AMARAVATI — Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU) has officially released the preliminary answer keys for the Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agriculture, and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test (AP EAMCET / AP EAPCET) 2026. Candidates who appeared for the entrance examinations can now access the answer keys on the official portal at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in.
According to the administration, the answer keys were made live on May 25, 2026. Along with the publication of the keys, the state council has activated the online portal for submitting challenges or objections against the preliminary answers.
Critical Deadlines and Dates
- Answer Key Publication: May 25, 2026, at 11:00 AM
- Objection Window Closes: May 27, 2026, up to 11:00 AM
Examination Background
The state-level entrance examination was conducted in a computer-based format across multiple days:
- Engineering Streams: Held from May 12 to May 18, 2026.
- Pharmacy & Agriculture Streams: Held from May 19 to May 20, 2026.
All examinations were structured into two daily sessions: a morning shift from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and an afternoon shift running from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
How to Access and Download the Answer Key
Candidates can verify their responses by following these guidelines on the official website:
- Visit the primary portal:
cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. - Locate and select the link designated for the AP EAMCET 2026 Preliminary Answer Key.
- Provide the required registration and login credentials on the verification page.
- Submit the details to display the answer key on screen.
- Review the document and download a digital copy for personal records.
Submitting Objections
Candidates who spot discrepancies in the provisional answers may raise an official objection through the website’s dedicated challenge link before the May 27 deadline. The submission of challenges requires a mandatory processing fee per question. Verified and valid objections will be factored into the compilation of the final examination results.
