What minimum marks are required to be eligible for AP EAPCET 2026?

Candidates must have a minimum aggregate score of 45% (40% for candidates from reserved categories) in all subjects combined.

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AP EAPCET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

The Eligibility Criteria for AP EAPCET 2026 (Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agriculture, and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test), formerly known as AP EAMCET, have been specified in the official notification.

The eligibility criteria are prescribed by Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Kakinada (JNTUK) in consultation with the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE). JNTUK continues to conduct AP EAPCET on behalf of APSCHE. The eligibility criteria include specific requirements related to educational qualifications, age limit, nationality, and academic standards. Aspirants must carefully review and comply with these conditions before applying for the examination. The detailed eligibility requirements are provided in the official AP EAPCET 2026 notification.

Criteria	Description
Nationality	Must be a resident citizen of India Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) and Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cardholders are also eligible.
Domicile Requirements	Candidates should be from Andhra Pradesh/Telangana and meet Local/Non-Local status requirements.
Age Limit	For Engineering and Pharmacy courses: At least 16 years old as of December 31, 2026; no upper age limit For B.Tech (Dairy Tech.), B.Tech (Agr. Engg.), B.Tech. (Food Science & Tech.), B.Sc. (Agr. Engg.): Minimum age of 17 years as of December 31, 2026 The Upper age limit is 22 years (25 years for SC/ST candidates).
Academic Qualifications	Must have passed Class 12 from the Board of Intermediate Education, Andhra Pradesh/Telangana or equivalent. Candidates appearing for Class 12 are also eligible. Mandatory study of Physics and Mathematics, along with Chemistry or related vocational courses in Engineering. Eligible if passed or in the final year of the Engineering Diploma by the State Board of Technical Education and Training, Andhra Pradesh/Telangana.
Minimum Marks Required	General Category: Minimum of 45% aggregate in all subjects Reserved Category: Minimum of 40% aggregate.

1.0AP EAPCET Eligibility Criteria for Engineering Stream

Educational Qualification: Candidates should have completed their Intermediate (12th grade) in Engineering/Technology or an equivalent course, as recognized by the Board of Intermediate Education (BIE) of Andhra Pradesh or Telangana.

Subject Requirements: Candidates must have completed their Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry studies as optional or relevant vocational courses.

Alternative Qualification: Candidates who are either appearing for or have passed the final year of the Engineering Diploma examination conducted by the State Board of Technical Education and Training (SBTET) in Andhra Pradesh or Telangana are also eligible.

2.0AP EAPCET Eligibility Criteria for Agriculture/ Medical Stream

Educational Qualification: Applicants must have passed their 12th-level examination from a board or institution accredited in Andhra Pradesh or Telangana.

Subject Requirements for Pharm.D: Students should have completed their Intermediate (12th grade) with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) as optional subjects or an equivalent, as recognized by the BIE of Andhra Pradesh or Telangana.

Alternative Qualification for Pharm.D: Eligibility also extends to students in the final year or who have passed the Pharmacy Diploma examination conducted by the SBTET in Andhra Pradesh or Telangana.

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AP EAPCET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

The Eligibility Criteria for AP EAPCET 2026 (Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agriculture, and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test), formerly known as AP EAMCET, have been specified in the official notification.

The eligibility criteria are prescribed by Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Kakinada (JNTUK) in consultation with the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE). JNTUK continues to conduct AP EAPCET on behalf of APSCHE. The eligibility criteria include specific requirements related to educational qualifications, age limit, nationality, and academic standards. Aspirants must carefully review and comply with these conditions before applying for the examination. The detailed eligibility requirements are provided in the official AP EAPCET 2026 notification.

Criteria	Description
Nationality	Must be a resident citizen of India Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) and Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cardholders are also eligible.
Domicile Requirements	Candidates should be from Andhra Pradesh/Telangana and meet Local/Non-Local status requirements.
Age Limit	For Engineering and Pharmacy courses: At least 16 years old as of December 31, 2026; no upper age limit For B.Tech (Dairy Tech.), B.Tech (Agr. Engg.), B.Tech. (Food Science & Tech.), B.Sc. (Agr. Engg.): Minimum age of 17 years as of December 31, 2026 The Upper age limit is 22 years (25 years for SC/ST candidates).
Academic Qualifications	Must have passed Class 12 from the Board of Intermediate Education, Andhra Pradesh/Telangana or equivalent. Candidates appearing for Class 12 are also eligible. Mandatory study of Physics and Mathematics, along with Chemistry or related vocational courses in Engineering. Eligible if passed or in the final year of the Engineering Diploma by the State Board of Technical Education and Training, Andhra Pradesh/Telangana.
Minimum Marks Required	General Category: Minimum of 45% aggregate in all subjects Reserved Category: Minimum of 40% aggregate.

1.0AP EAPCET Eligibility Criteria for Engineering Stream

Educational Qualification: Candidates should have completed their Intermediate (12th grade) in Engineering/Technology or an equivalent course, as recognized by the Board of Intermediate Education (BIE) of Andhra Pradesh or Telangana.

Subject Requirements: Candidates must have completed their Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry studies as optional or relevant vocational courses.

Alternative Qualification: Candidates who are either appearing for or have passed the final year of the Engineering Diploma examination conducted by the State Board of Technical Education and Training (SBTET) in Andhra Pradesh or Telangana are also eligible.

2.0AP EAPCET Eligibility Criteria for Agriculture/ Medical Stream

Educational Qualification: Applicants must have passed their 12th-level examination from a board or institution accredited in Andhra Pradesh or Telangana.

Subject Requirements for Pharm.D: Students should have completed their Intermediate (12th grade) with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) as optional subjects or an equivalent, as recognized by the BIE of Andhra Pradesh or Telangana.

Alternative Qualification for Pharm.D: Eligibility also extends to students in the final year or who have passed the Pharmacy Diploma examination conducted by the SBTET in Andhra Pradesh or Telangana.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the nationality criteria for candidates appearing in AP EAPCET 2026?

What is the AP EAPCET age limit for candidates in 2026?

What are the domicile requirements for AP EAPCET 2026?

Is Mathematics a compulsory subject for AP EAPCET 2026 eligibility?

What is the nationality requirement for AP EAPCET 2026?

What minimum marks are required to be eligible for AP EAPCET 2026?

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AP EAPCET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

1.0AP EAPCET Eligibility Criteria for Engineering Stream

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the nationality criteria for candidates appearing in AP EAPCET 2026?

What is the AP EAPCET age limit for candidates in 2026?

What are the domicile requirements for AP EAPCET 2026?

Is Mathematics a compulsory subject for AP EAPCET 2026 eligibility?

What is the nationality requirement for AP EAPCET 2026?

What minimum marks are required to be eligible for AP EAPCET 2026?

Join ALLEN!

AP EAPCET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

1.0AP EAPCET Eligibility Criteria for Engineering Stream

2.0AP EAPCET Eligibility Criteria for Agriculture/ Medical Stream

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