TS PGLCET Exam Pattern 2026: Marking Scheme, Section-wise Questions & Weightage

Telangana State PG Law Common Entrance Test 2026 ( TS PGLCET )

Anupama Mehra
Updated on Aug 12, 2026 17:59 IST

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TS PGLCET Exam Pattern 2026: Telangana State Council for Higher Education (TGCHE) releases detailed exam patter of TS PGLCET along with notification. Candidates can download TS PGLCET 2026 exam pattern PDF online at official website. They can also check paper pattern on this page. 

They can get an idea about types of questions asked in entrance exam by checking TS PGLCET paper pattern. It must be noted that TS PGLCET 2026 is held for admission to LLM courses in Telangana. Candidates can check all details about test pattern of TS PG law entrance exam 2026 below.

Table of contents
  • TS PGLCET 2026 Exam Pattern Highlights
  • TS PGLCET 2026 Sectional-weightage - Section-wise Mark Distribution
  • TS PGLCET 2026 Marking Scheme
  • TS PGLCET Exam Pattern 2026: Important Details
  • TS PGLCET 2026 Qualifying Marks
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TS PGLCET 2026 Exam Pattern Highlights

Candidates can table to understand important features of TS PGLCET question paper as per exam pattern 

Features Details

Exam mode

Online mode/ Computer-based test mode

Test duration

1 hour 30 minutes

Total subjects

Five law subjects

Test medium 

English only

Type of questions

Multiple choices questions

Total questions

120 questions

Total marks

120 marks
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is a good score for TS PGLCET 2026?
A: 

99/120 is generally considered a good score for TS PGLCET. It becomes easier for students to secure a position in the college and get admitted for the course, if they secure at least this much the TS PGLCET 2026 entrance test.

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TS PGLCET 2026 Sectional-weightage - Section-wise Mark Distribution

Candidates can check section-wise division of TS PGLCET exam pattern in table below. Also, check five law subjects for PG law entrance exam 

Sections Subjects 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 120
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Can I take TS PGLCET in Telugu?
A: 

Candidates will not be allowed to take the TS PGLCET exam in Telugu language. The TS PGLCET exam will have to be attempted in English language only. The questions, guidelines and MCQ type questions will all be asked in English only. Candidates may opt for other national level entrance exams which have the option for students to attempt their paper in other language as well. 

Q:   When will TS PGLCET 2026 admit card be released?
A: 

The TS PGLCET admit card 2026 is available on the TGCHE website. Visit, lawcet.tsche.ac.in. Click on the "Hall Ticket" link. Download the hall ticket using the credentials created during registration.

Q:   What are the qualifying marks for TS PGLCET 2026?
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To clear TS PGLCET 2026 exam, students belonging to general category should secure 25% (30 out of 120). There are no qualifying marks for SC/ST category.  

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TS PGLCET 2026 Marking Scheme

Telangana State Council for Higher Education evaluated TS PGLCET as under:

For correct answer 1 mark
For wrong attempt 0 mark
For unanswered questions 0 mark

TS PGLCET Marking Scheme

With help of marking scheme, candidates can calculate their marks. Check table to understand TS PGLCET marking scheme. 

Section

Total No. of Questions

Part-A

40 marks

Part -B

80 marks

Total marks

120 marks 

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TS PGLCET Syllabus - Topic wise TS PGLCET Answer Key TS PGLCET Question Papers
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What can you study if you clear TS PGLCET?
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If a student clears TG PGLCET Exam, he/she can get admitted to the LLM programme by Osmania University, Hyderabad. The university conducts the exam on behalf of Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE), Hyderabad. Through TS PGLCET, candidates get admission to state universities in Telangana, including their affiliated colleges.

Q:   What are the important topics for TS PGLCET 2027 exam?
A: 

In TS PGLCET exam, questions will be asked from the Law subjects including Jurisprudence, Constitutinal Law, Public International Law, Mercantile Law, Labour Law, Criminal Law & Torts, IPR & Other Laws. 

Q:   How many questions are asked in TG PGLCET paper?
A: 

The TGPGLCET paper contains 120 MCQ questions. The question asked will be based on the syllabus of the Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE). Also there will be no negative marking in the paper.

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TS PGLCET Exam Pattern 2026: Important Details

Go through these important points related to TS PGLCET exam pattern here: 

  • In TS PGLCET, there will be two parts in exam question papers. 

  • Multiple choice-based questions will be asked in the exam. 

  • There will be four options for each question.

  • TS PGLCET is held for 120 marks.

  • For each correct answer, candidates will receive one mark. 

  • There is no negative marking in exam.

  • The exam will be conducted in English and Telugu.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What TG PGLCET Exam is for?
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TG PGLCET Exam is held for admission to the LLM programme by Osmania University, Hyderabad, on behalf of Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE), Hyderabad. Through TS PGLCET, candidates get admission to state universities in Telangana, including their affiliated colleges.

Q:   Who release the TS PGLCET Syllabus 2027?
A: 

Osmania University will release the TS PGLCET syllabus. Candidates can check the syllabus of TS PGLCET to know the topics for preparation of the exam. 

Q:   What are the best books for TS PGLCET preparation?
A: 

TS LAWCET books for preparation are mentioned below: 

1. Constitutional Law

  • Constitutional Law of India by J.N. Pandey
  • Indian Constitutional Law by M.P. Jain

2. Jurisprudence

  • Jurisprudence by Dr. Avtar Singh
  • Legal Theory by Brian Bix

3. Law of Contracts

  • Contract Law by E. John Price
  • Law of Contract by Anson's

4. Criminal Law

  • Indian Penal Code by K.D. Gaur
  • Criminal Law by Ratanlal & Dhirajlal

5. Public International Law

  • Public International Law by Jain and Jain
  • International Law by Malcom N. Shaw

6. Law of Torts

  • Law of Torts by R.K. Bangia
  • The Law of Torts by Salmond

7. Labour Law

  • Labour Law by S.C. Srivastava
  • Labour and Industrial Laws by N.D. Kapoor

8. Property Law

  • Transfer of Property Act by Mulla
  • Property Law* by V.S. Deshpande

9. Administrative Law

  • Administrative Law by I.P. Massey
  • Administrative Law by M.P. Jain

10. Intellectual Property Rights

  • Intellectual Property Rights by Prabha Ranjan
  • Intellectual Property Rights by P. Narayan
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TS PGLCET 2026 Qualifying Marks

To pass the TS PGLCET 2026, candidates will have to obtain the minimum qualifying marks. The category-wise qualifying marks are mentioned below: 

TS PGCET 2026 qualifying percentage and marks

Category Qualifying percentage Qualifying marks 
General 25% 30 marks
ST/ SC  No minimum qualifying percentage is prescribed No minimum qualifying marks are prescribed
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Are non-local candidates eligible for TS PGLCET?
A: 

Non-locals or candidates who do not belong to Telangana can apply for TS PGLCET. However, they need to make sure to meet exam eligibility criteria. The criteria are mentioned below: 

TS PGLCET Eligibility Criteria
Qualification
  • Candidates must have completed a 3-year LLB or 5-year LLB degree. 
  • Candidates appearing in the final year of their 3-year/5-year LLB degree can also apply for TS PGLCET 2025. These candidates need their final marksheet at the time of TS PGLCET counselling. The minimum marks requirement in the qualifying exam (LLB exam) must be met by them.
Qualifying Marks
  • The qualifying percentage of marks in the Entrance Test is 25% (i.e. 30 marks out of total 120 marks).
  • For candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes or Scheduled Tribes, no minimum qualifying percentage of marks is prescribed. 
Age Limit
  • There is no age limit to apply for TS PGLCET.
Q:   What is the marking scheme for TS PGLCET 2027?
A: 

Students will get 1 mark each for every correct answer in TS PGLCET 2027. The question paper has two parts. Part A carries 40 marks and Part B weighs for 80 marks. The total marks for the exam is 120.

Q:   Can I get admission in Adarsha Law College (ALC, Warangal) for LL.M. in Corporate Law? I have 1156 rank in TS PGLCET.
A: 
Adarsha Law College (ALC) in Warangal offers an LLM program in Corporate Law. Your rank of 1156 in TS PGLCET may be eligible for admission to the LLM program at ALC, as the college accepts students based on the PGLCET rank. However, the final admission decision will depend on various factors such as the number of available seats, the number of applicants, and the college's admission policies. It is recommended to check with the college's admission department for detailed information about the admission process and eligibility criteria.
Q:   I have 1156 rank in TS PGLCET and I belong to BC-B category. Can I get a seat in a private college in Hyderabad?
A: 

According to the information provided by you, you have some chances to get admission to LL.M. courses in a private law college in Hyderabad with a 1156 rank. However, because you are applying under the BC-B category, the number of seats available in this category will also determine whether you are admitted. You can submit an application for admission to the Mahatma Gandhi Law College in Hyderabad, the Padala Rama Reddi Law College, and the Adarsha Law College of Hanamkonda. Thereafter, the list of provisionally selected candidates for TS PGLCET will be released. You can refer to this list to ensure whether your are selected for the admission or not.

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Answered 3 weeks ago

You don't require domicile or local status in order to sit in the TS PGLCET test. Any Indian national having an educational qualification in law is eligible to apply and give the entrance examination. But when it comes to counseling and allotment of seats, domicile/locality matters since 85 per cent

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Aashish Jha

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Answered 3 weeks ago

No, students cannot get admission to LLB degree courses through TS PGLCET. This exam is held for admission to PG (LLM) courses only.

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Aashish Jha

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Answered a month ago

No, candidates will have to complete TG PGLCET 2026 counselling registration process online. Counselling form for LLM admission is available at lawcetadm.tgche.ac.in.

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Aashish Jha

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Answered a month ago

The Telangana Council of Higher Education has extended TG PGLCET Counselling 2026 registration last date. Candidates can now register for admission to LLM programs up to August 15. Visit lawcetadm.tgche.ac.in for counselling registration. 

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