AP PGECET Results 2026 Out
The AP PGECET 2026 Results has been released on May 14, 2026, by Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, on behalf of the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE). Candidates who appeared for the AP PGECET 2026 examination can check their results and download the rank card online at manabadi.co.in as well as through the official website. The entrance examination was successfully conducted from April 28 to April 30, 2026, for admissions into postgraduate Engineering, Pharmacy, and Technology courses across Andhra Pradesh.
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Latest Update on AP PGECET Results 2026
The evaluation process for AP PGECET 2026 has been completed, and the results are scheduled to be announced on May 14, 2026. Candidates are advised to keep their hall ticket number, registration details, and date of birth ready to access their results and rank cards immediately after the declaration. Along with the results, APSCHE is also expected to release details regarding counselling registration, certificate verification, and web options.
AP PGECET Result 2026
The Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Engineering Common Entrance Test (AP PGECET) 2026 result is an important milestone for candidates seeking admission into M.Tech, M.Pharmacy, Pharm.D (PB), and other postgraduate professional courses offered by universities and affiliated colleges in Andhra Pradesh. The result will display the candidate’s marks, rank, qualifying status, and percentile secured in the examination.
AP PGECET Rank Card 2026
The AP PGECET Rank Card 2026 as also be made available on May 14, 2026, at manabadi.co.in and the official AP PGECET portal. Candidates can download their rank cards by entering their hall ticket number, registration number, and date of birth. The rank card contains important information such as candidate name, marks obtained, rank secured, percentile, and qualification status.
Candidates who qualify in the AP PGECET 2026 examination will be eligible to participate in the counselling process for admissions into various postgraduate Engineering and Pharmacy courses for the academic year 2026-27. The counselling process will include online registration, certificate verification, web option entry, seat allotment, and reporting to allotted colleges.
AP PGECET 2026 Results – Quick Highlights
| Information | Details |
| Conducting University | Andhra University, Visakhapatnam |
| Exam Dates | April 28, 29, and 30, 2026 |
| Preliminary Key Release | May 6, 2026 (Out Now) |
| Objection Window Closes | May 8, 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Result Declaration Date | May 14th, 2026 |
| Official Website | cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/PGECET |
How to Check AP PGECET 2026 Result & Rank Card
Candidates are advised to use high-speed internet and the Manabadi mirror links if the official server experiences heavy traffic.
- Visit the official APSCHE portal: cets.apsche.ap.gov.in.
- Click on the “AP PGECET-2026” icon.
- On the homepage, select “Results” or “Download Rank Card”.
- Enter your Registration Number, PGECET Hall Ticket Number, and Date of Birth.
- Click on “Get Result” to view your marks.
- Download the Rank Card and keep 3-4 printouts, as this is a mandatory document for the certificate verification process.
Important Dates for AP PGECET 2026
| Event | Official Date |
| Entrance Test Dates | April 28 – 30, 2026 |
| Release of Preliminary Key | May 6, 2026 |
| Last Date for Objections | May 8, 2026 |
| Release of Results & Final Key | Soon |
| Rank Card Downloading Starts | soon |
| Counselling Registration | July 2026 (Tentative) |
Qualifying Marks & Ranking System
To be eligible for the merit list and subsequent counselling, candidates must meet the minimum qualifying criteria:
- General / BC Category: Must secure at least 25% marks, which is 30 out of 120 total marks
- SC / ST Category: There are no minimum qualifying marks for SC/ST candidates; they are eligible for ranking based on any score obtained in the exam.
- Merit List: Ranks are assigned based on the marks obtained in the entrance test. In cases of a tie in marks, preference is given based on age (older candidate first) and then by marks in the qualifying degree
Understanding the Role of GATE / GPAT Scores
It is important to note that GATE and GPAT-qualified candidates are given first priority in the admission process.
- Exemption: Candidates with a valid GATE/GPAT score do not need to write the AP PGECET exam
- Priority: Admissions are first allotted to GATE/GPAT holders. The remaining seats in M.Tech and M.Pharmacy are then filled using the ranks obtained in the AP PGECET 2026 entrance exam
- Counselling: There are typically separate counselling notifications for GATE/GPAT holders and PGECET rank holders.
Important Details Mentioned in AP PGECET Rank Card
The rank card is a mandatory document for the counseling process. It contains:
- Name of the Candidate
- Father’s Name
- Hall Ticket Number
- Subject Code
- Marks Obtained in the Entrance Test
- Rank Secured
- Qualifying Status
Admission & Counselling Procedure 2026
Qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the Web-Based Counselling scheduled to start in July 2026.
- Counselling Registration: Paying the processing fee online.
- Certificate Verification: Verification of original documents (Gate/GPAT Rank Card, PGECET Rank Card, Degree Memo, Study Certificates, Caste Certificate).
- Web Options Entry: Selecting preferred colleges and branches online.
- Seat Allotment: Based on rank, category, and options exercised.
- Reporting: Physically reporting to the allotted college for final admission.
Important Links for Students
- Official Result Link: https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/PGECET/PGECET/PGECET_HomePage.aspx
- Download Answer Key (Preliminary): https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/PGECET/PGECET/PGECET_ExamPaper.aspx
- List of Participating Universities: View Colleges
Note: The results will declared soon will also include the Final Answer Key. If there were any valid objections raised between May 6 and May 8, the scores will be adjusted accordingly. Make sure your rank card displays the “Integrated Rank” clearly for smooth counselling