The State Board of Technical Education and Training has officially declared the results for the Andhra Pradesh Polytechnic Common Entrance Test (AP POLYCET) 2026 on May 5, 2026. Students who appeared for the examination can now access their rank cards through the official website, results.eenadu.net. The board has emphasized that rank cards are available exclusively in online mode; no physical copies will be dispatched via post, email, or courier under any circumstances.
Exam Statistics and Pass Percentage
A total of 1,77,581 candidates registered for the AP POLYCET 2026 examination, which was conducted on April 25, 2026. Out of these registered candidates, 1,63,008 actually appeared for the test. The results indicate that 1,48,950 candidates successfully qualified, resulting in an overall pass percentage of 91.37%. This high pass rate reflects the preparedness and performance of the candidates.
Gender Performance Analysis
Continuing a consistent trend observed in previous years, female candidates outperformed their male counterparts in the entrance test. The pass percentage among girls stood at an impressive 93.57%, significantly higher than that of boys. According to media reports, this performance underscores a steady rise in the number of girls opting for technical and vocational courses, particularly in engineering and polytechnic streams. This shift indicates a positive change in educational preferences and gender parity in technical education.
Steps to Download AP POLYCET 2026 Rank Card
Candidates can follow the step-by-step procedure below to download their rank cards:
- Visit the official AP POLYCET website at results.eenadu.net.
- On the homepage, click on the link labeled “POLYCET Rank Card 2026”.
- Enter your Hall Ticket Number in the designated field.
- Click on the submit button to view your result.
- Download the rank card in PDF format.
- Take a clear printout of the rank card, as it will be required for the counselling process.
Students are advised to keep multiple copies of the printout, as entry to the counselling process will not be permitted without a hard copy of the rank card. Candidates can also directly click on the link provided on the official website to access the AP POLYCET 2026 result. Aspirants are encouraged to stay tuned to the official website for the latest updates regarding the AP POLYCET examination 2026, including counselling schedules and other important announcements.
