The AP POLYCET 2026 Results were officially declared on May 5, 2026, by the State Board of Technical Education and Training (SBTET), reporting a record-breaking pass percentage of 91.37%. With nearly 1.5 lakh students qualifying, the race for seats in top polytechnic colleges has officially begun. Manabadi is here to provide the most comprehensive, upcoming AP POLYCET Counselling 2026, ensuring you don’t miss a single step in securing your diploma future.
AP POLYCET Counselling 2026: Following the declaration of results on May 5, SBTET AP is preparing to commence the online admission process in June 2026. Qualified candidates must participate in the web-based counselling to secure seats in Government, Aided, and Private Polytechnic colleges. The process includes fee payment, certificate verification at Help Line Centres (HLCs), and exercise of web options.
For over a decade, Manabadi has been the trusted companion for students across Andhra Pradesh. As we move into the admission phase, this guide will walk you through the decentralized web-based counselling process, highlighting critical dates and the mandatory documents you need to keep ready.
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AP POLYCET 2026 Counselling – Quick Overview
| Information | Details |
| Conducting Body | SBTET, Andhra Pradesh |
| Counselling Mode | Online / Web-based |
| Result Date | May 5, 2026 (Out) |
| Counselling Start | June 2026 (Expected) |
| Official Website | appolycet.nic.in / polycetap.ap.gov.in |
AP POLYCET 2026 Results: A Quick Recap
Before diving into counselling, let’s look at the stats that are driving the competition this year. Out of 1,63,008 students who appeared for the exam on April 25, a staggering 1,48,950 have qualified.
Total Pass Percentage: 91.37%
Top Performers: Girls have once again outshined boys with a pass rate of 93.57%.
Rank Card Download: If you haven’t yet, head to Manabadi.co.in or the official portal to download your digital rank card. Remember, Manabadi provides the fastest mirrors when official servers are slow!
AP POLYCET 2026 Counselling Schedule (Tentative)
The SBTET is expected to release the detailed notification for web counselling in the first week of June 2026. Based on previous trends and the current academic calendar, here is what the timeline looks like:
| Counselling Event | Expected Dates |
| Notification Release | Last Week of May 2026 |
| Processing Fee Payment | June 1 – June 10, 2026 |
| Certificate Verification (Offline/Online) | June 3 – June 15, 2026 |
| Web Options Entry (Rank-wise) | June 16 – June 25, 2026 |
| Change of Web Options | June 26, 2026 |
| Seat Allotment Result (Phase 1) | July 5, 2026 |
| Self-Reporting & College Reporting | July 6 – July 12, 2026 |
The 5 Steps in AP Polycet Counselling Process
Step 1: Processing Fee Payment
To participate in the counselling, every qualified candidate must pay a non-refundable processing fee
OC / BC Candidates: ₹700
SC / ST Candidates: ₹250
How to Pay: Visit the official site and click on “Pay Fee Online.” Use your AP POLYCET Hall Ticket number and Rank to log in. Manabadi recommends keeping your transaction ID safe for future reference.
Step 2: Certificate Verification
This is the most critical stage. While most verification is now digital, students with discrepancies or special categories must visit a Help Line Centre (HLC).
Mandatory Documents:
- AP POLYCET 2026 Hall Ticket & Rank Card.
- SSC (10th) Marks Memo & Passing Certificate.
- Study Certificates (Class 4 to 10).
- EWS Certificate (if applicable, issued for 2026-27).
- Income Certificate (issued on or after Jan 1, 2026).
- Caste Certificate (BC/SC/ST).
- Local Status Certificate (for those migrating from Telangana).
Step 3: Exercising Web Options
Once your documents are verified, you will receive a login ID on your registered mobile number.
- The Manabadi Strategy: We highly recommend entering at least 30-50 options. Don’t just pick one college; list your preferred branches (Mechanical, Civil, CSE, EEE) across multiple colleges to ensure you get an allotment in the first round.
- Tip: Use the Manabadi College Predictor to see which colleges fall within your rank range.
Step 4: Seat Allotment
SBTET will process the allotment based on your Rank, Category, Local Area Status, and Gender. On the allotment day, you can log in to download your Allotment Letter. You must pay a nominal tuition fee (if not eligible for full reimbursement) to confirm your seat.
Step 5: Final Reporting
Reporting is a two-step process:
- Self-Reporting (Online): Click the “Accept My Joining” button on the portal.
- Physical Reporting: Visit the allotted college with original documents and the allotment order. Failure to do both will result in seat cancellation.
Documents Required for Verification
Keep the original and two sets of photocopies ready:
- AP POLYCET 2026 Hall Ticket & Rank Card
- SSC (10th) Marks Memo
- Study/Bonafide Certificate (Class 4 to 10)
- Transfer Certificate (TC)
- Caste Certificate (for BC/SC/ST)
- Income Certificate (issued on or after Jan 1, 2026) or White Ration Card
- EWS Certificate (if applicable)
- Residence Certificate (for private candidates)
Important Links
- Official Counselling Portal: https://polycetap.ap.gov.in/Default.aspx
- Download Rank Card:https://polycetap.ap.gov.in/Default.aspx
- List of Help Line Centres: https://appolycet.nic.in/HLC_List.pdf
Note: Seat allotment letters can be downloaded only after paying the seat acceptance fee of ₹800. It is highly recommended to give as many web options as possible to ensure a seat in the first phase.