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Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Law Common Entrance Test

Stream: Law 6 sections with data

Application Process

AP PGLCET Registration Dates

AP PGLCET registration is expected to start in March 2025. The official website is cets.apsche.ap.gov.in.

The AP PGLCET exam is tentatively scheduled for June 2025. APSCHE will conduct the exam.

AP PGLCET Application Form 2025

The direct link to fill out the AP PGLCET application form 2025 will be updated on this page once it is released. The link is currently not available.

To apply, you must visit the official website cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. Click on the "AP PGLCET" tab, register, pay the registration fee, fill out the application form, and take a printout.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must belong to the state of Andhra Pradesh to apply for AP PGLCET. Candidates should have passed an LLB/BL 3-year or 5-year degree from a recognized institute or university.

Application Fee Payment

The application process begins with the fee payment. You can pay the fee via Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or AP Online center.

You must enter the following details before making the fee payment:

  • Qualifying Examination Hall Ticket Number
  • Name
  • Mobile Number
  • Date of Birth
  • Entrance Exam: PGLCET
  • Application fee amount to be paid

Correction Window

Yes, it is possible to edit or make corrections in the submitted AP PGLCET application form in many cases. The conducting university usually provides a designated "correction window" after the initial application submission deadline.

During this period, candidates are allowed to make corrections or updates to their application details.

Exam Centre Information

The address of your AP PGLCET exam centre will be mentioned on your admit card. You can use an online map to find the exact location of the exam centre.

You can also visit the exam centre location before the exam to check the distance from your location.

AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET Application Form

The application process and form for AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET are the same. However, you have to select the course you are applying for at the time of registration.

For both 5-year LLB and 3-year LLB programmes, you need to appear in a different test (AP LAWCET). Acharya Nagarjuna University conducts this test on behalf of the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education.

Quick Links

  • AP PGLCET Question Papers (available)
  • AP PGLCET Syllabus 2025
  • Top Colleges in India Accepting AP PGLCET

AP PGLCET 2025 Important Dates

The AP PGLCET 2025 exam is scheduled for May 25, 2025. The application process starts in the fourth week of March 2025.

Details Dates
Release of AP PGLCET 2025 Notification Fourth week of March 2025
AP PGLCET 2025 application form release date Fourth week of March 2025
AP PGLCET 2025 application form last date without late fee Fourth week of April 2025
Last date to submit application form with a late fee of Rs. 500/- First week of May 2025
Last date to submit application form with a late fee of Rs. 1000/- Second week of May 2025
Last date to submit application form with a late fee of Rs. 2000/- Fourth week of May 2025
Last date to submit application form with a late fee of Rs. 3000/- Last week of May 2025
AP PGLCET 2025 application correction window First week of June 2025
Release of AP PGLCET admit card 2025 One week before the exam
AP PGLCET 2025 exam date May 25, 2025

Documents Required for AP PGLCET Registration

Keep the following documents ready before you start filling the AP PGLCET Application Form.

Details Documents
Date of Birth 10th or Equivalent Certificate
Study Details Study certificates from Class 6 to 10+2 / degree or diploma / PG
Qualifying Examination appeared or passed Degree/ Intermediate/10th Hall Ticket No./ Marks Memo
Hall ticket Number of the Qualifying Examination Degree/ Intermediate/10th Hall Ticket No./ Marks Memo
Category (SC, ST, BC, etc.) and Application number of the Caste Certificate (in case of SC/ST/BC only) Caste Certificate issued by the Competent Authority
Special Category (NCC, PH, Sports, CAP, Etc.) The Certificate issued by a Competent Authority
Aadhaar Card Details 12 digits Aadhaar Card Number
Income of Parents Issued income certificate
Category (SC/ST/BC etc) Caste certificate
Aadhar Card Details Aadhar Card Number

Applicants are advised to use the following computer system for a smooth application submission process:

  • Google Chrome's Latest version
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader 8.0 and above
  • Disable the pop-up blocks and uninstall all the Script blockers.

How to Apply for AP PGLCET

There are 4 steps in filing an AP PGLCET online application. The steps to complete the AP LAWCET application form 2025 are given below.

Step 1: AP PGLCET Application Fee Payment

You must complete the fee payment process before you start filling the AP PGLCET Application form.

  • Go to the AP LAWCET/PGLCET home page and select the Eligibility Criteria & Fee Payment Tab.
  • A fee payment web page will be displayed on the screen.
  • Fill the details given on the web page such as Qualifying Examination Hall Ticket No, Candidate's Name, Date of Birth, Mobile Number, E-Mail ID, Stream PGLCET (admission into LLM), Payment Options, and Fee Amount (FROZEN). The fee amount will be populated automatically based on the stream/category/payment option selected.
Particulars OC BC SC/ST
AP PGLCET INR 1000 INR 950 INR 900
  • After filling the necessary details, click on the Pay button. The control will direct you to the bank payment gateway.
  • Fees can be paid through credit/Debit card/Net Banking details. Click on Pay Now.
  • After a successful payment, the registration fee confirmation will appear in the Payment Status along with the payment ID and the message "Your Payment done successfully."

Step 2: Know your Payment Status

Candidates can check their payment status by following the steps below.

  • Click on the Know Your Payment status tab on the website.
  • After clicking, the following page will be displayed.
  • Enter the same hall ticket number and mobile number.
  • Click on Check Payment Status.
  • The status of the success/Failure page will be displayed on the screen.

Step 3: Filling AP PGLCET Application form

How to Fill the AP PGLCET 2025 Application Form

Start by visiting the official website and selecting the "Fill Application" tab. You will then need to enter your payment reference ID, qualifying examination hall ticket number, mobile number, and date of birth. Click on "Proceed to fill the application" to continue.

The application form is divided into several sections. You must fill in each section with the correct details.

Candidate's Details

Enter your name, date of birth, gender, Aadhaar number, ration card number, mother's name, and father's name.

Qualifying Exam

Specify your qualification from the options given, such as LLB, Degree in any other stream, Class 12, Class 10, or PG Degree. You must also provide the hall ticket number of the qualifying exam, the medium of instruction, and your place of study.

Entrance Exam

Select the entrance exam as AP PGLCET.

Photo and Signature

Upload your photograph and signature as per the required specifications.

  • Photo size and format: Less than 30 KB, JPG file format.
  • Signature size and format: Less than 15 KB, JPG file format.

Address

Provide your present and permanent address details. This includes house number, village/street/locality, mandal/town/city, district, state, pin code, mobile number, and email ID.

Test Center Preference

You can choose up to six test center preferences. The Convener retains the right to allot applicants to any other center or centers in the event of an unforeseen occurrence.

After completing the form, read the declaration at the bottom of the page. Tick the box to confirm you are finished, and then select "Save" to store the data.

How to Print the AP PGLCET Application Form

Click on the "Print Application Form" tab from the AP LAWCET-2025 Home page. The AP LAWCET-2025 Print Application Form page will appear.

Fill in all the required fields and click "Get Application Details" to view your information. The screen will then present the print copy of the AP LAWCET-2025 Application Form.

AP PGLCET Correction Window 2025

The AP PGLCET 2025 correction window facility will tentatively be available in the fourth week of May 2025. During this window, applicants can modify details in their application form.

APSCHE will provide the application correction facility in two categories.

Category 1

This category is for candidates who want to change or correct details regarding the AP PGLCET 2025 branch, name of the candidate, father's name, date of birth (as per SSC or equivalent), signature, photograph, and qualifying hall ticket number (Diploma/Class 12th).

Category 2

This category is for candidates who want to correct details including qualifying examination, local area status, year of appearing/passing, non-minority/minority status, medium of instruction, annual income of parents, place of study, mother's name, SSC hall ticket number, birth state, birth district, gender, community, address for correspondence, mobile number, email ID, special category, and Aadhaar card details.

For category 1, APSCHE has already started the application correction process. Candidates who want their details corrected can send an email with the required documents.

Changes/Corrections Required Documents Required
AP PGLCET 2025 branch change Qualifying Examination Hall Ticket (Class 12th/ Diploma/ Degree)
Name of the Candidate, Father's Name, Date of Birth (as per SSC or Equivalent) SSC Mark Memo/ Certificate
Intermediate/Class 12th Hall Ticket Number Intermediate or Class 12th mark sheet/ certificate
Signature Send a scanned copy of Signature as per the correct specification
Photograph Send a scanned copy of the photograph as per the correct specification
Qualifying Hall Ticket Number (Diploma/Degree) Scanned Copy of Qualifying Examination Hall Ticket (Class 12th/ Diploma/ Degree)

FAQs

How can I apply for AP PGLCET 2025?

You can apply for PGLCET 2025 online mode only at the official website https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. To fill out the AP PGLCET application form 2025, click on the "AP PGLCET" tab, register, pay the registration fee, fill out the application form, and take a printout.

Can I pay the AP PGLCET Application fee through offline mode?

Yes, AP PGLCET fees can be paid through credit/debit card or net banking. The fees can also be paid via cash in offline mode.

AP PGLCET 2025 Application Process

You can apply for AP PGLCET 2025 only through online mode. The official website is https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in.

To fill the application form, click on the "AP PGLCET" tab on the website. Then register, pay the registration fee, fill out the application form, and take a printout.

AP PGLCET Application Fee Payment

Yes, you can pay the AP PGLCET application fee through offline mode. The fee can also be paid online.

  • Online payment: Credit card, Debit card, Net Banking
  • Offline payment: Cash

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must belong to the state of Andhra Pradesh to apply for AP PGLCET. They must have passed an LLB or BL 3-year or 5-year degree from a recognized institute or university.

Documents Required for Application

The following documents are required at the time of application:

  • 10th mark sheet
  • 12th mark sheet
  • Character certificate
  • Migration certificate
  • Aadhar card
  • Income certificate
  • ID proof
  • AP domicile certificate
  • 2 passport size photographs

Result Declaration Date

The conducting authority APSCHE will publish the results tentatively in the third week of June 2025. The results will be available on the official website https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in.

Syllabus

AP PGLCET Syllabus 2025

The AP PGLCET Syllabus 2025 will be released soon by the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) on its official website, cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. The syllabus is divided into Part A and Part B, based on the previous year's analysis.

The syllabus helps candidates understand the subjects covered, the topics, and the marks allocated. Candidates can read the details below.

Exam Pattern and Structure

The AP PGLCET exam lasts 90 minutes and consists of 120 questions, each worth 1 mark. The syllabus has two parts.

  • Part A consists of 40 questions carrying 40 marks (Jurisprudence - 20, Constitutional Law - 20).
  • Part B consists of 80 questions carrying 80 marks (Public International Law - 16, Mercantile Law - 16, Labour Law - 16, Crimes and Torts - 16, and IPR and Other Laws - 16).

Qualifying Marks

The qualifying percentage of marks in the AP PGLCET 2025 Entrance Test is 25%, which is 30 marks out of the total 120 marks. There will be no minimum qualifying marks for S.Cs & S.Ts for ranking.

Detailed Syllabus

Topics Sub Topics Questions Marks
PART A - 40 40
Jurisprudence Schools of Jurisprudence - Sources of Law: Custom Precedent and Legislation – Rights and duties – Ownership and Possession – Persons – Obligation – Property – Liability - Legal Sanctions. 20 20
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. 20 20
PART B - 80 80
Public International law International Law and Municipal Law, State Territory, Air, Sea and Outer Space, Nationality And State lessness, Extradition, Asylum, State Jurisdiction, United Nations. 16 16
Mercantile law General Principles of Contract (Sections.1-75, Indian Contract Act-1872). 16 16
Labour laws Trade Union Act 1926, Industrial Disputes Act 1947. 16 16
Crimes and Torts Indian Penal Code – General Principles & General Exceptions - TORTS: General Principles of Tort, Defences, Joint liability, State liability for Torts; Consumer Protection Act, 2019. 16 16
IPR & other laws Copy right Act,1957; Patents Act, 2005; Environmental Protection Act, 1986; Human Rights, The Protection of Human Rights Act,1993; Salient features of Information Technology Act, 2000 and Right to Information Act 2005, Research Methodology. (Definition and Kinds of Research). 16 16

Syllabus PDF Download

Candidates can download the AP PGLCET Syllabus PDF for detailed preparation.

FAQs

What are the qualifying marks for the AP PGLCET exam?

The qualifying percentage of marks in the Entrance Test is 25%, which is 30 marks out of total 120 marks. There will be no minimum qualifying marks for S.Cs & S.Ts for ranking.

What are the topics included in AP LAWCET 2025 PART A syllabus?

Part A consists of 40 questions carrying 40 marks and includes topics such as Jurisprudence and Constitutional law.

What are the topics included in AP LAWCET 2025 PART B syllabus?

Part B consists of 80 questions carrying 80 marks and includes topics such as Crimes and Torts, Public International law, Mercantile law, Labour laws and IPR & other laws.

Where can I find the AP PGLCET Syllabus?

AP PGLCET Syllabus has been released on the official website https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/lawcet/PDF/APLAWCET2024_IntructionsBooklet.pdf

What is the duration of the AP PGLCET Exam?

The duration for the AP PGLCET Exam is 90 minutes.

AP PGLCET Qualifying Marks

The qualifying percentage of marks for the AP PGLCET entrance test is 25%. This means a candidate must score 30 marks out of the total 120 marks.

There are no minimum qualifying marks for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) for ranking purposes.

AP PGLCET 2025 Syllabus – Part A

Part A of the AP LAWCET 2025 syllabus contains 40 questions, carrying a total of 40 marks.

The topics covered in this section are Jurisprudence and Constitutional law.

AP PGLCET 2025 Syllabus – Part B

Part B of the AP LAWCET 2025 syllabus contains 80 questions, carrying a total of 80 marks.

The topics covered in this section are:

  • Crimes and Torts
  • Public International law
  • Mercantile law
  • Labour laws
  • IPR and other laws

Where to Find the AP PGLCET Syllabus

The AP PGLCET syllabus has been released on the official website. You can access it at the following URL: https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/lawcet/PDF/APLAWCET2024_IntructionsBooklet.pdf

AP PGLCET Exam Duration

The duration of the AP PGLCET exam is 90 minutes.

Question Paper 2023

AP PGLCET 2023 Question Paper with Answer Key PDF is available for download. The question paper had a weightage of 120 marks. Candidates were asked to answer 120 questions in a duration of 90 minutes.

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Question Paper 2024

AP PGLCET Question Papers 2024 are available here with Solution PDF. You can download AP PGLCET question papers for 2024 provided here in PDF form. The paper has 2 parts- Part A consists of 20 question in each section. Part B consists of 16 questions in each section. AP PGLCET 2024 Question Papers are available here with answer key solution PDF.

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AP PGLCET Exam Pattern

Component Details
Mode of Exam Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Duration 90 Minutes
Total Questions 120 MCQs
Total Marks 120 Marks
Marking Scheme +1 for each correct answer, 0 for each incorrect answer
Section-wise Distribution
  • Constitutional Law – 25
  • Jurisprudence – 25
  • Public International Law – 20
  • Indian Penal Code – 15
  • Law of Contracts – 15
  • Current Affairs – 10
Question Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Language of Paper English

Question Paper 2025

AP PGLCET Question Papers 2025 was conducted on June 5th 2025 in CBT mode. AP PGLCET Question Paper 2025 with answer key and solution PDF are available here. You can download AP PGLCET question papers for 2025 provided here in PDF form. The paper has 2 parts- Part A consists of 20 question in each section. Part B consists of 16 questions in each section. 

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AP PGLCET 2025 Topic-Wise Weightage

Understanding the topic-wise weightage of AP PGLCET 2025 will help candidates focus on high-weightage topics, ensuring effective preparation. The AP PGLCET Question Paper is divided into several sections, each with different weightage.

Section Key Topics Covered No. of Questions Weightage (%)
Constitutional Law
  • Indian Constitution
  • Fundamental Rights
  • Directive Principles of State Policy
  • Constitutional Amendments
25 20.83%
Jurisprudence
  • Sources of Law
  • Legal Concepts
  • Natural Justice
  • Legal Positivism
25 20.83%
Public International Law
  • Sources of International Law
  • International Organizations
  • Human Rights
  • International Treaties
20 16.67%
Indian Penal Code
  • General Principles
  • Offenses against the State
  • Offenses against Property
15 12.5%
Law of Contracts
  • Contract Formation
  • Offer & Acceptance
  • Performance of Contracts
  • Breach of Contracts
15 12.5%
Current Affairs
  • National & International Events
  • Recent Legal Developments
  • Important Appointments
10 8.33%
Total 120 100%

AP PGLCET Exam Pattern

Component Details
Mode of Exam Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Duration 90 Minutes
Total Questions 120 MCQs
Total Marks 120 Marks
Marking Scheme +1 for each correct answer, 0 for each incorrect answer
Section-wise Distribution
  • Constitutional Law – 25
  • Jurisprudence – 25
  • Public International Law – 20
  • Indian Penal Code – 15
  • Law of Contracts – 15
  • Current Affairs – 10
Question Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Language of Paper English

Question Paper

AP PGLCET Question Papers are available here with Solution PDF. You can download previous years question papers from 2024 to 2017 provided here in PDF form. The paper has 2 parts- Part A consists of 20 question in each section. Part B consists of 16 questions in each section. 

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Year-wise AP PGLCET with Answer Key PDF

Year Question Paper PDF
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2023 Check Here
July 13, 2022 Check Here
September 22, 2021 Check Here
October 1, 2020 Check Here
May 6, 2019 Check Here
April 19, 2017 Check Here