AP LAWCET 2026 Counselling · Second & Final Phase Dates
Andhra Pradesh Law Common Entrance Test (APLAWCET)
3-year & 5-year LLB admissions in AP universities and private law colleges
AP LAWCET · 2026AP LAWCET 2026 results were declared on 18 May 2026 for 3-year and 5-year LLB admissions. The Commissionerate of Higher Education has published the Second & Final Phase counselling schedule for AP LAWCET / AP PGLCET Admissions 2026 (notification 16 October 2026): registration 26–28 October; online certificate verification 26–29 October; web options 28–30 October; change of web options 31 October; seat allotment 4 November; reporting to the allotted college 5–7 November 2026. Use only the official counselling portal before paying any fee.
Who this guide is for
Use this page if you:
- AP LAWCET 2026 rank holders taking part in the Second & Final Phase of LLB counselling (26 October – 7 November 2026)
- Parents preparing documents for 3-year or 5-year LLB web options
- Candidates comparing LAWCET (LLB) with PGLCET (LLM)
Use a different route if you:
- Candidates seeking LLM — follow AP PGLCET, not LAWCET LLB counselling
- Anyone paying agents for “guaranteed law college” seats
- Candidates without a LAWCET rank seeking direct LLB admission outside Convenor counselling
Quick Overview 2026
| Full Form | Andhra Pradesh Law Common Entrance Test (APLAWCET) |
|---|---|
| Conducting University | SPMVV Tirupati (for APSCHE) |
| Courses | 5-year LLB · 3-year LLB |
| Exam Date | 4 May 2026 |
| Results & Rank Card | 18 May 2026 |
| Counselling Portal (tracked) | lawcet-sche.aptonline.in/LAWCET |
| CET Portal | cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/LAWCET |
| Second & Final Phase | Registration 26–28 Oct · options 28–30 Oct · allotment 4 Nov 2026 |
| Related PG law exam | AP PGLCET (LLM) |
Latest Updates 2026
Second & Final Phase Counselling — Registration 26–28 Oct, Allotment 4 Nov
Commissionerate of Higher Education schedule for AP LAWCET / AP PGLCET Admissions 2026, Second & Final Phase (notification 16.10.2026): registration 26–28 October; online certificate verification 26–29 October; web options 28–30 October; change of web options 31 October; seat allotment 4 November; reporting to the allotted college 5–7 November 2026. The schedule gives dates only — check the counselling portal for fees and who can take part.
AP LAWCET 2026 Results Declared
Results and rank cards released for both 3-year and 5-year LLB streams. Download from the official CET portal.
AP LAWCET 2026 Exam Conducted
Online computer-based test held for 3-year and 5-year LLB programme admissions.
Web Counselling 2026
AP LAWCET counselling fills Convenor-quota seats for 3-year and 5-year LLB programmes in participating Andhra Pradesh law colleges. The usual path is online registration + processing fee, certificate verification, web options (college preferences), seat allotment, then self-reporting and college reporting. Second & Final Phase dates (Commissionerate of Higher Education schedule): registration 26–28 October; online certificate verification 26–29 October; web options 28–30 October; change of web options 31 October; seat allotment 4 November; reporting to the allotted college 5–7 November 2026.
Counselling Steps
- Download LAWCET 2026 result / rank card (done — 18 May 2026)
- Second & Final Phase registration — 26 to 28 October 2026
- Online certificate verification — 26 to 29 October 2026
- Exercise web options for 3-year or 5-year LLB colleges — 28 to 30 October 2026
- Change of web options — 31 October 2026
- Seat allotment — 4 November 2026: download the allotment order
- Report to the allotted college — 5 to 7 November 2026
Documents for Verification
- AP LAWCET 2026 hall ticket and rank card
- SSC / 10th marks memo (DOB proof)
- Intermediate marks memo (5-year LLB) or Degree marks / provisional (3-year LLB)
- Transfer Certificate / Migration as required
- Caste / EWS / PwBD / special category certificates (if claimed)
- Study / residence certificates for local area status
- Aadhaar and passport-size photographs
Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Notification & Application | Feb–Apr 2026 | Done |
| AP LAWCET 2026 Exam | 4 May 2026 | Done |
| Results & Rank Card | 18 May 2026 | Done |
| Second & Final Phase — Notification | 16 October 2026 | Done |
| Second & Final Phase — Registration of Students | 26 – 28 October 2026 | Ongoing |
| Second & Final Phase — Online Certificate Verification | 26 – 29 October 2026 | Ongoing |
| Second & Final Phase — Exercise of Web Options | 28 – 30 October 2026 | Upcoming |
| Second & Final Phase — Change of Web Options | 31 October 2026 | Upcoming |
| Second & Final Phase — Seat Allotment | 4 November 2026 | Upcoming |
| Second & Final Phase — Reporting to College Allotted | 5 – 7 November 2026 | Upcoming |
Eligibility Criteria
5-year LLB: 10+2 / Intermediate with typically 45% marks (relaxation for reserved categories as notified). 3-year LLB: Bachelor’s degree with typically 45% marks (relaxation as notified). Indian nationals must satisfy AP local/non-local rules. Confirm exact percentages in the official booklet / counselling notice.
- 5-year LLB: Intermediate / 10+2 with typically ≥45% (relaxation as notified)
- 3-year LLB: Bachelor’s degree with typically ≥45% (relaxation as notified)
- Valid AP LAWCET 2026 rank for web counselling
- AP local / non-local rules as per counselling notification
- Do not mix LAWCET (LLB) with PGLCET (LLM) preferences
Courses & Admissions
- BA LLB / BBA LLB (5-year)
- LLB (3-year)
Seat Allotment — How Merit Works
- Allotment uses LAWCET rank, category reservation, local area and web-option order
- Separate streams for 3-year and 5-year LLB — choose the correct course type
- Special category verification (CAP / NCC / Sports / PwBD) follows the schedule in the counselling PDF
- Both online self-reporting and physical college reporting are usually required after allotment
AP LAWCET vs AP PGLCET
| Feature | AP LAWCET | AP PGLCET |
|---|---|---|
| Course | 3-year / 5-year LLB | LLM |
| Entry level | 10+2 or graduation | LLB degree |
| Portal family | LAWCET counselling links | Same CET family / PGLCET stream |
After Seat Allotment — Reporting Checklist
- Keep hall ticket number + DOB ready for counselling login
- Finish registration (26–28 Oct) and certificate verification (by 29 Oct) before web options close on 30 October 2026
- Fill web options carefully for the correct LLB course length
- After allotment: download order, self-report online, then report to college with originals
- Pay tuition only at the official college counter
Mistakes to avoid
- Paying counselling fee on a third-party clone before the official PDF is live
- Mixing 3-year and 5-year LLB web options
- Confusing AP LAWCET with TS LAWCET portals
- Missing the short Second & Final Phase windows — registration closes 28 October and web options close 30 October 2026
- Skipping either self-reporting or college reporting after allotment
Official Links
Frequently Asked Questions
What is AP LAWCET 2026?
AP LAWCET (APLAWCET) is the entrance test for admission into 3-year and 5-year LLB programmes in Andhra Pradesh. It was conducted by SPMVV Tirupati on behalf of APSCHE.
When were AP LAWCET 2026 results declared?
Results and rank cards were declared on 18 May 2026 on cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/LAWCET.
When will AP LAWCET 2026 counselling start?
The Second & Final Phase runs from 26 October to 7 November 2026: registration 26–28 October; online certificate verification 26–29 October; web options 28–30 October; change of web options 31 October; seat allotment 4 November; reporting to the allotted college 5–7 November 2026. Confirm on the official counselling portal before paying fees.
What is the difference between 3-year and 5-year LLB in LAWCET?
5-year integrated LLB is typically for Intermediate / 10+2 pass students. 3-year LLB is for graduates. Choose the correct stream in counselling.
Where do I register for counselling?
Use the official link published with the counselling notification — commonly tracked as https://lawcet-sche.aptonline.in/LAWCET and linked from https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/LAWCET/. Prefer APSCHE domains over third-party sites.
How is AP LAWCET different from AP PGLCET?
LAWCET is for LLB (3-year / 5-year). PGLCET is for LLM after LLB. Different eligibility and counselling preferences.
Related AP Entrance Exams
Sources: APSCHE / SPMVV AP LAWCET-2026 Important Dates and CET portal (exam 04 May 2026; results 18 May 2026). Second & Final Phase schedule (Commissionerate of Higher Education, AP LAWCET / AP PGLCET Admissions 2026): State Admission Committee meeting 14.10; notification 16.10; registration 26–28.10; online certificate verification 26–29.10; web options 28–30.10; change of options 31.10; allotment 04.11; reporting 05–07.11.2026. Confirm on https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/LAWCET/ and https://lawcet-sche.aptonline.in/LAWCET. Easy Applications is not affiliated with APSCHE.