TS PGLCET Syllabus 2026: Part A & B Subject, Topics & Section wise Syllabus PDF

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

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The TS PGLCET syllabus 2026 has been provided by the examination body, Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TSCHE), Hyderabad. Candidates preparing for the exam are advised to carefully read the LLM entrance exam syllabus. The TS PGLCET question paper will be divided into two parts, namely  Part A (Jurisprudence & Constitutional Law) and Part B (Public International Law, Mercantile Law, etc.). Read the syllabus carefully to draft a preparation strategy. The TS PGLCET exam will be held on May 18, 2026. It is important for the aspirants to be aware of all the topics expected in the exam. 

Get complete information regarding the TS PGLCET exam pattern, best books for preparation, handy tips to appear for the exam, and all the topics expected in the PG-level law entrance here.  

Table of contents
  • TS PGLCET Syllabus 2026
  • TS PGLCET 2026 Pattern
  • Best Books for TS PGLCET Preparation 2026
  • TS PGLCET 2026 Preparation
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TS PGLCET Syllabus 2026

TS PGLCET syllabus has of various law subjects. The question paper of TS PGLCET will be based on these subjects; therefore candidates must cover these topics while preparing for the examination. 

TS PGLCET Syllabus 2026 Subjects

Check below detailed topics of TS PG Law entrance examination:

Part A Syllabus

Subject

Topics to cover

Jurisprudence

Schools of Jurisprudence - Sources of Law, Custom Precedent and Legislation,

Rights and duties - Ownership and Possession, Persons, Obligation, Property, Liability, Legal Sanctions.

Constitutional Law

Nature of the Constitution - Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles of State Policy, Executive Judiciary and Legislature, Center-State Relations, Emergency provisions, Amendments to the constitution

Part B Syllabus 

Subject

Topics to cover

Public International Law

International Law and Municipal Law, Subjects, State Territory, Air, Sea and outer space, Nationality and Statelessness, Extradition, Asylum, State Jurisdiction, United Nations

Mercantile Law

General Principles of Contract 

Labour Law

Trade Union Act, Industrial Disputes Act

Criminal Law and TORTS

Indian Penal Code -General Principles & General Exceptions

General principles of Tort - Defences, Joint liability, State liability for torts; Consumer Protection Act.

IPR & Other Laws

Copyright Act; Patents Act; Environmental Protection Act; Human Rights, The Protection of Human Rights Act, Salient features of Information Technology Act, and Right to Information Act 

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Q:   Can I take TS PGLCET in Telugu?
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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. 

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TS PGLCET 2026 Pattern

TS PGLCET exam pattern is as follows-

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-choice questions

Total questions - 120 questions

Total marks - 120 marks

Marking scheme will be as under:

  • One mark for each correct answer.
  • No negative marking will be done in case of wrong attempts.
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Best Books for TS PGLCET Preparation 2026

The best books for the TS PGLCET 2026 preparation are listed below: 

  1. Legal Aptitude for the CLAT and other Law Entrance Examinations by AP Bhardwaj
  2. Universal's Guide to LLM Entrance Examination by Manish Arora 
  3. Constitution of India by PM Bakshi 
  4. Indian Penal Code by KD Gaur 
  5. Law of Torts by RK Bangia 
  6. Law of Contracts by Avtar Singh
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TS PGLCET 2026 Preparation

The following tips can also help you to prepare for the TS PGLCET 2026 exam:

  1. Gain understanding of the syllabus and exam pattern.
  2. Gather books and other study material for the exam.
  3. Prepare a study plan and stick to it consistently.
  4. While studying, make notes for each section.
  5. Practice as many question papers and sample papers as possible.
  6. Attempt mock tests for conceptual clarity.
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Answered 2 months ago

Previous years' question papers give an idea about the type of questions that can come in TS PGLCET 2026. They help students to get an idea that which section can be time taking. Based on that, students can prepare and plan well for the entrance test.

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Answered 2 months ago

Students will get 1 mark each for every correct answer in TS PGLCET 2026. 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.

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Poornima Sharma

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Answered 2 months ago

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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Poornima Sharma

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Answered 2 months ago

Students can check the TS PGLCET 2026 cut off on TGCHE official website lawcet.tgche.ac.in. They are released for each counselling round. TS PGLCET 2026 cut off differ for each categories, including General, SC and ST.

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Poornima Sharma

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Answered 2 months ago

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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Poornima Sharma

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Answered 2 months ago

The exam difficulty level, the number of students appearing for the exam, and the student category (general, SC/ST and OBC) are the main factors that affect the TS PGLCET 2026 cut off.

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Poornima Sharma

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Answered 2 months ago

Yes, a working mobile number is a mandatory requirement to apply for TS PGLCET 2026. It is used to send critical information like exam and date updates, financial transactions details, etc., to students. Hence, it is necessary to have a mobile number to fill TS PGLCET 2026 application form.

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Poornima Sharma

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Answered 2 months ago

Yes, it is mandatory to have a working email ID to apply for TS PGLCET. It is a mandatory detail that students need to fill while filling the application form. It is a mode of communication and students receive important information, IDs and payment details, on the same ID.

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Poornima Sharma

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Answered 2 months ago

Candidates who meet the below mentioned eligibility requirements can apply for the TS PGLCET 2026.

·      Must be an Indian citizen.

·      Have a bachelor's degree in law, either a three-year LLB degree or a five-year integrated LLB degree.

·      Appearing in the final year examination is also eligib

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Poornima Sharma

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Answered 2 months ago

The following tie-breaking method is used if two or more students secure the same rank in TS PGLCET 2026:

·       The candidate who has secured higher marks in Part A i.e., Jurisprudence and Constitutional Law will be given preference first

·       If there is a tie even after this then the candidate

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27 Institutes accepting TS PGLCET

Nalsar University of Law

Tilak Road, Hyderabad Public

Nalsar Uni
    • 65,000
    • 1 years
    • |
    • Full Time

    Dr. Ambedkar College of Law

    Hyderabad Public

    Dr. Ambedk
      • 62,000
      • 2 years
      • |
      • Full Time

      Osmania University

      Tarnaka, Hyderabad Public

      Osmania Un
        • 36,000
        • 2 years
        • |
        • Full Time

        University College of Law, Osmania University

        Amberpet, Hyderabad Private

        University
          • 66,000
          • 2 years
          • |
          • Full Time

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