The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has started the AP LAWCET Counselling 2026 Phase 1 registration process. Eligible candidates who qualified in AP LAWCET / AP PGLCET 2026 can now register online for admission to 3-year LL.B, 5-year LL.B, and LL.M programmes for the 2026-27 academic year.
Phase 1 registration began on 24 September 2026 and will remain open till 29 September 2026. Candidates must complete the process through the official Common Admissions Portal (CAP).
Official Online Application Links
- Primary portal: cap.apcfss.in
- Alternative: cets.apsche.ap.gov.in
AP LAWCET Counselling 2026 Phase 1 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Phase 1 Registration | 24 September – 29 September 2026 |
| Special Category Verification | 28 September 2026 |
| Online Certificate Verification | 25 September – 2 October 2026 |
| Web Options Entry | 29 September – 2 October 2026 |
| Change of Web Options | 3 October 2026 |
| Phase 1 Seat Allotment | 6 October 2026 |
| Reporting to Allotted College | 7 October – 9 October 2026 |
Counselling Processing Fee
- General / OC / BC candidates: ₹1,050
- SC / ST / PwBD candidates: ₹550
Payment can be made online via UPI, debit/credit card, or net banking.
How to Apply for AP LAWCET Counselling 2026 Phase 1
- Visit the official portal: cap.apcfss.in or cets.apsche.ap.gov.in
- Click on the AP LAWCET / PGLCET 2026 Admissions / Counselling registration link
- Log in using your AP LAWCET Hall Ticket number and Date of Birth
- Complete Aadhaar-based authentication (mandatory)
- Fill in personal, academic, and contact details
- Upload the required certificates in the prescribed format
- Pay the counselling processing fee
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference
Documents Required
- AP LAWCET / PGLCET Hall Ticket and Rank Card
- SSC / Class 10 Marks Memo (Date of Birth proof)
- Intermediate / Class 12 Marks Memo (for 5-year LL.B)
- Degree provisional/original certificate and marks memos (for 3-year LL.B)
- Study certificates (Class 9 onwards)
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Income certificate / EWS certificate (if applicable)
- Residence certificate / Aadhaar
- Special category certificates (PwBD, CAP, NCC, Sports, etc.)
- Passport-size photograph
Eligibility Snapshot
- 3-year LL.B: Graduation with minimum 45% (OC), 42% (BC), 40% (SC/ST)
- 5-year LL.B: Intermediate or equivalent with the same percentage criteria
- Valid AP LAWCET / PGLCET 2026 rank is mandatory
Candidates are advised to complete registration and certificate verification well before the deadline. Only those who complete these steps will be allowed to exercise web options.
Stay updated on the official portals for any changes or further notifications.
AP LAWCET Counselling 2026 [Live]: Phase 1 Registration Date & Apply Online Link Out @cap.apcfss.in FAQs
When did AP LAWCET Counselling 2026 Phase 1 registration start?
Registration started on 24 September 2026 and continues till 29 September 2026.
What is the official website to apply for AP LAWCET Counselling 2026?
Candidates can apply at cap.apcfss.in or cets.apsche.ap.gov.in.
What is the last date for Phase 1 registration?
The last date to register is 29 September 2026.
How much is the counselling processing fee?
₹1,050 for general/OC/BC candidates and ₹550 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
Is Aadhaar authentication mandatory for registration?
Yes, Aadhaar-based authentication is compulsory for candidates applying through the CAP portal.
When can candidates enter web options?
Web options can be exercised from 29 September to 2 October 2026. Changes are allowed on 3 October 2026.
When will the Phase 1 seat allotment result be released?
Seat allotment is scheduled for 6 October 2026.
What documents are required for certificate verification?
Hall ticket, rank card, educational mark sheets, caste/income certificates (if applicable), study certificates, and Aadhaar/residence proof.
When do candidates need to report to the allotted college?
Reporting to the allotted college is scheduled from 7 October to 9 October 2026.
Can special category candidates attend physical verification?
Yes, special category certificate verification is scheduled on 28 September 2026 at the designated centre.