The Board of Intermediate Education, Andhra Pradesh (BIEAP) has finalised arrangements for the Intermediate Public Examinations (IPE) 2026, which are scheduled to commence on 23 February 2026. In a strong directive to students and centres, officials have stated that no student will be permitted to enter the examination hall even if they are a minute late once reporting and entry formalities are underway.
The exams will be conducted across 1,537 examination centres arranged throughout the state, accommodating first-year and second-year students appearing for this important board assessment. Students have already downloaded their hall tickets (admit cards) from the official website of the Board of Intermediate Education, Andhra Pradesh.
AP Intermediate Exams 2026: No Late Entry Rule: What Students Must Know
As per the latest instructions from the BIEAP and regional education officials:
- Exams start: 23 February 2026
- Strict entry rule: Students arriving even one minute late after the scheduled entry time will not be allowed entry into the exam centre.
- Authorities emphasise that punctuality is essential to maintain fairness and security in the examination process.
This rule aligns with the Board’s efforts to prevent question paper leaks and malpractice once the exam is underway. Students are advised to reach their allocated centres well before reporting time and complete all admission formalities well in advance of the scheduled start.
AP Intermediate Exams 2026: Enhanced Surveillance and Exam Conduct Measures
Officials have also announced enhanced monitoring measures to ensure the integrity of the exams:
- Live CCTV monitoring will be operational at examination centres to monitor real-time proceedings during exam hours.
- Security systems and surveillance measures are in place to prevent any unfair practices and uphold transparency.
- Students are strictly prohibited from carrying mobile phones, smart watches or other electronic devices inside the examination halls.
These steps reflect BIEAP’s commitment to conducting a fair and orderly public examination for lakhs of intermediate students across Andhra Pradesh.
AP Intermediate Exams 2026 Exam Dates and Schedule Overview
The AP Intermediate Public Examinations 2026 have been scheduled as follows:
- First-year theory exams: From 23 February 2026
- Second-year theory exams: From 24 February 2026
- Both years’ exams will continue through late March 2026, concluding on 24 March 2026
- All exams are held in a single session each day from morning.
Students are encouraged to review their hall tickets and exam schedules carefully and plan transportation and arrival times to avoid any issues with the strict entry policy. With these measures in place, the Andhra Pradesh Inter board aims to uphold discipline and ensure smooth execution of the public examinations across the state.