The Directorate of School Education, Andhra Pradesh has officially released the AP DEECET 2026 notification on March 30, 2026. Candidates who are interested in pursuing the 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (DElEd) course can apply online through the official website Directorate of School Education Andhra Pradesh at apdeecet.apcfss.in.
The online application process for AP DEECET 2026 will begin on March 31, 2026, and candidates can submit their applications until April 15, 2026. Aspirants are advised to carefully read the official notification before applying to ensure they meet all eligibility criteria.
AP DEECET 2026 Notification Out
What is AP DEECET 2026?
The Andhra Pradesh Diploma in Elementary Education Common Entrance Test (AP DEECET) is a state-level entrance examination conducted every year for admission into DElEd (Diploma in Elementary Education) courses across Andhra Pradesh.
This entrance exam is organized by the School Education Department of Andhra Pradesh to select eligible candidates for admission into government and private DIET colleges. Candidates who qualify in the entrance exam must participate in the counselling process to secure their seats.
AP DEECET 2026 Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Andhra Pradesh Diploma in Elementary Education Common Entrance Test |
| Short Name | AP DEECET |
| Conducting Body | Directorate of School Education, Andhra Pradesh |
| Course Offered | DElEd (2 Years) |
| Academic Session | 2026–2027 |
| Exam Level | State Level |
| Mode of Exam | Online (Computer-Based Test) |
| Medium of Exam | English, Telugu, Urdu, Tamil, Kannada, Odia |
| Official Website | apdeecet.apcfss.in |
AP DEECET Dates 2026
The School Education Department of Andhra Pradesh has released the AP DEECET 2026 notification date along with all admission events schedule. Despite the official DEECET exam date 2026 AP, candidates can attend the events from the tentative dates below.
AP DEECET 2026 Admission Dates
| Events | Dates |
| Download of AP DIET notification 2026 | March 30, 2026 |
| Payment of fees through payment gateway | March 31 to April 15, 2026 |
| Start of online registration | March 31, 2026 |
| Last to to fill the AP DEECET application | April 15, 2026 |
| Availability of help desk services on all working days | March 31, 2026 |
| Release of AP DEECET 2025 hall ticket | May 2026 |
| AP DEECET 2026 exam date | May 2026 |
| AP DEECET answer key 2026 | June 2026 |
| Declaration of results for AP DEd entrance exam 2026 | June 2026 |
| AP DEECET counselling phase 1 | July 2026 |
| AP DEECET web options | July 2026 |
| Seat allotment | July 2026 |
| Verification of certificates at DIETs and issue of Final Admission letter | July 2026 |
| Phase 2 Dates | |
| AP DEECET phase 2 web options | August 2026 |
| AP DEECET phase 2 allotment 2026 | August 2026 |
| Verification of certificates at DIETs and issue of Final Admission letter | August 2026 |
| Phase 3 Dates | |
| AP DEECET phase 2 web options | August 2026 |
| AP DEECET phase 2 allotment 2026 | September 2026 |
| Verification of certificates at DIETs and issue of Final Admission letter | September 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for AP DEECET 2026, candidates must:
- Have passed Class 12 (Intermediate) or equivalent examination
- Secure the minimum qualifying marks as prescribed
- There is no upper age limit to apply for the exam
Admission Process
The admission process for AP DEECET 2026 includes the following stages:
- Online Application Submission
- Entrance Examination (CBT Mode)
- Result Declaration
- Counselling Process
- Seat Allotment
Candidates who qualify in the entrance test will be called for counselling, where seats will be allotted based on merit and availability.
Why Choose AP DEECET?
AP DEECET is a gateway for candidates aspiring to build a career in teaching at the elementary level. The DElEd course equips students with essential teaching skills and pedagogical knowledge required for primary education.