AP EAPCET 2027: Exam Dates, Eligibility, Syllabus, Exam Pattern, Cutoff and Counselling

AP EAPCET 2027 (Andhra Pradesh Engineering Agriculture and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test) is conducted by JNTU Kakinada on behalf of APSCHE for admission to B.Tech, B.Pharmacy, and B.Sc Agriculture courses across Andhra Pradesh. More than 3.5 lakh candidates appear every year, competing for over 1.7 lakh seats in around 274 colleges in the state. The 2026 cycle has concluded — the result was declared on July 1, 2026, and the final counselling round ended in September 2026 — so the 2027 cycle begins fresh with a notification expected in February 2027.

• Notification: AP EAPCET 2027 official notification is expected in the first week of February 2027. In 2026, JNTU Kakinada released the notification on February 3, 2026, and opened registration the very next day.
• Registration: Online applications for AP EAPCET 2027 are expected to open in early February 2027 and close in late March 2027 without a late fee. In 2026, the last date to register without a late fee was March 24, 2026.
• Exam Date: The AP EAPCET 2027 engineering stream exam is expected in the second or third week of May 2027. In 2026, engineering sessions were held on May 12, 13, 14, 15, and 18; Agriculture and Pharmacy sessions were on May 19 and 20.
• Result: AP EAPCET 2027 result is expected in the first week of July 2027. In 2026, the result was declared on July 1, with 1,82,317 engineering candidates qualifying at a 70.52% pass rate.

What is AP EAPCET 2027?

AP EAPCET stands for Andhra Pradesh Engineering Agriculture and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test. JNTU Kakinada conducts it every year on behalf of APSCHE (Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education). The exam was earlier known as AP EAMCET (Engineering Agriculture and Medical Common Entrance Test) and was renamed AP EAPCET in recent years. It is the gateway for admission to B.Tech, B.Pharmacy, and B.Sc Agriculture programmes at government, aided, and private colleges in Andhra Pradesh.

More than 3.5 lakh candidates register for AP EAPCET every year. In 2026, over 3.55 lakh candidates registered across both streams, and attendance on exam days reached 93.52%. The exam is computer-based and covers the Andhra Pradesh Intermediate (Class 11 and 12) syllabus. The final rank is calculated by giving 75% weight to the AP EAPCET score and 25% weight to Intermediate (Class 12) aggregate marks.

Here is a quick summary of AP EAPCET 2027:

The exam offers seats across two major streams. If you choose Engineering (MPC stream), you compete for B.Tech seats in government and private engineering colleges. If you choose Agriculture and Pharmacy (BiPC stream), you compete for B.Sc Agriculture and B.Pharmacy seats. Some students apply for both streams if they have taken all the required Intermediate subjects.

AP EAPCET 2027 Important Dates

The official AP EAPCET 2027 schedule has not been released yet as of October 2026. JNTU Kakinada usually issues the notification in the first week of February each year. Based on the 2026 cycle, the expected dates for 2027 are given below. Check cets.apsche.ap.gov.in regularly for the confirmed schedule once released.

Source: APSCHE Official Website — AP EAPCET Important Dates

All 2027 dates are expected based on the 2026 cycle. Confirm the schedule from the official APSCHE notification once it is released in early 2027.

AP EAPCET 2027 Eligibility Criteria

You must meet the eligibility conditions set by APSCHE before applying for AP EAPCET 2027. The conditions cover age, educational qualification, subject combination, minimum marks, and domicile.

Age Limit

You should be at least 16 years of age as on December 31, 2027. There is no upper age limit for AP EAPCET. This means candidates who are repeating Class 12 or taking the exam for a second time are also eligible.

Educational Qualification

You must have passed or be appearing for Intermediate (Class 12) from a recognised board. The required subject combination depends on the stream you apply for:

• Engineering (MPC): You must have Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry as core subjects in your Intermediate course.
• Agriculture and Pharmacy (BiPC): You must have Botany, Zoology, Physics, and Chemistry as core subjects.

General (UR) category candidates must secure at least 45% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination. There is no minimum percentage requirement for SC and ST candidates.

Domicile Requirement

AP EAPCET is a state-level exam for Andhra Pradesh. You must satisfy one of the following requirements to be considered a local area candidate:

• You should have studied in a school or college in Andhra Pradesh for at least 7 consecutive years, or
• Your parents must have resided in Andhra Pradesh for at least 7 years, or
• You must be a resident of Andhra Pradesh who has passed Class 10 (SSC) from a school in the state.

Non-local candidates (from Telangana or other states) can also apply but need to meet specific provisions as given in the official notification. Check the APSCHE notification carefully if you are a non-local candidate.

Other Eligibility Points

• You can appear for both Engineering and Agriculture & Pharmacy streams in the same year if you have taken all the required subjects.
• There is no restriction on the number of attempts for AP EAPCET.
• Appearing candidates (those appearing for Class 12 in 2027) can also apply. However, they must submit their final qualifying marks before counselling begins.

AP EAPCET 2027 Registration and Application Process

AP EAPCET 2027 registration will be done entirely online at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. Based on the 2026 pattern, the process opens in the first week of February and closes in late March without a late fee. Here is the step-by-step application process:

How to Apply for AP EAPCET 2027

• Step 1 — New Registration: Go to the official APSCHE EAPCET portal. Click on "New Candidate Registration." Enter your name, mobile number, email ID, and Aadhaar number to create your login credentials.
• Step 2 — Fill the Application Form: Log in with your registration ID. Fill in personal details, address, and educational details. Select the stream — Engineering (MPC) or Agriculture & Pharmacy (BiPC) — or both if eligible.
• Step 3 — Upload Documents: Upload your scanned passport-size photograph and signature in JPG format as per the size and dimensions given in the notification.
• Step 4 — Pay Application Fees: Pay the fee online through net banking, debit card, or credit card. Save the payment receipt for future reference.
• Step 5 — Submit and Download Confirmation: Review your filled form before final submission. Download and print the confirmation page once the form is successfully submitted.

AP EAPCET 2027 Application Fee (Expected)

Note: The exact 2027 application fees will be confirmed in the official notification. The figures above are approximate, based on the 2026 cycle.

Documents Required for AP EAPCET 2027 Application

• Scanned passport-size photograph (JPG, within specified size)
• Scanned signature (JPG, within specified size)
• Aadhaar card number
• Class 10 (SSC) hall ticket number
• Class 12 (Intermediate) roll number or hall ticket
• Category certificate if you belong to SC, ST, or BC categories
• Valid mobile number and email ID for OTP and communication

Application Correction Window

After submitting the form, APSCHE typically provides a correction window to fix errors. In 2026, this was available from April 11 to 13. You can correct details like your name, photo, or qualification during this window. You cannot change the stream (MPC or BiPC) after the application closes, so fill in this detail carefully.

AP EAPCET 2027 Syllabus

AP EAPCET 2027 syllabus is based on the Andhra Pradesh Intermediate (Class 11 and 12) curriculum. The exam covers topics from both years of study. You should refer to the APSCHE official notification for the full syllabus PDF. Below are the major topics for each stream.

Engineering (MPC) Stream Syllabus

Mathematics (80 Questions)

Mathematics carries the highest marks in the Engineering stream. The major topics are:

• Algebra: Complex Numbers, De Moivre’s Theorem, Theory of Equations, Permutations and Combinations, Binomial Theorem, Partial Fractions
• Trigonometry: Trigonometric Ratios, Compound Angles, Multiple Angles, Trigonometric Equations, Inverse Trigonometric Functions, Properties of Triangles, Hyperbolic Functions
• Coordinate Geometry: Locus, Straight Lines, Pair of Straight Lines, Circles, System of Circles, Parabola, Ellipse, Hyperbola, Three-Dimensional Geometry, Direction Cosines
• Calculus: Limits and Continuity, Differentiation and Applications, Integration, Definite Integrals, Differential Equations
• Vector Algebra: Addition of Vectors, Scalar and Vector Products, Product of Four Vectors
• Probability and Statistics: Random Experiments, Events, Probability, Random Variables, Probability Distributions, Mean and Variance

Physics (40 Questions)

• Mechanics: Units and Measurements, Kinematics, Laws of Motion, Work, Energy and Power, Motion of a System of Particles, Rotational Motion
• Thermal Physics: Thermal Properties of Matter, Thermodynamics, Kinetic Theory of Gases
• Waves and Oscillations: Oscillations, Wave Motion, Sound Waves
• Electricity and Magnetism: Electric Charges, Electrostatic Potential, Current Electricity, Moving Charges, Magnetism, Electromagnetic Induction, Alternating Currents, Electromagnetic Waves
• Optics: Ray Optics and Optical Instruments, Wave Optics
• Modern Physics: Dual Nature of Radiation, Atoms and Nuclei, Semiconductor Devices and Communication

Chemistry (40 Questions)

• Physical Chemistry: Atomic Structure, States of Matter, Thermodynamics, Chemical Equilibrium, Ionic Equilibrium, Electrochemistry, Chemical Kinetics, Surface Chemistry
• Inorganic Chemistry: Classification of Elements, s-Block Elements, p-Block Elements, d and f-Block Elements, Coordination Compounds
• Organic Chemistry: Basic Concepts in Organic Chemistry, Hydrocarbons, Haloalkanes and Haloarenes, Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers, Aldehydes and Ketones, Carboxylic Acids, Amines, Polymers, Biomolecules, Environmental Chemistry

Agriculture and Pharmacy (BiPC) Stream Syllabus

The BiPC stream covers Botany, Zoology, Physics, and Chemistry. Physics and Chemistry topics are the same as the Engineering stream. The biology topics are:

Botany (40 Questions)

• Diversity in the Living World: Plant Kingdom, Classification, Taxonomy
• Cell Biology: Cell Structure and Function, Cell Division (Mitosis and Meiosis), Biomolecules
• Plant Physiology: Mineral Nutrition, Photosynthesis, Respiration, Plant Growth and Development
• Genetics: Principles of Inheritance and Variation, Molecular Basis of Inheritance
• Ecology and Environmental Biology: Organisms and Populations, Ecosystem, Biodiversity and Conservation
• Biotechnology: Principles and Processes, Applications in Agriculture and Medicine

Zoology (40 Questions)

• Animal Diversity: Animal Kingdom Classification, Structural Organisation in Animals
• Human Physiology: Digestion, Breathing and Gas Exchange, Body Fluids and Circulation, Excretory Products, Locomotion and Movement, Neural Control, Chemical Coordination
• Reproductive Biology: Reproduction in Organisms, Human Reproduction, Reproductive Health
• Genetics and Evolution: Principles of Inheritance, Molecular Basis of Inheritance, Evolution and Origin of Life
• Applied Biology: Human Health and Disease, Biotechnology and its Applications, Microbes in Human Welfare

Source: APSCHE EAPCET 2026 Instruction Booklet (Engineering)

AP EAPCET 2027 Admit Card

JNTU Kakinada will release the AP EAPCET 2027 admit card on the official portal before the exam. Based on the 2026 cycle, the admit card is expected in the last week of April 2027 — around 10 to 14 days before the first exam date. Without the admit card, you will not be allowed to appear for the exam at any centre.

How to Download AP EAPCET 2027 Admit Card

• Step 1: Go to cets.apsche.ap.gov.in and click on the AP EAPCET 2027 Admit Card link on the homepage.
• Step 2: Enter your registration number (or hall ticket number) and date of birth.
• Step 3: Your admit card will appear on the screen. Check all details carefully — name, exam centre, and date.
• Step 4: Download and take a colour printout of the admit card. Keep at least two copies.

Details Printed on AP EAPCET Admit Card

• Candidate name, father’s name, date of birth
• Registration number and hall ticket number
• Exam centre name and full address
• Exam date, session number, and reporting time
• Candidate photograph and signature
• General and exam-day instructions

What to Carry to the AP EAPCET 2027 Exam Centre

• Printed AP EAPCET 2027 admit card (colour printout)
• Any one valid photo ID — Aadhaar card, passport, or PAN card
• No electronic devices, books, or study material are allowed inside the exam hall

Top Colleges Accepting AP EAPCET 2027 Score

More than 274 colleges in Andhra Pradesh accept AP EAPCET rank for admissions. These include government colleges, aided institutions, and private universities. Here are some of the leading colleges that fill seats through AP EAPCET counselling:

For B.Sc Agriculture admissions, top colleges include Sri Venkateswara University (Tirupati) and campuses under Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University. For B.Pharmacy, various private and aided pharmacy colleges across Andhra Pradesh participate in AP EAPCET counselling.

Government colleges like AUCE and JNTUK have the tightest closing ranks because of their reputation and lower fee structure. Private deemed universities are more accessible in terms of rank but charge higher tuition fees. Check the fee structure and placement records of each college before finalising your web options during counselling.

AP EAPCET 2027 Preparation Tips

AP EAPCET 2027 is based entirely on the Andhra Pradesh Intermediate (Class 11 and 12) syllabus. If you master the board topics well, you are already on the right track. Here are practical, subject-wise tips to prepare effectively.

Mathematics (Engineering Stream — 80 Questions)

• Focus on Calculus and Coordinate Geometry first. These two areas together account for more than 30 questions out of 80. Calculus alone — Differentiation, Integration, and Differential Equations — can be worth 18–20 marks.
• Practice integration and differentiation problems daily. Speed here directly boosts your total score in the exam.
• Revise Algebra and Trigonometry formulas every week. These topics are formula-heavy and reward fast recall in a time-pressured paper.
• Solve at least 5 previous-year AP EAPCET Mathematics papers. Many question types repeat with slight variations each year.
• In the 3-hour exam with 160 questions, you get roughly 1.1 minutes per question. For Mathematics with 80 questions, practice finishing each section on time.

Physics (40 Questions)

• Electricity and Magnetism, and Mechanics carry the most Physics questions. Prioritise these two chapters in your preparation.
• AP EAPCET Physics is more numerical than theory-based. Practice numerical problems for each chapter, especially Optics and Modern Physics.
• Maintain a formula notebook for each topic. Quick formula recall helps a lot in CBT mode where you solve on screen.

Chemistry (40 Questions)

• Organic Chemistry is highly scoring if you memorise reactions, name reactions, and mechanisms. Make a one-page quick-reference card for each reaction type.
• Physical Chemistry (Thermodynamics, Equilibrium, Electrochemistry) requires formula-based problem practice. Set aside 30 minutes a day for numerical types.
• For Inorganic Chemistry, use short notes on p-block and d-block element properties. These questions reward direct memory recall and are fast to attempt.

Biology (Agriculture and Pharmacy Stream — 80 Questions)

• Biology carries 80 marks in the BiPC stream — it is the most important subject. Cover every chapter from the AP Intermediate Biology textbooks.
• Human Physiology, Genetics and Evolution, and Ecology carry the most questions. Spend extra preparation time on these three areas.
• Write short notes on life cycles, classification tables, and biochemical pathways. These appear as direct-recall questions and are easy marks if memorised.
• Botany and Zoology both carry 40 marks each — do not neglect either section.

General Tips

• No negative marking — attempt every question. Even an educated guess can earn you a mark. Never leave any question blank.
• Start full-length mock tests at least 60 days before the exam. Completing 160 questions in 3 hours requires practice and stamina.
• Your Intermediate marks contribute 25% to the final rank. Do not neglect your Class 12 board exams under EAPCET preparation pressure.
• Use official AP EAPCET question papers from the last 5 years as primary revision material. Questions are directly based on Intermediate topics.