APRCET 2022 would be conducted for PhD & M.Phil Admission (AP Research Common Entrance Test) by the Andhra University for the academic year 2021-2022. Based on the test, the admissions will be given into PhD and M.Phil programmes for both full time and part-time candidates in 14 Universities in the state. The APRCET test will be conducted in 73 subjects.
Andhra Pradesh Research Common Entrance Test, APRCET is scheduled to be conducted by Andhra University in November. The online application for the same had commenced from October 11 on https://sche.ap.gov.in/RCET/.
Interested and eligible candidates who aspire to seek admission to full-time or part-time PhD or M.Phil. courses from 14 universities, research centres and affiliated colleges present across the state of Andhra Pradesh can apply for AP RCET on the official website, sche.ap.gov.in. Steps to apply and the direct link to the APRCET online application has been given below.
A provision of correction of online application data already submitted would be given after completion of the application process. APRCET hall tickets would be made available for download one week before commencement of exam date. The application fee is Rs 1440 for General and OBC category.
| Name of the Exam | AP Research Entrance Test 2022 |
|---|---|
| Title | Apply for AP Research Entrance Test 2022 |
| Subject | AU released AP Research Entrance Test 2022 |
| Category | Entrance Test |
| Website | https://sche.ap.gov.in/ |
| RCET web portal | https://sche.ap.gov.in/RCET/ |
| Apply from | 11-10-2021 |
Steps to apply for APRCET 2022
First, log on to sche.ap.gov.in. On the home page, Click on the purple-coloured tab saying AP RCET 2020 Research Common Entrance Test. Alternatively, click on the direct link given here. Detailed APRCET notification can be read here. Click on Application from the top menu. Make fee payment first and then proceed towards the Online application. Enter all the needful information, upload necessary documents and submit the online application form. Print the application form and payment receipt for future reference.
Eligibility criteria for APRCET PhD & M.Phil Admissions:
The eligibility criteria for admission to APRCET (admission into M.Phil./Ph.D. programme) is the candidate should have a Master’s degree or a professional degree declared equivalent to the Master’s degree by the corresponding statutory regulatory body, with at least 55 per cent of marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade ‘B’ in the UGC 7-point scale. Those who are waiting for the result of PG Degree can also apply for APRCET. But they have to full fill the required criteria at the time of interview.
Application Fee for APRCET admissions: The fee structure for APRCET is Rs. 1500/- for OC, Rs. 1300/- for BC and Rs. 1000/- for SC, ST and PWD candidates.
“APRCET Exam Date: From November 22 to 25”
Examination Pattern of APRCET
The examinations would be conducted for 180 marks.
In two parts. The Part-A is in the teaching and research aptitude for 90 marks in 90 minutes, whereas part-B is in the subject-specific for 90 marks in 90 minutes. There would be 1/6 negative mark for each wrong answer.
Selection Process for APRCET:
Qualified Candidates in the Entrance Test would be called for interview/viva-voce by the concerned University department where the candidates are required to discuss their research interest through a presentation before a duly constituted committee. The interview is for 20 marks.
AP RCET Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration begins | October 11, 2021 |
| Last date to apply | October 31, 2021 |
| Corrections for already submitted applications | November 6 to 8, 2021 |
| Hall Tickets releasing | November 15, 2021 |
| AP RCET 2021 Exam date | November 22 to 25, 2021 |
| Preliminary Answer key releases | November 28, 2021 |