BRAGCET 2027-28 (Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Gurukulam Common Entrance Test) is the entrance test run by Andhra Pradesh Social Welfare Residential Educational Institutions Society (APSWREIS) for admission to Class 5 (regular); 6–10 (backlog vacancies); Jr Inter General & IIT-NEET coaching centres – 186 Dr B.R. The exam date has not been announced yet. Last year the exam was held on 1 to 2 March 2026. The application form is not out yet. Last year applications were open from 20 January to 19 February 2026. It is also called APGPCET, AP Gurukulam entrance test, APSWREIS CET.
BRAGCET 2027-28
This page covers BRAGCET 2027-28 dates, how to apply, eligibility, the exam pattern, the selection process and official links.
| Full name | Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Gurukulam Common Entrance Test |
| Conducted by | Andhra Pradesh Social Welfare Residential Educational Institutions Society (APSWREIS) |
| Admission to | Class 5 (regular); 6–10 (backlog vacancies); Jr Inter General & IIT-NEET coaching centres |
| Schools / seats | 186 Dr B.R. Ambedkar Gurukulams (Class 5–10), 155 Jr Inter (General), 10 IIT-NEET coaching centres |
| Mode | Offline OMR, objective (4 options) |
| Duration | 1 hour 30 minutes |
| Fee | Rs 100 (online) |
| Official website | apbragcet.apcfss.in |
BRAGCET 2027-28 Quick Links
BRAGCET 2027-28 Important Dates
The BRAGCET 2027-28 dates have not been announced yet. Dates were checked on 31 October 2026 against apbragcet.apcfss.in.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification | To be announced (last year: 13 January 2026) |
| Application form | To be announced (last year: 20 January to 19 February 2026) |
| Admit card | To be announced |
| Exam date | To be announced (last year: 1 to 2 March 2026) |
| Result | To be announced (last year: 25 March 2026) |
| Counselling | To be announced (last year: 10 April to 26 May 2026) |
How to Apply for BRAGCET 2027-28
Online application for 2027 not open; last year 20 Jan – 19 Feb 2026. Fee: Rs 100 (online).
Is the BRAGCET 2027-28 application form out?
Not yet. Online application for 2027 not open; last year 20 Jan – 19 Feb 2026. Last year: 20 January to 19 February 2026.
Steps to Apply for BRAGCET 2027-28
- Read the notification-cum-prospectus at apbragcet.apcfss.in.
- Pay Rs 100 online (net banking / UPI / card) to get the acknowledgment.
- Fill the online form, choose school preferences and upload photo, Aadhaar, income and caste certificates (JPG 10–100 KB).
- Submit (no edit after submission) and print the application.
Who can apply for BRAGCET 2027-28?
The BRAGCET eligibility rules from the latest official notification (last cycle – the new notification may change the dates):
| Class | Who can apply |
|---|---|
| Class 5 | Studying Class 4 for full year 2025-26 in a recognised school of the district; born 01.09.2015–31.08.2017 (BC/minority/others) or 01.09.2013–31.08.2017 (SC/ST); parents’ income below Rs 2,50,000. |
| Class 6 | Born 01.09.2014–31.08.2016 (BC/others) or 01.09.2012–31.08.2016 (SC/ST); studying Class 5 in 2025-26 (backlog seats only). |
| Class 7–10 | Studying previous class in 2025-26 in the district; age windows per prospectus table (e.g. Class 9: ≤15 BC/others, ≤17 SC/ST as on 31.08.2026). |
Reservation: SC 75% (SC-I 5%, SC-II 32.5%, SC-III 37.5%), ST 6%, BC-C 11%, BC 5%, OC 3%; PH/orphans/army children within caste quota.
What is the BRAGCET exam pattern?
BRAGCET is offline OMR, objective (4 options); duration: 1 hour 30 minutes. There is no negative marking.
| Class | Subjects / sections | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class 5 & 6 | Telugu 10, English 10, Maths 15, EVS 15 | 50 | 50 |
| Class 7 & 8 | Telugu 10, English 10, Maths 10, Science 10, Social 10 | 50 | 50 |
| Class 9 & 10 | Telugu 10, English 10, Maths 10, PS & BS 10, Social 10 | 50 | 50 |
| Jr Inter (General) | English 10, Maths 10, Phy.Sci 10, Bio.Sci 10, Social 10 | 50 | 50 |
| Jr Inter (IIT-NEET) | English 10, Maths/Biology 20, Phy.Sci 10, Logical reasoning & aptitude 10 | 50 | 50 |
What is the BRAGCET selection process?
- Entrance test.
- Merit in test + school preference + reservation + nativity (district).
- Phase-I selection list, seat confirmation at school, Phase-II counselling at DCO level.
- Document verification at admission.
Documents Needed for BRAGCET 2027-28
- Birth certificate.
- Previous class bonafide certificate.
- Aadhaar card.
- Medical fitness certificate.
- Caste/community certificate (SC/ST/BC/Minority/EWS).
- Parents’ income certificate.
- Disability certificate (if applicable).
BRAGCET 2027-28 Official Notices and Links
Every date on this page comes from these official notices and pages (checked on 31 October 2026):
| Official notice / page | Date | Link |
|---|---|---|
| BRAGCET 2026 COE (Centres of Excellence) Jr/Sr Inter notification – applications 17–30… | 17 July 2026 | Open |
| Notification – official page | – | Open |
| Notification – official notice (PDF) | – | Open |
BRAGCET 2027-28 FAQs
Is the BRAGCET 2027-28 application form out?
The application form is not out yet. Last year applications were open from 20 January to 19 February 2026.
Who is eligible for BRAGCET?
Class 5: Studying Class 4 for full year 2025-26 in a recognised school of the district; born 01.09.2015–31.08.2017 (BC/minority/others) or 01.09.2013–31.08.2017 (SC/ST); parents’ income below Rs 2,50,000. Class 6: Born 01.09.2014–31.08.2016 (BC/others) or 01.09.2012–31.08.2016 (SC/ST); studying Class 5 in 2025-26 (backlog seats only). Class 7–10: Studying previous class in 2025-26 in the district; age windows per prospectus table (e.g. Class 9: ≤15 BC/others, ≤17 SC/ST as on 31.08.2026).
What is the BRAGCET exam pattern?
Class 5 & 6: 50 – 50 marks; Class 7 & 8: 50 – 50 marks; Class 9 & 10: 50 – 50 marks; Jr Inter (General): 50 – 50 marks; Jr Inter (IIT-NEET): 50 – 50 marks.
How are students selected for BRAGCET?
entrance test → merit in test + school preference + reservation + nativity (district) → Phase-I selection list, seat confirmation at school, Phase-II counselling at DCO level → document verification at admission.
What is the official website of BRAGCET?
apbragcet.apcfss.in