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Andhra Pradesh Law Common Entrance Test 2026 ( APLAWCET )

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AP LAWCET 2026 Dates: The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) will release the AP LAWCET 2026 counselling dates anytime soon. The authority has already announced results. Candidates are now waiting for the release of AP LAWCET 2026 counselling schedule. APSCHE releases all important dates online at lawcet-sche.aptonline.in. Students can check APLAWCET dates on this page as well. 

Candidates who have qualified AP LAWCET 2026 exam are eligible to take part in the counselling process. The authority releases AP LAWCET exam dates via official notification or press release. Students must ensure they complete all applicable steps within specified timeline. Go through this page to get latest updates and news on AP LAWCET dates 2026

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  • APLAWCET Exam Dates & Schedule 2026
  • AP LAWCET Counselling Dates 2026
  • AP LAWCET Result Date 2026
  • AP LAWCET 2026 Answer Key Date
  • AP LAWCET Admit Card Date 2026
  • AP LAWCET 2026 Exam Date
  • AP LAWCET FAQs
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APLAWCET Exam Dates & Schedule 2026

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of APLAWCET 2026 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
Aug ' 26

AP LAWCET Counselling 2026 Registration

TENTATIVE
DatesPast Exam Dates
18 May ' 26

AP LAWCET Result 2026

07 May ' 26

AP LAWCET Preliminary Answer Key 2026

07 May ' 26 - 09 May ' 26

AP LAWCET Answer Key Objection Window 2026

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AP LAWCET Counselling Dates 2026

APSCHE will release AP LAWCET Counselling 2026 dates soon. Candidates can check round-wise AP LAWCET Counselling Dates 2026 PDF on the website lawcet-sche.aptonline.in. Qualified applicants must take part in counselling process to complete secure admission to affiliated law colleges. The Authority generally conducts three counselling rounds, including a spot admission round. Every stage of AP LAWCET 2026 counselling will take place online. Candidates must submit personal documents, academic documents, and counselling fee to secure admission.

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Q:   Can I participate in the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET counselling if I score less than 50?
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Candidates need to have passed the 10+2 examination to be eligible to participate in the counselling process of Andhra Pradesh LAWCET. General category candidates securing 42 marks will be eligible to register for the counselling. Refer to the following table to understand the eligibility:

Category

Marks

Percentage

General

42 marks out of 120

35%

SC / ST

Not applicable

Not applicable

Q:   How can I check the seat allotment for APLAWCET 2026?
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To check the seat alotment for AP LAWCET 2026, visit the counselling portal and login. If a seat is allotted, you will be able to download the seat allotment letter. 

Q:   How to apply Andhra Pradesh LAWCET counselling?
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Candidates can apply online through official APSCHE portal by registering, paying the processing fee, uploading certificates, and exercising your web options.

Q:   Did Andhra Pradesh LAWCET counselling start?
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No, it has not officially started yet, but registrations are expected to commence by the end of August 2026.

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AP LAWCET Result Date 2026

APSCHE declared AP LAWCET result 2026 on May 18 on its official portal. Applicants can view their individual results using their registration number and LAWCET Hall Ticket Number. The AP LAWCET Result scorecard includes qualifying status and marks secured by candidates. Applicants who have scored more than qualifying marks are now eligible for counselling. Candidates having 75 to 90+ marks out of 120 have higher chances of admission to top law colleges.

Also Read: Colleges Accepting AP LAWCET Scores/Ranks for Admission

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Q:   What are the details mentioned on Andhra Pradesh LAWCET rank card?
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The APLAWCET rank card/ result carries the following details:

  • Candidate's name
  • Parent's name
  • Roll number of the candidate
  • Application Number of the candidate
  • Category
  • Marks secured
Q:   Will I get a notification when APLAWCET result is released?
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Yes, candidates who participated in the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET examination received the notification on the active mobile number or email address provided during the registration.

Q:   What are the important topics for LLB in APLAWCET? How to prepare only in 1 month for the exam?
A: 

AP LAWCET LLB exam need focus on General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Legal Aptitude, and Constitution. Study daily small topics, revise notes often. Practice mock tests and old papers for better speed. Read news for updates. One month enough if study smart. Stay calm, confident, and revise daily. 

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AP LAWCET 2026 Answer Key Date

The AP LAWCET answer key, master question paper, and response sheet were made available on May 7. Candidates could check answers to every question asked in this law exam using the AP LAWCET answer key. The deadline for objections against preliminary answer key was May 9, 2026. After reviewing the candidates' complaints and the results, the AP LAWCET 2026 result was declared.

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Q:   Which are the details that I need to download the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET answer key?
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Candidates may need to have the following details to download the AP LAWCET answer key-

  • Candidates' roll number/ hall ticket number
  • Registration number
  • Mibile number
Q:   What is the difference between APLAWCET preliminary answer key and final answer key?
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The APSCHE examination cell releases the preliminary answer key before releasing the final key for candidates to go through the same and raise concerns, or errors, if they find any. The Andhra Pradesh LAWCET preliminary answer key is a set of answers that give answers to the questions in the APLAWCET question paper and it is based on the initial evaluation of the question paper by the exam authority. 

Whereas, the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET final answer key is the authoritative set of answers released by the exam authority that is created afer considering the objections raised by candidates on provisional answer ket. It is considered as the final decisions for all the questions that appeared in the test.

Q:   Is APLAWCET response sheet also provided with the answer key?
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Yes, APSCHE examination cell also releases the response sheet for the candidates along with the answer key on the official website. This help candidates to evaluate their answers given during the examination and calculate an estimated score. Candidates will need the following details to access their Andhra Pradesh LAWCET response sheet:

  • Registration Number
  • Candidate's Hall ticket number
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AP LAWCET Admit Card Date 2026

The APLAWCET admit card 2026 was released on April 20 on official portal. The AP LAWCET hall ticket was issued to the candidates who had successfully submitted their application form. It serves as a mandatory document that acts as proof of verification to seek entry to the Andhra Pradesh Common Law Entrance Test examination hall. Candidates needed their login ID and password to download AP LAWCET admit card.  

Also Read: AP LAWCET 2026 Exam Day Guidelines

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Q:   How to download the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET admit card?
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To download the admit card, visit APSCHE website, cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. Under the Download Hall Ticket tab, enter login details. Your APLAWCET Hall ticket will be displayed on the screen.

Q:   When will the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET 2026 admit card be released?
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AP LAWCET admit card 2026 was released on the website of the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE). The admit card was released in online mode only as an Andhra Pradesh LAWCET hall ticket. Candidates need to affix their coloured passport-size photograph before taking it to the examination hall. Without the hall ticket, no candidate will be allowed to appear for the exam. 

Q:   When will AP LAWCET admit card be released?
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AP LAWCET admit card is tentatively released a week before exam at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/LAWCWET.

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AP LAWCET 2026 Exam Date

The AP LAWCET 2026 exam was conducted online on May 4, 2026. The AP LAWCET exam for both courses was held separately on the same day. 3-Year LLB entrance exam was held in morning shift. The authority conducted the 5-Year LLB and PG Law entrance exam in afternoon shift. Here is the complete exam schedule for 3-year and 5-yr LLB courses:

For AP LAWCET 3-Year LLB exam

AP LAWCET Exam Date and Schedule 2026 (3-year LLB)
Exam Date Exam Timing
4-May-2026 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM

For AP LAWCET 5-year LLB exam

Know the exam timing of the AP LAWCET 5-yr LLB course: 

AP LAWCET Exam Date and Schedule 2026 (5-year LLB)
Exam Date Exam Timing
4-May-2026 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Also Read: What is a Good Score in AP LAWCET exam?
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Q:   What is the exam timing of Andhra Pradesh LAWCET 2026?
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The APLAWCET 2026 exam timings are provided on the admit card on the basis of the course for which the entrance is being held. The exam will be held online for 90 minutes.
Q:   What is Andhra Pradesh LAWCET?
A: 

AP LAWCET, or Andhra Pradesh State Law Common Entrance Test, is a state-level entrance examination conducted for admission to 3-year LLB and 5-year LLB courses offered by law colleges affiliated law colleges of Andhra University. The exam is conducted by Acharya Nagarjuna University on behalf of Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE)

The AP LAWCET examines a candidate's aptitude and knowledge related to law. For admission to LLM courses, AP PGLCET is conducted. The registration process for AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET starts on the same date on the official APSCHE LAWCET website - cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/LAWCET.

Q:   Is APLAWCET held in regional languages?
A: 

Yes, the AP LAWCET exam for both 3-year and 5-year LLB courses will held in English and Telugu languages.

Q:   Why to appear for the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET Exam?
A: 

The entrance exam opens the gateway to some 8,700 seats across 3-year and 5-year LLB programs. The list of participating colleges includes some of the premier Law institutes such as Andhra University,  Acharya Nagarjuna University, and Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam.

The admission fee of participating colleges ranges from 10k to 40k anually which is quite affordable. This exam is not very tough to crack.  

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AP LAWCET FAQs

Check the frequently asked questions related to APLAWCET 2026 below

Q:   What is the APLAWCET counselling process?
A: 

The counselling of APLAWCET comprises Online Registration, Weboption exercise, seat allotment result and reporting to the allocated college. Candidates will have the option to participate in phase 1 counselling and if the seat is not allocated during this round, candidates will have the option to take part in subsequent rounds. The schedule for the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET counselling will be available on the APSCHE official website.

Q:   What is the eligibility for APLAWCET 2026?
A: 

Students seeking admission to LLB courses through Andhra Pradesh LAWCET 2026 could celigibility criteria here 

  • Candidates must be Indian citizens.
  • Candidates should have passed their graduation exam in any discipline in (10+2+3) format. (for 3-year LLB)
  • They must have passed (10+2) with a minimum of 45%. (for 5-year LLB course)
  • Candidates from the SC/ST category must have a 40% score in their (10+2) exams to take the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET 2026. 
Q:   When will the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET 2026 admit cards be available?
A: 

AP LAWCET 2026 admit card was made available on the official website until the exam day. It was released on April 20 in online mode. Candidates could download the hall tickets using their login ID and DOB details along with the password. 

Q:   Which top colleges accept AP LAWCET scores for admission?
A: 

The top colleges that accept AP LAWCET scores can be ranked according to the quality of education they offer, faculty expertiese and experience, the college infrastructure and placement opportunities they provide after the completion of colleges. Considering these points, top college accepting the AP LAWCET scores have been listed below: 

  1. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Law University, Hyderabad
  2. Government Law College, Hyderabad
  3. Government Law College, Vijayawada
  4. Sri Padmavati Women's University Law College, Tirupati
  5. Andhra University Law College, Visakhapatnam
  6. Kakatiya University Law College, Warangal
Q:   What is the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET 2026 application last date with late fee?
A: 

AP LAWCET 2026 exam authorities provide four chances with late fee options to candidates after Andhra Pradesh LAWCET application form deadline.

Event

Date

AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Notification Release

February 2026

AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Application Form Start Date

February 12, 2026

AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Last Date to Apply (without late fee)

March 12, 2026

March 20, 2026 (Extended)

AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Last date for submission of Online Applications with Late Fee (Rs. 1000)

March 24, 2026

AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Last date for submission of Online Applications with Late Fee (Rs. 2000)March 28, 2026
AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Last date for submission of Online Applications with Late Fee (Rs. 4000)April 1, 2026
AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Last date for submission of Online Applications with Late Fee (Rs. 10000)April 6, 2026
AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Correction of online application data already submitted by the candidateApril 8, 2026
Q:   What is Andhra Pradesh LAWCET?
A: 

AP LAWCET, or Andhra Pradesh State Law Common Entrance Test, is a state-level entrance examination conducted for admission to 3-year LLB and 5-year LLB courses offered by law colleges affiliated law colleges of Andhra University. The exam is conducted by Acharya Nagarjuna University on behalf of Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE)

The AP LAWCET examines a candidate's aptitude and knowledge related to law. For admission to LLM courses, AP PGLCET is conducted. The registration process for AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET starts on the same date on the official APSCHE LAWCET website - cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/LAWCET.

Q:   Which body conducts AP LAWCET?
A: 

AP LAWCET is conducted by Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam, Tirupati on behalf of the APSCHE. This body manages the exam process, registration, and counseling for admission into 3-year and 5-year LLB courses in law colleges across Andhra Pradesh.

Q:   How many marks do I need for admission to a college through AP LAWCET 2026?
A: 

There is criterion of minimum marks requirement for admission to a college through Andhra Pradesh LAWCET for candidates belonging to SC and ST categories. However, candidates of General category must score a minimum of 35% marks (42 marks out of 120 marks) to get admission to a college based on their Andhra Pradesh LAWCET scores. 

The college allotted to the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET 2026 test-taker will depend on the following factors: 

  • Marks obtained by the candidate
  • Cut off of the participating college
  • Reservation criteria

 

Q:   Is there any relaxation in Andhra Pradesh LAWCET eligibility for reserved category candidates?
A: 

Reserved category candidates will have a 5% relaxation in qualifying exam while applying for Andhra Pradesh LAWCET. Candidates applying for 3-year Andhra Pradesh LAWCET exam and 5-year Andhra Pradesh LAWCET exam must be an Indian Citizen.

Q:   Which is the best book for Quantitative Aptitude in Andhra Pradesh LAWCET?
A: 

The best book for quantitative aptitude in Andhra Pradesh LAWCET is "Quantitative Aptitude by RS Aggarwal" Aspirants can make extensive use of this book for an overall exam preparation. Referring best books for APLAWCET preparation will let the candidates prepare effectively for the exam. It leads to overall development of problem solving skills in minimum time. 

Q:   How can I correct my mistake in the APLAWCET application form?
A: 

If you made mistake in APLAWCET form, you can fix it during correction time. Enter login with your details on exam portal. Click on “Application Correction” link. Only few fields can be changed, so check carefully before saving your registration form again.

Q:   How many times can I attempt Andhra Pradesh LAWCET?
A: 

Candidates can appear for the exam every year as long as they meet eligibility criteria. Andhra Pradesh LAWCET, conducted by APSCHE, allows multiple tries to improve scores or secure better colleges. Students can reapply annually for 3-year or 5-year law courses in Andhra Pradesh.

Q:   When will Andhra Pradesh LAWCET 2026 answer key be released?
A: 

The APLAWCET answer key 2026 was released on May 7, 2026. It was issued in two phases - preliminary and final answer key. The APLAWCET preliminary answer key was open for objections. The objection window closed on May 9

Q:   When will APSCHE close the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET 2027 Application correction facility for candidates?
A: 

The dates to submit the correction of online Application data is not released yet. The application correction dates will release with the AP LAWCET notification

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Qualifying marks for Open Category (OC) and BC candidates in Andhra Pradesh LAWCET are 35%. This means you need to score at least 42 marks out of 120.

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Candidates can find the complete list of Andhra Pradesh LAWCET counselling centres on this page.

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APLAWCET counselling centres, also known as helpline centres, are designated institutes assigned APSCHE for offline certificate verification. It helps qualified candidates secure admission into 3-year LLB, 5-year LLB, and LLM courses.

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Students cannot pay counselling fee offline. They will have to pay counselling registration charges online.

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39 Institutes accepting APLAWCET

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)
  • 60,000
  • 3 years
  • |
  • Full Time
LL.B. (Hons.)
  • 45,000
  • 3 years
  • |
  • Full Time
Bachelor of Law (LL.B.)
  • 75,900
  • 3 years
  • |
  • Full Time
B.A. LL.B.
    • 70,000
    • 5 years
    • |
    • Full Time

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