Vijayawada: Andhra Pradesh Education Minister Nara Lokesh on Friday announced the results of the Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Common Entrance Test (AP PGCET) 2026, revealing that 91.55% of candidates have qualified for admission into postgraduate programmes across the state.
Examination Statistics and Process
According to official figures, a total of 19,118 candidates registered for the examination. Out of these, 16,406 appeared for the test, and 15,020 successfully qualified. The entrance examinations were conducted by Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati, on behalf of the Andhra Pradesh State Council for Higher Education (APSCHE) between May 8 and May 11. The tests were held at 23 centres spread across the state.
Minister's Remarks
Congratulating the successful candidates, Lokesh stated that the results reflect the hard work and determination of students aspiring for higher education and research. He also complimented APSCHE and all officials involved in conducting the examination smoothly and efficiently.
Answer Key and Rank Cards
Officials informed that preliminary answer keys were released shortly after the examinations. The final results were processed after experts carefully reviewed objections raised by candidates. Rank cards are now available through the official AP PGCET portal. Additionally, candidates can access their results via the state government's WhatsApp governance service, making the process more accessible.
Acknowledgments
SV University Vice-Chancellor and APPGCET Chairman Tata Narasinga Rao, along with Convener V. Padmavathi, extended their gratitude to the state government, APSCHE, and the education department for entrusting the university with the responsibility of conducting the examination. They commended the collaborative effort that ensured a smooth conduct of the tests and timely declaration of results.
Additional Information for Candidates
Candidates are advised to download their rank cards from the official portal and verify their details. For any discrepancies, they may contact the helpdesk provided by APSCHE. The qualifying candidates can now proceed with the counselling process for admissions into various postgraduate programmes offered by universities and colleges in Andhra Pradesh.
The successful completion of AP PGCET 2026 marks a significant milestone for higher education in the state, paving the way for aspiring students to pursue advanced studies and research opportunities.
