
The State Board of Technical Education and Training (SBTET), Andhra Pradesh, has officially activated the download portal for the AP POLYCET 2026 Hall Ticket today, April 18, 2026. This marks the final countdown for students seeking admission into engineering and non-engineering diploma programs across the state.
As the exam date of April 25 approaches, candidates are advised to download and print their hall tickets immediately to avoid last-minute technical glitches or server heavy-traffic issues.
The 2026 session is following a strict timeline. Here are the key dates every aspirant must know:
| Event | Details |
| Admit Card Release Date | April 18, 2026 |
| AP POLYCET Exam Date | April 25, 2026 |
| Exam Duration | 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM (120 Minutes) |
| Expected Result Date | May 10, 2026 |
| Counselling Start | Late May / Early June 2026 |
To ensure you get your admit card on the first attempt, follow these verified steps:
Access the Official Portal: Open the official AP POLYCET website.
Navigate to Print Link: Look for the "Print Hall Ticket" tab on the homepage.
Enter Your Details: You will need to provide:
SSC Hall Ticket Number OR Registered Mobile Number.
Date of Birth.
Year of Passing/Appearing SSC.
Submit and Preview: Click the "Submit" button to display your admit card on the screen.
Download & Print: Save the PDF file and take at least two clear printouts for the exam day.
Important Note: Ensure that the photograph and signature printed on the hall ticket are clearly visible. If there is any blurriness, contact the SBTET helpdesk immediately.
Candidates must present the following documents at the examination center:
Printed AP POLYCET 2026 Hall Ticket (Digital copies on phones are not allowed).
Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card, School ID, or any government-issued ID).
Stationery: Blue or Black Ballpoint pens for bubbling the OMR sheet.
Understanding the structure of the paper is vital for scoring a high rank and securing a seat in top polytechnic colleges.
Total Questions: 120 (Multiple Choice Questions)
Total Marks: 120
Negative Marking: None (Attempt all questions!)
Subject-wise Split:
Mathematics: 50 Questions
Physics: 40 Questions
Chemistry: 30 Questions
Q1: What if I forget my registration number for AP POLYCET?
You don't need a registration number to download the hall ticket. You can simply use your Class 10 (SSC) Hall Ticket Number and your Date of Birth to log in.
Q2: What is the reporting time for the April 25 exam?
The exam starts at 11:00 AM. It is highly recommended to reach the exam center at least 60 minutes early (by 10:00 AM) for biometric verification and seat identification.
Q3: When will the AP POLYCET 2026 Answer Key be released?
Usually, the preliminary answer key is released within 2–3 days after the exam. This allows candidates to estimate their scores before the official May 10 result declaration.
Q4: Is the AP POLYCET 2026 exam online or offline?
The exam is conducted in offline (OMR) mode. Candidates must mark their answers on a physical OMR sheet using a ballpoint pen.
Q5: Can I change my exam center now?
No, the exam center allotted on your hall ticket is final. No requests for center changes will be entertained by the board at this stage.