AKTU Challenge Evaluation 2026: How Can Students Apply, Fees, Refund Rules & Key Dates?

AKTU Challenge Evaluation 2026

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) has released an official notification regarding the Challenge Evaluation process for specific students and sessions. If you are not satisfied with your exam marks and believe your answers deserve a fair recheck, this update is important for you.

This article explains eligibility, application dates, evaluation rules, fees, refund policy, and important instructions in a simple and student-friendly way.

Who Can Apply for AKTU Challenge Evaluation 2026?

The challenge evaluation facility is available for:

1. B.Pharm 1st Semester students (Session 2024–25)
2. Remaining students of Even Semester (Session 2024–25)

This process is meant only for the above-mentioned students as per the official notification.

Important Dates to Remember

Students must apply within the given time window:

1. Notification Issue Date: January 29, 2026
2. Application Start Date: January 29, 2026
3. Last Date to Apply: February 03, 2026

Late applications will not be accepted, so apply on time.

Where Can Students Check Their Answer Sheets?

AKTU has already uploaded digital copies of answer sheets to the students’ ERP login.

Before applying for challenge evaluation, students are advised to:

1. Carefully review their answer sheets
2. Check if marks are missing or answers are not evaluated properly

How Does the AKTU Challenge Evaluation Process Work?

Evaluation Method

1. Each answer sheet is checked by two subject experts/examiners
2. The average of the two evaluations is calculated

Final Marks Rule

1. The calculated average marks are treated as final
2. These marks are updated directly on the student’s marksheet
3. No further changes are allowed after challenge evaluation

Mandatory Rules Before Applying

Before submitting the challenge evaluation application, students must follow the procedure mentioned in AKTU’s earlier letter:

1. Reference: AKTU/P.N.Ka./2024/2376
2. Date: December 05, 2025

Failure to follow earlier instructions may lead to rejection of the application.

Challenge Evaluation Fees & Refund Policy

Application Fee

1. ₹2,500 per subject
2. Payment must be made online

Refund Conditions

A refund is applicable only if:

1. The difference between original marks and challenge evaluation marks is more than 20% of the maximum marks of that paper

Refund Amount

1. ₹1,500 will be refunded to the student
2. ₹1,000 will be retained by the university as a processing fee

Important Bank & Payment Instructions

While applying, students must correctly enter:

1. Bank Account Number
2. IFSC Code
3. Bank Name

Important points to remember:

1. Refunds will be processed only to the provided bank account

2. AKTU is not responsible for issues caused by:

1. Incorrect bank details
2. Using someone else’s bank account
3. Payment delays due to student errors

ERP Portal Instructions

The ERP in-charge has been instructed to ensure:

1. Smooth application submission
2. Proper fee payment processing

This ensures students can apply without technical issues.

Official AKTU Notification PDF

Students are strongly advised to read the official notification carefully.

Notification Link:Read full notification here

Final Thoughts: Should You Apply?

You should consider applying for AKTU Challenge Evaluation if:

1. You have reviewed your answer sheet carefully
2. You genuinely believe there is a significant evaluation error
3. You understand that the revised marks will be final

Apply within the deadline and fill in all details carefully to avoid issues later.