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    AP ICET Exam Centres 2026: District-Wise Test Cities List & Centre Guidelines

    AP ICET Exam Centres 2026: District-Wise Test Cities List & Centre Guidelines

    Himanshu ShekharUpdated on 28 Jan 2026, 04:00 PM IST

    AP ICET Exam Centre 2026: The AP ICET entrance test is expected to be held on May 7, 2026. The AP ICET exam will be conducted in two shifts in 48 test centres across 25 districts of Andhra Pradesh in an online mode. The Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test (AP ICET) will release the hall ticket for all those candidates who will be taking the exam this year on its official website, cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. All candidates will be able to download their ICET admit card using their login credentials, such as registration number, qualifying examination hall ticket number and date of birth, once out.

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    1. AP ICET Exam Centre 2026
    2. APICET Exam centres (Expected)
    3. APICET 2026 Exam Centres: Highlights
    4. How to Choose an AP ICET Exam Centre 2026?
    5. Important Instructions to Follow at the AP ICET 2026 Exam Centre
    AP ICET Exam Centres 2026: District-Wise Test Cities List & Centre Guidelines
    AP ICET Exam Centres

    Candidates will be allotted the AP ICET exam centre based on the options filled out by them in the AP ICET application form. The admit card for AP ICET includes details such as the AP ICET 2026 exam centre, reporting time, AP ICET exam date, reporting time, and exam day guidelines.

    AP ICET Exam Centre 2026

    The AP ICET convener has the right to allot candidates to any other AP ICET exam centre in unavoidable circumstances. The AP ICET exam authority is permitted to add or delete AP ICET test centres, depending on viability, by obtaining approval from the chairman.

    APICET Exam centres (Expected)

    District

    Exam Centres

    Anakapalli

    Anakapalli

    Anantapur

    Anantapur, Gooty, Tadipatri

    Annamayya

    Madanapalle, Rajampeta, Rayachoty

    Bapatla

    Bapatla, Chirala

    Chittoor

    Chittoor, Palamner

    East Godavari

    Rajahmundry

    Eluru

    Eluru

    Guntur

    Guntur

    Hyderabad

    LB Nagar, Secunderabad

    Kakinada

    Kakinada

    Konaseema

    Amalapuram

    Krishna

    Gudlavalleru, Machilipatnam

    Kurnool

    Kurnool, Yemmiganur, Adoni

    Nandyal

    Nandyal

    NTR

    Mylavaram, Tirvuru, Vijayawada

    Palnadu

    Narasaraopeta

    Prakasam

    Markapuram, Ongole

    Tirupati

    Gudur, Puttur, Tirupati

    Sri Sathya Sai

    Puttaparthi

    Sri Potti SriRamulu Nellore

    Kavali, Nellore

    Srikakulam

    Srikakulam, Tekkali

    Visakhapatnam

    Anandapuram, Gajuwaka, Visakhapatnam City

    Vizianagaram

    Vizianagaram, Rajam

    West Godavari

    Bhimavaram, Narasapuram, Tadepalligudem

    YSR Kadapa

    Kadapa, Proddatur

    APICET 2026 Exam Centres: Highlights

    • Candidates must choose their ICET test centres carefully at the time of APICET 2026 registration.
    • Ideally, candidates should choose AP ICET exam centres closest to their location.

    How to Choose an AP ICET Exam Centre 2026?

    • Register for AP ICET on the official website, cets.apsche.ap.gov.in
    • Enter the registration ID and password to log in and fill application form
    • Fill in relevant details and move to the AP ICET test centre section
    • Select 5 test centres of choice from the AP ICET exam centre list in order of preference.
    • Pay the fees and submit the application form.
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    Important Instructions to Follow at the AP ICET 2026 Exam Centre

    Candidates must take note of the dos and don'ts to be followed at the exam test centre on the date of the AP ICET exam. It allows a hassle-free experience of completing the exam as well as avoiding unnecessary panic.

    Dos to follow

    • Candidates must familiarise themselves with the location of their test centre at least a day before the exam and plan travel to avoid late arrival on the exam day.
    • Be Punctual: Make sure to reach the exam centre at least two hours before the commencement of the AP ICET test to complete registration formalities well in advance.
    • Carry all the required documents:
      • The AP ICET hall ticket contains details regarding the documents for the test centre. Pay attention to the details and ensure you have all the necessary documents with you.
      • Printed copy of AP ICET hall ticket
      • One passport-size photograph (Same as the one uploaded in the AP ICET application)
      • Any government-approved ID card (original). Valid ID cards include PAN cards, driving licenses, voter IDs, passports, aadhaar cards (with photographs), Aadhaar Enrolment, and ration cards
    • The AP ICET admit card contains exam centre instructions to follow. Read them carefully
    • Enter the exam hall when the hall opens
    • Barcode readers will be there to scan the barcode on your AP ICET hall ticket. It will tell you the exam hall and seat number.
    • Carry a transparent water bottle and a set of pens along with the APICET 2026 admit card.
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    Don’ts at the Test Centre

    • Don’t reach the AP ICET test centre on the exam day after the scheduled test time, as such candidates will not be allowed into the test centre.
    • Don’t carry prohibited items such as electronic calculators or notebooks to the AP ICET exam centre.
    • Don’t forget to carry the mandatory documents to the AP ICET test centre
    • Don’t leave the seat or the AP ICET exam hall till the completion of the full duration of the paper.
    • Don’t breach the test centre rules stated by invigilators or indulge in unfair practices to avoid penalisation.
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    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: What is AP ICET 2026?
    A:

    AP ICET is an MBA & MCA entrance exam conducted by Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) for admission into various state-level universities. 

    Q: When will AP ICET 2026 notification be released?
    A:

    APSCHE will release the AP ICET 2026 notification in the second week of March 2026.

    Q: Can I change my AP ICET test centre after submitting an application?
    A:

    Please be careful when selecting the AP ICET exam centre at the time of filling out the application form, as no changes are allowed after the submission of the AP ICET application.

    Q: Is ICET online or offline?
    A:

    The Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test (AP ICET) is an offline exam that will be conducted in pen-and-paper mode.  

    Q: When will the AP ICET hall ticket be released?
    A:

    The AP ICET hall ticket is now live on the official website, cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. Candidates will now be able to download the same using their login credentials. 

    Q: What is the minimum qualifying marks for AP ICET?
    A:

    As per AP ICET 2026 cutoff marks, candidates should have scored 50 out of 200, 25% marks to qualify for this exam.

    Q: What is the rank for 70 marks in AP ICET?
    A:

    The rank for 70 marks in the AP ICET for 2026 is expected to be around 10001 to 25000.

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