AP PGLCET Exam Pattern 2025: Section/Subject-wise Paper Pattern & Marking Scheme

Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Law Common Entrance Test 2026 ( AP PGLCET )

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Anshul Jindal
Updated on Mar 26, 2025 17:03 IST

By Anshul Jindal, Associate Senior Executive

AP PGLCET Exam Pattern 2025 - The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education shared the exam pattern of AP PGLCET 2025 along with syllabus with the AP LAWCET/PGLCET exam notification. The details of the AP PGLCET 2025 exam pattern has been provided on this page based on previous year's exam pattern. The details will be updated once the AP PGLCET exam pattern 2025 releases.

The exam pattern of AP PGLCET 2025 mentions structure of AP PGLCET 2025 question paper including, type of questions, subjects, weightage and marking scheme. The examination, AP PGLCET 2025 will held in a Computer-based test mode. There will be a total of 120 questions to be attempted by the candidates in 90 minutes duration.

Candidates can check here details of AP PGLCET 2025 exam pattern, syllabus, important subjects, marking scheme and more. 

Table of contents
  • AP PGLCET Exam Pattern 2025
  • AP PGLCET Pattern 2025: Sectional Weightage
  • AP PGLCET Marking Scheme 2025
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AP PGLCET Exam Pattern 2025

Take a look at the key features of AP PGLCET 2025 as mentioned below-

Exam mode - Computer-Based Test mode

Test timings - 9 AM to 10:30 AM (90 minutes)

Test language - English and Telugu

Type of questions - Objective type questions

Total marks - 120 marks

Total questions - 120 questions

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How many sections are there in the AP PGLCET question paper?
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There are two sections in the AP PGLCET question paper as mentioned below: 

  • Part A: Jurisprudence, Constitutional Law
  • Part B: Mercantile Law, Labour Law, Crimes and Torts, IPR & Other Laws

A total of 120 multiple choice-based question will be asked in these two sections. Candidates will get 120 minutes or 2 hours to solve these 120 questions. The exam question paper will not have a descriptive section or subjective questions.

Q:   What is the mode of AP PGLCET exam?
A: 

The exam authority conducts the AP PGLCET in a Computer-Based Test mode, where each candidate appearing for the entrance exam is allotted with a computer system to attempt the examination. The CBT is a form of online examination. Despite being an online exam, the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET is conducted across different centres in Andhra Pradesh. In 2025, Andhra Pradesh LAWCET will be conducted at 36 regional centres in 24 districts of Andhra Pradesh. The details related to test centres will be available on the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET admit card.

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AP PGLCET Pattern 2025: Sectional Weightage

Refer to the table below to know the number of questions for each subject included in the AP PGLCET 2025 question paper,

Section Subject No. of Questions
Part-A Jurisprudence 20
Constitutional Law 20
Part -B Public International Law 16
Mercantile Law 16
Labour Law 16
Crimes and Torts 16
IPR & Other Laws 16
Total No. of Questions 120
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is the language of AP PGLCET exam Telugu?
A: 

The mode of the AP PGLCET exam is English only. Candidates will be given MCQ types questions. Check the exam notification for more details.

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AP PGLCET Marking Scheme 2025

According to the evaluations scheme of AP PGLCET 2025-

  • Each question carries one mark,
  • There is no negative marking for wrong attempts.
  • The question paper will be carrying marks as under-

Section

Marks per section

Marks for Each Correct Answer

Part-A

40 marks

1 mark per question 

Part -B

80 marks

1 mark per question 

Total Marks

120

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Answered a month ago

To apply for Andhra Pradesh PGLCET 2026 in Andhra Pradesh, you must finish LL.B degree from any recognised college. It can be 3-year or 5-year course approved by BCI. Students in final year can also apply. You need 50% marks for general and 45% for SC/ST. Meeting Andhra Pradesh PGLCET 2026 eligibili

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The Andhra Pradesh PGLCET 2026 exam will be conducted on May 4, 2026. It will be held in CBT mode at various centres across Andhra Pradesh.

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You can see all Andhra Pradesh PGLCET 2026 dates on the APSCHE website. Go to cets.apsche.ap.gov.in and open the LAWCET or PGLCET page. There you find every update about the exam.

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Anshul Jindal

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Answered 2 months ago

The Andhra Pradesh PGLCET 2026 exam preparation requires dedicated time and effort. Candidates planning to appear for the Andhra Pradesh PGLCET 2026 exam must start their preparation at least 6 months prior.

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Swayam Gupta

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Answered 2 months ago

The Andhra Pradesh PGLCET 2026 exam preparation needs the given tips to crack the exam.

  • Solve Andhra Pradesh PGLET previous years' question papers.
  • Make a weekly or monthly preparation plan for the exam day.
  • Check your preparation regularly to make sure better performance on the exam day.
  • Solve practice

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Swayam Gupta

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Answered 2 months ago

No there is no such provision to fill the application form in offline mode. Candidates should make sure they fill it on or before the deadline. 

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Swayam Gupta

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The Andhra Pradesh PGLCET exam is a state-level entrance exam conducted by Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education for admissions to LLM course. Based on Andhra Pradesh PGLCET scores, candidates are offered admission to universities and their affiliated colleges in the state. The exam is co

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