AP PGCET Answer Key 2026 Out: Download Preliminary Key & Response Sheets at manabadi.co.in

The AP PGCET Answer Key 2026 has been officially released on May 14, 2026, by the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE). Candidates who appeared for the Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Common Entrance Test (AP PGCET) 2026 can now download the preliminary answer key, response sheet, and master question paper from the official website, cets.apsche.ap.gov.in, or through manabadi.co.in. The answer key is available set-wise for all papers, helping candidates verify their responses and estimate their probable scores and ranks before the declaration of results.

AP PGCET 2026 Response Sheet (Out)

AP PGCET 2026 Key Objections (Out)

AP PGCET 2026 My Objections (Out)

AP PGCET 2026 Know Your Objection Payment Status (Out)

Master Question Papers with Preliminary Keys

Category -I Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

1. 101 – English Click Here
2. 102 – General Click Here
3. 103 – Telugu Click Here
4. 105 – Sanskrit Click Here
5. 106 – Hindi Click Here
6. 107 – Urdu Click Here
7. 108 – Tamil Click Here
8. 110 – M.F.A. Click Here
9. 111 – Humanities & Social Sciences Click Here
10. 113 – Performing Click Here
11. 114 – History Click Here
12. 115 – Political Science Click Here
13. 116 – Economics Click Here

Category -II Commerce and Education

1. 201 – Commerce Click Here
2. 202 – Education Click Here
3. 203 – Hysical Education Click Here

Category -III Sciences

1. 301 – Sciences Click Here
2. 302 – FNS Click Here
3. 303 – Botany Click Here
4. 304 – Sericulture Click Here
5. 305 – Zoology Click Here
6. 306 – Mathematical Sciences Click Here
7. 307 – Statistics Click Here
8. 308 – Physical Sciences Click Here
9. 309 – Electronics Click Here
10. 310 – Chemical Sciences Click Here
11. 311 – Polymer Science Click Here
12. 312 – Geology Click Here
13. 313 – Psychology Click Here
14. 314 – Computer Science Click Here
15. 315 – Geography Click Here

AP PGCET Answer Key 2026: Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati, on behalf of APSCHE, has published the official preliminary answer key for AP PGCET 2026. Candidates can check the correct answers, compare them with their responses, and calculate their expected marks. Along with the answer key, the response sheet and objection submission link have also been activated. Applicants who find discrepancies in the provisional key can raise objections within the specified deadline through the official portal. Students are advised to regularly visit the official website and manabadi.co.in for the latest updates regarding the final answer key, results, rank cards, and counselling schedule.

Latest Update for AP PGCET Answer Key 2026:

The AP PGCET 2026 Preliminary Answer Key has be released on 14th May. Candidates will be able to download the answer key, response sheet, and master question paper from the official website. Students are advised to regularly check for objection dates and latest result updates.

The AP PGCET – 2026 Objection Window will be available from 14.05.2026 at 5:00 PM to 16.05.2026 at 5:00 PM. During this period, candidates are permitted to raise and submit their objections regarding the preliminary key/question paper through the official portal. No objections will be accepted after the stipulated deadline. Candidates are advised to ensure that all objections are submitted within the specified timeframe.

AP PGCET Answer Key 2026- Overview:

AP PGCET 2026 Answer Key release update:

The preliminary answer key for AP PGCET 2026 has released on May 14th, 2026, shortly after the examination. Candidates are advised to regularly visit Manabadi for timely updates.

How to Download the AP PGCET 2026 Answer Key:

Follow the steps below to access the answer key:

1. Visit the official website: cets.apsche.ap.gov.in or Manabadi.co.in
2. Click on the link “AP PGCET 2026 Answer Key”.
3. Select your subject/paper.
4. The answer key will be displayed in PDF format.
5. Download and save it for reference.

AP PGCET 2026 Response Sheet & Objection Process:

Along with the answer key, APSCHE will also release the response sheet. Candidates can:

• Compare their responses with the official key.
• Estimate their expected scores.
• Submit objections if any discrepancies are found.

AP PGCET 2026 Objection Submission– required documents:

Candidates who wish to challenge the preliminary answer key must submit valid supporting documents. The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) will consider objections only if they are supported with proper academic evidence. The fee applicable is Rs 300 for an objection raised on one question, and the same is refundable if the objection is valid.

Valid proof/documents:

• Standard Textbooks:
  Candidates should refer to recognized postgraduate-level textbooks. The proof must include the book name, author, edition, and page number with the correct answer clearly highlighted.
• Official Publications:
  Materials from government-authorized educational bodies are accepted.
• Research Journals:
  Peer-reviewed academic journals can be used for theory-based questions.
• Previous Year Papers:
  Official answer keys from previous AP PGCET exams (if applicable) may be submitted.
• Government/University Sources:
  Information from official government or university websites is considered valid.

Documents not accepted:

• Personal opinions or unsupported explanations.
• Coaching material without proper references.
• Unverified websites or blogs.
• Screenshots without source details.

Important Instructions:

• Clearly mention the Question Number/ID.
• Upload supporting documents in PDF or image format.
• Highlight the relevant portion in the proof.
• Submit objections within the specified deadline.

AP PGCET 2026 Objection Fee:

The objection fee details (if applicable) will be announced by the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education along with the release of the preliminary answer key. In previous years, objections were usually submitted online either free of cost or with a nominal fee per question.

AP PGCET 2026 Marking Scheme:

The marking scheme is as follows:
Correct Answer: +1 mark
Incorrect Answer: No negative marking
Unanswered Questions: 0 mark

AP PGCET 2026 expected cut-off marks:

The expected qualifying marks are:

• General Category: Around 25% of total marks
• SC/ST Candidates: No minimum qualifying marks

Cut-offs may vary based on exam difficulty and overall performance of candidates

AP PGCET FINAL Answer Key & Results 2026:

After reviewing objections, APSCHE will release the final answer key, which will be used to prepare the results.

• Result Declaration: Expected in July/August 2026

Why Check AP PGCET Answer Key?

• Helps in estimating scores before the results.
• Ensures transparency in evaluation.
• Provides an opportunity to challenge incorrect answers.

Candidates seeking information about entrance exams, results and answer keys can visit the Manabadi website for the latest updates and official links.