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    AP PGCET Syllabus 2026 PDF: Category I, II & III, Subject-Wise Topics Syllabus

    AP PGCET Syllabus 2026 PDF: Category I, II & III, Subject-Wise Topics Syllabus

    Anapally RajeshUpdated on 23 Dec 2025, 04:29 PM IST

    AP PGCET Syllabus 2026 - Candidates preparing for AP PGCET exam have to go through the syllabus to score more marks in the examination. The syllabus of AP PGCET is divided into three categories based on the subjects. AP PGCET syllabus for category I covers all the syllabus for Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. Category II of AP PGCET syllabus includes the syllabus of Commerce and Education. Category III deals with the syllabus for science.

    This Story also Contains

    1. AP PGCET Syllabus Overview
    2. How To Download AP PGCET Syllabus Online?
    3. AP PGCET Syllabus- Category Wise
    4. AP PGCET Exam Pattern 2026
    5. AP PGCET 2026 - Exam Day Instructions
    AP PGCET Syllabus 2026 PDF: Category I, II & III, Subject-Wise Topics Syllabus
    APPGCET Syllabus

    Candidates can check topics and subjects they need to prepare for the AP PGCET entrance exam entrance test by looking at the syllabus. Aspirants can also download the AP PGCET syllabus for different subjects individually. To know more about the AP PGCET 2026, candidates can read the article below.

    AP PGCET Syllabus Overview

    The AP PGCET (Post Graduate Common Entrance Test) is a competitive examination conducted by the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE). AP PGCET will be conducted for the admission of students into various postgraduate courses in the state.

    The AP PGCET syllabus includes topics from the respective disciplines of the courses that the candidate has applied for. Candidates are advised to go through the PGCET syllabus in AP before practicing for AP PGCET 2026. The AP PGCET examination will be conducted in online mode.

    How To Download AP PGCET Syllabus Online?

    • Visit the official website of the Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Common Entrance Test (AP PGCET): cets.apsche.ap.gov.in

    • On the homepage, click on the 'Syllabus' tab.

    • Now, select your course and the language of your choice.

    • The syllabus for the selected course will be displayed in PDF format.

    • Download the syllabus and save it for reference.

    AP PGCET Syllabus- Category Wise

    Candidates appearing for AP PGCET exam must check the AP PGCET subject-wise syllabus in the table below. The syllabus for PGCET 2026 has been categorised for the convenience of the candidates.:

    AP PGCET Syllabus 2026

    Subjects

    Syllabus

    Category I (Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences)

    English

    Check here

    General Test

    Check here

    SanskritCheck here

    Urdu

    Check here

    Tamil

    Check here

    Telugu

    Check here

    BFA

    Check here

    Humanities and Social Sciences

    Check here

    Performing Arts

    Check here

    Political Science

    Check here

    History

    Check here

    Economics

    Check here

    AP PGCET Syllabus 2026 - Category II

    Subject

    Syllabus

    Category II (Commerce and Education)

    Commerce

    Check here

    Physical Education

    Check here

    Education

    Check here

    AP PGCET Syllabus 2026 - Category III

    Subjects

    Syllabus

    Category III (Sciences)

    Life Sciences

    Check here

    Food And Nutrition Sciences

    Check here

    Botany

    Check here

    Sericulture

    Check here

    Zoology

    Check here

    Mathematical Sciences

    Check here

    Statistics

    Check here

    Physical Sciences

    Check here

    Electronics

    Check here

    Chemical Sciences

    Check here

    Polymer Science

    Check here

    Geology

    Check here

    Psychology

    Check here

    Computer Science

    Check here

    Geography

    Check here

    AP PGCET Exam Pattern 2026

    The AP PGCET 2026 test pattern contains information about the exam mode, the amount of questions asked, sections, marking scheme, and other topics. The APPGCET exam pattern assists candidates in understanding the format of the AP PGCET question paper. Students must also check the APPGCET syllabus PDF in addition to the APPGCET test pattern. Candidates who are studying for the AP PGCET exam should read the entire article for additional information on the exam pattern of AP PGCET. The conducting body will publish the Andhra University PG syllabus in online mode.

    AP PGCET 2026 Exam Pattern

    Particulars

    Details

    Mode of Examination

    Online

    Duration of Exam

    90 minutes

    Language of paper

    English

    Nature of questions

    Objective type questions

    Total Questions

    100 questions

    Marking Scheme

    One mark is awarded for the correct answer

    Negative marking

    There are no negative marks for incorrect answers.

    AP PGCET 2026 - Exam Day Instructions

    • Throughout the examination process, candidates are required to maintain their AP PGCET 2026 admit card with them at all times.

    • Candidates should find their assigned hall and seat as soon as they enter the centre.

    • Before entering the centre, candidates will undergo a hand frisk and be photographed or videotaped if applicable.

    • Candidates must enter the allocated hall and take their seats after completing all requirements.

    • The OMR page should only be filled out using a blue or black ballpoint pen.

    • No candidate may leave the examination room or hall before the scheduled paper's scheduled half-time has passed.

    • It is completely forbidden to copy, use dishonest means of any type, talk, ask other applicants for advice, or borrow materials inside the testing facility.

    • Any form of misconduct may result in the candidate's expulsion.

    • Caught copying helping with copying will result in the cancellation of the answer sheet and/or the candidate.

    • The exam for that candidate will also be cancelled if they mark the answer sheet or question paper in any way.

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    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: What are the subjects for AP PGCET examination 2026?
    A:

    The subjects included in AP PGCET 2026 are Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, Commerce and Education and Sciences.

    Q: When will the AP PGCET 2026 exam take place?
    A:

    The AP PGCET examination will be held in June. 

    Q: Is there any negative marking in AP PGCET examination?
    A:

    No, there is no negative marking in the AP PGCET 2026 examination.

    Q: What is the pattern of the AP PGCET 2026 exam?
    A:

    The question paper consists of 100 objective (multiple choice only) type questions and the duration of exam will be 90 minutes.

    Q: How many categories are in AP PGCET syllabus 2026?
    A:

    There will be three categories in  AP PGCET syllabus 2026. They are:

    • Category I (Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences)

    • Category II (Commerce and Education)

    • Category III (Sciences)

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