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Anshul Jindal
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New Delhi, Updated on Feb 12, 2026 16:12 IST
APSCHE has announced the AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET 2026 exams. The tests will be held on May 4, 2026, and registration starts on February 12, 2026. Candidates can apply online at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in for admission into LL.B and LL.M programs offered by law colleges in Andhra Pradesh.

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has announced the AP LAWCET 2026 and AP PGLCET 2026 exam dates. Both law entrance exams will be held on May 4, 2026, and the registration process starts from February 12, 2026, at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in.

AP PGLCET/ AP LAWCET Registration

AP PGLCET/ AP LAWCET Registration

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has released the schedule for AP LAWCET 2026 and AP PGLCET 2026. These exams are conducted by Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam, Tirupati, for admission into LL.B (3-year/5-year) and LL.M programs across law colleges in Andhra Pradesh. The online registration for both exams will begin on February 12, 2026, and the exams are scheduled for May 4, 2026.

Important Dates for AP LAWCET & AP PGLCET 2026

Here are the key dates for both AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET 2026 exams.

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

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

March 16, 2026

AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Last date for submission of Online Applications with Late Fee (Rs. 2000) March 20, 2026
AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Last date for submission of Online Applications with Late Fee (Rs. 4000) March 24, 2026
AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Last date for submission of Online Applications with Late Fee (Rs. 10000) March 28, 2026
AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Correction of online application data already submitted by the candidate March 30, 2026
AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Downloading Hall-Tickets April 20, 2026
AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Date of Examination May 4,2026
AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Release of Preliminary Key May 7,2026
AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Last date for receiving Objections on Preliminary Key May 9,2026
AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Results Release May 18,2026

Eligibility Criteria

Check the eligibility before applying for AP LAWCET or AP PGLCET 2026.

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Exam

Course

Qualification

Minimum Marks

AP LAWCET

LL.B (3-Year)

Any bachelor’s degree

45% (40% for SC/ST)

AP LAWCET

LL.B (5-Year)

10+2 or equivalent

45% (40% for SC/ST)

AP PGLCET

LL.M

LL.B or equivalent degree

50% (45% for SC/ST)

No age limit applies for either exam.

Application Fee

The application fee can be paid online using debit/credit card or net banking.

Category

Fee (₹)

General

900

BC

850

SC/ST

800

How to Apply for AP LAWCET & AP PGLCET 2026

  1. Visit cets.apsche.ap.gov.in
  2. Choose AP LAWCET 2026 or AP PGLCET 2026
  3. Click on “Application Form” and register online
  4. Fill in all required details carefully
  5. Upload photo and signature
  6. Pay the application fee
  7. Submit and download the confirmation page

Exam Pattern

Both exams are conducted online in multiple-choice format.

Exam

Sections

Questions

Marks

Duration

AP LAWCET

General Knowledge & Mental Ability, Current Affairs, Aptitude for Law

120

120

90 minutes

AP PGLCET

Jurisprudence, Constitutional Law, Public International Law, Mercantile Law, Labour Law, Crimes & Torts, IPR

120

120

90 minutes

Mode: Online (CBT)

Medium: English and Telugu

Key Highlights
  • Conducting Body: Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam, Tirupati
  • Exam Date: May 4, 2026
  • Registration Start Date: February 12, 2026
  • Courses Offered: LL.B (3-year/5-year) and LL.M
  • Official Website: cets.apsche.ap.gov.in

The AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET 2026 application forms are now available online. With the exams scheduled for May 4, 2026, candidates should complete registration early and prepare according to the official syllabus. These exams open the path to law admissions in top colleges across Andhra Pradesh.

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

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

March 16, 2026

AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Last date for submission of Online Applications with Late Fee (Rs. 2000) March 20, 2026
AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Last date for submission of Online Applications with Late Fee (Rs. 4000) March 24, 2026
AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Last date for submission of Online Applications with Late Fee (Rs. 10000) March 28, 2026
AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Correction of online application data already submitted by the candidate March 30, 2026
AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Downloading Hall-Tickets April 20, 2026
AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Date of Examination May 4,2026
AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Release of Preliminary Key May 7,2026
AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Last date for receiving Objections on Preliminary Key May 9,2026
AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Results Release May 18,2026
Q:   What documents are required while applying for Andhra Pradesh LAWCET 2026?
A:

Applicants of Andhra Pradesh LAWCET 2026 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
Q:   How to apply for Lawcet 2026?
A:

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.

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