AP EDCET Syllabus 2026: Detailed Subject-wise Syllabus

Section A

English

Section B

General Knowledge

Teaching Aptitude

Section C

Mathematics/Biological Science/Physical Science/Social Studies/English

Reading Comprehension

Correction of Sentences, Articles, Prepositions, Tenses, Spelling

Vocabulary, Synonyms, Antonyms

Transformation of Sentences - Simple, Compound, and Complex. Voices, Direct Speech and Indirect Speech

Questions will be designed to test the ability of the candidate’s general knowledge of the environment around them and its application to society

Questions will also be designed to test knowledge of current events and of such matters of everyday observation and experience in their scientific outlook as is expected of an educated person

The test will also include questions relating to India and its neighbouring Countries especially pertaining to History, Culture, Geography, Ecology, Economics, General Policy and Scientific Research

Teaching requires certain characteristics like ability to communicate, ability to deal with Children, ability to recognize individual differences etc., apart from analytical thinking and general intelligence. One who has these characteristics will be able to become a good teacher after training. Questions relating to these aspects will be included to test one’s teaching aptitude

Differential Equations

First order and first degree (Linear, Exact, Integrating factors); First order but not first degree (Clairaut’s Equation); Higher order linear equations (homogenous/non-homogenous); Method of variation of parameters; Cauchy-Euler and Legendre's equations.

Three-Dimensional Analytical Solid Geometry

The Plane: Intercepts, perpendicular length, bisectors. The Line: Angle between line and plane, coplanarity, shortest distance. The Sphere: Equations, plane sections, tangency, power of a point. Cones: Guiding curves, enveloping cones, right circular cones.

Abstract Algebra

Groups & Subgroups: Binary operations, Lagrange’s Theorem, Cosets, Normal subgroups, Quotient groups. Homomorphism: Isomorphism, Kernel, Fundamental theorem. Permutations & Cyclic groups: Cayley’s theorem. Rings: Boolean Rings, Integral Domains, Fields, Ideals.

Real Analysis

Real Numbers & Sequences: Completeness property, Cauchy’s criterion, Bolzano-Weierstrass theorem. Infinite Series: Convergence tests (P-test, Root test, Ratio test, Leibnitz Test). Functions: Continuity, Uniform continuity, Mean Value Theorems (Rolle’s, Lagrange’s, Cauchy’s). Riemann Integration: Darboux theorem, Fundamental theorem of integral calculus.

Linear Algebra

Vector Spaces: Subspaces, Linear independence, Basis, Dimension, Quotient space. Linear Transformations: Rank-Nullity Theorem. Matrix: Rank, Characteristic values/vectors, Cayley-Hamilton Theorem. Inner Product Spaces: Schwartz inequality, Orthogonality, Gram-Schmidt process, Bessel’s inequality.

Physics

Mechanics & Oscillations

Newton’s Laws, rigid body mechanics, central forces, relativistic mechanics, and undamped, damped, and forced oscillations.

Waves & Optics

Vibrating strings, ultrasonics, interference, diffraction, and polarisation of light, fibre optics, and laser principles.

Thermodynamics

Kinetic theory of gases, laws of thermodynamics, potentials (Maxwell’s equations), low-temperature physics, and quantum radiation.

Electricity & Electronics

Electrostatics, dielectrics, magnetostatics, electromagnetic induction, Maxwell’s equations, basic electronic devices, and digital electronics.

Modern Physics

Atomic and molecular physics, matter waves, Schrodinger wave mechanics, nuclear structure, nanomaterials, and superconductivity.

Chemistry

Inorganic Chemistry

Chemistry of p, d, and f-block elements, bonding theories, coordination chemistry, and bioinorganic chemistry.

Physical Chemistry

States of matter (solid, liquid, gas), solutions, ionic equilibrium, chemical kinetics, electrochemistry, and thermodynamics.

Organic Chemistry

Hydrocarbons (alkanes, alkenes, alkynes), benzene reactivity, functional groups (alcohols, phenols, carbonyls), and biomolecules like carbohydrates and proteins.

General Chemistry & Spectroscopy

Surface chemistry, chemical bonding, stereochemistry, and molecular spectroscopy (NMR, IR, Rotation, and Electronic).

Botany

Microbes & Non-Vascular Plants

Origin of life, viral structure (TMV), bacterial recombination, and the life history of Fungi, Algae, and Bryophytes.

Vascular Plants & Phytogeography

Morphology and anatomy of Pteridophytes and Gymnosperms, Bentham and Hooker taxonomy, and world phytogeographic regions.

Anatomy, Embryology & Ecology

Tissue systems, anomalous growth, pollination, embryo development, ecosystem energy flow, and biodiversity conservation (IUCN/Red Data Book).

Physiology & Metabolism

Plant-water relations, Photosynthesis (C3, C4, CAM pathways), nitrogen metabolism, and the role of Plant Growth Regulators (PGRs).

Cell Biology, Genetics & Breeding

Cell ultrastructure, Mendelian genetics, linkage/crossing over, DNA replication, and selection methods in plant breeding.

Zoology

Animal Diversity

Taxonomy principles, biology of Nonchordates (Protozoa to Hemichordata), and Chordate systems (Pisces, Amphibia, Reptilia, Aves, Mammalia).

Molecular Biology & Evolution

Cell organelle functions, gene interactions, sex determination, the central dogma (transcription/translation), and theories of evolution like Neo-Darwinism.

Physiology & Metabolism

Human physiology (digestion, circulation, excretion), nerve impulse transmission, muscle contraction, and carbohydrate/lipid/protein metabolism.

Immunology & Biotechnology

Innate/adaptive immunity, vaccine programs, recombinant DNA technology, PCR, and transgenic animal applications.

Subject Area

Core Themes

Key Topics and Concepts

Geography

Physical, Human & Economic Geography

Earth movements (volcanoes, earthquakes), climate classification (Koppen), distribution of world races, population theories (Malthus), and industrial location theories (Weber).

Geography of India & Remote Sensing

Relief structures, drainage systems, mineral resources (coal, petroleum), Green Revolution, and the basics of GIS and Remote Sensing techniques.

History

Ancient & Medieval India

Indus Valley Civilization, Vedic Age, Buddhism/Jainism, Mauryan and Gupta administrations, Delhi Sultanate, and the Vijayanagara and Mughal Empires.

Modern India & World History

Colonial rule, the 1857 Revolt, the National Freedom Movement (Gandhian phase), History of Andhra (1512–1956), French Revolution, and World Wars I & II.

Civics

Political Theory & Systems

Definition of the State, theories of rights, political ideologies (Marxism, Liberalism), and different forms of government (Parliamentary vs. Presidential).

Indian Government & Thought

Salient features of the Indian Constitution, Fundamental Rights, Union/State Executives, the Judiciary, and Western political thinkers like Plato, Aristotle, and Mill.

Economics

Micro & Macro Analysis

Laws of Demand/Supply, market structures (Monopoly, Oligopoly), National Income measurement, Keynesian employment theory, and trade cycles.

Development & Statistics

Sustainable development, obstacles to growth, Economic Reforms (GST), the economy of Andhra Pradesh post-bifurcation, and statistical methods (Correlation, Regression, Index Numbers).

Category

Focus Area

Key Topics and Representative Works

Foundational Skills

Classes VIII-X & Intermediate

Language functions, elements of Phonetics, Grammar, Phrasal Verbs (idioms), Writing, Study, and Reference skills.

600–1500

Introduction to English Literature

Periods: Old English, Middle English, Renaissance. Genres: Epic, Romance, Sonnet, Miracle plays. Key Works: Chaucer (Controlling the Tongue), Marlowe (Dr. Faustus).

1500–1660

Elizabethan & Jacobean Literatures

Literary Forms: Simile, Metaphor, Tragedy, Comedy of Humours. Key Works: Shakespeare (Twelfth Night), Donne (For whom the Bell Tolls), Bacon (Of Superstition).

1660–1750

Restoration & Augustan Literature

Literary Forms: Satire, Mock-epic, Heroic couplet, Periodical essay. Key Works: Swift (The Place of the Damned), Congreve (The Way of the World), Johnson (Preface to Shakespeare).

1757–1901

Romantic & Victorian Periods

Literary Forms: Biography, Melodrama, Gothic/Regional novels. Key Works: Wordsworth (Tintern Abbey), Jane Austen (Pride and Prejudice), Matthew Arnold (The Study of Poetry).

World Literature

Glimpses of Global Works

Poetry: Maya Angelou (Caged Bird). Drama: Vijay Tendulkar (Silence! The Court is in Session). Criticism: Chinua Achebe (An Image of Africa).

Particular

Details

Exam Mode

CBT

Exam Duration

2 hours

Total number of Questions

150

Total Marks

150

AP EDCET Question Type

MCQs

Marking Scheme

+1 for correct answer

No Negative Marking

Part

Section

Number of Questions

Marks

A

General English

25

25

B

General Knowledge (15)

Teaching Aptitude (10)

25

25

C

Subject Specific

100

100