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

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.

What is the syllabus for Andhra Pradesh LAWCET?

The syllabus for APLAWCET covers the following three important sections- Aptitude for the Study of Law Current Affairs and Mental Ability General Knowledge

What are the best Andhra Pradesh LAWCET books to prepare for the current affairs section?

Candidates should refer to these books for the exam prep: AP LAWCET Books Author/Publisher Pratiyogita Darpan PD Group General Knowledge Disha Experts General Knowledge Year Book Arihant

Is it necessary to fill APLAWCET application form 2026 if I have CLAT score?

Filling the AP LAWCET 2026 form not needed if planning only for National Law Universities (NLUs) or private colleges that take CLAT scores. But if aiming for law colleges in Andhra Pradesh, then the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET form must be filled. Both CLAT and AP LAWCET are different admission ways.

When is minimum qualifying marks in AP LAWCET?

To pass AP LAWCET exam, candidates from General and OBC categories will have to score 42 marks out of 120.

What are the details mentioned on Andhra Pradesh LAWCET rank card?

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

Can I download the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET books for free online?

Yes, there are many websites of preparation experts that provide free online download resources in the form of e-books. You can check and download free Andhra Pradesh LAWCET books online from the online app of the conducting body by the name of APSCHE myCET app. Follow good YouTube channels to get the required resources.

Will I get a notification when APLAWCET result is released?

Yes, candidates who participated in the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET examination will receive the notification on the active mobile number or email address provided during the registration.

Is Andhra Pradesh LAWCET exam easy?

It is a moderately difficult exam with some Easy sections in it. As it carries NO negative marking, candidates find it easy to appear for compared to other Law entrance exams.

How many questions are asked in Andhra Pradesh LAWCET exam?

AP LAWCET question paper consists of 120 objective-type questions. These 120 questions are divided into three sections. These sections are General Knowledge and Mental Ability, Current Affairs, and Aptitude for the Law Study. The marks distribution for each section is different. General Knowledge and Mental Ability, Current Affairs, and Aptitude for Law Study contain 30, and 60 marks, respectively. As a result, the Aptitude for Law Strudy section carries the most weightage in the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET exam.

From which subjects are questions asked in the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET exam?

Questions in the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET Exam are broadly asked from three subjects: General Knowledge and Mental Ability, Current Affairs and Aptitude for the Study of Law. Thus, Andhra Pradesh LAWCET candidates need to cover these four subjects while preparing for the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET exam. They need to focus on the preparation of the Aptitude for Study of Law subject because it carries the maximum weightage of 60 marks in the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET test. The other two subjects, General Knowledge and Mental Ability and Current Affairs will each carry 30 marks.

What is the age limit for APLAWCET in 2026?

There is no upper age limit for APLAWCET 2026. Anyone who meets the educational eligibility can apply for both 3-year and 5-year LL.B courses. However, candidates must have completed 17 years of age as of the date of admission to be eligible.

What are the documents needed during Andhra Pradesh LAWCET counselling?

Candidates need to carry these documents during counselling Rank card/ result card for Andhra Pradesh LAWCET AP LAWCET Hall Ticket/ Admit Card AP LAWCET Application Form SSC/Intermediate/Equivalent Mark sheet Qualifying Examination mark sheet Provisional/Degree Certificate Residence Certificate SC/ST/Caste certificate Migration Certificate Transfer Certificate Income Certificate or Ration Card Sports/PH/NCC/CAP Certificates (if any)

What is the APLAWCET counselling process?

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.

How can I check the seat allotment for APLAWCET 2026?

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.

Which are the best books for Andhra Pradesh LAWCET preparation?

While preparing for the AP LAWCET exam, following books can be referred: Aptitude for the Study of Law by LegalEdge Current Affairs by Manorama Yearbook General Knowledge by Arihant Publications Mental Ability by R.S. Agarwal AP LAWCET Chapter-wise Objective Question Bank by Arihant Experts Candidates may also find other online resources and mock tests for Andhra Pradesh LAWCET preparation.

How many questions are there in AP LAWCET exam?

There are total of 120 multiple-choice questions divided into three sections.

What is the medium of Andhra Pradesh LAWCET exam 2026?

AP LAWCET 2026 exam will be conducted in English and Telugu medium. There will be objective-type questions, that is, each question will carry four options. Candidates will have to select the one correct answer.

Is APLAWCET held in regional languages?

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

I got 47 rank in AP LAWCET. Which college can I expect with this rank?

A rank between 1 and 50 is considered very good in the AP LAWCET exam. Candidates with a rank between 1 and 50 can expect to get admission to one of the top law colleges in Andhra Pradesh mentioned below: Dr. B.R. Ambedkar College of Law, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam Smt. Velagapudi Durgamba Siddhartha Law College Prasuna College of Law, Kurnool N.B.M. Law College Jagarlamudi Chandramouli College of Law V. R. Law College Anantha College of Law Rajiv Gandhi Law College Indira Priyadarshini Law College MPR Law College Sri Vijaynagar College of Law All Saint's Christian Law College KKC College of Law Shri P.Basireddy College of Law

When is minimum qualifying marks in AP LAWCET?

To pass AP LAWCET exam, candidates from General and OBC categories will have to score 42 marks out of 120.

Will I be considered for admission even if I fail the Certificate verification process of Andhra Pradesh LAWCET counselling?

Candidates will have to mandatory complete the document verification process to participate in web option entry and consequently will not be called for the admission. Thus, it is mandatory for candidates to provide the right information in the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET application form and verify the documents related to the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET counselling process. The details related to the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET counselling are released online at the website of Andhra Pradesh LAWCET.

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

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.

How many questions are there in AP LAWCET exam?

There are total of 120 multiple-choice questions divided into three sections.

How many times can I take the AP LAWCET mock test?

There is no limit to take the AP LAWCET official mock test online. You can take the test as many times as you want.

How can I prepare for the Aptitude for the Study of Law section of the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET exam?

To prepare for the Aptitude section in APLAWCET, collect its important resources. Strategise the preparation before starting. Practice and solve the previous year question papers.

How to apply for AP LAWCET 2026?

To apply for AP LAWCET 2026, you visit cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/LAWCET and fill the AP LAWCET application form online. Pay fee, upload photo, and submit details. You can also get AP LAWCET application form PDF download for record. The AP LAWCET registration 2026 is simple, and admit card will be available later on AP LAWCET 2026 official website.

What documents are required while applying for Andhra Pradesh LAWCET?

Applicants of Andhra Pradesh LAWCET 2027 will be required to keep the following documents ready before sitting to apply for the exam: Category certificate 10th and 12th marksheet Physical disability certificate, if any Address proof Photograph less than 30kb Signature less than 15kb

What is the last registration date for the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET 2026 exam?

The last date to apply for the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET Exam was April 6, 2026. Earlier, the conducting body closed the registration window on March 20, 2026 for without late payment option.

When will Andhra Pradesh LAWCET 2026 answer key be released?

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.

Can I raise objection against APLAWCET 2026 answer key?

To raise objections, visit the APSCHE website- Click on the objections link Enter hall ticket number Select the question to raise objection upon Upload necessary documents Submit the responses

How can I download the AP LAWCET answer key?

To download the AP LAWCET answer key, visit, cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/LAWCET. Click on the "Answer Key" tab. Candidates can challenge the preliminary answer key.

Was APLAWCET Answer Key Released in offline mode?

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.

How to download the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET admit card?

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.

Do I need to carry any documents along with APLAWCET admit card on exam day?

Yes, along with your Andhra Pradesh LAWCET admit card, you will need to carry a valid photo ID proof for verification on the exam day. Acceptable ID proofs typically include: Aadhar Card Voter ID Passport Driver's License School/College ID (for students) Make sure the ID is original and not expired. Carrying both the admit card and a valid photo ID will ensure smooth entry into the exam center.

What should I do if there is a mistake on my Andhra Pradesh LAWCET admit card?

If you find any mistake on your APLAWCET admit card, contact the APSCHE helpdesk immediately. In some cases, you may need to submit a written request too.

Which details do I need to download my Andhra Pradesh LAWCET admit card?

To download the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET admit card or hall ticket, Andhra Pradesh LAWCET applicants need their Andhra Pradesh LAWCET registration number or payment reference ID (AP LAWCET fee payment reference ID), hall ticket number of their qualifying exam and date of birth. After enetering these details, you need to click on "Download Hallticket" button. Once you are done with the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET hall ticket, you need to create its multiple printouts for the following reasons: To appear in the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET entrance exam For admission to a college accepting Andhra Pradesh LAWCET through Andhra Pradesh LAWCET counselling.

AP LAWCET 2026 (3 & 5 Yr LLB): Cutoff (Soon), Counselling Dates, Seat Allotment, Result (OUT), Rank Card

Q: What is the last date to apply for the APLAWCET exam with late fee?

The APLAWCET application window closed on April 6, 2026. As per the guidelines, the last late fee to be paid was INR 10,000. The application process started on February 12, 2026.

Updated on Jul 1, 2026 18:55 IST

By Anupama Mehra, Deputy Manager – Content

Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education will soon announce AP LAWCET counselling dates 2026 for admissions to 3-year LLB, 5-year LLB and LLM programmes. Candidates who qualified in entrance exams can participate in AP LAWCET 2026 counselling. As per last few year’s update, AP LAWCET counselling registration is likely to begin in July or August 2026.

As of now, APSCHE has not yet release official AP LAWCET counselling schedule. To participate, candidates need to complete AP LAWCET counselling registration online at official website cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. Around 23,996 candidates appeared for exam and over 19,000 qualified. Candidates can check complete details about AP LAWCET 2026 counselling here.

Table of contents

AP LAWCET Counselling 2026
APLAWCET Exam Dates & Schedule 2026
AP LAWCET 2026 Cut-Off
AP LAWCET 2026 Result
AP LAWCET Answer Key 2026
What is AP LAWCET?
APLAWCET 2026: Highlights
AP LAWCET Syllabus 2026
APLAWCET Exam Pattern 2026
AP LAWCET Mock Test 2026
AP LAWCET Admit Card 2026
AP LAWCET Application Form 2026
AP LAWCET FAQs

AP LAWCET Counselling 2026

Qualified candidates can take part in AP LAWCET counselling. They can check details below

Candidates need to register for AP LAWCET counselling online. They will have to provide details such as name, address, qualifying exam details, APLAWCET scores, etc.
This allows them to select their choice of colleges for admission. It must be noted that admission will be based on marks obtained in APLAWCET exam.
APSCHE will release seat allotment list based on marks and preference of college.
Candidates whose names will appear in seat allotment list have to visit allocated college for seat confirmation and document verification.

Check guidelines for AP LAWCET counselling registration

Candidates have to upload documents as required for verification purposes.
Online verification of documents will be done, after which candidates will have to participate in web-option process to select their choice of colleges.
Once web option process completes, AP LAWCET seat allotment list will be released. Those selected have to report to their allotted colleges for seat confirmation.

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Colleges Accepting AP LAWCET Scores

AP LAWCET score is accepted by various government, private and self-financing institutes affiliated to universities in Andhra Pradesh. Some colleges accepting AP LAWCET scores for Law admission are

List of colleges accepting AP LAWCET Scores
Veeravalli College of Law, Rajahmundry	Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Law, Kakinada
Sri R K M Law College	Andhra University
Visakha Law College, Visakhapatnam	Dr Ambedkar Law College
Smt. Velagapudi Durgamba Siddhartha Law College	Indira Priyadarshini Law College
Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam	School of Legal Studies, Acharya Nagarjuna University

APLAWCET Exam Dates & Schedule 2026

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

Dates	Past Exam Dates
To Be Notified	AP LAWCET Counselling 2026 Registration
18 May ' 26	AP LAWCET Result 2026
07 May ' 26	AP LAWCET Preliminary Answer Key 2026
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AP LAWCET 2026 Cut-Off

Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education releases AP LAWCET cutoff 2026 on official website for all categories. Those candidates who have obtained more that AP LAWCET cutoff marks 2026 are eligible to particpate in counselling. They can check AP LAWCET category-wise qualifying cut-off marks below

Category	Marks	Percentage
Unreserved Category / General Category	42 marks out of 120	35%
SC / ST	Not applicable	Not applicable

Note: There is no minimum AP LAWCET 2026 cutoff for candidates belonging to reserved category.

AP LAWCET 2026 Result

Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education released AP LAWCET result 2026 online. Candidates can check result of AP LAWCET at official website cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/LAWCET. They have to use their registration number and qualifying hall ticket number to check AP LAWCET 2026 result online. Also, direct link has been provided below:

*AP LAWCET 2026 Direct Result Link:*	https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/LAWCET/LAWCET/LAWCET_HomePage.aspx
*Direct Link to Download AP LAWCET 2026 ScoreCard PDF:*	https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/LAWCET/LAWCET/LAWCET_GetRankCard.aspx

AP LAWCET Result Evaluation Criteria 2026

To pass AP LAWCET 2026, candidates must score a minimum of 35%. It must be noted that admission to any college through AP LAWCET exam depends on cutoff determined by respective authorities.

AP LAWCET Result Tie-breaking Criteria

In case where two or more candidates obtains same marks in AP LAWCET, tie-breaking criterion is used to decide their rankings. They can check table for detailed information

AP LAWCET Tie-Breaking Criteria 2026
Criterion 1	When two candidates have same score, those with higher score in Part C of AP LAWCET question paper will receive higher rank.
Criterion 2	If tie still exists, seniority in age will be considered for admission through AP LAWCET and AP LAWCET ranking.
Criterion 3	If marks obtained by them in Part C are still same. Marks scored by them in Part B are considered for tie-breaking.

AP LAWCET Answer Key 2026

APSCHE released final AP LAWCET answer key at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in for 3-year and 5-year LLB courses. Candidates can download answer keys, response sheet and master question paper by using their registration number, mobile number and hall ticket number. They can follow these steps to download answer key

Go to cets.apsche.ap.gov.in
Click on AP LAWCET tab
Select course 3-year or 5-year LLB, on the homepage
Click on Answer Key link
Download PDF and check answers

Also Read: How to calculate marks using AP LAWCET Answer Key 2026?

What is AP LAWCET?

Andhra Pradesh Common Law Entrance Test (AP LAWCET) is a state-level law exam held by Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam, Tirupati, on behalf of APSCHE. Through APLAWCET, candidates can apply for admission to law courses in Andhra Pradesh universities and affiliated colleges. AP LAWCET exam is held in computer-based test for 90 minutes in English and Telugu for both 3-year and 5-year LLB courses. Question paper has 120 objective questions from GK, Mental Ability, Current Affairs, and Law Aptitude.

Courses Offered through AP LAWCET

ASPCHE offers a total of 26 courses through AP LAWCET exam. Check list of courses related to law entrance exam

S. No	Branch Code	Brach Name
1	BBABL5	BBALLB-5YEARS
2	BCMBL5	BCOMLLB-5YEARS
3	LLB3YH	LLB-3YEARS(HONS)
4	LLB3YR	LLB-3YEARS
5	LLB5YH	LLB-5YEARS(HONS)
6	LLB5YR	LLB-5YEARS
7	LLMBSL	LLM (BUSINESS LAW)
8	LLMCAM	LLM (CONSTITUTIONAL LAW AND ADMN. LAW)
9	LLMCLO	LLM (CONSTITUTIONAL AND LEGAL ORDER)
10	LLMCML	LLM (COMMERCIAL LAW)
11	LLMCRM	LLM (CRIMINAL LAW)
12	LLMCSL	LLM (CORPORATE AND SECURITY LAWS)
13	LLMCST	LLM (CONSTITUTIONAL LAW)
14	LLMFML	LLM (FAMILY LAW)
15	LLMHRT	LLM (HUMAN RIGHT LAW)
16	LLMILO	LLM (INTERNATIONAL LAW AND ORGANISATION)
17	LLMINT	LLM (INTERNATIONAL LAW)
18	LLMIPR	LLM (INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS)
19	LLMLBL	LLM (LABOUR LAW)
20	LLMICL	LLM (INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY & CYBER LAW)
21	LLMLIL	LLM(LABOUR AND INDUSTRIAL LAW)
22	LLMLOC	LLM (LAW OF CRIMES)
23	BABL5	BALLB-5YEARS
24	BABL5H	BALLB-5YEARS(HONS)
25	LLLMCBL	LLM -COMMERCIAL LAW (BUSINESS LAW)
26	LLMLCL	LLM (LABOUR CAPITAL AND LAW)

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APLAWCET 2026: Highlights

Check APLAWCET exam highlights

Features	Details
Exam name	Andhra Pradesh Law Common Entrance Test (AP LAWCET)
Conducting body	Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam Tirupati, on behalf of APSCHE
Exam purpose	Admission to five-year LLB and three-year LLB courses offered by law colleges of Andhra Pradesh state.
Courses offered	BA LLB, BCom LLB, BSc LLB, BBA LLB, BLS LLB, BTech LLB, LLB
Exam frequency	Once a year
Exam mode	Online
Exam duration	90 minutes
Exam timings	9 AM to 10:30 AM
Helpdesk number	0877 2284599, 9676040752
Official Website	cets.apsche.ap.gov.in

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

AP LAWCET Syllabus 2026

Candidates can check AP LAWCET 2026 syllabus section-wise below

AP LAWCET Syllabus (Section-wise)
Section	Topics	Marks
Part A	Topics related to General Knowledge, such as topics related to history, geography, political science, and general science Topics related to Mental Ability	30
Part B	Current Affairs related topics (national and international affairs associated with the recent time and past 3 years)	30
Part C	Topics related to Aptitude for the Study of Law, including elementary-level topics associated with the basic principles of law and the Constitution of India	60

APLAWCET Preparation

Candidates can check preparation tips to score well and qualify for AP LAWCET exam in first attempt. Here are guidelines for AP LAWCET 2026 Preparation.

Understand AP LAWCET syllabus and exam pattern
Get books and other study material for exam
Prepare study plan and stick to it consistently
While studying, make notes for each section
Practice as many question papers and sample papers as possible

Also Read: Top Law Entrance Exams in India

APLAWCET Exam Pattern 2026

AP LAWCET question paper contains 120 objective-type questions of 120 marks. Sections from where questions are asked AP LAWCET exam include General Knowledge and Mental Ability, Current Affairs and Aptitude for Study of Law. Candidates can check detailed AP LAWCET Exam Pattern below

AP LAWCET Exam Section	No. of Questions	Marks
Section A: General Knowledge and Mental Ability	30	30
Section B: Current Affairs	30	30
Section C: Aptitude for the Study of Law	60	60
Total	120	120

Also Read: AP LAWCET Question Paper

AP LAWCET Mock Test 2026

Taking AP LAWCET mock test is helpful for candidates to understand nature of questions. It is advised that candidates take mock test for better preparation.

How to take AP LAWCET Mock Test?

Go cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/LAWCET
Click on mock test link on home page
Click on AP LAWCET
Now, click on mock test available on webpage
Select law course
You will be redirected to mock test page, which contains default login ID and password
Click on sign in to take AP LAWCET Mock Test

Also Read: Best books for AP LAWCET preparation

AP LAWCET Admit Card 2026

AP LAWCET admit card can be downloaded at official website. Check steps provided below to download AP LAWCET hall ticket.

Visit APSCHE's website, cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/APSCHEHome.aspx.
Click on LAWCET
Now, click on Download Hall Ticket
Enter registration number to download AP LAWCET admit card.

AP LAWCET 2026 Exam Centres

Check AP LAWCET test centre list below

APLAWCET exam centres
District	Regional Exam Centre
Anantpur	Anantpur Gooty
Sri Satyasai	Puttaparthi
Chittoor	Chittoor
Annamayya	Madanapalle
Tirupati	Tirupati Gudur Puttur
East Godavari	Rajahmundry
Kakinada	Kakinada
Konaseema	Amalapuram
Guntur	Guntur
Bapatla	Chirala
Palnadu	Narasaraopeta
Krishna	Gudlavalleru Machilipatnam
NTR	Viayawada
Kurnool	Kurnool Yemmiganur
Nandyal	Nandyal
Sri Potti Sri Ramulu Nellore	Kavali Nellore
Prakasam	Markapuram Ongole
Srikakulam	Srikakulam Tekkali
Vishakhapatnam	Gajuwaka Vishakhapatnam
Anakapalle	Anakapalle
Vizianagaram	Vizianagaram
West Godavari	Bhmavaram Narasapuram Tadepalligudem
Eluru	Eluru
YSR Kadapa	Kadapa Proddatur

Also Read: AP LAWCET Test Centre

AP LAWCET Application Form 2026

AP LAWCET application form was available online at official website cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/LAWCET. Candidates can check steps below to know how to fill application form for APLAWCET

Steps to fill AP LAWCET 2026 application form

Go to official website
On homepage, find and click on registration link
Complete AP LAWCET registration by entering all details
Login and fill up application form, upload documents and pay registration fees
Submit form and take a printout of it

AP LAWCET 2026 Admission Process

AP LAWCET 2026 admission process is as follows

Step 1: AP LAWCET Registration

AP LAWCET application form can be filled online at official website. Candidates need to pay fee first and then fill out form with their personal and ediucation details. AP LAWCET registration fee must be paid as mentioned in form section for LLB courses.

Step 2: Download Admit Card

After completing and closing application, they will be issued AP LAWCET hall ticket to attend exam. The admit card shows their test centre, exam date, time and other rules. To download it, they need to log in using their registration number and date of birth at official site.

Step 3: Appear for AP LAWCET

APSCHE conducts AP LAWCET exam in computer-based mode. Candidates must appear at test centre with their AP LAWCET admit card and photo ID proof.

Step 4: Check AP LAWCET Results

AP LAWCET result is announced about a month after exam. Candidates who score at least 35% out of 100 marks get a rank and are eligible for next round.

Step 5: Counselling and Seat Allotment

AP LAWCET counselling is done based on merit list. Those selected must choose their preferred colleges through web options entry. After that, seats are allotted, and they have to confirm their admission by verifying documents. Candidates need to pay course fee.

APLAWCET Application Fee

Candidates must pay their APLAWCET application fees 2026 for LLB courses

Category	Application Fee (in INR )
General	900
OBC	850
SC/ST	800

APLAWCET 2026 Eligibility

Candidates need to know the AP LAWCET eligibility criteria before applying for exam. Check table below

AP LAWCET Eligibility Criteria
5-Year LLB	Candidates must have cleared their (10+2) from any recognised national or state board General or open category candidates need a minimum of 45% marks in their (10+2) exam The minimum qualifying marks for EWS and SC/ST category candidates are 42% and 40%, respectively
3-Year LLB	Candidates must have passed graduation in a (10+2+3/4) format from any recognised college or university. The minimum qualifying marks for general or open category candidates in AP LAWCET 3-year LLB programme is 45% The minimum qualifying marks for EWS and SC/ST category candidates are 42% and 40%, respectively, for the AP LAWCET 3-year LLB course

Note: Candidates waiting for their Class 12 result or graduation final result could also apply for the AP LAWCET 5-year LLB and AP LAWCET 3-year LLB programmes, respectively. But they must have their final marksheets at the time of AP LAWCET counselling or admission.

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AP LAWCET FAQs

Check the FAQs related to AP LAWCET 2026 below.

Q: Can I correct the details in Andhra Pradesh LAWCET application once submitted?

Candidates who have entered the wrong details in their Andhra Pradesh LAWCET 2026 application form are given a chance to correct their details. The Andhra Pradesh LAWCET application correction window 2026 was available online at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. For example, to correct the name, candidates will have to send their SSC mark sheet or certificate.

Q: What is the difference between the syllabus of Andhra Pradesh LAWCET and the syllabus of CLAT?

Both the AP LAWCET and CLAT entrance exam are conducted for admission to the Law schools in India, however, the syllabus for these exams are different on many parameters and candidates should strategise differently for both the exams. AP LAWCET exam has sections including Current Affairs, Legal Aptitude, Contract Law, Constitution, etc. and the CLAT entrance exam sections include English Language, Legal Aptitude, Mathematics, etc. AP LAWCET does not have mathematics subjects, AP LAWCET exam focus more on regional knowledge. CLAT generally covers the deeper aspects of the particular subject.

Q: Do I need to submit documents in support of corrections in the APLAWCET application form?

Yes, for the category 1 corrections in the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET application, candidates need to upload the corresponding documents. Check out the following documents required to correct specific details in the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET application form:

AP LAWCET Branch/Centre Change - Requires qualifying exam hall ticket
Candidate's name - Requires SSC marks Memo
Father's name - Requires SSC marks memo
Date of birth - Requires SSC marks memo
Signature - Requires a scanned copy of the signature
Photograph - Requires correct photograph (in jpg format)
Qualifying Hall Ticket Number - Requires a scanned copy of qualifying examination hall ticket
Category - A copy of a caste or category certificate issued by a competent authority

Q: How can I download the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET 2026 question paper?

To download the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET 2026 question paper, check process given below.

Scroll below the page and search for the APLAWCET previous year question paper.
Click on the desired question paper you want to practice.
Enter the required information.
Now you will be able to access the APLAWCET question papers.

Q: Is there any negative marking in Andhra Pradesh LAWCET exam?

No, there is no negative marking in the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET exam. This means students can attempt all questions. No mark will be deducted for a wrong answer or response. There will be a total of 120 questions on the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET question paper. Each question will carry one mark. Thus, candidates will receive marks equal to the correct answers given by them in the entrance examination.

Q: What is the last date to apply for the APLAWCET exam with late fee?

The APLAWCET application window closed on April 6, 2026. As per the guidelines, the last late fee to be paid was INR 10,000. The application process started on February 12, 2026.

Q: When to register for APLAWCET 2026?

APLAWCET 2026 registration process last date was April 6, 2026. The application process started on February 12, 2026. The last date to fill the form without a late fee was March 20, 2026. After that, candidates were allowed to apply by paying a late fee at the official website, cets.apsche.ap.gov.in.

Q: How can I prepare for Andhra Pradesh LAWCET?

Follow the preparation strategy mentioned below for Andhra Pradesh LAWCET:

Start preparing early for the entrance exam at least 6 months before the test date. This strategy will allow you to learn all the impotant topics related to the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET exam.
Check out and understand AP LAWCET exam pattern and syllabus and prepare accordingly.
Solve AP LAWCET previous years' question papers.
Also, take Andhra Pradesh LAWCET mock test. This mock test is available on the official website of APSCHE.
Solve practice sets available in the best books for Andhra Pradesh LAWCET preparation.

Q: Is there any APLAWCET 2026 application correction facility?

Yes, the conducting body provided the APLAWCET 2026 application correction facility to those candidates who successfully submitted the APLAWCET application form. The examination authority closed the APLAWCET correction facility on April 8, 2026.

Q: How many marks to get a free seat in Andhra Pradesh LAWCET?

To get free seat in Andhra Pradesh LAWCET, you need good marks in exam. Usually scoring around 70 to 90 marks gives better chance for government college. Cutoff changes every year. For general category, rank should be high. Reserved category students may get seat with little less marks. Always check Andhra Pradesh LAWCET 2027 cutoff list.

Q: What is the date of AP LAWCET 2026 exam?

The AP LAWCET 2026 exam was held on May 4, 2026. The candidates had to register online for the exam using their registered email ID and password. The registered candidates were issued the hall ticket to appear for the exam.