TS LAWCET 2026 Cutoff: Rank Wise College List, Previous Year Cutoff Ranks & Qualifying Marks

Telangana Common Law Entrance Test 2026 ( TSLAWCET )

Rachit Kumar Saxena
Updated on Sep 24, 2026 18:09 IST

By Rachit Kumar Saxena, Manager

TS LAWCET Cutoff 2026: The TS LAWCET exam is a statewide exam conducted annually to select candidates for the 5-year Integrated and 3-year LLB courses offered by the participating universities. The candidates should note that the TS LAWCET Cutoff 2026 will be released based on the TS LAWCET exam. The candidates should note that the TS LAWCET Cutoff 2026 is different for different categories. Candidates who breach the cutoff of their categories are arranged in the form of list based on their marks scored. These candidates are called for the TS LAWCET Counselling. 

Osmania Univesity is the nodal university to conduct the TS LAWCET exam. After the exam, the university releases the TS LAWCET rank/score card to notify the candidates about their result.

The University conducted the TS LAWCET 2026 on May 18 across the state and the final answer key and TS LAWCET result 2026 was released on June 4. Check this page for more information on the TS LAWCET cutoff 2026.

TS LAWCET Participating Colleges 

Download🏫colleges list accepting TS LAWCET score including location, seat intakes, fees (in INR) for 3 & 5 year LLB programs.

Table of contents
  • TS LAWCET Expected Cut Off 2026
  • What is a good score in TS LAWCET 2026?
  • Category-wise TS LAWCET 2026 Qualifying Marks
  • Factors Determining TS LAWCET Cut Off
  • TS LAWCET 2026 Qualifying Marks Vs Admission Cutoff
  • TS LAWCET Previous Year Cutoffs
  • FAQs on TS LAWCET Cut-off
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TS LAWCET Expected Cut Off 2026

Candidates should note that the TS LAWCET Cutoff is not released on the official website, but it is available only to candidates in their rank card. This is the reason we can anticipate the expected cutoff only. The TS LAWCET 2026 Expected Cut off indicates the minimum marks a candidate must score to secure a seat in the law college in the state of Telangana. The cut-off keeps changing every year because it depends on how hard the exam was, how many students wrote it, and how many seats are open in each college.  

Category  Cut-off Rank (Expected)
General / Open Category 180 - 425
SC / ST  950 - 1800

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Q:   What is the TS LAWCET allotment list?
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The TS LAWCET allotment list is a list of candidates who have been shortlisted for counseling based on their rank in the TS LAWCET entrance exam. The allotment list is prepared separately for General/Open category candidates, OBC category candidates, and SC/ST category candidates. Candidates cannot raise objections against the allotment list.

The TS LAWCET allotment list is released by the Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TSCHE), Telangana. Candidates can check their TS LAWCET allotment list on the official website of the TSCHE LAWCET website, lawcet.tsche.ac.in.

Q:   When I should start TSLAWCET preparation?
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Candidates planning to appear for the TSLAWCET exam must start their preparation at least 6 months prior.

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What is a good score in TS LAWCET 2026?

A good score in TS LAWCET 2026 mostly depends on the difficulty level of the exam versus the number of students who appeared for it. Usually, if a candidate scores around 90 to 100 marks out of 120, it’s is considered as a very good score for admission to a top law colleges in Telangana. Getting a score between 70 to 85 marks opens the gateway for admission to a decent law college depending on your category and remaining seats. For General category students, you need higher marks, but SC, ST, and OBC candidates can get admission with a bit lower score.

Your TS LAWCET 2026 Rank is made from your total marks, so even a few marks up or down can change your rank a lot. The more marks you get, the better your chance of getting your favorite law college in counselling. So, if you want a top rank and a seat in a good college through TS LAWCET 2026 counselling, try to score above 90 marks.

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Q:   What is TS LAWCET marking scheme?
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The TSLAWCET marking scheme is- 

  • +1 mark for a correct answer
  • There is no negative marking
Q:   How many colleges accepts TS LAWCET scores?
A: 

8 colleges accepts TS LAWCET score. Check the names of the colleges below.

Post Graduate College of Law, Osmania University Hyderabad

Mahatma Gandhi Law College Hyderabad

Kakatiya University Warangal

Osmania University Hyderabad

Telangana University Telangana

Adarsh Law College Warangal

University College of Law OU

Padala Rama Reddi Law College Hyderabad

 

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Category-wise TS LAWCET 2026 Qualifying Marks

Check out the qualifying marks for the TS LAWCET 2026 exam below. Candidates have to score the category-wise minimum marks as mentioned in the exam.

Category Qualifying Criteria for TS LAWCET Min. Marks in Qualifying exam
General/ OBC 35% marks out of total marks i.e. 42 out of 120 marks
  • Five-year integrated LLB course: 45% marks in class 12th exam
  • Three-year LLB course: 45% marks in the bachelor's degree final year exam
SC/ ST No minimum marks for clearing the examination
  • Five-year integrated LLB course: 40% marks in the class 12th exam
  • Three-year LLB course: 40% marks in the bachelor's degree final year exam

Also Read: Colleges accepting TSLAWCET/ PGLCET Scores/Ranks

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What factors affect the TS LAWCET cutoff?
A: 

Following elements affect the cut off ranks in the entrance exam:

1. Number of candidates taking the exam

2. Number of seats available for admission 

3. The exam difficulty level

4. The overall ranking of a college

Q:   How many marks are required to qualify TS LAWCET for General Category Candidate?
A: 

The minimum score a  General/OBC candidate needs to score is 35% out of the total marks, which means 42 out of 120 marks.

General/ OBC35% marks out of total marks i.e. 42 out of 120 marks
  • Five-year integrated LLB course: 45% marks in class 12th exam
  • Three-year LLB course: 45% marks in the bachelor's degree final year exam
Q:   What is the minimum qualification for LAWCET in Telangana?
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The minimum qualification for TS LAWCET in Telangana changes with the course you pick. If you want the 3-year LLB course, you must complete any graduation from a recognised college. For the 5-year LLB course, you should pass 12th class or Intermediate. You also need the minimum marks required under TS LAWCET eligibility rules.

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University College of Law, Osmania University3
Post Graduate College of Law, Osmania University34
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Kakatiya University112
Padala Rama Reddi Law College149
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Factors Determining TS LAWCET Cut Off

TS LAWCET cutoff depends on many factors. Below are the factors that determine the cut-off for the TS LAWCET exam-

  • The number of candidates who appeared for the exam
  • Number of candidates who qualified for the exam
  • Difficulty level of the paper
  • College preference given by candidates
  • Category of candidates
  • Total seats available for admission

Also Read: TG LAWCET Eligibility Criteria

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Q:   What is the TS LAWCET General Knowledge Syllabus?
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The TS LAWCET General Knowledge and Mental Ability syllabus includes the following subjects.

General Knowledge and Mental Ability

General Awareness about the following subjects -

  • History 
  • Geography 
  • Economics
  • Logical Reasoning 
  • Environmental Science 

Mental Ability part may include - Syllogism, Number and Series, Puzzles, Algebra, Blood relation, and direction-based questions

Q:   Where can I find the TS LAWCET cutoff marks?
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The official TS LAWCET cutoff marks will not be available on a single webpage.  This is because the cutoffs are determined for each counselling round and for each participating college and course. Thus, each college participating in TS LAWCET will release the cutoff marks on its official webiste.

However, you can find the TS LAWCET cutoff marks on the official website of the Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TSCHE) after they declare the results  at lawcet.tsche.ac.in. The cutoffs are generally released separately for each round of counselling.

Q:   When will the TS LAWCET 2026 cut-off be released?
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TS LAWCET 2026 Cutoff will be released after the announcement of TGLAWCET result and the completion of counselling. TGCHE will release the TS LAWCET cutoff on the website.

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TS LAWCET 2026 Qualifying Marks Vs Admission Cutoff

Many candidates make the mistake of considering the TSLAWCET qualifying marks as the admission cutoff. But the two are very different. For instance:

  • The qualifying marks are the minimum marks one needs to secure in the TS LAWCET 2026 exam to qualify in the exam.
  • Note that only such candidates who qualify in the TS LAWCET 2026 exam will get a merit rank and will be eligible to participate in the counseling process.
  • But merely qualifying in the TS LAWCET doesn't guarantee admission or seat allotment.
  • Qualifying candidates need to appear in the counseling process, wherein seats will be allotted based on

          1) TS LAWCET 2026 merit rank and

          2) college options picked during counseling.

  • The last rank for which admission is offered is called the TS LAWCET 2026 cutoff for that particular category and college.
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Q:   How many marks are required to qualify TS LAWCET 2027 for SC/ST candidate?
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For an SC/ST candidate, there is no minimum mark requirement to qualify for the TG LAWCET.

SC/ STNo minimum marks for clearing the examination
  • Five-year integrated LLB course: 40% marks in the class 12th exam
  • Three-year LLB course: 40% marks in the bachelor's degree final year exam
Q:   What is the difference between TGLAWCET qualifying marks and cutoff?
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The TGLAWCET qualifying marks are the minimum marks one needs to secure in the TS LAWCET 2026 exam to qualify in the exam. Whereas, the last rank for which admission is offered is called the TS LAWCET 2026 cutoff for that particular category and college.

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TS LAWCET Previous Year Cutoffs

The range of ranks within which colleges accept admission to 3-year LLB and 5-year LLB courses based on candidates' TS LAWCET 2024 scores has been provided as TS LAWCET 2024 cutoffs here:

TS LAWCET 2024 Cutoff for 3-Year LLB 

Check out the college-wise expected cutoff for TS LAWCET 2024 for 3- year LLB below: 

Colleges Accepting TS LAWCET 2024  Cutoff for 3-year LLB based on Ranks
College List Opening Rank Closing Rank
University Law Colleges, Osmania University 27 41
Post Graduate College of Law, Osmania University 111 129
Kakatiya University, Warangal 216 223
Pendekanti Law College 284 309
Padala Rama Reddi Law College, Hyderaba 478 497
Dr. Ambedkar College of Law, Hyderabad 467 491
Keshav Reddy College of Law, Hyderabad 983 997
Mahatma Gandhi Law College, Hyderabad 990 1005
Ananntha Law College, Hyderabad 1046 1055
K V Ranga Reddy Law College, Hyderabad 1030 1145
Aurora's Legal Sciences Academy, Bandlaguda 1051 1103
Adarsh Law College (ACL Warangal) 1277 1294
Telangana Social Welfare Resedential Law College for Men 1505 1517
Bhaskar Law College, Hyderabad 1888 1902
Aurora's Legal Sciences Academy, Nalgonda 2374 2401
Sultan-Ul-Uloom College of Law 2773 2779

TS LAWCET 2024 Cutoff for 5-Year LLB 

The expected cutoffs for TS LAWCET 2024 for the 5-year LLB course are mentioned below:

Colleges Accepting TS LAWCET 2024  Cutoff for 3-year LLB based on Ranks
College List Opening Rank Closing Rank
University Law Colleges, Osmania University 29 47
Post Graduate College of Law, Osmania University 116 134
Kakatiya University, Warangal 227 239
Pendekanti Law College 290 3117
Padala Rama Reddi Law College, Hyderaba 481 500
Dr. Ambedkar College of Law, Hyderabad 476 499
Keshav Reddy College of Law, Hyderabad 900 997
Mahatma Gandhi Law College, Hyderabad 981 1011
Ananntha Law College, Hyderabad 1044 1059
K V Ranga Reddy Law College, Hyderabad 1030 1145
Aurora's Legal Sciences Academy, Bandlaguda 1054 1111
Adarsh Law College (ACL Warangal) 1269 1286
Telangana Social Welfare Resedential Law College for Men 1500 1520
Bhaskar Law College, Hyderabad 1867 1909
Aurora's Legal Sciences Academy, Nalgonda 2320 2339
Sultan-Ul-Uloom College of Law 2761 2782

TS LAWCET 2023 Cutoff for 3-Year LLB 

Check out the college-wise expected cutoff for TS LAWCET 2023 for 3- year LLB below: 

Colleges Accepting TS LAWCET 2023 Cutoff for 3-year LLB based on Ranks
College List Opening Rank Closing Rank
Dr. BR Ambedkar College of Law, Chikkadpally 1207 2917
Ananntha Law College, Hyderabad 2249 5092
Aurora's Legal Sciences Academy, Bandlaguda 2529 5388
Adarsh Law College (ACL Warangal) 3183 1294
Aurora's Legal Sciences Academy, Nalgonda 2374 7701
University College of Law, Hyderabad 13 0

TS LAWCET 2023 Cutoff for 5-Year LLB 

The expected cutoffs for TS LAWCET 2023 for the 5-year LLB course are mentioned below:

Colleges Accepting TS LAWCET 2023 Cutoff for 3-year LLB based on Ranks 
College List Opening Rank Closing Rank
University College of Law, Osmania University, Hyderabad 28 40
Post Graduate College of Law, Osmania University 77 226
Kakatiya University, Warangal 0 401
Pendekanti Law College 229 97
Dr. Ambedkar College of Law, Hyderabad 476 499
Mahatma Gandhi Law College, Hyderabad 917 1094
Sultan-Ul-Uloom College of Law 3689 3666

Also Read: Colleges accepting TSLAWCET/ PGLCET

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Q:   What after the TS LAWCET seat allotment list?
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After the TS LAWCET seat allotment list is released, candidates whose names appear in the seat allotment list will have to report to the assigned college for verification of original certificate and tution fee receipt. Candidates will have to confirm their seat if they are satisfied with the seat allotment.  

Q:   How many times TSLAWCET is conducted in a year?
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The TS LAWCET (Telangana State Law Common Entrance Test) is conducted once every year. It is a state-level entrance exam organized by Osmania University on behalf of the Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TSCHE) for admission into 3-year and 5-year LLB courses offered by law colleges in Telangana.

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FAQs on TS LAWCET Cut-off

FAQs on TS LAWCET Cut-off

Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for 3-year LLB offered under TG LAWCET 2027?
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Following is the TS LAWCET eligibility criteria -

  • Candidates should have passed garduation in a (10+2+3) format .
  • Candidates who are appearing in the graduation final year are eligible.
  • There is no upper age limit
Q:   Was TS LAWCET tough?
A: 

Many students feel TS LAWCET was not too tough, but it depends on how well you prepared. The exam checks your speed, logic, and law basics. If you studied GK, current affairs, and legal aptitude daily, it feels easier. TS LAWCET exam needs focus and practice, so with right plan you can score good marks easily.

Q:   How to take the TS LAWCET mock test?
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Candidate can attempt the TSLAWCET Mock test through these steps

  • Go to the lawcet.tgche.ac.in 
  • Click on the TG LAWCET 2027 tab. 
  • A new page will open.
  • Click on the Mock Test tab.
  • You will find an auto-filled log in ID and password, and you only need to click on the “Sign In” button to start the mock test.
Q:   Which language will the TS LAWCET 2027 question paper be based on?
A: 

TS LAWCET question paper will be set both in English and Telugu or English and Urdu. Candidates will be given option to choose the language as per their preferences. The Telangana LAWCET exam will comprise the questions majorly from three subjects namely GK & Mental Ability, Current Affairs, and Aptitude for the Study of Law.

Q:   How to prepare effectively for TSLAWCET 2027?
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To prepare for TSLAWCET 2027, candidates must focus on learning regularly, attempt mock test, and solve previous year papers.

Q:   What are the questions asked in TS LAWCET exam?
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In TGCHE LAWCET exam, the questions will be asked from GK, Mental Ability, Current Affairs and Legal Aptitude. Questions from History, Geography, Economics, Logical Reasoning, and Environmental Science will be asked.

Q:   What are the Top Books for TS LAWCET Aptitude for Study of Law?
A: 
The top 3 Books for TS LAWCET Aptitude for the Study of Law Section are:
Book Title and Publication
Bare Acts of Indian Constitution by LexisNexis Butterworths
Legal Aptitude and Legal Reasoning by Andhra Pradesh Bhardwaj
Study guide LLB entrance examination by Arihant
Q:   Is TSLAWCET also held in offline mode?
A: 

No, the TS LAWCET exam is not held in offline mode. It is conducted online as a Computer-Based Test (CBT) at designated exam centers across Telangana. Candidates must use a computer to answer all questions.

Q:   From where can I get previous years' question papers of the TS LAWCET?
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The TS LAWCET 5-year LLB and 3-year LLB previous years' questions are available for download. You can download the question paper using proper credentials and use the document for your effective TSLAWCET exam preparation. Moreover, you can purchase the best books for TS LAWCET preparation to get TS LAWCET previous years' question papers along with answer keys.

Moreover, the best resources for the TS LAWCET preparation also include the following: 

  • TS LAWCET mock test
  • TS LAWCET practice sets and sample papers
  • TS LAWCET section-wise or topic-wise sample questions 

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Answered 3 weeks ago

Yes, the TS LAWCET 2026 Counselling Phase 3 Seat Allotment Result was postponed once. The Seat Allotment result was released on September 27.

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Mamona Gupta

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Answered 3 weeks ago

Osmania University extended the dates for the TS LAWCET 2026 Phase 3 Web Options. The candidates were allowed to fill their web options until September 22.

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Rachit Kumar Saxena

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Answered a month ago

Yes, the TS LAWCET Phase 3 Counselling Registration has started on the official portal of the TG LAWCET Exam 2026: lawcet.tgche.ac.in. The University has released the TS LAWCET 2026 Phase 3 Counselling Registration Link. 

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Aashi Tiwari

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a month ago

Yes, the TS LAWCET 2026 Counselling Round 3 Schedule was released on the official portal. The Round 3 Counselling registration was available from September 15 to 17.

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Manori Malhotra

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a month ago

The Osmania University has released the TS LAWCET Phase 2 seat allotment under the candidates' login.

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Raj Shukla

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a month ago

TS LAWCET web options refer to online choice-filling process. In this phase, qualified candidates select and prioritize their preferred law colleges/ courses for admission.

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Aashish Jha

Contributor-Level 9

Answered a month ago

The TS LAWCET result 2026 was released on June 4, at 4.00 PM. The exam conducting body released the TS LAWCET Rank Card 2026 to notify the result status of the candidate.

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Saakshi Kumar

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 months ago

Yes, a second phase of counselling has started to fill vacant seats. The authority has released the complete schedule for Round 2 counselling.  

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Mayank Kumari

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 months ago

The authority has released TS LAWCET counselling dates for Round 1 as well as Round 2. Round 2 counselling process has started.

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Vikrant Shukla

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

There are approximately 6,512 seats for 3-year LLB and 2,177 seats for 5-year LLB programs across participating law colleges. 

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Satyendra Katarya

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42 Institutes accepting TSLAWCET

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Tilak Road, Hyderabad • Public

Admissions 2026

Nalsar Uni
B.A. LL.B. (Hons.)
  • ₹ 8.25 Lakh
  • 5 years
  • |
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ICFAI Law School

Shankarapalli, Hyderabad • Private

Admissions 2026

ICFAI Law
B.A. LL.B. (Hons.)
  • ₹ 14.00 Lakh
  • 5 years
  • |
  • Full Time
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)
    • ₹ 87,000
    • 3 years
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    • Full Time
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      • 5 years
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