APDHTE 2026: Diploma Seat Allotment, PCB Group Registration, Counselling and Admission Dates

APDHTE 2026 — the Directorate of Higher and Technical Education, Arunachal Pradesh — is the state authority that manages admissions to Diploma Engineering, Degree Engineering (B.Tech/B.Arch/B.Pharmacy), and PCB Group medical courses (MBBS/BDS/BAMS/BHMS/B.Sc Nursing) for the 2026–27 academic session across Arunachal Pradesh. The Diploma 1st Round Seat Allotment was declared on June 16, 2026, and candidate reporting is currently underway until June 26, 2026. PCB Group Courses registration — for NEET-based medical admissions — has not yet started and is expected to open in July 2026.

• Diploma 1st Round Reporting: Candidates allotted a seat in the APDHTE Diploma 1st Round must report to their polytechnic between June 17 and June 26, 2026. The allotment result was published on June 16, 2026, based on Class 10 merit (best five subjects). Candidates who do not report within this window will forfeit their allotted seat.
• Diploma 2nd Round Allotment: The 2nd round seat allotment is expected in the last week of June or early July 2026. In the 2025 cycle, the 2nd round was conducted on July 4, 2025. Candidates who did not receive their preferred branch or college in Round 1 will get a fresh chance based on vacancies released from Round 1.
• PCB Group Courses Registration: Online registration for NEET-based MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, and B.Sc Nursing admissions has not opened yet. The Information Brochure is listed as "Coming Soon" on apdhte.nic.in. In 2025, registration opened on July 24, 2025. There are 85 state-quota MBBS seats available at TRIHMS, Naharlagun.
• Degree Engineering Spot Counselling: Spot round counselling for B.Tech, B.Arch, and B.Pharmacy degree admissions is expected in July 2026. APDHTE will publish the schedule on apdhte.nic.in once seat vacancies are confirmed after the main rounds.

What is APDHTE? (Directorate of Higher and Technical Education, Arunachal Pradesh)

The Directorate of Higher and Technical Education (DHTE), Arunachal Pradesh — commonly called APDHTE — is the nodal government body under the Ministry of Education, Government of Arunachal Pradesh. Headquartered in Itanagar, it is responsible for regulating and conducting admissions to all professional and technical courses in the state. This includes engineering polytechnics, degree engineering colleges, pharmacy, medical colleges, nursing institutions, and other allied health programmes.

APDHTE manages three distinct admission streams every year:

• Diploma — PCM Group: 3-year Diploma in Engineering and Technology, Diploma in Pharmacy, and Diploma in Hotel Management & Catering Technology. The technical arm for these admissions is APSCTE (Arunachal Pradesh State Council for Technical Education). In 2026, the APJEE written entrance exam is not being conducted — admissions are purely merit-based on Class 10 marks.
• Degree Engineering — PCM Group: B.Tech, B.Arch, and B.Pharmacy programmes at government and private engineering colleges. Admissions are based on JEE Main 2026 scores.
• PCB Group (Medical & Allied Health): MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, B.Sc Nursing, and B.Pharmacy (PCB stream) admissions based on NEET UG 2026 scores. The main medical institution is TRIHMS (Tomo Riba Institute of Health and Medical Sciences), Naharlagun.

All official notices, merit lists, seat allotment results, and registration portals for APDHTE 2026 are published at the official website apdhte.nic.in.

Source: APDHTE Official Website — apdhte.nic.in

APJEE 2026 Non-Conduct: What Changed for Diploma Admission?

One of the biggest changes in APDHTE 2026 is the cancellation of the APJEE written entrance examination for Diploma admissions. DHTE (Directorate of Higher and Technical Education) issued an official "Non-Conduct of APJEE 2026" circular, confirming that no written test will be held this year for admission to 3-year Diploma Engineering and other PCM Group polytechnic programmes.

Why Was APJEE 2026 Not Conducted?

APDHTE has not publicly stated a single reason for the non-conduct circular. In previous years, the APJEE was held as a 75-question paper-based test covering Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. The decision to move to direct Class 10 merit in 2026 simplifies the process for students and reduces the logistical burden of organising a state-level entrance exam in a geographically challenging region like Arunachal Pradesh.

What This Means for Students

• There is no entrance exam to prepare for or appear in. Your Class 10 board marks are the only basis for ranking.
• The merit list is based on the best five subjects in your Class 10 qualifying examination, with Mathematics and Science as mandatory inclusions for Engineering Diploma courses.
• Candidates who scored well in their Class 10 board exams have a strong advantage, irrespective of entrance exam preparation.
• Registration was open from April 24 to May 30, 2026, and is now closed. If you registered, you are already in the allotment process.

This change applies only to Diploma (PCM Group) admissions in 2026. Degree Engineering still requires JEE Main, and PCB Group (MBBS/BDS/BAMS) admissions still require NEET UG qualification. There is no change in those streams.

Will APJEE Come Back in 2027?

APDHTE has not announced any long-term policy on this. The non-conduct circular is for 2026 only. It is likely the authority will review results of the merit-based process before deciding on 2027. Students targeting 2027 should monitor apdhte.nic.in for any fresh exam notification.

APDHTE 2026 Important Dates

The table below lists all key APDHTE 2026 events across Diploma, Degree Engineering, and PCB Group streams. Upcoming events appear first (in chronological order), followed by past events.

Diploma 1st Round Reporting is ongoing from June 17 to June 26, 2026. Candidates must report to their allotted polytechnic before June 26 to secure their seat.

Source: apdhte.nic.in — Official Notices and Circulars, 2026

APDHTE 2026 Eligibility Criteria

APDHTE 2026 sets separate academic and domicile eligibility requirements for each admission stream. You must meet all conditions specific to the stream you are applying for — domicile eligibility is mandatory for every stream.

Domicile Eligibility (Applicable to All Streams)

All APDHTE 2026 admissions are reserved for two categories of candidates from Arunachal Pradesh:

• Category I (APST): Candidates who are Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST) members by birth. They get priority in seat reservation across all streams.
• Category II (Non-APST): Includes children of Non-APST employees of the State Government, Central Government, or Central Public Sector Undertakings currently serving in Arunachal Pradesh. Also includes candidates — of any background — who have resided continuously in Arunachal Pradesh for 3 or more years AND have passed their qualifying examination from a school within Arunachal Pradesh.

Diploma Engineering (PCM Group) Eligibility

• Must have passed Class 10 from a recognised board (CBSE, ICSE, NBSE, or any State Board recognised by COBSE).
• English, Mathematics, and Science must be compulsory subjects in Class 10 for Engineering courses.
• For Diploma in Pharmacy: Class 10 pass with Science (Biology or PCB preferred).
• For Diploma in Hotel Management & Catering Technology: Class 10 pass from any stream.
• Minimum age: 15 years as of the date of admission. SC/ST candidates get a 3-year relaxation (minimum 12 years).

Degree Engineering (B.Tech / B.Arch / B.Pharmacy) Eligibility

• Must have passed Class 12 (or equivalent) from a recognised board with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects for B.Tech.
• Minimum 45% aggregate marks in PCM for General/EWS candidates; 40% for SC/ST candidates.
• Must have a valid JEE Main 2026 score. The rank will be used for merit preparation in counselling.
• For B.Arch: Class 12 pass + qualifying score in JEE Main 2026 Paper 2A, or a valid NATA score.
• For B.Pharmacy (PCM stream): Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics or Biology, + relevant qualifying exam score.

PCB Group (MBBS / BDS / BAMS / BHMS / B.Sc Nursing) Eligibility

• Must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) as core subjects from a recognised board.
• Minimum 50% aggregate marks in PCB for General/EWS candidates; 40% for SC/ST/OBC candidates; 45% for General-PwD candidates.
• Must have qualified NEET UG 2026 (exam held May 3, 2026). Qualifying means scoring at or above the NEET qualifying percentile for your category.
• Minimum age: 17 years as of December 31, 2026. No upper age limit (as per Supreme Court order).
• Must meet the AP domicile requirement (Category I or Category II as above).

Arunachal Pradesh domicile proof is mandatory for all APDHTE 2026 admissions. Candidates without a valid Category Certificate or domicile proof cannot participate in any counselling round.

APDHTE Degree Engineering Admission 2026 (JEE Main Based)

For B.Tech, B.Arch, and B.Pharmacy degree-level programmes, APDHTE 2026 uses JEE Main 2026 scores as the basis for merit preparation. Candidates who have qualified JEE Main 2026 and meet Class 12 PCM eligibility can apply for APDHTE degree-level counselling through the official portal.

Degree Engineering Courses Under APDHTE 2026

• B.Tech (4 Years): Available branches include Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, and Electronics & Communication Engineering. Admission based on JEE Main 2026 Paper 1 score combined with Class 12 PCM merit.
• B.Arch (5 Years): Admission based on JEE Main 2026 Paper 2A score or NATA (National Aptitude Test in Architecture) score, with Class 12 pass as minimum.
• B.Pharmacy (4 Years): Admission based on Class 12 PCM or PCB merit and relevant entrance score. Confirm stream-specific norms in the official counselling notification.

Current Status of Degree Engineering Counselling (June 2026)

APDHTE has issued a notification for spot round counselling for Degree Engineering programmes to fill vacant seats. As of June 18, 2026, exact dates have not been announced. You must monitor apdhte.nic.in for the spot round schedule. Spot rounds are typically open to all eligible candidates who could not secure a seat in earlier rounds.

To participate in the Degree Engineering spot round, you must have:

• A valid JEE Main 2026 score card with a qualifying rank
• Class 12 PCM with minimum 45% marks (40% for SC/ST candidates)
• Valid AP domicile Certificate (Category I or Category II)
• All original documents ready for on-the-spot verification at the counselling venue

APDHTE PCB Group Admission 2026 (NEET UG Based)

The PCB Group under APDHTE covers admissions to MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, B.Sc Nursing, and B.Pharmacy (PCB stream) for Arunachal Pradesh state-quota seats. This counselling is conducted entirely by APDHTE based on NEET UG 2026 scores and AP domicile eligibility.

PCB Group Courses 2026 registration has NOT started as of June 18, 2026. The Information Brochure is marked "Coming Soon" on apdhte.nic.in. Based on the 2025 pattern, registration is expected to open in July 2026 after NEET result processing.

Medical and Allied Health Seats Available (State Quota 2026)

NEET UG 2026 Qualifying Cutoff for AP State Counselling

• General / EWS: Must score at or above the 50th percentile in NEET UG 2026.
• SC / ST / OBC: Must score at or above the 40th percentile.
• General-PwD: Must score at or above the 45th percentile.
• APST (Category I) candidates may be considered at relaxed percentile thresholds depending on seat availability and APDHTE norms — check the PCB Group 2026 brochure once released.

PCB Group 2025 Schedule (Reference for 2026 Timing)

• Round 1 Registration: July 24–30, 2025 (7-day window)
• Document Upload: July 25–31, 2025
• Choice Filling: August 1–7, 2025
• Round 1 Allotment: August 8, 2025
• Round 1 Reporting: August 11–14, 2025
• Round 2 Allotment: August 15, 2025

The 2026 cycle is expected to follow a similar timeline — registration in late July, choice filling in early August, and allotment by mid-August 2026. The exact schedule will be in the PCB Group Information Brochure when published.

Source: APDHTE NEET 2025 State Counselling Information Brochure

APDHTE 2026: Registration and Application Process

All APDHTE 2026 registrations are done online through the official portal at apdhte.nic.in. Each admission stream has its own registration window and process. Below is a step-by-step guide for both Diploma and PCB Group registrations.

Diploma Registration Process (Registration Now Closed — April 24 to May 30, 2026)

The Diploma registration window has closed. Candidates who registered are now in the allotment and reporting phase. For reference, the process involved these steps:

1. Visit apdhte.nic.in and click on the APJEE Diploma 2026 registration link.
2. Fill in your name, gender, date of birth, category (APST / Non-APST), and domicile details.
3. Enter your Class 10 subject-wise marks. The system automatically computes best five subjects for merit.
4. Upload a passport-size photograph (JPEG, max 25 KB) and your signature (JPEG, max 25 KB).
5. Pay the application fee of ₹700 online through net banking, UPI, or debit card.
6. Submit the form and save a printout or PDF of the confirmation page with your application number.

PCB Group Registration Process (Expected July 2026)

Once APDHTE releases the PCB Group 2026 notification and Information Brochure, the registration will follow these steps:

1. Download the Information Brochure from apdhte.nic.in and read all eligibility and schedule details carefully.
2. Register on the portal using your NEET UG 2026 Roll Number and date of birth.
3. Fill in your personal information, domicile details, category (APST / Non-APST), and your NEET 2026 score and rank.
4. Upload all required documents: Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets, NEET 2026 rank card, category certificate, AP domicile certificate, passport-size photograph, and PwD certificate if applicable.
5. Pay the registration fee (₹500 as per 2025 brochure; 2026 fee will be confirmed in the new brochure) online.
6. After document verification by APDHTE, proceed to the choice filling window to enter your college and course preferences in order of priority.

Choices, once locked, cannot be changed. Fill in all courses and colleges you are willing to accept, ordered from most preferred to least preferred. Candidates who lock fewer choices have a lower chance of securing allotment in both rounds.

APDHTE 2026: Participating Colleges and Available Seats

APDHTE manages admissions across government polytechnics, degree engineering colleges, and medical institutions spread across Arunachal Pradesh. The state’s geography — with districts ranging from sea-level plains to high Himalayan valleys — means colleges are distributed across multiple districts to ensure access.

Government Polytechnic Colleges (Diploma — PCM Group)

Offline application forms for Diploma 2026 were also available at all these polytechnics for candidates who could not apply online. Spot counselling for remaining seats, if any, is also typically held at Rajiv Gandhi Government Polytechnic, Itanagar.

Medical and Allied Health Institutions (PCB Group — NEET Based)

The complete seat matrix — including institution-wise and category-wise seat breakdown — for PCB Group 2026 will be published in the Information Brochure once APDHTE releases it on apdhte.nic.in. Keep checking the official website for this update.

APDHTE 2026: Reservation Policy

APDHTE follows a state-specific two-category reservation system based on domicile and tribal status. This applies uniformly to Diploma, Degree Engineering, and PCB Group admissions in 2026.

For MBBS admission at TRIHMS, the split is:

• 85 seats go to state-quota candidates (AP domicile, Category I and II), sub-divided based on APST and Non-APST norms.
• 15 seats from TRIHMS are allotted to the All India Quota (AIQ) and are managed by MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) at the national level — these are outside APDHTE’s counselling scope.

Within Category I (APST), further sub-reservations may apply for specific scheduled tribes from different districts of Arunachal Pradesh. These sub-tribe specific allocations are detailed in the annual Information Brochure. You should download and read the PCB Group 2026 brochure carefully before filling your choices.

Your Category Certificate must be issued by a competent authority within Arunachal Pradesh. Certificates issued by authorities outside the state are not accepted for Category I classification. Submission of a forged or invalid certificate leads to cancellation of admission.

APDHTE 2026: Documents Required

You must upload scanned copies of these documents during online registration. Keep all originals ready for physical verification at the time of reporting to the allotted institution.

For Diploma (PCM Group) Admission

• Class 10 mark sheet (all subjects clearly visible) — original and photocopy
• Class 10 pass certificate or admit card (for date of birth proof)
• Category Certificate — APST certificate for Category I candidates; employment certificate of parent for government employees (Category II)
• AP Domicile Certificate (for Non-APST Category II candidates — confirming 3+ years residence and AP school study)
• Passport-size photograph (recent, colour, JPEG format, max 25 KB)
• Signature image (black ink on white paper, JPEG, max 25 KB)
• Security Deposit Receipt of ₹3,000 — this is paid at the time of physical reporting, not during online registration

For PCB Group (MBBS / BDS / BAMS) Admission

• NEET UG 2026 Scorecard / Rank Card (downloaded from nta.ac.in after result)
• NEET UG 2026 Admit Card (as additional identification)
• Class 10 mark sheet and pass certificate
• Class 12 mark sheet (with PCB subjects clearly listed and marks in each)
• Category Certificate (APST certificate for Category I; relevant proof for Category II)
• AP Domicile Certificate
• Passport-size photographs — 4 recent colour copies
• PwD (Persons with Disability) certificate, if applicable (from a notified medical authority)
• Security Deposit Receipt of ₹5,000 for MBBS/BDS/BAMS (₹3,000 for B.Sc Nursing and others) — paid at reporting time

Documents must be uploaded in the format and file size specified in the brochure. Non-compliance or mismatch of information can lead to rejection of the application. Verify all uploaded documents before final submission.

APJEE Previous Year Data and Statistics (2025)

Since the APJEE written exam was not conducted in 2026, it helps to understand how the 2025 process worked — especially for Diploma courses — to know what kind of competition you are up against and what the counselling patterns look like.

APJEE Diploma 2025: Exam Pattern (For Reference)

APDHTE NEET State Counselling 2025: Reference Dates

The 2025 PCB Group Counselling timeline provides a reliable reference for when 2026 dates can be expected:

• Round 1 Registration: July 24–30, 2025 (7-day window)
• Document Upload: July 25–31, 2025
• Choice Filling: August 1–7, 2025
• Round 1 Allotment: August 8, 2025
• Round 1 Reporting: August 11–14, 2025
• Round 2 Allotment: August 15, 2025

For 2026, expect PCB Group registration in the last week of July 2026, choice filling in early August, and the first allotment by the second week of August 2026 — based on this 2025 pattern.

Source: apdhte.nic.in — APJEE and NEET Counselling Archives 2025

APDHTE 2026: Preparation Tips

Since the three APDHTE 2026 admission streams are based on Class 10 merit, JEE Main, and NEET respectively, your preparation approach depends on which stream you are targeting. Here are practical tips for each.

For Class 10 Students Targeting Diploma (PCM Group — 2027 Cycle)

• Score as high as possible in Mathematics and Science: These two are mandatory for merit computation in Engineering Diplomas. A single extra mark here can change your rank significantly in a small-state merit list like AP’s.
• NCERT is the foundation: If you are on a CBSE, NBSE (Nagaland Board), or an NCERT-aligned state board, master NCERT textbooks cover to cover. Most Class 10 boards draw 70–80% of their questions from NCERT content.
• Include electives carefully: Since the best five subjects are considered, choose electives (like Social Science, Computer Science, or a second language) that you are strong in. A weak elective can lower your aggregate even if core subject marks are good.
• Practicals count: In most boards, Science practical marks are added to theory. Do not skip practicals — they can push your aggregate meaningfully.

For JEE Main Aspirants (Degree Engineering — 2027 Cycle)

• Start with NCERT Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics for Class 11 and 12. JEE Main is fundamentally an NCERT-level test for the majority of questions.
• Practice previous year JEE Main papers (2019–2026) systematically. The paper has 90 questions and 300 marks — 30 questions each from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
• JEE Main now includes Numerical Answer Type (NAT) questions with no negative marking. These are high-scoring opportunities — do not leave them blank.
• For AP state-quota Degree Engineering, even a moderate JEE Main rank can yield a seat. AP has a small pool of engineering seats and the competition within domicile candidates is limited.

For NEET Aspirants (PCB Group — 2027 Cycle)

• Biology is 50% of NEET: NEET has 180 questions split equally between Biology (Botany + Zoology), Physics, and Chemistry. 90 questions (360 marks) come from Biology. Strong Biology performance is the single biggest advantage you can build.
• NCERT Biology (Class 11 and 12) is essential: At least 80–90% of Biology questions in NEET are directly from NCERT textbook content — lines, diagrams, and tables. Read every NCERT Biology chapter multiple times.
• Solve previous year NEET papers: Solve at least 10 full-length previous year papers under timed conditions. NEET gives 3 hours 20 minutes for 180 questions — time management is critical.
• For AP state quota seats: Even a moderate NEET score gives Category I (APST) candidates a good chance at MBBS admission at TRIHMS, Naharlagun, given the 85 state-quota MBBS seats and the smaller pool of eligible AP domicile candidates compared to states like Tamil Nadu or Maharashtra.