AP LAWCET Application Form 2026: How to Apply, Fees, Documents Required

Andhra Pradesh Law Common Entrance Test 2026 ( APLAWCET )

Anupama Mehra
Updated on Jun 13, 2026 20:03 IST

By Anupama Mehra, Assistant Manager – Content

Overview

AP LAWCET Application Process 2027 - The AP LAWCET registration 2027 will commence tentatively in first week of February 2027. Only candidates who will apply for exam before the last date, will be able to appear for the exam. The AP LAWCET 2026 form correction facility will be provided at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/LAWCET. The AP LAWCET exam will be held tentatively in first week of May 2027, in online mode at designated exam centres. Check all key details related to the AP LAWCET application process 2027 below, including steps for AP LAWCET registration 2027, fee payment, and form submission. 

Table of contents
  • How to apply for AP LAWCET 2027?
  • APLAWCET Exam Dates & Schedule 2026
  • Documents Required for AP LAWCET 2027 Application Form
  • Important Instructions While Filling AP LAWCET 2027 Application Form
  • AP LAWCET Application Fee 2027
  • AP LAWCET 2027 Application Correction
  • AP LAWCET 2027 FAQs
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How to apply for AP LAWCET 2027?

The Andhra Pradesh Law Common Entrance Test Application process will be conducted in online. Candidates can check below to know how to apply for the AP LAWCET 2027 exam.

Registration and Fee Payment 

The application process begins with the fee payment. Candidates need to visit the website and click on "Eligibility Criteria and Fee Payment. The given details are required to enter during registration.

  • Qualifying Examination Hall Ticket Number
  • Name
  • Mobile number and email id
  • Date of Birth
  • Select the entrance exam: LAWCET- 5 Years, LAWCET- 3 Years, or PGLCET 
  • Select the payment option. Online payment can be made using Credit Card/ Debit Card/ Net Banking. 

Also Read: How to fill AP LAWCET/ PGLCET 2027 Application Form?

Filling the Online Application Form

Candidates can apply for 5-year LLB and 3-year LLB courses offered through AP LAWCET 2027 by visiting the website of APSCHE, cets.apsche.ap.gov.in

  • Candidate’s Details: It includes entering the candidate’s name, date of birth, gender, mother’s name, and father’s name.
  • Qualifying Exam: Candidates need to specify their qualification (LLB/ Degree in any other stream/ class 12th) and enter the hall ticket number of the qualifying exam, and the place of study.
  • Entrance Exam: Candidates need to select the law entrance exam - LAWCET- 5-Years/ LAWCET- 3 Years.
  • Photo and Signature: Candidates need to upload their photograph and signature.
  • Regional Centre for Test: In this column, candidates need to select the preferred AP LAWCET exam centre from the drop-down list.
  • Category: Here, candidates need to select a category that they belong to according to their Caste certificate - OC/ BC-A/ BC-B/ BC-C/ BC-D/ BC-E/ SC/ ST. Also, any candidate belonging to the special category (NCC/ CAP/ Sports) needs to select the appropriate category.
  • 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

  • Minority/ Non-Minority: If belonging to any minority category (such as SC/ ST/ OBC) need to click the “Minority” button, and candidates belonging to the non-minority group (General category students) need to click the “Non-minority” button.
  • Address: Enter the permanent address, as well as the current address
  • Class 10th details: Candidates need to fill their class 10th details such as board, hall ticket number, month and year of passing, and place of study.
  • If Physically Challenged: select If you have any kind of physical disability, such as Visual Handicapped/ Hearing Impaired/ Ortho Handicapped.
  • Class 12th details: candidates need to fill their class 12th details, including board name, hall ticket number, month and year of passing, as well as the place of study.
  • 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.

Form Submission

  • After filling the application form, candidates need to submit it online.
  • 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 2027 will be complete.  
  • Candidates are advised to download the submitted application form and get printouts of the same for future reference.
    Direct Link for APLAWCET Application Form 2027 cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/LAWCET/LAWCET/LAWCET_HomePage

Also Read: AP LAWCET 2027 Exam Pattern

AP LAWCET Eligibility Criteria 2027

Before filling out the AP LAWCET application form 2027 for the three-year LLB or five-year LLB course, candidates must know the eligibility criteria for the entrance exam for their respective programme. Check out the AP LAWCET 2027 eligibility criteria below.

AP LAWCET Eligibility Criteria for 5-year LLB
  • Candidates must have Indian citizenship. 
  • They must have an intermediate degree in (10+2) education format from any recognised state or national education board.
  • SC / ST candidates must have 40% in their intermediate exam
  • General category candidates must have 45% in their intermediate exam
AP LAWCET Eligibility Criteria for 3-year LLB
  • Candidates must have Indian citizenship. 
  • They must have a graduation degree in (10+2+3) education format from any recognised state or national university
  • SC / ST candidates must have 40% in their graduation exam
  • General category candidates must have 45% in their graduation exam

Also Read: Top Law Colleges in Maharashtra Accepting MH CET Law 2027 Scores

 
 
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Q:   What documents are required while applying for Andhra Pradesh LAWCET?
A: 

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
Q:   How do I know the application status of Andhra Pradesh LAWCET?
A: 

The application fee payment status as well as the form submission status are shared with the candidates at the time of fee payment and form-filling to help them check the status of their Andhra Pradesh LAWCET 2027 application. For this, the message will be displayed on the screen as well as sent to the registered mobile number and email address. Moreover, candidates can log in using their application number and password to check their status. 

 

APLAWCET Exam Dates & Schedule 2026

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

DatesPast Exam Dates
18 May ' 26

AP LAWCET Result 2026

07 May ' 26

AP LAWCET Preliminary Answer Key 2026

07 May ' 26 - 09 May ' 26

AP LAWCET Answer Key Objection Window 2026

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Documents Required for AP LAWCET 2027 Application Form

Candidates filling the AP LAWCET 2027 application form must keep the following documents ready:

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 

Documents

  • Format: PDF
  • Size: 10kb to 500kb

After upload done, your AP LAWCET 2027 application form will show “Documents Uploaded Successfully.” Keep a copy of the confirmation page for record.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How many marks to get a free seat in Andhra Pradesh LAWCET?
A: 

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 documents are required for Andhra Pradesh LAWCET application?
A: 

You need few papers for LAWCET 2027 form. Keep your 10th and 12th marksheets ready. Also, degree certificate if you done graduation. Have passport photo, signature scan, and valid ID proof like Aadhaar or PAN. Caste or income certificate if apply under reservation. Make sure all docs clear, correct before upload in LAWCET 2027 application.

Q:   Is the Aadhaar card necessary for APLAWCET registration?
A: 

For APLAWCET 2027, Aadhaar card is not fully required. You can still fill form using other ID details like your exam hall ticket number, date of birth and few personal info. These details enough for completing APLAWCET 2027 application on official website cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. Always check your information before final submit so no mistake happen later.

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Important Instructions While Filling AP LAWCET 2027 Application Form

Candidates must follow the below instructions while filling the AP LAWCET application form 2027:

  • Cross-check all the information filled in AP LAWCET application form before submitting the form.
  • Once submitted, the form cannot be edited. Create a new login ID, fill the form and pay the fee again.
  • Save a copy of AP LAWCET application fee receipt slip for future reference.
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AP LAWCET Application Fee 2027

AP LAWCET 2027 fee changes based on what category a candidate belong. The fee can’t be refunded once paid. You need to pay it online only, using credit card, debit card, net banking, or AP/TS online centers. Below table show the AP LAWCET 2027 application fee for each category.

Category

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

Application Fee for LLM (AP PGLCET)

Open/General

INR 900

INR 1,000

OBC

INR 850

INR 950

SC/ST

INR 800

INR 900

Make sure the payment done before last date, else form not accepted. Fee once submit cannot be changed or returned.

Also Read: How to fill AP LAWCET/ PGLCET 2027 Application Form: Steps, Fee Details, Eligibility Criteria

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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

March 20, 2026 (Extended)

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

March 24, 2026

AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Last date for submission of Online Applications with Late Fee (Rs. 2000)March 28, 2026
AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Last date for submission of Online Applications with Late Fee (Rs. 4000)April 1, 2026
AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Last date for submission of Online Applications with Late Fee (Rs. 10000)April 6, 2026
AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Correction of online application data already submitted by the candidateApril 8, 2026
Q:   How much fee for APLAWCET exam 2026?
A: 

For APLAWCET 2026, fee amount depends on your category. General and OBC students need to pay around ₹900. For SC and ST candidates, fee is ₹850. You can pay online using debit card, credit card or net banking while filling APLAWCET 2026 application form. Always check official site cets.apsche.ap.gov.in for the latest updates.

Q:   What is the application fee for Lawcet 2026 in Andhra Pradesh?
A: 

For LAWCET 2026 in Andhra Pradesh, fee amount depends on your category. General and OBC candidates need to pay around ₹900. For SC and ST students, fee is about ₹850. Payment can be done online using debit card, credit card, or net banking. Always check official Andhra Pradesh LAWCET 2026 notice for updated fee details.

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AP LAWCET 2027 Application Correction

The AP LAWCET application correction 2027 facility will open tentatively in second week of April 2027. These details are required to access the correction window:  The APLAWCET 2027 applicants will be allowed to be edited as per these two categories: 

Category 1 - Candidates who want to change/ correct details regarding - 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 12th). 

Category 2 - Candidates who want to correct details including, 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. 

Changes/ Corrections Required

Documents Required

AP LAWCET branch change  

Qualifying Examination Hall Ticket (Class 12th/ Diploma/ Degree)

Name of the Candidate, Father’s Name, Date of Birth (as per SSC or Equivalent)

SSC Mark Memo/ Certificate

Intermediate/Class 12th Hall Ticket Number

Intermediate or Class 12th mark sheet/ certificate

Signature

Send a scanned copy of the signature as per the correct specification

Photograph

Send a scanned copy of the photograph as per the correct specification

Qualifying Hall Ticket Number (Diploma/Degree)

Scanned Copy of Qualifying Examination Hall Ticket (Class 12th/ Diploma/ Degree)

AP LAWCET Correction Window 2027 Direct Link CLICK HERE

Read More: AP LAWCET Question Paper 2027

 
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Q:   How do I edit an APLAWCET application form?
A: 

To edit APLAWCET application form, you just login on APSCHE official site. Use your payment ID, registration number, hall ticket number and date of birth. After login, click on “Fill Application” link. Edit option open only for short time after form close. So check early and make sure all details right before final submit.

Q:   How can I correct my mistake in the APLAWCET application form?
A: 

If you made mistake in APLAWCET form, you can fix it during correction time. Enter login with your details on exam portal. Click on “Application Correction” link. Only few fields can be changed, so check carefully before saving your registration form again.

Q:   Can a photo be changed in the APLAWCET correction window?
A: 

Yes, you can change photo in APLAWCET correction time but not straight from online portal. As per Andhra Pradesh LAWCET rules, photo and signature come under Category 1 changes. For that, you must send formal request with proof to exam authority. They check and update your APLAWCET 2026 application if everything correct.

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AP LAWCET 2027 FAQs

AP LAWCET 2027 FAQs

Q:   How many seats are in Andhra Pradesh LAWCET 2026?
A: 

AP LAWCET 2026 offer many seats for law courses in Andhra Pradesh colleges. Around 8,000 seats are available for 3-year LLB and near 3,000 seats for 5-year LLB programs. The number can change little every year based on college approval and seat intake. Always check official Andhra Pradesh LAWCET 2026 notice for final seat count.

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

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:   How can I prepare for Andhra Pradesh LAWCET?
A: 

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 APLAWCET only for Andhra Pradesh students?
A: 

AP LAWCET mainly meant for students from Andhra Pradesh. Candidates should be local or non-local residents of the state. Those whose parents are domicile holders or studied in Andhra Pradesh also can apply. Non-residents allowed too, but they must follow certain rules and conditions. 

Q:   Is Andhra Pradesh LAWCET registration date extended?
A: 

Yes, the AP LAWCET registration date without late fee payment was extended till March 20, 2026. Due to the extension of this date, the late fee payment dates have been further postponed. Find the complete schedule here at: https://www.shiksha.com/law/aplawcet-exam-dates 

Q:   What is the procedure to fill the APLAWCET form?
A: 

To fill AP LAWCET form, first visit official site of Osmania University. Pay fee online and check payment done. Then fill details like name, study info, and exam center. Upload photo, sign, and submit form. Always check before final submit. Print copy for record. 

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

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. 

Q:   Which are the best books for Andhra Pradesh LAWCET preparation?
A: 

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.

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

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.

Q:   What is the syllabus for Andhra Pradesh LAWCET?
A: 

The syllabus for APLAWCET covers the following three important sections-

  • Aptitude for the Study of Law
  • Current Affairs and Mental Ability
  • General Knowledge
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