How to fill AP LAWCET/ PGLCET 2026 Application Form: Eligibility, Steps, Fee, Dates

How to fill AP LAWCET/ PGLCET 2026 Application Form: Eligibility, Steps, Fee, Dates

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Want to apply for AP LAWCET/PGLCET 2026? Check all the important dates related to the AP LAWCET 2026 and AP PGLCET 2026. You can find the complete AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET application process along with details of AP LAWCET/PGLCET eligibility criteria 2026 here. Learn about steps to fill out the AP LAWCET 2026/PGLCET 2026 application form here.

The AP LAWCET/PGLCET 2026 application process is ongoing. Check all the important dates related to the AP LAWCET 2026 and AP PGLCET 2026. Find out the AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET application form filling process along with AP LAWCET/PGLCET eligibility criteria 2026 here.

AP LAWCET/ PGLCET Application Form Process

AP LAWCET/ PGLCET Application Form Process

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education conducts AP LAWCET 2026 and AP PGLCET 2026 exams to provide admission to aspiring students in 3-year LLB, 5-year LLB, and LLM programs. AP LAWCET is scheduled to be held on May 4, 2026, and the date of the AP PGLCET 2026 exam is the same, i.e., May 4, 2026. The AP LAWCET & PGLCET 2026 application process is being managed online at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. The online AP LAWCET registrations began on February 12 and will continue till April 6, 2026, with the late fee payment of INR 10,000. The last date to fill out the APLAWCET application form without late fee payment is March 20, 2026

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 All eligible students should read the steps below before filling out the AP LAWCET 2026 and AP PGLCET 2026 forms. You need to know how to do the AP LAWCET 2026 registration right so nothing goes wrong later. The AP LAWCET 2026 notification is already out on the official site https://apsche.ap.gov.in/, and it tells you everything about the AP LAWCET 2026 registration date, exam, and who can apply. You must complete the AP LAWCET 2026 registration form before the AP LAWCET 2026 registration last date, or else you can’t sit for the test. The process is online only, so you can do it from your phone or laptop easily. After you register, you can download your hall ticket and later join the AP LAWCET counselling for admission into 3-year or 5-year LLB courses.

Also Read: Top Law Colleges Accepting AP LAWCET Scores

Table of contents
  • AP LAWCET/ AP PGLCET 2026 Dates
  • How to Fill out AP LAWCET/ PGLCET Application Form?
  • AP LAWCET/ PGLCET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
  • Documents Required to Fill the AP LAWCET / AP PGLCET 2026 Application Form
  • AP LAWCET/ PGLCET Application Correction Window 2026
  • Important Tips for AP LAWCET/ PGLCET 2026 Application Form

AP LAWCET/ AP PGLCET 2026 Dates

AP LAWCET 2026 and AP PGLCET 2026 registration will commence from February 12. Check out all the important dates related to AP LAWCET 2026 below: 

AP LAWCET/ PGLCET 2026 Events

Dates

Application begins (without a late fee)

February 12, 2026

Application ends (without a late fee)

March 20, 2026

Application (with a late fee of INR 1000)

March 24, 2026

Application (with a late fee of INR 2000)

March 28, 2026

Application (with a late fee of INR 4000)

April 1, 2026

Application (with a late fee of INR 10000)

April 6, 2026

Application Correction Window

April 8, 2026

Andhra Pradesh LAWCET/ PGLCET Hall Ticket release

April 20, 2026

AP LAWCET Exam

May 4, 2026

AP PGLCET Exam

May 4, 2026

AP LAWCET/ PGLCET Preliminary Answer Key release date

to be updated

AP LAW CET/ PGLCET Objections to Answer Key 2026

to be updated

Andhra Pradesh LAWCET/ PGLCET Result

to be updated
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How to apply for LAWCET 2026 in Andhra Pradesh?
A: 

To apply for LAWCET 2026 in Andhra Pradesh, you go to the official APSCHE website and open the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET application portal. You first make a small registration using your name and details. Then fill the online LAWCET form careful with right info. Upload your documents proper size. Pay the application fee online safe way. After you done, download and keep the confirmation page for later use.

Q:   How to register for LAWCET in Andhra Pradesh?
A: 

You just go on the official APSCHE site and find the AP LAWCET registration page. First, you make a small sign up with your name, phone no and email id. Then you fill the online LAWCET form careful with right info. Upload your photo, signature and other papers proper way. After that, pay the registration fee online safe method. When it finish, download and keep the confirmation page safe for later use.

Q:   Can I join LLB without LAWCET in Andhra Pradesh?
A: 

In Andhra Pradesh, most colleges need LAWCET for LLB admission. But few private law colleges may allow direct admission based on merit or management quota. Still, AP LAWCET is the main entrance for government and top private colleges. Without it, your options for LLB admission in Andhra Pradesh become limited.

How to Fill out AP LAWCET/ PGLCET Application Form?

To fill out the application form for AP LAWCET or AP PGLCET exam, candidates will have to first visit the LAWCET APCHE website, cets.apsche.ap.gov.in, then follow two main steps:

STEP 1: Payment of Application Fee for AP LAWCET/PGLCET

  • Visit the LAWCET Portal or website of APCHE, cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/LAWCET. Thereafter, click on the box, "STEP 1: Eligibility and Fee Payment" as shown in the following image (for reference only):

AP LAWCET/PGLCET 2026 Application Fee Payment direct link

CLICK HERE

  • Now, fill out the required details mentioned below: 
    • Qualifying Exam Hall Ticket Number
    • Candidate's name (as per SSC)
    • Date of Birth
    • Candidate's Mobile Number
    • Alternate Mobile Number 
    • E-Mail ID 
    • Stream you want to apply (3-year LLB, 5-year LLB or LLM)
    • Category (if you belong to a reserved category)
  • Once you have filled out all the details, you need to click on the "Proceed Payment" option. You can pay the fee through Debit/ Credit Card or Net Banking. 

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AP LAWCET/ PGLCET 2026 Application Fee

The tentative application fee that needs to be paid to apply for AP LAWCET/PGLCET 2026 is mentioned below:

Category

Application Fee for 5-year LLB and 3-year LLB

Application Fee for LLM (AP PGLCT)

Open/General

INR 900

INR 1,000

OBC

INR 850

INR 950

SC/ST

INR 800

INR 900

 Note: Candidates must save the “Transaction ID” generated after the payment process for future reference. The application fee might change; wait for the notification release.

STEP 2: Filling the Application Form

After you finish paying the AP LAWCET application fee, the next step is to apply for the exam. This part is very important, so you must enter all details carefully.

Below are the details you need to fill in the AP LAWCET application form:

  • Candidate’s Details: You have to type your full name, your mother’s and father’s names, date of birth, and gender. Make sure everything matches your certificates.
  • Qualifying Examination: Choose your qualification: LLB, Degree in any stream, or Intermediate (10+2). Then fill in the year you passed, hall ticket number, marks obtained, name of the exam, and place of study.
  • Entrance Exam: Pick which test you want to write: LAWCET 5-Year LLB, LAWCET 3-Year LLB, or PGLCET LLM.
  • Photo and Signature: Upload your recent color photograph and signature in the correct format and size as mentioned in the AP LAWCET 2026 notification.

Document

Specifications

Photograph 

·       Recent photo in colour print 

·       Size less than 30 KB,

·       JPG file format

Signature

·       Size less than 15 KB

·       JPG file format 

  1. Regional Centre to Appear for the Test: Here, candidates need to select their preference for the APLAWCET exam centre from the drop-down list.
  2. Category: Candidates need to select a category - OC/ BC-A/ BC-B/ BC-C/ BC-D/ BC-E/ SC/ ST. Apart from these, candidates can also select the NCC/ CAP/ Sports if they are applying for admissions under a special category.
  3. Local Area Status: Candidates need to select the local area that they belong to under this column:
  • AU (Andhra University)
    • OU (Osmania University)
    • SVU (Sri Venkateswara University)
    • Non-Local
  1. Minority/ Non-Minority: Candidates belonging to the minority group need to select the “Minority” checkbox, and candidates not belonging to the minority group need to select the “Non-minority” checkbox.
  2. Address: Enter the permanent address, as well as the current address
  3. SSC or Equivalent (10th Class): It requires details such as a candidate’s SSC board name, hall ticket number, passed month and year, and place of study.
  4. Physically Challenged: Here, candidates need to select their type of physical challenge (visually handicapped/ hearing impaired/ ortho handicapped) (if applicable).
  5. Intermediate (10th Class): It requires details such as a candidate’s inter board name, hall ticket number, passed month and year, and place of study.
  6. Annual Income of Parents: Candidates need to select the annual income of their parents i.e., Below One Lakh/ Between One Lakh and Two Lakh/ More than Two Lakh.

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STEP 3: Form Submission

  • The candidates need to submit it online after completing registration.
  • They need to click on the disclaimer “I accept the Terms and Conditions” and press the “Submit” button.
  • After this, the application process for AP LAWCET 2026 will be complete.  
  • Candidates are advised to download the submitted application form and get printouts of the same for future reference.
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AP LAWCET/ PGLCET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Find out the AP LAWCET/ PGLCET eligibility criteria 2026 before filling out the AP LAWCET 2026 application form: 

Course

Eligibility Criteria

5-Year LLB

General Category:

·       Class 10 pass from a recognised board

·       Candidates need a minimum of 45% in their Class 10 final exam

Backward Class (BC) Category: 

·       Class 10 pass from a recognised board

·       Candidates need a minimum of 42% in their Class 10 final exam

SC / ST Category: 

·       Class 10 pass from a recognised board

·       Candidates need a minimum of 40% in their Class 10 final exam

3-Year LLB

General Category:

·       Graduation pass in any stream in a (10+2+3) format from a recognised college / university

·       Candidates need a minimum of 45% in their Class graduation final exam

Backward Class (BC) Category: 

·       Graduation pass in any stream in a (10+2+3) format from a recognised college / university

·       Candidates need a minimum of 42% in their Class graduation final exam

SC / ST Category: 

·       Graduation pass in any stream in a (10+2+3) format from a recognised college / university

·       Candidates need a minimum of 40% in their Class graduation final exam

LLM

Holding LL.B/B.L 3/5 Year Degree

Also Read: AP LAWCET 2026 Exam Preparation Tips

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Which exam is best for law in Andhra Pradesh?
A: 

The AP LAWCET is best exam for law in Andhra Pradesh. It's made by APSCHE for students who want LLB admission in state colleges. You can join 3-year or 5-year LLB course through this test. The exam check your mind on legal, GK and reasoning. Most top law colleges in Andhra Pradesh take AP LAWCET score for admission.

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:   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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Documents Required to Fill the AP LAWCET / AP PGLCET 2026 Application Form

Before you start the AP LAWCET 2026 or AP PGLCET 2026 registration, make sure you have all your papers ready. You will need your school marksheets, ID proof, and a few other documents for uploading. The entrances are held by APSCHE for students who want to study law courses like 3-year LLB, 5-year LLB, and LLM.

Mandatory Documents for AP LAWCET 2026 Application  
Particulars Documents Tick
Personal Details
  • Aadhaar Card
  • Yes
  • No
Educational Certificates
  • 10th Class (SSC) Marksheet and Certificate.
  • 10th Class (Intermediate) Marksheet and Certificate (or equivalent).
  • Graduation marksheet in case of 3-year LLB
  • Yes
  • No
Category Certificate
  • Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/BC candidates).
  • Income Certificate (if applying under reserved categories)
  • Yes
  • No
Domicile Certificate
  • Proof of Residence (if applicable)
  • Yes
  • No
Other Documents
  • Passport-sized Photograph (recent, in prescribed format).
  • Signature (scanned, in prescribed format)
  • Yes
  • No
Details of Fee Payment
  • Debit/Credit Card or Net Banking credentials
  • Yes
  • No
Optional (if required)
  • Disability Certificate 
  • Yes
  • No

AP LAWCET/ PGLCET Application Correction Window 2026

The APSCHE will open the application correction window after the closing of the AP LAWCET/ PGLCET Application window. The council will start the AP LAWCET/ PGLCET Application Correction Window to help the candidates make changes to the AP LAWCET application form 2026. Candidates must note that the TGCHE will allow for corrections as per the two categories mentioned below.

Category 1 - Candidates who want to make changes in the following 

  • AP LAWCET Branch change,
  • Name of the Candidate, Father’s Name,
  • Date of Birth (as per SSC or Equivalent),
  • Signature & Photograph, and
  • Qualifying Hall Ticket Number (Diploma/Class 10th). 

Category 2 - Candidates who want to correct details or make changes in- Qualifying Examination, Local Area Status, Qualifying Exam, Year of Appearing/ Passing, Non-Minority / Minority, Medium of Instruction in Qualifying Exam, Annual Income of the Parents, Place of Study, Mother’s Name, SSC Hall Ticket Number, Birth State, Birth District Gender, Community Address for Correspondence, Mobile Number E-mail ID, Special Category and Aadhaar Card details. 

AP LAWCET 2026 Application Correction
Corrections Required Documents Required
AP LAWCET branch change   Qualifying Examination Hall Ticket (Class 10th/ Diploma/ Degree)
Name of the Candidate, Father’s Name, Date of Birth (as per SSC or Equivalent) SSC Mark Memo/ Certificate
Intermediate/Class 10th Hall Ticket Number Intermediate or Class 10th mark sheet/ certificate
Signature Scanned copy of signature with specified correct specification
Photograph Scanned copy of the photograph with correct specification
Qualifying Hall Ticket Number (Diploma/Degree) Scanned Copy of Qualifying Examination Hall Ticket (Class 10th/ Diploma/ Degree)

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Important Tips for AP LAWCET/ PGLCET 2026 Application Form

The AP LAWCET/ PGLCET application process becomes easy if candidates follow the important tips as given below.

  • Keep your signature and photograph ready as per the specifications
  • Keep payment details ready (Credit Card/ Debit Card/ Net Banking)
  • Keep education documents ready
  • Check the eligibility criteria before trying to register for AP LAWCET or AP PGLCET.

Filling out the AP LAWCET/PGLCET 2026 application form is a simple process if you follow each step carefully. Candidates must have all the important documents in the right format. We have provided the list that you can tick to not miss out on anything. Submission is successful after making the payment. Direct links to the latest information will be given on this page. In case any candidate has any doubt can comment below.

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