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Hans India
26-06-2025
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- Hans India
APPGCET results released; 88.6% candidates qualify
Tirupati: Minister for human resource development Nara Lokesh formally released the results of the Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Common Entrance Test (APPGCET) – 2025 on Twitter on Wednesday. Speaking to the media in Tirupati on the occasion, Sri Venkateswara University Vice-Chancellor and APPGCET chairman Prof Ch Appa Rao said that 88.6 per cent of candidates secured ranks, with 19,488 candidates qualifying out of the 21,995 who appeared for the exams. Registrar Prof M Bhupathi Naidu, principals of various colleges, and deans were present at the press conference. The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) entrusted Sri Venkateswara University with the responsibility of organising the APPGCET this year. The entrance test was conducted from June 9 to 12 across 31 subjects for 143 postgraduate courses offered by 17 universities in the state. Prof PC Venkateswarlu served as the convenor of the CET, while Prof K Surendra Babu was the co-convenor. Among those who appeared for the exam, 13,485 were women, of whom 12,025 passed, recording a pass percentage of 89 percent. Among the 8,510 men who took the test, 7,463 qualified, resulting in a pass rate of 87.7 percent. The results are available online at
The Hindu
25-06-2025
- General
- The Hindu
APPGCET results see 88.6% pass rate with girls outperforming boys
As many as 88.6% of the candidates who have taken the Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Common Entrance Test (APPGCET 2025) this year are eligible to join the post graduate programmes across the State this academic year. Minister for Human Resource Development Nara Lokesh formally released the APPGCET 2025 results on Twitter, which were announced by SV University Vice-Chancellor Ch. Appa Rao at the campus here on Wednesday, in the presence of the Registrar M. Bhupathi Naidu, Convener P.C. Venkateswarlu, principals and deans. Of the 25,688 candidates who had applied for the test, 21,995 appeared, out of which 19,488 passed, which takes the pass percentage to 88.6. Women candidates excelled in terms of the number of applicants as well as the passed candidates. A total of 12,025 women candidates out of the 13,485 passed, taking the pass percentage to 89%. On the other hand, 7,463 out of the 8,510 male applicants passed, which pegs the pass percentage at 87.7%. Some subjects were merged in the common entrance test this year keeping the convenience of students. As a result, the tests were held for a total of 31 subjects. Similarly, the question papers were provided in English as well as Telugu, keeping in mind the students who had pursued under graduation in Telugu medium. It may be recalled here that Sri Venkateswara University conducted the entrance test for the first time this year, on behalf of the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE). The notification was issued on March 31 and the online application process was on from April 2 to May 25. The tests were conducted in a peaceful manner in 10 sessions from June 9 to 12, while the certificates of Physical Education candidates were verified on June 13 and 14.
Hans India
08-06-2025
- General
- Hans India
SVU gears up to conduct AP PGCET from June 9
Tirupati: All arrangements are in place for the smooth conduct of the Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Common Entrance Test (AP PGCET–2025), scheduled from June 9 to 12. Sri Venkateswara University (SVU), under the aegis of the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE), is fully geared up to oversee the examination, marking its return as the organising university after a four-year gap. Addressing the media on Saturday, Vice- Chancellor and Chairman of the PGCET Prof Ch Appa Rao, along with Registrar Prof M Bhupathi Naidu, convenor Prof PC Venkateswarlu and co-convenor Prof Surendra Babu, outlined the university's readiness and the comprehensive arrangements in place for the examination. 'We consider it a privilege for Sri Venkateswara University to lead AP PGCET–2025. Our team has taken all necessary steps to ensure the process is fair, inclusive and seamless for all aspirants. With bilingual question papers and efficient scheduling, we are ready to deliver a student-friendly examination experience,' the Vice-Chancellor said. A total of 25,688 candidates have applied for admission into 143 postgraduate programmes offered by 17 State universities, with nearly 25,000 seats available. The examinations will be conducted at 30 centres across the 13 erstwhile districts of Andhra Pradesh and in Hyderabad. The exam will take place in two shifts daily over four days. To avoid scheduling conflicts for candidates appearing for the DSC examination, the Physical Education paper originally slated for the morning of June 9 has been rescheduled to the afternoon of June 10. Notably, 68 differently-abled candidates will appear for the exam, and the organising committee has ensured all necessary support, including the provision of scribes, is in place to facilitate their participation. The results of AP PGCET–2025 are expected to be announced by June 25, followed by the admission process. Candidates are advised to strictly adhere to reporting times as latecomers will not be permitted to enter the examination halls. For regular updates and information, candidates can visit the official website:
