AP PECET: Exam Dates, Application Form, Eligibility Criteria
AP PECET: Exam Dates, Application Form, Eligibility Criteria

The AP PECET 2026 examination will be held from 03 to 08 June 2026. Its application form has released.The Andhra Pradesh Physical Education Common Entrance Test (AP PECET) is a State level Education entrance exam organized by ANU Guntur, also known as Acharya Nagarjuna University. It is a State-level Physical Education Common Entrance Test (PECET) held by Acharya Nagarjuna University. This exam serves the purpose of facilitating admissions into Universities and affiliated colleges offering U.G.D.P.Ed and B.P.Ed courses. Suppose you’re preparing for the AP PECET exam.

In that case, it’s essential to check eligibility criteria at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in, apply, download the admit card, solve the previous year’s question papers, and check the answer key and result for better preparation.

AP PECET 2026 application form has been released. Scroll down to apply online.

AP PECET

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AP PECET 2026 Exam Date

Exam EventEvent Date
Release of application form or Start of registration13 Feb 2026
Last date to apply without late fee30 Apr 2026
Last date for submitting online applications with late fee of Rs.1000/-15 May 2026
Last date for submitting online applications with late fee of Rs.2000/-25 May 2026
Correction of online application data already submitted24 May 2026 to 26 May 2026
Issuance of AP PECET admit card 202628 May 2026 onwards
AP PECET 2026 exam date for Physical Efficiency and Skill Test in selected Game03 to 08 Jun 2026 at 7.00 am
Reporting time of applicants for Physical Efficiency and Games Skill Test on allotted Test Date6.00 am
Announcement of AP PECET result 2026One week after the last day of tests

Courses

=> B.P.Ed (2 years)
=> U.G.D.P.Ed (2 years)

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates should be of Indian Nationality

Eligibility for B.P.Ed. (Two years): Candidates should have appeared third year degree examination or passed three years degree recognized by any university in A.P. or any other university recognized as equivalent thereto and should have completed 19 years of age on 01.07.2022. However, the candidate has to submit the pass certificate at the time of counseling.

Eligibility for U.G.D.P.Ed. (Two years): Candidates should have appeared or passed Intermediate or equivalent courses recognized by the Government of Andhra Pradesh and should have completed 16 years of age on 01.07.2023. However, the candidate has to submit the pass certificate at the time of counseling.

Application Process

  • Candidates can apply online through www.appecet.org.in
  • Candidates are advised to read the instructions carefully before filling up the form
  • After filling in all the details click on the submit button.

Application Fee

For SC/STRs. 700
For OC/BCRs. 800
Registration feeRs. 900

Mode of Payment

  • The candidate should pay the Registration fee (Application processing fee) through A.P. Online / e seva / mee seva centres or pay directly through Gateway provided in the website i.e. https://sche.ap.gov.in/pecet

How to Apply

  1. Candidate has to logon to official website after release the notification
  2. Candidate needs to click on Online application form link.
  3. Enter journal number and your details like name ,father name,email id .
  4. Upload your photo and signature prescribed size,
  5. Finally submit application and print the application for future purpose.

– Candidates who wish to apply for APPECET are requested to fill the particulars carefully in ONLINE APPLICATION. The required information should be collected from the relevant documents.

– Candidates are requested to check the filled in particulars before pressing SUBMIT button DURING online application. If candidate wish to change, he/she can change selecting the EDIT button. After verifying and satisfying, submit the ONLINE APPLICATION.

– After submission of the ONLINE APPLICATION, if any corrections are to be incorporated, candidate can login to the website with his details and modify the information. If candidate wants to change the information which is not allowed on the website, candidate has to submit their complaint selecting the “Submit Complaint” in Help Desk provided on the Home Page. Data will be changed only if documentary evidence is satisfactory. HENCE, CANDIDATES ARE REQUESTED TO FILL THE ONLINE APPLICATION FORM CAREFULLY

Documental Information can be collected as mentioned below.
Hall ticket Number of the Qualifying Degree
– Marks Memo./ Hall ticket number of Degree

Date of Birth
– Birth Certificate / SSC or Equivalent Certificate.

– Hall ticket No. of SSC or Equivalent examination Certificate – SSC or Equivalent Certificate.

Local Status (OU/AU/SVU/ Non-local)
– The local candidate certificate issued by MRO or competent authority.

Income of Parents (income is less than Rs. 2.0 lakhs or more than Rs. 2.0 lakhs)
– The Income certificate issued by competent authority.
Category (SC, ST, BC. Etc.)
– The Caste Certificate issued by the competent authority.
Special Category (NCC, CAP etc.)
– The Certificate issued by competent authority

Other Information required for filling Online Application
– Recent passport size digital color photograph (size < 30 KB) of candidate for uploading .
– Digital Signature of the candidate (size15 KB) of candidate for uploading.
– Examination Center to which candidate wishes to appear APPECET-2016 exam.
– Gender (Male / Female.)
– Community (Non-Minority / Minority).
– Mobile Number of the candidate.
– E- Mail of the candidate.
– Place where Studied Graduation – URBAN or RURAL area .

– It is advised to visit your allotted Examination Center well before so that you can take examination tension-free.

Exam Pattern

You can check complete details regarding the AP PECET Exam Pattern in the following table.

FOR Men Candidatesa) Compulsory events (No Option)FOR Men Candidatesa) Compulsory events (No Option)
i. 100 meters run100 Marksi. 100 meters run100 Marks
ii. Putting the shot (6 Kgs.)100 Marksii. Putting the shot (4 Kgs.)100 Marks
iii. 800 meters run100 Marksiii. 400 meters run100 Marks
iv. Long Jump/High Jump100 Marksiv. Long Jump/High Jump100 Marks

Selection Process

Selection will be on the basis of Physical Efficiency Test and Skill Test in Game

Contact Details

For more details and to apply online, please visit the official website

Address: Dr.P.Johnson
Convener APPECET
Director of Physical Education I/c
Department of Physical Education & Sports Sciences
Acharya Nagarjuna University
Nagarjunanagar – 522510
Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh

Office: 0863-2346218

Interactive FAQ

Can I apply for AP PECET if I am still waiting for my final year degree results?

Yes, candidates appearing for their final year exams are eligible to apply, provided they produce their pass certificate during counseling.

Is there any written exam for AP PECET 2026?

No. Admission is based entirely on the Physical Efficiency Test (400 Marks) and Skill Test in Games (100 Marks).

What is the qualifying mark for AP PECET?

The qualifying mark is 30% (150 out of 500). However, there is no minimum qualifying mark for SC/ST candidates.

Are pregnant women or differently-abled persons eligible?

Due to the strenuous nature of the physical tests (100m sprint, Shot Put, etc.), pregnant women and candidates with heart ailments are advised not to appear for the safety of their health.

Where can I download the Rank Card?

Rank cards will be available on the official APSCHE website approximately one week after the completion of the physical tests.

AP PECET – An Overview

AspectsDetails
Name of ExamAP PECET
AP PECET Full FormAndhra Pradesh Physical Education Common Entrance Test
More Exams Of This TypeEducation Entrance Exams
Scale Of This ExamState Level
State or Region For Which This Exam Is Most RelevantAndhra Pradesh
(note – this does not indicate domicile requirement.
it only refers to states or regions where score
accepting colleges are situated)
Organization That Holds This ExamANU Guntur
ANU Guntur Full FormAcharya Nagarjuna University
Official Websitecets.apsche.ap.gov.in
Programs or Courses Where Admission Is Through This TestU.G.D.P.Ed, B.P.Ed
Colleges or Universities Where Admission Is Through This TestUniversities and affiliated colleges
AP PECET – An Overview

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