AP ICET 2023: SKU, Anantapur has released the application form for AP ICET 2023 on March 20. Interested and eligible candidates can now apply for the exam at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in till April 19, 2023. As per AP ICET 2023 Eligibility Criteria, general candidates need to complete their graduation with 50% marks to apply for the exam. The authority is going to conduct AP ICET 2023 on March 24 – 25, 2023. Check AP ICET 2023 Exam Date
AP ICET 2023 Application Form (Out), Eligibility, Exam Date, Pattern, Result & Cutoff
Is AP ICET 2023 Application Form Out?
AP ICET 2023: As per AP ICET 2023 Exam Pattern, the exam will be carried out in online mode. All the 200 questions are objective type in nature, to be completed within 150 minutes. All the questions will be in MCQ format. The question paper will be in English language. AP ICET 2023 is a speed-based test in which students need to solve 200 questions in 150 minutes. To solve the questions, aim at acquiring in-depth subject knowledge over just covering the topics included in the syllabus. Download AP ICET Previously Year’s Paper
What is AP ICET? AP ICET is conducted every year by Sri Venkateswara University Tirupati, on behalf of APSCHE holds the exam for admissions to MBA/MCA programs offered by AP ICET scores accepting Institutes/ colleges across Andhra Pradesh. APICET 2023 exam date will be announced along with the notification. The exam is expected to be conducted across 14 districts of Andhra Pradesh. Check AP ICET 2023 Participating Colleges
AP ICET 2023 Exam Highlights
| Exam Highlights | |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test |
| Conducting Body | Sri Krishnadevaraya University, Anantapur |
| Official Website | sche.ap.gov.in |
| Exam Level | State |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Mode of Exam | Online |
| Duration of APICET 2023 | 2 hrs & 30 mins (10 AM to 12:30 PM) |
| Courses offered | MBA and MCA |
| AP ICET Helpline | 040-23399297 | secretaryapsche@gmail.com |
AP ICET 2023 Exam Date
Candidates can check the schedule for APICET 2023 below:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| APICET 2023 Application Form | March 20, 2023 (Out) |
| Last date to Apply for APICET | April 19, 2023 |
| Last date to apply for with a late fee (INR 2000/ INR 3000/ INR 5000) | till May 15, 2023 |
| Form correction | May 16 – 17, 2023 |
| APICET 2023 Admit Card | May 20, 2023 |
| APICET 2023 Exam date | May 24 – 25, 2023 |
| Release of AP ICET Answer Key & Response Sheet | May 26, 2023 |
| Last Date to Raise Objection against AP ICET 2023 Answer Key | May 28, 2023 |
| Declaration of Result | 1st week of July 2023 |
| Rank Card Available | 1st week of July 2023 |
| APICET 2023 Counselling Registration | September 2023 |
| Last Date to Register for Counselling | September 2023 |
| AP ICET 2023 Seat Allotment | October 2023 |
AP ICET 2023 Eligibility
A brief of the eligibility standards for APICET by the authorities is given below:
Nationality
- Candidates should be Indian Nationals.
- Candidates should satisfy Local/Non-Local status requirements as set by the conducting body.
Educational Qualification for MBA
| Category | Qualifying Marks in Graduation |
|---|---|
| General | 50% |
| Reserved | 45% |
Educational Qualification for MCA
| Category | Qualifying Marks in Graduation | Other Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| General | 50% | + 2 Examination with Mathematics |
| Reserved | 45% | + 2 Examination with mathematics |
Note: Candidates who are in the final year of graduation can also apply provided their results will be announced before the counseling process and in case the qualifying Degree is obtained in a Distance Mode Program, then it should be recognized by the joint committee of UGC, AICTE, and DEC.
AP ICET 2023 Application Form
The registration process for AP ICET 2023 is completely online. Candidates can follow the following steps to fill out the application form:
Step 1: Visit the official website i.e. https://sche.ap.gov.in/ICET/.
Step 2: Fee Payment
Candidates are required to choose one of the following modes for fee payment:
- AP Online.
- E-Seva/ MeeSeva.
- Debit / Credit card.
*In case the payment mode is AP online or E-Seva/Meeseva, candidates have to log in using the transaction ID obtained with the payment receipt at the AP online center.
*If the candidate wants to pay via Debit/Credit card, the payment can be done by filling in the required details.
Step 3: Fill Application Form
The following details are required to be furnished in APICET Application Form:
- Candidate Details
- Qualifying Examination Details
- Choice of Regional Center for Entrance Test
- Local Area Status
- SSC or equivalent Marks
- Minority community Status
- Special Category
- Annual Parental Income
- Correspondence Address
- Intermediate degree
- A recent photograph of the candidate (in jpg file format and the size of the file should be less than 30 KB)
- Signature of the candidate (in jpg format and the size of this file should be less than 15 KB)
Step 4: Print Application Form
After pressing the submit button, the application form will be generated which contains the registration number along with filled-in details. Candidates can print the submitted form for future reference.
AP ICET 2023 Application Fee
APICET 2023 Application Fee for general as well as reserved categories is given below:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General | INR 550 |
| SC/ST | INR 550 |
AP ICET 2023 Admit Card
APICET 2023 Admit Card is issued to successfully registered candidates. It will be available on the official website. You can download it using your registration id and date of birth. APICET 2023 Admit Card contains details such as:
- Roll number of candidate
- Registration number of candidate
- Candidate’s name
- Father’s Name
- Candidate’s photograph
- Test venue
- Category of the candidate (as mentioned in the Application form)
- Date and time of the entrance exam
- Reporting time at the Exam Center
- List of documents to be carried on the exam day
AP ICET 2023 Exam Pattern
The exam pattern of APICET 2023 mentions the number of sections, marking scheme, duration of the exam, and mode of examination. Candidates preparing for APICET exam must check the exam pattern to formulate exam day strategy accordingly. Check APICET 2023 exam pattern highlights in brief below:
- APICET is held in offline mode.
- The paper has 200 objective-type questions.
- Each question carries one mark.
- The duration of the test is 2 hours and 30 Minutes.
- The exam has 3 sections (Analytical Ability, Mathematical Ability, and Communication Ability).
Section-wise distribution of questions is given below:
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematical Ability | 75 | 75 |
| Analytical Ability | 75 | 75 |
| Communication Ability | 50 | 50 |
Read complete APICET 2023 Exam Pattern
AP ICET 2023 Syllabus
The exam conducting body releases APICET 2023 Syllabus each year. No change in the syllabus of AP ICET 2023 has been notified as yet. The section-wise syllabus is given below for your reference:
APICET Syllabus for Analytical Ability
| Important Topics | ||
|---|---|---|
| Data Sufficiency | Problem Solving | Sequences and Series |
| Data Analysis | Coding and Decoding Problems | Date, Time and Arrangement Problems |
| Data Interpretation | Venn Diagrams | Reasoning |
APICET Syllabus for Mathematical Ability
| Important Topics | ||
|---|---|---|
| Ratio and Proportion | Powers and Exponents | Surds |
| LCM and GDC | Rational Numbers | Profit-Loss and Percentages |
| Partnership | Time, distance and work problems | Mensuration |
| Areas and Volumes | Modular Arithmetic | Statements and Truth Tables |
| Sets-Tautologies | Relations and Functions | Points and Lines |
APICET Syllabus for Communication Ability
| Important Topics | ||
|---|---|---|
| Vocabulary | Business and Computer terminology | Functional Grammar |
| Reading Comprehension | Drawing Comprehension | Day-to-day Communication |
APICET Cut off Marks
APICET Cut off is declared by the exam conducting authorities each year. The following is a table of expected cutoff marks for APICET 2023. Candidates can have an idea about their possibility of attending the APICET 2023 counseling from this cut-off list:
| Date (tentative) | Category | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 20, 2023 | PH (V), PH (H), PH (O) | 1 | Last |
| July 20, 2023 | Anglo-Indian | 1 | Last |
| July 20, 2023 | CAP | 1 | Last |
| July 21, 2023 | NCC | 1 | 20, 000 |
| July 20, 2023 | Sports | 1 | 20, 000 |
| July 22, 2023 | NCC | 20, 001 | 40, 000 |
| July 22, 2023 | Sports | 20, 001 | 40, 000 |
| July 23, 2023 | NCC | 40, 001 | Last |
| July 23, 2023 | Sports | 40, 001 | Last |
Check Previous Year APICET Cut off
APICET 2023 Answer Key
APICET 2023 Answer Key is released by Andhra University, Visakhapatnam along with the response sheet. Candidates will be able to challenge these answer keys in case of any objections.
| AP ICET 2023 Response Sheet | AP ICET 2023 Answer Keys with Question Paper | Raise Objection against AP ICET 2023 Answer Key (till July 29, 2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Click here | Click Here | Click here |
AP ICET 2023 Result
AP ICET Result is expected to release in the 1st week of July 2023 online, on the official website. Candidates can enter their hall ticket number to download their scorecard. APICET Merit List is also released as per the marks scored by candidates.
Following are the qualifying marks as per the category of candidates:
- The qualifying marks for general category candidates in the APICET Entrance Test are 25%.
- For the candidates belonging to SC/ST communities, there will be no qualifying marks for ranking.
AP ICET 2023 Counselling
Counseling for AP ICET 2023 is conducted for successful candidates as per their rank in the merit list. Candidates should keep the following points in mind while appearing for AP ICET counseling:
- Candidates should present on the notified date and time at the counseling center with all the relevant certificates and fees.
- Candidates will be called for registration rank-wise. Candidates have to sign in the register and pay the processing fee before proceeding with the verification of certificates.
- Candidates need to produce Original certificates and bring Xerox copies of certificates for submission.
- Candidates have to exercise options on the web.
- Candidates have to access the full schedule by entering their registration number, followed by their admit card number, password, and date of birth in the login section.
- Candidates need to be careful while exercising options on the web and take the printout of the Saved options.
- Candidates are required to pay the prescribed fees for the counseling and admission by filling out the challan form which can be downloaded from the official website along with the seat allotment order
- Candidates will be informed about their final allotment and they are required to report through a self-reporting system and then visiting the respective colleges on or before the specified date, failing which the candidate will lose the admission.
- The allotted seats will also be updated on the web. So, candidates can check the institute allotted to them by visiting the official website.
- Candidates will be given the option to withdraw from counselling by submitting an application. The application has to be submitted to the coordinator, helpline center along with the receipt of certificates.
List of AP ICET 2023 Exam Centers
- The list of exam centres will be released with the notification.
- Generally, the number of AP ICET Exam Centers is 48.
- Candidates can choose any 2 districts at the time of form-filling.
- The exam is conducted in two sessions - 10 am to 12.30 pm and 2. 30 pm to 5 pm.
Some of the major AP ICET 2023 exam centres are provided below.
| District | Locations |
|---|---|
| Anantapur | Anantapur, Gooty, Hindupur, Puttaparthi |
| Chittoor | Chittoor, Madanapalle, Puttur, Tirupati |
| East Godavari | Kakinada, Rajahmundry, Surampalem |
| Guntur | Bapatla, Guntur, Narasaraopeta |
| Hyderabad | Hayathnagar, Moula Ali, Nacharam |
| Krishna | Challapalli, Gudlavalleru, Kanchikacherla, Mylavaram, Vijayawada |
| Kurnool | Kurnool, Nandyal, Yemmiganuru |
| Prakasam | Chirala, Kandhukur, Markapuram, Ongole |
| Sri Potti Sri Ramulu Nellore | Gudur, Kavali, Nellore |
Note:
- Request to change the exam venue or exam timings will not be entertained by the exam conducting authorities.
- In case, candidates found any mistake in their admit card they should immediately contact the authorities. Phone number and e-mail to contact APICET 2023 exam conducting authorities is given below:
Phone:0891-2579797
Fax:0891-2549595
E-mail:convener.apicet2016@gmail.com
AP ICET 2023 Exam FAQs
Ques. What is AP ICET 2023?
Ans. APICET 2023 of Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test is a state-level MBA as well as MCA entrance test held for admission to colleges, institutes, and universities in the state of Andhra Pradesh.
Ques. What are the various modes of payment of AP ICET 2023 Registration fees?
Ans. There are two modes of payment. The first mode is through AP Online and the other mode is through Debit Card / Credit Card. The locations of AP Online Centers are given on the AP ICET 2023 website.
Ques. How do I know that my application has been received and accepted after filling in the online AP ICET 2023 application form?
Ans. After the successful completion of your AP ICET 2023 application form through online mode, you will receive an SMS on your registered mobile number with the enrollment or Registration number. Moreover, your “Filled in Online Application form” containing all the information uploaded from the database and entered by you along with Registration number and Barcode will be displayed instantly.
Ques. Who are eligible for AP ICET?
Ans. As per the eligibility criteria of AP ICET 2023, candidates must have completed their three-year degree course in any discipline from a recognized university or its equivalent in the 10+2+3 pattern which must be recognized by University Grants Commission (UGC).
Ques. Which colleges are best for MCA in Andhra Pradesh?
Ans. Check the best colleges in Andhra Pradesh for MCA:
- National institute of Technology (NIT), Warangal.
- JNTU College of Engineering, Kakinada.
- Andhra University College of Engineering, Visakhapatnam.
- GITAM University, Visakhapatnam.
- Aditya Engineering College, Kakinada.
- Government College- Rajahmundry
Ques. Should I upload my photograph and signature during AP ICET 2023 Registration?
Ans. You need to upload the Photo (file size less than 30KB and JPG file format) and Signature (File Size less than 15KB and JPG file format) as and when prompted by the system during the online application form filling process.
Ques. When will be AP ICET 2023 exam conducted?
Ans. The authority has announced the exam date of AP ICET 2023. The exam is going to be conducted on May 24 – 25, 2023.
Ques. Do I need to post my AP ICET 2023 application and attachments?
Ans. No, once your online AP ICET 2023 application has been submitted, sending a hard copy to the office is not required.
Ques. After completing the ONLINE application process and generating a printable AP ICET 2023 Application form, will I be able to log in again to change my application data?
Ans. NO, after submission of the ONLINE AP ICET 2023 application form, a “Filled In Application Form” is generated. The candidate should take a print of the application form and hence, cannot modify the data. Therefore, the candidates are highly expected to be extra careful while filling out the ONLINE application form. However, some of the fields (excluding Regional Test Centre) in the Filled In Online Application Form can be edited if the candidate writes a request letter with relevant proofs addressing CONVENER, AP ICET-2023, or send an e-mail to icet2023ap@gmail.com.
Ques. I made some mistakes in filling the details in the Online AP ICET 2023 Application. How can I change?
Ans. The applicants are very anticipated that would be additional cautious while filling the ONLINE AP ICET 2023 application form. Be that as it may, a portion of the fields (barring Regional Test Center) in the Filled In Online Application Form can be altered if the competitor composes a demand letter with important evidence tending to CONVENER, AP ICET-2023 or send an email to apicet2023ap@gmail.com.
Ques. Is AP ICET exam difficult?
Ans. For AP ICET 2023 exam analysis, the overall difficulty level of APICET 2023 is expected to be moderate level. The Analytical Ability and Mathematical Ability sections may be time-consuming as well as tedious.
Ques. I have forgotten to take a print of my ONLINE application at the end of my application process. How can I get access to it?
Ans. You can take a copy by typing the appropriate information take a printout from the official website by clicking “Print Your Filled In Application Form”.
Ques. What is the release date of AP ICET 2023 Admit Card?
Ans. AP ICET 2023 admit card is going to be released on May 20, 2023 at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. Candidates will be able to download the admit card using their login credentials.
Ques. What if I don’t have a mobile number?
Ans. Mobile number is a compulsory detail as your Transaction Id., Payment affirmation or some other future correspondence is through the right Mobile number you enter. Thus, in the event that you don't have a Mobile number enter the versatile number of your Parents/Guardian.
Ques. How to prepare for AP ICET?
Ans. Candidates may follow the below tricks to prepare well for AP ICET 2023:
- Take Mock Tests.
- Practice Previous Year Papers.
- Analyze the TS ICET Syllabus carefully.
- Time management.
- Revise the concepts thoroughly.
- Make a habit of reading the newspaper daily.
- Find the best study material.
- Keep your mental and physical health in check.
Ques. Who can I contact in case of questions?
Ans. You are advised to go through ALL details thoroughly on the official AP ICET- 2023 website. Still, if you do not find an answer to your question contact the APICET office. You can also send an e-mail to the icet2023ap@gmail.com or contact at Phone: 0891-2844999, 2754586
Ques. What are the best books for AP ICET 2023?
Ans. Candidates ay refer to the below mentions books to prepare for AP ICET 2023:
Objective Mathematical – R.D.Sharma, Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations – R.S.Agarwal, Quantitative Aptitude Quantam CAT – Sarvesh K. Sharma, Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations – Tyagi R.K.
Ques. I have registered for APICET-2023 as I am eligible, can I transfer the already paid Registration Fee to my friend?
Ans. No, the Registration Fee cannot be TRANSFERRED.
Ques. I have paid the Registration Fee, but I do not wish to take the APICET 2023 exam due to unavoidable reasons. Is the Registration Fee Refundable?
Ans. No, the Registration Fee is NOT REFUNDABLE.
Ques. What is the Validity of AP ICET rank?
Ans. The minimum AP ICET qualifying score for candidates belonging to the General category is 25% which is 50 marks out of 200. There are no minimum qualifying marks for candidates belonging to the reserved category. AP ICET scorecard will be valid for one year only.
Ques. Are the Help Line Centers (HLCs) meant for appearing APICET-2023 entrance test?
Ans. No. This information is required for certificate verification at the time of Counselling for admission
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.
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