AP POLYCET Exam 2026: Date, Timings, Test Pattern, OMR Rules, Syllabus and Day‑of Guidelines for Candidates

AP POLYCET Exam 2026 on April 25, 2026: offline pen-and-paper test from 11 AM–1 PM. 120 MCQs across Mathematics (50), Physics (40) and Chemistry (30). Key OMR and reporting rules for candidates.

Edited by Amit Sharma

Updated April 24, 2026 8:32 AM

    AP POLYCET Exam 2026

    AP POLYCET Exam 2026 will be held on April 25, 2026 . The test is offline (pen-and-paper) and runs for 2 hours from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM .

    AP POLYCET Exam 2026: Test structure

    The paper has a total of 120 MCQs for 120 marks . Each correct answer carries 1 mark and there is no negative marking .

    Particulars Details
    Exam date April 25, 2026
    Duration 2 hours (11:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
    Mode Offline (pen-and-paper)
    Total questions 120 MCQs
    Total marks 120
    Subjects Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry
    Mathematics 50 questions
    Physics 40 questions
    Chemistry 30 questions
    Marking scheme +1 for correct; no negative marking
    Medium of paper English and Telugu

    AP POLYCET Exam 2026: Day‑of rules and OMR instructions

    Carry your hall ticket — it is mandatory for entry. You must reach the exam centre 30–45 minutes before the start time; late entry may be denied once the exam begins.

    The OMR response must be darkened using only a 2B pencil . Fill your roll number and personal details accurately. Avoid stray marks and multiple answers for a single question to prevent evaluation errors.

    Syllabus, language and preparation pointers

    The syllabus is based on AP Class 10 (SSC) March 2026 . The paper will be in English and Telugu. Focus on core topics from Class 10 across Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry rather than new material on the last day.

    Solve previous years' questions to understand the pattern and time your attempts. Since there is no negative marking, prioritise accuracy and attempt questions you are confident about.

    Important dates

    Event Date
    AP POLYCET 2026 exam date April 25, 2026
    Live revision thread activity 23–24 April 2026

    FAQs

    What is the AP POLYCET 2026 exam date? A: April 25, 2026 .
    What is the exam duration? A: 2 hours (11 AM to 1 PM) .
    Is there negative marking? A: No. There is no negative marking .
    What should I use to mark the OMR sheet? A: Use only a 2B pencil to darken options.
    Is the hall ticket mandatory? A: Yes. You cannot enter the exam hall without your hall ticket.
    What syllabus is the paper based on? A: The syllabus follows AP Class 10 (SSC) March 2026 .
    When should I reach the exam centre? A: Reach 30–45 minutes before the scheduled start time.

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