PU LLB Eligibility Criteria 2026: Education Qualification, Age Limit, Reservation, and More

PU LLB Eligibility Criteria 2026: Education Qualification, Age Limit, Reservation, and More

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Anupama Mehra
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Updated on Jun 12, 2026 10:06 IST
Panjab University (PU) LLB Entrance Exam notification has been released on pglaw.puchd.ac.in. Before applying for the PU LLB Entrance exam, candidates must be aware of the PU LLB eligibility criteria to appear for it. In this article, we have explained the detailed eligibility criteria that you must meet to appear in exam.

If you want to pursue a law course from Panjab University, you have to meet the Panjab University Law Entrance Test Eligibility criteria for admission to the 3-year or 5-year LLB programs. Get the detailed academic eligibility, minimum marks requirement, etc. 

PU LLB Eligibility Criteria

PU LLB Eligibility Criteria

Panjab University (PU) LLB Entrance Exam application process will close soon. The exam is conducted by the Panjab University, Chandigarh. The exam is held once a year. The exam is held in offline mode for students who want to pursue a 3-year or 5-year Law course from the university. Candidates can apply by visiting pglaw.puchd.ac.in. Before applying for the PU LLB Entrance exam, candidates must check the eligibility criteria to appear for it. In this article, we have explained the detailed eligibility criteria that you must meet to appear for the entrance.

Also Read: Panjab University Law Courses and Fees 2026

Table of contents
  • PU LLB Eligibility Criteria 2026: Basic Requirements
  • PU LLB Reservation Criteria 2026
  • PU LLB Entrance Exam Weightage
  • PU LLB Seat Allocation 2026
  • PU LLB Application Form 2026

PU LLB Eligibility Criteria 2026: Basic Requirements

The Panjab University takes admission to its 5-year BA LLB/ B.Com LLB and 3-year LLB courses based on PU UGLAW and PU CET Law Entrance test. Check the basic eligibility requirements for the 5-year Integrated LLB programs and 3-year LLB program below

PU LLB Entrance Exam Eligibility Criteria: For 5 Year Integrated LLB Program

The eligibility criteria for the 5-year Integrated LLB courses at Panjab University are

  • The candidate must have passed 12th from a recognized board.
  • Scored a minimum of 45% in the 10+2.
  • There is no age limit

PU LLB Entrance Exam Eligibility Criteria: For 3 Year LLB Program

The eligibility criteria for the 3-year LLB course are

  • The candidate should have passed a bachelor’s or master’s degree from a recognized university
  • Should have scored at least 45% marks (5% relaxation for reserved categories).
  • Candidates of any age can apply; there is no age limit as such provided by the university.
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Can I get Univ Institute Legal Studies, Panjab Univ, B.A. LL.B with a 86 percentile in PU UGLAW?
A: 

Yes, You can get a Opportunity here if you have 86 Percentiles in PU UGLAW Entrance examination . It also depend on the College Requirements to give opportunity to the students to take admi5 in B.A LL.B ( 5 Y Integrated Course ) . BUT IT ALSO DEPENDS ON THE CURRENT YEAR CUT-OFF MARKS FOR MERIT BASED OPPORTUNITY. 

According to the Previous Reviews and feedback from this I can say if you have 86 Percentiles in the Examination, then you have a chances to get a admission opportunity .

Q:   What is the minimum educational qualification required to be eligible for PU UGLAW?
A: 

The minimum educational qualification required to be eligible for PU UGLAW (Panjab University Undergraduate Law Entrance Exam) is  the completion of the 10+2 or its equivalent examination.

PU UGLAW Minimum Percentage Requirement (Category-Wise)
General Category Candidates50%
SC / ST Category Candidates45%
Q:   Can I get into Univ Institute Legal Studies, Panjab Univ with 70% in PU UGLAW?
A: 

Yes, you can get into the University Institute of Legal Studies (UILS) at Panjab University with a 70 percent score in PU UGLAW. The eligibility criteria for admission to the Bachelor of Commerce LLB (Hons.) program at UILS is a minimum of 50% marks in 10+2 examination from any recognized Board/University. However, the admission to the BCom LLB (Hons.) program is based on merit determined through an entrance exam conducted by the university.

PU LLB Reservation Criteria 2026

PU LLB Seat allotment to the different categories will be based on the reservation criteria decided by the university. 50% seats will be allotted to the General category candidates in each course, and 46.5% of the seats to the reserved category students. Check the detailed Reservation breakdown below.

Category

Seat Percentage (%)

General

50%

SC

15%

ST

7.5%

OBC

5%

NRI

3.5%

PwD

5%

Defense

5%

Dependent on Freedom Fighters

2%

Sports

5%

Riot Victim

2%

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PU LLB Entrance Exam Weightage

Admission to the Panjab University law courses will be based on the PU LLB Entrance Test score. You can check the weightage of the entrance exam subjects below.

Subject

Number of Questions

Marks per section

Current Affairs and General Knowledge with (based on legal issues)

40 questions

40 marks

Proficiency in English

40 questions

40 marks

Reasoning and Aptitude

20 questions

20 marks

Total

100 questions

 

100 marks

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PU LLB Seat Allocation 2026

The PU LLB Seat intake is based on the entrance test final merit list. You can check the PU LLB Seat Allocation 2026 below.

College Name 

Seat Intake

Department of Laws, PU, Chandigarh.

300

PU Regional Centre, Muktsar

60

University Institute of Law, Panjab University Regional Centre, Ludhiana

60

University Institute of Legal Studies, Panjab University Swami Sarvanand Giri Regional Centre, Hoshiarpur

60

Total

480

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PU LLB Application Form 2026

The PU LLB Entrance Exam Application form 2026 is now out. Candidates who want to take admission in the Panjab University’s law courses must complete the PU LLB eligibility criteria and fill out the application form. The application process includes registration, filling out the form, and paying the application fee. After submitting the PU LLB Application form, candidates will be able to download the Admit Card a few days before the exam.

You can get the latest updates of the PU LLB Entrance Test on this page.

Also Read: PU LLB Exam Pattern 2026

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Ritu Choudhary

2 months ago

I can't find application form for 3 year LLB on PU's website. Is it just me or other people also facing this issue

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harri

5 months ago

I am working in a rural area in South India. Where to get online coaching?

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