AP ECET 2026 seat matrix for Phase 1 lists 56,203 seats across 240 colleges in Andhra Pradesh, showing college-wise and category-wise availability for B.Tech lateral entry admissions starting July 17, 2026.
Andhra Pradesh Engineering Common Entrance Test (AP ECET) 2026 counselling is conducted by APSCHE at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/ECET. The seat matrix is published before each counselling phase and helps students identify the exact number of seats available in every college and branch under their category. Students appearing in Phase 1 must study this matrix before filling web options to make informed choices based on rank and category.
- AP ECET 2026 Phase 1 web options entry runs from July 8 to July 13, 2026.
- A total of 56,203 seats across 240 colleges are available through AP ECET 2026 counselling.
- Government and university colleges offer lateral entry seats equal to 10% of their sanctioned intake per branch.
- Private unaided colleges offer 20% of sanctioned intake as lateral entry seats, of which 70% goes to the convener (Category A) quota.
- Category-wise reservation: OC 51%, BC 29% (split across BC-A to BC-E), SC 15%, ST 6% with EWS 10% carved within OC.
- Phase 1 seat allotment results are expected on July 20, 2026.
| Direct Link to AP ECET 2026 Seat Matrix (OUT) — cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/ECET |
What is AP ECET 2026 Seat Matrix?
The AP ECET 2026 seat matrix is a document released by APSCHE that displays the exact number of seats available in each participating college, broken down by branch and category. It is published before Phase 1 web counselling to help students decide which colleges and branches to include in their options list. The seat matrix covers seats under the convener quota only — management and NRI quota seats are not part of this document.
The matrix is available on the official AP ECET counselling portal at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/ECET. Students can filter it by college type, district and branch to view available seats in their preferred category.
AP ECET 2026 Total Seats and Participating Colleges
AP ECET 2026 has approximately 56,203 total counselling seats available across 240 participating colleges. These include government engineering colleges, university constituent colleges, private aided colleges and private unaided colleges across all districts of Andhra Pradesh.
| College Type | Lateral Entry Seat Calculation | Convener Quota |
|---|---|---|
| Government / University Colleges | 10% of sanctioned intake per branch | 100% through AP ECET counselling |
| Private Aided Colleges | 10% of sanctioned intake per branch | 100% through AP ECET counselling |
| Private Unaided Colleges | 20% of sanctioned intake per branch | 70% (Category A) through AP ECET counselling |
For example, a private college with a sanctioned intake of 120 CSE seats will have 24 lateral entry seats (20% of 120), of which 17 seats (70% of 24) go to the convener quota allotted through AP ECET counselling.
AP ECET 2026 Category-Wise Seat Distribution
Seats in AP ECET 2026 are distributed across OC, BC, SC and ST categories as per Andhra Pradesh government reservation policy. The table below shows category-wise reservation percentages and approximate seat counts based on total available seats.
| Category | Reservation Percentage | Approx. Seats (out of 56,203) |
|---|---|---|
| OC (Open Competition) | 51% | 28,663 |
| EWS (within OC) | 10% (carved from OC pool) | ~5,620 |
| BC-A | 7% | 3,934 |
| BC-B | 10% | 5,620 |
| BC-C | 1% | 562 |
| BC-D | 7% | 3,934 |
| BC-E | 4% | 2,248 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 15% | 8,430 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 6% | 3,372 |
| PH (Persons with Disability) | 3% horizontal | Across all categories |
Out of the total seats, 85% are reserved for local Andhra Pradesh candidates and 15% are open to students from across India.
AP ECET 2026 Top College-Wise Seat Availability
The following data shows expected branch-wise lateral entry seats in top government engineering colleges for AP ECET 2026, based on 2025 trends. These seats fill quickly in Phase 1 due to high demand from top-rank holders.
| College | Location | CSE Seats | ECE Seats | EEE Seats | Mech Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AU College of Engineering (Andhra University) | Visakhapatnam | 18 | 18 | 12 | 12 |
| SV University College of Engineering | Tirupati | 12 | 12 | 9 | 9 |
| JNTU College of Engineering | Anantapur | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 |
| Bapatla Engineering College | Bapatla | 9 | 9 | 6 | 6 |
| Gudlavalleru Engineering College | Krishna | 9 | 9 | 6 | 6 |
Based on 2025 closing rank trends, CSE branches in top government colleges close within rank 4,200 and ECE/EEE branches close within rank 5,000.
How to Check AP ECET 2026 Seat Matrix Online
The AP ECET 2026 seat matrix is available at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/ECET on the official APSCHE counselling portal. Follow the steps below to check seats for your preferred college and category.
- Visit cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/ECET — the official AP ECET 2026 portal.
- Click on the AP ECET 2026 Counselling link on the homepage.
- Select Seat Matrix or College/Branch Information from the counselling menu.
- Choose the college type: Government, Private Aided or Private Unaided.
- Select your preferred district and then the college name.
- View the branch-wise and category-wise seat count for that institution.
- Repeat the search for all colleges in your shortlist before filling web options.
The alternate counselling portal at cap.apcfss.in also carries the seat matrix and web option tools for AP ECET 2026.
AP ECET 2026 Phase 1 Counselling Schedule
AP ECET 2026 Phase 1 registration opened July 4, 2026 and seat allotment results are expected July 20, 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Phase 1 Registration Opens | July 4, 2026 |
| Phase 1 Registration Closes | July 8, 2026 |
| Web Options Entry | July 8–13, 2026 |
| Web Options Edit Window Closes | July 14, 2026 |
| Phase 1 Seat Allotment Result | July 20, 2026 |
AP ECET 2026 Seat Matrix FAQs
Ques. How many total seats are available in AP ECET 2026 counselling?
Ans. AP ECET 2026 counselling has approximately 56,203 total seats available across 240 participating colleges in Andhra Pradesh, covering B.Tech and B.Pharmacy lateral entry programmes.
Ques. What is the category-wise reservation in AP ECET 2026?
Ans. The reservation breakdown is OC 51%, BC-A 7%, BC-B 10%, BC-C 1%, BC-D 7%, BC-E 4%, SC 15% and ST 6%. EWS gets 10% carved from within the OC quota. PH students receive a 3% horizontal reservation across all categories.
Ques. How many seats does a private unaided college offer through AP ECET 2026 counselling?
Ans. Private unaided colleges offer 20% of their sanctioned intake as lateral entry seats, of which 70% (Category A convener quota) is allotted through AP ECET counselling. The remaining 30% is managed by the college directly.
Ques. When will AP ECET 2026 Phase 1 seat allotment results be announced?
Ans. AP ECET 2026 Phase 1 seat allotment results are expected on July 20, 2026 on the official portal cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/ECET.
Ques. Can BC category students apply for OC category seats in AP ECET 2026?
Ans. Yes. BC, SC and ST category students are eligible to compete for OC category seats on merit. Their category-reserved seats remain separate and are filled independently based on rank within that category.
Ques. Where can I check the AP ECET 2026 seat matrix for a specific college?
Ans. The AP ECET 2026 seat matrix is available at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/ECET. Select the college type, district and college name to view branch-wise and category-wise seat availability for that institution.
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