Hello, Dear Post Graduates
Good News for Post Graduates, For the Academic year 2022, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam released the Andhra Pradesh Research Common Entrance Test (AP RCET) 2022 notification on its official website on 29-08-2022. This entrance exam-related online Application begins on 01-09-2022 and ends on 24-09-2022.
AP RCET 2022 entrance exam-related complete information like eligibility criteria, syllabus, admit card, answer key, results, exam date, application form, application fee, Rank card, and counseling dates have been provided below. candidates must read each and every point before applying for the test.
Interested candidates who want to do a Ph.D. program (Full-Time / Part-Time) offered by Andhra University, Visakhapatnam must ensure the eligibility criteria before filling out the online application form. They must read the official notification or the article given below.
What is AP RCET?
AP RCET is an Andhra Pradesh Research Common Entrance Test Conducted by Andhra University, Visakhapatnam on behalf of APSCHE for admission into a Ph.D. program (Full-Time / Part-Time) offered by various universities and recognized research centers in the state of Andhra Pradesh.
AP RCET-Offering Ph.D. Programs:
- Adult Education
- Anthropology
- Archaeology
- Buddhist Studies
- Commerce
- Economics
- Education
- English
- Fine Arts
- Folklore and Many more
Official website: cets.apsche.ap.gov.in
What is APSCHE?
APSCHE is an Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education, the statutory body of the Government of Telangana, responsible for the preparation of consolidated programs in the sphere of Higher Education for maintenance quality, accessibility, and employability.
The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education is primarily a coordinating body between the University Grants Commission (UGC), the State Government, and the Universities. It is the general duty of the Council to coordinate and determine standards in institutions of Higher Education, Research, Scientific, and Technical Institutions in accordance with the guidelines issued by the University Grants Commission from time to time. The Act 16 of 1988 envisages three distinct functions:
(a) Planning and Coordination
(b) Academic Functions
(c) Advisory Functions
Chairman: Prof. K. Hemachandra Reddy
Hon’ble Minister for Education: Botcha Satyanarayana
Official Website: apsche.ap.gov.in
AP RCET 2022 Exam in Short
| Name of the Exam | AP RCET ( Andhra Pradesh Research Common Entrance Test) |
| Conducting Body | Andhra University, Visakhapatnam |
| Exam Category | Entrance Exam |
| Courses Offering | Ph.D. program (Full-Time / Part-Time) |
| Notification Release Date | 29-08-2022 |
| Online Applications Start | 01-09-2022 |
| Online Applications End | 24-09-2022 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Mode of Examination | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| AP RCET 2022 Hall Tickets | 13-10-2022 6.00pm |
| AP RCET 2022 Exam | 17-10-2022 to 19-10-2022 |
| AP RCET 2022 Preliminary Key | 19/10/2022 to 21/10/2022 |
| Objections on Preliminary Key | 21/10/2022 to 23/10/2022 |
| Declaration of Eligibility for Interview | 13-10-2022 6.00 pm |
| Official Website | cets.apsche.ap.gov.in |
AP RCET 2022 Notification PDF
Andhra University, Visakhapatnam released the AP RCET 2023 official notification on 29-08-2022 for the Academic year 2023 for admission into a Ph.D. program (Full-Time / Part-Time) offered by various universities and recognized research centers in the state of Andhra Pradesh.
The official notification link has been provided below, interested candidates can download the notification from the below-provided link.
AP RCET Official Notification 2023 PDF: Click here
AP RCET 2022 Exam Date
Based on the official notification, the AP RCET 2023 entrance test is conducted from 17-10-2022 to 19-10-2022. However, until then, aspirants keep visiting the official website for exam-related updates or visit us for more updates on this test.
Dates of Entrance Tests:
17-10-2022 to 19-10-2022
Time of Tests:
- 09:00 AM to 11:00 AM & 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM
AP RCET 20222 Exam Schedule:
AP RCET Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Aspirants should be of Indian Nationality, They should belong to the State of Andhra Pradesh.
Educational Qualification
Candidates with PG in respective subject and qualified in UGCNET(Including JRF)/ UGC-CSIR-NET(Including JRF)/ SLET/ GATE (with valid score)/ GPAT (with valid score)/ and FDP/ Teacher Fellowship holders or who have passed M.Phil Programme.
Important Note:
Candidates waiting for the final semester / Year result of the qualifying degree can also apply for APRCET-2022. But such candidates shall be considered for admission only if they submit a PG degree certificate at the time of interview.
Full information on AP RCET Eligibility Criteria has been provided below. Candidates who are going to apply for the test must read the below-mentioned.
AP RCET 2022 Eligibility Criteria Details: Click Here
Age Limit
No specific age limit for the AP RCET 20222
AP RCET Application Fee
AP RCET 2022 Application Fee is different for different category candidates. here we have given you the complete structure of the fee for all the category candidates. before going to Apply make sure of your category and application fee.
The candidate can apply for at most two subjects only in the APRCET-2022
- OC candidates have to pay Rs. 1500/-
- BC candidates have to pay Rs. 1300/-
- SC/ST/PWD candidates have to pay Rs. 1000/-
Important note:
- Submission of online application with late fee (Rs. 2000/- + Registration fee) is 05-10-2022
- Submission of online application with late fee (Rs. 5000/- + Registration fee) is 11-10-2022
AP RCET Exam Centres(Test zones)
The test will be conducted in 13 centers across the state of Andhra Pradesh and one center in Hyderabad.
- Srikakulam
- Vizianagaram
- Visakhapatnam
- Kakinada
- Bhimavaram
- Vijayawada
- Guntur
- Ongole
- Nellore
- Tirupati
- Kadapa
- Kurnool
- Anantapuramu
- Hyderabad
AP RCET 2022 Exam Pattern
APRCET-2022 is a computer-based test. The test shall be in multiple choice questions. Each question carries one mark. There shall not be any negative marks. The test will be conducted for two categories of candidates.
Category-I:
Candidates with PG in respective subject and qualified in UGCNET(Including JRF)/ UGC-CSIR-NET(Including JRF)/ SLET/ GATE (with valid score)/ GPAT (with valid score)/ and FDP/ Teacher Fellowship holders or who have passed M.Phil Programme. Category-I candidates have to write only Section-A (Research Methodology for 70 marks) of APRCET-2022.
Category-II:
Candidates with PG in their respective subject and not covered in Category I will be considered under this category. Category II candidates have to write Section A (Research Methodology for 70 marks) and Section B (respective subject for 70 Marks) of the APRCET-2022.
To qualify for an interview, candidates belonging to Category-1 and Category-II should have to secure a minimum of 50% marks for OC candidates and 45% marks for BC/SC/ST/PWD in APRCET-2022.
After qualifying in APRCET-2022 for the interview, the candidate has to attend an interview for (i) Category-I: 30 marks and (ii) Category-II: 60 marks.
Rank in APRCET will be based on the total marks obtained by the candidate in the written test and interview.
In APRCET-2022, Part-A for all the subjects including languages is in English only and the Part B of the subjects except languages are in English. For Languages, Part B is in the respective language.
AP RCET 2023 Hall Ticket
Andhra University, Visakhapatnam released the AP RCET 2022 Hall tickets on its official website on 13-10-2022. No personal intimation in this regard will be sent to the candidates. Candidates can download the AP RCET 2022 Hall ticket from the official website or by following a few simple steps:
Required Data:
- Registration Number
- Mobile Number
- Date of Birth
Step-by-step guide:
- First, Visit the AP RCET official website
- Then, Click on the ‘Download Hall Ticket’ tab
- Next, Fill up your details as asked
- After that, Click on the ‘Get Details’ button
- Finally, Download the Hall ticket
Click the below link to download the Hall ticket
AP RCET Hall ticket 2022: Click here
AP RCET 2022 Answer Key
Andhra University, Visakhapatnam released the AP RCET 2022 Preliminary keys on its official website from 19/10/2022 to 21/10/2022. Candidates who appeared for the test can download the Answer keys based on their subject by following a few simple steps.
Step-by-step guide:
- First, Visit the AP RCET official website
- Then, Click on the ‘Preliminary key’ tab
- Next, All subjects will appear
- After that, Click on the particular subject
- Finally, View the key
Click the below links to download the key
AP RCET Preliminary Key 2022: Click here
Important note:
Candidates who wish to raise objections on preliminary keys have to raise their objections online only using the link provided below. Objections will be received as:
| Exam Date | Last date to receive Objections |
| 17/10/2022 | 21/10/2022 6.00 PM. |
| 18/10/2022 | 22/10/2022 6.00 PM. |
| 19/10/2022 | 23/10/2022 6.00 PM. |
Key Objections:
Candidates who wish to raise objections on preliminary keys have the following required data:
- Registration Number
- RCET Hall Ticket Number
- Mobile Number
Key Objections Form: Time Out
AP RCET 2022 Results
Andhra University, Visakhapatnam released the AP RCET 2022 Results on its official website. However, until then, aspirants keep visiting the official website for results-related updates. Candidates who appeared for the test can download the AP RCET 2022 Results by following a few simple steps:
Required Data:
- Registration Number
- RCET Hallticket No
- Mobile Number
Step-by-step guide:
- First, Visit the AP RCET official website
- Then, Click on the ‘Results’ tab
- Next, Fill up your details as asked
- After that, Click on View Results
- Finally, Download the Results
Click the below link to download the Results:
AP RCET Results 2022: Click here
AP RCET 2022 Rank Card
Andhra University, Visakhapatnam released the AP RCET 2022 Rank Card on its official website along with the results. Candidates who appeared for the test can download the AP RCET 2022 Rank Card by following a few simple steps:
Required Data:
- Registration Number
- RCET Hallticket No
- Date of Birth
Step-by-step guide:
- First, Visit the AP RCET official website
- Then, Click on the ‘Rank Card’ tab
- Next, Fill up your details as asked
- After that, Click on ‘View Rank Card
- Finally, Download the Rank Card
Click the below link to download the Rank Card
AP RCET Rank Card 2022: Click here
How to fill in AP RCET Application Form 2022?
Students who are willing to take the test must ensure the eligibility criteria before filling out the Application form. students can fill out the form quickly by following the below-explained steps.
Applying process–Step-by-step guide:
- STEP 1: First, Students have to visit the AP RCET official website
- STEP 2: Then, Click on the Application Fee Payment link, Pay your Application Fee through any payment gateway/credit/ debit/net banking
- STEP 3: Next, Click on the Fill Application Form link then fill up Payment Reference ID, Qualifying Examination Hall Ticket No, Mobile Number, and Date of Birth, and click on Proceed to Fill Application
- STEP 4: After that, Fill up all your personal details as asked like Name, DOB, Mobile number, etc…
- STEP 5: Finally, After filling up all your personal details then check all the details once then submit the application form after that get the printout for further future reference.
AP RCET Application Link
Students can apply for the AP RCET 2022 Entrance exam between 01-09-2022 to 24-09-2022. Students who are going to apply for the test must check their eligibility once. candidates can apply directly from the below-mentioned link.
AP RCET Online Application Form: (Time Out)
AP RCET Print Application Form: Click here
AP RCET Response Sheet: Click here
AP RCET Know Your Payment Status: Click here
What are the qualifying marks for AP RCET?
To qualify for an interview, candidates belonging to Category-1 and Category-II should have to secure a minimum of 50% marks for OC candidates and 45% marks for BC/SC/ST/PWD in APRCET-2022.
What is the age limit for the AP RCET exam?
No specific age limit for the AP RCET.
What is the use of the AP RCET exam?
AP RCET is an Andhra Pradesh Research Common Entrance Test for admission into a Ph.D. program (Full-Time / Part-Time) offered by various universities and recognized research centers in the state of Andhra Pradesh.
What is the fee for the AP RCET exam?
OC candidates have to pay Rs. 1500, BC candidates have to pay Rs. 1300/, and SC/ST/PWD candidates have to pay Rs. 1000/-