Andhra University, conducting the test on behalf of APSCHE, has released the AP PGECET 2026 Bio Technology Question Paper following the online Shift 1 exam held on April 29, 2026 . You can download the question paper along with the answer key and solutions PDF from the official release linked in the exam authority bulletin.
AP PGECET 2026 Bio Technology Question Paper — key facts
The Biotechnology paper had 120 questions , split into two sections: Engineering Mathematics and Engineering Domain Specific. Each correct answer carries 1 mark and there is no negative marking for incorrect responses.
The exam is the state-level gateway for admission to M.Tech., M.Pharm. and Pharm.D (PB) courses and was conducted in computer-based mode. Candidates who appeared should use the released paper and solutions for self-assessment and preparation for counselling.
AP PGECET 2026 Bio Technology Question Paper: Topic-wise Weightage
Below is the topic-wise distribution reported for the Biotechnology paper (approximate counts and percentages):
| Major Subject | Approx. Number of Questions | Expected % (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Mathematics | 12–18 | 10–15% |
| Microbiology | 10–12 | 8–10% |
| Biochemistry | 14–18 | 12–15% |
| Molecular Biology & Genetics | 14–18 | 12–15% |
| Bioprocess Engineering | 18–22 | 15–18% |
| Process Biotechnology | 10–12 | 8–10% |
| Recombinant DNA Technology | 12–14 | 10–12% |
| Plant & Animal Biotechnology | 7–10 | 6–8% |
| Immunology | 7–10 | 6–8% |
| Bioinformatics | 6–8 | 5–7% |
What this means for candidates
If you appeared in Shift 1, use the released question paper and solutions to estimate your raw score out of 120 . The absence of negative marking means your total will be the count of correct answers. These materials help cross-check responses before the official answer key or result is published by the exam authority.
AP PGECET is used for admissions into M.Tech., M.Pharm., and Pharm.D (PB) across participating universities and colleges in Andhra Pradesh. Andhra University handled exam administration for AP PGECET 2026 on behalf of APSCHE.
If you need the paper and solutions, check the exam authority's uploads or the official Andhra University/APSCHE bulletin where the PDFs and answer keys are posted for download.