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The Government of Andhra Pradesh, Commissionerate of Higher Education, has announced the AP EDCET 2026 Counselling Process for admission to B.Ed. and B.Ed. Special Education programmes for the academic year 2026–27. Candidates who have secured a valid AP EDCET 2026 rank and satisfy the prescribed eligibility criteria can participate in the web-based counselling process. Admissions are conducted under the Convenor Quota at state-funded universities, constituent colleges, and affiliated institutions across Andhra Pradesh.
The online registration window was open from October 5 to October 12, 2026. Registered candidates should complete the subsequent counselling stages, including certificate verification, web options entry, and seat allotment, according to the official schedule. Candidates must log in to the counselling portal using their Hall Ticket Number and Rank. A non-refundable processing fee of ₹1,200 for OC/BC candidates and ₹700 for SC/ST/PH candidates is payable online through Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking.
Candidates must keep all required documents ready for verification, including the AP EDCET 2026 Rank Card, Hall Ticket, educational certificates, study certificates, Transfer Certificate (TC), Aadhaar Card, and applicable Caste or Income Certificates. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official AP EDCET counselling portal and Manabadi for updates on web options, seat allotment results, and college reporting instructions. Completing all required formalities within the prescribed deadlines is essential for securing admission.
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AP EDCET-2026 First Phase Counselling Schedule
| Counselling Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification | 01.10.2026 |
| Registration | 05.10.2026 to 12.10.2026 |
| Special Category Verification | 13.10.2026 |
| Online Certificate Verification @ HLC | 06.10.2026 to 19.10.2026 |
| Exercise of Web Options | 14.10.2026 to 18.10.2026 |
| Change of Web Options | 19.10.2026 |
| Allotment of Seats | 23.10.2026 |
| Self-Reporting to the Allotted College | 24.10.2026 to 27.10.2026 |
| Commencement of Classes | 24.10.2026 |
AP EDCET 2026 Counselling Registration Process
Follow the below steps to register for the counselling process:
Step 1: Visit the Official Website
Go to the AP EDCET 2026 counselling portal (likely https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in).
Step 2: Pay Processing Fee
Candidates have to pay a non-refundable processing fee online.
- OC/BC candidates: Rs.1200 (Expected)
- SC/ST candidates: Rs.700 (Expected)
Payment can be done via credit/debit card, net banking, or UPI.
Step 3: Online Registration
After payment, register by entering:
- EDCET Hall Ticket Number
- Date of Birth
- Mobile Number
- Rank
- Category
You will receive an OTP on your mobile for verification.
Step 4: Upload Documents
Upload scanned copies of necessary documents for online certificate verification (unless asked to report physically).
Documents Checklist for Counselling
Ensure you have these scanned originals before proceeding:
- AP EdCET Hall Ticket & Rank Card
- Degree / Provisional Certificate & Marksheets
- Intermediate & SSC Marksheets
- Transfer Certificate (TC)
- Residence Certificate & Domicile Proof
- Caste/Income/PH/EWS Certificates (if relevant)
- Passport-size photographs
- Photo ID (Aadhaar, etc.)