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Key Facts: AP POLYCET Exam

30%

Qualifying Score

36/120 Marks

120

Total Questions

No negative marking

2 hrs

Exam Time

120 Minutes

₹400

General Fee

SBTET AP

SBTET

Administrator

Andhra Pradesh

AP POLYCET is a state-level offline entrance exam conducted by SBTET AP for admissions into diploma courses in engineering and non-engineering streams in Andhra Pradesh. The exam has 120 multiple-choice questions (Mathematics: 50, Physics: 40, Chemistry: 30) with no negative marking and a qualifying mark of 30% (36/120) for general candidates.

Sample AP POLYCET Practice Questions

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1If log₁₀(x - 2) = 2, what is the value of x?
A.102
B.98
C.12
D.100
Explanation: Since log₁₀(x - 2) = 2, converting to exponential form gives x - 2 = 10² = 100. Thus, x = 100 + 2 = 102.
2Which of the following is an irrational number?
A.2.333...
B.√16
C.π
D.22/7
Explanation: π is a non-terminating, non-repeating decimal, making it an irrational number. 2.333... is a repeating decimal (rational), √16 = 4 (rational), and 22/7 is a ratio of integers (rational).
3Find the HCF of 96 and 404 using the prime factorization method.
A.2
B.4
C.8
D.12
Explanation: Prime factorization: 96 = 2⁵ × 3, and 404 = 2² × 101. The common factors are 2², so the HCF is 4.
4If A and B are two sets such that A ⊂ B, then what is A ∪ B?
A.A
B.B
C.∅
D.A ∩ B
Explanation: If A is a subset of B, all elements of A are already in B. Therefore, the union of A and B is simply the set B.
5Let A = {x : x is a letter in the word 'FOLLOW'} and B = {x : x is a letter in the word 'WOLF'}. Which of the following is correct?
A.A ⊄ B
B.A = B
C.A ∩ B = ∅
D.A ∪ B has 10 elements
Explanation: Set A contains the unique letters {F, O, L, W}. Set B contains the unique letters {W, O, L, F}. Since sets ignore duplication and order, A = B.
6If n(A) = 15, n(B) = 20, and n(A ∩ B) = 7, find n(A ∪ B).
A.28
B.35
C.42
D.20
Explanation: Using the formula n(A ∪ B) = n(A) + n(B) - n(A ∩ B), we get n(A ∪ B) = 15 + 20 - 7 = 28.
7If the sum of the zeroes of the quadratic polynomial kx² + 2x + 3k is equal to their product, find the value of k.
A.-2/3
B.2/3
C.-1/3
D.1/3
Explanation: For ax² + bx + c, sum of zeroes = -b/a = -2/k, and product of zeroes = c/a = 3k/k = 3. Setting them equal: -2/k = 3, which gives k = -2/3.
8The number of zeroes of a cubic polynomial is at most:
A.1
B.2
C.3
D.4
Explanation: A polynomial of degree n can have at most n real zeroes. A cubic polynomial has degree 3, so it can have at most 3 zeroes.
9If one zero of the quadratic polynomial x² + 3x + k is 2, then the value of k is:
A.10
B.-10
C.-7
D.-2
Explanation: Since 2 is a zero of the polynomial, substituting x = 2 gives 2² + 3(2) + k = 0 => 4 + 6 + k = 0 => k = -10.
10For what value of k will the equations 3x - y + 8 = 0 and 6x - ky + 16 = 0 represent coincident lines?
A.1/2
B.-2
C.2
D.-1/2
Explanation: Coincident lines require a₁/a₂ = b₁/b₂ = c₁/c₂. Here, 3/6 = -1/-k = 8/16. This simplifies to 1/2 = 1/k, which yields k = 2.

About the AP POLYCET Exam

State-level entrance examination in Andhra Pradesh for admission into engineering and non-engineering diploma courses.

Questions

120 scored questions

Time Limit

2 hours

Passing Score

30% (36/120)

Exam Fee

₹400 (State Board of Technical Education and Training (SBTET), Andhra Pradesh)

AP POLYCET Exam Content Outline

42%

Mathematics

Real Numbers, Sets, Polynomials, Linear & Quadratic Equations, Progressions, Geometry, Trigonometry, Mensuration, Probability, Statistics

33%

Physics

Heat, Reflection & Refraction of Light, Human Eye, Electric Current, Electromagnetism

25%

Chemistry

Chemical Equations, Acids, Bases & Salts, Atomic Structure, Periodic Classification, Chemical Bonding, Metallurgy, Carbon Compounds

How to Pass the AP POLYCET Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 30% (36/120)
  • Exam length: 120 questions
  • Time limit: 2 hours
  • Exam fee: ₹400

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

AP POLYCET Study Tips from Top Performers

1Focus on 10th-grade (SSC) Mathematics as it constitutes 50% of the actual exam and 42% of this practice bank.
2Revise key Physics concepts like Refraction of Light and Electric Current, which contain high-weightage calculation questions.
3In Chemistry, ensure strong familiarity with the Periodic Table, Chemical Bonding, and carbon compounds.
4Practice solving objective questions within a time limit to build speed and accuracy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the AP POLYCET exam?

AP POLYCET (Andhra Pradesh Polytechnic Common Entrance Test) is a state-level entrance examination conducted by the State Board of Technical Education and Training (SBTET), Andhra Pradesh. It is held for admission into various diploma courses in engineering, non-engineering, technology, and agriculture streams offered by polytechnics in Andhra Pradesh.

What is the qualifying mark for AP POLYCET?

The minimum qualifying mark for the AP POLYCET is 30% of the maximum marks, which corresponds to 36 marks out of 120 for general and OBC category candidates. There are no minimum qualifying marks prescribed for candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST).

What is the exam pattern of AP POLYCET?

The exam is a pen-and-paper (OMR-based) test consisting of 120 multiple-choice questions. It includes 50 questions in Mathematics, 40 questions in Physics, and 30 questions in Chemistry. There is no negative marking for incorrect answers.

What is the duration of the exam?

The duration of the AP POLYCET entrance examination is 2 hours (120 minutes).

What are the core subjects tested in AP POLYCET?

The subjects tested are Mathematics (50 questions), Physics (40 questions), and Chemistry (30 questions), all based on the Class 10 (SSC) syllabus of Andhra Pradesh.