AP PGLCET Counselling 2026 

The AP PGLCET 2026 counselling process is a crucial step in securing admission for the LL.M. programs in the universities and colleges of Andhra Pradesh. Conducted by the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE), the counselling for AP PGLCET 2026 will be carried out mainly through an online process except for the final self-reporting at the allotted colleges. The AP PGLCET counselling process involves a series of stages including registration, document verification, online choice filling (web options), seat allotment, and finally, reporting to the college.

Counselling Registration and Document Upload

• Candidates who clear the AP PGLCET exam need to register online on the official counselling portal (lawcet-sche.aptonline.in/LAWCET).
• During registration, candidates must upload scanned copies of required documents such as marksheets, category certificates, and photo ID proofs.
• AP PGLCET counselling fee is payable during registration, which is generally ?1000 for general category and ?500 for SC/ST categories.

Document Verification

• Document verification is conducted online; however, candidates may need to present original certificates at designated help centres or counselling centres during specified dates.
• Documents verified include academic credentials, caste certificate (if applicable), identity proof, and any other special category certificates.

Web Options Entry

• Registered candidates participate in the online web option entry process where they select preferred colleges and courses.
• This step allows candidates to prioritize their admission choices based on availability and personal preferences.

Seat Allotment

• The allotment of seats is done based on the candidate's rank in AP PGLCET, category reservation, and web options selected.
• The counselling authority releases the seat allotment lists on its official portal.

Self-Reporting and Final Admission

• Candidates who are allotted seats must confirm their admission by self-reporting at the allotted college.
• They must pay the admission fee and complete other admission formalities at the college within the notified time frame.

AP PGLCET 2026 Counselling Schedule (Tentative)

• Registration and document upload: Usually starts soon after the declaration of results (August-September 2026).
• Web options exercise: Following registration (September 2026).
• Seat allotment announcement: Shortly after web options closure.
• Final reporting at the college: After seat allotment (September-October 2026).

Important Documents Required

• AP PGLCET Rank Card
• Qualifying Degree certificates (LL.B.)
• Transfer certificate and conduct certificate from the previous institution
• Caste and income certificates (if applicable)
• Residence and identity proof
• Passport size photographs

Click Here For AP PGLCET 2026 Syllabus

FAQs

Q1: How is the AP PGLCET 2026 counselling conducted?

Ans. AP PGLCET Counselling is predominantly online, involving registration, document upload, web options entry, seat allotment, and self-reporting to the allotted college.

Q2: Is document verification online or offline for AP PGLCET counselling?

Ans. Document verification is conducted online, but original documents must be physically verified at counselling centres or colleges during admission.

Q3: What is the counselling fee for AP PGLCET 2026?

Ans. The AP PGLCET counselling fee is generally ?1000 for the general category and ?500 for SC/ST candidates.

Q4: Can candidates change their college preference after web options submission?

Ans. Candidates have a limited window to edit or change their web options before the final seat allotment process.

Q5: What are the steps after seat allotment in AP PGLCET counselling?

Ans. Candidates must self-report online to confirm admission, pay fees, and report to the allotted college for completing admission formalities.