TS LAWCET 2026: Registration (OPEN), Exam Date (May 18), Syllabus, Pattern, Preparation Tips & Result

Telangana Common Law Entrance Test 2026 ( TSLAWCET )

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The Telangana Council of Higher Education will conclude the TG LAWCET 2026 application process on April 1, 2026 (without late fee payment). The application forms were released on February 10, 2026, on the website, lawcet.tgche.ac.in. The TS LAWCET Application process is being managed online. Candidates can fill out the TG LAWCET Application till May 13 (with late fee payment). The TGCHE will conduct the TG LAWCET 2026 Exam on May 18, 2026.

Candidates who fulfil the minimum eligibility requirements can apply for the Telangana LAWCET entrance exam through the official website. The TS LAWCET Exam is conducted by Osmania University on behalf of TGCHE for admission to the 3-Year and 5-Year LLB courses offered in the Colleges of Law, Telangana. It is a state-level exam; candidates who want to pursue law can appear for the TG LAWCET 2026.

Aspirants must follow the TG LAWCET syllabus to prepare for the exam. They can also practice the previous year's questions of TS LAWCET to understand the paper pattern. Go through the page below to know all about the TSLAWCET registrations, dates, admission process, documents required, and other details.

Also Read: How to Fill the TS LAWCET Application Form

Table of contents
  • What is TS LAWCET?
  • TS LAWCET Important Dates and Schedule 2026
  • TS LAWCET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
  • TS LAWCET Application Form 2026
  • TS LAWCET 2026 Highlights
  • TS LAWCET Exam Centres 2026
  • TS LAWCET Syllabus 2026
  • TS LAWCET Exam Pattern 2026
  • TS LAWCET Admit Card 2026
  • TSLAWCET Preparation Tips 2026
  • TS LAWCET Answer Key 2026
  • TS LAWCET 2026 Result
  • TS LAWCET Counselling 2026
  • TS LAWCET 2026 FAQs
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What is TS LAWCET?

Telangana State Common Law Entrance Test (TSLAWCET) is a state-level entrance exam conducted by Osmania University on behalf of the Telangana Council of Higher Education (TSCHE) for admissions to law courses offered by the University College of Law, Osmania University, and other affiliated colleges. It is conducted in the Computer-Based Test mode for a duration of 90 minutes, and the test language is English and Telugu or English or Urdu for both the 5-year LLB and 3-year LLB courses

The TS LAWCET question paper is based on 120 objective-type questions from three sections- GK and Mental Ability, Current Affairs, and Aptitude for the study of Law.

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TS LAWCET Important Dates and Schedule 2026

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

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
01 Apr ' 26

Last Date for Submission of Applications without Late fee

15 Apr ' 26

Last Date for Submission of Applications without Late fee of Rs.500/-

25 Apr ' 26

Last Date for Submission of Applications without Late fee of Rs.1000/-

03 May ' 26 - 08 May ' 26

Application Correction Window

05 May ' 26

Last Date for Submission of Applications without Late fee of Rs.2000/-

10 May ' 26

Last Date for Submission of Applications without Late fee of Rs.4000/-

12 May ' 26

Admit Card

DatesPast Exam Dates
10 Feb ' 26

TS LAWCET Registration 2026 Begins

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TS LAWCET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

The TS LAWCET 2026 eligibility criteria will help decide who can apply for the Telangana State Law Common Entrance Test. Before filling the form, check all details about the TS LAWCET eligibility, education qualification required, and TS LAWCET age criteria carefully.

Eligibility for 3-Year LLB

To apply for TS LAWCET, you need to finish your graduation in any stream from a well-known university. If you belong to the general category, you must have at least 45% marks. For OBC students, the required percentage is 42%, and for SC or ST candidates, it’s 40%. Even if you’re in your final year of graduation, you can still apply for the exam. But you’ll have to show your passing proof before getting admission.

Eligibility for 5-Year Integrated LLB

To apply for TS LAWCET, you should have passed your 10+2 or any equivalent exam from a recognized board. The subjects you studied in intermediate must be the ones accepted by the university. The TS LAWCET eligibility percentage is the same as the 3-year law course

  • 45% for the general category
  • 42% for OBC, and
  • 40% for SC or ST students.

If you’re still waiting for your 10+2 results, you can apply for the exam on a provisional basis.

TS LAWCET Age Criteria

There is no upper age limit for appearing in TS LAWCET 2026. Anyone meeting the educational and percentage criteria can apply. This allows both fresh students and working professionals to pursue law education.

TS LAWCET Nationality and Domicile

To apply for TS LAWCET, you must be an Indian citizen. You also need to meet the local or non-local status rules set by Telangana State education guidelines. Students from other states are allowed to apply too, but local candidates might get more preference when seats are given.

TS LAWCET Eligibility PDF

The official TS LAWCET eligibility PDF will come out on the exam website together with the notification. This PDF will have all the main details like qualification rules, age limit, reservation info, and exam guidelines. You should download it and read it carefully before you start the registration process.

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TS LAWCET Application Form 2026

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The TS LAWCET 2026 application form can be filled online on lawcet.tgche.ac.in. Candidates can apply the eligibility rules. The TS LAWCET 2026 application process is easy and can be accessed online only. You first need to register yourself on the site. After that, fill in all the required details carefully and upload your photo. Then you have to pay the fee to finish the form. Check everything once before you click the final submit, so no problems come later. Below are the steps to fill out the TS LAWCET 2026 application form.

  • Registration and fee payment: You must finish entering the TS LAWCET registration first. After that, pay the application fee to move ahead.
  • Fill the form: While filling the TG LAWCET application form, you need to enter your personal info, study details, and contact number. You also choose your test centre.
  • Upload documents: During the form filling, upload your photo and signature clearly as asked.

Direct Link to Apply for TSLAWCET Exam: lawcet.tgche.ac.in/

Also Check: How to Fill TS LAWCET/PGLCET Application Form 2026 (OPEN): Steps to Apply, Online Link

TS LAWCET Application Fee 2026

You need to pay the TS LAWCET 2026 application fee for LLB courses. The fee must be paid by every candidate to complete the TS LAWCET form process. If you don’t pay, your TS LAWCET 2026 application will not be accepted. So make sure the payment is done properly before the last date ends.

Category 

Application Fee (in INR)

General 900 
SC/ST  600
PwD 600

Admission to the 3-year / 5-year LLB course is based on the rank of TS LAWCET.  Interested candidates need to apply for the exam online. The authority will issue the hall ticket to the registered candidates. Those who qualify in the exam have to participate in the TS LAWCET counselling process for admission to the colleges of law in Telangana.

Also Read: TS LAWCET 2026 Application Correction Window

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TS LAWCET 2026 Highlights

Candidates can check here some key details of TS LAWCET 2026 in the table below:

Particulars

Details

Exam Name

TS LAWCET(Telangana State Law Common Entrance Test)

Exam Frequency

Once a year

Conducting Body

 Osmania University, Hyderabad, on behalf of TGCHE

Exam Mode

Online

Exam Date

May 18, 2026

Exam Duration

1 hour 30 minutes

Test Takers

Approx. 50,000

Accepting Colleges

The course-wise participating colleges are:

  • 3-year LLB - 32 colleges
  • 5-year LLB - 32 colleges
  • 2-year LLM - 30 colleges

To check the complete list of law colleges in Telangana - Click Here

Seat Intake

3-year LLB - 5760 seats

5-year LLB - 2520 seats

LLM - 750 seats

Official Website

lawcet.tgche.ac.in

Also Read: Documents Required to fill TG PGLCET 2026 Form

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TS LAWCET Exam Centres 2026

TS LAWCET 2026 exam centers are spread in many districts in Telangana. You will also find few centers in Andhra Pradesh like Kurnool, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam and Tirupati. It takes place in different zones inside Hyderabad city, North, South East, West and East. Every zone is made for easy access so students can reach their exam place without much trouble.

Hyderabad West Hyderabad North Hyderabad South-East Hyderabad East
Nalgonda Kodad Khammam Karimnagar
Siddipet Sathupally Warangal Nizamabad
Adilabad Narsampet Mahabubnagar Sangareddy
Bhadradri Kothagudem      

Also Check: TS LAWCET Preparation 2026

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TS LAWCET Syllabus 2026

Osmania University releases the TS LAWCET 2026 syllabus online. Candidates can check the syllabus of TS LAWCET to know the important topics for preparation.  The question paper will be based on the TG LAWCET exam syllabus. Find the exam syllabus below:

TS LAWCET 2026 Syllabus - Important Topics, Number of questions

Subjects Number of questions
Important Topics
General Knowledge and Mental Ability 30 questions 
  • Static GK: History, Geography, Polity, Economy (foundational level)
  • Reasoning: analogy, series, directions, coding-decoding, syllogisms, statement-conclusion
  • Basic numerical/analytical ability (as per exam pattern)
Current Affairs 30 questions
  • National and international events
  • Appointments, awards, government schemes, reports
  • Legal and constitutional developments relevant for law candidates
Aptitude for the Study of Law 60 questions 
  • Principle–fact based legal reasoning questions
  • Constitution basics and legal awareness (core concepts)
  • Legal terms and maxims (basic level)
  • Application-based questions on everyday situations and rights/duties

Also Read: TS LAWCET Previous Years Question Papers and Mock Test

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TS LAWCET Exam Pattern 2026

TG LAWCET is a Computer-Based Test (CBT) with only objective-type questions. It mainly checks three big parts —

  • General Knowledge & Mental Ability,
  • Current Affairs,
  • and Aptitude for the Study of Law (also called legal aptitude or legal reasoning).

TSLAWCET Exam Pattern

Duration 90 minutes
No. of Sections 3
No. of Q's 3
Total Marks 120
Marking Scheme 1 mark per question
Language English, Telugu, Urdu

Also Check: TS LAWCET/TG LAWCET 2026 Previous Year Question Papers for 3 & 5 Year LLB

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TS LAWCET Admit Card 2026

Osmania University will release the TS LAWCET 2026 hall ticket online. The admit card will be available for the registered candidates. The authority will activate the TG LAWCET admit card download link on the official website. Candidates have to provide the required credentials to access the admit card. Exam date, time, centre address, and important instructions will be mentioned on the TS LAWCET hall ticket.

Candidates will be able to download the TG LAWCET Admit Card 2026 in the following manner:

  • Visit the website of TGCHE, lawcet.tgche.ac.in.
  • Click on 'Download Hall Ticket'.
  • On the TS LAWCET hall ticket login window, enter the required credentials.
  • Click on the “Download TG LAWCET 2026 Hall Ticket”, and the admit card will appear on the screen.
  • Download and take a prinout.

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TSLAWCET 2026 Contact Information

Convener

Prof. B. Vijayalaxmi
Convener, TG LAWCET & PGLCET–2026,
University College of Law, O.U Campus
Tarnaka, Hyderabad – 500 007,
Telangana State, India

TG LAWCET - 2026 OFFICE

University College of Law, O.U Campus

Tarnaka, Hyderabad - 500 007,

Telangana State, India.

Mobile: +91 9908021100
             +91 7207341100
              +91 9618959728

ON Working Days: 10.30AM to 05.00PM

Email:  lawcet.tgche@gmail.com

Link: Lawcet.tgche.ac.in

Also Check: Colleges accepting TSLAWCET/ PGLCET 2026 Scores/Ranks (Revised): College Wise Seat Intake & Tuition fee

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TSLAWCET Preparation Tips 2026

Candidates looking to appear for the TG LAWCET 2026 Exam must start preparation with a strategy that will help them cover all the aspects. Check some TS LAWCET preparation strategies below.

  • Know the exam syllabus and pattern. 
  • Make a study timetable, distributing equal time to each topic.
  • Get conceptual clarity on the provided syllabus with the help of the recommended books
  • Practice past year questions or a sample paper to get familiar with the exam difficulty level.
  • Regular revision is a must.
  • Cross-check your preparation regularly to ensure better performance on the exam day.

Also Read: TS LAWCET Marks vs Rank 2026

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TS LAWCET Answer Key 2026

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Osmania University will release the TS LAWCET 2026 answer key online. Candidates can download the TS LAWCET answer key pdf using the required credentials. The answer key of TS LAWCET consists of correction options. The final answer key will be released on June 5. The steps to download the TG LAWCET answer key 2026 are mentioned below.

  • Go to the official website - lawcet.tsche.ac.in
  • Click on the "Answer Key" link on the webpage
  • Select the relevant exam (3-year LLB/5-year LLB).
  • Download the answer key PDF.

Also Check: Tips to Crack TS LAWCET 2026 Exam in 2 Months – Preparation Strategy, Books Recommendations

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TS LAWCET 2026 Result

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The authority will announce the TS LAWCET 2026 result online. Candidates can check the result of TS LAWCET 2026 using their hall ticket number and date of birth. TG LAWCET result has the total marks and the rank secured by the candidates. The ways to check the exam result are mentioned below

1. Browse to the lawcet.tgche.ac.in

2. Click on the Result/ Rankcard link here.

3. Enter the following details:

  • Hall ticket number
  • Date of birth 

4. On login, the result would be displayed on the screen.

5. Download the scorecard for future reference.

TSLAWCET Cut-off 2026

Refer to the table below to know the qualifying criteria for the Telangana LAWCET exam:

Category Qualifying Percentage Qualifying Marks
General/ OBC category
35% 
42 marks (out of a total of 120 marks)
SC/ ST/ PWD category
No minimum marks have been prescribed
No minimum marks have been prescribed

TS LAWCET admission cutoff will be released after each round of the counselling process. The TS LAWCET 2026 cut-off will be prepared by considering the following parameters:

  1. The performance of applicants in the TS LAWCET 2026 exam
  2. Total number of candidates applying for admission
  3. The merit ranks of these applicants
  4. Total seat intake
  5. The category under which admission is sought
  6. The popularity of the law college.

Note: The authority releases the cutoff of TS LAWCET 2026 on the official website. There are two types of cutoff: qualifying and admission cutoff. Students whose scores are more than the qualifying cutoff shall pass the exam. 

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TS LAWCET Counselling 2026

Candidates who qualify for the TS LAWCET 2026 can participate in the counselling for admission to the participating institutions. TG LAWCET counselling is done online. Students must register online to participate. The counselling process consists of registration, document verification, web option entry, seat allotment, and reporting to the allotted institute. Follow the steps given below for the TS LAWCET counselling:

  1. TSLAWCET Registration - The eligible candidates will have to register for counseling at the college's website or theTGCHE website, lawcetadm.tgche.ac.in
  2. Document Verification Process - The verification of documents will be conducted at the college allocated to the candidates during the counseling 
  3. Registered Candidates List - Once the candidates confirm their seat at the allocated college, the list of candidates shortlisted during the counselling process will be published on the TGCHE official website
  4. Exercise of Web Options - This step is meant for candidates to select the choice of colleges for admission during the Phase 1 & 2 counselling only. 
  5. Seat Allotment Process- This will be based on the merit of the candidate and the colleges picked at the time of choice filling
  6. Reporting at the Allotted College - Candidates whose names appear in the allotment list will have to visit the institute and confirm their seats by paying the admission fee

TS LAWCET Counselling Documents

Check the details below:

  • TS LAWCET Rank Card
  • School Leaving / Migration Certificate
  • Class 10 and Class 12 Marksheets
  • Employer Certificate
  • Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / PAN Card
  • Passing Certificate of Qualifying Exam
  • Income Certificate (for scholarship or fee concession)
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)

However, for the 3-year LLB course Graduation marksheet will also be required.

Note: Candidates whose one parent or both parents work for an organisation owned by the state or central government will require the employer certificate. However, candidates with a very low family income will require an income certificate for a scholarship or fee concession through the TS LAWCET counselling 2026. 

Also Read: TS LAWCET, PGLCET: 5-year LLB, 3-year LLB & LLM Toppers List, Cut off, Counselling & More

Colleges Accepting TS LAWCET 2026 Scores

The TG LAWCET entrance exam is conducted for admissions to UG law courses offered at affiliated colleges of Telangana universities and other private law colleges. Refer to the table below for the colleges accepting TS LAWCET scores:

List of colleges for TS LAWCET

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

Check here for all about TS LAWCET accepting colleges, including courses, seat intake, and other details.

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TS LAWCET 2026 FAQs

Check the frequently asked questions related to the TS LAWCET 2026 below.

Q:   Do I need to send a printout of the TS LAWCET 2026 application form to exam officials by post?
A: 

No, there is no need to send the application form by post once it is submitted online.

Q:   What is TS LAWCET correction window?
A: 

The TS LAWCET correction window is activated to correct the wrong information filled by the students in the TS LAWCET application form. Here, candidates need to know that they cannot correct all the details they filled out in the application form. Only specific details can be corrected. These details are the following:

  • TS LAWCET branch change  
  • Name of the Candidate, Father’s Name, Date of Birth (as per SSC or Equivalent)
  • Intermediate/Class 12th Hall Ticket Number
  • Signature
  • Photograph
  • Qualifying Hall Ticket Number (Diploma/Degree)
Q:   What are the eligibility criteria for LLM in TS LAWCET?
A: 

The TS LAWCET LLM exam is called the TS PGLCET. The TS PGLCET eligibility criteria are mentioned below:

Educational Qualification
  • Candidates must have obtained a 3-year or 5-year LLB degree or a graduation degree in any stream from a recognised university.
  • Candidates who are appearing for their final year/semester of the LLB course can also apply for TS PGLCET. However, they need their final year marksheet at the time of TS PGLCET counselling.
Minimum Marks in qualifying exam
  • General & OBC: Minimum of 50% marks 
  • SC/ST/PwD: Minimum of 45% marks 
Age Limit
  • There is no age limit to apply for TS PGLCET.
Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for 3-year LLB offered under TG LAWCET 2026?
A: 

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:   What is verified list of eligible registered candidates in TS LAWCET counselling?
A: 

The TGCHE admission cell releases a list of candidates whose application for TSLAWCET counselling is verified and approved. These candidates can further participate in the web-options exercise to choose their preferred college for admission. The candidates whose names does not appear in the verified candidate's list will then have to upload the documents required within the deadline to verify get their candidature verified. 

Q:   What is web-options exercise in TS LAWCET counselling?
A: 

During the web-option exercise, candidates eligible to participate in the counselling and whose documents are verified will have to select the college of their preferences online. The list of colleges accepting the students for admission to 3-year LLB and 5-Year LLB is released by the TS LAWCET admission cell on the official website. The candidates can select atleast three colleges for their admission during the TS LAWCET web -option exercise.

35 Institutes accepting TSLAWCET

Nalsar University of Law

Tilak Road, Hyderabad Public

Nalsar Uni
  • 7.75 Lakh
  • 5 years
  • |
  • Full Time

Dr. Ambedkar College of Law

Hyderabad Public

Dr. Ambedk
    • 87,000
    • 3 years
    • |
    • Full Time

    Woxsen University

    Hyderabad Private

    Woxsen Uni
    • 9.25 Lakh
    • 5 years
    • |
    • Full Time

    Osmania University

    Tarnaka, Hyderabad Public

    Osmania Un
    • 36,810
    • 3 years
    • |
    • Full Time

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