Abstract: An adjustable template apparatus for setting up risers in manufacturing concrete steps for enhancing the speed of set up for risers with regard to level and spacing. The adjustable template apparatus for setting up risers in manufacturing concrete steps includes a horizontal member having a first end and a second end; a first vertical member operationally coupled to the first end of the horizontal member, extending downwardly from the horizontal member, and is used to selectively abut a lower most riser; a riser positioning member slideably coupled to an underside of the horizontal member and positionable along a length of the horizontal member for selectively engaging a second riser; and a second vertical member slideably coupled to the horizontal member and positionable along a length of the horizontal member, the second vertical member extends upwardly from the horizontal member and is user for selectively abutting a third riser.