Andhra University, Visakhapatnam has officially released the APSET 2025 Notification for conducting the Andhra Pradesh State Eligibility Test (APSET). This examination is conducted to determine the eligibility of candidates for the post of Assistant Professor and Lecturer in universities and colleges located within the state of Andhra Pradesh.
Candidates who are aiming for a teaching career in higher education institutions of Andhra Pradesh must qualify APSET 2025 unless they are exempted under UGC rules. The application process for APSET 2025 has started online through the official website.
This article provides complete details about APSET 2025 including important dates, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus overview, application procedure, fees and other essential information.
About APSET 2025 Notification
APSET is a State Eligibility Test conducted on the lines of UGC-NET. The examination ensures that candidates possess the minimum academic standards required for teaching at the undergraduate and postgraduate level.
It is important to note that qualifying APSET does not guarantee appointment, but it makes the candidate eligible to apply for Assistant Professor or Lecturer posts within Andhra Pradesh.
APSET 2025 Notification Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| APSET Notification Release | 31 December 2025 |
| Start of Online Application | 09 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (No Late Fee) | 09 February 2026 |
| Last Date with Late Fee ₹2000 | 25 February 2026 |
| Last Date with Late Fee ₹5000 | 05 March 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 19 March 2026 |
| APSET Exam Date | 28 & 29 March 2026 |
APSET 2025 Notification Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | ₹1600 |
| BC / EWS | ₹1300 |
| SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender | ₹900 |
The application fee must be paid online through debit card, credit card or net banking. Once paid, the fee is non-refundable.
APSET 2025 Notification Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have completed a Master’s Degree or equivalent from a UGC-recognized university.
- Minimum qualifying marks:
- General / EWS: 55%
- SC / ST / BC / PwD: 50%
- Candidates appearing in the final year of Master’s Degree are also eligible to apply provisionally.
Age Limit
- No upper age limit for appearing in APSET 2025.
Nationality
- Applicant must be an Indian citizen.
Exemption from APSET 2025 Notification
Candidates who have already qualified:
- UGC-NET
- CSIR-NET
are exempted from appearing in APSET, as per existing UGC norms.
APSET 2025 Notification Exam Pattern
APSET 2025 will be conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode.
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Teaching & Research Aptitude | 50 | 100 | 1 Hour |
| Paper II | Subject Paper | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Total | 150 | 300 | 3 Hours |
- All questions are objective type (MCQs)
- No negative marking
- Papers will be conducted in a single session without break
APSET 2025 Notification Syllabus Overview
Paper I – Teaching and Research Aptitude
This paper tests:
- Teaching aptitude
- Research aptitude
- Reasoning ability
- Reading comprehension
- Communication
- Data interpretation
- General awareness
Paper II – Subject Paper
Paper II is based on the subject selected by the candidate. APSET is conducted in multiple subjects including:
- English
- Hindi
- Telugu
- Commerce
- Economics
- Political Science
- Life Sciences
- Physical Sciences
- Computer Science
- Management
- Law
- Sociology
- Psychology
and many more as approved by UGC.
APSET 2025 Application Process
Candidates must apply online only through the official APSET website.
Steps to Apply:
- Visit the official APSET portal
- Complete online registration
- Pay the application fee
- Fill personal and academic details
- Select subject and exam centre
- Upload photograph and signature
- Submit the application form
After submission, candidates should take a printout for future reference.
APSET 2025 Admit Card
- Admit card will be released online.
- Candidates must carry:
- Printed admit card
- Valid photo ID proof
- Admit card will mention exam date, shift and centre.
APSET 2025 Result & Certificate
- Results will be declared online.
- APSET qualification is based on aggregate marks of both papers.
- The APSET eligibility certificate is:
- Valid for lifetime
- Applicable only within Andhra Pradesh
- Only for Assistant Professor / Lecturer posts
Important Instructions
- APSET is an eligibility test, not a recruitment exam.
- Qualifying APSET does not ensure job placement.
- Reservation rules of Andhra Pradesh Government will apply.
- PwD candidates are eligible for scribe and compensatory time.
Interested Candidates Can Read the Full Notification Before Applying Online
| Website Link | Official Website |
| Download PDF | Download Notification |
| Apply Now | Apply Online |
| Job Update | More Jobs Update |
Conclusion
APSET 2025 is a crucial examination for candidates aspiring to enter the teaching profession in Andhra Pradesh. Interested and eligible candidates should apply before the last date and start their preparation as per the updated syllabus and exam pattern.
Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for updates related to admit card, answer key and results.
