AP RCET 2025 - Application Form, Exam Date, Syllabus, Pattern, Admit Card, Result, and Latest Updates

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AP RCET 2025 notification is expected to be released in February 2025 on the official website. Stay tuned for further updates and details regarding the AP RCET 2025 exam!

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AP RCET 2025

AP RCET 2025 exam notification will be released in February 2025. Along with the release of the official notification, AP RCET registration 2025 is also expected to begin in February 2025, on the official website rcet-sche.aptonline.in. Per the previous year's analysis, AP RCET exam 2025 is expected to be scheduled in May 2025. AP RCET 2025 notification will include all information regarding the exam, including important dates, exam schedule & timings, admission process, fee, and syllabus, etc. The direct link to access & download the APRCET 2025 notification will be activated below once the authorities release it. 

Direct Link: APRCET 2025 Notification PDF Download (To be Activated)

Sri Venkateswara University (SVU), Tirupati is the conducting authority of AP RCET 2025 entrusted by the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE). The AP RCET exam is held annually for admission to PhD programs at 17 universities in Andhra Pradesh. Candidates who will pass the APRCET will be accepted to full-time and part-time PhD programmes at Andhra Pradesh universities and research centres in the academic year 2025. Candidates can find everything about the AP RCET 2025 exam on this page!

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AP RCET 2025 Important Dates

Following table shows the AP RCET 2025 important dates:

Events

Important Dates

Commencement of AP RCET 2025 registration

February 2025 

Submission of online AP RCET 2025 application with late fee (Rs 2000/- + Registration Fee)

March - April 2025 

Submission of online AP RCET 2025 application with late fee (Rs 5000/- + Registration Fee)

April 2025 

AP RCET 2025 Application Correction

April 2025 

APRCET 2025 Hall Ticket Download

April 2025 
APRCET 2025 Exam Date

May 2025

AP RCET 2025 Answer Key

May 2025

Objections in AP RCET 2025 Answer Key

May 2025
AP RCET 2025 ResultMay 2025

APRCET 2025 Counselling Phase 1 Registration

September 2025

AP RCET 2025 Phase 1 Web Options
September - October 2025

AP RCET 2025 Phase 1 Seat Allotment 

October 2025

Reporting to the Respective Universities 

October 2025
APRCET 2025 Counselling Phase 2 Registration
November 2025
AP RCET 2025 Phase 2 Web Options Entry
November 2025
AP RCET 2025 Phase 2 Seat Allotment 
November 2025
College Reporting
November  2025

AP RCET 2025 Exam Highlights

Candidates can check the AP RCET 2025 exam highlights in the following table:

Exam Name

Andhra Pradesh Research Common Entrance Test (AP RCET 2025 Exam)

Conducting Body

Andhra University, Visakhapatnam

Exam Level

State-level Exam

Purpose of the Exam

PhD Admissions (Full-Time & Part-Time)

AP RCET 2025 Exam Dates

May 2025

Registration Mode

Online

Exam Mode

Online

Question Type

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Total Questions

140 questions

Total Marks

140 marks

Exam Duration

2 Hours

Interview Round60 Marks

Medium of the Instructions

English

Exam Sections

Part A & Part B

Marking Scheme

+1 for every correct answer

No negative marking

APRCET 2025 Exam Schedule and Timing

Candidates can check the expected APRCET 2025 exam schedule and timing in the table provided below:

DatesSession - I  (09.00 am to 11.00 am)Session - II  (02.30 pm to 04.30 pm)
Day 1 - May 2025
  • 04-Buddhist Studies
  • 13-International and Area Studies
  • 16-Library and Information Science
  • 21-Philosophy
  • 22-Physical Education
  • 26-PublicAdministration
  • 38-Botany
  • 39-Chemical Sciences
  • 40-Computer Science and Applications
  • 58-Mechanical Engineering
  • 63-Comparative Dravidian Literature
  • 07-Education
  • 10-Folklore
  • 14-Journalism and Mass Communication
  • 20-Performing Arts
  • 32-Sociology
  • 41-Electronics and Instrumentation
  • 44-Geology
  • 45-Home Science
  • 64-Tulu
Day 2 - May 2025
  • 05-Commerce
  • 08-English
  • 30-Sanskrit
  • 34-Tourism Management
  • 43-Geography
  • 46-Material Science and Nanotechnology
  • 50-Statistics
  • 52-Civil Engineering
  • 57-Food Technology
  • 62-Biotechnology
  • 09-Fine Arts
  • 11-Hindi
  • 12-History
  • 17-Linguistics
  • 25-Psychology
  • 36-Applied Life Sciences
  • 48-Physics
  • 59-Metallurgical Engineering
  • 65-Mahatma Jyothirao Phule Centre
  • 67-Geo-Engineering
Day 3 - May 2025
  • 01-Adult Education
  • 02-Anthropology
  • 18-Management
  • 27-Dr.B.R. Ambedkar Chair
  • 29-Rural Development
  • 42-Environmental Science
  • 47-Mathematics
  • 53-Chemical Engineering
  • 56-Electronics and Communication Engineering
  • 06-Economics
  • 15-Law
  • 19-Music
  • 23-Political Science
  • 49-Sericulture
  • 51-Zoology
  • 54-Computer Science and Engineering
  • 69-Babu Jagjivan Ram Chair
Day 4 - May 2025
  • 31-Social Work
  • 33-Telugu
  • 35-Women's Studies
  • 37-Biochemistry
  • 55-Electrical and Electronics
  • Engineering
  • 60-Marine Engineering
  • 61-Pharmacy
  • 66-Urdu
  • 68-Meteorology & Physical Oceanography

AP RCET 2025 Admission Process

AP RCET 2025 exam for various courses have different stages for the AP RCET 2025 admission process. Once students fill out the AP RCET 2025 application form successfully, they will be required to wait for the admit card in order to appear for the AP RCET 2025 exam. 

Candidates will be given the admit card before the AP RCET 2025 exam. Once the exam is conducted, the AP RCET 2025 result will be announced on the official website. The University Department will call the candidate who will clear the entrance exam for an interview and counselling process. The short steps for the AP RCET selection process 2025 are mentioned below:

Candidates will be given their admit card prior to the AP RCET 2025 exam. After the exam, the AP RCET 2025 results will be posted on the official website. The University Department will contact the candidate who passes the entrance exam to schedule an interview and counselling session. The steps for the AP RCET selection process 2025 are as follows:

  • Online registration of the AP RCET 2025 exam
  • Fill AP RCET 2025 application form
  • Release of AP RCET 2025 admit card
  • Appear in the AP RCET 2025 exam
  • Announcement of the AP RCET 2025 results
  • Appear in the AP RCET 2025 exam counselling and submit the counselling fee
  • Clear Oral Interview
  • Get admission into the course 

AP RCET 2025 Application Form

AP RCET 2025 exam application form will be released for the students in online mode along with the AP RCET 2025 official notification in February 2025. Candidates are required to visit the official website to fill out the AP RCET 2025 application form. Candidates must submit 12th grade and graduation certificates in order to fill out the APRCET application form. Before filling out the application form, go over the list of documents required for AP RCET 2025 and the AP RCET 2025 eligibility criteria. After filling out all of the necessary information, candidates must pay the AP RCET 2025 exam application fee. After completing the AP RCET 2025 application process, submit the AP RCET 2025 form and print a copy of the confirmation page for future reference.

How to Fill AP RCET 2025 Application Form

Filling the AP RCET 2025 exam application form is quite an easy process. Candidates can follow the step-by-step format mentioned below of the AP RCET 2025 admission process.

Step 1: Online AP RCET 2025 Registration

Aspirants who are planning to appear for the AP RCET 2025 exam will be required to successfully fill out the AP RCET exam 2025 application form. Candidates will need a valid email ID to make a student login account. Create a login account on the official website and click on the “Apply Now” button. 

Step 2: Fill AP RCET 2025 Application Form

Now, the candidate will be required to read all the given instructions on the website and start filling out the AP RCET 2025 application form. Fill in all the required details such as Name, Father’s name, education details, etc. Documents required for the AP RCET 2025 exam application form are mentioned below:

  • Email ID
  • Mobile number
  • Date of birth
  • Educational certificates such as 12th mark sheet, graduation degree, etc.

Step 3: AP RCET 2025 Exam Application Fee

Candidates will be required to submit the AP RCET 2025 application fee after successfully filling out the application form.

Step 4: Print the AP RCET 2025 Application Form

When the students receive the confirmation of submitting the application and AP RCET 2025 application fee, they can print and download the AP RCET 2025 application form. 

AP RCET 2025 Application Fee

The AP RCET 2025 application fee is different for different categories. Students can check the AP RCET 2025 exam application fee in the table below:

Category

AP RCET 2025 Application Fee

OC

Rs. 1,500

BC

Rs. 1,300

SC/ ST/ PWD

Rs. 1,000

AP RCET 2025 Eligibility Criteria

All the candidates who wish to appear for the AP RCET 2025 exam will have to fulfil the AP RCET 2025 eligibility. The exam has certain requirements for the students and the AP RCET 2025 exam eligibility criteria are as follows:

  • All the candidates who are filling out the AP RCET 2025 exam application should have a postgraduate degree with a minimum of 55 per cent marks. For the reserved category students, the minimum marks required are 45%.
  • Candidates must have a master’s degree from a recognised board or university
  • There is no age limit to apply for the AP RCET 2025 exam.

Aspirants who want to pursue a part-time course can also apply for the same through the AP RCET 2025 Exam. Admission to the AP RCET 2025 part-time course requirement is as follows:

  • Candidates should be working in PG centres or universities.
  • Candidates who are working in postgraduate and professional colleges will require a minimum of two years of service experience. However, this requirement is not applicable to faculty teaching Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics and Humanities. 
  • Aspirants who are working as Librarians or Assistant Librarians can also apply.  
  • Candidates who are working in a Polytechnic Government or private junior college will require a minimum of four years of service experience. 
  • Aspirants who are working in research institutes will need 5 years of experience. 

AP RCET 2025 Syllabus

Students who are appearing for AP RCET 2025 exam should know the APRCET 2025 syllabus. AP RCET 2025 exam syllabus is divided into 2 parts named Part A and Part B. 

Part A: AP RCET exam part A section comprises teaching and research aptitude for 70 marks.

Part B: AP RCET 2025 exam part B section consists of a subject-specific syllabus with 70 marks weightage.

Part C: APRCET 2025 Part C includes the interview round with 60 marks weightage.

APRCET 2025 Syllabus: Part A 

The detailed syllabus of AP RCET 2025 exam part A is given below in the table.

Topic

Content

Teaching Aptitude

  • Teaching Support System
  • Learner’s Characteristics
  • Factors Affecting Teaching
  • Methods of Teaching in Institutions of Higher Learning
  • Evaluation Systems

Research Aptitude

  • Methods of Research
  • Research
  • Steps of Research
  • Application of ICT in Research
  • Thesis and Article Writing
  • Research Ethics

Comprehension & Communication

  • Communication
  • Barriers to Effective Communication
  • Effective Communication
  • Mass-Media and Society

Mathematical Reasoning and Aptitude

  • Number Series, Letter Series, Codes, and Relationships
  • Types of Reasoning
  • Mathematical Aptitude

Logical Reasoning

  • Understanding the Structure of Arguments
  • Venn Diagram
  • Evaluating and Distinguishing Deductive and Inductive Reasoning.
  • Indian Logic
  • Analogies
  • Pramanas
  • Structure and Kinds of Anumana

Data Interpretation

  • Sources, Acquisition, and Classification of Data.
  • Data Interpretation
  • Data and Governance
  • Graphical Representation
  • Quantitative and Qualitative Data.

Information and Communication Technology

  • ICT: General Abbreviations and Terminology
  • Digital Initiatives in Higher Education
  • Basics of the Internet, E-mail, Audio, and Video-Conferencing
  • ICT and Governance

People, Development and Environment

  • Development and Environment
  • Environmental Issues
  • Human and Environment Interaction
  • Impacts of Pollutants on Human Health
  • Natural Hazards and Disasters
  • Natural and Energy Resources

Higher Education System

  • Institutions of Higher Learning and Education in Ancient India
  • Value Education and Environmental Education
  • Professional, Technical and Skill-Based Education
  • Policies, Governance, and Administration
  • Evolution of Higher Learning and Research in Post-Independence India
  • Oriental, Conventional and Non-conventional Learning Programs in India

APRCET 2025 Syllabus: Part B

The part B syllabus of the AP RCET 2025 exam includes Arts, Architecture, Engineering, Pharmacy, Science, and other subjects. The detailed syllabus of AP RCET 2025 part B is given below in the table. 

Course

Syllabus

Adult Education 

  • Adult Continuing Education
  • Theoretical and Functional Base
  • Education Status, Guidance, Challenges, Counselling
  • Curriculum Planning and HR Management
  • Vocational Education
  • Research Methods
  • Life-long Learning

Anthropology

  • Evolution, Social Structure and Organisation
  • Fossils
  • Chronology
  • Evolution
  • Human Genetics
  • Typo - Technology and Palaeolithic Cultural Features
  • Economic and Political Organisation: Religion and Magic
  • Holocene Culture
  • Indian Anthropology: Basic Concepts and Issues

Commerce

  • Business Economics
  • International Business
  • Business Environment
  • Financial & Management Accounting
  • Banking and Financial Institution
  • Business Statistics & Data Processing
  • Marketing Management & Business Management
  • Financial Management

Economics

  • Micro-Economic Analysis
  • Development and Planning
  • Macro-Economic Analysis
  • Public Finance
  • Indian Economy
  • International Economics
  • Statistical Methods
  • Environmental Economics
  • Mathematical Economics
  • Money and Banking

Education

  • Educational Studies
  • History, Politics and Economics of Education
  • Learner and Learning Process
  • Teacher Education
  • Curriculum Studies
  • Research in Education
  • Pedagogy, Andragogy and Assessment
  • Educational Management, Administration and Leadership 
  • Inclusive Education

Folklore

  • General Folklore
  • Folklore Research in Various States of India
  • Folk Literature
  • Tradition and Innovation in Folklore

History

  • Concept, Ideas and Terms
  • Mediaeval Indian History
  • Ancient Indian History
  • Modern Indian History
  • Colonial Economy
  • Indian Nationalism
  • Administration and Economy
  • Regional Kingdom

Law

  • Constitutional Law of India
  • Public International Law
  • Legal Theory
  • Family Law
  • Law of Crimes: General Principles
  • Law of Contracts: General Principles
  • Labour Law

Linguistics

  • Language and Linguistics
  • Phonetics, Phonology and Morphology
  • Historical Linguistics and South Asian Language Families
  • Syntax and Semantics
  • Socio-linguistics and Applied Linguistics

Music

  • Applied Theory
  • Historical Perspective of Music
  • Gharanas and Gayaki
  • Compositional Forms and their Evolution
  • Contribution of Scholars to Indian Music and their textual Tradition
  • Aesthetics
  • Folk Music
  • Instruments/ Dance
  • Music Teaching and Research Technologies

Philosophy

  • Classical Indian Philosophy
  • Classical Western Philosophy
  • Modern Indian Thinkers
  • Modern Western Philosophy

Political Science

  • Political Theory and Thought
  • Indian Government and Politics
  • Comparative Politics and Political Analysis
  • Public Administration
  • International Relations

AP RCET 2025 Exam Pattern

Knowing the AP RCET exam pattern 2025 is important for students and knowing the AP RCET 2025 exam pattern can help in the exam. Students can check the table below to understand the AP RCET 2025 exam pattern. 

Exam Mode

Online Computer Based

Exam Language 

English

Question Type

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)

Question Paper Part

Part A (teaching and research aptitude)

Part B (Subject specific)

Question Paper Marks

Total 140 marks (Part A 70 marks and Part B 70 marks) 

Exam Duration 

2 Hours

Marking System 

One mark for every correct answer

Negative Marking

No Negative Marking

AP RCET 2025 Exam Centers

While filling the AP RCET 2025 exam form, students can choose the exam centres depending on their choice and city. AP RCET 2025 exam will be conducted in 13 centres across the state of Andhra Pradesh and one centre in Hyderabad.  

Srikakulam  VijayawadaKadapa
Vizianagaram  GunturKurnool
Kakinada  NelloreHyderabad
Visakhapatnam  OngoleAnantapuram
BhimavaramTirupati

AP RCET 2025 Admit Card

After completing the AP RCET 2025 application form, an admit card will be available to the candidates on the official site. For AP RCET 2025 exam expected to take place in May 2025, the AP RCET Hall Ticket 2025  will be released in April 2025. The admit card will be made available on the official website for the candidates to download. This document is a must to carry into the examination center along with a valid ID. If candidates do not bring their AP RCET 2025 admit cards, they will not be allowed to enter. 

AP RCET 2025 Answer key

The officials will release the preliminary AP RCET 2025 Answer Key on their official website after the exam. Candidates can check it through the link which will be activated on this page upon its release! The last date for raising an objection to the answer key will be announced by the authority itself.

AP RCET Results 2025

The officials will announce AP RCET result 2025 on its official website tentatively in May 2025. Students can download the AP RCET exam results by entering their credentials. Candidates will require the AP RCET 2025 hall ticket number, registration number, and mobile number to check and download the results. 

AP RCET Counselling 2025

AP RCET Counselling 2025 will be organized by the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) for students who have successfully cleared AP RCET 2025 exam. The counselling process is expected to start approximately one month after the announcement of the APRCET results 2025, which are expected to be declared in May 2025. The detailed schedule for AP RCET 2025 counselling process, including registration, document verification, and seat allotment, will be made available on the official website, cets.apsche.ap.gov.in.

Courses Offered by AP RCET 2025

AP RCET 2025 exam is a state-level exam for students who have already completed their post-graduation. By appearing and clearing AP RCET exam 2025, candidates can take admission to PhD courses (full-time and part-time) at 17 different universities in Andhra Pradesh. Students can check "APRCET 2025 Study Plan and Preparation Strategy."

AP RCET 2025 Conducting Body

Andhra University (AU), Visakhapatnam is responsible for conducting AP RCET 2025 exam on the behalf of Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE). The college is known for offering high-quality education in numerous courses offered in multiple streams including Science, Arts, Management Engineering, etc.

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FAQs about AP RCET

What is the last date to apply for APRCET 2025?

The official schedule for AP RCET 2025 hasn't been released yet. Per the previous year's schedule, registrations for AP RCET 2025 will take place from February to April 2025. 

Has the AP RCET Phase 1 counselling started?

No, the AP RCET 2024 counselling for phase 1 is expected to begin in September 2025. 

Is APRCET conducted every year?

The AP RCET entrance exam is conducted once a year. 

 

How do I apply for APRCET?

AP RCET 2025 registration will begin in February 2025 (tentative). To apply for AP RCET, candidates must keep a check on the official website cets.apache.ap.gov.in/RCET

 

What is the mode of the AP RCET 2025 exam?

The AP RCET 2025 exam will be conducted in online mode, which is a computer-based test.

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