AP ECET 2026 Phase 1 seat allotment will be released on July 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM on cap.apcfss.in, covering 56,203 lateral entry seats across 240 colleges distributed as BC (29%), SC (15%), ST (6%) and remaining OC seats filled on merit.
The Andhra Pradesh Engineering Common Entrance Test (AP ECET) 2026 counselling is conducted by APSCHE. Phase 1 seat allotment distributes seats across government and private engineering and pharmacy colleges based on your AP ECET 2026 rank, category, and the college and branch preferences you submitted during the web options entry window (July 8–14, 2026). Understanding the category-wise reservation structure helps you estimate your allotment chances before results are published on July 20.
- Phase 1 seat allotment: July 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM on cap.apcfss.in
- Total seats available: 56,203 seats across 240 participating colleges
- BC reservation: 29% — split across BC-A (7%), BC-B (10%), BC-C (1%), BC-D (7%) and BC-E (4%)
- SC reservation: 15% of total seats in each participating college
- ST reservation: 6% of total seats in each participating college
- Women horizontal reservation: 33% of seats within each category (OC, BC, SC and ST)
- Local area allocation: 85% local seats, 15% non-local (unreserved) seats per institution
- Counselling processing fee: Rs. 1,200 for OC and BC and Rs. 600 for SC and ST students
| Direct Link to AP ECET 2026 Phase 1 Seat Allotment (OUT) |
AP ECET 2026 Category-Wise Reservation at a Glance
AP ECET 2026 seat allotment follows the reservation policy prescribed by the Government of Andhra Pradesh. OC (Open Competition) is not a separate caste — it refers to merit-based seats open to all students. Students holding BC, SC or ST certificates can compete in OC seats on merit and also claim their respective reserved quota seats.
| Category | Reservation Percentage | Who Qualifies |
|---|---|---|
| OC (Open Competition) | Remaining seats after reservations | All students — filled on merit rank |
| BC (Backward Classes) | 29% (split across 5 sub-groups) | Students with valid AP BC caste certificate |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 15% | Students with valid AP SC caste certificate |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 6% | Students with valid AP ST caste certificate |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 10% within OC seats | OC students with family income below Rs. 8 LPA |
| Women (horizontal) | 33% within each category | Female students in OC, BC, SC and ST quotas |
| PH (Persons with Disability — horizontal) | 3% across all categories | Students with disability certificate of at least 40% |
BC Sub-Category Breakdown: BC-A, BC-B, BC-C, BC-D and BC-E
The 29% BC reservation is divided into five sub-groups in Andhra Pradesh. Your caste certificate must specify the exact BC sub-group to qualify for that sub-group’s quota. BC-B carries the largest share at 10%.
| BC Sub-Category | Reservation % | Representative Communities (Indicative) |
|---|---|---|
| BC-A | 7% | Agnikula Kshatriya, Boya, Telaga and allied groups |
| BC-B | 10% | Yadava, Golla, Kuruma and allied groups |
| BC-C | 1% | Christian converts from Scheduled Caste background |
| BC-D | 7% | Vadderas, Chalvalokayats and allied groups |
| BC-E | 4% | Muslim backward communities (not covered under SC or ST) |
| Total BC | 29% | — |
If seats in a specific BC sub-group remain unfilled after Phase 1, they are carried to Phase 2. Seats unfilled across all BC sub-groups after subsequent rounds may be released to the OC merit pool in the mop-up round as per AP government norms.
SC, ST and Horizontal Reservation Details
SC students are allotted 15% of seats and ST students get 6% of seats in every participating AP ECET college. High-ranking SC or ST students who qualify for an OC seat on merit are counted against the OC pool first, keeping their reserved quota available for the next-ranked SC or ST students and preventing wastage.
Three horizontal reservations cut across all vertical categories:
| Horizontal Quota | Percentage | How It Works |
|---|---|---|
| Women | 33% within each category | 33% of OC, BC, SC and ST seats each are filled by female students first; unfilled women’s seats open to male students of the same category |
| EWS | 10% within OC seats | OC students with an Income and Asset Certificate (family income below Rs. 8 LPA) compete within this sub-quota |
| PH (Persons with Disability) | 3% across all categories | 3% of each category’s seats go to students with at least 40% disability; filled category-wise as PH-OC, PH-BC, PH-SC and PH-ST |
SC and ST students with no minimum marks requirement in AP ECET 2026 for ranking still need to clear 40% marks in their Diploma or B.Sc qualifying examination to be eligible for admission.
Local and Non-Local Area Seat Distribution
Beyond category reservation, 85% of seats in every AP ECET participating college are reserved for local area students and the remaining 15% are non-local (unreserved) seats. Your local area status depends on where you completed your qualifying Diploma or B.Sc course:
- Students who studied their Diploma or B.Sc within Andhra Pradesh for the requisite qualifying years qualify as local students for the respective local area.
- Students from outside Andhra Pradesh or from a different local area within AP compete for the 15% non-local unreserved seats.
- Category-wise reservation percentages (BC 29%, SC 15%, ST 6%) apply within both the 85% local and 15% non-local seat pools independently.
How to Check AP ECET 2026 Phase 1 Seat Allotment
The Phase 1 seat allotment for AP ECET 2026 is expected to be released on July 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM. Follow these steps to download your allotment order from cap.apcfss.in:
- Visit the official AP ECET counselling portal at cap.apcfss.in.
- Click the "AP ECET 2026 Phase 1 Seat Allotment Order" link on the homepage.
- Enter your AP ECET 2026 Hall Ticket Number and registered date of birth.
- Click Submit to view your allotment details.
- Verify the allotted college, branch, category (OC, BC, SC or ST), and fee payment deadline.
- Download and print the seat allotment order for college reporting and document verification.
- Pay the tuition fee online within the stipulated deadline to confirm your seat.
- Select your Freeze, Float, or Slide option before the Phase 2 window opens.
Freeze locks your current allotment and you exit further rounds. Float retains your seat but allows upgradation to a higher college or branch preference in Phase 2. Slide allows upgradation within the same college to a higher branch preference only.
Documents Required After Phase 1 Allotment
After Phase 1 allotment, you must complete online self-reporting on cap.apcfss.in and then report to the allotted college with original documents. Missing any document may result in cancellation of your seat.
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| AP ECET 2026 Rank Card | Qualifying rank proof |
| AP ECET 2026 Hall Ticket | Identity verification |
| Phase 1 Seat Allotment Order (printed) | Seat confirmation proof |
| Diploma or B.Sc Marksheets (all semesters and years) | Eligibility and qualifying marks |
| Diploma or B.Sc Provisional or Completion Certificate | Course completion proof |
| SSC (Class 10) Certificate and Marks Memo | Date of birth and basic qualification |
| Caste Certificate — BC, SC or ST students | Category verification; mandatory for reserved quota seats |
| Income and Asset Certificate — EWS students | EWS horizontal quota eligibility |
| Disability Certificate — PH students (minimum 40%) | PH horizontal quota eligibility |
| Transfer Certificate (TC) from last institution | College admission requirement |
| Aadhar Card or Photo ID | Identity proof |
| Passport-size photographs (4 to 6 copies) | College records |
AP ECET 2026 Phase 1 Counselling Schedule
The schedule below is based on the official AP ECET 2026 counselling notification. All activities are conducted on cap.apcfss.in.
| Activity | Date (2026) |
|---|---|
| Counselling Registration Start | July 4, 2026 |
| Document Verification | July 6 to 13, 2026 |
| Web Options Entry (College and Branch Preferences) | July 8 to 14, 2026 |
| Change of Web Options | July 15, 2026 |
| Phase 1 Seat Allotment | July 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM |
| Fee Payment, Self-Reporting and College Reporting | July 21 to 25, 2026 |
| Phase 2 Web Options Entry | Late July 2026 (to be notified) |
| Phase 2 Seat Allotment | August 2026 (to be notified) |
AP ECET 2026 Seat Allotment FAQs
Ques. What is the BC category reservation percentage in AP ECET 2026 seat allotment?
Ans. BC students get 29% of total seats in AP ECET 2026 counselling. This is divided into five sub-groups: BC-A (7%), BC-B (10%), BC-C (1%), BC-D (7%) and BC-E (4%). Your caste certificate must mention the exact BC sub-group to claim that sub-group’s reserved quota during Phase 1 allotment.
Ques. When is AP ECET 2026 Phase 1 seat allotment date?
Ans. AP ECET 2026 Phase 1 seat allotment is scheduled for July 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM on the official counselling portal cap.apcfss.in. After allotment, fee payment and college reporting are open from July 21 to July 25, 2026.
Ques. Can OC category students claim BC, SC or ST reserved seats in AP ECET 2026?
Ans. No. OC seats are filled on merit and open to all students. Only students holding a valid BC, SC or ST certificate can claim their respective reserved quota seats. OC students may qualify for EWS seats — a 10% sub-quota within OC seats — if they hold a valid Income and Asset Certificate showing family income below Rs. 8 LPA.
Ques. What is the women’s reservation in AP ECET 2026 and how does it work?
Ans. 33% of seats within each category — OC, BC, SC and ST — are horizontally reserved for women students in AP ECET 2026. This means 33% of OC seats, 33% of BC seats, 33% of SC seats, and 33% of ST seats are filled by female students first based on rank within each category. Any seats remaining unfilled under the women’s quota in a category are opened to male students of the same category.
Ques. How many total seats are available in AP ECET 2026 counselling?
Ans. A total of 56,203 lateral entry seats across 240 participating colleges are available in AP ECET 2026 counselling. These cover B.Tech, B.E. and B.Pharmacy lateral entry programs open to Diploma and B.Sc (Mathematics) holders.
Ques. What is the Freeze, Float and Slide option in AP ECET Phase 1 seat allotment?
Ans. After Phase 1 allotment, you choose one of three options. Freeze means you accept the allotted seat and exit further rounds. Float retains your current seat but allows upgradation to a higher college or branch preference in Phase 2. Slide allows upgradation only within the same allotted college to a higher branch preference in Phase 2.
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