Senior Content Specialist | Updated On - Mar 24, 2024
The Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Engineering Common Entrance Test (AP PGECET) is an entrance examination conducted by Yogi Vemana University, Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh for admission into various postgraduate engineering and technology programs offered at universities and educational institutes in the state of Andhra Pradesh. The AP PGECET is a competitive exam for science and engineering students interested in pursuing M.Tech and Master's degrees in fields like Computer Science, IT, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering among others. The AP PGECET is a Computer Based Entrance Test consisting of questions from subjects like Engineering Mathematics, General Aptitude and Engineering/Technology. In the AP PGECET 2023 exam held in May 2023, a total of 15,547 students appeared for the exam of which 12,864 candidates have qualified. The exam is held every year typically in May. For the AP PGECET 2024 exam, the notification for the exam is expected to be released in February 2024 while the exam itself is expected to be conducted in the last week of May 2024. The results of AP PGECET 2024 exam are expected by 2nd week of June 2024.
AP PGECET stands for Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Engineering Common Entrance Test. It is a state-level entrance exam conducted by Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, on behalf of the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE). The exam is for admission into various postgraduate courses in engineering, technology, pharmacy, and planning offered by participating institutions in Andhra Pradesh.
AP PGECET offers admission to various postgraduate courses such as M.Tech, M.Pharma, and Graduate level Pharm-D (Post Baccalaureate). These courses are offered by participating universities and colleges in Andhra Pradesh.
The eligibility criteria may vary slightly each year, so it's important to refer to the official notification. Generally, candidates who have completed their relevant B.Tech/B.E./B.Pharmacy degree or its equivalent with a minimum percentage as specified are eligible to apply.
AP PGECET is usually conducted in May or June every year. The exact dates can be found in the official notification released by the conducting authority.
The application process involves registering on the official AP PGECET website, filling out the application form, uploading necessary documents, and paying the application fee online. The detailed steps will be provided in the official notification.
AP PGECET is a computer-based test (online mode). The exam consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs), and the number of questions and time duration can vary based on the course. The exam pattern includes questions from the candidate's respective qualifying degree.
The exam is usually scored out of 120 marks. Each question carries one mark, and there is no negative marking for incorrect answers. The scores obtained are used for determining the rank of candidates.
The ranks are calculated based on the normalized scores obtained by the candidates in the entrance test. The exact formula for normalization may vary.
Admit cards are usually available for download from the official website a week or two before the exam. Candidates need to log in to their registered accounts on the official website and download the admit card.
Candidates are generally required to carry the admit card and a valid photo ID (such as Aadhaar card, passport, driver's license) to the exam center for verification.
The eligibility criteria can vary based on the course you are applying for. Generally, candidates should have completed their B.Tech/B.E./B.Pharmacy degree or its equivalent in the relevant field from a recognized university. The specific eligibility criteria for each course will be mentioned in the official notification.
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