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AP PGLCET Exam 2025: Exam Date (Out), Registration, Syllabus & Pattern

Updated on 20th February, 2025 by Sukriti Sahoo

About AP PGLCET 2025

Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has announced the AP PGLCET 2025 exam date through an official notification. As per the official notification, the AP PGLCET 2025 exam will be held on May 25, 2025. The detailed schedule for AP PGLCET 2025 will be released soon on its official website. Candidates can submit the AP PGLCET 2025 application form online tentatively in the last week of March 2025. The authorities will notify various deadlines to submit the AP PGLCET application form 2025 with different amounts of late application fees. Candidates who secure more than the prescribed minimum qualifying marks can participate in the AP PGLCET 2025 counselling process. AP PGLCET 2025 seat allotment is done as per the ranks and college preferences of the candidates. The AP PGLCET 2025 question will have 120 multiple-choice questions and each question will carry one mark. There is no negative marking. Every year, a different university conducts AP PGLCET on behalf of APSCHE in online mode. 

Through AP PGLCET 2025 candidates will be admitted into LLM course at various participating colleges in the state of Andhra Pradesh. The exam is held in online mode. Candidates are required to submit their applications online and complete the registration process. The exam will be in various exam centres in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. A total of 13 law colleges and universities will participate in the common admission process through AP PGLCET 2025.

AP PGLCET 2025 Test details

The PGLCET tests the candidate's knowledge in different areas of law. It covers topics such as constitutional law, jurisprudence, family law, torts and more. The exam consists of 120 multiple-choice questions that candidates have to attempt in a duration of 90 minutes. Shortlisted candidates from the exam will be eligible to participate in the centralised counselling and seat allotment process conducted by APSCHE.

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AP PGLCET 2025 Highlights

Full Exam Name
Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Law Common Entrance Test
Short Exam Name
AP PGLCET
Conducting Body
Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam Tirupati
Frequency Of Conduct
Once a year
Exam Level
State Level Exam
Languages
English
Mode Of Application
online
Application Fee
Offline : 1000 +1 more
Mode Of Exam
online
Mode Of Counselling
offline
Participating Colleges
10
Exam Duration
1 Hour 30 Minutes

The AP PGLCET application form 2025 will be released in online mode tentatively on the last week of March 2025. Candidates who meet the AP PGLCET eligibility criteria can fill out the application form by registering themselves at the examination portal. 

In order to fill out the application form, the candidate needs to first pay the application fee, get registered and fill out the form. While filling out the AP PGLCET 2025 application form, candidates will need to provide details such as personal information, educational qualification and communication details, upload documents and finally submit the application form. The application process for AP PGLCET 2025 is mentioned below: 

How to fill AP PGLCET application form 2025

Fee Payment

  • Visit the official website 
  • Click on the new registration link 
  • Enter your name, date of birth, contact number, programme of study to complete the initial registration
  • Finally, the candidate has to pay the application fee using one of the online mode: net banking, credit, and debit card.
  • There is also provision to make cash payment by reporting at AP ONLINE centres.
  • If the payment is successful, a payment ID will be generated which must be retained for future admission events.

AP PGLCET Application Form Fees

CategoryFees
OCRs. 1000
BCRs. 950
SC/STRs. 900

Filling of AP PGLCET 2025 application form

The application form can be filled only post payment of the application fee.

  •  The AP PGLCET 2025 application form will have various fields like personal, academic and contact details.
  • The form will also have a section where the candidates must enter their places of study in the last seven years, based on which local area of the candidate will be determined.
  • Next, the programme of study is to be selected i.e. LLM. 
  • Candidates must also specify the desired test centre. A maximum of two test centres in the order of priority can be selected.    
  • Applicants must also upload scanned copies of photograph and signature as per the specification prescribed.

AP PGLCET Document Specifications          

ParticularsSizeFormat
Passport size photomax – 50kbJPG/JPEG
Signaturemax – 50kbJPG/JPEG
  • Upon successful submission after completion of above steps, registration number will be displayed on the screen. Note it down
  • Take a printout of the completed application form
  • Candidates will be required to submit the printout at the test centre. For further references after the exam, candidates can use the registration number.

Candidates aspiring to appear for the AP PGLCET 2025 must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria prescribed by APSCHE. The AP PGLCET 2025 eligibility criteria specify requirements pertaining to academic qualifications, minimum passing marks, age limit and resident status. If a candidate is found to be not confirming these requirements then their candidature is likely to be rejected even if they cleared the exam.

AP PGLCET Eligibility Criteria 2025

ParticularsDetails
Educational QualificationLLB graduate

Final-year candidates can also apply
Minimum Marks

General / OBC - 50%

SC/ST - 45%

Age LimitNo age limit

As described in the above table the minimum educational qualification required is a either a 5-year LLB or a 3-year LLB. Candidates appearing for their final year exams are also eligible to apply.

Candidates aspiring to apply under the category of local candidates must ensure they meet the conditions laid down in this regard. Telangana candidates who migrated from Telangana to Andhra Pradesh within 5 years starting from June 2, 2014 will be considered as local candidates.

Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply. However, foreign candidates can also apply provided that they confirm to admissions rules and guidelines of individual universities.

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Documents Required at Exam AP PGLCET 2025

Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Law Common Entrance Test 2025

  • Valid ID proof
  • Admit card

AP PGLCET 2025 Exam Centers

StateCity
Andhra Pradesh
Anantapur
Chittoor
Tirupati
Kadapa
Nandyal
Nellore
Ongole
Guntur
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Srikakulam
Kurnool
Rajamahendravaram
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Aspiring candidates must familiarize themselves with the AP PGLCET exam pattern 2025. The paper pattern will inform the candidates about the number of questions, mode, duration and marking scheme followed in the exam. Carefully studying these elements will help candidates prepare well for the exam.

AP PGLCET 2025 Exam Pattern

ParticularsDetails
Mode of ExamOnline
Type of questionsMCQ
MediumEnglish
Duration90 minutes
Number of questions120
Total Marks120
Sections

Part-A - 40 questions (Jurisprudence - 20, Constitutional Law - 20)

Part B - 80 questions (Public International Law - 16, Mercantile Law - 16, Labour Law - 16, Crimes and Torts - 16, and IPR and Other Laws -16)

Marks per question1 mark
Negative markingNo negative marking

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AP PGLCET 2025 Syllabus

AP PGLCET Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Law Common Entrance Test Syllabus

Jurisprudence: Unit 01


Schools of jurisprudence
  • Sources of law, custom precedent and legislation

Jurisprudence: Unit 02


Rights and duties
  • Ownership and possession, persons, obligation, property, liability, legal sanctions

Constitutional law: Unit 01


Nature of the constitution
  • Fundamental rights, directive principles of state policy, executive, judiciary, and legislature, center-state relations, emergency provisions, amendments to the constitution

Public international law: Unit 01


International law and municipal law

    Public international law: Unit 02


    Subjects

      Public international law: Unit 03


      State territory

        Public international law: Unit 04


        Air, sea, and outer space

          Public international law: Unit 05


          Nationality and statelessness

            Public international law: Unit 06


            Extradition

              Public international law: Unit 07


              Asylum

                Public international law: Unit 08


                State jurisdiction

                  Public international law: Unit 09


                  United nations

                    Mercantile law: Unit 01


                    General principles of contract
                    • Sections 1-75, Indian contract act, 1872

                    Labour law: Unit 01


                    Trade union act, 1926

                      Crimes and torts: Unit 01


                      Crimes
                      • Indian penal code-general principles
                      • General exceptions

                      Crimes and torts: Unit 02


                      Torts
                      • General principles of tort
                      • Defences
                      • Joint liability
                      • State liability for torts
                      • Consumer protection act, 1986

                      Candidates can refer to the following AP PGLCET 2025 preparation tips to hone their preparation and improve their chances of success in the exam. 

                      • Thoroughly go through the exam pattern of AP PGLCET 2025 to learn about the structure and nature of the exam, including the number and type of questions, duration of the exam, topics covered, and marking scheme. 
                      • Follow the official syllabus,  and build a good conceptual understanding of different topics. as questions in the paper will be based on the syllabus only.
                      • Practice previous years' AP PGCLET question papers and sample papers. It will help build speed, improve problem-solving ability and understand concepts better. 
                      • Take mock tests, as they are the best tools to test exam readiness and figure out problem areas. Plug the holes as you go along. The more mock tests a candidate takes, the more confident they will feel. Time management can also be learned by taking mock tests.

                      The AP PGLCET 2025 admit card will be released in online mode tentatively one week before the exam. Successfully registered candidates can download the admit card by logging into their registered accounts. The admit card is a mandatory document which candidates must carry to the exam hall. 

                      The AP PGLCET admit card 2025 will contain details like the candidate's name and roll number, AP PGLCET exam centre 2025, and the date and time of the exam. In addition, it will also contain exam-day guidelines that the candidate ought to follow.  

                      How to download AP PGLCET 2025 Admit Card

                      • Go to the official website.
                      • Click on the admit card link
                      • A login window will open; enter your payment reference ID, qualifying examination hall ticket number, registration number, DoB, and mobile number.
                      • The admit card will be displayed on the screen.
                      • Download and take a printout of the admit card.

                      APSCHE will release the AP PGLCET answer key 2025 tentatively one day after the exam. The AP PGLCET 2025 answer key contains the answers to the questions asked in the entrance exam, which can be referred to by the candidate to calculate probable scores and thus estimate their chances of selection after comparing the score with previous years' AP PGLCET cutoff trends. 

                      How to download AP PGLCET 2025 Answer Key?

                      • Go to the official website of AP PGLCET 
                      • The AP PGLCET question paper and answer key link will be visible if it is released
                      • Click on the question paper and master answer key link 
                      • Download the file

                      AP PGLCET Answer Key – Filling of objections

                      If a candidate is not convinced by any answer given in the AP PGLCET answer key, there is a provision to challenge it. The admission officials will then go through all such objections before releasing the final AP PGLCET answer key. The AP PGLCET 2025 final answer key cannot be challenged any further and the answers given in it will be considered to be officially correct. The authorities will also open objection-raising window against the AP PGLCET 2025. Candidates can submit their objections within the prescribed deadline.

                      The AP PGLCET 2025 result will be declared in online mode tentatively in June 2025. AP PGLCET result 2025 will contain details such as the section-wise and overall marks and the qualifying status of the candidate. 

                      Candidates are required to score at least 25% in order to qualify for ranking and participate in the counselling process. However, this condition is only applicable to general and OBC candidates. Candidates from the SC and ST categories do not have to fulfil this requirement. 

                      How to download AP PGLCET 2025 result?

                      To check and download the AP PGLCET result 2025 follow by steps mentioned here.

                      • Visit the official website for AP LAWCET 2025
                      • Click on the link given for AP LAWCET result
                      • A login window will open

                      • The candidate has to enter their registration number and hall ticket number. 
                      • On login, result of AP PGLCET 2025 will be shown on the screen
                      • Download and take a printout of the result.

                      AP PGLCET rank card 2025

                      The exam officials will also release the rank card for AP PGLCET 2025 which is an important document for appearing in counselling and completing the admission process. The rank card of AP PGLCET 2025 will inform the candidates about their All India rank, category rank as well and score in the test.

                      AP PGLCET 2025 tie breaker rule

                      In case two or more candidates have similar marks, the university in order to rank them will use a tie-breaker resolution which is as follows.

                      1. Candidates who have scored more marks in Part A of the test will be ranked higher.

                      2. If the tie persists, the candidates may be bracketed together and the seniority in age will be considered for admission.

                      APSCHE will notify the AP PGLCET counselling schedule on its official website - lawcet-sche.aptonline.in. AP PGLCET counselling is the last stage of the admissions process. Candidates who qualify for ranking will be eligible to participate in the counselling process. Candidates will be allowed to complete AP PGLCET 2025 web option entry during the counselling. The AP PGLCET  2025 seat allotment will done based on the candidate's college preferences and rank. Given below are important steps in the AP PGLCET 2025 counselling process:

                      1. Online registration
                      2. Certification verification
                      3. Web option
                      4. Change in web option (Optional for the candidates)
                      5. Seat allotment 
                      6. Self-reporting at colleges by the candidates and fee payment

                      Documents Required for AP PGLCET Counselling 2025

                      • Admit card of AP PGLCET 2025
                      • Rank card of AP PGLCET 2025
                      • Marksheets and certificates of qualifying examination
                      • Caste certificate (if applicable)
                      • PH/NCC/CAP/Sports and Games Certificates (if applicable)
                      • Transfer Certificate (if applicable)
                      • EWS certificate (if applicable)
                      • Income certificate that is issued by post-January 1 in admission year [ the certificate should be valid for three years from the date of issue] (for candidates who want to claim fee exemption).
                      • 7 years study/ bonafide certificate academic years preceding the year of passing the qualifying examination
                      • Residence certificate / Aadhar card proof of candidate/parents in Andhra Pradesh for a period of 10 years

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                      Frequently Asked Questions

                      1. How many questions will be asked in AP PGLCET 2025?

                      As per the syllabus of AP PGLCET 2025, there will be 120 objective type questions. Candidates will have to answer the questions within 90 minutes.

                      2. How can I apply for AP PGLCET 2025?

                      You can apply for AP PGLCET 2025 from the official admission portal of APSCHE.

                      3. When will the AP PGLCET 2025 be conducted?

                      The AP PGLCET 2025 will be conducted on May 25, 2025.

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                      Questions related to AP PGLCET

                      Have a question related to AP PGLCET ?

                      Hello,

                      Sri Krishnadevaraya University is the conducting authority for AP PGLCET conducted for admission of LLB programs to various law colleges in the state, the exam is to be conducted on 22nd September but the details pertaining to commencement of online registration isn't notified yet, you can stay updated at the official website at https://sche.ap.gov.in/APSCHEHome.aspx to know the exact details regarding this, or you may also follow our page at https://law.careers360.com/articles/ap-pglcet for the latest information related to admission details.

                      Hello Aspirant,

                      Hope you are doing well.

                      To get admission in Andhra University-[AU] your grade category should be "B". To get this grade category your  marks in AP ICET should be in the range of 110-150. For this marks your rank range will be around 100-1000. Colleges which offer admission for grade "B" category are,

                      • Andhra University - [AU], Visakhapatnam
                      • Velagapudi Ramakrishna Siddhartha Engineering College - [VRSEC], Vijayawada
                      • Dr. Lankapalli Bullayya College, Visakhapatnam
                      • Annamacharya Institute of Technology and Science, Kadapa
                      • Lakireddy Bali Reddy College of Engineering - [LBRCE], Krishna.

                      So, if you have above mentioned score you will definitely get admission in Andhra University [AU].

                      Hope this helps you.

                      All the Best!!!

                      The exact dates for ap pglcet 2019 dates are not announced.  They are yet to be officially declared. But according to the tentative dates available, the second counselling will be held soon maybe in the third or fourth week of November itself. So stay tuned with the official website of AP PGLCET for quick updates. Thank you.

                      Hello,

                      The AP LAWCET has   commenced with the notification application  on March 11, 2019 . Candidates can submit the application form till April 24, 2019 without any late fee. After the submission of the application form by the applicants, admit cards will be issued on May 1, 2019.


                      Examination will be conducted on May 6, 2019 followed by the issue of answer key. The conducting body then announced the result on May 17, 2019 along with the issue of rank card and conduct of counselling in the first week of October. 


                      There are 16 centres of AP Law CET in Andhra Pradesh only.


                      The result shall be declared on May 17th , 2019.


                       The exam paper shall be for 120 marks and shall be for 120 minutes .There shall be no negative marking.  AP LAWCET Answer Key 2019 will be available in online mode which will give candidates an opportunity to cross-check their answers marked in the law examination.


                      Along with the application form of AP LAWCET 2019, candidates need to upload the following documents as mentioned below-


                      Mark-sheets of 10th and 12th examinations along with the admit card number issued by the board.




                      Scanned copy of photograph


                      Scanned copy of signature.


                      Identity Proofs like Aadhaar Card/ Driving License/ PAN Card/ Voter’s Identity Card/ Passport/ College Identity Card (self-attested)


                      Caste Certificate, if required.



                      Candidates should ensure to fill-in the complete and correct details submitted in the application form.  However, the correction window will be made available to the candidates from April 27, 2019 to April 28, 2019. After this span, candidates will not be able to make any changes in their application form.


                      It is advised that candidates keep their login passwords of AP LAWCET discrete and not share it with anyone. Also, for security reasons, it is essential to log out from AP LAWCET portal after updating or filling or submitting the application form of AP LAWCET 2019.


                      In case a candidate pays the fees twice, the second amount deducted will be refunded within 7 working days by the university. 

                      Best of luck !

                      Hey Vijayalakshmi.

                       

                      The following link will help you get previous year papers for AP PGLCET

                       

                      https://www.recruitment.guru/previous-papers/ap-pglcet-previous-papers/

                      http://www.model-paper.com/2016/04/ap-lawcet-pglcet-model-papers-download-lawcet-previous-papers-download.html?m=1

                       

                      Hope this serves your query. Please feel free to respond and ask further questions.

                      All the best.

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