PU LLB 2026 Exam Pattern: Question Types, Weightage, Marking Scheme, Mode

Panjab University LLB Entrance Exam 2026 ( PU LLB Entrance Exam )

Rachit Kumar Saxena
Updated on Apr 30, 2026 11:52 IST

By Rachit Kumar Saxena, Manager

The Panjab University released the PU LLB Exam Pattern 2026 along with the PU LLB Entrance Exam Notification. The Panjab University will conduct the PU LLB Entrance Exam 2026 for admission to BA LLB and BCom LLB courses. The questions will be asked from five subjects: English Language, Current Affairs (including GK), Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Techniques. Candidates must understand the PU Law Entrance Exam Syllabus properly to avoid any miss.

Candidates are advised to go through the exam pattern of PU LLB Entrance Exam 2026 thoroughly before appearing for the exam.  Read below all about PU LLB exam pattern 2026, including sectional weightage, exam structure, sectional time limit, marking scheme and sections.

   

Table of contents
  • PU LLB 2026 Exam Pattern Highlights
  • PU LLB 2026 Exam Pattern - Sections, No. of Questions, Weightage
  • PU LLB 2026: Subject-wise Important Topics
  • PU LLB Syllabus 2026
  • PU LLB Entrance Exam 2026 Frequently Asked Questions
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PU LLB 2026 Exam Pattern Highlights

Given below in the exam pattern for the PU LLB 2026 exam. 

Features Details
Exam mode Offline mode
Exam duration 1 hour 30 minutes
Total subjects

Three subjects

  1. General Knowledge & Current Affairs
  2. Legal Aptitude
  3. Reasoning Ability
  4. English
Type of questions Multiple choices questions
Total questions  100 questions
Marking scheme

+1 mark for every correct answer

-0.25 marks for an incorrect answer

Total marks 100 marks
Language options English, Hindi, and Punjabi

Also Read: PU LLB Question Papers 2026

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Can I complete PU LLB Entrance Exam Syllabus in a month?
A: 

Yes, you can cover the PU LLB syllabus in a month. Candidates should focus on preparation and try to cover all the subjects mentioned by the University. All you need is right approach and discipline. 

Q:   What is the marking scheme of PU LLB Entrance Exam?
A: 

The PU LLB Entrance Exam marking scheme is given under,

+1 mark for each correct answer
-.025 for each incorrect answer
0 for unattempted question

Q:   Which courses are offered through PU LLB Entrance Exam?
A: 

The PU LLB Entrance Exam (also known as PU UGLAW) offers admissions to Panjab University's 5-year integrated law programs: BA. LLB (Hons.) and B.Com LLB (Hons.), as well as the 3-Year LLB course, covering both undergraduate (after 12th) and postgraduate (after graduation) entry points for different programs. 

Q:   Is the PU LLB Entrance Exam conducted online or offline?
A: 

PU LLB Entrance Exam is conducted in offline mode. Candidates will have to mark their answers on an OMR sheet. 

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PU LLB 2026 Exam Pattern - Sections, No. of Questions, Weightage

The candidate need to have a clear idea about the number of sections and the weightage. It will make exam preparation much more effective.

PU LLB 2026 exam pattern - Sections, No. of Questions, Weightage

Subject Questions per section Marks per section
Current Affairs and General Knowledge with (emphasis 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

Also Read: PU LLB Entrance Exam Counselling 2026

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What are the important topics of PU LLB Entrance Exam?
A: 

The PU LLB Entrance Exam covers Legal Aptitude (Constitutional Law, Contracts, Torts, IPC), General Knowledge & Current Affairs (National/Int'l Events, Polity, History, Awards, UN), English Language (Grammar, Vocab, Synonyms/Antonyms, Idioms), and Logical/Mental Ability (Reasoning, Syllogisms, Blood Relations, Coding-Decoding, Critical Reasoning). Key focus areas include Indian Constitution, recent legal developments, and static GK like History/Geography, with a mix of theory-based and factual questions. 

Q:   What is the syllabus of PU LLB Entrance Exam?
A: 

The syllabus of the PU LLB Entrance Exam include the four sections- GK & Current Affairs, English, Legal Aptitude, and Reasoning. 

Q:   Is PU LLB Entrance Exam mandatory to get admission in law courses offered at Panjab University?
A: 

Yes, the PU LLB Entrance Exam is mandatory for admission to 3-Year LLB and 5-Year Integrated BA LLB and BCom LLB programs at Panjab University. It is the selection which is based heavily on these entrance scores and academic merit. 

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PU LLB 2026: Subject-wise Important Topics

Candidates can check PU LLB Entrance Exam important topic below:

Subject Topics
General knowledge
  • Indian Polity and Governance
  • Important National and International Events (last 6-12 months)
  • Indian Economy (basic concepts)
  • Important Awards and Honors
  • Sports, Books and Authors
  • Science and Technology Developments
  • Geography and Environment
  • Current Legal Developments and Landmark Judgments
Legal Aptitude and Legal Reasoning
  • Basic Legal Principles and Terminology
  • Constitution of India (Preamble, Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles)
  • Indian Penal Code (IPC) – Important Sections
  • Civil Procedure Code (CPC) & Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC) – Basics
  • Legal Maxims and Doctrines
  • Judgment Analysis & Legal Reasoning
  • Legal Knowledge of Laws Related to Family, Property, Contracts, and Torts
  • Landmark Judgements by SC
English Language and Comprehension
Reasoning Ability
  • Logical Reasoning
  • Analytical Reasoning
  • Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning
  • Blood Relations
  • Series Completion (Number & Alphabet)
  • Coding-Decoding
  • Syllogisms
  • Statement and Conclusion
  • Puzzle and Seating Arrangement
  • Direction Sense and Distance

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How much time is sufficient for PU LLB Entrance Exam preparation?
A: 

A dedicated preparation time of 3 to 4 months is generally sufficient for the PU LLB Entrance Exam if studying 3-4 hours daily. While 7-8 months allows for a more relaxed, in-depth approach, the exam can be cracked in 2 months with consistent, targeted study focused on legal aptitude, current affairs, and mock tests

Q:   What is PU LLB Entrance Exam Pattern?
A: 

The PU LLB Entrance Exam is held in offline mode. There will be 100 objective-type questions. The exam will be held for 90 minutes. Candidates will be awarded 1 marks for correct answers and -0.25 for wrong ones.

Q:   Who releases PU LLB Entrance Exam Pattern 2026?
A: 

Panjab University released the PU LLB Entrance Exam Pattern 2026 as part of the admission prospectus, detailing sections like Legal Aptitude, Reasoning, English, and Current Affairs. It also carried the marking schemes and durations for effective preparation. 

 

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PU LLB Syllabus 2026

The syllabus and the exam pattern are literally two sides of the same coin; meaning one is incomplete with the other. So, before starting your PU LLB 2026 exam preparation, it is a good idea to know the subjects and topics from which questions will be asked.

Note that some topics are more equal than others in that they carry more weightage. This means you can afford to spend the majority of your time preparing for trivial stuff. To check out which topics are important, you may go through previous years' question papers. This will also help you get a first-hand experience of the difficulty level.

Subject PU LLB 2025 Syllabus Topics
Current affairs and GK

Major UN bodies, their functions locations

Overview of Indian history and geography

Important happenings in the area of the Indian Constitution or Justice system

Physical geography, science, and environment

Important awards of the year – sports, science, literature, and arts 

Reasoning
Puzzle
Series
Sets 
Direction
Number-series
Logical patterns
Analogy
Syllogism
Blood relations  
English
Grammar, vocabulary
Antonyms-Synonyms 

Jumbled words/sentences

Idioms and phrases

Essay-writing 

Fill in the blanks
Legal aptitude
Indian Constitution
Indian polity
Law of Contracts

Intellectual Property Rights

Law of Torts 
Criminal Law 

IPC and the CrPC

International Law

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What are the important topics to focus for PU LLB Entrance Exam?
A: 

For the 2026 PU LLB Entrance Exam, focus on Legal Aptitude, Current Affairs, General Knowledge, English Language and Analytical Reasoning. Do keep a check on all landmark judgements too.

Q:   Is there negative marking in the PU LLB Entrance Exam?
A: 

Yes, PU LLB Entrance Exam has negative marking. 0.25 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer. Means if you mark four incorrect answers, 1 mark will be deducted.

Q:   What is the duration of PU LLB Entrance Exam?
A: 

The Panjab University conducts the PU LLB Entrance Exam in pen-and-paper mode. The duration of the exam is conducted for one hour 30 minutes. Candidates who wish to pursue law from Panjab University must appear for PU LLB Entrance Exam. 

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PU LLB Entrance Exam 2026 Frequently Asked Questions

Candidates can check all important FAQs related to PU LLB Entrance Exam 2026

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Q:   What is the selection process for LL.B. and minimum marks required in PU LLB Entrance Exam?
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The Selection Process is done through both Merit and Entrance Examination basis. The minimum 50% marks is required in PU UGLAW Entrance examination to get admission here. The exam is taken for 100 questions which taken in 2 hours and total of 400 marks. Must mention their language choice in the OMR sheet. Since every wrong answer carries a negative marking of -0.25. Merit is calculated taking 50% of the class +2 percentage including weightages and 50% of the UGLAW Entrance test marks.  You can, in private colleges you can get admission very easily. The Fee for PGLAW Entrance Test is 2100/- rupees and  1050/- rupees for SC/ST/PwD.

Q:   Which courses are offered through PU LLB Entrance Exam?
A: 

The PU LLB Entrance Exam (also known as PU UGLAW) offers admissions to Panjab University's 5-year integrated law programs: BA. LLB (Hons.) and B.Com LLB (Hons.), as well as the 3-Year LLB course, covering both undergraduate (after 12th) and postgraduate (after graduation) entry points for different programs. 

Q:   What is the mode of PU LLB Entrance Exam?
A: 

The PU LLB Entrance exam is held offline, candidates will have to attempt the question paper in a pen-and-paper mode. The candidates will have to mark their answers on the OMR sheet.

Q:   What is the website to apply for PU LLB Entrance Exam?
A: 

To apply for the Panjab University LLB Entrance Exam candidates can go to pglaw.puchd.ac.in for 3 year LLB. For 5 year Integrated LLB you have to visit uglaw.puchd.ac.in. Aspirants must note that the application fees need to be paid on the same portal.

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Answered 5 days ago

To download the PU LLB Answer Key you have to visit pglaw.puchd.ac.in. There is no other website to check the answer key. Aspirants can check their answers and calculate their scores from the answer key released by the varsity.

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The Punjab University will release the PU LLB Entrance 2027 Answer Key within a week of the exam in May/June 2027. It will release the provisional answer key first and later the final PU LLB 2027 answer key will be released.

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Answered a month ago

Some of the key topics covered in English syllabus of PU LLB entrance exam include Reading Comprehension, English Grammar, Vocabulary, Idioms and Phrases, and Sentence Correction/ Rearrangement.

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Aashish Jha

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Legal aptitude test for PU LLB comprises principle-fact reasoning in law, constitutional/statutory knowledge, landmark decisions by Supreme Court of India, and Latin maxims of law.

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Aashish Jha

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The marks allocated to Legal Aptitude section are 40 out of 100. This implies that the Legal Aptitude section is most important among all other sections of this examination.

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Aashish Jha

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This section evaluates your legal reasoning and basic knowledge of core subjects: Indian Constitution, Law of Contracts, Law of Torts, Criminal Law (IPC/CrPC), and Legal Maxims.

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The authority asks around 30 to 40 questions from the Current Affairs and General Knowledge section. These numbers may vary every year.

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To crack the GK part of the Panjab University (PU) LLB entrance test, you should study GK topics in two parts: static GK and current affairs. Give extra attention to Indian polity, recent developments in law and the constitution, and previous years' questions, as Panjab University usually asks one-l

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