to pay a processing fee, which varies by category. According to official information, the counselling processing fee is ₹1,200 for OC/BC candidates and ₹600 for SC/ST/PH candidates. However, another source indicates slightly different figures, stating the fee as ₹1,250 for OC/BC candidates and ₹650 for SC/ST candidates. Candidates are advised to refer to the official portal for the precise fee structure applicable to their category.

The entire counselling process, from registration to option entry and fee payment, is being conducted exclusively online. This digital approach ensures accessibility and streamlines the admission procedure for thousands of candidates across Andhra Pradesh. The APSCHE has emphasized the importance of adhering to the revised deadlines to ensure a smooth and timely admission cycle.

How to Access AP ICET 2026 Counselling Portal and Modify Options

Candidates who have successfully registered and completed their certificate verification can now modify their previously entered web options today, September 3, 2026. This step is crucial as it allows applicants to adjust their college and course preferences based on their rank and other considerations. The modification window is a final opportunity to secure a preferred seat.

1. Go to the official website, cap.apcfss.in.
2. Navigate to the ‘Candidate Login’ or ‘Web Options’ section.
3. Enter your AP ICET 2026 Hall Ticket Number and Date of Birth.
4. Review your previously entered college and course preferences.
5. Make necessary changes or reorder your options as desired.
6. Save and submit the modified options before the deadline today, September 3, 2026.
7. Take a printout of the final submitted options for future reference.

AP ICET 2026 Phase 1 Seat Allotment and Reporting

Following the conclusion of the option modification window today, the APSCHE will proceed with the seat allotment process. The AP ICET 2026 Phase 1 seat allotment result is scheduled to be released on September 7, 2026, after 6 PM. Candidates will be able to check their allotment status on the official portal by logging in with their credentials.

Once the seat allotment results are declared, successful candidates will need to physically report to their allotted colleges. This physical reporting phase is scheduled from September 8 to September 11, 2026. During this period, candidates must complete all admission formalities, including document verification and fee payment, at the respective institutions to confirm their admission into the MBA or MCA programmes.

Written by Nishit Kumar

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