AP ICET 2026 Counselling Schedule Released, Registration Begins August 24
The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has officially announced the AP ICET 2026 counselling schedule for admissions to Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Computer Applications (MCA) courses. Qualified candidates can begin their registration for web counselling on August 24, 2026, with the process concluding on August 31, 2026, via the official websites cap.apcfss.in.
This counselling process is crucial for candidates seeking admission under the Convener quota in various universities and private colleges across Andhra Pradesh for the upcoming 2026-27 academic year. The detailed notification, outlining all necessary steps and requirements, is now accessible on the designated portals, providing a clear roadmap for aspirants to secure their postgraduate seats.
AP ICET 2026 Counselling: Key Dates and Schedule
The APSCHE has released a complete timeline for the AP ICET 2026 counselling process, ensuring candidates are well-informed about each stage. Here is the complete schedule:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration | August 24 to August 31, 2026 |
| Document verification | August 25 to August 31, 2026 |
| Web options entry begins | August 27, 2026 |
| Last date to submit web options | September 2, 2026 |
| Seat allotment result | September 7, 2026 |
| Physical reporting at allotted colleges | September 8 to September 11, 2026 |
| Official AP ICET Results & Rank Card Release | May 16, 2026 |
| Issuance of Official Web Counselling Notification | August 20, 2026 |
| Online Verification of Uploaded Certificates | August 25 – September 1, 2026 |
| Modification / Editing Window for Web Options | September 3, 2026 |
AP ICET 2026 Counselling: Eligibility Criteria and Fees
Candidates appearing for AP ICET 2026 counselling must meet the prescribed academic, entrance-exam and fee requirements for MBA/MCA admissions.
| Parameter | AP ICET 2026 Counselling Requirement |
|---|---|
| Qualifying Marks – OC | Minimum 50% in the qualifying degree |
| Qualifying Marks – SC/ST/BC | Minimum 45% in the qualifying degree |
| MBA Eligibility | Recognised bachelor’s degree of at least 3 years’ duration |
| MCA Eligibility | Bachelor’s degree of at least 3 years’ duration, with Mathematics at 10+2 or graduation level |
| AP ICET Qualifying Marks – General/OBC | Minimum 25% (50 out of 200 marks) |
| AP ICET Qualifying Marks – SC/ST | No minimum qualifying marks |
| Counselling Processing Fee – OC/BC | ₹1,200 |
| Counselling Processing Fee – SC/ST/PH | ₹600 |
AP ICET 2026 Counselling: Required Documents
Candidates should keep their key academic, identity and category documents ready for AP ICET 2026 counselling and certificate verification.
- AP ICET 2026 Hall Ticket and Rank Card
- SSC/Equivalent Marks Memo
- Intermediate/Diploma Marks Memo
- Degree Consolidated Marks Memo
- Degree Original Degree/Provisional Certificate
- Study Certificates
- Transfer Certificate (TC)
- Caste Certificate, if applicable
- EWS Certificate, if applicable
- Residence Certificate, where applicable
- Parent’s AP Residence Certificate for non-local candidates
- Minority Certificate, if applicable
- Special-category certificates such as PwD, CAP, NCC, Sports & Games, Scouts & Guides and Anglo-Indian, where applicable.
How to Register for AP ICET 2026 Counselling
Candidates who have qualified for AP ICET 2026 and wish to participate in the web counselling for MBA and MCA admissions must follow a structured online process. The registration involves several key steps to ensure all necessary information and documents are submitted correctly.
- Go to the official counselling websites, cap.apcfss.in.
- Click on the designated link for ‘AP ICET 2026 Counselling Registration’.
- Enter your AP ICET 2026 hall ticket number and rank to log in.
- Fill in the required personal and academic details in the application form.
- Upload scanned copies of all necessary documents, including the AP ICET 2026 hall ticket and rank card.
- Pay the application processing fee online using the available payment gateways.
- Review all entered information and submitted documents before final submission.
- Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
AP ICET 2026: Background and Official Portals
The AP ICET 2026 examination was conducted on May 2, 2026, with the results declared shortly after on May 16, 2026, by Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, on behalf of APSCHE. The current counselling phase marks the final stage for candidates to secure their admissions for the 2026-27 academic year. The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) emphasized what’s key about adhering to the announced schedule to avoid any last-minute complications.
Candidates are strongly advised to regularly check the official portals, cap.apcfss.in and icet-sche.aptonline.in, for any updates or further notifications regarding the counselling process. The online verification of uploaded certificates will also take place from August 25 to September 1, 2026, and a modification/editing window for web options will be available on September 3, 2026, providing an opportunity for candidates to make necessary changes before final seat allotment.
