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(Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test)
Feature | Details |
|---|---|
Full Name | Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test |
Conducted By | Sri Krishnadevaraya University on behalf of APSCHE |
Exam Purpose | Admission to MBA and MCA courses |
Exam Level | State-level |
Exam Mode | Online (Computer-Based Test) |
Duration | 150 minutes (2.5 hours) |
Medium | English & Telugu |
Total Questions | 200 Questions |
Total Marks | 200 Marks |
Marking Scheme | +1 for correct answer, No negative marking |
Courses Offered | MBA, MCA |
Course | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
MBA | Any Bachelor’s degree with minimum 50% (45% for SC/ST) |
MCA | Bachelor’s with Maths as a subject in 10+2 or Graduation |
Section | Topics Covered | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
Section A: Analytical Ability | Data Sufficiency, Problem Solving | 75 | 75 |
Section B: Mathematical Ability | Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Statistics | 75 | 75 |
Section C: Communication Ability | Vocabulary, Grammar, Business Language | 50 | 50 |
Total | 200 | 200 |
Data Sufficiency
Statements and conclusions
Logical consistency
Problem Solving
Sequences and series
Coding-Decoding
Venn diagrams
Blood relations
Direction sense
Number and symbol series
Data Analysis (tables, bar graphs, pie charts)
Arithmetic
Percentages, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Time-Speed-Distance
Simple & Compound Interest
Ratio & Proportion
Algebra
Linear and quadratic equations
Expressions & polynomials
Statistical and Geometrical Ability
Mean, Median, Mode
Coordinate geometry, Geometry basics
Mensuration
Vocabulary
Synonyms & Antonyms
Word meanings and usage
Functional Grammar
Sentence completion
Error spotting
Tenses, prepositions, articles
Reading Comprehension
Short business passages
Business & Computer Terminology
Common terms used in corporate, marketing, IT
Event | Tentative Timeline |
|---|---|
Notification Release | February 2026 |
Application Start | March 2026 |
Last Date to Apply (w/o late fee) | April 2026 |
Admit Card Download | May 2026 |
Exam Date | May 2026 |
Result Declaration | June 2026 |
Counselling Begins | July 2026 |
Section | Book Title |
|---|---|
Analytical Ability | R.S. Aggarwal – Logical Reasoning |
Quantitative | R.S. Aggarwal – Quantitative Aptitude |
Communication | High School English Grammar – Wren & Martin |
Vocabulary | Word Power Made Easy – Norman Lewis |
Practice Papers | Arihant AP ICET / Vijeta Competitions Practice Sets |
⏱️ Time management is key due to large number of questions (200 in 150 mins)
🧠 Practice mental math & Vedic math techniques for speed
📊 Focus on data interpretation and logical puzzles
📚 Read business newspapers and glossaries for communication section
🔁 Take mock tests weekly and analyze your performance
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