AP LAWCET PGLCET Counselling 2026 Registration Begins; Check Phase 1 Dates

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has started the AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET 2026 Phase 1 counselling registration. The registration window opened on September 24, 2026, and eligible candidates can apply through the Andhra Pradesh Common Admissions Portal at cap.apcfss.in. The counselling process is being conducted for admission to three-year LLB, five-year LLB and two-year LLM programmes for the 2026-27 academic session. The official CAP portal currently displays AP LAWCET/PGLCET 2026 registration as open. Candidates must complete registration and processing-fee payment within the notified deadline. The last date for Phase 1 counselling registration is September 29, 2026.

AP LAWCET PGLCET Counselling 2026: Phase 1 Schedule

The Phase 1 counselling process will continue through registration, certificate verification, web-option entry and seat allotment.

Candidates should complete each stage within the specified window because registration, verification and web-option entry have separate deadlines.

Who Can Apply for AP LAWCET PGLCET Counselling 2026?

Candidates who qualified AP LAWCET 2026 can participate in counselling for the applicable LLB programmes, while AP PGLCET 2026 qualified candidates can participate for LLM admissions. For the three-year LLB, candidates must have a degree or equivalent qualification. The 2026 instruction booklet specifies minimum qualifying marks of 45% for OC candidates, 42% for BC candidates and 40% for SC/ST candidates. For the five-year LLB, candidates must have passed Intermediate or an equivalent examination. The minimum marks specified are 45% for OC, 42% for BC and 40% for SC/ST candidates. For LLM admission, candidates must hold a three-year or five-year LLB/B.L degree and qualify through AP PGLCET. Candidates must also satisfy the applicable Local/Non-Local status requirements for the 2026-27 admission year.

How to Register for AP LAWCET PGLCET Counselling 2026?

Candidates can complete the counselling registration online through the Common Admissions Portal.

1. Visit the official CAP website at cap.apcfss.in.
2. Open the AP LAWCET/PGLCET 2026 admissions section.
3. Complete the required candidate authentication and basic details.
4. Enter the requested academic and personal information.
5. Upload the required certificates in the prescribed format.
6. Pay the applicable counselling processing fee.
7. Submit the registration form.
8. Retain the registration or acknowledgement details for future use.

Current counselling information states that Aadhaar-based authentication is required for direct registration through the CAP portal. Candidates should follow the instructions displayed on the portal while completing registration.

Documents Required for AP LAWCET PGLCET Counselling

Candidates should keep their admission and academic documents ready for the verification process. The currently published counselling information includes documents such as:

1. AP LAWCET or AP PGLCET 2026 rank card
2. AP LAWCET or AP PGLCET 2026 hall ticket
3. SSC/Class 10 certificate
4. Intermediate or qualifying degree marks memo
5. Study certificates
6. Community certificate, where applicable
7. EWS, residence or income certificates, where applicable

The exact document requirements can vary according to the candidate's programme and category. Candidates should check the latest instructions displayed on the CAP portal before uploading documents.

What Happens After AP LAWCET PGLCET Registration?

After registration and certificate verification, eligible candidates can participate in the web-option process. Phase 1 web-option entry is scheduled from September 29 to October 2, 2026. Candidates will be able to enter their preferred colleges and courses during the web-option window. The options selected by candidates form part of the seat-allotment process, along with their rank and applicable admission rules. The Phase 1 seat allotment result is scheduled for October 6, 2026. Candidates allotted seats must follow the subsequent self-reporting and college-reporting instructions between October 7 and October 9, 2026.

AP LAWCET PGLCET Counselling 2026 Official Website

Candidates can access the counselling process through the AP Common Admissions Portal at cap.apcfss.in. The portal currently shows AP LAWCET/PGLCET 2026 registration as open. Candidates should rely on the official portal for any subsequent changes to the counselling schedule, verification instructions or admission process.