The State Board of Technical Education and Training Andhra Pradesh (SBTET AP) has officially released the provisional answer key for the Andhra Pradesh Polytechnic Common Entrance Test (AP POLYCET) 2026. Candidates who appeared for the entrance examination can now download the answer key from the official website at polycetap.ap.gov.in.
Answer Key Details
The provisional answer key has been published for all four sets of question papers: Set A, B, C, and D. The answer key is available in PDF format and does not require any login credentials to access. Candidates can use it to match their responses and estimate their probable scores before the final results are announced.
Objection Window
Candidates who are not satisfied with the provisional answer key can raise objections until April 28, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Objections can be submitted through the official portal or via email to the board. While raising objections, candidates must provide the following details: hall ticket number, question paper set (A, B, C, or D), question number, suggested correct answer, and a valid supporting explanation or proof. Only complete and properly supported objections will be considered by the board.
Exam Overview
The AP POLYCET 2026 examination was conducted on April 25, 2026, in offline mode using Optical Mark Recognition (OMR) sheets. The exam was held in a single shift from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at various examination centers across the state. This entrance test is conducted for admission to engineering and non-engineering diploma programs offered by polytechnic colleges in Andhra Pradesh.
How to Download the Answer Key
Candidates can follow these simple steps to download the answer key:
- Visit the official website: polycetap.ap.gov.in
- Click on the AP POLYCET 2026 candidate portal
- Select the link for “AP POLYCET 2026 Provisional Answer Key”
- The answer key PDF will appear on the screen
- Download and save it for future reference
Candidates are advised to carefully check the answer key and submit any objections before the deadline if needed. Stay updated with real-time results and insights for Maharashtra HSC Result 2026, Assam HS Result, and CBSE 12th Result 2026.
