The AP POLYCET 2026 hall ticket has been officially released on April 18, 2026. Candidates can download their admit card from the official website polycetap.nic.in by entering their Class 10 hall ticket number or registered mobile number along with their date of birth. The exam is scheduled for April 25, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Key Highlights of AP POLYCET Hall Ticket 2026
- Hall ticket released on April 18, 2026 — download it immediately from polycetap.nic.in
- Exam date: April 25, 2026 | Timing: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
- Login using Class 10 hall ticket number OR registered mobile number + date of birth
- A printed hard copy is mandatory — digital copies or screenshots are not accepted
- Print at least two copies — one to carry, one to keep as backup
- The admit card will not be sent by post or email — online download is the only option
- Result is expected around May 10, 2026, followed by counselling in May or June 2026
Important Dates — AP POLYCET 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Hall Ticket Released | April 18, 2026 |
| AP POLYCET Exam Date | April 25, 2026 |
| Exam Timing | 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM |
| Result Expected | Around May 10, 2026 |
| Counselling | May / June 2026 (to be notified) |
How to Download AP POLYCET Hall Ticket 2026
The hall ticket is available only online. There is no offline or postal distribution. Follow these steps carefully:
- Open your browser and go to the official portal: polycetap.nic.in
- If the main portal is slow, use the alternate portal: polycet.ap.nic.in (both carry the same data)
- On the homepage, click on the link labelled “Print Hall Ticket” or “Download Hall Ticket 2026” — it appears under the Candidate Activity section
- A login screen will appear. Enter either your Class 10 hall ticket number + date of birth, OR your registered mobile number + date of birth
- Click “View and Print Hall Ticket” — your admit card will appear on screen
- Read every field carefully before printing — check your name, photograph, exam centre address, and exam date
- Download as PDF and print at least two copies
Download on the day it goes live. Heavy website traffic causes slowdowns — the earlier you download, the smoother the process.
Details Printed on the Hall Ticket
After downloading, check every field carefully. Do not just glance — read each item.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Candidate’s Name | As entered in the application form |
| Parents’ Names | Father’s and mother’s name |
| Registration / Roll Number | Your exam identity number |
| Category | OC / BC / SC / ST / EWS |
| Exam Date | April 25, 2026 |
| Exam Time | 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM |
| Exam Centre | Name and full address of allotted centre |
| Photograph | As uploaded during registration |
| Signature | As uploaded during registration |
| Exam Day Instructions | Important rules to follow at the centre |
The exam centre printed on your hall ticket is final. SBTET does not transfer candidates after allotment. Look up the address on Google Maps today — not on the morning of April 25.
What to Check After Downloading
Most candidates download the hall ticket and close it immediately. That is a mistake. Spend five minutes checking these fields:
- Your name — Compare it letter by letter against your Class 10 certificate. Any significant mismatch should be reported to your nearest Helpline Centre (HLC) before exam day
- Photograph — It should be clear and recognisable. A blurry or pixelated photograph must be corrected at the HLC before April 24
- Roll number — Write this down separately and save it on your phone. You will need it throughout the result and counselling process
- Exam centre address — Look it up on Google Maps today. Some centres are inside school or polytechnic campuses that are hard to find without prior knowledge
- Exam date and time — It should read April 25, 2026, 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
- Signature — If the signature box is blank or completely illegible, visit the HLC immediately
What to Carry on April 25 — Exam Day Checklist
Mandatory items:
- Printed AP POLYCET 2026 hall ticket — no exceptions
- Original government-issued photo ID: Aadhaar card, school ID, passport, voter ID, or PAN card
Inside the exam hall:
- Two sharpened 2B pencils — the OMR sheet must be marked with a 2B pencil only
- A clean eraser — OMR errors can be corrected if erased cleanly
- A transparent water bottle without labels
Strictly prohibited inside the exam hall:
- Mobile phones, smartwatches, Bluetooth devices, earphones — even if switched off
- Calculators, log tables, or any mathematical instruments
- Any written or printed material, including notes or textbooks
- Bags of any kind
If a mobile phone is found inside the exam hall, your result will be withheld. This happens every year. Leave your phone outside the building.
Arrive at least 45 to 60 minutes before the exam starts. The gate closes to new entrants 30 minutes after the exam begins. Latecomers are not allowed. Transport delays are not accepted as an excuse.
Hall Ticket Not Generated? Fee Payment Failure Cases
Some candidates complete registration but their payment does not go through properly. This happens when:
- The amount was deducted from the bank account but the confirmation did not reach the portal
- The transaction timed out midway
- There was a UPI or net banking failure
What to do if your hall ticket was not generated:
Visit your nearest Government Polytechnic College — these function as official Helpline Centres (HLCs) for AP POLYCET. Carry the following:
- Printed copy of your AP POLYCET 2026 application form
- Registration fee: Rs. 400 for OC/BC candidates, Rs. 100 for SC/ST candidates
- Two recent passport-size photographs
HLC staff will verify your registration and issue your hall ticket directly. Do not approach private coaching centres or agents — only government polytechnics are authorised for this, and they do it at no extra charge.
AP POLYCET 2026 — Exam Pattern at a Glance
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Offline — OMR-based paper exam |
| Duration | 2 hours (120 minutes) |
| Total Questions | 120 MCQs |
| Mathematics | 50 questions |
| Physics | 40 questions |
| Chemistry | 30 questions |
| Total Marks | 120 marks (1 mark per correct answer) |
| Negative Marking | None |
| Answer Method | 2B pencil on OMR sheet |
| Syllabus | Class 10 SSC syllabus of Andhra Pradesh Board |
There is no negative marking — attempt every question. A blank answer gives you zero. An attempt always gives you a chance.
If two candidates score the same marks, the tiebreaker favours higher marks in Mathematics first, then Physics, then older age. This means Mathematics carries extra strategic weight beyond its 50-question share.
Qualifying Marks and Expected Cutoffs
- OC/BC candidates need a minimum of 36 out of 120 (30%) to qualify
- SC/ST candidates have no minimum qualifying marks — they are ranked based on actual scores
Expected rank ranges based on 2025 counselling trends:
| Rank Range | Expected Access |
|---|---|
| Under 5,000 | Government polytechnics in Vijayawada, Kakinada, Tirupati, Guntur — CS and Electronics branches |
| 5,001 to 20,000 | Government and aided polytechnics statewide — most engineering branches |
| 20,001 and above | Government polytechnics in smaller districts, wider range of private polytechnics |
These are estimates based on 2025 data. Actual 2026 cutoffs will be declared only after counselling.
What Happens After the Exam
- Answer Key: SBTET AP releases the provisional answer key online shortly after the exam. Candidates can review their responses and raise objections if they believe any answer is incorrect
- Result: AP POLYCET 2026 result is expected around May 10, 2026, at polycetap.nic.in. Log in using your hall ticket number to download your rank card
- Counselling: Web-based counselling begins in May or June 2026. Candidates register online, pay the processing fee, attend certificate verification at their nearest HLC, and then select polytechnic colleges and branches in order of preference. Seat allotment is based on rank, category, and choices filled
Keep your hall ticket safe well after the exam. You will need it when checking results, registering for counselling, and during certificate verification.
Official Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official AP POLYCET Portal | https://polycetap.ap.gov.in/PrintHt.aspx |
| Alternate Portal | polycet.ap.nic.in |
Common Problems and Solutions
| Problem | Solution |
|---|---|
| Website is slow or not loading | Use the alternate portal polycet.ap.nic.in — same data |
| Forgot Class 10 hall ticket number | Login using registered mobile number + date of birth instead |
| Name spelling error on hall ticket | Visit nearest Government Polytechnic (HLC) with Class 10 certificate |
| Photograph is blurry or unrecognisable | Visit HLC at least 2 to 3 days before the exam — do not wait till April 24 |
| Fee deducted but hall ticket not generated | Visit HLC with application printout, fee amount, and two passport photos |
| Forgot exam centre location | Search the address on Google Maps immediately — do a trial run if needed |
Expert Tips for Exam Day
- Download the hall ticket today — do not wait for the last day
- Print on good quality paper that does not tear or crumple easily
- Visit the exam centre location at least once before April 25 if it is in an unfamiliar area
- Carry your 2B pencils in a clear pouch — pencil cases are sometimes questioned at the gate
- Reach the centre by 10:00 AM — the exam starts at 11:00 AM, gates close 30 minutes after that
- Mathematics carries 50 out of 120 marks and decides tiebreakers — prioritise it in your final revision
- Attempt every question — there is no penalty for wrong answers
The AP POLYCET 2026 hall ticket is now live. Download it from polycetap.nic.in right now, check every detail carefully, print two copies, and store one safely at home.
With the exam on April 25, 2026, you have one week left. Use this time for focused revision — especially Mathematics, which carries the most weight. Reach your exam centre on time, carry your printed hall ticket and a 2B pencil, and you are ready.
Do not delay the download. Heavy traffic on the website increases closer to the exam. The earlier you act, the fewer problems you face.