Law Admission Counselling Activities Continue Nationwide Through February

National and state-level law admission counselling remains in full swing this February 2026. While the CLAT 2026 third merit list formalities are underway, states like Maharashtra have extended registration deadlines for MHCET Law. This report provides a comprehensive overview of the current seat allotment statuses, upcoming registration windows for TG LAWCET, and the critical documentation required for various Centralized Admission Processes (CAP) across India.

The landscape of legal education in India is currently witnessing a high-intensity phase as counselling activities for the 2026-27 academic session accelerate across various jurisdictions. The Consortium of National Law Universities is actively managing the aftermath of its third provisional allotment list, which was released on February 5. Candidates who secured a spot in this round are now navigating the "Freeze" or "Float" options, with a strict deadline of February 12 to complete their fee payments and document uploads. This national-level counselling process is reaching its zenith, as most top-tier seats in the 25 participating NLUs are being locked in by high-ranking aspirants. Simultaneously, state-level authorities are opening new frontiers for those who missed the national entrance window. The State CET Cell of Maharashtra has recently revised its schedule, extending the registration for the [suspicious link removed] program until February 13, 2026. This extension provides a vital synchronization for graduates who were awaiting their final semester results or were caught in the overlap of other entrance exams.

State-Level Milestones and New Registrations

While the national NLUs are finishing their initial rounds, regional hubs are just beginning their administrative counselling cycles.

• Maharashtra MHCET: The 5-year Integrated LLB registration window is also closing soon, specifically on February 14, 2026. This is the primary synchronization point for high school students in the state.
• Telangana TG LAWCET: The Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE) is set to issue its official admission notification tomorrow, February 8, with the registration portal opening on February 10.
• Andhra Pradesh: The AP LAWCET 2026 cycle is also expected to begin its registration phase by mid-February, adding to the nationwide counselling momentum.

The digital infrastructure used by these state cells allows for a more streamlined Centralized Admission Process (CAP), ensuring that seat vacancies are updated in real-time to prevent seat blocking.

[Image: A map of India with icons on major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Hyderabad, labeled "Active Law Admission Hubs - Feb 2026"]

Documentation and Verification Protocols

A successful transition through any counselling round depends heavily on the candidate’s ability to provide verified digital documents. Most state and national portals now require a "Digital Locker" approach or direct uploads to their secure infrastructure.

The synchronization of these documents across various state portals can be challenging. For instance, candidates participating in both MHCET and TG LAWCET must ensure that their domicile status is clearly defined for each specific counselling authority. Any discrepancy in the uploaded data can lead to immediate disqualification, even if the candidate has a high merit rank.

Conclusion

As the February deadline approaches for multiple registration and counselling windows, students must maintain a high degree of administrative vigilance. The synchronization between national allotment lists and state registration deadlines is designed to provide maximum opportunities, but it requires careful timing. Strengthening one's digital infrastructure by keeping scanned copies of all certificates ready is the best way to avoid last-minute technical failures. Whether it is the final formalities of the CLAT third list or the fresh applications for state CETs, the current counselling phase is the most decisive period for the 2026-27 law admissions cycle. Aspiring lawyers should use this time to finalize their choices, ensuring that their documents and fees are submitted well before the respective February deadlines. The maturity of the current legal education infrastructure ensures a fair process, but the responsibility of timely action remains solely with the candidate.

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