AP PGCET 2026 Phase 1 Counselling Registration Begins (3-8 September): Full Schedule, How to Register & More

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has initiated the AP PGCET 2026 Phase 1 counselling registration process today, September 3, 2026 at cap.apcfss.in. Candidates seeking admission to postgraduate courses across 17 state universities in Andhra Pradesh must complete their registration by the deadline of September 8, 2026.

This phase of counselling is crucial for thousands of qualified candidates as it supports the booking of PG seats for over 150 courses offered by various state universities. The detailed notification for Phase 1 counselling was released by APSCHE on September 1, 2026, outlining the complete schedule and necessary procedures for aspirants.

AP PGCET 2026 Phase 1 Counselling: Important Dates

The APSCHE has published a detailed schedule for the AP PGCET 2026 Phase 1 counselling, detailing each stage from registration to the commencement of classes. Candidates are advised to adhere strictly to these dates to ensure their participation in the admission process.

AP PGCET 2026 Counselling: Eligibility and Fees

Candidates must qualify AP PGCET 2026 and hold a valid APSCHE rank card, while the counselling processing fee and certificate verification schedule vary as outlined below.

How to Register for AP PGCET 2026 Phase 1 Counselling

Candidates must follow a specific online procedure to register for the AP PGCET 2026 Phase 1 counselling. It is imperative to have all necessary documents ready before commencing the registration process to avoid any last-minute issues.

1. Go to the official website for AP PGCET 2026 counselling, cap.apcfss.in.
2. Click on the ‘Registration’ link for AP PGCET 2026 Phase 1 counselling.
3. Enter your AP PGCET 2026 hall ticket number and date of birth to log in.
4. Fill in all the required personal and academic details accurately in the application form.
5. Upload scanned copies of all necessary documents as specified by APSCHE.
6. Pay the applicable processing fee using a debit card, credit card, UPI, or net banking.
7. Review the filled application form and submit it. Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.

Documents Required for AP PGCET 2026 Certificate Verification

Candidates must ensure they have all the mandatory documents ready for the online certificate verification process. These documents are essential for confirming eligibility and securing a seat in the desired postgraduate course.

• AP PGCET 2026 rank card
• AP PGCET 2026 hall ticket
• Qualifying degree memo (provisional or original)
• Provisional certificate of the qualifying degree
• Transfer certificate (TC)
• Study certificates from Class 9 to graduation
• Income certificate (if applicable)
• Caste certificate (for SC/ST/BC candidates)
• Aadhaar card
• Recent passport-size photograph

AP PGCET 2026 Counselling: What Happens Next?

After the registration and certificate verification phases, candidates will proceed to the ‘Exercise of Web Options’ from September 11, 2026, to September 15, 2026. During this period, eligible candidates can select their preferred colleges and courses. A window for ‘Change of Web Options’ will be available on September 16, 2026, allowing candidates to modify their choices if needed.

The much-anticipated ‘Allotment of Seats’ will be declared on September 21, 2026. Following the seat allotment, students are required to report to their allotted colleges between September 21, 2026, and September 22, 2026, to complete the admission formalities. Classes for the new academic session are slated to commence on September 22, 2026, marking the beginning of their postgraduate journey.

Written by Nishit Kumar

Nishit Kumar is a senior EdTech industry leader with over a decade of experience in building and scaling education platforms, shaping their product, content, and growth strategy. At FindMyCollege, Nishit oversees content and editorial strategy, guiding topic selection and content frameworks to ensure accuracy, relevance, and student-first value across the website.

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