AP EAPCET application process involves registering, filling out the application form, uploading documents, and paying the application fee.
Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agriculture, and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test (AP EAPCET) is a state-level entrance exam conducted by the Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU), Kakinada, on behalf of the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE). The exam is a gateway for admission into various undergraduate courses in engineering, agriculture, and pharmacy in colleges across Andhra Pradesh. If you are planning to appear for AP EAPCET 2025, this comprehensive guide will walk you through the application process, including registration, filling out the application form, and uploading the required documents.
AP EAPCET 2026 – STEP 1
Basic Details Entry & Fee Payment (Detailed Guide)
1. Qualifying Exam Hall Ticket Number
This field is very important as your academic eligibility is verified based on this number.
- Enter your Intermediate 2nd Year Hall Ticket Number only.
- Andhra Pradesh (AP) students must enter their AP Inter 2nd year hall ticket number.
- Telangana (TS) students must enter their TS Inter 2nd year hall ticket number.
- Do not enter SSC / 10th class hall ticket number.
- Do not use spaces or special characters.
- Enter carefully, as wrong entry may block further registration steps.
2. Candidate’s Name
The candidate name should exactly match your official academic records.
- Enter your full name as per SSC or Intermediate certificate.
- Avoid spelling mistakes, initials, or nicknames.
- Name entered here will appear on hall ticket and rank card.
- Any mismatch may create issues during counselling and certificate verification.
3. Date of Birth
Date of Birth is used to verify age eligibility for Engineering, Agriculture, and Pharmacy streams.
- Enter your Date of Birth strictly as per SSC or equivalent certificate.
- Format should be DD / MM / YYYY.
- Wrong DOB entry can lead to rejection during counselling stage.
- Check age eligibility rules before proceeding.
4. Mobile Number
The mobile number is the primary communication channel for AP EAPCET.
- Enter an active and reachable mobile number.
- OTPs, payment alerts, hall ticket download messages, and counselling updates will be sent to this number.
- Prefer entering the student’s or parent’s permanent mobile number.
- Avoid cyber café or temporary numbers.
5. Mobile Number Belongs To
This option is used for record and communication clarity.
- Select whose mobile number you have entered above.
- Options include: Self, Father, Mother, or Relative.
- Choose correctly to avoid confusion during verification.
6. Alternate Mobile Number
Providing an alternate number is optional but strongly recommended.
- Enter an additional contact number if available.
- Useful in case the primary mobile number is unreachable or switched off.
- Helps during urgent counselling notifications.
7. E-Mail ID
Email ID is used for official communication and document sharing.
- Enter a valid and active personal email ID.
- Fee payment receipt and important instructions may be sent to this email.
- Avoid using cyber café or temporary email IDs.
- Ensure correct spelling of email address.
8. Stream Selection
Stream selection decides the exam papers and counselling eligibility.
- Select one of the following options carefully:
– Engineering & Pharmacy
– Agriculture & Pharmacy
– Both (Engineering, Agriculture & Pharmacy) - Once selected, stream cannot be easily changed later.
- Choose based on your Intermediate subjects and career interest.
9. Category
Category selection is important for reservation benefits.
- Select your category: OC / BC-A / BC-B / BC-C / BC-D / BC-E / SC / ST.
- Category must match your caste certificate issued by competent authority.
- Wrong category selection may lead to loss of reservation or rejection during counselling.
10. Sub-Caste
Sub-caste details help in accurate reservation mapping.
- Enter your sub-caste name exactly as mentioned in your caste certificate.
- Examples: Kapu, Yadav, Mala, Madiga, etc.
- Do not enter abbreviations or short forms.
11. Payment Options
Choose a convenient payment method to pay the registration fee.
- Available options include:
– Net Banking (Prime / Others)
– Debit Card
– Credit Card - Convenience charges may apply based on payment method.
- Ensure stable internet connection while making payment.
12. Eligibility Declaration
This declaration confirms that you meet all eligibility conditions.
- Carefully read age, qualification, and stream eligibility rules.
- Tick the checkbox only if you are eligible.
- If found ineligible at any stage, admission will be cancelled.
13. Proceed to Pay
This is the final step of STEP-1 registration.
- Click on Proceed to Pay after verifying all details.
- Do not refresh or close the browser during payment process.
- After successful payment, registration number will be generated.
- Save the payment receipt and registration details for future reference.