The Andhra Pradesh Department of School Education has officially released the AP DEECET 2026 notification for admission into the two-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) course. This entrance exam is conducted at the state level for candidates who aspire to become primary school teachers in Andhra Pradesh.
AP DEECET (Andhra Pradesh Diploma in Elementary Education Common Entrance Test) is the gateway for admission into Government DIET colleges and private teacher training institutions across the state. Thousands of candidates apply every year to secure seats in D.El.Ed programs.
Important Dates
As per the notification, the online application process has already begun. Candidates must complete their registration within the stipulated time to avoid last-minute issues.
Notification Release: March 2026
Online Application Start Date: March 31, 2026
Last Date to Apply: April 15, 2026
Hall Ticket Release: May 2026
Exam Date: May 2026
Results Announcement: June 2026
Applicants are advised to keep checking the official website for any updates regarding schedule changes.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for AP DEECET 2026 must fulfill the following eligibility requirements:
Must have passed Intermediate (Class 12) or equivalent from a recognized board
Minimum 50% marks for general category (45% for reserved categories)
Must have completed 17 years of age
No upper age limit for applying
Should be a resident of Andhra Pradesh
Candidates with vocational courses are generally not eligible for admission.
Application Process
The application process is completely online. Candidates need to visit the official AP DEECET portal and follow these steps:
Pay the application fee through online mode
Register using personal details
Fill the application form carefully
Upload photograph and signature
Submit the form and take a printout for future reference
The application fee is approximately Rs. 1000 for general candidates.
Exam Pattern
AP DEECET 2026 will be conducted in online mode. The exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions, each carrying one mark.
The paper is divided into two parts:
Part A (Compulsory):
Mathematics
General Knowledge
General Science
Social Studies
English
Language (Telugu/Urdu/Tamil etc.)
Teaching Aptitude
Part B (Optional – choose one):
Mathematics
Physical Science
Biological Science
Social Studies
The exam is designed to assess candidates’ teaching aptitude and subject knowledge.
Hall Ticket and Results
The hall ticket will be available online before the exam. Candidates must download it and carry it to the examination center along with valid ID proof.
After the exam, the answer key will be released, followed by the results. Candidates can check their scores online using login credentials.
Counselling and Admission
Qualified candidates will be called for counselling. During this process, candidates must:
Verify their documents
Choose preferred colleges
Participate in web options entry
Confirm seat allotment
Admission will be based on merit, reservation criteria, and availability of seats.
AP DEECET 2026 is an excellent opportunity for students aiming to build a career in the teaching field. With a structured selection process and numerous colleges offering D.El.Ed courses, candidates have a good chance of securing admission if they prepare well.
Interested candidates should apply as early as possible and begin their preparation seriously to perform well in the entrance examination.
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