AP LAWCET 2026 Registration Begins for 3-Year & 5-Year LLB Courses

Published: Friday, February 13, 2026, 14:14 [IST]

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has officially started the AP LAWCET 2026 Registration process. Candidates seeking admission to 3-Year LLB and 5-Year LLB courses in law colleges across Andhra Pradesh can now apply online through the official website - cets.apsche.ap.gov.in.

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AP LAWCET 2026 Registration Begins; Apply Online at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in

The application window opened on February 12, 2026, and the last date to submit the application form without late fee is March 12, 2026. Candidates who miss the initial deadline can still apply by paying a late fee on March 20, March 24, and March 28, 2026, as per the extended schedule.

The AP LAWCET 2026 examination is scheduled to be conducted on May 4, 2026.

AP LAWCET 2026 - Important Dates

Events	Date
Application Start Date	February 12, 2026
Last Date Without Late Fee	March 12, 2026
Last Dates With Late Fee	March 20, 24 & 28, 2026
Exam Date	May 4, 2026
Mode of Exam	Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Official Website	cets.apsche.ap.gov.in

Candidates are advised to complete the registration well in advance to avoid late fees.

What is AP LAWCET?

The Andhra Pradesh Law Common Entrance Test (AP LAWCET) is a state-level entrance examination conducted for admission into:

3-Year LLB Course (for graduates)
5-Year Integrated LLB Course (for 12th pass candidates)

For candidates seeking admission into LLM (Master of Laws) programmes, they must appear for the AP PGLCET 2026 examination.

Eligibility Criteria

For 3-Year LLB Course:

Candidates must have completed graduation (any discipline) from a recognized university with minimum qualifying marks as prescribed.

For 5-Year LLB Course:

Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognized board.

For LLM (Through AP PGLCET):

Candidates must hold an LLB degree from a recognized institution.

Applicants should carefully review category-wise eligibility conditions mentioned in the official notification.

AP LAWCET 2026 Exam Pattern

Mode: Online (Computer-Based Test)

Type of Questions: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Subjects Covered:

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

Medium: English and Telugu (as applicable)

The exam aims to assess candidates' aptitude and basic knowledge required for legal studies.

How to Apply for AP LAWCET 2026?

Follow these steps to complete the application process:

1. Visit cets.apsche.ap.gov.in

2. Click on the "AP LAWCET 2026 Online Application" link

3. Pay the application fee

4. Fill in personal, academic, and contact details

5. Upload required documents

6. Submit the form and download confirmation receipt

7. Candidates should keep a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.

Why AP LAWCET is Important?

AP LAWCET provides admission to reputed government and private law colleges in Andhra Pradesh. Qualifying this entrance exam is mandatory for pursuing LLB courses in the state. It serves as the gateway for students aspiring to build a career in law, judiciary, corporate legal services, and advocacy.

With the exam scheduled for May 4, 2026, candidates are encouraged to begin their preparation early and stay updated regarding admit card release and exam centre details.