TS LAWCET 2026 seat matrix lists over 18,000 seats across 160+ participating law colleges in Telangana for 3-year LLB and 5-year integrated LLB programs, distributed across OC, BC, SC, ST and EWS categories.
Telangana State Law Common Entrance Test (TS LAWCET) 2026 counselling begins on July 18, 2026. The seat matrix is released by the Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TSCHE) on the official portal. It shows college-wise, category-wise and program-wise seat availability so you can shortlist realistic college options based on your rank and category before submitting your preferences during web-based option entry.
- Total seats expected based on 2025 trends: over 18,000 across all participating colleges
- Programs covered: 3-year LLB (for graduates) and 5-year BA LLB / BBA LLB (for Class 12 passouts)
- Over 160 colleges participate including government, private aided and private unaided institutions
- Reservation: OC 44%, BC 29%, SC 15%, ST 6% with EWS 10% carved from within the OC quota
- Official seat matrix available at lawcetadm.tgche.ac.in from July 18, 2026
| Direct Link to TS LAWCET 2026 Seat Matrix and Counselling Portal (Active) — lawcetadm.tgche.ac.in |
TS LAWCET 2026 Seat Matrix Highlights
The seat matrix for TS LAWCET 2026 is approved by TSCHE and the Bar Council of India. Key details from the expected 2026 seat matrix based on 2025 data are listed below. The official figures are published on the counselling portal when certificate verification begins on July 18, 2026.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TSCHE) |
| Counselling Start Date | July 18, 2026 |
| Programs Admitted | 3-year LLB and 5-year BA LLB / BBA LLB |
| Total Participating Colleges (approx.) | 160+ |
| Expected Total Seats | 18,000+ (based on 2025 trends) |
| Reservation Policy | OC 44%, BC 29%, SC 15%, ST 6%, EWS 10% |
| Official Portal | lawcetadm.tgche.ac.in |
TS LAWCET 2026 Program-Wise Total Seats
TS LAWCET 2026 fills seats in three law programs. The 3-year LLB has the largest seat share and is offered by most participating colleges. The 5-year integrated programs (BA LLB and BBA LLB) are available in select colleges and are open to students who have passed Class 12. All figures below are expected and based on 2025 trends.
| Program | Eligibility | Expected Seats (based on 2025 trends) |
|---|---|---|
| 3-Year LLB | Any graduate (minimum 45% marks) | ~14,500 |
| 5-Year BA LLB | Class 12 pass (minimum 45% marks) | ~2,200 |
| 5-Year BBA LLB | Class 12 pass (minimum 45% marks) | ~1,300 |
| Total | — | ~18,000+ |
For SC and ST students the minimum eligibility at qualifying level is 40% marks. All seats across the three programs follow the same Telangana reservation policy.
TS LAWCET 2026 Category-Wise Seat Distribution
Seats in TS LAWCET 2026 are distributed as per Telangana’s reservation policy. The EWS quota of 10% is carved out from within the OC share and does not reduce BC, SC or ST allocations. Approximate seat counts below are based on the expected total of 18,000+ seats.
| Category | Reservation (%) | Approximate Seats (expected, out of ~18,000) |
|---|---|---|
| Open Category (OC) | 44% | ~7,920 |
| EWS (within OC quota) | 10% of OC seats | ~792 |
| BC-A | 7% | ~1,260 |
| BC-B | 10% | ~1,800 |
| BC-C | 1% | ~180 |
| BC-D | 7% | ~1,260 |
| BC-E | 4% | ~720 |
| SC | 15% | ~2,700 |
| ST | 6% | ~1,080 |
In addition to vertical reservations, the following horizontal reservations are applied across all categories:
- Physically Challenged (PH): 3% of seats in each category per college
- NCC / Sports / CAP (ex-servicemen dependents): 1 seat per 50 intake in each college, spread across categories
TS LAWCET 2026 College-Type Wise Seat Availability
Colleges participating in TS LAWCET 2026 are classified as government, private aided and private unaided. Government colleges are the most competitive — they have the lowest fees and the highest cut-off ranks. Private unaided colleges account for the bulk of total seats. Fee ranges are indicative and based on 2025 data.
| College Type | Approx. Colleges | Expected Total Seats | Indicative Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government Law Colleges | 10–12 | ~1,200 | Rs. 3,000 – Rs. 10,000 |
| Private Aided Law Colleges | 15–20 | ~2,500 | Rs. 10,000 – Rs. 35,000 |
| Private Unaided Law Colleges | 130+ | ~14,300+ | Rs. 30,000 – Rs. 1,50,000+ |
| Total | 160+ | ~18,000+ | — |
Some prominent government and aided law colleges in the TS LAWCET 2026 seat matrix include:
- University College of Law, Osmania University — Hyderabad
- College of Law, Kakatiya University — Warangal
- Nagarjuna Government College of Law — Nalgonda
- Government Law College — Mahabubnagar
- University College of Law, Telangana University — Nizamabad
The full list of participating colleges with individual seat intake is published at lawcetadm.tgche.ac.in once counselling opens on July 18, 2026.
How to Check TS LAWCET 2026 Seat Availability Online
You can view college-wise and category-wise seat availability directly on the official counselling portal. Follow these steps:
- Visit lawcetadm.tgche.ac.in
- Click Seat Matrix or College Wise Seats on the home page
- Select the program type: 3-year LLB or 5-year BA LLB / BBA LLB
- Filter by college type (government / aided / unaided) or search by college name
- The portal displays total seats, category-wise seats and currently available seats for each college
- Note or download seat details for colleges you plan to add to your option entry list
Seat availability is updated after every counselling round. Check before each round to see which seats remain open in your preferred colleges.
TS LAWCET 2026 Seat Matrix FAQs
Ques. How many total seats are available in TS LAWCET 2026?
Ans. Based on 2025 trends, TS LAWCET 2026 is expected to offer over 18,000 seats across 160+ law colleges in Telangana. The exact official figure is published on lawcetadm.tgche.ac.in when counselling begins on July 18, 2026.
Ques. What is the category-wise seat reservation in TS LAWCET 2026?
Ans. Seats are reserved as: OC 44%, BC total 29% (BC-A 7%, BC-B 10%, BC-C 1%, BC-D 7%, BC-E 4%), SC 15% and ST 6%. EWS students receive 10% of the OC seat share, carved from within the OC quota without reducing BC, SC or ST percentages.
Ques. Does TS LAWCET 2026 cover both 3-year and 5-year LLB programs?
Ans. Yes. TS LAWCET 2026 fills seats in 3-year LLB (for graduates), 5-year BA LLB and 5-year BBA LLB (for Class 12 passouts). The 3-year LLB accounts for the largest share of total seats, approximately 14,500 out of 18,000+ expected seats.
Ques. Where can I find the TS LAWCET 2026 college-wise seat matrix?
Ans. The college-wise seat matrix is available on the official portal lawcetadm.tgche.ac.in. It is published at the start of certificate verification and updated after each counselling round to reflect current seat availability.
Ques. Are there horizontal reservations in TS LAWCET 2026 in addition to category reservations?
Ans. Yes. Horizontal reservations include 3% for Physically Challenged (PH) students applied across all categories and 1 seat per 50 intake for NCC, Sports and CAP (ex-servicemen dependents) in each participating college. These apply in addition to the vertical OC, BC, SC and ST reservations.
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