AP EAMCET has released the eligibility criteria for candidates aspiring to pursue undergraduate education in pharmacy, engineering, and Agriculture. JNTUK will post the eligibility criteria along with the exam notification on the official website cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. Candidates must check the eligibility criteria before applying for the AP EAMCET 2025 exam to avoid discrepancies in the later stages of the examination.
Candidates appearing for the AP EAMCET exam must have passed 10 + 2 from a recognised board or university with a minimum aggregate of 45% in relevant subjects. The eligibility criteria mentioned in the official notification contain age limit, nationality, educational qualification, minimum marks, etc. Officials have announced the exam dates for AP EAMCET as May 21 to 27, 2025.
AP EAMCET 2025 Exam Highlights
Check AP EAMCET 2025 Exam Highlights here:
| Section | Details |
| Exam Name | Andhra Pradesh Engineering Agriculture Pharmacy Common Entrance Test (AP EAPCET) |
| Conducting Authority | JNTUK |
| Official Website | https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/ |
| Exam Frequency | Once a year |
| Application fee | GEN: 600 OBC: 550 SC/ST/Other: 500 |
| Examination Mode | Online |
| Total Questions | 160 |
| Negative Marking | No |
Eligibility Criteria for AP EAMCET 2025
Candidates have to check the eligibility criteria before applying for AP EAMCET, as failing to satisfy the eligibility criteria can lead to the rejection of the applications. Candidates can check the eligibility criteria released by the JNTUK on their official website cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. Here is the detailed eligibility criteria for AP EAMCET 2025
AP EAMCET Eligibility Criteria 2025
| Criteria | Conditions for Eligibility |
| Nationality | Candidates applying for the exam should be Indian Nationals PIO and OCI Card holders are eligible to apply for the exam. Foreign nationals seeking admission to any course must obtain an equivalence certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), New Delhi. |
| Domicile status | Candidates must be residents of Andhra Pradesh/Telangana, must fulfil the Local/Non-Local status requirements as per the guidelines. |
| Age limit | Candidates must have attained at least 16 years of age as of December 31, 2024, to apply for Engineering and Pharmacy courses. There is no upper age limit criteria to apply for the AP EAMCET exam. For courses like B.Tech (Dairy Technology), B.Tech (Agricultural Engineering), B.Tech (Food Science and Technology), and B.Sc (Agricultural Engineering), candidates must be 17 years old by December 31, 2024. The upper age limit is 22 years and 25 years for SC/ST candidates. |
| Academic Qualification | Candidates who passed/appearing for Class 12 are eligible to apply for the exam. Candidates must have studied PCM to opt for the engineering stream. Candidates who have passed any other examination recognised as equivalent by the state board are also eligible to appear for the exam. |
| Marks Required | 45% aggregate in the qualifying examination. 40% aggregate for candidates belonging to reserved categories. |
| Weightage | 75% of normalised marks and 25% of marks in IPE are considered for final merit. |
AP EAMCET Eligibility Criteria for Engineering Stream
Candidates aspiring for engineering admissions have to fulfil the following criteria:
- 45% aggregate in the qualifying examination.
- Candidates must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Maths in 10+2.
- Must be an Indian National
AP EAMCET Application Form
The AP EAMCET 2025 Application form will be available online at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. The registration process includes initial registration, payment of the application fee, form filling, document upload, and final submission. Only candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can complete and submit the form. Those who register before the deadline will be able to download the AP EAMCET 2025 hall ticket. The exam is scheduled to take place from May 21 to 27, 2025, in online mode.
AP EAMCET: Step-wise Application Form Filling
Check the step-by-step application process here:
- Open the official website, i.e. https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/
- Fill out the required credentials and click on the ‘Proceed to payment’ option.
- Complete the payment process and click on ‘Proceed to fill the application form’
- Enter academic, personal details in the particulars and click on proceed.
- Verify the entered details and click on submit the application form.
- Take the printout of the application form and save for future reference.
AP EAMCET Important Dates
Candidates are strongly advised to stay updated with the official AP EAMCET 2025 notifications and announcements to ensure they don’t miss any important dates, instructions, or changes in the application process. Regularly checking the official website and other trusted sources will help candidates stay informed and make the necessary preparations for the exam and other related events.
| Events | Dates |
| Registration | March 15th 2025 |
| Last date to apply | April 24th 2025 |
| Last date to apply with late fee of INR 500 | 1st May 2025 |
| Last date to apply with late fee of INR 1000 | 7th May 2025 |
| Application form correction window | 6th May 2025 to 8th May 2025 |
| Release date of the Admit card | 12th May 2025 |
| AP EAMCET exam date | May 21 – 27, 2025 |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the application date for AP EAMCET 2025?
AP-EAPCET exam for 2025 will be conducted from May 21st to 27th.
2. Is there any age limit for AP EAMCET?
There is no upper age limit to apply for AP EAMCET. However, candidates must have attained 16 years to be eligible to apply for the exam.
3. Are PIOs eligible to appear for the exam?
Yes, Person of Indian Origin card holders are eligible to appear for the exam.
4. Are IPE marks considered for AP EAMCET?
Yes, 25 percent of marks in IPE are considered for final merit in AP EAMCET.
5. How to prepare for AP EAMCET 2025?
To prepare for AP EAMCET 2025, focus on the syllabus, practice previous papers, take mock tests, and revise regularly.
6. What score is considered good in AP EAMCET?
A score above 100 is considered a good score in AP EAMCET.
7. Is there any negative marking in AP EAMCET?
No, there is no negative marking in AP EAMCET.
