AP LAWCET 2026 counselling registration is open on cets.apsche.ap.gov.in, and students must complete online registration, fee payment, certificate upload, and web options entry to secure a seat in law colleges across Andhra Pradesh.

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) conducts AP LAWCET 2026 counselling for admission to 3-year LLB and 5-year LLB programmes. The entire process is online through the official APSCHE counselling portal. Students who qualified AP LAWCET 2026 with the minimum required marks must register within the specified window, pay the processing fee, upload documents, and lock their college-course preferences to be considered for seat allotment.

  • AP LAWCET 2026 counselling registration begins July 12, 2026 at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/LAWCET/.
  • Registration fee is Rs. 1,000 for General and BC students and Rs. 500 for SC/ST students.
  • General category students need a minimum of 42 marks out of 120 to be eligible; SC/ST students have no minimum requirement.
  • Web options (choice filling) must be locked before the deadline to be considered for seat allotment.
  • Round 1 seat allotment is expected in August 2026, based on rank, category, and web options entered.
Direct Link — AP LAWCET 2026 Counselling Registration on cets.apsche.ap.gov.in (OPEN)

AP LAWCET 2026 Counselling Schedule

APSCHE releases the official AP LAWCET 2026 counselling schedule after result declaration. The expected dates for each phase are listed below. Students must monitor cets.apsche.ap.gov.in for the confirmed notification and any updates.

Event Expected Dates (Tentative)
Counselling Notification Release July 2026
Online Registration and Fee Payment July 12, 2026 onwards
Certificate Upload July 2026
Certificate Verification July to August 2026
Web Options Entry (Choice Filling) July to August 2026
Round 1 Seat Allotment August 2026
Self-Reporting at Allotted College August to September 2026

How to Register for AP LAWCET 2026 Counselling

The AP LAWCET 2026 counselling registration is completely online. Follow the steps below on cets.apsche.ap.gov.in to complete your registration without error.

  1. Visit the official portal — Open cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/LAWCET/ and click the AP LAWCET 2026 counselling registration link.
  2. Log in with your credentials — Enter your AP LAWCET 2026 Hall Ticket number and date of birth to access the registration page.
  3. Pay the registration fee — Pay online using a debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI. General and BC students pay Rs. 1,000; SC/ST students pay Rs. 500.
  4. Upload scanned documents — Upload clear scanned copies of all required certificates in the format and size specified in the official notification.
  5. Complete certificate verification — Certificate verification is online for most students. Students under NCC, Sports, CAP, or PwD categories must attend physical verification at a designated help-line centre.
  6. Fill web options — Log in to the portal and enter your preferred colleges and courses in order of preference. Enter as many options as possible to improve your chances.
  7. Lock your web options — Review all preferences carefully and click Lock before the deadline. Choices that are not locked will not be considered for seat allotment.
  8. Download the allotment order — After seat allotment, log in to check your allotment and download the allotment letter for reporting to the college.

Documents Required for AP LAWCET 2026 Counselling

Students must upload scanned copies of all required documents during online registration. For physical verification (where applicable), carry originals along with one set of self-attested photocopies. Missing even one document can lead to cancellation of the allotted seat.

Document Purpose
AP LAWCET 2026 Rank Card Mandatory at all stages of counselling
AP LAWCET 2026 Hall Ticket / Admit Card Identity and exam verification
SSC (Class 10) Marks Memo Date of birth and schooling record
Intermediate / Class 12 Marks Sheet Required for 5-year LLB admission
Degree Marks Sheets (all semesters) Required for 3-year LLB admission
Degree Provisional / Passing Certificate Proof of graduation
Study Certificate (Class 6 to Degree level) Local and non-local status determination
Transfer Certificate (TC) School and college record
Caste Certificate (SC/ST/BC where applicable) Reservation benefits
Income Certificate (issued after January 1, 2026) Fee reimbursement and EWS/OBC claims
Aadhaar Card Government-issued identity proof
Residence / Domicile Certificate Andhra Pradesh domicile proof
Passport-size Photographs (6 copies) All stages of counselling and college reporting

Important: Income certificates must be dated after January 1, 2026 to be accepted for fee reimbursement or OBC/EWS benefit claims during AP LAWCET 2026 counselling.


AP LAWCET 2026 Counselling Registration Fee

Students pay the non-refundable counselling processing fee online during the first step of registration. The fee amount differs by category as shown below.

Category Counselling Registration Fee
General / OBC / BC Rs. 1,000
SC / ST Rs. 500

Accepted payment modes include debit card, credit card, net banking, and UPI. The registration fee is non-refundable once paid, so verify all your details before completing the transaction on cets.apsche.ap.gov.in.


How to Fill Web Options for AP LAWCET 2026

Web options is the college and course choice-filling stage in AP LAWCET 2026 counselling. Seat allotment is based on your rank, reservation category, and the preferences you lock before the deadline. Follow the steps below to fill web options correctly.

  1. Log in to cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/LAWCET/ using your registration number and the password set during registration.
  2. Enter the OTP sent to your registered mobile number to verify your identity.
  3. Browse the list of participating law colleges in Andhra Pradesh offering 3-year LLB or 5-year LLB programmes.
  4. Add your preferred colleges and courses in order of priority, with your top choice listed first.
  5. Enter the maximum number of options possible to increase your chances of getting a preferred seat.
  6. Review all your choices carefully before submitting.
  7. Click Lock to finalise your web options before the deadline.
  8. Download and save a copy of your locked web options for future reference.

Students who do not lock their web options before the deadline will not be considered for AP LAWCET 2026 seat allotment. Web options cannot be edited after the locking window closes.

AP LAWCET 2026 Counselling Registration FAQs

Ques. When does AP LAWCET 2026 counselling registration begin?

Ans. AP LAWCET 2026 counselling registration begins on July 12, 2026 at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/LAWCET/. Students should monitor the official APSCHE portal for any changes to the schedule.

Ques. What is the AP LAWCET 2026 counselling registration fee?

Ans. The counselling registration fee is Rs. 1,000 for General and BC students and Rs. 500 for SC/ST students. The fee is paid online and is non-refundable once submitted.

Ques. What is the minimum score needed to register for AP LAWCET 2026 counselling?

Ans. General category students must have scored at least 42 marks out of 120 in AP LAWCET 2026 to be eligible for counselling. SC/ST students are eligible regardless of marks scored.

Ques. Is physical document verification required for AP LAWCET 2026 counselling?

Ans. Document verification is done online for most students. However, students under NCC, Sports, CAP, and PwD categories must attend physical verification at a designated help-line centre with original documents.

Ques. What happens if I forget to lock my web options in AP LAWCET 2026 counselling?

Ans. If you do not lock your web options before the deadline, your choices will not be considered for AP LAWCET 2026 seat allotment. Locking is mandatory and the window cannot be reopened after it closes.

Ques. How many web options should I fill in AP LAWCET 2026 counselling?

Ans. There is no restriction on the number of web options you can enter. APSCHE advises students to fill the maximum number of options possible, listing all preferred colleges and courses to improve their chances of getting a seat in the allotment process.