AP PGLCET 2026 seat matrix includes a total of 501 LLM seats spread across 13 law colleges and universities in Andhra Pradesh.
The Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Law Common Entrance Test (AP PGLCET) 2026 is conducted by APSCHE for admission to 2-year LLM programs. Seats are distributed across government universities, deemed universities and private law colleges in the state. Counselling and seat allotment are managed through the official APSCHE portal. The seat matrix below is based on 2025 data and is expected to remain similar for 2026.
- 501 total LLM seats are available under AP PGLCET 2026 across Andhra Pradesh.
- 13 law colleges and universities participate in the web-based seat allotment process.
- Seats span multiple LLM specializations including Constitutional Law, Business Law, Criminal Law and Human Rights Law.
- Category-wise reservation applies as per AP government norms covering OC, BC, SC, ST and EWS students.
- Seat allotment is based on AP PGLCET rank, category and college preference entered during counselling.
| Direct Link to AP PGLCET 2026 Official Portal — cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/LAWCET/ |
AP PGLCET 2026 Total LLM Seats at a Glance
A total of 501 LLM seats are available under AP PGLCET 2026 across 13 participating law colleges and universities in Andhra Pradesh. These seats cover multiple specializations within the 2-year LLM program. The data below is based on 2025 seat matrix figures and is expected to remain similar for 2026.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Total LLM Seats (Expected) | 501 |
| Total Participating Colleges | 13 |
| Program | LLM (Master of Laws), 2 Years |
| Entrance Exam | AP PGLCET 2026 |
| Conducting Body | APSCHE |
| Counselling Mode | Online (Web-based) |
| Official Portal | cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/LAWCET/ |
College-Wise LLM Seat Matrix in Andhra Pradesh
The table below lists the colleges participating in AP PGLCET 2026 counselling along with their expected LLM seat intake. Seat figures are based on 2025 trends and are expected to hold for 2026 unless revised by APSCHE. Students should confirm the final list on the official portal before the counselling round.
| S.No. | College Name | Location | Expected LLM Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. B.R. Ambedkar College of Law, Andhra University | Visakhapatnam | 75 |
| 2 | Sri Krishnadevaraya University | Anantapuramu | 30 |
| 3 | Acharya Nagarjuna University | Guntur | 45 |
| 4 | Sri Venkateswara University | Tirupati | 45 |
| 5 | Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam (SPMV) | Tirupati | 30 |
| 6 | Dr. Ambedkar Global Law Institute | Tirupati | 45 |
| 7 | GITAM School of Law | Visakhapatnam | 45 |
| 8 | Mahatma Jyothirao Phule College of Law | Etcherla, Srikakulam | 30 |
| 9 | Rayalaseema University | Kurnool | 30 |
| 10 | Adikavi Nannaya University | Rajahmundry | 30 |
| 11 | Krishna University | Machilipatnam | 30 |
| 12 | Yogi Vemana University | Kadapa | 30 |
| 13 | Dravidian University | Kuppam, Chittoor | 36 |
Expected seat figures based on 2025 data. The final AP PGLCET 2026 seat matrix will be published on the official APSCHE portal at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/LAWCET/.
LLM Specializations Available Under AP PGLCET 2026
AP PGLCET 2026 seat allotment covers multiple LLM specializations. Each college typically offers one or more specializations, with each carrying 15 to 30 seats per specialization. Students must select their preferred specialization along with the college during web option entry.
| LLM Specialization | Key Offering Colleges |
|---|---|
| Constitutional Law and Legal Order | Andhra University, SVU Tirupati, ANU Guntur |
| Business Law / Commercial Law | Andhra University, GITAM, Dr. Ambedkar Global Law Institute |
| International Law and Organisation | Andhra University, Sri Krishnadevaraya University |
| Criminal Law | Andhra University, SVU Tirupati, ANU Guntur |
| Human Rights Law | Andhra University, SPMV Tirupati, SKU Anantapuramu |
| Labour and Industrial Law | ANU Guntur, GITAM Visakhapatnam |
| Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) | GITAM, Dr. Ambedkar Global Law Institute |
| Corporate and Securities Laws | GITAM, Dr. Ambedkar Global Law Institute |
Category-Wise Seat Reservation for AP PGLCET 2026
Seats under AP PGLCET 2026 are reserved as per Andhra Pradesh state reservation policy. The category-wise breakup below applies to government university seats. Private unaided colleges may additionally hold management quota and NRI quota seats filled directly by the institution under APSCHE norms.
| Category | Reservation Percentage | Expected Seats (out of 501) |
|---|---|---|
| OC (Open Category / General) | 25% | ~125 |
| BC-A | 7% | ~35 |
| BC-B | 10% | ~50 |
| BC-C | 1% | ~5 |
| BC-D | 7% | ~35 |
| BC-E | 4% | ~20 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 15% | ~75 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 6% | ~30 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 10% | ~50 |
| Management / NRI Quota (Private Colleges) | 15% | ~76 |
Category-wise seat figures are expected based on 2025 trends. The final reservation breakup for each college will be confirmed in the official AP PGLCET 2026 counselling notification.
How Seat Allotment Works in AP PGLCET 2026
AP PGLCET 2026 seat allotment is conducted online through web-based counselling by APSCHE. Students register on the counselling portal, submit college and specialization preferences, and seats are allotted strictly by AP PGLCET rank within category. Multiple rounds of counselling are held to fill vacant seats.
- Visit the official portal at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/LAWCET/ and log in with your AP PGLCET 2026 hall ticket number.
- Complete counselling registration and pay the fee — Rs. 1,000 for General/OBC students and Rs. 500 for SC/ST/PwD students.
- Enter your preferred colleges and LLM specializations in priority order during the web options window.
- Seat allotment is released online based on rank, category and submitted preferences.
- If a seat is allotted, report to the college within the given date with all required original documents.
- Students not allotted a seat or those who forfeit their allotment may participate in subsequent rounds.
| Documents Required for AP PGLCET 2026 Counselling |
|---|
| AP PGLCET 2026 Rank Card |
| LLB Degree Certificate or Provisional Certificate |
| Marks Memoranda of all LLB semesters |
| Transfer Certificate (TC) and Conduct Certificate |
| Category Certificate — BC, SC, ST or EWS (if applicable) |
| Aadhaar Card or valid Government photo ID |
| Passport-size photographs (recent) |
AP PGLCET 2026 Seat Matrix FAQs
Ques. How many total LLM seats are available under AP PGLCET 2026?
Ans. A total of 501 LLM seats are expected under AP PGLCET 2026 across 13 participating law colleges and universities in Andhra Pradesh, based on 2025 seat matrix data.
Ques. How many colleges participate in AP PGLCET 2026 seat allotment?
Ans. 13 law colleges and universities participate in AP PGLCET 2026 counselling, including government universities such as Andhra University, Sri Venkateswara University and Acharya Nagarjuna University as well as private institutions like GITAM School of Law.
Ques. Which college has the most LLM seats under AP PGLCET 2026?
Ans. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar College of Law, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam is expected to have the highest number of LLM seats at approximately 75 seats across five specializations, based on 2025 data.
Ques. What is the counselling registration fee for AP PGLCET 2026?
Ans. The AP PGLCET 2026 counselling registration fee is Rs. 1,000 for General/OBC students and Rs. 500 for SC/ST/PwD students.
Ques. Are management quota seats available in AP PGLCET 2026?
Ans. Yes, private law colleges participating in AP PGLCET 2026 counselling maintain a management quota of approximately 15% of total seats. These seats are filled by the respective institutions as per APSCHE norms and are separate from the merit-based allotment.
Ques. Where can I check the official AP PGLCET 2026 seat matrix?
Ans. The official AP PGLCET 2026 seat matrix is published on the APSCHE portal at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/LAWCET/. The detailed college-wise and category-wise breakdown is released along with the official counselling notification.
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