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Updated on Aug 24, 2026 15:07 IST
The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education will soon begin the AP LAWCET counselling 2026 process. The authority is expected to start Round 1 counselling in late August 2026. Students must keep their necessary documents ready to participate in the counselling process.

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) will soon release AP LAWCET Counselling Dates 2026. The authority conducts counselling process in multiple rounds online via website: lawcet-sche.aptonline.in. Check important details here.

APLAWCET Counselling 2026 Dates

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) is expected to start the AP LAWCET 2026 counselling anytime soon. As per the latest update, APSCHE is expected to start AP LAWCET 2026 counselling in the last week of August 2026. AP LAWCET 2026 results have already been announced. The authority will soon release complete APLAWCET Counselling dates 2026. Candidates appeared for Andhra Pradesh Law Common Entrance Test (AP LAWCET) 2026 are now waiting for counselling process to begin. The exact dates for counselling are yet to be officially announced.

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The AP LAWCET Counselling 2026 process includes registration, certificate verification, web option entry as well as seat allotment. The authority holds AP LAWCET counselling in multiple rounds. Candidates can find round-wise AP LAWCET 2026 counselling schedule on this page as well as online at lawcet-sche.aptonline.in. The entrance test is conducted for admission to 3-year and 5-year LLB programmes offered by participating law colleges in Andhra Pradesh.

Table of contents
  • AP LAWCET Counselling 2026 Dates
  • AP LAWCET 2026 Counselling Eligibility
  • AP LAWCET Counselling Process 2026
  • How to Apply for AP LAWCET 2026 Counselling Process?
  • AP LAWCET Counselling Fees 2026
  • Important Documents Needed for AP LAWCET 2026 Counselling
  • What should candidates do until the release of AP LAWCET Counselling Schedule 2026?
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AP LAWCET Counselling 2026 Dates

Only successful candidates for AP LAWCET 2026 exam can appear for counselling process. Students will have to complete AP LAWCET counselling registration 2026 to participate in admission process. The counselling process is expected to have two rounds (based on last year). Students can check expected dates below.

Counselling Events Dates (Expected)
AP LAWCET 2026 Results 18-May-2026
Counselling Notification Release Late August 2026
Online Registration & Fee Payment Late August to early September 2026
Certificate Verification (Round 1) Early September 2026
Web Options Entry (Round 1) Mid-September 2026
Round 1 Seat Allotment Results Late September 2026
Round 1 Reporting to Assigned Colleges Early October 2026
Round 2 Counselling Begins Mid-October 2026
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Q:   When will Andhra Pradesh LAWCET counselling 2026 be held?
A: 

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) will soon start the AP LAWCET 2026 counselling. The counselling will be held online at lawcet-sche.aptonline.in. All candidates who will appear in the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET 2026 to get admission to a 3-year or 5-year LLB course will have to visit the mentioned website and fill out the AP LAWCET 2026 counselling registration form by the specified deadline.

Q:   Can I participate in the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET counselling if I score less than 50?
A: 

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:   Did Andhra Pradesh LAWCET counselling start?
A: 

No, it has not officially started yet, but registrations are expected to commence by the end of August 2026.

AP LAWCET 2026 Counselling Eligibility

Students should ensure they satisfy eligibility requirements before they fill out AP LAWCET Counselling 2026 registration form. The authority has set a minimum mark requirement a student must score in AP LAWCET exam to become eligible. The category-wise qualifying marks are shared below. 

  • General/ OBC: 35% (42 out of 120)
  • SC/ST: Nil

AP LAWCET Counselling Process 2026

APSCHE conducts AP LAWCET Counselling 2026 process in well-defined steps. The authority releases AP LAWCET counselling date 2026 for each process in notification. Check steps involved in counselling process below. 

  • AP LAWCET Counselling Notification
  • Counselling Registration
  • Document Verification 
  • Payment of AP LAWCET Counselling Fees
  • Exercising Web Options (Course/ College Selection)
  • Seat Allotment
  • College Reporting

Also Read: AP LAWCET Preparation Tips

How to Apply for AP LAWCET 2026 Counselling Process? 

Candidates can appear for counselling after they complete registration process. We have provided registration steps below.

  • Candidates need to visit APSCHE counselling website at lawcet-sche.aptonline.in
  • Select counselling registration link
  • Students will have to enter login details
  • Click Sign in/ login
  • Students need to provide relevant details in counselling form
  • Pay counselling registration fee
  • Upload prescribed documents for verification
  • Click submit to complete registration

AP LAWCET Counselling Fees 2026

The category-wise AP LAWCET Counselling 2026 fees have been shared below.

  • General/ OBC: INR 1000
  • SC/ST: 500

Important Documents Needed for AP LAWCET 2026 Counselling

Candidates should keep original documents ready for counselling process. Check documents needed for counselling below. 

  • AP LAWCET 2026 Rank Card
  • AP LAWCET Hall Ticket
  • Class 10 mark sheets & certificates
  • Intermediate pass certificates and mark sheets
  • 7 years of study/ bona fide certificate for academic years
  • A valid Government ID
  • Residence Certificate
  • Transfer Certificate (TC)
  • Caste/ Income certificate (if applicable)

What should candidates do until the release of AP LAWCET Counselling Schedule 2026?

Candidates must not postpone preparing themselves until the registration process begins. They must prepare all the necessary documents. Students must also compile a list of the desired law colleges. Above all, candidates should never base themselves on any information available on social media or any dates that are unofficially mentioned. The full schedule of AP LAWCET 2026 Counselling will be made available by APSCHE via its counselling website. APSCHE is expected to release the dates shortly for Phase 1 counselling. 

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Answered 5 days ago

No, it has not officially started yet, but registrations are expected to commence by the end of August 2026.

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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.

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Mamona Rai

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Answered 5 days ago

Yes, the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) routinely conducts a minimum of two to three rounds of counselling depending on vacant seats.

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Lalit Jain

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Candidates will be able to register for Phase 1 counselling starting in the last week of August 2026. 

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Nishtha Chaudhary

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Answered 2 months ago

Candidates must note that the APLAWCET Answer Key is published online only on the official website. Candidates could raise objection on the provisional answer key. 

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