TS LAWCET 2027 Notification Released: Exam Dates, Eligibility and How to Apply

TS LAWCET 2027 is conducted by Osmania University on behalf of TGCHE (Telangana State Council of Higher Education). It is the single gateway for admission to 3-year LLB and 5-year LLB (BA LLB and BBA LLB) programmes across all government, aided, and private unaided law colleges in Telangana. The exam is held in fully online, computer-based mode.

• No age limit applies for TS LAWCET 2027 admission.
• Qualifying score: 35% (minimum 42 out of 120 marks) for General, OBC, and EWS candidates.
• Application fee: INR 800 for General and OBC. INR 500 for SC and ST candidates.
• Final-year graduation students may apply for the 3-year LLB. They must pass before the counselling round.
• Foreign nationals, NRIs, and PIOs are not eligible for TS LAWCET 2027.
• Seat allotment is done through centralised counselling by TGCHE at lawcetadm.tgche.ac.in. The college does not run its own counselling.

TS LAWCET 2027 Official Portal: lawcet.tgche.ac.in

TS LAWCET 2027 Important Dates

The TS LAWCET 2027 notification was released on October 23, 2026. Specific application and exam dates are yet to be announced. Dates below are projected based on the 2026 cycle. Always confirm at lawcet.tgche.ac.in.

As per Collegedunia Reviews students found that the TS LAWCET registration window typically stays open for nearly three months. Candidates who applied early avoided the late fee and had more time to prepare documents without rushing.

TS LAWCET 2027 Eligibility Criteria

TS LAWCET 2027 is open to two groups of applicants. Graduates who want to pursue the 3-year LLB and Class 12 pass candidates who want the integrated 5-year BA LLB or BBA LLB. Minimum percentage requirements differ by category.

TS LAWCET 2027 Eligibility for 3-Year LLB

TS LAWCET 2027 Eligibility for 5-Year LLB (BA LLB and BBA LLB)

• A score of 44.5% is treated as 45% for General category candidates.
• A score of 41.5% is treated as 42% for OBC candidates.
• A score of 39.5% is treated as 40% for SC and ST candidates.
• Candidates must be local candidates of Telangana state as per TGCHE norms. Study certificates from Class 6 onwards are needed to prove local area status.

Key Insight: OBC candidates in Telangana are classified under BC-A, BC-B, BC-C, BC-D, and BC-E sub-categories. Each sub-category has a separate reservation percentage. Confirm your correct sub-category certificate before applying. An incorrect category in the form can affect your seat during counselling.

TS LAWCET 2027 Exam Pattern

TS LAWCET 2027 is a computer-based test with 120 objective-type questions and a total duration of 90 minutes. There is no negative marking. The same paper applies to both 3-year LLB and 5-year LLB admission.

• Each correct answer earns 1 mark. Wrong or skipped answers earn zero marks.
• Exam medium: English, Telugu, and Urdu.
• Qualifying marks: 42 out of 120 (35%) for General, OBC, and EWS candidates.
• SC and ST candidates have no mandatory qualifying marks threshold for rank eligibility (Tentative - verify from 2027 official notification).
• The Aptitude for the Study of Law section carries the highest weight at 60 marks. Focus here for maximum rank improvement.

As per Collegedunia Reviews candidates consistently noted that the Aptitude for the Study of Law section is the most decisive. Scoring well in that section’s 60 marks separates top rankers from those who barely qualify.

How to Apply for TS LAWCET 2027

TS LAWCET 2027 registration is fully online at lawcet.tgche.ac.in. Candidates must complete registration, fill the application, upload documents, and pay the fee before the deadline to avoid late charges.

TS LAWCET 2027 Step-by-Step Application Process

1. Visit lawcet.tgche.ac.in and click on the TS LAWCET 2027 application link.
2. Register using a valid mobile number and email ID to create login credentials.
3. Log in and fill in personal, academic, and category details in the form.
4. Upload a scanned passport-size photograph and signature in the required format.
5. Select the exam centre of choice from the listed cities in Telangana.
6. Pay the application fee through net banking, debit card, or credit card.
7. Submit the form and download the confirmation receipt for future reference.

TS LAWCET 2027 Application Fee

Fees above are based on the TS LAWCET 2026 schedule and are subject to revision for 2027. Visit lawcet.tgche.ac.in for the confirmed 2027 fee structure.

Documents Required for TS LAWCET 2027 Registration

• Scanned passport-size photograph (recent, colour).
• Scanned signature on white paper.
• Class 10 (SSC) certificate and marks memo.
• Intermediate (Class 12) certificate for 5-year LLB applicants.
• Graduation certificate or provisional certificate for 3-year LLB applicants.
• Caste certificate for SC, ST, and BC candidates.
• EWS certificate (if applicable).
• Aadhaar card for identity verification.

TS LAWCET 2027 Result and Counselling

TGCHE releases the provisional answer key within a week of the exam. Candidates can raise objections online. The final result and rank card are published after objection review. Counselling follows at lawcetadm.tgche.ac.in.

TS LAWCET 2027 Result and Rank Card

• Result expected in June 2027 (Tentative).
• Rank card is available for download at lawcet.tgche.ac.in.
• Candidates who score at least 42 out of 120 are eligible for counselling (General and OBC).
• Rank is determined solely by marks scored in TS LAWCET 2027. No other score is considered.

TS LAWCET 2027 Counselling and Seat Allotment

Centralised counselling is conducted by TGCHE. Phase 1 registration is expected in July 2027 (Tentative). Seat allotment is based on rank, category, and web options submitted by the candidate.

• Counselling processing fee: INR 800 (General and OBC). INR 500 (SC and ST).
• Available seats (2026 reference): 3,866 for 3-year LLB and 1,812 for 5-year LLB.
• Web options (college preferences) filled in one phase are NOT carried to the next phase. Candidates must resubmit preferences before every round.
• Physical reporting to the allotted college is mandatory to confirm seat acceptance.
• Candidates who do not report to the allotted college lose their seat in that round.

Documents Required for TS LAWCET 2027 Counselling

• TS LAWCET 2027 rank card and hall ticket (admit card).
• Class 10 and Class 12 marks memos and pass certificates.
• Graduation marks memos and degree certificate (for 3-year LLB).
• Transfer certificate from the last institution attended.
• Study certificates from Class 6 onwards (for local candidate verification).
• Caste certificate, income certificate, and residence certificate (if applicable).
• Aadhaar card.
• PwD certificate (if applicable).

As per Collegedunia Reviews candidates who attended TS LAWCET counselling emphasised the importance of filling web options carefully. Once submitted in a phase, college preferences cannot be edited. Candidates should rank their preferred colleges thoughtfully before submitting.