AP ECET 2026 Answer Key
JNTU Anantapur has released the preliminary AP ECET 2026 Answer Key for the exam held on April 23, 2026 . The university published the master question papers and individual response sheets on the official portal cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/ECET.
How to download the AP ECET 2026 Answer Key
Candidates can view and download the preliminary key and their individual response sheets from the APSCHE exam portal. Use the master question paper links on the page to open subject-wise PDFs and match your answers offline.
The official marking scheme gives +1 for each correct answer and there is no negative marking . Use this to estimate your raw score immediately after checking the PDF key.
Objections and next steps for AP ECET 2026 Answer Key
An objection window is open for candidates who find discrepancies in the preliminary key. Objections must be submitted on the same portal before April 29, 2026 7:00 PM .
To raise an objection you must login with your registration number and hall ticket number, attach supporting documentary evidence, and provide clear reasons for the challenge. Each objection carries a non-refundable processing charge of ₹300 per question .
The examination authority will refer all valid challenges to an expert panel. After review and reconciliation, a final answer key will be prepared and used to compile results.
Final results and admission impact
The final AP ECET 2026 results are expected on May 7, 2026 . These results will be used to prepare the merit list for lateral entry admissions into engineering and pharmacy diploma-to-degree programmes across Andhra Pradesh.
Candidates should keep their registration and hall ticket details ready for any follow-up or correction processes. If you plan to object, ensure your submission includes credible evidence and the correct question reference to avoid rejection.
This release and the objection period are routine steps before declaration of results; they give candidates a chance to verify answers and protect their scores ahead of counselling and admission rounds.
Authority names: Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Anantapur (JNTU Anantapur) and the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE).