Andhra Pradesh Law Common Entrance Test (AP LAWCET) 2025 is scheduled for June 5, 2025, and AP LAWCET aspirants should now gear up as the exam date nears.
Shiksha Polls: Students rank AP LAWCET sections based on their preparation level
The AP LAWCET exam, conducted by Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam on behalf of APSCHE, is a 90-minute online test with 120 multiple-choice questions, each carrying one mark. There is no negative marking. Law aspirants across the state are intensifying their preparation. As the exam date approaches, students are focusing on a strategic approach to tackling the three key sections: General Knowledge and Mental Ability, Current Affairs, and Aptitude for the Study of Law.
Based on a recent online survey by Shiksha among students regarding their preparation levels, General Knowledge and Mental Ability are perceived to be the most prepared sections, with an average student confidence level of 58%. Legal Aptitude, carrying a significant weightage in the exam, stands at a preparation level of approximately 26% among the surveyed students, indicating a need for more focused attention in the remaining time, while Current Affairs is the least prepared section, getting just 15% votes.
AP LAWCET Exam Pattern at a Glance
The section-wise distribution is as follows for both 3-year and 5-year LLB programs:
| Parts |
Subject |
Total Question |
Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part A |
General Knowledge and Mental Ability |
30 |
30 |
| Part B |
Current Affairs |
30 |
30 |
| Part C |
Aptitude for the Study of Law |
60 |
60 |
Preparation Tips to Ace AP LAWCET 2025
Given the varying preparation levels across sections, experts recommend a balanced and focused approach for AP LAWCET exam:
- General Knowledge & Mental Ability (Focus: Revision & Application): While students feel relatively prepared, consistent revision of static GK (History, Geography, Polity, Economics) and current national and international events is crucial. Practice mental ability questions focusing on logical reasoning, analytical ability, and problem-solving. Regular reading of newspapers and GK books, along with online quizzes, can be beneficial.
- Current Affairs (Focus: Recent Developments & Legal Links): Stay updated with the latest national and international news, particularly events with legal implications, landmark judgments, and recent amendments. Following news channels, reading newspapers daily, and referring to current affairs magazines will be helpful.
- Legal Aptitude (Focus: Fundamentals & Practice): This section requires a strong understanding of basic legal principles, constitutional law, Indian Penal Code, Law of Torts, and Contract Law. Familiarize yourself with legal terms and maxims. Solve previous year's question papers and take mock tests to understand the application of legal principles to factual situations.
As the AP LAWCET 2025 draws closer, a well-planned and consistent preparation strategy, focusing on understanding the nuances of each section, will be the key to success for aspiring law students.
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No, there is no negative marking in the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET exam. This means candidates can attempt as many questions as they like, even if they do not know the answer. No mark will be deducted for a wrong answer or response. There will be a total of 120 questions on the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET question paper. Each question will carry one mark. Thus, candidates will receive marks equal to the correct answers given by them in the entrance examination.
The marking scheme for Andhra Pradesh LAWCET (Andhra Pradesh Law Common Entrance Test) is as follows:
1. Number of Questions: AP LAWCET typically consists of 120 multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
2. Marking for Correct Answers: Each correct answer is awarded 1 mark.
3. Negative Marking: There is usually no negative marking for incorrect answers. In other words, candidates are not penalized for wrong answers. Therefore, it is advisable to attempt all questions, even if you are unsure about the answer, as there is no risk of losing marks.
4. Total Marks: The maximum score a candidate can achieve in Andhra Pradesh LAWCET is equal to the total number of correct answers, which is 120 marks if all questions are answered correctly.
The specific marking scheme for Andhra Pradesh LAWCET may be subject to change. Therefore, candidates should always refer to the official Andhra Pradesh LAWCET notification and guidelines for the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding the marking scheme and other examination-related details for the year they intend to appear for the test.
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The exam pattern of the Andhra Pradesh LAWCET exam includes the following three sections:
Section A: General Knowledge and Mental Ability (30 questions, 30 marks)
Section B: General Knowledge (30 questions, 30 marks)
Section C: Aptitude for the Study of Law (30 questions, 30 marks)
Each question has four multiple-choice options, and only one option is correct. The exam is conducted online and has a duration of 90 minutes. There is no negative marking for incorrect answers.