The AP PECET 2026 Notification has been officially released for candidates seeking admission into Physical Education courses in Andhra Pradesh. The Andhra Pradesh Physical Education Common Entrance Test (AP PECET 2026) is conducted for admission into B.P.Ed (2 Years) and U.G.D.P.Ed (2 Years) courses offered by universities and affiliated colleges across the state for the Academic Year 2026–27.
The entrance exam is conducted by Acharya Nagarjuna University, Guntur, on behalf of Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE). Eligible candidates can submit their applications through online mode only at the official website: manabadi.co.in & cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/PECET.
Contents
- 1 AP PECET 2026 – Key Highlights
- 2 AP PECET 2026 Important Dates
- 3 AP PECET 2026 Important Dates
- 4 How to Apply for AP PECET 2026?
- 5 AP PECET 2026 Application Fee
- 6 AP PECET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
- 7 🔹 1. Eligibility for B.P.Ed (Bachelor of Physical Education – 2 Years)
- 8 2. Eligibility for U.G.D.P.Ed (Under Graduate Diploma in Physical Education – 2 Years)
AP PECET 2026 – Key Highlights
- Conducting Body: Acharya Nagarjuna University, Guntur
- Admission Courses: B.P.Ed & U.G.D.P.Ed
- Academic Year: 2026–27
- Mode of Application: Online
- Exam Date: 03 June 2026
AP PECET 2026 Important Dates
AP PECET 2026 Important Dates
| S.No | Activity | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Commencement of submitting Online application forms | 13.02.2026 |
| 3 | Last date for submitting online applications without late fee | 30.04.2026 |
| 4 | Last date for submitting online applications with late fee of Rs.1000/- | 15.05.2026 |
| 5 | Last date for submitting online applications with late fee of Rs.2000/- | 25.05.2026 |
| 6 | Correction of online application data already submitted | 24.05.2026 to 26.05.2026 |
| 7 | Downloading of Hall-tickets from the website / Through Whatsapp | 28.05.2026 onwards |
| 8 | Dates & Time of Physical Efficiency and Skill Test in selected Game | 03rd to 08th June, 2026 at 7.00am |
| 9 | Reporting time of applicants for Physical Efficiency and Games Skill Test on allotted Test Date | 6.00 A.M. |
| 12 | Announcement of Results | One week after the last day of tests |
| 13 | Test Centre | Acharya Nagarjuna Universty Campus, Nagarjuna Nagar |
How to Apply for AP PECET 2026?
Follow the below steps to submit the AP PECET Online Application Form:
- Visit the official website: cets.apsche.ap.gov.in
- Click on AP PECET 2026 Application Form
- Pay the registration fee online
- Fill in personal, academic, and contact details
- Upload required documents and photographs
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page
Candidates should carefully verify all entered details before final submission.
AP PECET 2026 Application Fee
The registration fee can be paid through AP Online Centers or via Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking.
- ₹700/- for SC/ST Candidates
- ₹800/- for BC Candidates
- ₹900/- for OC Candidates
AP PECET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
The Andhra Pradesh Physical Education Common Entrance Test (AP PECET 2026) is conducted for admission into B.P.Ed (Bachelor of Physical Education) and U.G.D.P.Ed (Under Graduate Diploma in Physical Education) courses in Andhra Pradesh. Candidates must satisfy the age, educational, and general eligibility conditions before applying.
🔹 1. Eligibility for B.P.Ed (Bachelor of Physical Education – 2 Years)
To apply for B.P.Ed, candidates must fulfill the following:
- Must have appeared or passed a three-year Degree Examination recognized by any university in Andhra Pradesh or any other university recognized as equivalent.
- Must have completed 19 years of age as on 01 July 2026.
- Should meet the physical fitness standards prescribed in the official notification.
- Must satisfy local/non-local status requirements as per Andhra Pradesh admission rules.
2. Eligibility for U.G.D.P.Ed (Under Graduate Diploma in Physical Education – 2 Years)
For admission into U.G.D.P.Ed, candidates should:
- Have appeared or passed Intermediate (10+2) or an equivalent examination recognized by the Government of Andhra Pradesh.
- Must have completed 16 years of age as on 01 July 2026.
- Fulfill physical fitness and other eligibility conditions mentioned in the instruction booklet.
Before submitting the AP PECET 2026 Online Application Form, candidates should verify educational qualifications, age limit, and other prescribed conditions. Fulfilling the eligibility criteria is mandatory for appearing in the AP PECET 2026 entrance examination and securing admission into Physical Education courses in Andhra Pradesh.