AP POLYCET 2027 application fee is expected to be Rs. 350 for General (OC) and BC category students and Rs. 250 for SC and ST category students, based on previous years’ trends.
AP POLYCET (Andhra Pradesh Polytechnic Common Entrance Test) is conducted by the State Board of Technical Education and Training (SBTET), Andhra Pradesh, for admission to diploma courses in polytechnic colleges across the state. Students must pay the application fee while completing online registration on the official portal. The fee varies by category and can be paid through online and offline modes.
- AP POLYCET 2027 application fee for General/OC/BC students: Rs. 350 (expected)
- Application fee for SC/ST students: Rs. 250 (expected)
- Fee payable via online payment (card/UPI/net banking) or offline at AP Online/MeeSeva centers
- Application fee is non-refundable once submitted
- Registration will be available at the official portal polycetap.nic.in
| Direct Link to AP POLYCET 2027 Application Form (Link Active When Registration Opens) |
AP POLYCET 2027 Application Fee Overview
The AP POLYCET application fee is paid at the time of online registration. SBTET Andhra Pradesh sets the fee structure, which differs by category. The table below gives a snapshot of key details based on previous years’ trends:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | SBTET, Andhra Pradesh |
| Exam Name | AP POLYCET 2027 |
| Application Fee – General/OC/BC (expected) | Rs. 350 |
| Application Fee – SC/ST (expected) | Rs. 250 |
| Payment Mode | Online (Card/UPI/Net Banking) and Offline (AP Online/MeeSeva) |
| Official Website | polycetap.nic.in |
| Fee Refundable | No |
Category-Wise Application Fee for AP POLYCET 2027
The application fee for AP POLYCET 2027 is not the same for all students. SC and ST students pay a lower fee of Rs. 250, while General, OC, BC, and EWS students pay Rs. 350. The expected category-wise fee breakdown, based on 2026 trends, is given below:
| Category | Application Fee (Expected for 2027) |
|---|---|
| OC (Open Category / General) | Rs. 350 |
| BC (Backward Class) | Rs. 350 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | Rs. 350 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | Rs. 250 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | Rs. 250 |
| PH/PWD (Persons with Disability) | Rs. 250 (based on past trends) |
All fee figures above are based on previous years’ trends and are expected to remain unchanged for AP POLYCET 2027. The official fee will be confirmed once the 2027 notification is released on polycetap.nic.in.
Payment Modes for AP POLYCET 2027
SBTET Andhra Pradesh offers both online and offline payment options so students from across the state can register without difficulty. The available payment modes are:
| Payment Mode | Details |
|---|---|
| Online – Debit/Credit Card | Pay directly on the official portal using any Visa, Mastercard, or RuPay card |
| Online – Net Banking | Use your bank’s internet banking facility via the payment gateway on the portal |
| Online – UPI | Pay using UPI apps like Google Pay, PhonePe, or BHIM on the official portal |
| Offline – AP Online Centers | Generate challan from the portal and pay in cash at any AP Online service center |
| Offline – MeeSeva Centers | Pay at MeeSeva centers available across all districts in Andhra Pradesh |
If you pay at an AP Online or MeeSeva center, note that these centers charge a small service fee in addition to the application fee. This service charge is non-refundable and is collected by the center, not SBTET.
How to Pay AP POLYCET 2027 Application Fee
The steps to pay the AP POLYCET 2027 application fee online through the official portal are given below:
- Go to the official AP POLYCET website at polycetap.nic.in.
- Click on the "AP POLYCET 2027 Online Application" link on the homepage.
- Enter your basic details — name, date of birth, mobile number, and email ID — to generate your application number.
- Select your category to see the applicable fee amount.
- Choose your preferred payment mode — online (card/UPI/net banking) or offline (AP Online/MeeSeva).
- For online payment, enter your card or UPI details and complete the transaction on the secure payment page.
- For offline payment, download or note your challan number and visit the nearest AP Online or MeeSeva center with the required fee in cash.
- After successful payment, save and print the payment confirmation receipt for your records.
- Log back in using your application number to fill in the remaining sections of the form and upload documents.
Keep your payment receipt safely. You will need it when downloading the AP POLYCET 2027 hall ticket and during the counselling process.
AP POLYCET 2027 Important Dates (Expected)
The official schedule for AP POLYCET 2027 has not been announced yet. Based on previous years’ trends, the expected timeline is as follows:
| Event | Expected Date (Based on 2026 Trends) |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release | February 2027 (expected) |
| Start of Online Registration | February 2027 (expected) |
| Last Date to Apply Without Late Fee | March 2027 (expected) |
| Application With Late Fee | April 2027 (expected) |
| AP POLYCET 2027 Exam Date | May 2027 (expected) |
| Result Declaration | June 2027 (expected) |
AP POLYCET 2027 Application Fee FAQs
Ques. What is the AP POLYCET 2027 application fee for General category students?
Ans. Based on previous years’ trends, the AP POLYCET 2027 application fee for General (OC) and BC category students is expected to be Rs. 350. The official amount will be confirmed in the 2027 notification on polycetap.nic.in.
Ques. What is the AP POLYCET application fee for SC and ST students?
Ans. SC and ST category students are expected to pay a reduced application fee of Rs. 250 for AP POLYCET 2027, based on the fee structure followed in previous years.
Ques. Can I pay the AP POLYCET 2027 fee in cash?
Ans. Yes. You can pay the AP POLYCET application fee in cash at any AP Online or MeeSeva center. First generate your challan from the official portal, then visit the center with the required amount in cash.
Ques. Is the AP POLYCET application fee refundable?
Ans. No, the AP POLYCET application fee is non-refundable once it has been paid. Make sure all your personal and academic details are correct before making the payment.
Ques. What payment methods are accepted for AP POLYCET 2027?
Ans. AP POLYCET 2027 accepts online payments through credit card, debit card, net banking, and UPI on the official portal. Offline payments can be made at AP Online and MeeSeva centers across Andhra Pradesh.
Ques. Is there a late fee for AP POLYCET 2027 applications?
Ans. Yes, based on previous years’ patterns, AP POLYCET allows applications with a late fee after the regular deadline. The late fee amount and dates will be specified in the official 2027 notification.
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